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WARNING: BURST HAZARD
• The inflator is capable of inflating up to 120 pounds per square inch (psi) pressure. To avoid over-inflation,
carefully follow instructions on articles to be inflated. Never exceed recommended pressures. Bursting articles
can cause serious injury.
• Always check pressure with the pressure gauge.
• Never leave the inflator unattended while in use.
CAUTION: RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE
Do not operate inflator continuously for extended periods of time (approximately 10 minutes, depending on
ambient temperatures), as it may overheat. In such event, inflator will automatically shut down. Immediately turn
OFF the Inflator Power Switch. Restart after a cooling down period of approximately 10 minutes.
Inflating Tires or Products With Valve Stems
1.Place connector (chuck) on valve stem.
2.Ensure connector is pushed on to valve stem as far as possible before closing thumb latch.
3.Make sure latch is secure.
4.Turn ON the Inflator Power Switch.
5.Check pressure with the pressure gauge.
6.When desired pressure is reached, open thumb latch and remove connector from valve stem.
7.Turn OFF Inflator Power Switch.
8.Allow unit to cool before storing away.
9.Store inflator hose and tire fitting in storage compartment.
10.Recharge the unit before storing away.
Inflating Other Inflatables Without Valve Stems
Inflation of other items requires use of one of the adapters (nozzles).
1.Select the appropriate nozzle, located on the inside back cover.
2.Insert appropriate adapter (i.e. needle) into connector (chuck) and close thumb latch.
3.Small items such as volleyballs, footballs, etc. inflate very rapidly.
4.Insert adapter (i.e., needle) into item to inflate to appropriate pressure.
5.Turn ON the Inflator Power Switch — inflate to desired pressure or fullness.
6.Remove adapter.
7.Switch the Inflator Power Switch OFF.
8.Recharge the unit before storing away.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Charging/Recharging
This product has a sealed lead acid battery that should be kept fully charged. Charge before first use; and
recharge immediately after each use, and every 60 days if not used. Failure to do this may reduce the battery life
dramatically. Refer to the “Charging/Recharging” section of this Instruction Manual.
When the battery is overly discharged and if the green LED is lit when the charger is plugged in, this indicates the
battery is at a high impedance stage.
In this event, recharge the unit and leave the unit on charge for a period of 48hrs before using the unit.
Fuse Replacement (DC Accessory Adapter)
1. Remove plug from accessory outlet. Remove the gold cap by turning counter clockwise and lifting off.
2. Remove center pin and spring. Remove fuse.
3. Replace fuse with same type and size fuse (8 amp).
4. Replace center pin and spring inside plug.
5. Replace gold cap by turning clockwise.
Battery Replacement/Disposal
It is recommended that the unit be returned to manufacturer for battery replacement. Contact Customer Service,
toll-free, at 1-800-544-6986.
Battery Disposal
Contains a maintenance-free, sealed, non-spillable, lead acid battery, which must be
disposed of properly. Recycling is required — contact your local authority for information.
Failure to comply with local, state and federal regulations can result in fines
or imprisonment. For more information on recycling this battery, call toll-free 1-800-544-6986.
WARNINGS
Do not dispose of this unit in fire as batteries inside this product may explode or leak.
Do not expose the unit containing a battery to fire or intense heat as it may explode.
Before disposing of the battery, protect exposed terminals with heavy-duty electrical tape to prevent shorting
(shorting can result in injury or fire).
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USING THE ALTERNATOR CHECK FEATURE
1. Turn the power switch to the off position.
2. Connect jumper cables to unit.
3. Connect to vehicle.
4. Start engine.
5. Turn vehicle accessories off. Turn the power switch to the on position.
6. A solid green LED indicates a good alternator. A solid red LED indicates a bad alternator.
Note:
This check may not be accurate for every make, manufacturer and model of vehicle. Check only 12 volt
systems.
12 VOLT DC PORTABLE POWER SUPPLY
This portable power source is also for use with all 12 volt DC accessories equipped with male accessory outlet
plugs that are rated up to 5 amps.
1.Lift up the cover of one of the unit’s 12 volt DC outlets.
2.Insert the 12 volt DC plug from the appliance into the 12 volt accessory outlet on the unit.
3.Switch on the appliance and operate as usual.
4.Periodically press the battery charge level pushbutton to check battery status.
Note:
The 12 volt DC accessory outlets on the unit are protected by a 5 amp manual resetting breaker that will
trip in the event of overload. Simply unplug the appliance to reset the breaker. To avoid tripping this
breaker,
DO NOT USE UNIT TO POWER APPLIANCES THAT DRAW MORE THAN 5 AMPS DC.
120 VOLT AC PORTABLE POWER SUPPLY
The 120 Volt AC Power Supply is designed for maintaining today's modern lifestyle while traveling in vans, RVs,
automobiles, trucks, or vehicles that have a 12 volt DC battery power supply and a means to recharge those
batteries. The Electromate
®
400 Plus comes with:
1. AC ON/OFF Switch — to turn the AC Power Supply ON and OFF
2. 120 Volt AC Power Outlets
3. AC Power Supply “ON” Status Indicator — green LED lights when AC outlet is turned on; green LED flashes
on and off when faulted.
4. AC Power Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt (GFCI) — 3-prong outlet for 120 volt AC appliances which shut down
inverter if leakage or ground fault current is detected
5. Internal protective circuits including:
• Overload and over-temperature shutdown (activated if AC output exceeds 400 watts)
• AC short-circuit shutdown
• Low voltage shutdown
• A new cooling technology that more efficiently cools the power transistors and, combined with soft start,
dramatically increases reliability and product life
IMPORTANT:
The unit’s AC recharging process is disabled when using this feature. To recharge the unit using the
AC recharging process, turn the AC Power Supply OFF.
AC Power Supply Controls and Indicators
Refer to the illustrations in the “Controls and Indicators” section to locate referenced controls.
Air vents keep the unit from overheating and should not be covered or blocked when the unit is in use. The
ON/OFF switch turns the AC power circuitry on and off. The ON/OFF switch can also be used to reset the AC
power after shutdown due to overvoltage, overload or over-temperature condition. The Status Indicator lights
when the AC power supply is ON. The 120 Volt AC Outlets (covered when not in use) supply power to AC appliances.
EMERGENCY AREA LIGHT
The area light is controlled by the Area Light Power Switch on the front panel of the unit. Make sure the lamp is
turned OFF when the unit is being recharged or stored.
PORTABLE INFLATOR
Read Instructions Carefully to Avoid Possible Injury or Property Damage.
The built-in 12 volt DC inflator is the ultimate inflator for all vehicle tires, trailer tires and recreational inflatables.
Three different sized nozzles are supplied. Each nozzle clips on the end of the standard tire valve connector
attached to the free end of the inflator hose. The inflator hose with tire fitting is stored in a retaining channel
between the jumper cable channels on the rear of the unit. The ON/OFF switch is located on the front of the unit.
The inflator can operate long enough to fill up to 3 average sized tires before the battery must be recharged. The
inflator may be used by removing the air hose from the storage hatch and, if required, fitting the appropriate
nozzle to the air hose. Return the hose to the storage compartment after use.
Note:
Thermo-protection device shuts down the unit when the unit overheats and restarts once the unit has
reached a safe operating temperature.
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