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 shut down if the internal temperature exceeds operating temperatures. 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.
5.OPERATING TIPS
5.1 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 that the power consumption of the item you wish to operate is rated at 400 watts or less (If the power consumption is rated in amps AC, simply 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 400 watts or less. The inverter will shut down if it is overloaded. The overload must be removed before the inverter can be manually restarted by reseting the on/off switch. Resistive loads are the easiest for the MAXX 400 SST to run. However, larger resistive loads, such as electric stoves or heaters, usually require more wattage than the MAXX 400 SST can deliver. Inductive loads, such as TV’s and stereos, require morecurrent to operate than do resistive loads of the same wattage rating. Induction motors, as well as some televisions, may require 2 to 6 times their wattage rating to start up. The most demanding in this category are those that start under load, such as compressors and pumps. Testing is the only definitive way to determine whether a specific load can be started and how long it can run. The unit will simply shut down if it is overloaded. To restart the unit after a shutdown due to overloading, remove the overload and reset the on/off switch.
CAUTION: This inverter will not operate high wattage appliances or equipment that produce heat, such as hair dryers, microwave ovens and toasters.
5.2BATTERY OPERATING TIME
With a typical vehicle battery, a minimum operating time of 2 to 3 hours can be expected. In most instances, 5 to 10 hours of operating time is achievable. However, Vector recommends that the operator start the vehicle
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