Lighter Plug
-
in
12V
-
100W, DC to AC Inverter
Manufactured for:
DC to AC Power Inverter
User
’
s Guide
1
Placement Guidelines
For optimum operation, the
Power Inverter should be Placed on a flat surface such as
the floor of a car. THE LOCATION SHOULD BE:
■
Dry
-
Do not expose to water drip or spray.
■
Cool
-
Operate only in ambient temperatures between
32 F(0C) and 104"F(40C) Keep away from heating vents.
■
Well ventilated
-
Allow at least 2 inches(5 cm)
clearance above and on all sides of the Power Inverter
for proper cooling.
2
Using the Power Inverter
Indicators and Controls
■
The Power Inverter receives its operating power
through its DC Plug that fits standard vehicle cigarette
lighter sockets and 12
-
volt power outlets.
■
The green POWER light indicates AC power is present
at the AC outlet and the Power
■
The red FAULT light indicates inverter shutdown
caused by low or high battery voltage, overload or
excessive temperature.
Read this guide before installing or using the Power
Inverter and save it for future reference.
This Inverter is an ultra compact and highly portable
power system. It is the best way to recharge the
Portable Outlet, in your car or boat. Simply plug the
Power Inverter into your car
’
s 12
-
volt lighter outlet.
Then plug the Portable Outlet Power Supply into the
Power Inverter, and plug the other end of the Portable
Outlet into the DC input.
2
Using the Power Inverter
cont.
Inverter Operation
■
Plug the Power Inverter DC Plug into a vehicle's
cigarette lighter or 12
-
volt outlet.
■
The green POWER light indicates AC power is available
at the AC outlet.
■
As the battery charge is used up, battery voltage
begins to fall. When the Power Inverter senses the volt-
age at its DC input has dropped to 10.7 volts, an audio
warning may be provided. When input voltage drops to
10.0 volts, it will automatically shut down to prevent
battery damage. The red FAULT light illuminates.
■
If it exceeds a safe operating temperature, due to
insufficient ventilation or a high temperature environ-
ment, it will automatically shut down. The red FAULT
light will turn on and the audio warning may sound.
■
Should a defective battery charging system cause the
battery voltage to rise to dangerously high levels, it auto-
matically shuts down. The red FAULT light will turn on.
CAUTION!
Although the Power Inverter incorporates
protection against overvoltage, it may still be damaged if
the input voltage exceeds 16 volts.
■
In the event of an overload, low battery voltage or
overheating, the Power Inverter will automatically shut
down. (See Section 5.)
Interference with Electronics Equipment
Generally, most AC products operate with the Power
Inverter just as they would with household AC power.
Buzzing Sound in Audio Systems
-
Some inexpensive ste-
reo systems and "boom boxes" have inadequate internal
power supply filtering and
“
buzz
”
slightly when powered
by the Power Inverter.
Battery Operating Time
When using the Inverter, operating time will vary de-
pending on the charge level of the battery, its capacity
and the power level drawn by the particular AC load.
When using a vehicle battery as a power source, it is
strongly recommended to start the vehicle every hour or
two to recharge the battery before its capacity drops too
low. The Power Inverter can operate while the engine is
running, but the normal voltage drop that occurs during
starting may trigger the Power Inverter's low voltage
shutdown feature.
Because the Power Inverter draws less than 0.15 amps
with the ON/OFF switch in the ON position and with no
AC products connected, it has minimal impact on battery
operating times.
