on the Power inverter.
• Attach the negative (black) clip to the negative (-) battery terminal.
• Attach the positive (red) clip to the fuse or circuit breaker of the 12V battery bank as
indicated on ‘Installation Preparation’ diagram.
• Unit is ready for use.
Connect unit for Permanent use (cable not provided)
• Unit is for indoor use only, choose an appropriate mounting location.
• Orientation: Unit can be mounted in any direction.
• Use mounting template below to mark the positions of the mounting screws. Drill the 4
mounting holes and place the inverter in position and fasten the inverter to the mounting
surface.
• Use of low resistance wire is required for all the DC connections between the inverter and
the battery bank.
• Uses minimum #8 AWG wire with maximum cable length of 5 feet for the Inverter system.
• Connect one end of the negative DC input cable to the Power Inverter DC negative (black)
M6 terminal.
• Connect the other end of the negative DC input cable to the battery negative terminal.
• Make sure the Disconnect Switch is in the OFF position.
• Connect one end of the positive DC input cable to the Inverter DC positive (red) M6
terminal.
• Connect the other end of the positive DC input cable to one of the terminals of the
Disconnect Switch.
• Connect a DC input cable between the other terminal of the Disconnect Switch and one
side of the terminal of the fuse holder.
• Connect a DC input cable between the other terminal of the fuse holder and the battery
positive terminal.
• Install the selected fuse to the fuse holder.
• Turn Disconnect Switch to ON position.
Remote Switch (optional) Connection:
• The unit comes with a Remote port and an optional KISAE ‘Remote Switch’ accessory
(RM1201-00) can be used to turn unit On and OFF remotely. To install the ‘Remote
Switch’, just connect the switch’s RJ12 plug to the RJ12 ‘Remote’ port located at the
Front AC panel of the Power inverter. Please note polarity when connecting the plug.
• The Power On/Off push button on the remote share the same function as the green
‘On/Off’ button on the main unit.
Use of the Ignition Start Function on unit:
•
An ‘Ignition Start’ port is located at the Front AC Panel of the unit using a ¼” width spade
terminal. This port is used for turning the unit On and OFF using a +12V signal. An
insulated female connector is required to connect to the port.
•
Connecting to +12V will turn ON the unit and removing the +12V signal will turn OFF the
unit.
Power Inverter Test after installation:
• Press and hold the green ‘On/Off’ button on the unit to turn ON the unit.
• Check that the ‘Status’ indicator turns to solid green.
• Plug in a small AC load like a 40W table lamp or small appliance to the AC socket to verify
AC is available.
• The unit is successfully installed and functioning properly.
4. UNIT OPERATION
WARNING: RISK OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Do not connect an AC power source like utility power or generator to the AC outlets of the
unit.
Turn ON and OFF the unit
• Press and hold the green ‘On/Off’ button for about a second to turn ON the unit.
• ‘Status’ indicator in green color indicates AC Output power is available.
•
Press again the green ‘On/Off’ button to turn OFF the unit and the ‘Status’ indicator will
turn off.
Understanding the ‘Status’ indicator and the unit warning and fault alarm
‘Status’ indicator:
• Illuminated in green indicates unit is ON. AC is available at the AC Output Socket.
• Illuminated in green and alarm is beeping once every 2 second indicates a warning
signal from the unit. The unit is close to shutdown with one or more of the following
warning conditions:
Over Temperature Warning: Unit internal temperature is high. Unit requires better
ventilation.
DC Under Voltage Warning: DC Input Voltage is low and is close to the unit under
voltage shutdown limit. Checking on battery voltage or battery connection is required.
• Illuminated in red and alarm is beeping once every second indicates AC Output has
shutdown due to the following conditions:
Over Temperature Shutdown: Reduce the AC load connected to the unit and provide
more ventilation to the unit. AC Output will automatically restart when the internal
temperature cools down.
DC Over Voltage Shutdown / DC Under Voltage Shutdown: Check the battery voltage.
On the first 30 seconds, AC Output will resume when battery voltage is corrected to
the unit operating range. If the battery voltage shutdown condition is ignored, the unit
will latch OFF completely after 30 seconds and restart the unit using
green ‘On/Off’
button is required after the battery voltage is corrected.
AC Output Overload Shutdown: Check AC Load connected to the unit. AC Output is
short circuited or AC Power draw by the load is beyond the unit’s limit. The indicator
and alarm will beep for about 30 seconds before it latched OFF completely. Restart the
unit using the
green ‘On/Off’
button is required after the AC Load condition is
corrected.
Understanding the Fan Operation
The fan on the unit is AC load and internal temperature activated. It will automatically turn on
when AC output power exceeds the pre-set values (~ 200W) and turn off when AC output
power is reduced to 150W. It will also automatically turn on when it senses the internal
components have reached to around 80°C (176°F) and turn off when temperature drops to
below 60°C (140°F)
.
