Power Inverter
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1. 8997 VECTOR PRODUCTS INC MADE IN CHINA IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNINGS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK EXPLOSION OR INJURY Do not connect to AC distribution wiring Remove appliance plug from outlet strip or turn off inverter before working on the appliance Multiple outlet power strips with switches and circuit breakers only interrupt power to the hot receptacle terminals The neutral terminals remain powered with respect to the ground terminals NOT approved for ignition protected areas Do not make any electrical connections or disconnections in areas designated as IGNITION PROTECTED This is not a toy keep away from children This equipment employs components that tend to produce arcs or sparks DO NOT install in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials Use this unit in properly ventilated areas ONLY Do not open there are no user serviceable parts inside Do not insert foreign objects into the outlet Do not expose the unit to water rain or snow CAUTIONS Always inspect battery supply connections and cables to ensure they are tight and that cable insulation is not damaged Do not use with positive ground electrical systems Reverse polarity connection will result in a blown fuse and may cause permanent damage to the inverter and will void warranty The majority of modern automobiles RVs trucks and boats are negative ground Thi2. Inverter to any AC load circuit in which the neutral conductor is connected to ground earth or to the NEGATIVE of the DC battery source AWARNING Do not connect to AC distribution wiring A CAUTION Rechargeable Appliances Certain Rechargeable devices are designed to be recharged by plugging them directly into an AC outlet These devices may damage the inverter Do not use the inverter to recharge items that can be plugged directly into an AC outlet 4 This problem does not occur with the majority of battery operated equipment Most of these devices use a separate charger or transformer that is plugged into an AC outlet This inverter is easily capable of operating most chargers and transformers Placement of the Inverter For best operating results the inverter should be placed on a flat surface such as the ground car floor or seat or other solid surface A power cord has been provided for easy positioning of the inverter The inverter should only be used in locations that meet the following criteria DRY Do not allow water and or other liquids to come into contact with the inverter COOL Ambient air temperature should be between 30 F 1 C non condensing and 105 F 40 C Do not place the inverter on or near a heating vent or any piece of equipment that is generating heat above room temperature Keep the inverter away from direct sunlight if at all possible VENTILATED Keep the area surrounding the i
3. audio systems Some inexpensive stereo systems and boom boxes emit a buzzing sound from their speakers when operated from the Power Inverter This occurs because the power supply in the electronic device does not adequately filter the modified sine wave produced by the inverter The only solution to this problem is to use a higher quality sound system that incorporates a higher quality power amplified supply Television Interference The Inverter is shielded to minimize interference with TV signals However in some instances some interference may still be visible particularly with weak TV signals Try the following corrective measures Position the inverter as far as possible from the television the antenna and the antenna cables Use an extension cable if necessary Adjust the orientation of the inverter the antenna cables and the TV power cord to minimize interference Make sure that the antenna teeing the television provides an adequate snow free signal and that high quality shielded antenna cable is used Fault Protection Code and Troubleshooting Guide INVERTER POWER SWITCH TURNED ON Trouble Indication Possible Cause Suggested Remedy No AC output green DC input is out of Recharge or replace the LED flashes range battery Excessive load Turn unit off Reduce the thermal shutdown load wait for the inverter to cool down then turn the unit on again Fault condition from Disconnect appliance
4. excellent overload capacity and the ability to operate reactive loads such as lamp ballasts and small induction motors The Power Inverter Output Waveform The AC output waveform of the Power Inverter is known as modified sine wave It is a waveform that has characteristics similar to the sine wave shape of utility power This type of waveform is suitable for most AC loads including linear and switching power supplies used in electronic equipment transformers and motors The modified sine wave produced by the Power Inverter has an RMS root mean square voltage of 120 volts which is the same as standard household power Most AC voltmeters both digital and analog are sensitive to the average value of the waveform rather than the RMS value They are calibrated for RMS voltage under the assumption that the waveform measured will be a pure sine wave These meters will not read the RMS voltage of a modified sine wave correctly They will read about 20 to 30 volts low when measuring the output of the inverter For accurate measurement of the output voltage of this unit use a true RMS reading voltmeter such as a Fluke 87 Fluke 8060A Fluke 77 99 series Beckman 4410 or Triplett 4200 Modified Sine Wave and Sine Wave Comparison MODIFIED SINE WAVE 120V AC SINE WAVE 120V AC PROTECTIVE FEATURES OF THE INVERTER The Power Inverter monitors the following potentially hazardous conditions Low Battery Voltage This condi
