Trace Engineering TRUCK User manual

TRUCK SERIES
AC Power For Over the Road Trucks
THE POWER COMPANY ®

AC Power For Long Haul Trucks
120 VAC FROM BATTERIES
Trace Engineering is a world leading manufacturer of high
performance Inverter/Chargers. The Truck Series delivers
clean 120 VAC 60 Hz power to run standard AC equipment
from batteries. Forget the high price and poor perfor-
mance of 12 Volt appliances. Improve the quality of life on
the road and be more productive by using standard
appliances and equipment. Reduce idle time by running
from battery power and recharging from shore power.
WHAT CAN I RUN?
If it plugs into the wall, now it can run in the rig. Trace units
offer continuous power ratings from 600 to 3000 watts.
They are capable of surge power 2 to 3 times their rated
output and can hold 150% of rating for 5 to 10 minutes:
• Equipment: Tools, Electric Polisher, , Power Tools
• Electronics: Computer, TV, VCR, FAX, Stereo
• Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Coffee Maker
• Conveniences: Electric Blanket, Fans, Hair Dryer
HOW DOES AN INVERTER WORK?
Wired to the battery bank, the Inverter electronically con-
verts 12 VDC into normal household AC power. The output is
permanently wired to a power strip or standard electrical
outlets. While the engine is running the battery is charged
from the alternator and when the engine is off, equipment
continues to run for hours from the batteries. With a “shore
power” cord you can plug into any AC power (like plug-
ging in a block-heater) and the Trace unit passes AC to all
the appliances plus charges the batteries at the same time.
HOURS OF OPERATION FROM BATTERIES
How can a set of batteries run accessories for hours? Truck Series
units have very high efficiencies over their whole power range.
High efficiency means less battery is used to run loads, so the
battery power lasts longer. Moreover, when no AC loads are
running the search mode draws less than 1/2 watt so the inverter
by itself can’t run down the battery even if left “On” for days.
TV
VCR
APPLIANCES
SHORE
POWER
BATTERY BANK
ALTERNATOR
OUTLETS
TRACE
INVERTER/
CHARGER
SAFETY AND RELIABILITY
All Trace Truck Series Inverter/Chargers are UL or ETL listed to tough UL and
CSA standards for performance and safety. Charger versions include
transfer switching and ground switching to meet safety code requirements.
Trace units also include protection against short circuit, AC back-feed, over
temperature, and under/over voltage. The Truck Series has been proven in
million mile vehicles and is backed by a full two-year warranty.

AC Power Capacity
Safety and performance dictate a quality installation with high performance components
and accessories. Install Truck Series Units “out-of-sight” and keep control with a remote.
SERIES II
T2012 - T2512 - T3012
Delivering up to 3000 watts,
Series II sets the industry
standard for power, perfor-
mance and programmable
features. The built-in 3 stage
charger and 30 amp transfer switch is
standard. This larger capacity lets you run
many loads at the same time. The RC7 full function
remote can adjust all programmable settings plus ac-
cesses the built-in Battery Fuel Gauge. The fuel gauge
monitors the battery and reads in bar graph, % full or time
remaining. It also gives time left to recharge when in
charge mode.
Accessories
All the Power You Need
With models from 600 watts to 3 kilowatts, there is a unit
for any budget. The Truck Series is designed to run
serious loads like motors and microwaves. Most models
can surge up to three times rated output for starting
punch. In overload, they can deliver twice their rated
power for up to five minutes, allowing several jobs at the
same time without nuisance shut downs.
Save Your Battery
Deep discharge of your battery can leave you
stranded, and it’s the number one cause of expensive
battery replacement. The Truck Series has battery
protection which shuts down the AC output before your
battery voltage is dangerously low. So you always have
cranking power.
Transparent Connection to “Shore Power”
Whether it’s an extension cord run to the shop or a plaza
hook-up, more and more locations offer the ability to
hook up to “shore power”. The Truck Series has a built-in
30 amp transfer switch so you can plug in and every-
thing keeps running automatically. The transfer feature
meets all UL and NEC safety code requirements.
Trace Fuse Blocks offer protection
and code compliance for your
DC installation. 110, 200, 300 and
400 amp available.
SERIES I
T6112 - T1112 - T1412
Series I is intended to deliver a
tough no-nonsense machine
for tight spots and lots of
power. Perfect for under-bunk
installation and ready to hard-wire
to an AC outlet or power strip, these
units pack enough power to run most
accessories. The optional 3 stage built-in charger can
crank batteries back to full within hours (and comes
with a built-in 30 amp transfer switch). The optional
RC8 remote control means you can bury the unit and
still control it from the dashboard or living area.
RC8 Remote Control For Series I
On/Off switch and LED status/fault indicators
RC6 Remote Control For Series II
On/Off control, LEDs give DC voltage/charging current and status
lights
RC7 Full Function Programmable Remote For Series II
Backlit LCD screen gives full function programmability including
all inverter and charger set points as well as Battery Fuel Gauge.
Solid Red
Blinking Slow
Blinking Fast
Inverting or Charging
Search Mode
Error
Inverter Status
Push
On/Off
RC8 REMOTE CONTROL
RC7 Remote RC8 Remote
Menu Item
Setup
Meter
Inverter On / Off Settings
Inverter
Charge
Batt Full
Error
REMOTE CONTROL RC7

