Renogy PGH1-10111S User manual

1000W | 2000W | 3000W Version 2.1
BATTERY
POWER
INVERTERS

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This manual contains important safety, installation, and operating instructions for the
inverter. The following symbols are used throughout the manual:
Inverter Safety
The inverters are suitable for 12V Battery Banks ONLY.
ALWAYS make sure inverter is in OFF position and disconnect all AC and DC
connecting when working on any circuit associated with the inverter.
NEVER connect the AC output of the unit directly to an Electrical Breaker Panel/ Load
Centre which is also fed from the utility power / generator.
When connecting battery terminals, ensure the polarity of the battery connections is
correct. Incorrect polarity may cause permanent damage to the unit.
Be careful when touching bare terminals of capacitors as they may retain high lethal
voltages even after power is removed.
Installation and wiring must comply with the Local and National Electric Codes (NEC) and
must be done by a certified technician.
Read all of the instructions and cautions in the manual before beginning the installation.
There are no serviceable parts for this inverter. Do NOT disassemble or attempt to repair the inverter.
Make sure all connections going into and from the inverter are tight. There may be sparks
when making connections, therefore, make sure there are not flammable materials or gases
near installation.
Important Safety Instructions
Please save these instructions.
Indicates a potentially dangerous condition. Use extreme caution when
performing this task.
Indicates a critical procedure for safe and proper operation of the inverter.
Indicates a procedure or function that is important to the safe and
proper operation of the inverter.
NOTE
CAUTION
WARNING
General Safety Information

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Do NOT let the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery touch each other.
Use Sealed Lead Acid, AGM, Flooded, Gel, or Lithium batteries which must be deep cycle.
Explosive battery gases may be present while charging. Be certain there is enough
ventilation to release the gases.
Be careful when working with large lead acid batteries. Wear eye protection and have fresh
water available in case there is contact with the battery acid.
Over-charging and excessive gas precipitation may damage the battery plates and activate
material shedding on them. Too high of an equalizing charge or too long of one may cause
damage. Please carefully review the specific requirements of the battery used in the system.
Battery Safety
The unit should be installed in a well-ventilated, cool, and dry environment. Make
sure the fans of the unit and the ventilation holes are not blocked.
Do not expose the unit to rain, moisture, snow, or liquids of any type.
Installation Safety

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General Information
Product Overview
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05
Table of Contents
Operation
Identification of Parts (AC Side)
Identification of Parts (DC Side)
Included Components
Wiring
Grounding
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06
08
Product Description 04
Sizing your Battery Bank 10
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11
DC Wiring 11
AC Wiring 15
Fusing 16
17
Optional Components
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Installation 09
Location Recommendations 10
AC Side Operation 19
Troubleshooting
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
20
LED Overview 19
Wired Remote 19
DIP Switches 19
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General Information
Pure Sine Wave
Key Features
Product Description
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The Renogy PGH1 inverter transforms the DC power stored in batteries into standard
household AC power for consumer electronic needs. It features an ECO power-saving
mode in order to conserve your system's energy and even has a switch to change the
frequency between 50Hz/60hz. As a pure sine wave inverter, it is capable of producing
cleaner, smoother, quieter, and more reliable electricity to operate fans, lights, and other
electronics without interference.
The Renogy Power Inverters output a pure sine wave similar to the waveform of the grid
power. In a pure sine wave, the voltage rises and falls in a smooth fashion with very low
harmonic distortion and cleaner utility-like power.
This gives users stable enough power to operate tools, fans, lights, computers, and other
electronics without any interference. Pure sine wave inverters are in many cases more
efficient, allowing users to use less energy and allow for more device capability. The main
advantage to pure sine wave inverters is that they are used to operate sensitive electronic
devices that require a high quality waveform with little harmonic distortion. Almost any
electronic device could be powered using a pure sine wave inverter.
Robust and sleek design
Pure sine wave output（THD＜3%）
Excellent Surge Rating: 2x the Power Rating
Optimized for 12VDC system voltage
Easy-to-read LED indicator display
Multiple protection features(LVD,HVD,AC Overload and Over Temperature)
Clean power for safe operation of sensitive electronics
Power Saving Mode to conserve energy
Time(Seconds)
Amplitude(Volts)
Pure(Sine Wavefom)
200
150
100
50
0
-50
-100
-150
-200
-0.02 -0.015 0.015-0.01 0.01-0.005 0 0.005 0.02

