Tundra E-1000 User manual

Owner Manual
POWER INVERTERS
E1000 / E1500 / E2000 / E2000GF (GFCI)
HD1200 / HD1800 / HD2500
HDi1800 / HDi3000
ONLY install using
appropriate Tundra
CM Series installation kit
(http://www.tundrainternational.com/en/pages/cmseries)

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Table of contents
1INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................................................3
1.1 Disclaimer..................................................................................................................................................................3
1.2 Output waveform.......................................................................................................................................................3
2FRONT PANEL / REAR PANEL & REMOTE CONTROL....................................................................4
2.1 Front panel (E1000)...................................................................................................................................................4
2.2 Front panel (E1500 - E2000).....................................................................................................................................4
2.3 Front panel (E2000GF / With Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter).............................................................................4
2.4 Front panel (HD1200 –HD1800 –HD2500 –HDi1800 –HDi3000).......................................................................5
2.5 Rear panel (all models)..............................................................................................................................................5
2.6 LCD remote control (all models except E1000)........................................................................................................6
2.6.1 Display................................................................................................................................................................6
2.6.2 Fault codes (you may refer to section 6 for more details):.................................................................................7
3PERMANENT INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................7
3.1 Where to install..........................................................................................................................................................8
3.2 Mounting the inverter ................................................................................................................................................9
3.3 Battery cables.............................................................................................................................................................9
3.4 Strain reliefs installation............................................................................................................................................9
3.5 Ground (not the negative)..........................................................................................................................................9
3.6 Battery cables installation / Inside the cab...............................................................................................................10
3.7 Battery cables installation / Outside the cab............................................................................................................10
3.8 DC fuse installation .................................................................................................................................................11
3.9 Battery connections .................................................................................................................................................11
4OPERATIONS..............................................................................................................................................12
4.1 Operating limits.......................................................................................................................................................12
4.2 Trouble loads - Television & CB radio interference ...............................................................................................12
4.3 Trouble loads - Medical equipment.........................................................................................................................13
4.4 Trouble loads - Microwave......................................................................................................................................13
4.5 Trouble loads - Tools...............................................................................................................................................13
5MAINTENANCE .........................................................................................................................................13
6TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................................................................................................14
7SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................................................16
7.1 E SERIES ................................................................................................................................................................16
7.2 HD SERIES.............................................................................................................................................................17
7.3 HDi SERIES............................................................................................................................................................18

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8LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY.......................................................................................................19
1INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and reliable power inverters of the industry.
Incorporating the latest technologies, it will deliver years of trouble free operation for your truck, boat, RV or
other “OFF Grid” system.
1) In order to get the most out of your inverter, the installation procedure must be followed carefully.
Please thoroughly read this manual before installing and using your new inverter. It is important to
pay special attention to the CAUTION and WARNING statements in this manual as well as on the
inverter.
2) The electrical current at the input and output of your inverter may cause severe personal injury;
make certain that you have read and understood all the sections of this manual before installing and
using your inverter.
3) The inverter produces an electrical current similar to what’s found in most North American homes,
with all the accompanying hazards.
4) Be sure to install the product out of the reach of children.
5) Should the inverter be exposed to rain, moisture, or strong impact, have it inspected by a qualified
technician before use.
1.1 Disclaimer
The electrical code varies depending on location and the type of installation. Electrical installations must meet
local and national wiring codes and should be performed by a qualified electrician. Tundra International Inc. is
not liable for any incidental, consequential or other damages arising from the use, misuse or operation of this
product; including, without limitation, damages resulting from loss of use, cost of removal, installation, or
troubleshooting. All Tundra products specifications are subject to change without notice.
1.2 Output waveform
The AC output generated by your inverter is designed to provide a regulated RMS (Root Mean Square) output of
120 Volt/60Hz and its waveform is called a “Modified Sine Wave.” It is a stepped waveform suitable for most
AC loads and designed to have characteristics similar to sine waves delivered by public utility power services.
To read the output voltage correctly, you must use a true RMS reading voltmeter. Most AC voltmeters are
calibrated to read the average value of the waveform rather than the RMS value. Inappropriate meters may not
read the modified sine wave correctly (2-20 Volts lower than the actual value).

