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Troubleshooting Guide

Operation

Specifications 

Operation

Specifications

Continuous output power (1 hour)  . . . . . . . . . . . . 800w
Surge rating (0.1 second)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1600w
Peak efficiency (12V – 1⁄2 load) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . > 88%
Efficiency (full load, 12V)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . > 83%
No load current draw  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . < 0.5A (12.6V)
Output waveform (resistive load)  . . . Modified sine wave
Output frequency  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58HZ – 62HZ
Output voltage  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109V – 120V
Input voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.4VDC – 14.4VDC
Alarm voltage (unload)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.2V – 10.8V
Shutdown voltage (unload)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.2V – 9.8V
Operating temperature range  . . . . . . . . . . . . 0°C – 40°C 

(32°F – 104°F)

Storage temperature range  . . . . . . . . . . . . -40°C – 85°C 

(-40°F – 185°F)

Protection  . . . . . . . . . .Overload, short-circuit, overtemp,

reverse polarity, under/over voltage 

Notes

All protection is automatically recovered.

To protect the battery, if the unit needs to be restarted
after low voltage protection, the voltage of DC input
should be above 12V. 

To extend the life of the fan, it will stop when there is no
load. The speed of the fan increases as the load increases.

The unit is completely insulated in input and output for
added safety.

Problem/Symptom

Low output voltage 

No output voltage 

No output voltage
after prolonged use

No output voltage,
“Protect” indicator
lighted

No output voltage

No output voltage

Low battery alarm
on all the time

Possible Causes

Overload 

Low input voltage

Thermal 
shutdown

High input 
voltage

Short circuit

Inverter 
switched Off

No power 
to inverter

Reverse 
DC polarity

Poor DC wiring

Poor battery
condition

Solution

Reduce the load.

Recharge battery.
Check connections
and cable.

Allow inverter 
to cool off.

Reduce load,
continuous
operation input
current required.

Improve ventilation;
Make sure ventilation
openings in the
inverter are not
obstructed.

Reduce ambient
temperature.

Make sure 
the inverter is
connected to 
12V battery.

Check regulation 
of charging system.

Check load for
proper operation.

Turn inverter On.

Check wiring 
to inverter.

Observe 
correct polarity.

Check
connections.

Make sure battery 
is fully charged.

Troubleshooting Guide

Summary of Contents for CPI 800

Page 1: ...th this product or not understand its many features please refer to this owner s manual If you require further assistance after reading this manual Cobra Electronics offers the following customer assi...

Page 2: ...ntents Introduction Our Thanks to You A1 Customer Assistance A1 Controls and Indicators A2 Product Features A2 Important Safety Information 1 Quick Evaluation Before Installation 3 Installation Instal...

Page 3: ...the unit or other equipment WARNING Statements identify conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of life General Precautions 1 Never install the inverter in a boat s engine compartment...

Page 4: ...that is plugged into the AC receptacle and produces a low voltage output If the label on the AC adapter or charger states that it produces a low voltage AC or DC output less than 30 volts the inverter...

Page 5: ...inverter for proper airflow Make sure that ventilation openings on the ends of the unit are not obstructed D Safe Do not install the inverter in the same compartment as a battery or in any compartment...

Page 6: ...the battery and inverter This is so it can deliver the maximum amount of energy to the load Only use the cables provided with your power inverter To Connect the Cables Between the Inverter and the Ba...

Page 7: ...inverter to an AC branch circuit that has high power consumption loads It will not operate electric heaters air conditioners stoves and other electrical appliances that consume more than 800 watts CAU...

Page 8: ...average power consumption and the total estimated running time in hours Power x Operating Time Watt Hours 4 Divide the watt hours by ten 10 to determine how many power supply s 12 volt ampere hours w...

Page 9: ...continue to check for appropriate temperature levels while trying to restart the load NOTE A momentary sound of the internal alarm and or flash of the red light is normal at start up Power Protection...

Page 10: ...hen there is no load The speed of the fan increases as the load increases The unit is completely insulated in input and output for added safety Problem Symptom Low output voltage No output voltage No...

Page 11: ...act your local dealer for warranty information Maintenance Very little maintenance is required to keep the inverter operating properly The exterior of the unit should be cleaned periodically with a da...

Page 12: ...Laser Detectors Safety Alert Traffic Warning Systems Accessories GPS Global Positioning System HighGear Accessories 18 Name Address No P O Boxes City State Province Zip Country Telephone Credit Card N...

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