Silverline 444658 Manual De Instrucciones página 6

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• When used in a vehicle, the inverter should only be used with 12V DC negative earth
electrical system. Use with any other type of vehicle earth system may be dangerous
and could cause permanent damage to the inverter and other electrical components
WARNING: Do not operate this inverter without connecting it to earth. Electrical shock
hazard may result.
Connecting to a battery
WARNING: When working next to, or moving lead acid batteries ensure you are
wearing splash-resistant safety goggles and electrically insulated gloves.
WARNING: The maximum input current of this inverter (12V/200A) exceeds the
output of most alternators fitted to cars and light vans, which normally have a current
output of approximately 60-70A. This inverter used to maximum capacity for an extended
duration - even while the engine is running - will require current well beyond the spare
current capacity of the alternator, and will discharge the battery until fully discharged and
the vehicle cannot be started.
IMPORTANT: Normal automotive (SLI) batteries are not recommended for use with this
inverter if the inverter is used at its maximum output for extended periods, especially if
the inverter is used in a stationary position that does not benefit from having a vehicle
alternator providing part of the current requirements. Recommended battery types are
deep cycle (leisure) or traction batteries. These are purposely designed to be depleted fully
at a low to medium rate and recharged frequently, but do not provide the peak current
output of automotive batteries that is required for starting a vehicle.
Notes:
• If you wish to replace the supplied 12V cables with longer cables, connect cables
that are suitable for the sustained inverter current demands, not peak/surge (see
Specification). Also make sure the insulation of the cable is correct for the environment
the cables will be used in
• To use this inverter at full capacity in a vehicle may require fitting of a higher
performance alternator
• When connecting multiple batteries in parallel, ideally all batteries should be the same
type, manufacturer, age and capacity. This will help provide the same level of current
and runtime across all batteries and mean they will age and can be replaced at the
same time with minimal waste of battery life. A worn battery with reduced capacity is
the weak link in a battery bank and prevents the full benefits of a bank being realised
• It is safer to use normal automotive (SLI) batteries in a parallel arrangement with an
inverter as the sustained high discharge rate is shared across multiple batteries. This
can help such batteries last longer, which otherwise may wear out very quickly when
used individually with inverters
• If fitting an inline fuse to improve protection against short circuits and overloads,
connect inline to the cable that attaches to the inverter's 12V positive terminal. Select a
suitable fuse based on the maximum sustained input current of the inverter, and choose
a fuse at the closest value above this. So an inverter rated at 93A would need a 100A
continuous (anti-surge/time delay) rated fuse. Do not use a quick or fast-blow-type fuse
due to the peak current demands of AC devices when they are started. A suitable fuse
and fuse holder are available as Maxi blade type or Mega™ fuses for higher values
• When batteries need charging in a stationary installation and the battery charger
used allows for charging multiple batteries simultaneously, make sure the inverter is
switched off or disconnected while charging to prevent possible damage to the inverter
and battery charger. Check the instructions supplied with the battery chargers for
exact information
1. Switch the On/Off Switch (4) to the off position
2. Connect the 12V Cables (7) to the battery as shown in Fig. A for vehicles or boats, or Fig.
B for a stationary installation. Make sure the cables are not shorted together
3. If you are connecting multiple batteries in a stationary installation, ensure they are
connected in parallel (Fig. C). Do not connect in series as the inverter and possibly the
batteries will be damaged. Parallel requires all negative battery terminals to be
connected to the negative terminal of the inverter and all positive battery terminals to
be connected to the positive terminal of the inverter. The inverter features 2 sets of
12V terminals so a simple 2 battery parallel connection only needs each battery
connected to one set of terminals. Double check the batteries are correctly connected
before connecting to the inverter
4. Remove the knobs of the 12V Connectors (7) and (8) and attach the free ends of the 12V
cables. Connect the black 12V cable to the Negative Connector (-) and the red 12V cable
to the Positive Connector (+). Tighten the knobs. Check the cables are connected to the
correct connectors. Connecting to the Positive Connector (+) of the inverter should
be the final connection made. It is important that the polarity is correct as the inverter's
internal fuses will be blown by incorrect polarity
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Operation
Connecting a mains device
WARNING: This inverter is not compatible with devices that have a capacitive power
supply; due to their design they will not work with the simulated AC voltage (modified
sine wave) of this inverter. Such power supplies are no longer sold from new in Europe
due to their reliance on pure sine wave AC and are fairly rare. They do not meet current
European safety standards but if you suspect your device has such a power supply, make
sure you monitor the device when first connected. If it is a battery charger that contains
a rechargeable battery of any type it is recommended not to try it due to the possibility of
damage to the batteries.
