Introduction
The Ring PowerSource is an electronic device that converts a low voltage 12v DC current from a battery, or other
power supply and provides 230-240v AC current.
Special attention should be made to
‘Caution’
statements in this user manual.
‘Caution’
statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to your PowerSource or to
equipment that you are using with it.
CAUTION! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK: Before removing any cables from the battery or regulated power
supply that are supplying the PowerSource ensure all accessories are unplugged and that the switch on the
inverter is left ON.
Although the PowerSource is unplugged, internal capacitors will continue to hold a charge of power, by
leaving the switch ON this ensures that this additional power is discharged via the PowerSource circuits.
Output Waveform
The output waveform is referred to as ‘Square wave’ or ‘Modified sine wave’. It is a stepped waveform designed
to have characteristics similar to the sine wave shape of utility power. A waveform of this nature is suitable for
most appliances.
Caution!
• When connecting the PowerSource directly to a battery or other power supply ensure that you observe correct
polarity (Ensure the red (
+
) positive lead is clamped to the positive battery terminal and the black (
-
) negative
lead is attached to the negative battery terminal.
• Do not exceed the maximum input voltage (15 volts DC).
• Do not remove the protective cover under any circumstances, only by a qualified electrician.
• Improper use of the PowerSource can cause damage to property and possible harm to the user.
Power Supply
The battery or power supply must provide between 10.5 and 14.5 volts DC (a car battery will usually provide this)
and must be able to provide sufficient current to operate the load (the item you require to power).
The power supply used may be a battery or a regulated DC power supply. In order to find out if your power supply
is large enough, divide the power consumption of the load (in watts) by the voltage (12v in the case of the
PowerSource) this will give you the current (in amps) that the power supply must deliver.
Example:
Load is rated at 100 watts.
Power supply:
100 / 12v = 8.3 Amps.
Caution! THE RINV1000 AND RINV2000 MUST ONLY BE CONNECTED TO BATTERIES OR REGULATED POWER
SUPPLIES WITH A NOMINAL DC OUTPUT VOLTAGE OF 12 VOLTS. THE POWERSOURCE WILL NOT OPERATE
ABOVE 15v.
Caution! DO NOT USE WITH POSITIVE GROUND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS IF USING DIRECTLY FROM
A VEHICLE BATTERY.
The majority of modern cars have negative ground electrical systems. If you are in any doubt, please check with a
qualified auto electrician or your local vehicle main dealer.
Connecting to your power supply
RINV1000
Switch off the RINV1000 PowerSource. The RINV1000 PowerSource comes complete with x 1 positive connecting
cable and x 1 negative connecting cable that are to be connected onto the back of the PowerSource using the
sockets. Do not over tighten and check no wires are exposed. Observe correct polarity. (Red (
+
) positive, Black (
-
)
negative). The other end of the cable is to be attached directly to the battery terminals again be sure to observe
the correct polarity.
RINV2000
Switch off the RINV2000 PowerSource. The RINV2000 PowerSource comes complete with x 2 positive connecting
cables and x 2 negative connecting cables that are to be connected onto the back of the PowerSource using the
sockets. Do not over tighten and check no wires are exposed. Observe correct polarity. (Red (
+
) positive, Black (
-
)
negative). The other end of the cable is to be attached directly to the battery terminals again be sure to observe
the correct polarity
Connecting your PowerSource
Connect the Powersource input to the vehicle/leisure battery using the cables supplied. Ensure the load
requirements are within the parameters of the PowerSource output; plug your appliance into the socket of the
PowerSource. Ensure the PowerSource is switched off prior to plugging any accessories and connecting to battery
or power supply.
Caution!
Some rechargeable products have a charger that is designed to be plugged directly into mains sockets.
These can damage the PowerSource. When first using a rechargeable product, monitor its temperature for 10
minutes to ensure overheating does not occur.
Caution!
Do not operate the Inverter without connecting to ground.
Fuse replacement
RINV1000
- 30amp (x 4) internal blade fuses.
RINV2000
- 30amp (x 8) internal blade fuses.
Please consult a qualified electrician to replace any fuses.
Positioning of PowerSource
The following points should be noted -:
• The PowerSource is not waterproof.
• The PowerSource should be placed on a ventilated flat surface.
• Do not put the PowerSource on or near sources of direct heat or expose to sunlight.
• Do not place the PowerSource in or around flammable environments.
Operating tips
Note!
The PowerSource is not designed to run products that provide heat, such as hair dryers, heaters and irons.
Note!
If several loads are to be operated by the inverter, turn them on separately, after the Inverter has been
turned on. This will ensure that the Inverter does not have to deliver the peak starting current required for all
loads at once.
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