Kisae SWXFR1210 User manual

Sinewave Inverter
with Transfer Switch
1000W - 120V (SWXFR1210)
2000W - 120V (SWXFR1220)
3000W - 120V (SWXFR1230)
1000W - 230V (SWXFR1210i)
2000W - 230V (SWXFR1220i)
Owner’s Manual
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For safe and optimum performance, the KISAE Sinewave Inverter with Transfer Switch must be used
properly. Carefully read and follow all instructions and guidelines in this manual and give special
attention to the CAUTION and WARNING statements.
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Disclaimer
While every precaution has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this guide, KISAE
Technology assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Note as well that specifications and
product functionality may change without notice.
Important
Please be sure to read and save the entire manual before using your KISAE Sinewave Inverter
with Transfer Switch unit. Misuse may result in damage to the unit and/or cause harm or serious
injury.
Product Numbers:
120V model :
SWXFR1210 Sinewave Inverter 1000W with Transfer Switch (US Socket - NEMA 5-15)
SWXFR1220 Sinewave Inverter 2000W with Transfer Switch (US Socket - NEMA 5-20)
SWXFR1230 Sinewave Inverter 3000W with Transfer Switch (US Socket - NEMA 5-20)
230V model :
SWXFR1210i-UK Sinewave Inverter 1000W with Transfer Switch (British Socket-BS1363)
SWXFR1210i-EU Sinewave Inverter 1000W with Transfer Switch (Schuko Socket-CEE 7/4)
SWXFR1210i-AU Sinewave Inverter 1000W with Transfer Switch (Australia Socket-NS/NZS 3112)
SWXFR1220i-UK Sinewave Inverter 2000W with Transfer Switch (British Socket-BS1363)
SWXFR1220i-EU Sinewave Inverter 2000W with Transfer Switch (Schuko Socket-CEE 7/4)
SWXFR1220i-AU Sinewave Inverter 2000W with Transfer Switch (Australia Socket-NS/NZS 3112)
Document Part Number
MUXFR 1210 Rev A
Service Contact Information
Email: [e-mail]
Phone : [phone]
Web : www.kisaetechnology.com

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Table of Contents
1.INTRODUCTION................................................................................................ 4
2.PRODUCT DESCRIPTION............................................................................... 5
3.INSTALLATION ................................................................................................. 5
4.UNIT OPERATION........................................................................................... 10
5.FEATURE SETTING........................................................................................ 12
6.TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................... 14
7.SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................... 15
8.WARRANTY..................................................................................................... 16

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1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the KISAE Sinewave Inverter with Transfer Switch unit. With our
state of the art, easy-to-use design, this product will offer you reliable service by providingAC
power and 5V USB power for your home, cabin, boat, RV, Caravan or Trailer using battery power.
The Sinewave Inverter can run many AC-powered appliances when you need AC power from a
battery source. The 5V USB power can charge many USB-powered devices. The inverter also will
automatically switch to utilityAC power when it is available at your home, dock or campsite.
This manual will explain how to use this unit safely and effectively. Please read and follow these
instructions and precautions carefully.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
This section contains important safety information for the Sinewave Inverter. Before using the
unit, READ ALL instructions and cautionary markings on or provided with the unit, and all
appropriate sections of this guide.
The Sinewave Inverter contains no user-serviceable parts. See Warranty section for how to
handle product issues.
DANGER: Fire and/or Chemical Burn Hazard.
•Do not cover or obstruct any air vent openings and/or install in a zero-clearance compartment.
DANGER: Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury
•When working with electrical equipment or lead acid batteries, have someone nearby in case of
an emergency.
•Study and follow all the battery manufacturer’s specific precautions when installing, using and
servicing the battery connected to the inverter.
•Wear eye protection and gloves.
•Avoid touching your eyes while using this unit.
•Keep fresh water and soap on hand in the event battery acid comes in contact with eyes. If this
occurs, cleanse right away with soap and water for a minimum of 15 minutes and seek medical
attention.
•Batteries produce explosive gases. DO NOT smoke or have an open spark or fire near the
system.
•Keep unit away from moist or damp areas.
•Avoid dropping any metal tool or object on the battery. Doing so could create a spark or short
circuit which goes through the battery or another electrical tool that may create an explosion.
DANGER: Shock Hazard. Keep away from children!
•Avoid moisture. Never expose unit to snow, water etc.
•Unit provides household AC output, treat the AC output socket the same as regular wall AC
sockets at home.
DANGER: Explosion hazard!
•DO NOT use the unit in the vicinity of flammable fumes or gases (such as propane tanks or
large engines).
•AVOID covering the ventilation openings. Always operate unit in an open area.
•Prolonged contact to high heat or freezing temperatures will decrease the working life of the unit.
•DO NOT connect anAC power source like utility power or generator to the AC outputs of the
unit. It will damage the unit and may cause fire. Feeding AC to the AC output of the unit is not
covered by warranty.
FCC and CE EMC INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules on 120V model and comply with the limits for CE EMC
Standard on 230V model. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against

