Victron energy Multiplus User manual

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TDS |QUICK GUIDE
Victron MultiPlus
Inverter/Charger Battery Back-Up - 500VA to 1600VA
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Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1RH
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Opening Hours:
Monday to Thursday 8:00am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Revision 1.0 - 17th November 2021

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IMPORTANT
This Quick Guide should be read in conjunction with the Victron Installation Manual that is included
within the product packaging. If the Victron manual is not within the packaging, please download from
the Victron website at the following addresses:
500VA & 800VA - www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/Manual-MultiPlus-500VA-1200VA-EN-NL-
FR-DE-ES-IT.pdf
1600VA - www.victronenergy.com/upload/documents/Manual-MultiPlus-1600VA-EN-NL-FR-DE-ES-IT.pdf
Technical data as well as information on ancillary products and typical installation examples can be found
within the Newton Technical Data Sheet.
The following sections are included withing the Victron Installation Manual and these should be read in
full before using this Quick Guide:
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• General
• Installation
• Transport and Storage
2. DESCRIPTION
• General
• Battery Charger
3. OPERATION
• On / Off / Charger-only Switch
• Remote control
• LED Indications
4. INSTALLATION
• Location
• Connection of the Battery cables
• Connection of the AC cabling
• Optional Connections
5. CONFIGURATION
• Standard settings: ready for use
• Explanation of settings
• Conguration by computer
• Conguration with DIP switches
6. MAINTENANCE
7. TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
8. TECHNICAL DATA
INTRODUCTION

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INCLUDED WITHIN THE PACKAGING
The inverter is supplied in two boxes. Within the larger box is the inverter. Within the second box are
the ancillary products that are required for installation of the inverter. The battery(s) are be supplied in
separate packaging.
DC CABLE SET:
• 1 x Positive DC cable - Red - 1.0m
• 1 x Positive DC cable - Red - 0.5m
• 1 x Negative DC cable - Black - 1.7m
• DC Isolator switch
• Battery Terminal covers, correctly sized for each inverter
PROTECTION OF AC OUT FROM INVERTER
• RCD Fused Spur - 30 mA - 40 ms - with back box - Timeguard Valiance RCD10WPVN
• AC Isolator switch
NOTES
• The DC Cables are not connected to the unit but are instead supplied loose within the packaging as
described above
• The negative (Black) DC cable is pre-tted with stud-connectors to the battery connection end of the
cable and with pin terminals to the inverter end of the cable
• The 1.0m positive (Red) cable is pre-tted with stud-connectors at both ends for connection to the
battery and the DC ON/OFF (isolator) switch that is designed to be wall mounted
• The 0.5m positive (Red) cable is pre-tted with stud-connectors at one end for connection to the DC
ON/OFF (isolator) switch, and pin terminals for connection to the inverter
• The T-Sense cable is not connected and is supplied loose in the packaging
• The AC-IN and AC-OUT connectors are pre-tted to the Inverter/Charger and will need to be pulled/
removed to be then connected to the cables
INTRODUCTION

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WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
The product is used in conjunction with a permanent energy source (battery). Input and/or output
terminals may still be dangerously energised, even when the equipment is switched off. Always switch off
the AC supply and the battery isolator switch before carrying out maintenance or servicing the product.
Read the installation instructions in the installation manual before installing the equipment.
This is a Safety Class I product (supplied with a protective grounding terminal).
Uninterrupted protective grounding must be provided at the AC input and/or output terminals.
Alternatively, the grounding point located externally on the product may be used. Whenever it is likely
that the grounding protection has been damaged, the product must be turned off and secured against
unintended operation; please contact qualied service staff.
Ensure that the AC input cables are fused or tted with circuit breakers. The DC input is fused at the
inverter.
The product must be installed in a dry and well-ventilated area. There should be a clear space of at least
100mm around the appliance for cooling.
Excessively high ambient temperature will result in the following:
• Reduced service life
• Reduced charging current
• Reduced peak capacity, or shutdown of the inverter
• Decreased battery life
The unit can be installed in any orientation/position except fully inverted. Never mount the appliance
directly above the batteries.
QUALIFICATIONS
The Inverter/Charger units are mains powered and should be installed by persons who are electrically
skilled by way of appropriate training or a Registered Competent Person as dened within Part P of
Building Regulations to either t a fused plug or wire directly to a fused spur. Knowledge of DC input by
battery and the connection of DC battery leads to both the battery/batteries and the Inverter/Charger is
required.
NOTE: The Victron Installation Manual states that “This product should be installed by a qualied
electrician”.
INSTALLATION
LOCATION
The product must be installed in a dry and well-ventilated area, as close as possible to the batteries.
There should be a clear space of at least 100mm around the appliance for cooling.
Excessively high ambient temperature will result in the following:
• Reduced service life
• Reduced charging current
• Reduced peak capacity, or shutdown of the inverter
WARNINGS & INSTALLATION

