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Owner's Manual

DC-AC Power Inverter

Models: 006180-0 (750W)

006179-0 (400W)
006178-0 (200W)

200W Model

400W/750W Models

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Power inverter produces powerful voltage that can cause death

or great physical harm.
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Summary of Contents for 006178-0

Page 1: ...ter Models 006180 0 750W 006179 0 400W 006178 0 200W 200W Model 400W 750W Models www generac com or 1 888 GENERAC Power inverter produces powerful voltage that can cause death or great physical harm R...

Page 2: ...Shutdown 6 Components 7 Operation 8 Preparing for Operation 8 Care and Maintenance 8 Appliance Wattage Information 9 Operating Time 9 Connecting the 400 700W Power Inverter 10 Connecting the 200W Powe...

Page 3: ...ency The inverter can operate safely efficiently and reliably only if it is properly located operated and maintained Before operating the equipment Become familiar with and strictly adhere to all loca...

Page 4: ...ound within the regular text body of this manual These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards that they indicate Common sense and strict compliance with the special instructions while performing...

Page 5: ...inverter AND appliances from the power supply when not in use The inverter produces the same potentially lethal AC power as a household outlet It is suggested that it be treated as such Store indoors...

Page 6: ...comprised of sulfuric acid which can be very dangerous and cause severe burns NEVER allow battery fluid to contact eyes skin or clothing If contact or spillage occurs immediately flush the area with w...

Page 7: ...er on the following items Small battery operated appliances such as flashlights razors and night lights Charge these items using a standard household outlet Certain battery chargers for battery packs...

Page 8: ...the retailer The power inverter will shut down if a short circuit occurs The power inverter will shut down if an overload situation occurs The power inverter will shut down due to insufficient ventil...

Page 9: ...power to run equipment with USB power cords G Ventilation Openings Draws air flow through the power inverter to the cooling fan to prevent over heating H Battery Power Cord Connects to the vehicle s...

Page 10: ...nclosed area that contains lead acid batteries for automotive use This type of battery emits explosive hydrogen gas which can be ignited by sparks NEVER operate the power inverter in areas with high l...

Page 11: ...If the appliance power consumption is rated in amps AC simply multiply by the AC volts 115 to determine the wattage Appliances with electric motors require additional power when starting High wattage...

Page 12: ...erter negative DC terminal post 3 Connect the black negative lead to the negative battery terminal 4 Connect the red positive lead to the positive battery terminal 5 Turn the power inverter on 6 Confi...

Page 13: ...ct the black negative ring terminal to the power inverter negative DC terminal post 3 Plugs into the vehicle accessory outlet 4 Turn the power inverter on 5 Confirm the LED indicator is green 6 Turn o...

Page 14: ...to 85C Dry Away from direct sunlight heating units dampness high humidity dirt dust or debris Out of reach of children NOTE ALWAYS disconnect the power inverter when not in use to avoid reducing vehic...

Page 15: ...tight Damaged power inverter Never use a damaged power inverter See the warranty Damaged vehicle fuse Replace vehicle fuse Damaged fuse in vehicle power cord Replace the fuse in the vehicle power cor...

Page 16: ...Green flashing Green On Red On Disconnect appliance s disconnect power inverter wait a few minutes plug in the power inverter and plug in reduced load Over Temperature No 3 short 1 long Green flashin...

Page 17: ...0 800 400 Frequency hertz 60 60 60 Voltage volts under load modified sine wave 115 115 115 DC Power Output USB 2 1A Voltage volts 5 0 5 0 5 0 Maximum Current amperes 2 1 2 1 2 1 DC Power Input Nominal...

Page 18: ...conditioned replacement parts or a comparable equivalent product may be used at Generac s sole discretion The repaired or replaced product will then be subject to the remainder of the Power Inverter s...

Page 19: ...ized parts or repair by an unauthorized agent voids the limited warranty 6 Accessories included with the product or purchased separately for the product are not covered by this limited warranty 7 Remo...

Page 20: ...Manual Part No 0J6495 Revision A 09 23 11...