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harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
LIMITATIONS ON USE
Do not use in connection with life support systems or other medical equipment or devices.
2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Sinewave Inverter includes the items list below.
•Inverter with transfer switch base unit with detachable Remote Panel
•Remote Panel Cable
•Owner’s Manual
Rating
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Series
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ModelNo.InverterTransferSwitch
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ACOutput
SWX12101000W30A15AGFCI,Hardwire
SWX12202000W30A20AGFCI,Hardwire
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120VAC
SWX12303000W30A2x20ANEMA5‐20,Hardwire
230VACSWX1210i1000W16ABritish,SchukoandAustralia
3. INSTALLATION
WARNING:All wiring be done by a certified technician or electrician to ensure adherence
to the applicable electrical safety wiring regulations and installation codes. Failure to follow
these instructions can damage the unit and could also result in personal injury or loss of
life.
CAUTION:Before beginning unit installation, please consider the following:
•The unit should be used or stored in an indoor area away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture
or conductive contaminants.
•When placing the unit, allow a minimum of three inches of space around the unit for optimal
ventilation.
Understanding the unit features
AC Output Front Panel
Model SWXFR1210 as shown
AC Wiring Compartment:
AC Output Port 2 & 3
AC Output strain relief
AC Ground
AC Input strain relief
AC Input port
USB Output
Status Indicator
Display
On/Off button
Select button
AC Output Port 1

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Model SWXFR1220 as shown
Model SWXFR1230 as shown
Model SWXFR1210i-EU, SWXFR1220i-EU as shown
DC Input Rear Panel
Fan
opening
DC Input Terminals
AC Wiring Compartment:
AC Output Port 2
AC Output strain relief
AC Ground
AC Input strain relief
AC Input port
USB Output
Status Indicator
Display
On/Off button
Select button
AC Output Port 1
AC Wiring Compartment:
AC Output Port 2 & 3
AC Output strain relief
AC Ground
AC Input strain relief
AC Input port
USB Output
Status Indicator
Display
On/Off button
Select button
AC Output Port 1
AC Wiring Compartment:
AC Output Port 2 & 3
AC Output strain relief
AC Ground
AC Input strain relief
AC Input port
USB Output
Status Indicator
Display
On/Off button
Select button
AC Output Port 1

