• Proper cooling is essential when operating this unit. Do not place it near a heat
source or in direct sunlight.
• The inverter may become uncomfortably warm, reaching 165° F (74° C) under
extended high power operation. During operation, keep it away from materials that
may be affected by high temperatures. Do not operate the CPI100B in a pocket.
• The cells inside the POWER TO GO
®
contain toxic substances. Do not use the
POWER TO GO
®
if the casing is broken or if it emits an unusual odor, produces
excessive heat, or leaks. Avoid contact with any substance that leaks from the
POWER TO GO
®
. Do not attempt to open the POWER TO GO
®
. Do not insert any
object into the POWER TO GO
®
or use any device to pry at the casing.
• Do not insert foreign objects into the AC outlet or USB charging ports. This
may cause unit to short circuit.
• Grip the inverter carefully when inserting or removing an AC plug. Keep your
fingers clear of the AC outlet. Ensure that your fingers do not contact the prongs of
an AC plug when the plug is partially inside the inverter.
CAUTION: Some chargers for small rechargeable batteries can be damaged
if connected to the POWER TO GO
®
. Do not use the POWER TO GO
®
with the
following appliances:
a) Small battery-operated appliances like rechargeable flashlights, some
rechargeable shavers, and night lights that are plugged directly into an AC
receptacle to recharge.
b) Battery chargers used in hand power tools. These chargers display a
warning label stating that dangerous voltages are present at the charger
battery terminals.
• Pull charging cord by plug rather than cord when disconnecting the 120 Volt
AC Charging Adapter from the unit.
• Use only the supplied 500 mA 120 Volt AC Charging Adapter to recharge this
unit. Contact manufacturer for replacement.
• ALWAYS turn the POWER TO GO
®
OFF when it is not in use.
CAUTION: Do not connect live AC power to the POWER TO GO
®
outlets. This
will damage the inverter, and the damage is not covered by warranty.
• Do not connect any AC load that has its neutral conductor connected to
ground to the POWER TO GO
®
inverter.
• This inverter will not operate high wattage appliances or equipment that
produce heat, such as hair driers, microwave ovens and toasters. It only powers
up to 100 watts for 5 minutes, or 80 watts continuous.
• This unit has not been tested for use with medical devices.
• Read this Instruction Manual before using this unit.
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