WARNING: If the inverter is constantly running at a very high temperature or is
shutting down in use, it is possible the device connected to the inverter is not ideally
matched and should not be connected. Always monitor the inverter and mains device
when connected for the first time for the first 5 minutes or so to ensure both are working
correctly at normal temperatures, then check on the device every half hour for the first 2
hours. Once the device is confirmed as compatible mark it so its compatibility is recorded.
WARNING: The 230V Universal Mains Sockets (3) fitted to the inverter are a universal
type which accommodates a wide range of world mains plugs. It is important when using
devices fitted with a non-UK or European plug that you check the device is compatible
with 230V 50Hz. This is especially important for devices intended for the US market; these
will normally be 120V 60Hz only and must not be connected. Only if the rating label of
the product specifically states a wide input voltage and dual mains frequency, for example
'100-240V - 50/60Hz', can they be used.
IMPORTANT: The inverter is reliant on being connected to a DC power source sufficient to
power your AC mains devices. It is not a fault with the inverter if the current is inadequate
to power your mains devices.
IMPORTANT: The 2000W Inverter's maximum output is 2000W. Multiple lower wattage
devices can be used at the same time, but the total power being drawn from the Inverter
must not exceed 2000W.
IMPORTANT: If you are using an RCD with the inverter check that the inverter is operating
normally. As with all RCDs use the test button to make sure it is operating correctly before
use. If the RCD is not operating normally with an inverter this does not indicate a fault with
the inverter or RCD and is likely caused by either the modified sine wave output or lack of
neutral/earth bonding you would get from normal domestic sockets.
IMPORTANT: The inverter may shut down as a vehicle engine is being started due to the
high electrical current required by the vehicle starter motor. Ideally turn off the inverter
before starting the vehicle.
Notes
• The inverter simulates mains AC voltage using a modified sine wave (Fig. D). A small
number of devices may not be compatible with this type of AC waveform. Most
resistive-load devices (kettles, filament bulbs etc) are compatible. Inductive loads,
typically those that have electrically powered moving parts or have circuit boards with
electronic components, are more likely to be incompatible. These have components
that make use of magnetic fields and often require a high starting current as well as
being more selective about the AC wave form. Generally even domestic mains sockets
don't output pure sine wave AC but their waveform is closer to pure sine wave than a
modified sine wave inverter. Many devices are designed to work with AC wave forms
that are not pure sine wave, so most devices are compatible with modified sine wave
output
• Some inductive load devices may consume slightly more current or produce more noise
with modified sine wave AC compared to pure sine wave AC
• Some devices have huge starting current requirements which means even if the
average power consumption is well within the inverter's rating the device will not
be compatible. Pumps and compressors typically have the highest starting current
requirements (a refrigerator is a common device of this type). Generally an inductive
load with the same wattage power as a resistive load is less likely to be compatible due
to starting current requirements although some resistive loads still have higher starting
current requirements like filament bulbs
• If an inductive load device will not function at all with the inverter, or is not functioning
correctly, connecting a resistive load device with the inductive load may enable it to
function normally. A small lamp with a filament bulb may be suitable as a resistive load
• DO NOT use this inverter for sensitive devices such as medical equipment or any other
critical or calibrated electronic device that may not be compatible with modified sine
wave AC
• When used with audio-visual devices, it is possible additional background noise will be
heard in use and possible video distortion or interference. This could be due to many
reasons, including interference from the inverter or vehicle electrics as well as the
modified sine wave AC effecting components in the device. It is possible such a device
will not be compatible with a modified sine wave inverter, and a pure sine wave inverter
will be required for the device to work optimally
• Some devices, including laptops, mobile phones, and handheld electronic devices, have
AC power supplies to generate DC that the main unit requires to operate or charge its
battery. It is more efficient for such devices to be charged using a 12V charging lead
(possibly supplied with the unit) as this eliminates the conversion loss from converting
12V DC to high voltage AC in the inverter and then high voltage AC back to low voltage
DC in the AC power supply
• Some appliances (televisions, stereos, motors, neon lights etc) may require a much
higher starting power than their rated power. If the appliance will not start, the
maximum output of the inverter has been exceeded. To reduce the total load on the
inverter it may be possible to start the device by turning off other devices connected to
the inverter and then powering them up again, after you have started the device that
requires a very high starting current. If the inverter switches off due to high starting
current demands, this does not indicate a fault