Important Cable Information
Substantial power loss and reduced battery operating time results from inverters installed with cables that
are not able to supply full power. Symptoms of low battery power can result from cables that are either
excessively long or an insufficient gauge. Marine installations are also subjected to vibration and stresses
that exceed those of other mobile installations. Therefore, the installer/operator should be especially
aware of the requirements to maintain secure, tight, water-resistant electrical connections and to provide
for strain relief for DC cables and appliance wiring. Cable insulation must be the appropriate type for
the environment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To ensure reliable service, your power inverter must be installed and used properly. Please read the
installation and operating instructions thoroughly prior to installation and use. Pay particular attention to
the WARNING and CAUTION statements in this User’s Manual. The CAUTION statements advise
against certain conditions and practices that may result in damage to your inverter. The WARNING
statements identify conditions or practices that may result in personal injury.
WARNINGS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION OR INJURY:
• NEVER connect to AC distribution wiring.
• Remove appliance plug from outlet strip or turn off inverter before working on the
appliance. Multiple outlet power strips with switches and circuit breakers only
interrupt power to the "hot" receptacle terminals. The "neutral" terminals remain
powered with respect to the "ground" terminals.
• NOT approved for ignition protected areas. Do not make any electrical connections
or disconnections in areas designated as IGNITION PROTECTED.
• This is not a toy — keep away from children.
• This equipment employs components that tend to produce arcs or sparks. DO NOT
install in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials.
• Use this unit in properly ventilated areas ONLY.
• Do not open — there are no user-serviceable parts inside.
• Do not insert foreign objects into the outlets.
• Do not expose the unit to liquids, including water, rain or snow.
CAUTIONS
• Always inspect battery supply connections and cables to ensure they are tight and that cable insulation
is not damaged.
• Do not use with positive ground electrical systems*. Reverse polarity connection will result in a blown
fuse and may cause permanent damage to the inverter and will void warranty.
*The majority of modern automobiles, RVs, trucks and boats are negative ground.
• Grounding the Neutral will cause the inverter to shut down. Do not operate this inverter if it is wet. Do
not install in engine compartment — install in a well ventilated area.
• This inverter has not been not tested for use with medical devices.
• Do not attempt to install or operate this unit while operating a motor vehicle.
APPLIANCE CAUTIONS
NEVER plug small appliances directly into the inverter outlets to recharge nickel-cadmium batteries.
Always use the charger provided with the appliance.
NEVER plug in battery chargers for cordless power tools if the charger carries a warning that dangerous
voltages are present at the battery terminals.
Certain chargers for small nickel-cadmium batteries can be damaged if plugged into the inverters. DO
NOT use inverters with the following two types of equipment.
1. Small, battery-operated appliances such as flashlights, cordless razors and toothbrushes that can
be plugged directly into an AC receptacle to recharge.
2. Battery chargers that have a warning label stating that dangerous voltages are present at the
battery terminals.
The majority of portable appliances do not have this problem. Most portable appliances use separate
transformers or chargers that plug into AC receptacles to supply a low DC or AC voltage output to the
appliance. If the appliance label states that the charger or adapter produces a low DC or AC voltage
output (30 volts or less), there should be no problem powering that charger or adapter.
Some fluorescent lamps may not operate properly with this type of inverter. If the bulb appears to be too
bright, or fails to light, do not use the lamp with this inverter.
Some fans with synchronous motors may slightly increase in speed (RPM) when powered by the inverter.
This is not harmful to the fan or to the inverter.
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