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2FRONT PANEL / REAR PANEL & REMOTE CONTROL
2.1 Front panel (E1000)
ON/OFF switch: The E 1000 features one ON/OFF switch on the front panel. The ON/OFF switch is
turning the inverter’s control circuit ON and OFF. It does not disconnect power from the
inverter; you must disconnect the AC (120 Volt) and DC (12 Volt) power before working
on any circuits connected to the inverter. When the front panel switch is ON but no power
is being supplied to a load, the inverter draws less than 500 mA. 500 mA is a very low
current draw but left in this state the inverter will eventually drain your batteries until its
automatic shutdown at 11 Volt (see 4.1). When the front panel switch is OFF, the inverter
draw is Ø (zero).
AC Outlets: The maximum output of your inverter is assumed to go through any of the two AC outlets.
CAUTION! Leave in the OFF position during the installation.
2.2 Front panel (E1500 - E2000)
ON/OFF switch: The E Series 1500 & 2000 features one ON/OFF switch located on the remote control.
The ON/OFF switch is turning the inverter’s control circuit ON and OFF. It does not
disconnect power from the inverter; you must disconnect the AC (120 Volt) and DC
(12 Volt) power before working on any circuits connected to the inverter. When the
switch is ON but no power is being supplied to a load, the inverter draws less than 500
mA. 500 mA is a very low current draw but left in this state the inverter will eventually
drain your batteries until its automatic shutdown at 11 Volt (see 4.1). When the switch is
OFF, the inverter draw is Ø (zero).
AC Outlets: The maximum output of your inverter is assumed to go through the two AC outlets. Do
not exceed 1800w or 15A by outlet. It may result in extensive damages to your inverter
and lead to injuries.
CAUTION! Leave in the OFF position during the installation.
2.3 Front panel (E2000GF / With Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)
ON/OFF switch: The E2000GF features one ON/OFF switch located on the remote control. The ON/OFF
switch is turning the inverter’s control circuit ON and OFF. It does not disconnect power
from the inverter; you must disconnect the AC (120 Volt) and DC (12 Volt) power
before working on any circuits connected to the inverter. When the switch is ON but
no power is being supplied to a load, the inverter draws less than 500 mA. 500 mA is a
very low current draw but left in this state the inverter will eventually drain your batteries
until its automatic shutdown at 11 Volt (see 4.1). When the switch is OFF, the inverter
draw is Ø (zero).
AC Outlets: The maximum output of your inverter is assumed to go through any of the two AC outlets
of the GFCI receptacle.

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CAUTION! Leave in the OFF position during the installation.
2.4 Front panel (HD1200 –HD1800 –HD2500 –HDi1800 –HDi3000)
ON/OFF switch: The ON/OFF switch located on the remote control (factory installed on the inverter front
panel) turns the inverter’s control circuit ON and OFF. It does not disconnect power
from the inverter; you must disconnect the AC (120 Volt) and DC (12 Volt) power
before working on any circuits connected to the inverter. When the switch is ON but
no power is being supplied to a load, the inverter draws less than 500 mA. This is a very
low current draw but left in this state the inverter will eventually drain your batteries
until its automatic shutdown at 11 Volt (10 Volt for HDi) (see 4.3). When the switch is
OFF, the inverter draw is Ø (zero).
AC Outlets: The maximum output of your inverter is assumed to go through the two AC outlets.
Never exceed 1800w (or 15A) per outlet. It may result in extensive damages to your
inverter and lead to injuries.
Hard wire outlet: HD & HDi models are also equipped with one hard wire outlet which can be used as the
only output socket up to the maximum capacity of the inverter.
CAUTION! Leave inverter in the OFF position during the installation.
2.5 Rear panel (all models)
Chassis ground screw: The inverter has a lug on the rear panel to perform a grounding procedure (when
required) to derive AC leaks to ground in case of malfunctioning. Refer to section 3.5
for more details.
Fan(s):In order for the inverter to properly operate, the fan(s) opening must never be obstructed. Allow at least 6
inches (15.2 cm) of clearance around the inverter for airflow. All fans are thermostatic and operate upon the
interior temperature of the inverter.
CAUTION! Fan(s) will continue to run even if the inverter is on shutdown.

