Outback Power Systems GS8048 Audience, Symbols Used, Terms and Definitions, Term Definition

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Important Safety Instructions

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

This manual contains important safety instructions for the Radian Series Inverter/Charger. Read all instructions and cautionary markings on the inverter and on any accessories or additional equipment included in the installation. Failure to adhere to these instructions could result in severe shock or possible electrocution. Exercise extreme caution at all times to prevent accidents.

Audience

This manual is intended for anyone required to operate the Radian Series Inverter/Charger. Operators must be familiar with all the safety regulations pertaining to operating this kind of equipment as dictated by local code. Operators must also have a complete understanding of this equipment’s features and functions. Do not use this product unless it has been installed by a qualified installer in accordance with the Radian Series Inverter/Charger Installation Manual.

Symbols Used

WARNING: Hazard to Human Life

This type of notation indicates that the hazard could be harmful to human life.

CAUTION: Hazard to Equipment

This type of notation indicates that the hazard may cause damage to the equipment.

IMPORTANT:

This type of notation indicates that the information provided is important to the installation, operation and/or maintenance of the equipment. Failure to follow the recommendations in such a notation could result in voiding the equipment warranty.

Definitions

The following is a list of initials, terms, and definitions used in conjunction with this product.

 

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Terms and Definitions

 

 

 

Term

Definition

 

 

 

12V AUX

Auxiliary connection that supplies 12 Vdc to control external devices.

 

 

AC

Alternating Current; refers to voltage produced by the inverter, utility grid, or generator

 

 

 

AGS

Advanced Generator Start

 

 

 

CSA

Canadian Standards Association; establishes Canadian national standards and the Canadian

 

Electrical Code, including C22.1 and C22.2

 

 

DC

Direct Current; refers to voltage produced by the batteries or renewable source

 

 

 

900-0020-01-00 Rev A

 

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Contents GS8048 Radian Series Inverter/ChargerTrademarks Terms and Definitions Symbols UsedAudience DefinitionsImportant Safety Instructions General SafetyTable of Contents Table of Contents List of TablesList of Figures Introduction MATE3 System Display and Controller Startup Pre-startup ProceduresCommissioning Functional TestCommissioning Powering DownFirmware Updates Adding New DevicesOperation Input ModesGenerator Operation SupportGrid Tied UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply Mini Grid BackupOperation Inverting FunctionsInput SearchAC Source Acceptance AC Current SettingsTransfer Offset Bulk Stage Battery ChargingCharging Steps No ChargingCharging Stages Over Time1 OffsetRepeated Silent Float TimerSilent Float StageAbsorption Timer New Charging CycleNew Absorption Stage Equalization Battery Temperature CompensationExamples OutBack HUB4 and MATE3 Multiple-Inverter Installations StackingExample of Parallel Stacking Arrangement Three Inverters Power Save Levels Auxiliary Terminals Operation Operation Grid Use Time High Battery TransferSystem Display-Based Functions Advanced Generator Start AGSTroubleshooting Basic TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Possible Remedy Troubleshooting TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Cause Possible Remedy Hot or neutral Not be bonded Inverter may be behaving correctly Inverter output is being fed Troubleshooting Error Troubleshooting Message Causes Possible Remedy Error MessagesAC Freq Too High Message Definition Possible RemedyCapacitors Voltage Maximum Disconnect MessagesSell Status Sell Status MessagesSell Status Definition Troubleshooting Mechanical Specifications for Model GS8048 SpecificationsSpecifications for Model GS8048 Electrical Specifications for Model GS8048 ValueEnvironmental Specifications for All Models Value Environmental SpecificationsRegulatory Specifications SpecificationsDefault Settings and Ranges GS8048 Inverter SettingsFirmware Revision Field Default Minimum Maximum Product Registration OutBack Power TechnologiesProduct Registration Extended WarrantyYear Limited Warranty for Radian Products WarrantyWarranty How to Arrange for Warranty ServiceTroubleshooting Return Material Authorization RMAReturning Product to OutBack Out of WarrantyThis page Intentionally Left Blank Index Year WarrantyInput Modes 11, 17, 20, 22 IndexThis page Intentionally Left Blank
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