American Power Conversion AC Power Inverter Installation and Operation, Specifications, Warranty

Installation and Operation

1.Plug the APC DC to AC Power Inverter’s 12 volt Lighter Adapter plug (Figure 1) into the power source:

a)In an automobile, ensure that the Lighter Adapter is installed. Insert the Lighter Adapter into any 12 volt socket in your vehicle.

WARNING: As with all accessories that use power from your vehicle’s 12-volt socket, ensure the Cigarette Lighter Assembly (CLA) plug is pressed firmly into the socket to prevent overheating of the CLA while your inverter is in use. APC has provided a blue indicator light on the CLA to show when it has been pushed sufficiently into the socket to prevent overheating. If the blue light is not lit, push the CLA firmly into the 12-volt socket until the indicator is illuminated. Failure to comply may result in personal injury or equipment damage.

b)In an airplane, install the Airline Adapter in the end of the Lighter Adapter, as shown in Figure 2. Then insert the Airline Plug into the airplane’s in-flight power outlet.

Note: The Lighter Adapter has a blue LED that will light when plugged properly into the socket.

2.The indicator on the APC DC to AC Power Inverter should illuminate green. This signifies the inverter it is operating properly and is ready for use.

3.Plug AC powered equipment (laptop computer, mobile printer, fax, cell phone recharger or other AC powered equipment) into the APC DC to AC Power Inverter 150 AC outlet.

Specifications

Output Power	150 watts continuous; 225 watts peak
Output Voltage	115 volts +10/-8%
Output Frequency	60 Hz
Output Waveform	Modified Square Wave
Input Voltage Protection	Below 10.5V: Unit shuts off (restarts once voltage rises above 10.5V)
	Above 20V continuous: Unit shuts off
	The unit also withstands:
	Overvoltages of 25V for 5 seconds, once per hour (airline requirement)
	Overvoltages of 24V for 1 minute (automotive requirement)
Input Voltage Requirement	10.5 Vdc to 16.0 Vdc
Efficiency	> 85%
Low Voltage Shutdown	< 10.5 volts
Operating/Storage Temperature	Operating 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) / Storage -4° to 176° F (-20° to 80° C)
Operating /Relative Humidity	95% maximum, non-condensing
EMI Classification	FCC Class B
Dimensions	6.18 x 3.19 x 1.65 inches (157 x 81 x 42 mm)
Weight	0.78 pounds (353 grams)
Agency Approvals	CE, RTCA/DO-160D Sections 21 and 22, Nemko approval to IEC60950

Troubleshooting

Problem	Reason	Suggested Solutions
No AC output power	Poor contact with lighter socket (indicator is not	Ensure that the inverter is securely plugged into the
	illuminated).	lighter, replace the lighter socket if necessary. Check
		that the blue LED on the lighter adapter is lit.
	Automotive electrical system requires ignition to be on.	Turn the vehicle ignition key to the "Accessory"
	(indicator is not illuminated).	position.
	Battery below 10.5 volts (indicator is yellow).	Unplug the inverter and charge the vehicle battery.
	Over-heating (indicator is yellow).	Allow the inverter to cool. Ensure that there is
		adequate ventilation.
	The Inverter is overloaded and/or short-circuited	Unplug load from the Inverter and see if the indicator
	(indicator is yellow).	is green. If green, check the power rating of the load. It
		must be less than or equal to 150 watts.
	Battery above 20 volts (indicator is yellow)	Unplug the Inverter and find a power source that is
		within the 10.5 - 16 volt dc input range.
Inverter output power is	Loose connection (indicator may flicker or be green).	Check and secure all connections. Check that the blue
intermittent.		LED on the lighter adapter is lit.

Warranty

APC offers a 1 year product warranty (worldwide) on the APC DC to AC Power Inverter. APC warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for 1 year of the original purchase. APC’s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing, at APC’s sole option, any such defective products. To obtain service under warranty, a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number must be obtained from APC (www.apc.com, 800- 800-4APC) or an APC service center. The APC DC to AC Power Inverter must be returned with an RMA number accompanied by a brief description of the problem and proof of date and place of purchase. The customer pays shipping charges to APC. Shipping charges back to the customer are paid by APC. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser.

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