Service
If you are returning your Inverter/Charger to Tripp Lite, please pack it carefully, using the ORIGINAL PACKING MATERIAL that came
with the unit. Enclose a letter describing the symptoms of the problem. If the Inverter/Charger is within the warranty period, enclose a copy
of your sales receipt. To obtain service you must obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number from Tripp Lite or an authorized
Tripp Lite service center.
Maintenance
Your Inverter/Charger requires no maintenance and contains no user-serviceable or replaceable parts, but should be kept dry at all times.
Periodically check, clean and tighten all cable connections as necessary, both at the unit and at the battery.
Troubleshooting
Try these remedies for common Inverter/Charger problems before calling for assistance. Call Tripp Lite Customer Service before returning
your unit for service.
SYMPTOM
No AC Output
(All Indicator Lights Are OFF)
Battery Not Recharging
(AC Input Present)
All Three Battery Indicator Lights
Are Slowly Flashing
(½ Second Flashes)
All Three Battery Indicator Lights
Are Rapidly Flashing
(¼ Second Flashes)
Red "LOW" Battery
Indicator Light is Flashing
Red "LOAD" Operation
Indicator Light Flashing
*User-supplied.
PROBLEMS
Unit is not properly connected to utility power.
Operating Mode Switch is set to "OFF" and
AC input is present.
This is normal when the Operating Mode Switch
is set to "CHARGE ONLY" and AC input is absent.
Unit has shut down due to battery overcharge (preventing
battery damage). The problem may be with connected
auxiliary chargers, if any, or with the unit's charger.
Unit has shut down due to excessive battery discharge.
Unit has shut down due to overload.
Connected batteries are dead.
Battery fuse* is blown.
Battery cabling* is loose.
Unit has shut down due to battery overcharge (preventing
battery damage). The problem may be with connected
auxiliary chargers, if any, or with the unit's charger.
Battery is excessively discharged.
Battery is overcharged. Unit will shut down to prevent battery
damage. The problem may be with connected auxiliary
chargers, if any, or with the unit's charger.
Battery voltage is low. Unit will automatically shut down after
10 seconds to protect battery from damage.
False reading due to undersized or insufficiently connected
DC cabling.
Inverter is overloaded. Unit will automatically shut down after
5 seconds.
CORRECTIONS
Connect unit to utility power.
Set Operating Mode Switch to "AUTO/REMOTE" or "CHARGE ONLY."
No correction is required. AC output will return when AC input
returns. Set Operating Mode Switch to "AUTO/REMOTE" if you require
AC output.
Disconnect any auxiliary chargers. Reset by moving Operating
Mode Switch to "OFF." Wait 1 minute and switch to "AUTO/REMOTE"
or "CHARGE ONLY." If unit remains in shutdown mode after several
attempts to reset, contact Tripp Lite Customer Service for
assistance.
Use an auxiliary charger* to raise battery voltage. Check external
battery connections and fuse. Unit automatically resets when
condition is cleared.
Reduce load. Reset by moving Operating Mode Switch to "OFF."
Wait 1 minute. Switch to "AUTO/REMOTE" or "CHARGE ONLY."
Check and replace old batteries.
Check and replace fuse.*
Check and tighten or replace cabling.*
Disconnect any auxiliary chargers. Reset by moving Operating
Mode Switch to "OFF." Wait 1 minute and switch to "AUTO/REMOTE"
or "CHARGE ONLY." If unit remains in shutdown mode after several
attempts to reset, contact Tripp Lite Customer Service for
assistance.
Use an auxiliary charger* to raise battery voltage. Check external
battery connections and fuse. Unit automatically resets when
condition is cleared.
Disconnect any auxiliary chargers. Reset by moving Operating
Mode Switch to "OFF." Wait 1 minute and switch to "AUTO/REMOTE"
or "CHARGE ONLY." If unit remains in shutdown mode after several
attempts to reset, contact Tripp Lite Customer Service for
assistance.
Make sure that AC power is present in order to recharge batteries.
Reset by moving Operating Mode Switch to "OFF" then to "AUTO/
REMOTE" or "CHARGE ONLY."
Use sufficient size DC cable sufficiently connected to the
Inverter/Charger.
Reduce load. Reset by moving Operating Mode Switch to "OFF."
Wait 1minute. Switch to "AUTO/REMOTE" or "CHARGE ONLY."
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