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ENVIRONMENT
This product should be installed in a heat-resistant, dry, habitable environment.
Prevent the presence of chemicals, synthetic components, curtains or other textiles, etc., in the immediate
vicinity.
WARNING: Do not install within damp or dank indoor or outdoor environments as dampness and even
insects can cause electrical shorting of main board and components which is not covered by the product
warranty. Do not install the batteries directly below the inverter.
CONNECTION OF THE AC CABLING
WARNING: Ensure that the Inverter/Charger is switched to the OFF position via the ON/OFF switch at the
bottom on the unit before connecting cables
WARNING
This is a Safety Class I product (supplied with a protective grounding terminal). Uninterrupted
protective grounding must be provided at the AC input and/or output terminals and/or chassis
grounding point located externally on the product.
The Inverter/Charger is provided with a ground relay that automatically connects the Neutral output to
the chassis if no external AC supply is available. If an external AC supply is provided, the ground relay
H will open before the input safety relay closes. This ensures the correct operation of an earth leakage
circuit breaker that is connected to the output. An uninterrupted grounding can also be secured by
means of the grounding wire of the AC input. Otherwise the casing must be grounded.
NOTE: PROTECTION OF AC-OUT WHEN CONNECTED TO CONTROL PANEL
When the control panel and pumping system are operating normally using mains 230 VAC power,
the electrical circuit is protected by the RCBO on the consumer-board, which will trip if the there is an
electrical fault/defect on the control panel or pump.
During mains power outage, the control panel and pumping system are connected to an independent
power source in the form of the Victron Inverter/Charge which does not have protection built-in to the
unit. Protection of the 230 VAC connection between the Inverter/Charger and the connected electrical
device should be provided by tting the included 30mA RCD Fused Spur by Timeguard. https://www.
timeguard.com/products/safety/rcd-protection-sockets/valiance-rcd-protected-single-gang-white-fused-
connection-unit-passive
The included AV isolator switch should also be tted in-line between inverter/charger and AC device
(panel or pump).
INTERNAL DC FUSES
The Inverter/Charger units include DC fuses. If replacement fuses need to be tted, this should be carried
out by a qualied and competent person.
12/500/20 12/800/35 12/1600/70
Automotive Bolt-Down Fuse
MIDI or BF1 32 V 125 A 150 A 200 A
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FIG A - 500VA & 800VA
FIG B - 1600VA
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AC POWER OUT TO PUMP OR CONTROL PANEL
1. Remove the right (AC OUTPUT) wiring block from the base of the inverter (item J)
2. Wire AC OUTPUT with correctly rated mains cable to the AC isolator switch and to the RCD fused
spur.
3. Connect the Newton automatic pump, or control panel to the RCD fused spur
4. Plug in the AC OUTPUT wiring block back into the AC OUT socket of the Inverter
MAINS CABLE CONNECTION - AC POWER IN
1. Remove the left (AC INPUT) wiring block from the base of the inverter (item I)
2. Wire AC IN with correctly rated mains cable
3. Wire to a switched fused spur, or fused plug, both of which should be tted with a 13 amp fuse. Do
not plug in or turn on at the spur at this stage
4. Plug in the AC IN wiring block back into the AC IN socket
CONNECTION OF THE DC CABLING
WARNING: Ensure that the Inverter/Charger is switched to the OFF position via the ON/OFF switch at the
bottom on the unit before connecting cables
Before connections are made, test the batteries open circuit voltage. This should be at a minimum of 12.7
VDC before installation.
DC cables are included as conrmed on page 3. If longer cables are required, please ensure the following
specications are used:
CONNECTION OF BATTERY CABLES TO INVERTER
The DC cables have crimped pin-terminals pre-tted for the Inverter/charger side connections into
terminals F & K.
Insert the red (positive) cable into terminal K and the black (negative) cable into terminal F. Tighten using
the Phillips screw at the front of each terminal.
CONNECTION OF CABLES TO BATTERY
• Use PZ 2 screwdriver for Multi 500/800 VA
• Use Flat screwdriver 6.5mm for Multi 1200 VA
• Use Hex key 5mm for Multi 1600 VA
Use insulated tools in order to avoid shorting the battery. Avoid shorting the battery cables
WARNING: Reverse polarity connection (+ to – and – to +) will cause damage to the product and will
void the warranty
The terminal nuts should be tightened to torque gure 8.0 Nm/71 in-Ib
1. Connect black battery cable and temperature sensor cable to the negative battery terminal
2. Connect the red battery cable to the isolation switch, then the positive battery terminal
3. Fit Battery Terminal covers
12/500/20 12/800/35 12/1600/70
Recommended cross section (mm²)
1.5 to 5m length 16 25 50
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TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Insert the Temperature Sensor cable into terminal D of the Inverter/Charger. WARNING: If the
Temperature Sensor Cable is not correctly tted, the charger will not charge the batteries.
OPERATION
The Inverter/Charger is now ready to use.
Switch the unit on at the plug or switched spur. Switch on the Inverter/Charger via the ON/OFF switch at
the bottom on the unit. The green ‘Inverter’ light will be illuminated.
If the Mains AC voltage connected to the ‘AC in’ terminal is within specications, Mains AC will be
switched through to the ‘AC out’ terminal, providing mains power to the pump or control panel and the