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2.6 LCD remote control (all models except E1000)
Your new inverter is equipped with an LCD remote control. During normal operation of the inverter, the remote
will display a number of information to allow its user to better understand the operational limits of the inverter.
The information displayed can be used to obtain maximum performances as well as troubleshooting.
On HD and HDi Series the remote control is factory installed on the front panel, but detachable. It allows
mounting of the inverter out of sight. The remote can be mounted remotely using the included hardware and the
19.7 feet cord (6m).
2.6.1 Display
Input DC volt: Displays the voltage at the inverter’s input terminal. Usually this voltage is very close to
the actual battery voltage and the difference, if any, is caused by the resistance in the
cables and connections. A regular maintenance will contribute to minimize the possible
resistance.
Battery capacity: Displays an estimation of the “state of charge of the batteries” within the operation limits
of your inverter (refer to section 4).
Load: Displays “real time” consumption in Watt (when greater than 50W).
Fault light: Announces a faulty condition such as: low or high battery voltage, over temperature and
overload. An audible alarm will sound announcing the faulty condition.

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2.6.2 Fault codes (you may refer to section 6 for more details):
OVR TEMP
Indicates the inverter internal circuitry has
reached a critical temperature limit and must
shutdown. This is likely to happen in very hot
temperature periods only. Once the temperature
will drop enough to allow a safe operation, the
inverter will resume automatically.
ERR LOW
Indicates the battery capacity has reached its
lower limit (11.0 Volt for E and HD / 10.0 Volt
for HDi) and must shutdown. This is likely to
happen when batteries are discharged or when the
installation is either inappropriate or requires
maintenance. Once the battery voltage will rise
above 13.2 Volt for at least 2 seconds, the
inverter will resume automatically.
ERR HIGH
Indicates the battery voltage has reached its
higher limit (15 volt) and must shutdown. This is
likely to happen when the alternator is faulty and
requires maintenance. Once the battery voltage
will drop below 15 volt for at least 2 seconds, the
inverter will resume automatically.
OVR LOAD
Indicates the inverter has reached its maximum
output capacity (Wattage) and must shutdown.
This is likely to happen when the total
consumption (Wattage) is too high for the model
you chose. Once the consumption will back down
within the operation limits of your model, the
inverter will resume automatically.
3PERMANENT INSTALLATION
The use of the Tundra International CM SERIES installation kits is strongly recommended.
These complete installation kits are custom designed to maximize the performances of our inverters and to
promote the safest possible installation. It also helps eliminate the difficult task of sourcing the right material
and to cut down on installation costs and time.
MAKE SURE TO USE THE RIGHT INSTALLATION KIT –YOU MAY REFER TO THE HEREAFTER
SECTION OF OUR WEBSITE TO SELECT THE RIGHT KIT FOR YOUR INVERTER AND YOUR
APPLICATION: http://www.tundrainternational.com/en/pages/cmseries
* MORE THAN 30 MODELS ARE AVAILABLE

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CM SERIES installation kit content
-High quality cables - 6 to 12ft./pole (1.83 to 3.7m./pole) depending on the chosen kit
-Tin plated terminal lugs - crimped and color coded from factory
-2 PVC strain reliefs - to safely run the cables through sheet metal floors
-Fuse kit - 1 CNL fuse rated for the chosen inverter and 1 holder
-Plastic “loom” tubing - to protect the cables from road hazards and other possible wear
-High endurance plastic cable ties - to secure the cables from one end to the other
-Hardware kit - includes all the required metal clamps and screws
Recommended tools
-Hole saw for metal - Drill bit set for metal
-Screw driver set - Open end wrench set
-Side cutters - Power drill
CAUTION! Before installation, make sure that the inverter is turned “OFF.”
3.1 Where to install
Your inverter should be installed in a location that meets the following requirements:
-Safe Power inverters may produce sparks that can result in fire if exposed to flammable vapors.
Find a location away from any kind of flammable liquids or flammable material. Never
install the inverter in the same compartment as the batteries.
-Safe A malfunction or accidental liquid spill may result in severe injuries or death. Always
install the inverter in an isolated compartment, away from direct contact with persons.
-Dry Keep the inverter away from any sort of liquid, rain, snow or other sources of moisture.
The electricity produced by the inverter may spark which may result in severe injuries or
death.
-Cool Ambient air temperature should be between 32 and 131 degrees Fahrenheit (0 and 55o
Celsius). A sudden and heavy load while the inverter’s temperature is below the freezing
point may result in permanent damages on the inverter. Operating it above 131 degrees
Fahrenheit (55°C) may cause the inverter to overheat and shut down.
-Ventilated Ensure that the unit is located in a well-ventilated compartment. At least 6 inches
(15.2cm) of clearance are required around the inverter for air flow. Verify that all
ventilation openings on the unit (front and rear panels) are not obstructed.
CAUTION! To avoid fire hazards and/or overheating, do not cover or obstruct any ventilation
openings. Do not install the inverter in a zero clearance compartment.
-Close to batteries: Install the inverter as close as possible to the batteries (but not in the same compartment)
in order to minimize the cable length required to connect the inverter to the batteries. It is
better and cheaper to run a longer AC cord (between the inverter and your appliances)
than DC cables (between the inverter and the batteries). The distance between your
inverter and the batteries should never exceed 12 feet (3.7m).