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Technical Specifications
THE POWER COMPANY ®
POWER CONVERTERS AND POWER
CONVERTER SYSTEMS FOR RECREATIONAL
VEHICLES
STANDARD UL458
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL POWER
SUPPLIES CERTIFIED TO CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO.
107-1-M1
ETL TESTING LABS. INC.
CORTLAND, N.Y.
POWER CONVERTERS/INVERTERS AND
POWER CONVERTER/INVERTER SYSTEMS
FOR LAND VEHICLES STANDARD UL458
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL POWER
SUPPLIES - CERTIFIED TO CAN/CSA-222
No. 107.1-M91
UL
®
UL
®
Model T612 T1112 T1412 T2012 T2512 T3012
Continuous Power @ 25 C 600 VA 1100 VA 1400 VA 2000 VA 2500 VA 3000 VA
Continuous Current @ 25 C 5 amps AC 9 amps AC 12 amps AC 16.6 amps AC 20.8 amps AC 28 amps AC
Maximum Current (100 mSec Record) 18 amps AC 22 amps AC 30 amps AC 39 amps AC 46 amps AC 53 amps AC
Maximum Power (Light Bulb Rating) 2500 W 3000 W 3400 W 4500 W 5200 W 6000 W
Efficiency (peak) 92% max 90% max 92% max 94% max 94% max 94% max
Input Current
Search Mode 0.045 amps 0.022 amps 0.060 amps 0.055 amps 0.070 amps 0.080 amps
At Rated Power 63 amps 120 amps 153 amps 220 amps 275 amps 330 amps
Nominal Input Voltage 12 vdc 12 vdc 12 vdc 12 vdc 12 vdc 12 vdc
Input Voltage Range 10.8-15.5 vdc 10.8-15.5 vdc 10.8-15.5 vdc 10.2-15.5 vdc 10.2-15.5 vdc 10.2-15.5 vdc
Low Battery Cutout 9.5-11.8 vdc 9.5-11.8 vdc 9.5-11.8 vdc 9.5-11.8 vdc 9.5-11.8 vdc 9.5-11.8 vdc
High Voltage Cutout 15.7 vdc 15.7 vdc 15.7 vdc 15.7 vdc 15.7 vdc 15.7 vdc
Voltage Regulation-Maximum ±2.5% typical ±2.5% typical ±2.5% typical ±5% ±5% ±5%
Voltage Regulation-Minimum ±2.5% ±2.5% ±2.5% ±2.5% ±2.5% ±2.5%
Output Waveform Modified sine Modified sine Modified sine Modified sine Modified sine Modified sine
Power Factor Allowed 0 to 1 0 to 1 0 to 1 -1 to +1 -1 to +1 -1 to +1
Frequency Regulation 60 Hz ±.01% 60 Hz ±.01% 60 Hz ±.01% 60 Hz ±.04% 60 Hz ±.04% 60 Hz ±.04%
Standard Output Voltage 120 vac 120 vac 120 vac 120 vac 120 vac 120 vac
Automatic Transfer Relay 30 amps 30 amps 30 amps 30 amps 30 amps 30 amps
Battery Charger 25 amps 50 amps 50 amps 100 amps 120 amps 140 amps
Environmental Characteristics SERIES I & SERIES II
Enclosure Type Indoor, ventilated, steel chassis with powdercoat finish
Specified Temperature Range 32oF to 104oF (0oC to + 40oC) (Output will meet specified tolerances)
Allowed Operating Temperature Range -40oF to 140oF (-40oC to + 60oC) (output may not meet specified tolerances)
Dimensions (10.5" high, 15.5" wide, 6" deep) (13.125" high, 7.125" wide, 13.875" deep)
Mounting Wall or Shelf Mount
SERIES I SERIES II