User manual WHISTLER PP400

[. . . ] 200/400 Watt Series 3/6/02 3:05 PM Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 200/400 WATT SERIES THE WHISTLER GROUP CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 13016 N. Bentonville, AR 72712 TEL (479) 273-6012 FX (479) 273-2927 www. whistlergroup. com PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER 25 Industrial Ave. Chelmsford, MA 01824 TEL (978) 244-1400 FX (978) 244-1491 CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 1201 N. Rogers, AR 72756 Consumer Relations Tel (800) 531-0004 Email: info@whistlergroup. com P/N 400WATTMAN ©WHISTLER 2002 HIGH SURGE POWER INVERTERS 200/400 Watt Series 3/6/02 3:05 PM Page 3 INTRODUCTION If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call consumer relations: Dear Whistler Owner, For many of us, a vehicle is more than just transportation. [. . . ] Check frequently to ensure that the input and output connections are secure. Loose connections may damage the inverter or the power source or may generate excessive heat. · 7. Important Information on Battery Chargers Using your inverter to recharge units designed to charge such portable equipment as power tools, flashlights, video cameras and laptop computers may cause damage to the inverter or the charging unit. If you are using the inverter while the engine is off, we recommend you start the engine every hour and let it run for at least 10 minutes to recharge the battery. We also recommend that the device plugged into the inverter be turned off before turning over the engine. Although it is not necessary to disconnect the inverter when turning over the engine, the inverter may momentarily cease operation as the battery voltage decreases. When the inverter is not supplying power, and turned on, it draws very low amperage from the battery (<0. 40 A ). ADDITIONAL FEATURES Automatic Shut Down & Related Safety Features. Each inverter has an unique LED indicator warning light system which operates in conjunction with the automatic shut down feature. These indicator lights operate as follows: GREEN LED: YELLOW LED: System ready. System overload/automatic shut down. Your inverter will shut down automatically when any of the following problems occur: 1. The continuous draw of the appliance or equipment being operated exceeds the design parameters of the inverter. The inverters are also equipped with the following additional safety features: 1. Thermal Cut Off: Automatic shut down when the internal circuit temperature exceeds standard design parameters for safe operation. 12 13 200/400 Watt Series 3/6/02 3:05 PM Page 17 ADDITIONAL FEATURES 2. Low Battery Voltage Alarm/Shutdown Protection a) When the input voltage from the 12 volt power source drops below 10. 5 volts, an audible tone will be heard. b) The inverter will automatically shut down when the input voltage drops below 9. 5 volts. In the event of automatic shut down or continuous audible alarm, turn the inverter rocker switch to the OFF (O) position until the source of the related problem has been identified and resolved. Wall Mounting: Whistler inverters have provisions for wall mounting; two slotted holes in the handle area and a notched area at the power cord end allow for easy wall mounting of the unit. Your WHISTLER GO AC inverter will work best when placed on a reasonably flat surface. When driving with the inverter in operation, make certain that neither the inverter nor the power cords will impede safe operation of your vehicle. Keep the unit and all cords clear of the steering wheel, gas, brake and clutch pedals and gear shift. · CARE AND MAINTENANCE To maintain your inverter in proper working condition, note the following important safety precautions: · MOISTURE. Do not operate the inverter if you, the inverter, the device being operated or any other surfaces that may come in contact with any power sources are wet. Water and many other liquids can conduct electricity which may lead to serious injury or death. For peak efficiency, the ambient air temperature should be between 50° and 80° F. [. . . ] Two 3 Prong Fuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . One 20 Amp (Spade Type) Approximate Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . 10" H x 6" W x 2" D Approximate Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 lbs WHISTLER 400 WATT INVERTER SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Continuous Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 Watts Maximum Surge Capability (Peak Power). . 800 Watts No Load Current Draw. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . <0. 40 A Waveform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Modified Sine Wave Operating Input Voltage Range. . . . . 9. 5 ­ 16 Volts DC AC Receptacle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Two 3 Prong Fuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . One 40 Amp (Spade Type) One 20 Amp (Glass Type) Approximate Dimensions. . . . . . . . . 9. 5" H x 6" W x 2" D Approximate Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 lbs Problem TV does not turn on 22 23 200/400 Watt Series 3/6/02 3:05 PM Page 27 WARRANTY Consumer Warranty This Whistler is warranteed to the original purchaser for a period of two years, from the date of original purchase, against all defects in materials and workmanship. This limited warranty is void if the unit is abused, modified, installed improperly, had its housing removed, or has a missing serial number. There are no express warranties covering this product other than those set forth in this warranty. [. . . ]