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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the APS-100. To reduce 
the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to person or equipment; carefully read the following 
before you use the power supply. Please read all cautionary markings on both the APS-100 
and on the product that you will connect to the power supply.

WARNINGS

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This product is not recommended for outdoor use. 

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Do not expose the power supply to excessive moisture. 

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This product is not intended to be used as a stand alone battery charger. lt is designed for the 

purpose of providing supplemental power when a DC power generator isn’t available. 

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Do not connect the APS-100 to a battery that is deeply discharged. The initial high level of current 

draw will force the power supply into current limit mode for prolonged periods. This type of use is 

harmful to the power supply. 

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When used as a supplemental power supply, the APS-100 will not damage connected batteries. 

When a connected battery reaches a fully charged state, the APS-100 will decrease its output cur-

rent to a safe level by degree. 

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Make sure the power supply is securely mounted to avoid injury or damage to the unit. 

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The power supply should be operated only from a standard AC outlet that provides 120V AC/60Hz 

(220V AC/50Hz APS-100x), as indicated on the label. 

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Do not overload AC power outlets to avoid danger of electric shock and fire. A minimum current of 

20A will be required. 

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Avoid using extension cords. 

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The power plug is polarized for safety. Do not defeat the ground feature. 

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Do not block or cover the power supply’s cooling fan openings to avoid overheating. 

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Unplug the power supply during lightning storms to avoid power surge damage. 

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If your unit should require service or new parts contact the manufacturer. Do not attempt to service 

the unit.

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Summary of Contents for APS-100

Page 1: ...Owners Manual Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new power supply Should your PowerBass AutoSound power supply ever require service you will need to have the original d...

Page 2: ...AutoSound power supply Caution High powered audio systems in a vehicle are capable of generating higher then Live Concert levels of sound pressure Continued exposure to excessively high volume sound...

Page 3: ...to 100 amps of continuous power The APS 100 Is a versatile piece of equipment that can be used in several applications such as retail audio displays show cars and test benches Adjustable regulated ou...

Page 4: ...mode for prolonged periods This type of use is harmful to the power supply When used as a supplemental power supply the APS 100 will not damage connected batteries When a connected battery reaches a f...

Page 5: ...To avoid risk of damage to both the power supply and the connected device Verify and follow the correct polarity when connecting the power supply to the device Do not let the ends of the positive and...

Page 6: ...power disconnect the power supply from the device then turn the power supply on again If the power supply now operates normally verify the connected device does not require more than 100 amps of curre...

Page 7: ...WIRING EXAMPLE SINGLE APS 100 MULTIPLE BATTERIES Fuse all connected devices as recommended by the manufacturer 7...

Page 8: ...e circuit In the example below the four parallel units of APS 100 will supply about 400A of current NOTE Voltage adjustment is controlled only by the master power supply in this configuration WARNING...

Page 9: ...Less Than 5 Efficiency More Than 85 Overload Protection FUSE 20A 250V Input Voltage 120V Output Ripple 150 mV RMS Design Switching Type Protection Temperature 75 C Cooling Fan 4PCS 40 x 40 x 10mm Inp...

Page 10: ...on Less Than 5 Efficiency More Than 85 Overload Protection FUSE 10A 250V Input Voltage 220V Output Ripple 150mV RMS Design Switching Type Protection Temperature 75 C Cooling Fan 4PCS 40 x 40 x 10mm In...

Page 11: ...iquid damage or exposure to excessive heat Attempted repairs or alterations of any nature Product that has not been installed according to this owners manual Any implied warranties including warrantie...

Page 12: ...PowerBass Autosound A division of PowerBass USA Inc 2133 S Green Privado Ontario CA 917161 Tel 909 923 3868 Fax 909 923 8048 www powerbassusa com...

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