Wagan Elite 5000 W User Manual
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Elite
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5000W—Pure Sine Inverter by Wagan Tech
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User’s Manual—Read before using this equipment
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Wagan Pure Sine Wave DC to AC Power
Inverter. It delivers a true sine wave AC identical to that of commercial power.
Use this inverter to power AC appliances in your vehicle, at a campsite, or
at home as an emergency source of AC power. Pure Sine Wave AC means
that your sensitive electronics such as audio/video systems, computers, and
communications equipment will operate properly. This inverter is powered from
12 volts DC and it will continuously deliver 5,000 watts AC power at 120
Volts, 60 Hz.
For your convenience, this inverter is supplied with a wireless remote control
and a set of cables. The installer must install a fuse and fuse holder for battery
protection. See Configuring Battery Bank section.
This Wagan 5,000 watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter is an indispensable addition
to your compliment of mobile power equipment. With minimal care and
proper treatment it will provide years of reliable service.
Read and understand this manual before installing and operating this inverter.
Keep this manual for future use.
About This Inverter.
This power inverter converts 12 volts, direct current (12V DC) to 120
volts alternating household current (120V AC). It easily powers TV/VCR
combinations, small microwave ovens, and refrigerators. It also operates at
high efficiency (up to 90%) that results in long running time and extended
battery life compared to other inverters with this level of power output.
This inverter has the highest surge capability in its class. Superior surge
capability of 10,000 watts allows the inverter to start most difficult motorized
appliances. Advanced microprocessor-controlled circuits run cooler and are
more reliable than competing units.
General Instructions:
• Keep the inverter away from any direct heat source or combustible
materials.
• Keep well ventilated–this device generates heat.
• Keep the inverter away from combustible gases.
• Do not continuously operate any equipment over 5,000 watts.
• This inverter is designed to operate from a 12 volt DC power source
only.
• Do not attempt to connect the inverter to any other power source,
including any AC power source.
• Incorrect battery polarity will damage the inverter and void the warranty.
• Keep this inverter in a dry environment.
• Do not open the inverter; there are no user serviceable parts inside.
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Product Features
Front Panel
The Front Panel view shows the inverters ON/OFF Switch, Indicators, AC
Outlets, and Ground Terminal.
• ON/OFF Switch
This switch controls AC output of the inverter.
• Operating LED (Green)
When this green LED is lit, the inverter is operating normally.
• The FAULT indicator turns RED as the inverter shuts down because of:
Excessive Temperature, Overload, Under Voltage, or Over voltage.
Immediately turn off all AC appliances if the FAULT LED is lit. Allow the