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OPERATION
Making the Connection.
This inverter is designed to connect to your 12 volt battery by the supplied #8 AWG gauge cables.
1.Make certain that the inverter’s rocker switch is in the OFF (O) position.
2.Connect the cables to the power input terminals at the rear of the inverter and tighten the screws to make a secure connection. Do not use tools to tighten these screws.
3.Connect the cable from the (BLACK) Negative
the 12 volt power source. Make certain the connection is secure.
4.Confirm that the cable you have just installed is properly connected. Specifically, make certain that the cable is connected to the Negative
5.Connect the cable from the (RED) Positive (+) terminal on the inverter to the Positive (+) terminal on the power source.
OPERATION
Note:
•Loose connections can result in a severe decrease in voltage which may cause damage to the wires and insulation.
•Failure to make proper connection between the inverter and the power source will result in reverse polarity. Reverse polarity will blow the internal fuses in the inverter and may cause permanent damage to the inverter. Damage caused by reverse polarity is not covered under the Whistler warranty.
•Making the connection between the Positive (+) terminals may cause a spark as a result of current flowing to the capacitors in the inverter. This is a normal occurrence. Due to the potential for sparking, however, it is extremely important that both the inverter and the 12 volt battery be well removed from any possible source of flammable fumes or
gases.
Failure to heed this warning could result in fire or explosion.
6.For safe and proper operation of the inverter when not using the supplied cables, connect the inverter to the power source with the proper gauge wire available and in the shortest length practical. When the inverter and the battery are set up within four feet of each other, use a minimum of #8 gauge wire to make the connections. Within four to six feet, use #6 gauge wire. At distances between six feet to ten feet, use #4 gauge wires connected to the battery.
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