Black+Decker PI400LA Manual De Instrucciones página 14

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f The inverter is capable of running most chargers
and transformers.
MAXX SST Soft start technology
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BLACK+DECKER Soft Start Technology gradually "ramps
up" the inverters power to slowly start appliances that
require a surge to get started. This gradual ramp up
protects the inverter and the appliance, as well as the
power source, from damage and failure.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The Power Inverter must be connected only to batteries
with a nominal output voltage of 12V. The unit will not
operate from a 6V battery and will sustain permanent
damage if connected to a 24V battery.
Always connect the PI400LA to the 12V DC power source
before plugging any devices into the unit.
The standard AC and USB outlets allow simultaneous
operation of multiple devices. Simply plug the equipment
into the unit and operate normally. Ensure that the
wattage of all equipment simultaneously plugged into
the PI400LA does not exceed 400W continuous.
Connection to power source
The power inverter comes equipped with a DC accessory
outlet plug and battery clips for connection to a power source.
Connecting to a power source using the DC
accessory outlet plug
The DC Accessory outlet plug is suitable for operating the
inverter at power outputs up to 100W. The tip of the plug is
POSITIVE (+) and the side contact is NEGATIVE (–).
Connect the inverter to the power source by inserting the
DC accessory outlet plug firmly into the accessory outlet
of a vehicle or other DC power source.
CAUTIONS
f Connect directly to power source using the included
battery clips when operating above 100W.
f Do not use with positive ground electrical systems.
f Reverse polarity connection will result in a blown fuse
and may cause permanent damage to the inverter.
Notes: Most vehicle accessory outlet circuits have
fuses rated at 15A to 20A or greater. To operate
at full wattage, either use the battery clip cable
(supplied) or directly wire to the power source with
user-supplied wire and fuse. The majority of modern
automobiles, RVs and trucks are negative ground.
Once properly connected to a 12V DC power source and
switched on, the green Power LED Indicator lights
indicating that the Inverter is functioning properly. If either
the yellow Input Fault LED Indicator or red Output Fault
LED Indicator lights, indicating a fault condition exists,
refer to the "Troubleshooting" section of this Instruction
manual.
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Connecting to a power source using the
provided battery clips
Use the provided battery clips (with cables) to connect the
Power Inverter directly to the 12V power source as follows:
1. Check to make sure the inverter's Power Pushbutton
2. Connect the red cable to the RED post marked (+) on
3. Connect the black cable to the BLACK post marked
4. Make sure that all connections between cables
Direct hardwiring to power source (optional
connection method; hardware not included)
longer than 10 feet (3m) as this can adversely effect the
operation of your inverter.
Use #6 AWG wire if the inverter to power source connection
is 6 feet or less. For cable lengths up to 10ft use #4 AWG
wire. In either case, protect the positive (+) wire from shorts
by installing a 35 ANL fuse or circuit breaker close to the DC
power source (battery) terminal.
1. Check to make sure the inverter's Power Pushbutton
2. Identify the POSITIVE (+) and NEGATIVE (–) DC
3. Install a fuse holder or breaker close to
4. Connect a length of wire on one side of the fuse holder
5. Connect a length of wire between the inverter's
6. Connect a short length of wire to the other
7. Connect the free end of the fuse or breaker wire to
8. Insert a fuse appropriate to the inverter in the fuse holder.
9. Test the inverter by turning it on and plugging in
10. If the inverter is not properly operating, then refer
has been pressed OFF (no LEDs are lit) and that no
flammable fumes are present in the installation area.
the back of the inverter. Connect the RED Battery
Clip to the POSITIVE terminal of the battery.
(–) on the back of the inverter. Connect the BLACK
Battery Clip to the NEGATIVE terminal of the battery.
and terminals are secure.
Warning! It is not recommended to install with cables
has been pressed OFF (no LEDs are lit) and that no
flammable fumes are present in the installation area.
power source (battery) terminals.
the POSITIVE (+) terminal of the DC source (battery).
or circuit breaker. Connect the other end of the wire
to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of the inverter.
NEGATIVE (–) terminal and the DC power source
NEGATIVE (–) terminal.
terminal of the fuse holder or circuit breaker.
Mark it "POSITIVE" or "+".
the POSITIVE (+) terminal of the DC power source (battery).
a 100W lamp or equipment.
to the "Troubleshooting" section of this manual.