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INSTALLATION TIP

 

To minimize electrical interference, keep the DC power cables as short as possible 

and twist them with 1 to 3 twists per foot.  This minimizes radiated interference 
from the cables. 

 

Permanent Installation 

Figure 3, Wiring the power inverter (SPV-8 shown)

 

 

 
 
 

CAUTION:

 Always use adequate wire size and fusing for any installation 

 

Wiring Steps 

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Disconnect the positive battery terminal before doing any wiring to the inverter. 

 

 

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Using proper sized copper wire and proper terminations, wire the inverter to the electrical 
system and fuse block.  See your local RV dealer or automotive shop for wire, connectors, fuse 
block and other wiring parts.  Tighten all connections firmly, but do not over tighten.  
Remember to recheck all connections every few months of operation. 

 

 

 

SPV-8, SPV-10 and SPV-15

 - Strip ½” of insulation off of the wire and insert into the 

terminal on the inverter.  Do not tin the wire.  Tighten the set screw securely using a proper 
size screwdriver. 

 

 

 

SPV-25

 - Use ring type lugs for a 5/16” post to attach to the wires.  Crimp the lugs to the 

wire and slide the lugs under the nut and tighten securely. 

 

 

Summary of Contents for SPV-10

Page 1: ...User Instructions 800 1000 1500 and 2500 Watt Power Inverters Models SPV 8 SPV 10 SPV 15 and SPV 25...

Page 2: ...your house It is just as dangerous Do not connect the unit to AC distribution wiring such as your house wiring Keep the unit away from water Do not allow water to drip or splash onto the power invert...

Page 3: ...rview 6 Step 1 Mounting the Inverter 6 Step 2 Wiring Inverter to 12 Volt Power 7 Temporary Wiring 7 Permanent Installation 8 Wiring Steps 8 Advanced Installation 9 Remote On Off Jack 9 Step 3 Testing...

Page 4: ...AUTION There are a few battery chargers that are not compatible with modified sine wave operation These are typically small rechargeable battery operated devices like razors and flashlights that can b...

Page 5: ...battery or other power source to 115 VAC to run standard household appliances See the section on How it Works to learn more about the technology used in the Sima power inverter Figure 1 DC and AC side...

Page 6: ...ntilation Do not block the air entrance to the fan or block the exhaust holes located on the side or bottom of the unit The unit must be mounted in a dry cool area Do not allow water to drip or splash...

Page 7: ...to connect the correct polarity may cause damage to the power inverter and or your electrical system and is not covered by the warranty Temporary Wiring The power inverter except the SPV 25 because o...

Page 8: ...d copper wire and proper terminations wire the inverter to the electrical system and fuse block See your local RV dealer or automotive shop for wire connectors fuse block and other wiring parts Tighte...

Page 9: ...h multiple batteries you typically wire the system with the batteries in parallel negative to negative and positive to positive with a battery isolator between the positive terminals The isolator allo...

Page 10: ...inverter turned off plug the appliance you want to use into the 115 VAC power outlet on the unit Turn the power switch on the power inverter on so the VOLTAGE meter indicates between 12 and 14 volts T...

Page 11: ...70 watts 19 TV 95 watts 100 watt work light 100 watts Small stereo system 120 watts 3 8 drill 500 watts Small microwave oven 1 100 watts Hair dryer 1 200 watts Large microwave oven 1 700 watts Circul...

Page 12: ...ys Peak cranking amps This has little to do with how long an inverter can supply power so it is not a useful number for inverter operation Battery reserve capacity This number shows how long a battery...

Page 13: ...on The unit will turn off in a few seconds if the red segment lights indicating a excessive current draw Note it is normal not to have any segment lit on the meter when either no load or a very light...

Page 14: ...VAC using high efficiency power MOSFET transistor devices The inverters generate a modified sine wave that works with almost every product on the market CAUTION Do not use the following products with...

Page 15: ...a while and gets hot Inverter is in thermal shutdown mode Allow inverter to cool down and it will reset automatically VOLTS meter indicates 10 5 volts and alarm is on Input voltage is below 10 5 volts...

Page 16: ...reater than 14 5 volts Off Off On On High input voltage above 14 volts On 10 to 10 5 volts Off Off On On Low input voltage 10 5 to 10 0 volts On Less than 10 5 volts Off Off On On Low input voltage le...

Page 17: ...2 750W Output peak 1 600W 2 000W 3 000W 5 000W Frequency 1 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz Outlets 2 2 2 4 Volt meter yes yes yes yes Current meter yes yes yes yes Remote turn on capability yes yes yes yes Pr...

Page 18: ...call Sima at the number listed above to obtain a return authorization number Limitation of Liability and Remedies Sima shall have no liability for any damages due to lost profits loss of use or antic...

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