Operating the Inverter/Charger
Operating the Inverter/Charger
This section provides guidelines for operating the IP1012 AL.
Turning the Inverter On and Running Loads
To run loads:
1.Turn the remote switch on by pressing to the right.
2.Check that the Inverter indicator is illuminated and Charge indicator is off if you are not connected to shorepower.
3.Connect appliances one at a time to the inverter/charger. Don’t connect too many
Running in Extremes Of Hot or Cold Temperatures
Hot | In extremely hot conditions, the inverter may shut down sooner than it |
| would in normal or cold temperatures. |
| When the ambient temperature is high, reduce the number of loads. |
Cold | In extreme cold temperatures, your batteries may have less stored energy. |
| At 0 °F (– 18 °C) your battery has only half the standby power than it has |
| at 77 °F (25 °C). |
Restarting After a Shutdown
If the loads stop operating suddenly, it usually means that the battery voltage is too low or you have drawn too much power for too long. Try restarting the inverter by turning the switch off, then on again. If you are running several loads, try disconnecting one or two of them before restarting. If the load doesn’t start right away, let the inverter rest a few minutes, then try again. The sudden stoppage means your batteries should be recharged as soon as possible. If the inverter still refuses to power your loads, start the vehicle to charge the batteries.
Note: Turning the switch off, then on again to restart after a shutdown should only be considered a temporary measure. The batteries likely need to be recharged.