AC Load on Power Inverter
Although the Power Inverter can provide high surge power up to two times the rated output
power, some appliances may still trigger on the unit protection system during start up or
surge period. A higher power inverter is required for those appliances.
Estimated Run time on Load
Following run time is an estimate based on using a 12V-120AH battery bank. Actual runtime
may vary.
Load
Consumption
Estimate Run time
Cordless Phone
5W
150 hrs
Clock / Radio
8W
100 hrs
Table Lamp
40W / 60W
27 hrs / 18 hrs
Small Freezer (8.8 cu. ft.)
80W
15 hrs
20” LCD TV
100W
11.5 hrs
Sump Pump (1/2 hp)
350W
Not applicable (surge too high)
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Symptom
Solution
The unit is off
Turn unit ON
No AC output and
‘Status’ light is
OFF
No power to inverter
Check fuse or the Disconnect switch (if
installed) is either blown or turned OFF
‘Status’ indicator
is in green (alarm
beeps every 2
seconds)
Unit has detected a
warning and is going
to shutdown
Verify the warning condition and make
adjustment. See “Understanding the
‘Status’ indicator and the unit warning
and fault alarm in this manual
‘Status’ indicator
is in red (alarm
beeps every
second)
AC Output has
shutdown
Check unit condition and make correction.
See “Understanding the ‘Status’
indicator and the unit warning and fault
alarm” in this manual
6. SPECIFICATIONS
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notices.
Specifications SL1204
SL1204i
Inverter
AC Output Power
400 Watt
AC Output Current
3.33A
1.74A
AC Surge Power
800 Watt
AC Output Voltage
120Vac / 60Hz
230Vac / 50Hz
AC Output Waveform
True Sinewave (<5% THD)
DC Input Voltage
12.5 VDC
No Load Current
< 0.8 A
DC Operating Range
10.5 – 15.9 VDC
Under Voltage Alarm
11.0 VDC
Under Voltage Alarm Recovery
11.3 VDC
Under Voltage Shutdown
10.5 VDC
Under Voltage Recovery
12.0 VDC
Over Voltage Shutdown
15.9 VDC
Over Voltage Recovery
15.0 VDC
AC Output Socket
NEMA 5-15
EU, AU, UK
Safety and Environmental
Agency Markings
cETLus*
CE LVD, EMC,
Operating Temp.
0 to 40 (32 to 104 )
Storage Temp.
-20 to 60 (-4 to 140 )
Relative Humidity
5 - 90% non-condensing
Operating Altitude
Up to 6,560ft (2000 m) above sea level
Weights and Dimensions
Weights
1.1 kg
1.1 kg
Dimensions
8.5 x 6 x 2.6” (218 x 152 x 66 mm)
* The product conforms to UL STD.458 and is certified to CSA STD. C22.2 No.107.1
7. WARRANTY
One Year Limited Warranty
The limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this unit, and it sets forth all the
responsibilities of KISAE. There is no other warranty, other than those described herein. Any
implied warranty of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose on this unit is limited in
duration to the duration of this warranty.
This unit is warranted, to the original purchaser only, to be free of defects in materials and
workmanship for one year from the date of purchase without additional charge. The warranty
does not extend to subsequent purchasers or users.
Manufacturer will not be responsible for any amount of damage in excess of the retail
purchase price of the unit under any circumstances. Incidental and consequential damages are
specifically excluded from coverage under this warranty.
This unit is not intended for commercial use. This warranty does not apply to damage to units
from misuse or incorrect installation/connection. Misuse includes wiring or connecting to
improper polarity power sources.
Return/Repair Policy:
If you are experiencing any problems with your unit, please contact our customer service
department [email protected] or Phone
1-877-897-5778
before returning product to
retail store. After speaking to a customer service representative, if products are deemed non-
working or malfunctioning, the product may be returned to the purchasing store within 30 days
of original purchase. Any defective unit that is returned to manufacturer within 30 days of the
date of purchase will be replaced free of charge. If such a unit is returned more than 30 days
but less than one year from the purchase date, manufacturer will repair the unit or, at its option,
replace it, free of charge. If the unit is repaired, new or reconditioned replacement parts may
be used, at manufacturer’s option. A unit may be replaced with a new or reconditioned unit of
the same or comparable design. The repaired or replaced unit will then be warranted under
these terms for the remainder of the warranty period. The customer is responsible for the
shipping charges on all returned items.
Limitations:
This warranty does not cover accessories, such as adapters and batteries, damage or defects
result from normal wear and tear (including chips, scratches, abrasions, discoloration or fading
due to usage or exposure to sunlight), accidents, damage during shipping to our service facility,
alterations, unauthorized use or repair, neglect, misuse, abuse, failure to follow instructions for
care and maintenance, fire and flood.
If your problem is not covered by his warranty, call our Customer Service Department
[email protected] or
1-877-897-5778
for general information if applicable.
Service Contact Information
Email:[email protected]
Phone: 1-877-897-5778
www.kisaepower.com
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