Symptom The cigarette lighter works in the lighter socket, but the inverter does not.
Possible cause | Suggested remedy |
The contact between the plug and the lighter socket or the 12 volt outlet is poor.
The inverter has been connected with reverse DC input polarity.
Press the plug firmly into the socket. Clean the plug or socket if necessary.
The inverter has probably been damaged. Have it repaired. Damage caused by reverse polarity is not covered by the warranty. Instructions for returning the inverter are on
page 28.
Symptom The cigarette lighter does not work in the lighter socket.
Possible cause | Suggested remedy |
The lighter socket or the 12 volt outlet may require that the ignition be switched on.
The cigarette lighter fuse or the 12 volt outlet fuse is blown.
Turn the key to the accessory position.
Check the vehicle fuses, and replace the blown fuse with the correct type and size.
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