Victron energy Phoenix Inverter Compact 12/800/35 Operating manual

GB NL F D Appendix
USER MANUAL
INSTALLATION MANUAL
GEBRUIKERSHANDLEIDING
INSTALLATIEHANDLEIDING
MANUEL D'UTILISATION
MANUEL D'INSTALLATION
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MONTAGEANLEITUNG
Phoenix Multi Compact
12 / 800 / 35 24 / 800 / 16
12 / 1200 / 50 24 / 1200 / 25 48 / 1200 / 12
12 / 1600 / 70 24 / 1600 / 40 48 / 1600 / 20
Phoenix MultiPlus Compact
12 / 1200 / 50 24 / 1200 / 25
12 / 1600 / 70 24 / 1600 / 40 48 / 1600 / 20
Phoenix Inverter Compact
12 / 1200 24 / 1200 48 / 1200
12 / 1600 24 / 1600 48 / 1600

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SAFETY RULES
General
Please familiarize yourself with the safety features and instructions by first reading the documentation supplied with this
product before using the equipment. This product has been designed and tested in accordance with international standards.
The equipment must be used exclusively for the purpose for which it was designed.
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 energized, even when the equipment is switched off. Always switch off the AC supply and the battery before
carrying out maintenance or servicing the product.
The product has no internal user-serviceable components. Do not remove the front plate or operate the product if any panels
have been removed. All servicing must be undertaken by qualified personnel.
Never use the product where there is a risk of gas or dust explosions. Consult the battery manufacturer's information to
ascertain that the product is intended for use in conjunction with the battery. Always comply with the battery manufacturer's
safety instructions.
WARNING:Do not lift heavy loads without assistance.
Installation
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). Uninterruptible 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 qualified service staff.
Ensure that the DC and AC input cables are fused and fitted with circuit breakers. Never replace a safety component with a
different Typ. Consult the manual to determine the correct component.
Before applying power, ensure that the available power source matches the configuration settings of the product as
described in the manual.
Ensure that the equipment is used under the correct ambient conditions. Never operate the product in a wet or dusty
environment. Ensure there is adequate free space for ventilation around the product and check that the ventilation vents are
not blocked.
Ensure that the required system voltage does not exceed the product's capacity.
Transport and Storage
Ensure that the mains power and battery leads have been disconnected before storing or transporting the product.
No liability can be accepted for any transport damage if the equipment is shipped in non-original packaging.
Store the product in a dry environment; the storage temperature must be between -20°C and 60°C.
Consult the battery manufacturer's manual in respect of transport, storage, charging, recharging and disposal of the battery.

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1 DESCRIPTION
1.1 General
Multi Compact -functional (Multi Compact / MultiPlus Compact only)
The Multi Compact gets its name from the multiple functions it can perform. It is a powerful
true sine wave inverter, a sophisticated battery charger that features adaptive charge
technology and a high-speed AC transfer switch in a single compact enclosure. Beside these
primary functions, however, the Multi Compact has several advanced features that provide a
range of new applications as outlined below.
Uninterrupted AC power (Multi Compact / MultiPlus Compact only)
In the event of a grid failure, or shore or generator power being disconnected, the inverter
within the Multi Compact is automatically activated and takes over supply to the connected
loads. This happens so fast (less than 20 milliseconds) that computers and other electronic
equipment will continue to operate without disruption.
PowerControl – Dealing with limited generator or shore side power (Multi Compact/
MultiPlus Compact only)
The Multi Compact is a very powerful battery charger. It will therefore draw a lot of current
from the generator or shore side supply (nearly 5 A per Multi Compact at 230 VAC). With the
Phoenix Multi Control (PMV) a maximum generator or shore current can be set. The Multi
Compact will then take account of other AC loads and use whatever is extra for charging,
thus preventing the generator or shore supply from being overloaded.
PowerAssist – Boosting the capacity of shore or generator power
The feature that distinguishes the Phoenix MultiPlus Compact from the standard Multi
Compact is PowerAssist. This feature takes the principle of PowerControl to a further
dimension allowing the MultiPlus Compact to supplement the capacity of the alternative
source. Where peak power is so often required only for a limited period, it is possible to
reduce the size of generator needed or conversely enable more to be achieved from the
typically limited shore connection. When the load reduces, the spare power is used to
recharge the battery.
Note 1: The rating of the generator should be 75% or higher compared to the VA rating of the
MultiPlus Compact. (for ex: a genset of at least 900 VA will be required to operate in parallel
with a Multi Compact 12/1200/50.
Note 2: The output waveform of a generator can be heavily distorted. In that case the “AC
waveform check” should be disabled. See page 20.

