Tripp Lite PowerVerter APSX Owner'S Manual Download

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Feature Identification

Identify the premium features on your specific model and quickly locate instructions on how to maximize their use.

Configuration DIP Switches:

optimize Inverter/Charger

operation depending on your application. See Configuration
Section for setting instructions.

Operating Mode Switch:

controls Inverter/Charger operation.

The “AUTO/REMOTE” setting ensures your equipment
receives constant, uninterrupted AC power. It also enables the
Inverter/Charger to be remotely monitored and controlled with
an optional remote module (Tripp Lite model APSRM4, sold
separately). The “CHARGE ONLY” setting allows your batter-
ies to return to full charge faster by turning the inverter off
which halts battery discharging. See Operation Section for set-
ting instructions.

Operation Indicator Lights:

intuitive “traffic light” signals

show whether the Inverter/Charger is operating from AC line
power or DC battery power. It also warns you if the connected
equipment load is too high. See Operation Section for instruc-
tions on reading indicator lights.

Battery Indicator Lights:

intuitive “traffic light” signals show

approximate charge level of your battery. See Operation Section
for instructions on reading indicator lights.

DC Power Terminals:

connect to your battery terminals. See

Battery Connection Section for connection instructions.

AC Output Receptacles (not on hardwire models):

IEC-320

output receptacle(s) allow you to connect equipment that you
would normally plug into a utility outlet. Select models also
include a Universal AC Output Adapter which allows you to
connect equipment with a wide variety of plug styles.

AC Input Receptacle (not on hardwire models):

IEC-320

input receptacle connects the Inverter/Charger to any source of
utility or generator-supplied AC power when used with a user-
supplied cable with country-specific plug.

Hardwire AC Input/Output Terminal Strip (not on corded
models):

securely connects the Inverter/Charger to facility or

vehicle electrical system. See Input/Output Connection Section
for connection instructions.

Resettable Circuit Breakers:

protect your Inverter/Charger

against damage due to overload. See Operation Section for
resetting instructions.

Remote Control Module Connector:

allows remote monitoring

and control with an optional module (Tripp Lite model
APSRM4, sold separately). See remote module owner’s manu-
al for connection instructions.

Battery Charge Conserver (Load Sense) Control (available
on select models):

conserves battery power by setting the

low-load level at which the Inverter/Charger’s inverter automati-
cally shuts off. See Configuration Section for setting instructions.

Main Ground Lug:

properly grounds the Inverter/Charger to

earth ground or to vehicle or boat grounding system. See Battery
Connection Section for connection instructions.

Thermostatically-Controlled Cooling Fan:

quiet, efficient fan

regulates internal temperature and prolongs equipment service
life. Fan runs intermittently depending on temperature and load.

DC Power Terminal Cover Plate

Hardwire AC Input/Output Cover Plate

Dead Battery Startup Feature (for all models, internal, not
shown):

internal circuitry allows you to start up the

Inverter/Charger even with a dead battery connected to the unit.
As long as the Inverter/Charger is connected to a live utility- or
generator-supplied AC power source, the Inverter/Charger will
pass through AC power to connected equipment and charge con-
nected batteries.