4.operating instructions
4.1Insert inverter into 12V accessory outlet:
•Push the Power Inverter 140 firmly into a vehicle’s or portable power unit’s 12V accessory outlet. The LED indicator light should glow GREEN verifying the inverter is receiving power. If the LED indicator is not on, check the connection and fuses.
4.2Connecting and using the AC or USB device:
•Make sure that the device to be operated is turned OFF.
•Plug the device into the Power Inverter AC outlet or USB port.
•Turn the device ON. If the device doesn’t work and the LED goes out, refer to section 5.
4.3Reverse these steps and remove the pocket inverter from the outlet when finished.
Note: A “buzzing” sound emitted from a sound systems is the result of ineffective filters in the sound system. This can be resolved by purchasing a sound system with a higher quality power supply or higher quality filter.
5.Led indicator and shutdown protection
The LED glows GREEN automatically when plugged into a 12V DC source and will not glow under the following conditions:
5.1When the power input from the vehicle’s battery drops to approximately 10 volts, low battery shutdown occurs and inverter shuts off.
5.2When the power input of the vehicle’s battery exceeds 15 volts, high volt- age overload protection occurs.
5.3The continuous load demand from the equipment or device being oper- ated exceeds 140 watts.
5.4The case temperature becomes hot (exceeds 145°F).
Reset: To reset after shutdown occurs, check the source of the problem and correct.
6.power source
Your average automobile or marine battery at full charge will provide an ample power supply to the inverter for approximately 3 hours when the en- gine is off. The actual length of time the inverter will function depends on the age and condition of the battery and the power demand being placed by the device being operated with the inverter.
Turn OFF the device plugged into the inverter before starting the engine. To maintain battery power, run the engine every 2 to 3 hours for approxi- mately 10 minutes to recharge the battery. The Power Inverter 140 draws very low amperage when not in use, and should be unplugged to avoid battery drain.
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