PURE SINE WAVE INVERTER GP-SW1500TS User Manual GP-SW1500TS © 2019 Go Power!® By Valterra Products, LLC Worldwide Technical Support and Product Information gpelectric.com Go Power! Corporate Headquarters 201-710 Redbrick St, Victoria, BC Canada V8T 5J3 Tel: 1.866.247.
3 CFB 4 GP-SW1500TS is new generation power inverter equipped and AC transfer switch.
1. CONTENTS 2. GENERAL INFORMATION �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������4 2.1 CAUTIONS / WARNINGS ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������4 2.2 DISCLAIMERS �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������10 2.3 GP-SW1500TS KIT PARTS ���������������������������������������������������������������������������� 11 2.3.1 3.
2. GENERAL INFORMATION 2.1 CAUTIONS / WARNINGS This document contains important safety instructions for the products produced by Go Power!. Read all instructions and cautionary markings on the product and on any accessories or additional equipment included in the installation. Failure to follow these instructions could result in severe shock or possible electrocution. Use extreme caution at all times to prevent accidents.
GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING! Hazard to Human Life This type of notation indicates that the hazard could be harmful to human life. WARNING! Shock Hazard Danger of Shock or electrocution. WARNING! Burn / Fire Hazard Danger of hot surface and/or fire. CAUTION! Hazard to Equipment i IMPORTANT This type of notation indicates that the hazard may cause damage to the equipment.
GENERAL INFORMATION Personal Safety Use safe lifting techniques when lifting this equipment as recommended by the Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) or other local codes. Use standard safety equipment when working on this equipment, such as safety glasses, ear protection, steeltoed safety boots, safety hard hats, etc. WARNING! Personal Injury Use standard safety practices when working with electrical equipment. (Remove all jewelry, use insulated tools, wear cotton clothing, etc.
GENERAL INFORMATION Equipment Safety Review the system configuration to identify all possible sources of energy. Ensure ALL sources of power are disconnected before performing any installation or maintenance on this equipment. Confirm that the terminals are de-energized using a validated voltmeter (rated for a minimum 1000 VAC and 1000 VDC) to verify the de energized condition.
GENERAL INFORMATION Battery Safety Ensure the cables (conductors) are properly sized. Ensure clearance requirements are strictly enforced around the batteries. Ensure the area around the batteries is well ventilated and clean of debris. Never smoke, or allow a spark or flame near, the batteries. WARNING! Explosion, Electrocution, or Fire Hazard Always use insulated tools. Avoid dropping tools onto batteries or other electrical parts. Never charge a frozen battery. Never use old or untested batteries.
Use the battery types recommended by Go Power!. Follow the battery manufacturer’s recommendations for installation and maintenance. Insulate batteries as appropriate against freezing temperatures. A discharged battery will freeze more easily than a charged one. i IMPORTANT If a remote or automatic generator control system is used, disable the starting circuit and/or disconnect the generator from its starting battery while performing maintenance to prevent accidental starting.
GENERAL INFORMATION 2.2 DISCLAIMERS IMPORTANT: Please follow installation and wiring instructions exactly as outlined to ensure safety. We recommend installation by an RV technician or professional electrician to ensure adherence to relevant electrical codes.
GENERAL INFORMATION 2.3 GP-SW1500TS KIT PARTS Please unpack and make sure all parts shown in the list below are included in the kit. If any parts are missing please contact Go Power!’s customer service team at customerservice@ gpelectric.com or 1.866.247.6527. 2.3.1 PARTS CHECKLIST ITEM # DESCRIPTION 01 GP-SW1500TS Unit 1 02 Ring lugs 2 2 1 gpelectric.
GENERAL INFORMATION 2.4 GP-SW1500TS FEATURES 9 11 10 1 2 3 8 7 6 4 5 1 ON / OFF / REMOTE- Use this button to turn the inverter ON, OFF or to switch the inverter into REMOTE MODE. 2 Status LED - This LED is used to display (1) Input Voltage Level, (2) Output Load Level, (3) Fault Conditions (see page 30). 3 Function Switch - This dip switch controls output voltage, output frequency, power saving parameters (see page 31).
4 5 GENERAL INFORMATION 12 9 AC Input Circuit Breaker. The AC input circuit breaker protects the model from overload. When an overload condition exists, the circuit breaker stops supplying output AC grid power. To reset it, push the circuit breaker switch then the model will be back in normal operation. The source fault should be corrected before you reset it. 10 Remote control green terminal 11 Remote port - Use this port to connect the optional remote control unit to the Inverter.
GENERAL INFORMATION 160 [6.299] 351 [13.81] 8.5 [0.335] 2.5 UNIT DIMENSIONS 93.1 [3.665] 11.5 [0.453] 128.4 [5.056] 268.6 [10.575] 283 [11.146] [page 14] | gpelectric.