inverter will switch off, the green ‘Inverter’ light will no longer be illuminated and instead the yellow
‘Charger’ LED will light up and the charger commences charging the batteries.
If the AC-in voltage is not within specications, the unit will enter Power Assist Mode, the inverter will
remain switched on with solid green and ashing yellow lights illuminated.
WARNING: If this condition continues, investigation of the mains supply by a qualied electrician is
required.
LED INDICATIONS - Switch position - ON
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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LED INDICATIONS - Switch position - OFF
1. No mains 230 VAC - Pumps powered by 12 VDC power inverted to 230 VAC
At initial start and also when mains 230 VAC power has failed and the pumps/panel are
powered by the inverter using 12 VDC from the battery.
This condition is only normal during a mains power outage.
2. PRE-ALARM CONDITION - No 230 VAC - Pumps powered by 12 VDC power
• Overload - The load on the inverter is higher than the nominal load
• Battery voltage low - The DC input voltage is low - battery is depleted
• Inverter temperature high - The ambient temperature is too high
CONSULT TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE ON PAGES 11 & 12
3. ALARM CONDITION - FULL INVERTER & CHARGER SHUTDOWN
• Overload - The load on the inverter is higher than the nominal load
• Battery voltage low - The DC input voltage is low - battery is depleted
• Inverter temperature high - The ambient temperature is too high
CONSULT TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE ON PAGES 11 & 12
4. Normal operating state where mains 230 VAC is connected and the battery is fully
charged.
5. Poor quality mains 230 VAC. Inverter is supplementing or ‘cleaning’ the poor quality
mains 230 VAC.
WARNING: If this condition continues, investigation of the mains supply by a qualied
electrician is required.
6. Normal operating state where mains 230 VAC is connected and the battery is not fully
charged. After a period of time, dependent on the battery size, the yellow light will
begin to ash with and the charger will return to condition 5.
7. Normal operating state where mains 230 VAC is connected and the battery is fully
charged.
6.
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CONFIGURATION
• Settings should be carried out by a competent person
• Carefully read the instructions before changes are made
• Batteries should be in a dry and well-ventilated area during charging
Standard settings: ready for use
On delivery, the unit has been programmed by Newton ready for use as part of a Newton Pumping
System with charging voltages matched to the battery bank size also supplied by Newton Waterproong
Systems. There is no need to change any of the settings.
Trained engineers can reprogram the unit if needed.
If battery bank size is changed, the unit should be re-programmed by a trained engineer.
MAINTENANCE
The unit does not require specic maintenance. All connections should be checked once a year as part of
the pump servicing regime. Avoid moisture, oil/soot/vapours, and keep the device clean.
WARRANTY STATEMENT
The Victron Inverter/Chargers are covered by a 5 year warranty. Warranty includes next day on-site
replacement (delivery and collection, not decommission and installation) of the Inverter/Charger units
by a temporary replacement of the same model. If the warranty claim is upheld, this temporary unit will
be exchanged with a new unit. If the warranty claim is not upheld, the client must decide the course of
action, which will include purchase of a new replacement unit, purchase of the temporary replacement
unit, or return of the original unit.
Limited Product Warranties. 5-year limited product warranty from date on delivery note or invoice to the
customer.
WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY?
This limited warranty covers replacement (Newton Waterproong Systems) only for defects in materials
and workmanship.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY?
• Products the supplier has not received payment for
• Normal wear and tear
• Failure to follow product installation instructions and user instructions
• Usage that is not in accordance with the product instructions
• Servicing not authorised by the manufacturer
• Problems caused by connecting devices not supplied or authorised by the manufacturer
WARRANTY INFORMATION
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from
area to area (or jurisdiction to jurisdiction). The manufacturer’s responsibility for malfunctions and
defects in the product is limited to repair and replacement as set forth in this warranty statement. All
expressed and implied warranties for the product (including but not limited to any implied warranties
and conditions of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose), are limited in time to the term of
the limited warranty which is the 2-year period reected on your delivery note or invoice. No warranties,
whether expressed or implied, will apply after the limited warranty period has expired.
We do not accept liability beyond the remedies provided for in this limited product warranty or for
consequential or incidental damages, including without limitation, any liability for third-party claims
against you, for damages for products not being available for use. Our liability will be no more than the
amount you paid for the product that is the subject of a claim. This is the maximum amount for which we
are responsible. Newton Waterproong Systems reserve the right to change the product specication at
any time.
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