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INSTALLATION
Your inverter will provide you with continuous electrical power when powered by a reliable 12 volt DC source, such
as a vehicle battery or a multiple battery configuration. This manual does not describe all of the possible
configurations.
Operating Environment
For best operating results, your inverter should be placed on a flat surface, such as the ground, car floor or seat or
other solid surface to help diffuse the heat that is generated. Position the inverter as close to the DC power source
as possible.
The inverter should only be operated in locations that meet the following criteria:
DRY – Do not allow water and/or other liquids to come into contact with the inverter.
COOL – Ambient air temperature should be between 30°F (–1°C) non-condensing and 105°F (40°C). Do not place
the inverter on or near a heating vent or any piece of equipment that is generating heat above room temperature.
Keep the inverter out of direct sunlight.
VENTILATED – Allow at least three inches of clearance from other objects to ensure free air circulation around the
inverter. Never place items on or over the inverter during operation.
SAFE – Do not locate inverters in an area, room or compartment where explosives or flammable fumes might be
present, such as engine rooms, engine compartments and boats or small, unvented battery compartments.
Marine Applications
In all marine applications, DO NOT install the inverter below or near the waterline; and keep the inverter away from
moisture and water.
Use ONLY non-corrosive marine fasteners and fittings for installation. Only connect the inverter’s DC input to
existing wiring (that has been approved for marine use) at the appropriate gauge, cable and length. The cable, fuse
holder and fuse (not supplied) can be purchased at an electrical supply company. Call the manufacturer for
additional installation information.
Quick Operational Test or Emergency Use
You will need:
• A heavy-duty jumper cable set of the specified AWG wire rating (refer to the “Installations” section of this
Instruction Manual)
• A fully-charged automobile battery
• A common slip joint plier for loosening and tightening terminal nuts
PROCEDURE
1. Unscrew nuts in input terminal block.
2. Identify the positive and negative terminals on the 12 volt DC battery (or other 12 volt DC power source) and
identify the positive and negative terminals on the inverter.
3. Using a set of heavy-duty jumper cables, attach the red cable to the inverter’s positive (+) terminal and the black
cable to the inverter’s negative (–) terminal. 4. Connect the clamps on the other ends of the jumper cables to
the corresponding positive (+) and negative (–)
4. Connect the clamps on the other ends of the jumper cables to the corresponding positive (+) and negative (–)
terminals on the 12 volt DC vehicle battery (or other 12 volt DC power source). There may be some minor
sparking.
5. Turn the inverter ON/OFF Switch on.
6. Plug in a lamp with a 100 watt light bulb and switch the lamp on. If the lamp works normally, the inverter is
functioning properly and you can proceed to a permanent installation or continue to use the inverter with low
wattage appliances. If the lamp does not light or does not work correctly:
A. Check all connections and tighten any that may be loose.
B. Ensure that the source battery has adequate charge.
C. If steps A and B do not correct the problem, refer to the “Service Information” section of this Instruction
Manual for assistance.
