Husky HSK043HD owner manual Connection to Load

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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 on 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 150 to 200 Amp fuse 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 trouble- shooting sections of this manual.

CAUTION: Loose connectors may cause overheated wires and melted insulation. Check to make sure you have not reversed the polarity. Damage due to reversed polarity is not covered by our warranty.

4.3 CONNECTION TO LOAD

The POWER INVERTER is equipped with dual standard North American AC power receptacles. Plug the cord from the equipment you wish to operate into the AC receptacle(s). The green LED indicator lights to indicate that the inverter is functioning. Make sure the combined load requirement of your equipment does not exceed 750 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 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.

WARNING: Do not connect to AC distribution wiring!

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Contents Power Inverter Important Safety Instructions Read All Instructions Before Using This Power InverterContents CONTROLS, Indicators and Connectors IntroductionHOW Your Husky Inverter Works Principle of OperationPower Source Requirements InstallationPower Inverter Output Waveform Connection to Power Source Connecting to a Power Source Using Provided CablesConnection to Load Placement of the Inverter Rated Versus Actual Current Draw of Equipment Battery Operating TimeOperating Tips Protective Features of the Inverter Inverter Power Switch Turned on Common ProblemsTroubleshooting Guide Fuse Replacement TROUBLE/ Indication Possible Cause Suggested RemedyHusky 2 Year Limited Warranty Program SpecificationsWarranty Page ATTN. Customer Service / Husky Power Products