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Preparing for Installation
Typical Wiring block diagram of the Power Inverter:
12V Battery Bank:
•The use of a deep cycle battery is highly recommended for power inverter application
•For battery size, you need to identify what you wish to operate, and for how long. It is
recommended that you purchase as much battery capacity as possible. See more on Battery
Run Time in Section 4.
DC Fuse or Circuit Breaker:
•DC-rated fuse or DC-rated circuit breaker connected along the DC positive line is required.
•For 1000W Unit, select a fuse or circuit breaker with a minimum of 150 Adc
•For 2000W Unit, select a fuse or circuit breaker with a minimum of 300 Adc
•For 3000W Unit, select a fuse or circuit breaker with a minimum of 450 Adc
•Based on the size of your 12V Battery Bank, determine the overall short circuit current rating of
the battery bank from the battery manufacturer. The fuse or circuit breaker chosen has to be
able to withstand the short circuit current that may be generated by the battery bank
•For Marine application, the over-current protective device needs to be installed within 7 inches
(17.8cm) from the battery positive terminals.
DC Disconnect Switch:
•Select a DC Disconnect Switch with the same or higher rating of the selected fuse or circuit
breaker.
•The DC Disconnect Switch is used to disconnect the DC power between the unit and the battery
bank during service, maintenance or trouble shooting.
DC Input Cable Size:
•All DC cables require insulated multi-strand low resistance cable.
•The DC cables must be copper and must be rated 105Ԩminimum.
•For 1000W Unit, use minimum #2 AWG wire with maximum cable length of 5 feet.
•For 2000W Unit, use minimum #2/0 AWG wire with maximum cable length of 5 feet.
•For 3000W Unit, use minimum #4/0 AWG wire with maximum cable length of 5 feet.
Important: Use of smaller gauge cable or longer cable length may cause the inverter to
shutdown under heavy load and may also melt the cable insulation and catch fire and can result
in death or serious injury.
Grounding Cable Size:
Important: The unit is grounded through the ground stud located near the DC Input terminal and
the chassis of the unit has to be grounded properly before use.
•For Marine application, the DC grounding cable size may be one size smaller than the minimum
size conductor required for the DC current-carrying conductors and the conductor is no smaller
than #10AWG.
•For Recreational Vehicle or Caravan application, the unit has to be grounded to the vehicle
chassis with a minimum #8 AWG copper conductor.
Inverter with
Transfer Switch
Unit
DC Disconnect
Switch DC Fuse or Circuit Breaker
12 V Battery Bank
AC Output
Ports &
USB Output
AC Input
AC Input
Source

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AC Input Source and AC Branch Breaker:
•Standard AC Input wire is required for all the AC connections between the AC source & the AC
Input port, and the AC Output ports to load.
•For 120V model minimum of #10 AWG AC wire is required, A 30A branch circuit breaker is also
required to connect between AC Input source and unit’s AC Input port.
•For 230V model minimum of #14 AWG AC wire is required, A 16A branch circuit breaker is also
required to connect between AC Input source and unit’s AC Input port.
Important: Follow the electrical and/or building code when you connect the unit to any AC source.
Installing the Inverter System
WARNING: Electrical Shock Hazard
The unit ‘On/Off’ switch does not disconnect the DC power from the battery. Use the DC
Disconnect Switch or disconnect the DC input cables to disconnect the DC power from the
battery before working on any circuits connected to the unit. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in death or serious injury.
Installation:
•Choose an appropriate mounting location.
•For indoor use, the unit can be mounted in any direction except with the DC Input panel facing
downwards.
•Use the mounting template below to mark the positions of the mounting screws.
•Drill the 4 mounting holes and place the Inverter in position and fasten the unit to the mounting
surface.
Important: Field wiring DC terminals tightening torque 12-13 Nm
Chassis Grounding Connection:
DANGER:The unit chassis has to be grounded properly. Never operate the Inverter
without proper grounding. Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury.
•Connect the grounding cable’s ring terminal to the unit ground screw.
•Connect the other side of the cable to the common grounding point.

