P A G E 9
Note:
Loose connections can result in a severe decrease in voltage which may cause
damage to the wires and insulation. Failure to make a proper connection between
the inverter and the power source will result in reverse polarity. Reverse polarity will
blow the internal fuses in the inverter and may cause permanent damage to the
inverter. Damage caused by reverse polarity in not covered under the PowerBright
warranty. Making the connection between the Positive terminals may cause a spark
as a result of current flowing to charge capacitors within the inverter. This is a normal
occurrence. Due to the possibility of sparking, however, it is extremely important that
both the inverter and the 12 volt battery be positioned far from any possible source of
flammable fumes or gases. Failure to heed this warning could result in fire or
explosion.
1) Locate the Ground Lug Terminal at the rear of the inverter. Run a wire from
this terminal to a proper grounding point using the shortest practical length
2 AWG wire. You can connect this wire to the chassis of your vehicle or to
the grounding system in your boat. As an alternative when in remote
locations the ground wire can be connected to the earth (one way to
accomplish this is to attach it to a metal rod driven into the ground). Before
connecting the ground, make certain that the inverter is turned off.
Operating the inverter without correctly grounding the unit may result in
electrical shock.
2) Turn On (I) the inverter. Make certain the Over Load LED Indicators are not
lit.
3) Turn OFF (0) the inverter. The Over Load LED may briefly "blink". This is
normal. The internal audible alarm may also sound a short "chirp." This is
also normal.
4) When you have confirmed that the appliance to be operated is turned off,
plug the appliance into one of the two 220v AC Outlets on the front panel of
the inverter.
5) Turn the inverter on.
6) Turn the appliance on.
