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The most demanding are those that start under load, i.e. compres-
sors and pumps. Since motor and television characteristics vary
widely, only testing will determine if a specific load can be started
and how long it can be run. There are no standards for "surge power"
partly because this specification cannot be represented accurately
by a simple number.
Though the 150W Inverter can provide power up to 175 watts on a
momentary basis, experimentation is the only means of determining
whether it can handle the surges needed to start a particular load.
IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT NNOOTTEE::The 150W Inverter will not operate most appliances designed to produce
heat, such as hair dryers, coffee makers, irons, heaters, and toasters. The current draw of most
of these exceeds 1000 watts, far beyond the capacity of this unit.
BBAATTTTEERRYY OOPPEERRAATTIINNGG TTIIMMEEWith a typical vehicle battery, a minimum operating time of 1 to 2
hours can be expected between recharging, depending on the current
draw of the load being driven. We recommend that the operator start
the vehicle every hour to recharge the battery system. This will pre-
vent any unexpected shutdowns of the equipment and will ensure that
there is always sufficient battery capacity to start the vehicle engine.