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Product Overview
Identification of Parts (AC Side)
Figure 1: 3000W Inverter
1. Power LED (Green) - Solid Green indicates normal power on operation. Flashing Green
indicates inverter is powered in ECO power saving mode and is pulsing.
2. GF LED (Yellow) - Indicates an interruption in the circuit. Shut down the inverter to clear or
review AC wiring. The inverter does not have Neutral and Ground bonded. Refer to
Troubleshooting.
3. Fault LED (Red) + Alarm - Solid Red light indicates a system fault due to either overheating,
overload, undervoltage, or over-voltage. Alarm sounding is typical for a low battery voltage.
Refer to Troubleshooting.
5. ON/OFF/REM Power Button - Main power button that can switch between ON, Off, or be in
Remote control mode.
7. Communication Port (RS485) - Optional port for connecting the BT-2 Module (Model:
RCM-BT2) or Monitoring Screen (Model: RMS-PGH). Requires separate purchase.
8. AC Outlets - Directly plug in AC appliances. Utilize up to 8.3Amps (1000W) or up to 15amps
(2000W/3000W).
9. AC Terminal Block (Covered) - Use the terminal block to utilize the full wattage in 110V AC
50Hz/60Hz for the 2000W/3000W models. 1000W model can use full wattage using the AC outlets.
6. Remote Port - Connect the included wired remote onto this port.
4. DIP Switches (Frequency/Power Saver) - Adjust the frequency or ECO power saver mode.
1 2 3
5
4
9 8 7 6
AC OUTPUT AC OUTPUT
L N G
ON OFF REM.
REMOTE
ECO
GF
COMM.
50Hz
60Hz Nor.

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1. 12VDC M8 Negative Battery Terminal - Negative 12V DC is written above the terminal.
3. 12VDC M8 Positive Battery Terminal - Positive 12V DC is written above the terminal.
4. M4 Grounding Lug - Connect to grounding point which will vary depending on install.
2. Ventilation Fans - Automatic fans that dissipate heat inside the inverter. They that are
temperature controlled.
Identification of Parts (DC Side)
Figure 2: 3000W Inverter
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Dimensions
290.0mm
[13.4in]
[11.4in] 71.0mm
[2.8in]
1.5mm
[0.1in]
193.0mm
[7.6in]
166.0mm
[6.5in]
1000W
2000W
3000W
249.0mm
234.5mm
96.0mm
[3.8in]
242.3mm
[9.5in]
[9.2in]
[9.8in]
29,3
54,2
8,9
AC OUTPUT
L N G
ON OFF REM.
REMOTE
ECO
GF
COMM.
50Hz 60Hz Nor.
AC OUTPUT AC OUTPUT
L N G
ON OFF REM.
REMOTE
ECO
GF
COMM.
50Hz 60Hz Nor.
AC OUTPUT AC OUTPUT
L N G
ON OFF REM.
REMOTE
ECO
GF
COMM.
50Hz 60Hz Nor.
340.0mm
351.5mm
[15.8in]
[12.4in]
401.0mm
423.5mm
[18.6in]
[16.7in]
472.5mm
290.3mm
[11.4in]
96.0mm
[3.8in]
249.0mm
234.5mm
[9.2in]
[9.8in]

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The Wired Remote Control for the inverter gives
users the opportunity to power on/off the inverter
from a distance. Giving you approximately 16.4ft of
distance, simply connect the cable to the REMOTE
port on the PGH unit. Make sure the inverter switch
is flipped to REM and the wired remote power
button is unpressed. When connected, press the
wired remote's power button to turn on the inverter.
The PGH1 inverter will include a wired remote controller that can power the inverter ON or
OFF. In addition, the 1000W and 2000W models will include inverter cables.
Inverter Model Gauge
1000W 4 AWG
2000W 4 AWG * 2
3000W Cables not included. 4/0 Recommended
Included Components
Wired Remote Control
The RMS-PGH is a high precision meter designed
for the PGH1 Power Saving Inverter Series. Utilize
the 2-key input to easily navigate through your
system information as well as identify any error
codes. You can also use the main push button to
power your inverter on/off at your convenience.
The RMS-PGH is the perfect monitor companion to
optimize any solar-inverter system!
Optional Components
Monitoring Screen
(Model: RMS-PGH)