5. warnings in the Important Safety Instructions section at the front of this manual 2 Connect the 12 Volt DC Accessory Cord s small rectangular plug to the inverter s 12 Volt DC Power Port 3 Insert the other end of the 12 Volt DC Accessory Cord into a vehicle s accessory outlet or other 12 volt DC power source 4 Rotate the vehicle accessory plug slightly to make sure there is good contact If the inverter does not work make sure the ignition accessory outlet is powering the accessory outlet Some vehicles require the ignition switch to be turned on 6 Plug the USB powered device into the inverter s USB Power Port and operate normally Notes This inverter s USB Power Port does not support data communication It only provides 5 volts 500mA maximum DC power to an external USB powered device USB power output is controlled by the ON OFF Power Switch CARE AND MAINTENANCE Storage 1 Ideal storage temperature range is 50 68 F 10 20 C 2 Store and use the inverter in a cool dry place with adequate ventilation C 3 Avoid locations that are exposed to heating units radiators direct sunlight or excessive humidity or dampness Maintenance This unit contains no user serviceable parts It is recommended that the unit be returned to manufacturer for service see the Warranty for repair replacement policy and contact information p TROUBLESHOOTING Common Audio Visual Problems Buzzing sound in
6. PI500CP ManualEN 010807 1 8 07 4 48 PM Page 8 F SPECIFICATIONS GExED Maximum Continuous Power 500 watts High Surge Peak 1000 watts P WER Input Voltage 12 5 volts ON BOARD Output Voltage 120 volts Output Wave Form Modified Sine Wave 500 Watt DC to AC Powers Up To 4 2 amps p l USB 5VDC 500mA ower nverter WTERTE SD USER S MANUAL amp WARRANTY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS INSTRUCTIONAL MANUAL THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE OPERATION AND WARRANTY OF THIS PRODUCT PLEASE RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 4140 S W 30th Ave Ft Lauderdale FL 33312 x PI500CP ManualEN 010807 1 8 07 4 48 PM Page ii POWER ON BOARD 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM This limited warranty program is the ay one that applies to this product and it sets forth all the responsibilities of Power On Board regarding this product There is no other warranty other than those described herein This Power On Board product is warranted to the original purchaser only to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase without additional charge The warranty does not extend to subsequent purchasers or users Power On Board will not be responsible for any amount of damage in excess of the retail purchase price of the product under any circumstances Incidental
7. and AC short circuit clear wiring Motorized power tool will Excessive startup If appliance does not start not start load appliance is drawing excessive voltage and will not work with inverter Purely inductive load Make the load not purely inductive i e operate an incandescent lamp at the same time as motor Motorized power tool does not operate at correct speed Television radio Snow in picture interference Keep inverter and antenna buzzing sound distant from each other Use shielded antenna Connect antenna to amplifier
8. and consequential damages are specifically excluded from coverage under this warranty This product is not intended for commercial use This warranty does not apply to accessories or damage to units from misuse or incorrect installation Misuse includes wiring or connecting to improper polarity power sources RETURN REPAIR POLICY Defective products other than accessories may be returned to Power On Board Any defective product other than accessories that is returned to Power On Board within 30 days of the date of purchase will be replaced free of charge If such a product is returned more than 30 days but less inan iwo years from the purchase date Power On Board 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 Power On Board 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 the terms of the remainder of the warranty period The customer is responsible for the shipping charges on all returned items after 30 days During the warranty period Power On Board will be responsible Pr the return shipping charges LIMITATIONS This warranty does not cover accessories bulbs fuses and batteries defects resulting from normal wear and tear including chips scratches abrasions discoloration or fading due to usage or exposure to sunlight accident
9. iver 120 volt AC power whenever and wherever you need it The power inverter has enough power to operate almost any household or electric appliance including color TVs up to 20 TV VCR combinations DVD CD players laptop computers camcorders cellular phones power tool chargers lamps and more The power inverter comes equipped with battery clips to handle higher amperage load applications Added safety features include automatic shutdown to prevent damage to your source battery This power inverter incorporates a new cooling technology that cools the power transistors and increases the reliability and life ofthe inverter HOW THIS INVERTER WORKS The power inverter converts low voltage DC direct current from a battery or other power source to standard 120 volt AC alternating current household power Principle of Operation The inverter converts power in two stages The first stage is a DC to DC conversion process that raises the low voltage DC at the inverter input to 145 volts DC The second stage is the actual inverter stage that converts the high voltage DC current into 120 volts 60 Hz AC current 1 PI500CP ManualEN 010807 1 8 07 4 48 PM Page 2 The DC4o DC converter stage uses modern high frequency power conversion techniques that have replaced the bulky transformers found in less technologically advanced models The inverter stage uses advanced power MOSFET transistors in a full bridge configuration This ensures