GENERAL INFORMATION 2.6 POWER DE-RATING CURVE AND TRANSFER TIME Mode/Transfer Switch Haphazard Normal Exacting Online ATS Inverter to utility AC: <5ms.; Utility AC to inverter: 10~35ms. Inverter to utility AC: <5ms.; Utility AC to inverter: <10ms Inverter to utility AC: <5ms.; Utility AC to inverter: 10~35ms. Inverter to utility AC: <5ms.; Utility AC to inverter: <10ms gpelectric.
3. INSTALLATION 3.1 TYPICAL SYSTEM OVERVIEW The following diagrams on pages 16-19 show how the GP-SW1500TS and GP-SWR-A (or B) Remote are typically installed in a mobile RV application. The diagrams show where the remote and Inverter are installed and how the mobile power system can be integrated with a Go Power! RV Solar Kit (sold separately by Go Power, please contact us direct.) Solar Panels Refrigerator Vent Cover Inte Vi Cables Fr Solar Ch [page 16] | gpelectric.
INSTALLATION GP-SWR-A or GP-SWR-B Remote Solar Controller ole ns Co RV ea Ar ernal iew Cable to Battery Bank Cable to GP-SW1500TS Unit Cables to / from Battery Bank rom harge Controller Battery Bank AC Power OUTPUT - to RV appliances GP-SW1500TS Inverter AC Power INPUT - shore power gpelectric.
INSTALLATION Solar Panel Solar Panel Refrigerator Vent Cover or Cable Entry Plate Solar Charge Controller Earth Ground (RV Ground) Fuse To Battery Bank To Battery Bank Typical RV Solar Kit (sold separately by Go Power) [page 18] | gpelectric.
INSTALLATION GP-SWR-A or GP-SWR-B (Optional) AC AC Output Input Loads AC Power Input (Shore Power) AC Output Input AC Power Output GP-SW1500TS DC Panel ON OFF Battery Disconnect Switch (not required if circuit breaker is used) Fuse or Circuit Breaker Battery Bank 6V 6V 6V 6V gpelectric.
INSTALLATION 3.2 MOUNTING REQUIREMENTS 1. TEMPERATURE Make sure the GP-SW1500TS is installed in a location where the normal air temperature is between -20°C and 40°C. The cooler the better within this range. 2. MOISTURE Do not allow water or other fluids to come into contact with the GP-SW1500TS. Do not expose to rain, snow or water. 3. VENTILATION For optimum Inverter performance the GP-SW1500TS must be installed so the front and rear air vents are not blocked or obstructed in any way.
INSTALLATION HORIZONTAL WALL MOUNT, BASE DOWN HORIZONTAL WALL MOUNT, BASE DOWN HORIZONTAL MOUNT, BASE DOWN HORIZONTAL MOUNT, BASE UP VERTICAL MOUNT, DO NOT MOUNT THE GP-SW1500TS IN THIS CONFIGURATION gpelectric.
nel INSTALLATION GP-SWR-A or GP-SWR-B (Optional) 3.3 DC WIRING AC AC Output Input Loads AC Power Input (Shore Power) AC Output Input AC Power Output Sub Pane GP-SW1500TS DC Panel ON OFF Battery Disconnect Switch (not required if circuit breaker is used) Earth Ground (RV Ground) Fuse or Circuit Breaker Battery Bank The following points must be observed for the DC Wiring.
INSTALLATION 3.3.1 DC WIRING SIZING The distance between the battery bank and the GP-SW1500TS should be as short as possible to achieve maximum efficiency and to reduce fire hazards. The size of the cable should be thick enough to limit the voltage drop to less than 2% when carrying the maximum input current to prevent frequent low-input voltage warnings and shutdown. Only use high quality copper wire.
INSTALLATION 3.3.3 PREPARING THE DC CABLES Go Power! supplies 2 ring lugs with the GP-SW1500TS which can be used for the Inverter end of the DC Cables. Source the correct ring terminals for the batteries you are using. • Cut the negative and positive cables to the required length. • Strip off enough insulation so you can install the ring lugs provided. • Use the correct crimp connector to install the ring lugs. • Attach the connectors to both ends of both cables.
INSTALLATION 3.3.5 WIRING THE INVERTER TO THE BATTERIES WARNING: Lethal currents will be present if the positive and negative cables attached to the battery bank touch each other. During the installation and wiring process, ensure the cable ends are insulated or covered to prevent shorting the cables. WARNING: DO NOT connect the DC Wires from the battery bank to the GP-IC-ISW until all the DC and AC wiring is complete and the AC overcurrent protection has been installed.
INSTALLATION 3.4 AC WIRING The cables linking the GP-SW1500TS to the appliances are the AC cables. The following points must be observed for the AC Wiring • A branch rated over current protection at the time of installation shall be provided by others for the AC output circuit. • Depending on the usage scenario, the AC output of the inverter may require a user installed breaker or fuse. • For 20A branch circuit protection, additional breakers are needed for the GFCI receptacles.
