PI1500X Owner - Clore Automotive
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1. After initial start up the device then requires less power to operate which is referred to as its continuous power It is important that you determine both the peak power and continuous power demands of any device you plan to operate using your power inverter The power demands of any particular device are usually stamped or printed on the device and are usually expressed in either Wattage Watts or Amperes Amps If this information is not indicated or the device reference that device s owner s manual or contact the manufacturer to ensure that it is compatible with a modified sine wave power source To determine the power needs of a particular device use the following formulas Amps Indicated x 110 AC Voltage Watts This Wattage amount is roughly equivalent to the continuous power demand Watts x 2 Peak Power This is roughly equivalent to the initial peak power demand of the device at start up In most cases the peak power demand of the device is the determining factor in whether your power inverter has the capacity to power that device To determine whether your inverter has the capacity to power a specific device test that device using your power inverter Your SOLAR power inverter is designed to automatically shut down in the event of a power overload This feature protects the inverter in the event that you attempt to power a device with a power demand exceeding the inv2. S LAR PI1500X Power Inverter User s Manual reataring FFIDAPEESION AWARNING a ZOJ Failure to follow instructions may cause damage or explosion always pS liea shield eyes Read entire instruction manual before use Warning This product contains chemicals including lead known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects and other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Congratulations You have just purchased the finest quality power inverter on the market We have taken numerous measures in our quality control and in our manufacturing processes to ensure that your product arrives in top condition and that it will perform to your satisfaction In the rare event that your SOLAR power inverter contains a damaged item is missing any specific item or requires warranty service please call Technical Service at 913 310 1050 Save your purchase receipt it is required for warranty service SAFETY SUMMARY AWARNING Read these instructions completely before using the SOLAR power inverter and save them for future reference Before connecting the SOLAR power inverter to a car truck boat or to power any equipment read these instructions and the instruction manual safety information provided by the car truck boat or equipment manufacturer Following all manufacturers instructions and safety procedures will reduce the risk of accident Working around lead acid batteries may be dang
3. original purchase receipt required to obtain warranty This warranty is not extended to products which in Clore Automotive s sole judgement have been misused abused or modified from their original state The foregoing warranty is in lieu of all other warranties whether oral written expressed implied or statutory including but not limited to implied warranties of fitness for a particular purpose or merchantability To obtain service under this warranty return your SOLAR Power Inverter to the place of purchase along with your dated sales receipt for an exchange Your product can also be sent back to Clore Automotive for exchange visit www cloreautomotive com for shipping address This manual is available in a multilingual version English Spanish French on our web site at http www cloreautomotive com site_prod asp sku_pk 328 Este manual esta disponible en una versi n multiling e ingl s espa ol franc s en nuestro sitio web en http www cloreautomotive com site_prod asp sku_pk 328 Ce manuel est disponible dans une version multilingue l anglais espagnol frangais sur notre site web a http www cloreautomotive com site_prod asp sku_pk 328 841 019 150 2006 Clore Automotive
4. calibrated to measure the RMS voltage of a pure sine wave For this reason most voltmeters will not measure the output voltage of your power inverter correctly typically showing an output about 20 30 Volts below the actual output To accurately measure the the output voltage of your SOLAR power inverter use only a voltmeter identified as a True RMS reading voltmeter Connecting Your SOLAR Power Inverter 1 Make sure the ON oFF power switch on the power inverter is in the OFF O position 2 Connect the 12 Volt adapter to the 12 Volt outlet in the vehicle or on the 12 Volt power source 3 Turn the inverter power switch to the on I position The LED Indicator Light should light green indicating that there is power coming to the inverter 4 Turn the inverter power switch to the off O position The LED Indicator Light may blink or the internal audible alarm may sound briefly This is normal 5 Ensuring that the device to be powered is turned orF plug the device into the 110 Volt AC receptacle on the power inverter 6 Turn the inverter power switch to the on I position Then turn the device to be powered on Always use this sequence when powering devices using your SOLAR power inverter Never connect a device when its power switch is in the on position Things to remember when operating your SOLAR power inverter Loose connections can result in a severe decrease in voltage and may cause damage to the wires and ins
