Thank you for purchasing the POWERDRIVE1500 power inverter, a high performance solution to using household power while on the road. Please read and understand all of the information provided in this manual before operating or installing. If properly used, the inverter will give you years of reliable service providing AC power for TVs, computers, appliances, stereos and power tools. For safe and optimum performance, the inverter must be installed and used properly. Carefully read and follow the guidelines in this manual giving special attention to the CAUTION and WARNING statements. Keep this manual for reference should troubleshooting be necessary.
CAUTION statements provide information that could damage your inverter or equipment connected to it.
WARNING statements provide information on conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of life.
WARNING: Incorrect installation or misuse of the RPPD1500 could result in personal injury or damage to the inverter and/or attached equipment. Read and follow the directions in the owner’s manual. The ROADPRO RPPD1500 produces the same potentially lethal AC power as normal household outlets. It is suggested that you treat it with the same respect that you would any AC outlet.
WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD, KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
DO NOT insert any foreign objects into the RPPD1500’s outlets, vents or fan openings.
DO NOT expose the RPPD1500 to rain, water or any other liquids.
DO NOT connect the RPPD1500 to utility power distribution systems or branch circuits.
WARNING: HEATED CASE AND SURFACE.
The case to the RPPD1500 may become very warm under high power operation reaching 140°F. Be sure that there is at least 4 inches of unobstructed air space around the entire surface of the inverter at all times. During use, DO NOT place materials that could be damaged by heat on or near the RPPD1500.
WARNING: EXPLOSION HAZARD.
DO NOT operate the RPPD1500 near flammable fumes or gases such as the bilge of a gasoline power boat, or near propane tanks.
DO NOT operate the RPPD1500 in an enclosed area that contains automotive type