Whistler Power Inverter Review, Consumer Warranty Service Under Warranty, Customer Service

NOTE: In the event of automatic shut down, remove the inverter until the source of the problem has been determined and resolved.

In Review

·Never attempt to operate the inverter from any power source other than a 12-volt DC battery.

·The inverter is designed to be connected to the cigarette lighter socket with the

12-volt power plug. Do not attempt to modify the power plug.

·While connecting the inverter to the power source, make certain that the inverter is positioned far away from any potential source of flammable fumes or gases.

·Don’t expose the inverter to rain or moisture.

·Make certain the power consumption of the appliance or equipment does not7 exceed 100 watts.

IMPORTANT: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping. Therefore, please ship your unit insured with return receipt requested. COD’s will NOT be accepted.

2.Include with your unit the following clearly printed information:

·Your name and street address (for shipping via UPS), a daytime telephone number, and an e-mail address (if applicable).

·A detailed description of the problem, i.e. Unit powers up but no AC output.

·A copy of your dated store receipt or bill of sale.

3.Be certain your unit is returned with its serial number. For reference, please write your unit’s serial number in the following space:

s/n____________________________________. Units without serial numbers are not11covered under warranty.

· When attempting to operate battery	Consumer Warranty	Service Under Warranty
chargers, monitor the temperature of the	This Whistler is warrantied to the original	During the warranty period, defective units
battery charger for approximately 10
	purchaser for a period of one year, from the	will be repaired or replaced (with the same
minutes. If the battery charger becomes
	date of original purchase, against all defects	or a comparable model), at Whistler’s option,
abnormally warm disconnect it from the
	in materials and workmanship. This limited	without charge to the purchaser when returned
inverter immediately.
	warranty is void if the unit is abused, modified,	with a dated store receipt to the address
· Use only 15 amp glass type fuse.
	installed improperly, had its housing removed,	below. Units returned without a dated store
· To avoid battery drain, always disconnect
	or has a missing serial number.	receipt will be handled as described in section
the inverter when not in use.
	There are no express warranties covering this	“Service Out Of Warranty.”
· Avoid placing the inverter near sources
	product other than those set forthin thiswarranty.	When returning a unit for service under
of heat or in direct sunlight.
· While in use, make sure the inverter is	All expressor implied warranties for this product	warranty, please follow these instructions:
properly ventilated.	are limited to one year. Whistler is not liable for	1. Ship the unit in the original carton or in a
	damages arising from the use, misuse, or
· When operating the inverter with an
	operation of this product.	suitable sturdy equivalent, fully insured, with
automobile or marine battery, start the
		return receipt requested to:
engine every 30 to 60 minutes and let it
		Whistler Repair Dept.
run for approximately 10 minutes to
recharge the battery.		1201 North Dixieland Road
		Rogers, AR. 72756

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			Please allow 3 weeks for turnaround time.
IMPORTANT: To validate that your unit		The minimum out of warranty service fee for	Customer Service
is within the warranty period, make		your Whistler 100 watt inverter is $10.00 (U.S.).	If you have questions concerning the operation
sure you keep a copy of your dated		If you require out of warranty service, please
			of your Whistler inverter, or require service
store receipt. You may register your		return your unit as outlined in the section
			during or after the warranty period, please
warranty online at w.whistlergroup.com,
		“Service Under Warranty” along with a
however, for warranty verification			call Customer Service at 1-800-531-0004.
		certified check or money order for the correct
purposes, a copy of your dated store			Representatives are available to answer your
		amount. Payment may also be made by
receipt must accompany any unit sent			questions Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m.
in for warranty work.		MasterCard, VISA and American Express;	to 5:00 p.m. (CT).
		personal checks are not accepted. In the
Service Out Of Warranty		event repairs cannot be covered by the	Model PI-100W Specifications
Units will be repaired at “out of warranty”		minimum service fee, you will be contacted	Max. Continuous Power..................100 Watts
		by a Whistler technical service specialist
service rates when:			Surge Capability (Peak Power).......200 Watts
		who will outline options available to you. If you
·	The unit’s original warranty has expired.		No Load Current Draw..........................<0.3A
		elect not to have your unit repaired/replaced,
·	A dated store receipt is not supplied.		Waveform.......................Modified Sine Wave
		it will be returned to you along with your
·	The unit has been returned without its		Input Voltage Range.....................11-15 VDC
		certified check or money order.
	serial number.		AC Receptacle....................110V AC 3 Prong
		IMPORTANT: When returning your
· The unit has been abused, modified, installed			Fuse.................................15 amp (Glass Type)
	improperly, or had its housing removed.	unit for service, be certain to include a	Dimensions.....approximately 4.8”Lx2.6”Wx1.7”H
		daytime telephone number.	Weight..................................approximately 8.8 oz.
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