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Feature Identification
Universal AC Outlet:
This outlet allows you to connect
equipment via more than 20 international AC plug types,
including plugs common throughout Europe, Asia and Latin
America.
Illuminated ON/OFF Switch:
When you set the switch to the
ON position, the Inverter provides AC power by converting DC
power from the connected battery. Set the switch to the OFF
position to shut down the Inverter and conserve the battery's
charge when you are not using connected equipment. Also set
the switch to the OFF position to reset the Inverter if it has shut
down due to low battery or overload. See the
Operation
section
for more information.
Cooling Fan:
This fan regulates the internal temperature of the
Inverter and prolongs service life.
DC Power Terminals:
These positive and negative terminals
connect to the battery via user-supplied cabling. See the
Battery
Connection
section for instructions.
Main Ground Screw:
Connect to earth ground or to a vehicle
or boat grounding system in order to properly ground the
Inverter. See the
Battery Connection
section for instructions.
Low Battery Alarm (not shown):
An internal circuit
automatically detects low battery voltage and shuts down the
Inverter to preserve your vehicle's battery. Turn the ON/OFF
switch to the OFF position if the alarm sounds. See the
Operation
section for more information.
Overload Alarm (not shown):
An internal circuit
automatically detects overload conditions and shuts down the
Inverter as a protective measure. Turn the ON/OFF switch to the
OFF position if the alarm sounds. See the
Operation
section for
more information.
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Operation
Operating Modes
After mounting and connecting your Inverter according to the
instructions in this manual, use the illuminated ON/OFF switch to
choose the Inverter's operating mode.
ON:
When you set the switch to the ON position, the Inverter
provides AC power to connected equipment by converting DC
power from your vehicle's battery.
OFF:
Set the switch to the OFF position to shut down the Inverter
completely, preventing it from drawing power from your vehicle's
battery. Also set the switch to the OFF position to reset the Inverter
if it has shut down due to low battery or overload.
Resetting the Inverter
The inverter may shut down and cease supplying AC power under
certain conditions in order to protect itself, the battery and
connected equipment. Follow these instructions to restore normal
operation:
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Low Battery Alarm Reset:
If the Inverter has shut down due to
low battery, (1) set the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position,
(2) allow the Inverter to cool, (3) start the vehicle's engine to
recharge the battery, (4) allow the battery to recharge completely
and (5) set the ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
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Overload Alarm Reset:
If the Inverter has shut down due to
overload, (1) set the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position,
(2) allow the Inverter to cool, (3) remove the equipment that
caused the overload, (4) confirm that any equipment now
connected does not exceed the rated wattage of the Inverter and
(5) set the ON/OFF switch to the ON position.