User manual CONTAX TS

[. . . ] TS Series Introducing the TS Series Inverter The Model TS Series microprocessor-controlled modified sinewave inverter converts DC current into AC current. Automatic transfer to inverter mode when AC supply is interrupted (with SB option). 5916 195t h Street, NE Arlington, WA 98223 USA Tel (360) 435-8826 Fax (360)435-2229 www. traceengineering. com Part Number 3141 Effective Date: July 15, 1998 Page 1 Thank you for choosing Trace Engineering products to meet your alternative-energy power needs. We make every effort to ensure that your inverter/charger is properly packaged for shipping and includes all the materials requested. [. . . ] The factory setting is Deep discharge Shallow discharge means less battery stress and more charge/ cycles. Deep discharge allows the batteries to be discharged almost completely. Don't use them. Deep Cycle Batteries This type of battery is best suited for use with inverters because they tolerate a greater depth-of-discharge before being recharged. The most common type is the non-sealed, liquid-electrolyte battery, which have removable cell caps for monitoring the electrolyte level. A popular and inexpensive deep-cycle battery is the six-volt golf cart battery rated at 220 amp-hours. These can be cycled repeatedly to 80% of their capacity without damage. The TS512 is a 12-volt system, therefore you must connect at least two of these batteries in series in order to produce 12 volts. Some systems use the L16 type of battery: six-volt batteries rated at 350 amp-hours available from a number of manufacturers. At 17 inches in height and up to 130 pounds each, they may be difficult to place in mobile or marine installations. Type 8D batteries are available in either starting or deep-cycle construction. Most common are the starting version used to start very large truck engines. These deep-cycle versions are 12-volts and are rated at 200 amp hours or so. Type 4D batteries are very similar in construction, but about one-third smaller. Copyright © Trace Engineering Co. 5916 195t h Street, NE Arlington, WA 98223 USA Tel (360) 435-8826 Fax (360)435-2229 www. traceengineering. com Part Number 3141 Effective Date: July 15, 1998 Page 7 Sealed Gel Cell Sealed gel cell batteries do not use battery caps because the electrolyte is in the form of a gel. This allows the batteries to be mounted in any position without spilling. Other advantages are: no maintenance, long life (800 cycles claimed) , and low self-discharge. The disadvantage is high initial cost and the possibility of damage from overcharging. Don't confuse sealed batteries with maintenance-free batteries - the latter are typically standard liquid electrolyte batteries with no caps for adding water; when the electrolyte gets low you replace the battery. For best results, use the Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS) option with sealed batteries. Monthly Maintenance Check the level of the electrolyte in each battery at least once a month. Most batteries have a split plastic cup under the caps, which the electrolyte should just touch when full. Don't overfill the batteries, or the electrolyte will spill out of the batteries when recharging. Refill batteries with distilled water only - "spring" water and regular tap water may have high levels of minerals that can poison the battery chemistry and reduce battery life. [. . . ] After routing the Trace remote cable, plug it into the six-conductor, RJ15 phone jack on the TS main PCB. Copyright © Trace Engineering Co. 5916 195t h Street, NE Arlington, WA 98223 USA Tel (360) 435-8826 Fax (360)435-2229 www. traceengineering. com Part Number 3141 Effective Date: July 15, 1998 Page 11 Rear Panel Configuration The TS series rear panel configuration is determined by the model and options selected. Some models will have one or more of the features listed below: 0 Duplex Outlet Option (D): a 120-volt, 15-amp outlet is provided on some models. 0 Duplex Outlet Option (I): 230-volt, 15-amp for export models outlet is provided on some models. [. . . ]