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4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CONNECTING THE CONVERTER
IMPORTANT: Make sure you connect your converter to a 12V power supply only.
1.
Remove the cigarette lighter from its outlet.
2.
Push the 12 volt power plug firmly into the outlet.
ATTENTION: Failure to make the correct connections will result in blown
fuses and permanent damage to the converter.
3.
The LED indicator light should glow GREEN, verifying the converter is
receiving power.
NOTE: You may hear a “buzzing” sound being emitted from the cooling fan.
4.
Make sure the device to be operated is turned OFF.
5.
Plug the device into the converter’s AC outlet or USB port.
6.
Turn the device on.
7.
To disconnect, reverse the above procedure.
NOTE: If more than one device is to be powered, start one device at a time to
avoid a power surge and overloading the converter. The surge load of each
device should not exceed the converter’s Continuous Operation wattage rate.
5. POWER SOURCE
Your average automobile or marine battery at full charge will provide an
ample power supply to the converter for approximately 3 hours when the
engine is off. The actual length of time the converter will function depends on
the age and condition of the battery and the power demand being placed by
the device being operated with the converter.
If you decide to use the converter while the engine is off, we recommend
you turn OFF the device plugged into the converter and disconnect the
converter’s plug from the 12 volt accessory outlet before starting the engine.
To maintain battery power, start the engine every 2 to 3 hours and let it run
for approximately 10 minutes to recharge the battery.
Although it is not necessary to disconnect the converter when turning over the
engine, it may briefly cease to operate as the battery voltage decreases. While
the converter draws very low amperage when not in use, it should be unplugged,
to avoid battery drain.