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Summary of Contents for CPI 150

Page 1: ...nces 1 Quick Checkout 2 3 Operation 4 Controls and Indicators 5 Operating Limits 6 Input Voltage Automatic Shutdown 6 Troubleshooting Guide 7 Maintenance and Service 8 9 Power Consumption 10 Specifications 11 Limited 1 Year Warranty 12 1 2 3 4 5 5 6 7 8 9 10 Table of Contents ...

Page 2: ...in battery chargers for battery packs used in hand power tools specifically those that have a WARNING label stating that dangerous voltages are present at the battery terminals Problems do not occur with the vast majority of battery operated tools most of which use a separate charger or transformer that plugs into an AC receptacle and produces a low voltage output If the label on your tool s AC ad...

Page 3: ... DC power source capable of supplying enough current to run the test load As a rough guide divide the wattage of the test load by 10 to get the current in amperes that the power source must supply A fully charged standard automotive battery will work fine Connecting to the Power Source Your CPI 150 BK WH comes with a 24 inch cable and detachable cigarette lighter plug that converts to an airplane ...

Page 4: ... application remove lighter plug from cable Note Some airplanes are equipped with cigarette lighter type socket 5 Status LED on top of unit will illuminate indicating on status 6 Plug the power cord from the test load into the inverter s AC receptacle Testing The inverter will come on automatically It should supply power to the load If the inverter does not appear to work properly refer to the Tro...

Page 5: ... at least 1 inch 3 cm of clearance around the unit for proper air flow Make sure that ventilation openings on the ends of the unit are not obstructed To prevent fire do not cover or obstruct ventilation openings The inverter must only be connected to batteries with a nominal output voltage of 12 volts It will not work with a 6 volt battery and will be damaged if it is connected to a 16 volt batter...

Page 6: ...plane power source Power Fault Indicator The fault indicator of your CPI 150 will light whenever the unit detects excessively high or low input voltage or begins to overheat CAUTION NOTE Make sure you unplug inverter from power source before you leave your vehicle 5 power fault indicator Cigarette Lighter Plug Airplane Plug ...

Page 7: ...between 12 and 14 volts The inverter will automatically shut down if the input voltage drops below 10 0 0 3 volts This protects the battery from being over discharged The inverter will restart when the input voltage exceeds 12 0 0 3 volts The inverter will also shut down if the input voltage increases to 15 5 0 5 volts This helps protect the unit from damage due to excessive input voltage Although...

Page 8: ...short wiring error circuit or improper polarity No output voltage High input Make sure the inverter and fault voltage is connected to a indicator is lit 12 volt battery Check regulation of charging system No output voltage Thermal Allow inverter to cool down when load is in shutdown Improve ventilation excess of 150 watts make sure ventilation or 1 3 amperes openings in the inverter are not obstru...

Page 9: ...s a week at 773 889 3087 Customer Service Operators are available at 773 889 3087 Monday through Friday 8 00 a m to 6 00 p m Central Time Questions can be faxed to 773 622 2269 Automated Technical Assistance is available 24 hours 7 days a week via e mail at productinfo cobra com On line answers to frequently asked questions can be found at www cobra com Cobra Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra and the...

Page 10: ... with your unit plus the name and address where you want the unit returned 4 Pack the unit securely to prevent damage during transit If possible use the original packing materials 5 Ship prepaid and insured using a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service UPS Federal Express or first class mail with delivery confirmation Ship to Cobra Factory Service Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West ...

Page 11: ...nt of current For example automotive batteries usually provide 25 amperes of current A battery with a reserve capacity of 180 minutes can deliver 25 amperes for 180 minutes before it is completely discharged Calculate the total watt hours of energy consumption power X operating time then divide the watt hours by 10 to determine how may 12 volt ampere hours will be consumed 10 ...

Page 12: ...uency 60Hz 2Hz 8 Output voltage 115V 10 9 USB output 5V 10 Input voltage 12 8 13 2 VDC 12 Shutdown voltage unload 10 0V 0 3V 13 Operating temperature range 10 C 40 C 14 Storage temperature range 40 C to 85 C 15 Protection Overload short circuit Overtemp 16 Reverse polarity under over voltage NOTES All protection is automatically recovered To protect the battery if the unit needs to be restarted af...

Page 13: ...f reliable service The operating features of your CPI 150 BK WH include 150 Watt POWER INVERTER MODEL CPI 150 BK WH USB 5V Output AC receptacle Automatic thermal protection shutdown Reverse polarity protection Low battery shutdown cigarette lighter plug 5V USB Outlet 13V Input Connector 20 Amp Fuse AC Receptacle 15 Amp In Line Fuse Power Cord ...

Page 14: ...irplanes RVs boats tractors trucks and virtually anywhere else Customer Assistance You can receive technical assistance with your unit through one of our customer support services Automated Help Desk is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week at 773 889 3087 Customer Service Operators are available at 773 889 3087 Monday Friday 8 00 a m to 6 00 p m Central Time Questions can be faxed to 773 622 226...

Page 15: ...expense if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Exclusions This limited warranty does not apply 1 to any product damaged by accident 2 in the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs 3 if the serial number has been altere...

Page 16: ...ystems Handheld GPS Receivers Mobile GPS Navigations Systems HighGear Accessories CobraMarine VHF Marine Radios CobraMarine Chartplotters Accessories For more information about our products or to order online please visit our website www cobra com Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra 2006 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago IL 60707 USA ...

Page 17: ...00 Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra Operating Instructions for Your Cobra 150 Watt POWER INVERTER M O D E L C P I 1 5 0 B K W H ...

Page 18: ...e to the unit or other equipment WARNING statements identify conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of life Cobra 150W Output Waveform This unit s output waveform is referred to as square wave or modified sine wave It is a stepped waveform designed to have characteristics similar to the sine wave shape of utility power A waveform of this nature is suitable for most AC loads includ...

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