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DC Input Connection:
CAUTION: Reversing the DC Input terminal will damage the unit and it cannot be repaired.
Damage caused by reverse polarity connection is not covered by the warranty.
•Connect one end of the negative DC input cable to the Inverter DC negative terminal. Connect
the other end of the cable to the battery negative terminal.
•Make sure the Disconnect Switch is in the OFF position.
•Connect one end of the positive DC input cable to the Power Inverter DC positive terminal.
•Connect the other end of the positive DC input cable to one of the terminals of the Disconnect
Switch.
•Connect a DC input cable between the other terminal of the Disconnect Switch and one side of
the terminal of the fuse holder.
•Connect a DC input cable between the other terminal of the fuse holder and the battery positive
terminal.
•Install the selected fuse to the fuse holder.
AC Input Connections:
Warning: Please double check the location of the AC input port located inside the wiring
compartment. Misconnecting to the AC output port inside the same compartment will blow
the unit and may catch fire. Before making any AC Input connection, please be sure the AC
Input Source is not energized and the DC disconnect switch is OFF.
Important: Abranch breaker (not provided) is required to connect between the AC input source
and the Inverter.
•Remove AC compartment cover by unscrewing the four screws located at the front of the AC
compartment cover.
Model SWXFR1210 SWXFR1220
SWXFR1230
SWXFR1210i Series
SWXFR1220i Series
AC Input Branch Breaker 30A 16A
•Connect the AC Input ‘L’ LIVE or ‘H’ HOT wire between the unit’s AC Input port and the branch
breaker terminal.
•Connect the AC Input ‘N’ NEUTRAL wire between the unit’s AC Input port and the AC source ‘N’
terminal.
•Connect the AC Input GND wire to the ground terminal inside the wiring compartment.
AC Output Connections:
CAUTION: Please be sure that the AC Input source is not energized before making any Output
connection and that the DC disconnect switch is turned OFF.
For 120V model:
The AC Output has three types of AC connections:
1) Use of the provided AC socket (Port 1 or 2) for AC load:
This configuration does not require AC Output installation. Plug in the AC load to the provided
AC output socket. During the by-pass mode, the AC output is limited to 15A with GFCI
protection for 1000W model, and 20A with GFCI protection for 2000W and two 20A NEMA 5-
20 AC Sockets for 3000W models.
2) Use of the provided Hardwire AC Output terminal (Port 3 or 4).
•Remove AC compartment cover located on the front panel of the unit.
•Hardwire the AC load or any external AC socket to the AC Output port 3 or 4. Please verify
the HOT ‘H’ and NEUTRAL ‘N’ connection on the AC Output port.
3) Connect the AC Input GND wire to the ground terminal inside the wiring compartment.
Note: During Battery Power Mode, AC output is limited to a total of 8.3A for 1000W model, 16.7A
for 2000W model and 25.0A for 3000W model.
For 230V model:
The AC Output has two types of AC connections:
1) Use of the provided AC socket (Port 1) for AC load:

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This configuration does not require AC Output installation. Plug in the AC load to the provided
AC output socket. During the by-pass mode, the AC output is limited to 16A.
2) Use of the provided Hardwire AC Output terminal (Port 2).
•Remove AC compartment cover located on the front panel of the unit.
•Hardwire the AC load or any external AC socket to the AC Output port 2. Please verify the
LIVE ‘L’ and NEUTRAL‘N’ connection on the AC Output port.
3) Connect the AC Input GND wire to the ground terminal inside the wiring compartment.
Note: During Battery Power Mode, AC output is limited to a total of 4.3A for 1000W model or 8.7A
for 2000W model.
Remote Display Connection:
•The Remote Display on the unit is detachable. To install the remote in a different location, the
provided 6 pin standard RJ12 cable is used.
•Remove the 2 screws at the front of the Display Panel and disconnect the small RJ12 cable from
the unit.
•Install the RJ12 cable in your desired location.
•Connect one end of the RJ12 cable to the unit and the other end of the cable to the Display
Panel. Please note polarity.
Test the Inverter connection:
•Switch DC disconnect switch to ON to provide battery power to the unit.
•Switch the AC Branch circuit breaker to ON to provide AC Input power to the unit.
•The LED on display will turn on. If AC input source is available, ‘Status’ LED turns green. This
indicates the unit is running in by-pass mode meaning AC output is running from the AC input
source.
•Disconnecting the AC input source by turning OFF the AC branch circuit breaker will change the
‘Status’ LED on the display to amber.
•Both AC output and 5V USB are now available and the unit is running on battery power.
•Plug in a small AC load like a 40W table lamp or small appliance to the AC socket to verify AC is
available.
•The unit is successfully installed and functioning properly.
4. UNIT OPERATION
Auto Backup Mode (Factory default setting):
The unit is fully automatic. When utility power is available, the unit is running in AC bypass mode.
AC output is supplied from the utility. When there is a power failure from the utility or an AC source
is not available, the unit will run on battery power and the unit will generate sinewave AC output to
maintain and operate the load continuously.
Non-Backup Mode
Same as Auto Backup Mode but when there is a power failure of the utility or the AC input source
is not available, the inverter will not turn ON automatically. You are required to manually turn ON
the inverter using the ‘Power’ button.
Understanding the Display Function: