GFCI Outlet
Operation
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Outlet
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The AC outlet on your CobraMarine™ Power Inverter is a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI). This protects you against hazardous electrical shock that could be caused by dampness, faulty mechanism, worn cables, water spray, etc.
Test the GFCI periodically to make sure it is operating properly.
To Test the GFCI Outlet:
1. Turn the inverter On (see page 13 for details).
On/Off Switch to On
2. Plug a test lamp into the outlet.
Test Load
3. On the GFCI Outlet, press the Test Button.
Test Button
The Reset Button should pop out and power to the lamp should turn Off.
Power and Protection Indicators
Operation
If the lamp remains On, or if the Reset Button does not pop out, the unit is defective. Return the inverter to the place of purchase for replacement or service.
4. On the GFCI Outlet, push the Reset Button to return to regular operation.
Reset Button
Power and Protection Indicators
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The Power and Protection Indicators include a green/red light and alarm.
Green Light
Power On:
The green light should remain On steady.
Red Light and/or Alarm
Current Overload:
The red light will turn On momentarily, then the inverter will shutdown. The inverter must be turned Off then back On to reset.
Voltage Overload:
The red light will blink and the inverter will shutdown.
The inverter must be turned Off then back On to reset.
Temperature Overload:
The red light will turn On momentarily, then the inverter will shutdown. The inverter must be turned Off then back On to reset.
NOTE A momentary sound of the internal alarm and/or flash of the red light is normal at start up.
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