10. n one side of the fuse holder or circuit breaker Connect the other end of the wire to the POSITIVE terminal of the inverter 5 Connect a length of wire between the inverter s NEGATIVE terminal and the DC power source NEGATIVE terminal 6 Connect a short length of wire to the other terminal of the fuse holder or circuit breaker Mark it POSITIVE or 7 Connect the free end of the fuse or breaker wire to the POSITIVE terminal of the DC power source battery 8 Insert a fuse appropriate to the inverter in the fuse holder 9 Test the inverter by turning it on and plugging in a 100 watt lamp or equipment 10 If the inverter is not properly operating then refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual A CAUTIONS e Loose connectors may cause overheated wires and melted insulation e Check to make sure you have not reversed the polarity Damage due to reversed polarity is not covered by our warranty Connection To Load The Power Inverter is equipped with dual standard North American three prong type outlets Plug the cord from the equipment you wish to operate into the AC outlet s Make sure the combined load requirement of your equipment does not exceed 500 watts The Power Inverter is engineered to be connected directly to standard electrical and electronic equipment in the manner described above Do not connect the Power Inverter to household or RV AC distribution wiring Do not connect the Power
11. nverter clear to ensure free air circulation around the unit Do not place items on or over the inverter during operation A fan is helpful if the inverter is operating at maximum power outputs for extended periods of time The unit will restart after it cools SAFE Do not use the inverter near flammable materials or in any locations that may accumulate flammable fumes or gases Operating Tips Rated Versus Actual Current Draw of Equipment Most electrical tools appliances and audio video equipment have labels that indicate the power consumption in amps or watts Be sure the power consumption of the item you wish to operate is rated at 500 watts or less If the power consumption is rated in amps AC multiply by the AC volts 110 to determine the wattage The inverter has overload protection so it is safe to try to operate equipment rated at 500 watts or less The inverter will shut down if it is overloaded Resistive loads are the easiest for the inverter to operate However large resistive loads such as electric stoves or heaters usually require more wattage than this inverter can deliver on a continuous basis Inductive loads such as TVs and stereos require more current to operate than do resistive loads of the same wattage rating Induction motors as well as some televisions may require two to six times their wattage rating to start up The most demanding in this category are those that start under load such as compressors and pump
12. o the power source with user supplied wire and fuse The majority of modern automobiles RVs and trucks are negative ground Connecting to a Power Source Using the Provided Cables Use the provided cables and connect the Power Inverter directly to the 12 volt power source as follows 1 Make sure the Power Inverter power is turned OFF and that no flammable fumes are present in the installation area 2 Connect the RED cable to the RED post marked on the back of the inverter Connect the battery clip to the POSITIVE terminal of the battery 3 Connect the BLACK cable to the BLACK post marked on the back of the inverter Connect the battery clip to the NEGATIVE terminal of the battery 4 Make sure that all connections between battery clips and terminals are secure a PI500CP ManualEN 010807 1 8 07 4 48 PM Page 4 Direct Hardwiring to Power Source Use 10 AWG wire if the inverter to power source connection is 10 feet or less for longer cable lengths use 8 AWG wire In either case protect the positive wire from shorts by installing a 50 amp fuse or circuit breaker close to the DC power source battery terminal 1 Check to be sure the inverter s power switch is turned OFF and that no flammable fumes are present 2 Identify the POSITIVE and NEGATIVE DC power source battery terminals 3 Install a fuse holder or breaker close to the POSITIVE terminal of the DC source battery 4 Connect a length of wire o
13. obtain a rough estimate of the current in amperes the power source must deliver simply divide the power consumption of the load in watts AC by 10 Example If a load is rated at 500 watts AC the power source must be able to deliver 500 divided by 10 2 50 amperes A CAUTION The Power Inverter must be connected only to batteries with a nominal output voltage of 12 volts The unit will not operate from a 6 volt battery and will sustain permanent damage if connected to a 24 volt battery Connection to Power Source The Power Inverter comes equipped with a DC accessory outlet plug and battery clip cables for connection to a power source Connecting to a Power Source Using the Accessory Outlet Plug The DC accessory outlet plug is suitable for operating the inverter at power outputs up to 100 watts The tip of the plug is POSITIVE and the side contact is NEGATIVE Connect the inverter to the p source by inserting the DC accessory outlet plug firmly into the accessory outlet of a vehicle or other DC power source A CAUTIONS Connect directly to power source when operating above 100 watts Do not use with positive ground electrical systems Reverse polarity connection will result in a blown fuse and may cause permanent damage to the inverter Notes Most vehicle accessory outlet circuits have fuses rated at 15 to 20 amps or greater To operate at full wattage either use the battery clip cable supplied or directly wire t
