1.0 INTRODUCTION
Your new Vector MAXX SST inverter is one in a series of the most advanced DC
to AC inverters available. With proper care and appropriate usage, it will
provide years of dependable service in your car, truck, RV or boat.
The MAXX SST supplies continuous power and peak watts, in the form of three
plug-in outlets ready to deliver 110/120VAC power whenever and wherever
you need it! This inverter has enough power to run most
household or electronic appliances. Added safety features include automatic
shutdown and a low battery alarm to prevent damage to your battery.
This Power Inverter is configured with the latest Soft Start Technology (SST).™
Before introduction of Soft-Start, high start-up currents from large inductive loads
could shut down the inverter. Soft Start improves inverter operation by:
1. Gradual voltage ramp-up during inverter start-up. This eliminates failed cold
starts under load.
2. Output that momentarily dips in voltage and quickly recovers to allow
large motorized loads to start. This eliminates almost all shutdowns from
momentary overloads.
3. This power inverter also incorporates a new cooling technology. The new
design cools the power transistors more efficiently, and combined with Soft
Start, dramatically increases reliability and the life of the product.
1.1 BASIC TOUR OF THE MAXX SST™ MODEL INVERTER
AC power is supplied via three standard North American grounded, plug-in
receptacles (U-ground) as shown in
FIGURE 1 (#1)
. This allows the connection and
operation of most 110/120VAC powered electrical and electronic
appliances.
Other front panel items are:
One green LED (#2) that lights when the inverter is operating.
One combination over-temperature and overload LED (#3). If this lights, the
inverter will automatically shut down.
One on/off switch (#4) that shuts off the AC output and all inverter functions.
The on/off switch is also used to reset the inverter, after shut down, due to overload
or over-temperature condition.
FIGURE 2
shows the back panel DC connectors and fan locations. Note: The
fan only operates when the inverter’s load requires it to operate. It shuts off
when cooling is not required.
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