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1.2 Battery Charger (Multi Compact / MultiPlus Compact only)
Adaptive 4-stage charge characteristic: bulk – absorption – float – storage
The Phoenix Multi Compact / MultiPlus Compact features a microprocessor controlled
‘adaptive’ battery management system that can be preset to suit different Typs of batteries.
The ‘adaptive’ feature will automatically optimize the process relative to the way the battery is
being used.
The right amount of charge: variable absorption time
When only shallow discharges occur (a yacht connected to shore power for example) the
absorption time is kept short in order to prevent overcharging of the battery. After a deep
discharge the absorption time is automatically increased to make sure that the battery is
completely recharged.
Preventing damage due to excessive gassing: the BatterySafe mode
If, in order to quickly charge a battery, a high charge current in combination with a high
absorption voltage has been chosen, the Multi Compact / MultiPlus Compact will prevent
damage due to excessive gassing by automatically limiting the rate of voltage increase once
the gassing voltage has been reached.
Less maintenance and aging when the battery is not in use: the Storage mode
The storage mode kicks in whenever the battery has not been subjected to discharge during
24 hours. In the storage mode float voltage is reduced to 2,2 V/cell (13,2 V for a 12 V battery)
to minimize gassing and corrosion of the positive plates. Once a week the voltage is raised
back to the absorption level to ‘equalize’ the battery. This feature prevents stratification of the
electrolyte and sulphation, a major cause of early battery failure.
Two outputs to charge 2 battery banks
The Multi Compact / MultiPlus Compact features 2 outputs, of which 1 can carry the full
output current. The second output, limited to approximately 4A and with a slightly lower
output voltage, is intended to top up a starter battery.
To increase battery life: temperature compensation
Every Multi Compact / MultiPlus Compact comes with a battery temperature sensor. When
connected, charge voltage will automatically decrease with increasing battery temperature.
This feature is especially recommended for sealed batteries and/or when important
fluctuations of battery temperature are expected.
Learn more about batteries and battery charging
To learn more about batteries and charging batteries, please refer to our book ‘Electricity on
Board’ (available free of charge from Victron Energy and downloadable from
www.victronenergy.com) For more information about adaptive charging please look under
Technical Briefs on our website.

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1.3 List of Article Numbers for Accessories
Phoenix Multi control REC020002000
Phoenix Inverter control REC030001000
Temperature sensor TI ASS000001000
UTP Patch lead 5 m ASS030065000
UTP Patch lead 10 m ASS030065010
UTP Patch lead 15 m ASS030065020
PC interface MK1.b ASS0301B0000
USB adapter ASS030200000
VEConfigure software Can be downloaded from our website