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WARNING! This equipment contains components that may produce arcs or sparks. To reduce the
risk of fire or explosion, do not install in a compartment containing batteries or
flammable materials, or in a location that requires ignition protected equipment.
3.2 Mounting the inverter
The inverter must be mounted on a flat and even surface using the mounting flanges. Mounting hardware should
be corrosion resistant, and strong enough to support the weight of the inverter. The inverter may be mounted on
a vertical surface (the fans’ opening must not point down) or on a horizontal surface. Upside down installation
will damage your inverter.
If your inverter is equipped with a remote control, it is the right time to think about where to install it so you can
run the jack at this stage of the installation.
3.3 Battery cables
Proper wiring is very important for safe and proper operation of the inverter. Because a power inverter has a low
voltage / high current input, low resistance wiring and connections between the batteries and the inverter are
essential in order to deliver the maximum amount of usable energy to your loads.
Our CM series installation kits are made with premium quality welding cables and of the proper gauge for
maximum connectivity between the batteries and your inverter. Keep the cable length as short as possible by
selecting the kit with the required cable length. This will ensure that the overall system efficiency will be as high
as possible.
3.4 Strain reliefs installation
Close to the inverter, prepare to drill two holes (about 3 inches apart (7.6cm) in the truck’s floor to install the
two strain reliefs already installed on the DC cables. On a truck with a “sleeper”- be careful not to drill on cab
cross-members as it may weaken the cabin structure. Also, be careful not to drill into hoses (Coolant or AC).
Drill 1/8” pilot holes first to confirm you are in a convenient location to drill the larger holes. Strain reliefs vary
in size upon the inverter capacity. Make sure to use the right size hole saw.
3.5 Ground (not the negative)
The inverter housing must be connected to the chassis or to a metallic panel connected to the chassis. This
grounding procedure conforms to most electrical codes that require to derived AC sources to ground in case of
malfunctioning. Most cab structures allowing for a strong install point for an inverter are generally linked to the
chassis of the vehicle. For this reason, NO GROUNDING material is included in the CM Series installation kits.
To make sure that your inverter is grounded properly, run a 12 volt test light from the positive terminal of your
battery to your inverter mounting point; if the light comes on, your installation is OK. If not, use the lug on the
rear panel and a #8 AWG copper cable to connect the inverter to a good grounding point.
WARNING! Do not connect the ground lug to the negative input of the inverter. It will not provide the
adequate level of safety required by most electrical codes.

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Installation schema
3.6 Battery cables installation / Inside the cab
Insert the cables through the holes you just drilled in order to permanently install the strain reliefs. Tighten the
nuts firmly using pliers or a wrench. Do not over tighten! Insert the include rubber insulators on the cables.
Install cables on DC inputs of the inverter respecting the polarities. RED = POSITIVE (+) / BLACK =
NEGATIVE (-). Install the rubber insulators. Adjust the cable length between the strain reliefs and the inverter
DC input in order to allow minimal movement of the cables and consequently reduce the stress on the inverter’s
inputs. Install cable clamps to avoid unnecessary vibration.
3.7 Battery cables installation / Outside the cab
Starting from underneath the cab (from the strain reliefs), insert ALL the remaining portion of the battery cables
in the plastic loom tubing. Run both cables together (tied together using the plastic cable ties) toward the
batteries using the metal clamps and cross members as support.
CAUTION! This step requires skill and carefulness. Cables must be strongly attached so they
don’t rub on anything sharp and away from exhaust pipes, AC lines, coolant lines.
WARNING! If your truck is equipped with an Air Ride system, cables must be able to move along
with the cab. Make sure to leave a “half a loop” of cable at the intersection where the
cables are linked between the cab and the battery box.