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SKU 95596        

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INSpEcTION, mAINTENANcE, 

ANd clEANINg

1. 

WARNINg!  Always make sure 

the power Switch of the Inverter 

is in the “OFF” position and the 

unit is disconnected from its 

power source before perform-

ing inspection, maintenance, or 

cleaning procedures.
Before each use,

2. 

 

inspect the 

general condition of the Inverter. 

 

Check for misalignment or binding 

of moving parts, cracked or broken 

parts, damaged electrical wiring, 

and any other condition that may 

affect its safe operation.  If abnor-

mal heat, noise, or vibration occurs, 

have the problem corrected before 

further use.   

do not use damaged equipment.
To clean the exterior parts of the 

3. 

Inverter, use only a clean, dry 

cloth

.  

do not clean the unit with 

water or harsh cleaners.
This Inverter does not contain 

4. 

any replaceable parts.  

It the unit 

needs service, make sure to take it 

to a qualified service technician.

Make sure to store the Inverter in a 

5. 

clean, dry, safe location out of reach 

of children and other unauthorized 

people.

6. 

cAuTION!  All maintenance, 

service, or repairs not mentioned 

in this manual must only be 

performed by a qualified service 

technician.

TROuBlESHOOTINg

If the low battery alarm sounds, 

1. 

this means the input voltage is 

below the necessary 10.6 volts 

dc.

  The battery needs recharging.  

You should stop using the tool/ap-

pliance and then recharge the bat-

tery.  If this is not done, the Inverter 

will shut off automatically at around 

10.0 volts DC.

If you are unsure if the Inverter 

2. 

will have the proper amount of 

current to run a tool/appliance, 

use this rough guideline:  

Take 

the power consumption of the load 

in amps and multiply it by 120 

(output voltage).  The result will be 

the approximate number of watts 

needed to power the tool/appliance. 

Example:  

Load is rated at 26 

amps.  26 amps x

 

120 volts = 3120 

watts needed.  You can not use this 

device with the Inverter.

If your television will not turn on, 

3. 

it is important to keep in mind 

some appliances (including many 

televisions) may require two to 

six times their wattage to turn on.  

This Inverter will not work with such 

devices.

If your audio system buzzes 

4. 

while using this Inverter, it is be-

cause some sound systems can-

not filter out the modified sine 

wave produced by the Inverter.  

possible solution is to use a sound 

system that incorporates a higher 

quality power supply.

This Inverter is designed to mini-

5. 

mize the interference with televi-

sion signals.  

However, especially 

with weak television signals, some 

Summary of Contents for Power Systems 95596

Page 1: ...right 2006 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Tools required for assembly ...

Page 2: ...rically mal function or break down grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user Double insulated tools and appli 2 ances are equipped with a polar ized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug Do not change the plug in any way Double insulation elimi...

Page 3: ...res reduce the risk of starting the tool or appliance acci dentally Store the Inverter out of reach of 4 children and other untrained per sons This product may be danger ous in the hands of untrained users Maintain this product with care 5 Keep the Inverter clean and dry Properly maintained power sup plies are less likely to fail Do not use this product if damaged Tag a damaged Inverter Do not use...

Page 4: ... vary depending on the battery power or tool appliance wattage The Inverter housing will become 9 hot when in use Avoid touching materials clothes sleeping bags carpet etc to the Inverter that can not withstand such high tempera tures Avoid touching a hot Inverter with your fingers and hands This Inverter must only be con 10 nected to batteries with a nomi nal output voltage of 12 VDC Lower voltag...

Page 5: ... from the plug Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged If damaged have it repaired by a service facility before use If the plug will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician GROUNDED TOOLS TOOLS WITH THREE PRONG PLUGS Tools and appliances marked with 1 Grounding Required have a three wire cord and three prong ground ing plug The plug must be con...

Page 6: ... of a ground wire 4 not included 12 AWG or thicker cable recommended to the wing nut located on the back of the In verter Then connect the other end of the ground wire to a paint rust free grounded metal surface such as a water pipe See Figure C Battery Type Selection 5 Use only deep cycle lead acid bat teries with this inverter such as 12 volt marine RV deep cycle batter ies Do not use automotive...

Page 7: ...e amp draw on this low voltage circuit will be very high thinner cables would present a fire hazard Locate battery bank in a clean well ventilated area away from ignition sources and flammable materials Batteries release explosive hydro gen gas while charging Charge store and maintain batter ies according to supplier s instruc tions OUTPUT To Positive Inverter Terminal To Increase Capacity Connect...

Page 8: ... V device s you wish to power into the 3 prong AC Receptacles The tools appliances must not use more than 2 000 total Watts during continu ous operation otherwise it may overload the Inverter See Figure D Turn the Power Switch to the 2 ON position See Figure D Turn on the tool appliance If an alarm sound is heard turn off the tool appliance 3 Unplug the tool appliance from the Inverter and discont...

Page 9: ...d service technician TROUBLESHOOTING If the low battery alarm sounds 1 this means the input voltage is below the necessary 10 6 volts DC The battery needs recharging You should stop using the tool ap pliance and then recharge the bat tery If this is not done the Inverter will shut off automatically at around 10 0 volts DC If you are unsure if the Inverter 2 will have the proper amount of current t...

Page 10: ...to operate them The Inverter may be in thermal shutdown Let the unit cool down and make sure there is adequate ventilation around the unit If none of the preceding steps work fuse s may be blown Only if you are comfortable and experienced doing such maintenance yourself follow the instructions that follow Otherwise have the unit repaired by a qualified technician Disconnect and insulate both a pos...

Page 11: ...ental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties ex press or implied including the warranties of merchantability and fitness To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint mus...

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