14. s Testing is the only definitive way to determine whether a specific load can be started and how long it can run A CAUTION This inverter will not T high wattage appliances or equipment that produces heat such as hair dryers microwave ovens or toasters A PI500CP ManualEN 010807 1 8 07 4 48 PM Page 6 Battery Operating Time An operating time of 2 to 3 hours can be expected from a typical vehicle battery In most instances 5 to 10 hours of operating time is achievable However the manufacturer recommends that the operator start the vehicle every 2 to 3 hours to recharge the vehicle s battery system This will guard against any unexpected shutdown of the equipment and will ensure there is always sufficient battery capacity to start the vehicle s engine The inverter will shut down when DC voltage drops below 10 6 volts The inverter may be used whether or not the vehicle s engine is running However the inverter may not operate while the engine is starting since the battery voltage can drop substantially during cranking The inverter draws less that 0 5 ampere from the battery when it is not supplying power to a load In most instances the inverter can be left connected to the battery when not in use since it draws so little current However if the vehicle is to remain unused for several days disconnect the inverter from the battery Operation of the USB Power Port 1 Position the inverter for use observing all cautions and
15. s damage during shipping to our service facility alterations unauthorized use or repair ni ay misuse abuse fure to follow instructions for care and maintenance fire flood and Acts of God If your problem is not covered by this warranty call ou STATE LAW RIGHTS This warranty gives you specific on rights Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the exclusions or limitations stated herein may not apply This warranty gives the purchaser specific legal rights other rights which vary from state to state may apply TO REQUEST WARRANTY SERVICE FOR THIS PRODUCT Sets Seay ae NUR mail We suggest that you keep the original packaging in case you need to ship the unit When returnin a product include your name address phone number dated sales receipt or copy and a description E the reason for return and product serial number After repairing or replacing the unit we will make every effort to return it to you within four weeks WARRANTY ACTIVATION Please complete Warranty Activation Card and mail to Power On Board Enter as Model and 500 Watt Power Inverter as Product Type All Power On Board products must be registered within 30 days of purchase to activate this warranty Mail the completed registration form along with a copy of the original sales receipt to EN Es WARRANTY IS NON TRANSFERABLE AND NON REFUNDABLE RD010807
16. s inverter will not operate high wattage appliances or equipment that produce heat such as hair dryers microwave ovens and toasters Grounding the Neutral will cause the inverter to shut down Do not operate this inverter if it is wet Do not install in engine compartment install in a well ventilated area This inverter has not been tested for use with medical devices Do not attempt to install or operate this unit while operating a motor vehicle FOR USAGE ABOVE 100 WATTS Use battery clips ONLY DO NOT use the DC accessory plug or the fuse will open Important Cable Information Substantial power loss and reduced battery operating time results from inverters installed with cables that are not able to supply full power Symptoms of low boley power can result from cables that are either excessively long or an insufficient gauge Marine installations are also subjected to vibration and stresses that exceed those of other mobile installations Therefore the installer operator should be especially aware of the requirements to maintain secure tight water resistant electrical connections and to provide for strain relief for DC cables and appliance wiring Cable insulation must be the appropriate type for the environment Read This User s Manual Before Using This Power Inverter SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PI500CP ManualEN 010807 1 8 07 4 48 PM Page iv p TABLE OF CONTENTS Intreductior sux ts Ee n n Meany
17. tion is not harmful to the inverter but could damage the power source The Power Inverter automatically shuts down when input voltage drops to 10 5 volts 3 volt When the condition is corrected the inverter should be turned off then turned back on Over Voltage Protection The Power Inverter will automatically shutdown when the input voltage exceeds 15 5 volts DC 5 volt DC Ground Fault Protection The Power Inverter will automatically shutdown when ground leakage current is detected Short Circuit Protection Reverse polarity or short circuit condition may cause external or internal fuses to open and may cause irreversible damage to the Power Inverter Take extra care to ensure a proper polarity hook up Overload Protection The unit will automatically shut down when the continuous draw exceeds the unit s rated output Reduce load and manually reset using the inverter s ON OFF switch Over Temperature Protection If the temperature inside the Power Inverter is too high the unit will automatically shut down Allow the unit to cool for at least 15 minutes before restarting after a heatrelated shutdown Unplug unit while cooling 2 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Power Source Requirements The power source must provide a nominal voltage of 12 5 volts DC and must be able to supply the necessary current to operate the load The power source may be a battery or a wellregulated DC power supply To
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