100 WATT POWER INVERTER WITH USB CHARGING PORT INSTRUCTION MANUAL Catalog Number PI100AB BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT FOR ANY REASON PLEASE CALL 1-877-571-2391 BEFORE YOU CALL, HAVE THE CATALOG No AVAILABLE IN MOST CASES A REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVE THE PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE.
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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL APPLIANCES READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Read all instructions before operating product. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. • AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS Don’t use appliances in damp or wet locations. Don’t use appliances in the rain.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet 120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150 (0-7.6m) (7.6-15.2m) (15.2-30.4m) (30.4-45.7m) 240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300 (0-15.2m) (15.2-30.4m) (30.4-60.9m) (60.9-91.4m) Ampere Rating More Not more American Wire Gage Than Than 10 - 12 - Not Recommended...
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Review cautionary markings on these products and on engine. INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the PI100AB Power Inverter with USB Charging Port. This inverter can be used to operate personal electronics and mobile office equipment, such as: laptop computers, digital/video cameras, MP3 players, cell phones, PDAs, and more.
Controls and Functions 1. 12 Volt DC Vehicle Adapter Plug 4. Power/Fault LED Indicator 2. Power plug adjusts 90° 5.Three-prong 115 Volt AC Outlet (with Tethered Protective 3. USB Charging Port (with Outlet Cover) Tethered Protective Outlet Cover) HOW THIS INVERTER WORKS This inverter is an electronic device that converts low voltage DC (direct current) electricity from a battery to 115 volts AC (alternating current) household power.
To turn the unit off, disconnect it from the 12 volt DC power source. Always connect the PI100AB to the 12 volt DC power source before plugging any devices into the unit. The standard North American 115 volt AC and USB outlets allow simultaneous operation of multiple devices.
4. If the Inverter does not work, make sure the ignition/accessory outlet is powering the accessory outlet. Some vehicles require the ignition switch to be turned on. 5. Plug the (110/120 volt AC) appliance into the Inverter’s three-prong AC outlet and operate normally. Notes: The Inverter will not operate appliances and equipment that generate heat, such as hair dryers, electric blankets, microwave ovens and toasters.
3. Avoid locations that are exposed to heating units, radiators, direct sunlight, or excessive humidity or dampness. TROUBLESHOOTING Common Audio/Visual Problems Problem: Buzzing Sound In Audio Systems Some inexpensive stereo systems and boom boxes make a buzzing sound when operated from the inverter, because the power supply in the electronic device does not properly filter the modified sine wave produced by the inverter.