5. WAYS disconnect your SOLAR power inverter from the 12 Volt power source prior to attempting to replace the fuse s ALWAYS use the proper replacement fuse s as indicated in the chart above Make sure to address the root source of the overload that caused the blown fuse prior to using your power inverter again TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Answer Answer Problem Answer Answer Answer Problem Answer Answer Answer Problem Answer Low or no output voltage from the power inverter Check connections between the 12 Volt power source and the power inverter as detailed in Connecting Your Power Inverter Using the incorrect type of voltmeter to test the output voltage To accurately measure the the output voltage of your SOLAR Power Inverter use only a voltmeter identified as a True RMS reading voltmeter Red LED ON The voltage of the 12 Volt power source may have dropped below 9 5 Volts check 12 Volt power source voltage and recharge as needed The device being powered is placing a power demand on the inverter that is beyond its operating capacity use a higher capacity power inverter or cease powering that device using your power inverter The inverter is too hot allow the inverter to cool Check for adequate ventilation If problem persists reduce the the load on the power inverter to the rated continuous power Low Battery Alarm on Continuously The voltage of the 12 Volt power s
6. come to your aid when you work near a lead acid battery Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin clothing or eyes Protective eyewear should always be worn when working near lead acid batteries If battery acid contacts skin or clothing wash immediately with soap and water If acid enters eye immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto battery It might spark or short circuit battery or other electrical part that may cause explosion Remove personal metal items such as rings bracelets necklaces and watches when working with a lead acid battery A lead acid battery can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal causing a severe burn NEVER connect your SOLAR power inverter to a frozen battery While some of our smaller units are designed to plug into a 12 Volt vehicle outlet larger models must be properly connected to a battery Extreme care must be taken to follow all applicable codes when working with electricity OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Assessing the Capacity of Your SOLAR Power Inverter to Power a Specific Device When you first switch on a powered tool or appliance that utilizes a motor that device requires an initial surge of power This initial surge of power required to start the device is referred to as the peak power
7. erous Lead acid batteries release explosive gases during normal operation charging and jump starting Carefully read and follow these instructions for safe use All lead acid batteries car truck and boat produce hydrogen gas which may violently explode in the presence of fire or sparks Do not smoke use matches or a cigarette lighter while near batteries Do not handle the battery while wearing vinyl clothing because static electricity sparks are generated when vinyl clothing is rubbed Always wear eye protection appropriate protective clothing and other safety equipment when working near lead acid batteries Do not touch eyes while working on or around lead acid batteries Inverters bodies may become extremely hot during operation Take extreme caution when handling the unit and when determining it s location for use Use extreme care while working within the engine compartment because moving parts may cause severe injury Read and follow all safety instructions published in the vehicle s Owner s Manual Vehicle batteries contain liquid acids which are hazardous if spilled IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Never open the inverter case severe shock hazard Your power inverter is designed to operate from a 12 Volt DC power source only NEVER attempt to connect your SOLAR power inverter to any other power source including any AC power source Your power inverter is designed to be connected to the 12 Volt power source using
8. erter s capacity If a specific device that is close to the maximum operating range of your power inverter will not power properly using the power inverter turn the inverter power switch on I OFF O and on I again in quick succession If this procedure is not successful it is likely that your power inverter does not have the capacity to operate that particular device In the event the automatic shut down protection occurs or the inverter sounds a continuous audible alarm turn oFF the power inverter immediately Do not re start the SOLAR power inverter until the source of the problem has been identified and corrected How Power Inverters Work Power inverters utilize a two step method to convert 12 Volt direct current DC power into 110 Volt AC power In the first step the power inverter uses a DC to DC converter to increase the DC voltage from the original 12 Volts DC to 145 Volts DC In the second step the power inverter converts high voltage DC power into 110 Volt AC power using advanced micro circuitry which we refer to as Sonic Compression technology It is this Sonic Compression technology that enables SOLAR power inverters to accommodate strenuous peak power and continuous power demands while at the same time providing the assurance of automatic overload protection The modified sine wave produced using our Sonic Compression technology has a root mean square RMS voltage of 110 Volts Most AC voltmeters are
9. nds warning you that your power source is low 2 The power input from the 12 Volt power source exceeds 15 5 Volts 3 The continuous power demand from the powered device exceeds the continuous power rating of your power inverter The peak power demand from the powered device exceeds the peak power rating of your power inverter The circuit temperature within the power inverter exceeds 165 F Note Your power inverter is equipped with a cooling fan which is designed to run continuously when the inverter is in use Automatic shut down caused by high circuit temperature will occur when the cooling fan is unable to maintain a cool enough temperature for safe operation of the power inverter In the event the automatic shut down protection occurs or the inverter sounds a continuous audible alarm turn oFF the power inverter immediately Do not re start the power inverter until the source of the problem has been identified and corrected SOLAR Power Inverter Maintenance Replacing Blown fuses Your SOLAR power inverter is equipped with fuses of specific amperage rating and physical design In most cases the fuses should not need to be replaced If you require replacement fuses it is important that you purchase and install the correct replacement fuse s Please reference the chart below to determine the correct fuse s for your product Model No No of Fuses Fuse Rating Fuse Type P115000X 1 15 Amp Spade Type AL
