• Install the selected fuse to the fuse holder.
• Turn Disconnect Switch to ON position.
Connect unit with provided accessories (Battery Clips or Lighter Plug Cable)
Using the Lighter Plug Cable: (SW1204 series and MW1204 series only)
CAUTION: Due to the limitations of the 12V lighter plug socket in vehicles, the unit should be
used with the DC cable with lighter plug only to supply AC power to products that require
150W (120VAC/1.3 A or 230V/0.65A) or less. If the appliance requires more than 150W, use
the DC Battery Cable Clips for battery connection.
• Attach the red ring-type connector to the positive (+) DC terminal (red) on the power
inverter and connect the black ring type connector to the negative (-) DC terminal (black)
on the Power inverter.
• Tighten the nut on each DC terminal.
• Insert the light plug of this cable to the fused 12V lighter plug socket.
• Unit is ready for use.
Using the Battery Clips Cable:
CAUTION: Please be sure all the connections are tight before the use of the unit.
• Attach the red ring-type connector to the positive (+) DC terminal (red) on the power
inverter and connect the black ring type connector to the negative (-) DC terminal (black)
on the Power inverter.
• Attach the negative (black) clip to the negative (-) battery terminal.
• Attach the positive (red) clip to the fuse or circuitry breaker of the 12V battery bank as
indicated on ‘Typical Wiring block diagram of the Power Inverter’ on page 5.
• Unit is ready for use.
Test the Power Inverter:
• Turn unit on by switching the On/Off button to ‘ON’ or ‘Power Save OFF’ position on the unit.
The ‘Power’ light turns on indicating the Power Inverter is ON. AC output is now available.
• 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.
Test the GFCI Monthly (for unit come with GFCI socket only):
• Turn unit on and plug a small AC load (40W light bulb) to the GFCI socket.
• Check the AC Load is ON.
• Press the ‘TEST’ button on the GFCI socket, the socket will trip and the AC load turns OFF.
• Press the ‘RESET’ button to reset the GFCI and the AC Load will turns back ON.
• GFCI is 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
inverter.
• For MW series, do not plug surge-protected power bars to the AC Output socket of the unit
Some surge protected components on the surge-protected power bar may not like the
modified sinewave output generate by the MW series inverter.
For SW Series with Power Save Mode:
Turn on the unit in ‘Power Save OFF’ mode
• Toggle the 3 position switch to ‘Power Save OFF’ position (bottom) to turn unit ON in
normal operation.
• Continuous AC Output is available at the AC output socket. Green ‘Power’ indicator will
turn ON and5V USB is available.
• Toggle the switch to middle position to turn unit off. ‘Power’ indicator will turn off.
Turn on the unit in ‘Power Save ON’ mode
• Toggle the 3 position switch to ‘Power Save ON’ position to turn unit ON with Power Save
feature. Green ‘Power’ indicator will turn ON, 5V USB is available.
• If no load or < 10W load is connected to the AC output of the unit, the RED ‘Fault’ LED will
flash, this indicates ‘Power Save’ mode is ON. The unit will provide few AC cycle for every
5 seconds.
• If >10W AC load is connected to the unit, the RED ‘Fault’ indicator will turn OFF indicating
that continuous AC output is provided.
Note: This special ‘Power Save’ mode is designed to let the unit run in standby mode and
check for any AC load with more than 10W every 5 seconds. If load connected is >10W, a
continuous AC Output is provided. The unit will automatically return to standby mode when
AC load connected drops to < 5W.
For MW Series or SW series without Power Save Mode:
Turn ON and OFF the unit
•
Toggle the On/Off switch to ‘ON’ position to turn unit ON.
•
‘Power’ indicator will turn ON indicates AC Output power is available.
•
Toggle the On/Off switch to ‘Off’ position to turn unit off. ‘Power’ indicator will turn off.
Understanding the LED indicators
‘Power’ Indicator: Illuminated indicates unit is ON.
‘Fault’ indicator:
Illuminated continuously indicates fault was detected. Unit has shutdown. To reset unit,
remove the fault condition and reset unit by using the toggle switch and turn unit off and on
again.
