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SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum continuous power:

2000 watts

Surge capacity (peak power):

4000 watts

Output voltage range:

105-125 volts

Output frequency:

58-62 Hz

Output voltage:

110/120 VAC, 60 Hz

Maximum efficiency:

>_ 87%

Full load efficiency:

>_ 82%

No load current draw:

>1.0 amp

Over voltage shutdown:

15.5 ± 0.5 volts DC

Low voltage shutdown:

10.0 ± 0.3 volts DC

Thermal shutdown auto reset:

Yes

North American standard outlets:

3

ANL fuse rating for direct hardwire:

500

Proper cable gauge (AWG) @ 6 ft.

1/0

Proper cable gauge (AWG) @ 10 ft.*

3/0

*For lengths greater than 10 feet, please call: 1-800-544-6986.

Imported by
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.

BD092107

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Summary of Contents for MAXX SST

Page 1: ...THIS PRODUCT FOR ANY REASON PLEASE CALL 1 800 544 6986 BEFORE YOU CALL HAVE THE CATALOG No AND DATE CODE AVAILABLE IN MOST CASES A BLACK DECKER REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVE THE PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE IF YOU HAVE A SUGGESTION OR COMMENT GIVE US A CALL YOUR FEEDBACK IS VITAL TO BLACK DECKER SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Cat VEC054D September 2007 Copyright 2007 Black Decker Printed in China ...

Page 2: ...like AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING Don t carry plugged in appliance with finger on switch Be sure switch is off when plugging in PROPER COOLING is essential when operating the inverter Do not place the unit near the vehicle s heat vent or in direct sunlight ELECTRICAL FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTOR protection should be provided on the circuits or outlets to be used Receptacles are available having built...

Page 3: ...SHOCK Do not connect to AC distribution wiring Do not make any electrical connections or disconnections in areas designated as IGNITION PROTECTED This unit is NOT approved for ignition protected areas NEVER immerse the unit in water or any other liquid or use when wet Do not insert foreign objects into the AC outlet or the USB outlet WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE Do not operate near flammable...

Page 4: ...form of 120 volt AC outlets to run most household or electronic appliances Before introduction of SST high start up currents from large inductive loads could shut down an inverter SST improves inverter operation by Gradual voltage ramp up during inverter start up eliminating failed cold starts under load Output that momentarily dips in voltage and quickly recovers to allow large motorized loads to...

Page 5: ... and the ability to operate reactive loads such as those found in inductive motors In this stage the inverter functions as a high power bipolar switch alternately applying opposite polarity to the AC outlet HOT and NEUTRAL terminals Notes Simplified diagram Cables fuse and battery are not included and must be supplied by user The Power Inverter Output Waveform The AC output waveform of the Power I...

Page 6: ...rted and resume normal operation Note To restart the inverter turn it off and then on again The on off Switch is located on the unit s Front Panel refer to the Control and Functions section of this Instruction Manual The inverter powers resistive loads the easiest however larger resistive loads such as electric stoves or heaters could draw more wattage than the inverter can deliver on a continuous...

Page 7: ...he battery or batteries is are fully charged If the connections are good and the battery is charged but the voltage still drops below 11 volts you may need to use a larger battery or battery combination CAUTION Rechargeable Devices Certain rechargeable devices do not operate well from a modified sine wave inverter They only operate properly from a standard household outlet which provides a pure si...

Page 8: ...ttery size you will need to operate appliances from MAXX SST inverters follow these steps 1 Determine the wattage of each appliance and or tool you will need to simultaneously operate from the inverter To do this read the labels on the equipment to be operated 2 Estimate the number of hours the equipment will be in use between battery recharges 3 Determine the total watt hours of energy use the to...

Page 9: ...DC the inverter will automatically shut down If the low voltage alarm sounds when the battery is fully charged refer to the Troubleshooting section of this Instruction Manual CIRCUIT PROTECTION The inverter has electronic circuit protection against overload or short circuit conditions CAUTION If turning the ON OFF Switch OFF then ON again does not reset the inverter DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE INVE...

Page 10: ...16 Call Vector Technical Support toll free at 1 800 544 6986 with any questions Installation Procedures When wiring the inverter to a 12 volt DC power source ensure that polarity is correct Reversed polarity will blow a fuse and may cause permanent damage to the inverter Review diagrams on page 3 if necessary to identify the location of the DC terminals Note The manufacturer s warranty does NOT co...

Page 11: ...ve cables to the battery do not exceed six feet 5 Using an appropriate AWG cable see the diagram on page 7 reposition the inverter and fuse holder if necessary 6 After you have performed the above preliminary installation steps proceed with the actual inverter installation Contact the manufacturer for any further installation information or questions Note This procedure is for using locally purcha...

Page 12: ...pment does not exceed maximum continuous power The Power Inverter is engineered to be connected directly to standard electrical and electronic equipment in the manner described above Do not connect the Power Inverter to household or RV AC distribution wiring Do not connect the Power Inverter to any AC load circuit in which the neutral conductor is connected to ground earth or to the negative of th...

Page 13: ...adio Snow in picture Keep inverter and antenna distant from each interference buzzing sound other Use shielded antenna Connect antenna to amplifier Problem Solution Buzzing sound in audio systems Some inexpensive stereo systems and boom boxes emit a buzzing sound from their speakers when operated from the Power Inverter This occurs because the power supply in the electronic device does not adequat...

Page 14: ...l advice repair or genuine factory replacement parts contact the Black Decker location nearest you To find your local service location refer to the yellow page directory under Tools Electric or call 1 800 544 6986 or visit www blackanddecker com CAUTION If the cord becomes damaged return the entire unit to manufacturer immediately for service repair FULL TWO YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY Black Decker U S...

Page 15: ...y _ 82 No load current draw 1 0 amp Over voltage shutdown 15 5 0 5 volts DC Low voltage shutdown 10 0 0 3 volts DC Thermal shutdown auto reset Yes North American standard outlets 3 ANL fuse rating for direct hardwire 500 Proper cable gauge AWG 6 ft 1 0 Proper cable gauge AWG 10 ft 3 0 For lengths greater than 10 feet please call 1 800 544 6986 Imported by Black Decker U S Inc 701 E Joppa Rd Towson...

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