Tripp Lite EMS Series owner manual Feature Identification

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Feature Identification

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

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Configuration DIP Switches: optimize Inverter/Charger

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AC Input Cord with Hospital-Grade Plug (not on hardwire

 

operation depending on your application. See pages 5-6 for

 

 

 

models): connects the Inverter/Charger to any source of utility-

 

setting instructions.

 

 

 

 

 

or generator-supplied AC power. Superior quality blade con-

 

Operating Mode Switch: controls Inverter/Charger operation.

 

 

 

struction helps reduce the risk of accidental disconnection. See

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page 10 for connection instructions.

 

The “AUTO/REMOTE” setting ensures your equipment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

receives constant, uninterrupted AC power. It also enables the

 

 

 

Hardwire AC Input/Output Terminal Strip (not on corded

 

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Inverter/Charger to be remotely monitored and controlled with

 

 

 

models): securely connects the Inverter/Charger to vehicle

 

an optional remote module (included). The “CHARGE

 

 

 

electrical system. See page 10 for connection instructions.

 

ONLY” setting allows your batteries to return to full charge

 

 

 

Resettable Circuit Breakers: protect your Inverter/Charger

 

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faster by turning the inverter off which halts battery discharging.

 

 

 

 

 

against damage due to overload. See page 4 for resetting instructions.

 

See page 4 for setting instructions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remote Control Module Connector:

 

 

Operation Indicator Lights: intuitive “traffic light” signals

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allows remote monitoring and control

 

 

show whether the Inverter/Charger is operating from AC line

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

with an included module. See remote

 

 

power or DC battery power. It also warns you if the connected

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

module owner’s manual for connection

 

 

equipment load is too high. See

page 4

for instructions on

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

instructions.

 

EMS Remote Control Module (included)

 

reading indicator lights.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Battery

Charge

Conserver (Load Sense) Dial: conserves

 

Battery Indicator Lights: intuitive

“traffic

light” signals show

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battery

power by

setting the low-load level at which the

 

approximate charge level of your battery. See page 4 for instructions

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inverter/Charger’s inverter automatically shuts off. See page 6

 

on reading indicator lights.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

for setting instructions.

 

DC Input Connection: EMS1012UL models feature a battery con-

 

 

 

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Main Ground Lug: properly grounds the Inverter/Charger to

 

nector wired into the unit which allows quick battery connec-

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vehicle grounding system or to earth ground. See page 9 for

 

tion/disconnection when used with an additional quick battery

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

connection instructions. (On EMS1250UL models, the ground

 

connector (included in the box)

and user-supplied cables.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

lug is located on the front of the unit.)

 

EMS1250UL models come with a cable/connector assembly for

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

use with the unit's DC input terminals. DC battery terminals for

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Multi-Speed Cooling Fan: quiet, efficient fan prolongs equip-

 

use with user-supplied cables are located on the rear of

 

 

 

ment service life.

 

 

 

EMS1250UL models, and on the front only of EMS2012UL

 

 

 

Hardwire AC Input/Output Cover Plate

 

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models.

 

 

 

 

 

Battery Temperature Sensing Connector: prolongs battery life

 

 

 

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Hospital-Grade Ground Fault

Interrupter (GFI) AC

 

 

 

by adjusting charge based on battery temperature. Use with cable

 

Receptacles (not on hardwire models): allow you to connect

 

 

 

(included on select models). See Configuration section for details.

 

equipment that would normally be plugged into a utility outlet.

 

 

 

Automatic Generator Start Connector: automatically cycles

 

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Higher retention force helps reduce the risk of accidental dis-

 

 

 

generator based on battery voltage. Use with user-supplied

 

connection. They feature ground fault interrupter switches that

 

 

 

cable. See Configuration section for details.

 

trip if there is excessive current on the ground safety wire.

 

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Ignition Interlock Control Jack (EMS1250UL only) : used to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

connect the inverter/charger to the vehicle ignition switch. Disables

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AC power output when the vehicle ignition switch is placed in the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Engine Run” position. See p. 6 for connection instructions.

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Side Mounted,

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Side Mounted,

Not Shown

 

Not Shown

 

 

 

 

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Side Mounted,

 

 

 

 

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Side Mounted,

 

 

 

 

 

 

Not Shown

 

 

 

Not Shown

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“FOR USE WITH COPPER WIRE ONLY”

 

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INPUT

OUTPUT

 

 

 

HOT IN

 

 

BREAKER

BREAKER

 

 

 

 

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NEUTRAL

IN

 

 

 

 

 

GROUND

IN

 

 

 

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6

 

GROUND

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

HOT OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NEUTRAL

OUT

 

 

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LISTED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POWER INVERTER

 

 

 

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Model: EMS1012UL Front View

 

 

Model: EMS1250UL Front View

 

Model: EMS2012UL Front View

 

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Model: EMS1012UL Rear View

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Model: EMS1250UL Rear View

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Model: EMS2012UL Rear View

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Contents Better for Your Equipment Better for Your BatteriesBetter for You Important Safety Instructions Limited WarrantyEngine Run position. See p for connection instructions Feature IdentificationOperation Switch ModesIndicator Lights Resetting Your Inverter/Charger to Restore AC PowerGroup B DIP Switches ConfigurationSet Configuration DIP Switches Group a DIP SwitchesEMS1012UL & EMS2012UL Models Select Auxiliary Battery Type if any Battery SelectionVehicular and Non-Vehicular Horizontal Mount MountingVehicular Battery ConnectionAC Input/Output Connection Maintenance ServiceSymptom Problems Corrections TroubleshootingModel Number EMS1012UL EMS1250UL EMS2012UL Specifications