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VEC061

OWNER’S MANUAL

& WARRANTY INFORMATION

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING

SAFETY, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT.

BEFORE USE, READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS, WARNINGS,

INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS, PLUS YOUR VEHICLE’S BATTERY

MANUFACTURER GUIDELINES. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN

INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE

4140 SW 28TH WAY, FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33312

TEL 954-584-4446 • FAX 954-584-5556

www.vectormfg.com

350 WATT

POWER INVERTER

700 WATT

PEAK

NEW

SOFT START

TECHNOLOGY

Summary of Contents for VEC061

Page 1: ...BEFORE USE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS WARNINGS INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS PLUS YOUR VEHICLE S BATTERY MANUFACTURER GUIDELINES FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE 4140 SW 28TH WAY FT LAUDERDALE FL 33312 TEL 954 584 4446 FAX 954 584 5556 www vectormfg com 350 WATT POWER INVERTER 700 WATT PEAK NEW SOFT START TECHNOLOGY ...

Page 2: ...is is not a toy keep away from children CAUTIONS 1 Do not use with positive ground electrical systems the majority of modern automobiles RVs trucks and boats are negative ground Reverse polarity connection will result in a blown fuse and may cause permanent damage to the inverter and will void warranty 2 This inverter will not operate high wattage appliances or equipment that produce heat such as ...

Page 3: ...4 1 Power Source Requirements 6 7 4 2 Connection to Power Source 7 8 4 3 Connection to Load 8 9 4 4 Placement of Inverter 9 5 OPERATING TIPS 10 5 1 Rated Versus Actual Current Draw of Equipment 10 5 2 Battery Operating Time 10 6 PROTECTIVE FEATURES OF INVERTER 11 7 COMMON PROBLEMS 12 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 12 13 9 FUSE REPLACEMENT 13 10 SPECIFICATIONS 14 11 GOLD SEAL WARRANTY 14 15 16 ...

Page 4: ...ductive loads could shut down the inverter Three major features are incorporated in SST First gradual voltage ramp up during inverter startup This eliminates failed cold starts under load Second output that momentarily dips in voltage and quickly recovers to allow large motorized loads to start This eliminates most shutdowns from momentary overloads Last the inverter automatically re starts when a...

Page 5: ... is the actual inverter stage that converts the high voltage DC into 110 volts 60 Hz AC The DC to DC converter stage uses modern high frequency power conversion techniques that have replaced the bulky transformers found in less technologically advanced models The inverter stage uses advanced power MOSFET transistors in a full bridge configuration This ensures excellent overload capability and the ...

Page 6: ...ill be a pure sine wave These meters will not read the RMS voltage of a modified sine wave correctly They will read about 20 to 30 volts low when measuring the output of the inverter For accurate measurement of the output voltage of this unit use a true RMS reading voltmeter such as a Fluke 87 Fluke 8060A Fluke 77 99 series Beckman 4410 or Triplett 4200 FIGURE 4 Modified Sine Wave and Sine Wave Co...

Page 7: ...plied battery clips when operating above 150 Watts NOTE Most automobile cigarette lighter circuits use fuses rated at 15 to 20 Amps or greater To operate over 150 watt to a full 350 watt output either use the battery clip cables supplied or directly wire to the power source with user supplied wire and fuse Caution Reverse polarity connection will result in a blown fuse and may cause permanent dama...

Page 8: ...the wire to the Positive terminal of the inverter 5 Connect a length of wire between the inverter s negative terminal and the DC power source negative terminal 6 Connect a short length of wire to the other terminal of the fuse holder or circuit breaker Mark it POSITIVE or 7 Connect the free end of the fuse or breaker wire to the positive terminal of the DC power source battery 8 Insert a 50 Amp fu...

Page 9: ...is plugged into an AC receptacle The MAXX350SST is easily capable of running most chargers and transformers 4 4 PLACEMENT OF THE INVERTER For best operating results the inverter should be placed on a flat surface such as the ground car floor or seat or other solid surface A power cord measuring 3 feet 1 0 meter has been provided for easy positioning of the inverter The inverter should only be used...

Page 10: ... as well as some televisions may require 2 to 6 times their wattage rating to start up The most demanding in this category are those that start under load such as compressors and pumps Testing is the only definitive way to determine whether a specific load can be started and how long it can run The unit will simply shut down if it is overloaded To restart the unit after a shutdown due to overloadi...

Page 11: ...it condition will usually result in an external fuse being blown Overload Protection The inverter will automatically shut down when the continuous draw exceeds 350SST watts Over Temperature Protection When the temperature sensor inside the MAXX350SST reaches 150 degrees F the unit will automatically shut down Allow the unit to cool for at least 15 minutes before restarting after a heat related shu...

Page 12: ...em is to use a higher quality sound system that incorporates a higher quality power amplified supply Television Interference The Vector MAXX350SST is shielded to minimize interference with TV signals However in some instances some interference may still be visible particularly with weak TV signals Try the following corrective measures Position the inverter as far as possible from the television th...

Page 13: ...g TROUBLE INDICATION POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED REMEDY Low battery alarm Bad connection or wiring Tighten all DC sounds continuously connections Low battery Low battery voltage Recharge battery alarm sounds Remove load from inverter while recharging battery Motorized power tool Excessive start up load If appliance does not start won t start then appliance is drawing excessive wattage and will not wo...

Page 14: ... is best to return the unit to Vector for repair Vector Technical Support can be reached by calling 954 584 4446 extension 19 or toll free 866 584 5504 You may also contact us by visiting our website www vectormfg com 10 SPECIFICATIONS Output Connection Dual North American Standard Receptacles Output Voltage Approx 110 VAC RMS 60 Hz Output Current 3 2 Amps Continuous Output Watts 350 Peak Output W...

Page 15: ...sories or damage to units from misuse or incorrect installation Misuse includes wiring or connecting to improper polarity power sources RETURN REPAIR POLICY Defective products other than accessories may be returned postage prepaid to Vector Manufacturing Any defective product other than accessories that is returned to Vector Manufacturing within 30 days of the date of purchase will be replaced fre...

Page 16: ... on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the exclusions or limitations stated herein may not apply This warranty gives the purchaser specific legal rights other rights which vary from state to state may apply TO REQUEST WARRANTY SERVICE FOR THIS PRODUCT Contact Vector Manufacturing Technical Support by telephone fax or mail We ...

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