INSTALLATION 3.4.2 HARD-WIRE INSTALLATION GP-SW1500TS provides the flexibility of hard-wire connection, and this function will make external control panel wiring easier. • Step 1 - Use a screwdriver to remove the cover. • Step 2. Pass the AC cable pass through the cable gland. Wire the AC cable on the terminal. Use the screwdriver to re-attach the cover.
2 AC INPUT / L 2 3 AC INPUT / N 3 4 AC OUTPUT / N 5 AC OUTPUT / L 4 5 6 INSTALLATION 6 AC OUTPUT GND CAUTION! It is advised that all the electrical installation should conform to the local electrical codes and should be carried out by a certified technician. When the unit is feeding the internally inverted voltage, the current carrying conductors connected to the “L” and “N” terminals of the AC output will be isolated from the metal chassis of the inverter.
INSTALLATION 3.4.3 AC OUTPUT AND TERMINALS OF THE GP-SW1500TS Model Voltage (VAC) Total Current (A) 120 20 *UL458 NOTE In case the load current over the outlet rated current, please use the hard wire terminal next to the outlets. WARNING! When using full power, it is recommended to use the wiring terminal. 3.4.4 GFCI (GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTION) Compliance with UL standards requires that Go Power! test and recommend specific GFCIs for use on the AC output of the GP-SW1500TS.
4. OPERATION 4.1 FINAL INSPECTION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Verify all cables / conduit runs are secured with zip ties or other non-conductive cable clamps to prevent damage from vibration. Ensure all cables that pass through walls, bulkheads or any other openings are protected against abrasion by using strain reliefs and/or grommets. Check all AC, DC and ground connections are securely tightened, and if required covered with suitable anti-seizing grease.
1=ON / 0=OFF OPERATION 12 4.4 LED INDICATOR Green LED LED Signal Status Solid Power OK Slow Blink Power Saving Intermittent Blink Bypass Orange LED LED Signal Status Fast Blink OVP Slow Blink UVP Red LED LED Signal Status Intermittent Blink OTP Fast Blink OVP- Shut-down Slow Blink UVP- Shut-down Solid OLP Intermittent Blink Fan Failure Intermittent Blink Component Failure gpelectric.
OPERATION 4.
OPERATION 4.5.1 POWER SAVING MODE Power Saving Mode is adjustable and set by the Dip Switches, S4, S5 and S6 on the front panel. Example GP-SW1500TS: Saving set 2%, the load is below 30W 10 sec. will into saving mode, more than 90W or more leave saving mode. A. Power device enter the saving mode The rate power x setting % = the threshold enter the power saving model. In case the load less than threshold value 5 seconds, the power device will enter the saving mode. B.
OPERATION 4.6 REMOTE PORT The GP-SW1500TS Series Inverter is compatible with GP-SWR-A, and GP-SWR-B remote control via RS232 Communication. Before using the remote control, make sure the inverter main switch is set to “ REMOTE” position. Pin Number Signal Description 1 Not used 2 GND 3 RXD 4 TXD 5 Not used 6 Not used [page 34] | gpelectric.
OPERATION 4.6.1 REMOTE CONTROL GREEN TERMINAL PIN# PIN Assignment 1 GND 2 -ENB 3 ENB 4 No Use 5 No Use Remote control green terminal (1) may be connected to a Form C relay for “FAULT” indication. When “FAULT” occurs, the relay switches. • ENB GND • • • Before installing the inverter, please ensure that the main switch is in the OFF position. Before using the remote control ENB terminal, please ensure the main switch is in the REMOTE position.
OPERATION 4.7 HIPOT TESTING The GP-SW1500-TS uses two 55VAC lines to create 110VAC much like how 240VAC is created using two 120VAC lines in a house. To accomplish this the neutral line must be bonded to the ground, however, this causes problems during HIPOT testing. For this reason, the neutral to ground bonding is done using a screw that is externally accessible so it can be removed.
5. WARRANTY RETURN PROCEDURE The Go Power! warranty is valid against defects in materials and workmanship for the specific product warranty period.
6. SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Input Characteristics Output Characteristics AC Input Protection Specification Item GP-SW1500TS-112 DC Voltage Fuse Voltage Range No Load Current Power Saving Mode Continuous Output Power Surge Power Output Voltage Efficiency Max. Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) Output Waveform AC Range Frequency Selectable Synchronous Frequency Circuit Breaker Transfer Switch (Refer to Transfer - Time Table.) BAT.Low Alarm ± 3% BAT.Low Shut-down ± 3% BAT.Low Restart ± 3% BAT.
7. END OF LIFE - RECYCLING Product E.O.L (End of life) Information This product required the extraction and use of natural resources. It may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or human health if improperly handled at the product’s end of life.
© 2020 Go Power!® By Valterra Products, LLC Worldwide Technical Support and Product Information gpelectric.com Go Power! Corporate Headquarters 201-710 Redbrick St, Victoria, BC Canada V8T 5J3 Tel: 1.866.247.