For SW series with ‘Power Save Mode’ function, ‘Fault’ indicator flashing indicates ‘Power
Save’ mode is ON and power consumption on AC load is <10W.
Understanding the Fan Operation
The fan on the unit is load activated. It will automatically turn on when AC output power exceed
the pre-set values (~ 200W).
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 inverter protection system during start up or
surge period. A higher power inverter is required for those appliances.
Important: For Modified Sinewave Inverter MW series,
some appliances like speed controllers
found in some fans, power tools and some power tools’ AC charger may not like the modified
sine wave generate by the inverter, those appliances may not work or may be damaged if they
are connected to the inverter. If you are unsure about powering any device with the inverter,
contact the manufacturer of the device.
Estimated Run time on Load
Following run time is an estimate based on using a 12V-120AH battery bank for 12V system
and 24V-60AH battery bank 24V system. 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
Flooded Light
500W
1 hr
Sump Pump (1/2 hp)
350W
Not applicable (surge too high)
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Symptom
Solution
The unit is off
Turn unit ON using the toggle switch
No AC output and
‘Power’ LED is OFF
No power to
inverter
Check fuse or the Disconnect switch (if
installed) is either blown or turned OFF
No AC output. ‘Fault’
indicator is ON
Unit has detected
fault and has
shutdown
Verify the fault condition (the load
connected may be too high). Make
correction and reset unit.
‘Fault’ indicator is
Flashing. AC Load
connected is turning
ON and OFF (For
unit with “Power
Save’ Feature only
‘Power Save’
mode is in use and
the AC load
connected is
<10W
Unit is normal.
Power consumption on AC load
connected is <10W, switch unit to
‘Power Save OFF’ mode to have a
continuous output or increase the AC
load to >10W.
6. SPECIFICATIONS
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notices.
Specifications MW1204
SW1204
MW1204i
SW1204i
SW2405
SW2405i
Inverter
AC Output Power
400 Watt
500 Watt
AC Output Current
3.33A
1.74A
4.17A
2.17A
AC Surge Power
800 Watt
AC Output Voltage
120Vac
60Hz
230Vac
50Hz
120Vac
60Hz
230Vac
50Hz
AC Output Waveform
True Sinewave (<3% THD)
DC Input Voltage
12.5 VDC
25.0 VDC
No
Load
Current
<0.3A N/A <0.3A N/A
N/A
No Load Current
(Power Save OFF)
N/A
< 0.8 A
N/A
< 0.8 A
<0.5 A
No Load Current
(Power Save ON)
N/A
< 0.1 A
N/A
< 0.1A
<0.1 A
DC Operating Range
10.5 – 15.75VDC
21.0 – 31.0 VDC
Under Voltage Alarm
11.0 VDC
22.4 VDC
UV Shutdown
10.5 VDC
21.0 VDC
UV Recovery
12.0 VDC
23.6 VDC
OV Shutdown
15.75 VDC
31.0 VDC
AC Output Socket
NEMA
5-15
NEMA
5-15
(GFCI)
EU, AU, UK
NEMA
5-15
(GFCI)
EU,
AU,
UK
DC Output
USB Output (5V)
N/A
2.1A
N/A
2.1A
2.1A
2.1A
Safety and Environmental
Agency Markings
cETLus *
cETLus *
N/A
CE
cETLus *
CE
Operating Temp.
0
Ԩ
to 40
Ԩ
(32
Ԭ
to 104
Ԭ
)
Storage Temp.
-20
Ԩ
to 60
Ԩ
(-4
Ԭ
to 140
Ԭ
)
Relative Humidity
5 - 90% noncondensing
Operating Altitude
Up to 6,560ft (2000 m) above sea level
Weights and Dimensions
Weights
0.73 kg
1.73 kg
0.80 kg
1.73 kg
1.73 kg
Dimensions
(LxWxH)
MW1204: 152 x 101 x 51 mm,
MW1204i: 158 x 105 x 67 mm
SW Series: 312 x 175 x 87mm
* The product is conforms to UL STD.458 and 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.