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Never install the inverter in a sealed enclosure with flooded batteries. Gas can
accumulate and there is a risk of explosion.
The inverter should be mounted to a solid horizontal base. Vertical
installations need to ensure clearance of fans for proper cooling. Never
mount the inverter upside down due to lack of heat dissipation.
Cool, dry, well-ventilated area —
Heat is the worst enemy for electronic equipment.
Inverters must be in an area where the fans are not blocked or where they are not hit
directly by the sun. They should be in an area free of any kind of moisture and allow for
clearance of at least 10” around the unit to provide for adequate ventilation.
Protection against fire hazard — the unit should be away from any flammable
material, liquids, or any other combustible material. The unit can spark and the
consequences could be severe.
Close proximity to battery bank— prevent excessive voltage drop by keeping the unit
close to the battery bank and having a properly sized wire going from the battery bank
to the inverter.
Limiting electromagnetic interference (EMI) — ensure the inverter is firmly grounded
to a building, vehicle, or earth grounded. Keep the inverter away from EMI receptors
such as TVs, radios, and other audio/visual electronics to prevent damage/interference
to the equipment.
Secure inverter —the inverter could be stand alone or mounted using the outlying
terminals on the inverter.
Installation
Location Recommendations
Ensure installation follows the following guidelines:
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Make sure inverter is in the off position before connecting anything.
Do not over tighten the terminals. This could potentially damage the unit.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Do not install the inverter in the same compartment as the battery bank
because it could serve as a potential fire hazard.

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Determine your Watts (Amps * Volts)— every electronic will have a sticker or plate
identifying the watts directly (W) or will show you the voltage value (V) as well as amperage
(A) which need to be multiplied to get Watts. The formula is below:
Sizing your Battery Bank
Battery types and capacity relate to overall inverter performance. To size a battery bank, you
need to identify the loads that you will be utilizing, as well as an estimate (hours/day) you will be
using the load. The inverter is only compatible with 12V battery banks and oversizing should be
considered due to efficiency losses.
NOTE
You will need a battery charging source as this is a non-charging inverter and will
only work to deplete the battery.
A 115Ah battery bank, or close, will be able to support a 12-hour run time while also prolonging
battery life for the best system size possible.
NOTE
This is an example and actual quantities vary by battery capacity and rates of
discharge.
Watts (W) = Volts (V) * Amps (A)
Fan Watts = 120V * 0.4A = 48Watts
1.
Estimate Load Run-Time in Watt-Hours (Wh)—
Estimate how many hours per day you
will be using the load and multiply this by your Watts per load.
Fan Watts * 12 hours = Watt-Hour (Wh)
46W * 12h = 576Wh
2.
Determine Battery Capacity in Amp-Hour (Ah)—
Divide your Load Run Watt-Hour result
by the battery voltage. This inverter is 12V, so we will use this as the reference:
Load Run-Time (Wh) / Battery Voltage (V) = Amp-Hour (Ah)
576Wh / 12V = 48 Ah
3.
Oversize the Battery—
The calculated Amp-Hour value represents the minimum size
battery capacity to run your load for your intended time. Note that this assumes 100% use
of a battery, which is not recommended. Assuming 50% depth of discharge (DoD), you
want to divide by this value and then multiply by a factor of 1.25 to account for some
efficiency losses.
(Amp-Hour / DoD%) * Efficiency Losses = Recommended Amp-Hour
(48Ah / 50% DoD) * 1.2 = Approx. 115Ah
4.

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NOTE
Damage to the Renogy inverters due to reverse polarity is NOT covered by warranty.
The input terminals of the inverters have large capacitors connected to them. Once
a positive and negative wire are connected to the terminals, it will complete the
circuit, and commence drawing a heavy current momentarily. As a result, there may
be a sparking occurring even if the inverter is in the off position. To minimize
sparking, it is recommended that the user have the appropriate size wire feeding into
the inverters and/or install an external fuse leading into the inverter.
Do not over-tighten the M8 DC Terminals. The recommended torque is 12 ~ 16N-m
/ 105.9 ~ 141.5 lbf-in
Grounding
DC Wiring
The Renogy Pure Sine Wave Inverters are suitable for 12V battery bank systems ONLY.
Not following the minimum DC requirement will cause irreversible damage to the unit.
WARNING
At no point should the chassis ground and the neutral conductor of the inverter be
bonded. Bonding the chassis ground and the neutral conductor of the inverter or
connecting the inverter to household or recreational AC distribution wiring will
damage the unit and void the warranty.
WARNING
CAUTION
Be careful of the positive and negative poles. Reversing the poles might cause
permanent damage to the inverter. It will surely blow the internal fuse.
If available, the chassis ground lug should be connected to a ground point such as a vehicle
chassis or boat grounding system. In fixed locations, connect the ground lug to earth ground.
The connections to ground must be tight and against bare metal. Whether using the inverter in
a mobile application, such as an RV, or in a building, grounding is highly recommended. The
recommended wire size for grounding is 14AWG (1000W), 12AWG (2000W), and 10 AWG
(3000W) insulated copper strand wire.
The neutral (common) is not bonded to the chassis ground. Therefore, when chassis is
connected to ground, the neutral conductor is not grounded. At no point should the chassis
ground and the neutral conductor of the inverter be bonded. Bonding the chassis ground and
the neutral conductor of the inverter or connecting the inverter to household AC distribution
wiring will damage the unit and void the warranty. For more information regarding grounding,
users and/or installers must consult with the Local and National Electric Codes (NEC) for more
specific grounding regulations and suggestions as they can change per scenario.
CAUTION
Do not over-tighten the M4 Ground Screw. The recommended torque is 1.5~2.0N-m
/ 13~18.2 lbf-in
Wiring