10. ource may have dropped below 10 5 Volts check 12 Volt power source voltage and recharge as needed Poor or weak 12 Volt power source recharge or replace the battery Inadequate power delivery from the 12 Volt power source check the connections between the 12 Volt power source and the power inverter Poor Television Audio Device Reception Refer to Suggestions When Using Your Power Inverter to Power Television and Audio Devices section within this Operator s Manual Specifications Electrical Specifications Maximum continuous AC power Surge capacity peak Surge Capacity Peak Seconds Peak efficiency No load current draw DC Low Voltage Alarm DC Low Voltage Shut Down DC Over Voltage Shut Down Over Temperature Protectoin Cooling Fan Overload Protection Input voltage range AC output frequency AC output voltage Output waveform General Specifications AC receptacle DC connection Recommended DC fuse Dimensions H x W x L Weight Warranty Output temperature range LED indicators 150 W 150 300 1 90 lt 0 3 A YES YES YES YES YES YES 10 15 VDC 60 4 Hz 115 VAC RMS 10 Modified sine wave 150 W Triple Hardwire 15A TBA 1 25 Ib 0 56Kg One year 32 F to 104 F 0 C to 40 C Power on and fault WARRANTY SOLAR Power Inverters are guaranteed to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one 1 year from the original date of purchase
11. rly when they have weak signals Here are a few suggestions to improve your reception under these circumstances Make sure the television audio antenna on the device produces a clear signal under normal operating conditions when plugged into a standard 110 Volt AC outlet Also ensure that the antenna is properly shielded and of good quality Change the positions of the power inverter antenna and tv audio power cord to see if a change of their relative positions improves your reception Isolate the television audio device its power cord and antenna cables from the power inverter and 12 Volt power source by running an extension cord from the television audio device power cord to the inverter Coil the television power cord and the power cables running from the 12 Volt power source to the power inverter Attach a Ferrite Data Line Filter available at most electronic supply stores to the television audio device power cord More than one filter may be required SOLAR Power Inverter Safety Features Your SOLAR power inverter is equipped with automatic shut off protection which will be activated if any of several unsafe operating conditions exist In the event that any of the following conditions occurs the power inverter will shut down 1 The power input from the 12 Volt power source drops to 9 5 Volts When the power from the 12 Volt power source drops to 10 5 Volts an extended audible alarm will sou
12. the connection cables provided Do not attempt to modify the provided connection cables or use other means of connecting to the 12 Volt power source Do not operate the SOLAR power inverter in the vicinity of flammables such as gasoline etc Do not operate the inverter in areas where fumes or gases may accumulate such as battery compartments Do not operate the power inverter if you the inverter the device being powered or any other surfaces that may come into contact with the 12 Volt power source are wet Do not expose your power inverter to rain or moisture Keep your SOLAR power inverter well ventilated when in operation When in use maintain several inches of clearance around the top and sides of the power inverter Avoid placing the power inverter near sources of heat such as heat vents and radiators or in direct sunlight Loose connections can result in a severe decrease in voltage and may cause damage to the wires and insulation in the power inverter Always check that all connections are correct and secure prior to powering the inverter or any device connected to it When connecting device appliance power cords to the inverter pull on the plug and never on the wire when disconnecting Do not operate a device appliance with a damaged power cord To avoid battery drain always disconnect your SOLAR power inverter when not in use PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS Someone should always be within range of your voice or close enough to
13. ulation in the power inverter Always check that all connections are correct and secure prior to powering the inverter and any device connected to it When attempting to power any device using your inverter monitor the temperature of the device for approximately 10 minutes If the device being powered becomes abnormally warm disconnect it from the power inverter immediately When using an automobile or marine battery to power the inverter start the vehicle s engine every 30 to 60 minutes and let it run for approximately 10 minutes to recharge the vehicle s battery We recommend that the device being powered by the inverter as well as the inverter itself be turned OFF before starting the vehicle s engine When your power inverter is not in use and turned oF it draws a very low amperage from the 12 Volt power source when connected As a result we recommend that you disconnect the power inverter from the 12 Volt power source when not in use Use of an extension cord between the SOLAR power inverter and the device being powered will not significantly decrease the power generated by the power inverter For best results do not use an extension cord longer than 50 ft Suggestions When Using Your SOLAR Power Inverter to Power Television and Audio Devices Although your SOLAR power inverter is shielded and filtered to minimize signal interference some interference with your television and audio equipment may be unavoidable particula
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