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2 OPERATION
2.1 On/Off/Charger Only Switch
When the front switched to "on", the product is fully functional. The inverter will come into
operation and the LED "inverter on" will light up.
Multi Compact/ MultiPlus Compact only:
An AC voltage connected to the "AC in" connector will be switched through to the "AC out"
connector, if within specifications. The inverter will switch off, the "charger" LED will light up
and the charger commences charging. The "charger" LED will light up depending on the
charger mode (on=bulk, absorption) or (blinks=float).
If the voltage of the "AC-in" terminal is too high or too low, the AC input voltage will switch off
and the inverter will be starting.
When the front switch is switched to "charger only", only the battery charger of the Phoenix
Multi Compact will operate (if mains voltage is present). In this mode input voltage also is
switched through to the "AC out" terminal.
NOTE: When only the charger function is required, ensure that the switch is switched to
"charger only". This prevents the inverter from being switched on if the mains voltage is lost,
thus preventing your batteries from running flat.
2.2 Remote Operation
The Phoenix Multi Compact can be operated with the Phoenix Multi control panel. The
remote control has an on-off switch and more indication.
The charger of the Phoenix Multi Compact can be turned off. This can be done by changing
the set up configuration by connecting the Phoenix Inverter remote control (set the AC input
current to 0) or by connecting a computer to the Phoenix Multi Compact (use MK.1 with
VEConfigure).
For remote control of the Phoenix Inverter Compact the Phoenix Inverter control panel
should be used.
2.3 Special Charger Modes Equalizing
Some batteries may need a regular equalizing charge. To perform an equalizing charge the
Phoenix Multi Compact can charge at a higher voltage (1V above the absorption voltage for a
12V battery, 2V for a 24V battery) for a period of one hour. The charger current is then limited
to 1/4 of the specified value.
The "bulk" and "absorption" LEDs will flash alternately during this cycle (only on Phoenix Multi
Control).
The equalizing mode results in a charging voltage that may exceed the
maximum voltage of DC consumers. These should be disconnected when
performing an equalizing charge.

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Forced Absorption
In some cases it may be necessary to charge the battery at the absorption voltage for a
specific period of time. In the Forced Absorption mode, the Phoenix Multi Compact will
charge at the normal absorption voltage during the preset maximum absorption period.
The "absorption" LED will light up (only on Phoenix Multi Control).
The Phoenix Multi Compact can be switched to one of these modes from the remote control
as well as with the aid of the front switch. A prerequisite is that all switches (front, remote,
remote Control) are switched to "on", and that none are switched to the "charger only"
position.
Proceed is as follows to switch the Phoenix Multi Compact to either the equalizing mode or
Forced Absorption mode:
REMARK: switch quickly from "on" to "charger only" and back. The switch must be switched
in such a way that the intermediate position is, as it were, "skipped". If the relevant switch
remains in the "off" position for any length of time, you may run the risk that the appliance will
be switched off. In that case you will need to start again. Use a remote control for best
results.
1. Ensure that all switches (i.e., front switch, remote or remote control switch if
present are switched to the "on" position).
2. Ensure that the Phoenix Multi Compact is charging (an AC input voltage must be
present; check that the "charger" LED is one (only remote control: "mains", of
either the "bulk", "absorption" or "float" LEDs is illuminated).
3. Switch the switch successively to "charger only", "on" and "charger only". NOTE:
the switching itself should be done quickly but the interval between switching
should be from 1/2 to two seconds.
4. The "green front-led =bulk", "yellow front-led=absorption" and "red-front
led=float" LEDs will flash five times (only remote control the "bulk", "absorption" and
"float" LEDs will flash five times.
•Subsequently, the "green front led=bulk", "yellow front led=absorption" and
"red front led=float" LEDs will each light up for a period of two seconds.
•If the switch is switched to "on" while the "green front led=bulk" LED
illuminates, the charger switches to the equalizing mode.
•If the switch is switched to "on" while the "yellow led=absorption" LED
illuminates, the charger switches to 'Forced Absorption'
If the switch is not in the required position after these steps, it can be simply switched one
more time. This will not change the charging status.

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2.4 LED Indications
LED off
LED flashes
LED illuminated
Inverter
inverter on
charger off
alarm
charger only
The inverter is switched on and supplies
power to the load. Battery operation.
inverter on
charger off
alarm
charger only
The inverter is switched on and supplies
power to the load.
Pre alarm: overload, or
battery voltage low, or
inverter temperature high
inverter on
charger off
alarm
charger only
The inverter is switched off.
Alarm: overload, or
battery voltage low, or
inverter temperature hig, or
DC ripple voltage on battery
terminal was too high