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Make sure your battery bank is rated for 12V. Batteries that are 6V may be put in series to
create a 12V battery bank. 12V batteries may be connected in parallel prior to connecting to the
inverter DC terminals. When joining batteries together, they must be the same chemistry,
voltage, and are also recommended to be the same level prior to combining.
12V: 2 X 6V Series
12V: 2 X 12V Parallel

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1.Flip inverter power to OFF position (on AC side)

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2.Remove Cap, then unscrew inverter terminals and connect battery connections. Then tighten.

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NOTE
AC Wiring
All AC Wiring should be approved by an electrician for RV or Marine applications. Do not
connect the AC Output to a power source like a generator/shore power. Irreversible
damage may occur.
Do not over-tighten the screws in the AC Terminal Cover or Terminal Block. The
recommended torque for the M3 terminal cover screws is .64 ~ 1.0N-m / 5.7 ~ 9.1 lbf-in
The recommended torque for the M4 terminal block is Max 0.98N-m / 8.7 lbf-in
You can plug your AC loads directly into the receptacles on the
inverter’s AC Side. You can also hardwire (permanently connect)
the AC output from the AC hardwire terminal through the AC
knockout into a load sub-panel or additional AC outlets powered
by the inverter. From left to right, the terminal block indicates:
Live/Hot (L), Neutral (N), and Ground (G).
WARNING
Live Neutral Ground
Red Green
Black
White
Light Grey Bare
Brown
Blue
Typical Colors for AC Wiring

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Model Fuse Minimum AWG Minimum
1000W 100A
2000W 200A
3000W 300A
4 AWG
2 AWG
4/0
Fusing
The following are recommended fuse minimums:

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LED Behavior Meaning
Power (Green)
GF (Yellow)
Solid The inverter is powered on (normal mode)
Inverter Overheating
Inverter Overload
Inverter Undervoltage
Inverter Overvoltage
Solid
Slow Flash
Operation
AC Side Operation
LED Overview
1.Connect electronic devices to electrical socket(s) on
inverter. Flip inverter power to ON position (on AC side)
2. When finished, switch AC devices off FIRST, then turn
off inverter switch
4. To power down, turn off the device first then proceed to
shut down the inverter
3. Turn the device’s power switch on to begin normal use
CAUTION
Avoid connecting powered on Devices before connecting to the inverter. Devices
in the ON position may trigger an overload as they might have a high initial startup
power when first connecting to the inverter.
Assuming proper connection, the inverter is now ready for use. To operate using the AC
Outlets:
The inverter has 3 LEDs that dictate different events: Power, Ground fault, and Fault.
Eco power saving mode. The inverter will pulse to
detect any AC loads above 50W.
Ground fault detection of an unintentional electric path
diverting current to ground.
Fault (Red)
+ Alarm Solid

AC OUTPUT AC OUTPUT
L N G
ON OFF REM.
REMOTE
ECO
GF
COMM.
50Hz
60Hz Nor.
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Wired Remote
CAUTION
The wired remote will only operate when REM mode is pressed on the inverter.
The wired remote control is an alternative way to power on or off your inverter from a
distance. To operate:
1.Make sure the push button on the wired remote is not pressed
2.Flip the inverter switch to REM mode
3.Connect the remote wire to the REMOTE port on the inverter model
4.To confirm success, press the power button to power on the inverter via remote.

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Power Mode
Solid Power On
Power LED AC Load ≤ 50W
Power On
AC Load > 50W
Normal
Pulsing Idle Power OnECO
DIP Switches
The DIP switches allow you to control the inverter’s ac output frequency or power up in an
ECO power saving mode. For DIP switch changes to take effect you must:
You can change your AC output frequency between 50Hz or 60Hz depending on your
location. By default, the USA uses 60Hz.
1.Shut down the inverter via power button or remote
2.Make the desired dip switch change
3.Power On the inverter via power button or remote
4.DIP Switch changes have taken effect
Frequency DIP Switch
ECO mode is a battery saver mode. When on, the inverter will search for a load by sending
a pulse every 2~3 seconds to the AC outlets. The Power LED will also pulse. Loads that are
50Watts or less will not be powered on and the inverter will remain in this mode until 50W or
greater is detected or until it is manually shutdown.
ECO Mode