Chicago Electric 94009 User's Manual
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1. CHICAGO eLEGTme neces POWER INVERTER 1 000 WATT 2 000 WATT PEAK Mere 1194009 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Distributed Exclusively by a pe eu aii 3491 Mission rt 29 ca CA 93011 Visit our Web site at http www harborfreight com TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Copyright 2005 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 Specifications internal for replacement only by a qualified technician 131 2 L x 5 W x 23 4 H Recommended Input Cord A rable p not included 2 AWG or larger cables recommended Modified sine wave with approximately 90 efficiency Features Low voltage alarm and shutdown 1 at 10 5 V 2 at about 10 V Save This Manual You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly instructions operating and maintenance procedures parts list and diagram Keep your invoice with this manual Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover Keep the manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference Safety Warnings and Precautions WARNING When using this device basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of persona2. and more voltage could damage the inverter or the device being powered If more than one 12 volt battery is to be used the batteries must be connected in a parallel circuit batteries connected in a series circuit will produce too much voltage 1 Place the Power Inverter on a flat surface Make sure it has adequate ventila tion and is not in direct sunlight Fasten the inverter securely to the surface using screws or some other means If holes are to be drilled follow safe proper installation techniques 2 Connect the Battery Cable not included 2 AWG or larger cables recommended lugs to the Positive red and Negative black terminals on the back of the Inverter see BACK above Connect the Ground Cable not included 4 AWG or larger cable recommended lug to the Ground terminal see BACK above Se curely tighten 3 The Power Inverter can be used either while the engine is running or off Con nect the Battery Cables not included to the Negative black and Positive red terminals of the battery 4 Connect the Ground Cable to the appropriate location below a If this unit is mounted within a vehicle with a grounded metal chassis attach the Ground Cable to a nearby location on the chassis b If this unit is mounted in a boat or vehicle with an ungrounded chassis attach the Ground Cable to the vehicle s grounding system c ONLY if this unit is being used outside a vehicle attach the Ground Cable to the Negative
3. unit with a soft dry cloth never clean this unit with water or harsh cleaners 2 This device does not contain any user replaceable parts If it needs service take it to a qualified technician Due to the sensitive wiring and electrical circuits within this device and the possibility of injury the fuses inside this unit are to be replaced only by a qualified technician Also this unit must have all energy storing electronics discharged BEFORE opening test for voltage to verify that the unit is safe BEFORE opening SKU 94009 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 6 Troubleshooting Tips 1 If the low battery alarm sounds this means that the input voltage is below the necessary 10 5 V The battery needs recharging You should stop using the appliance and then recharge the battery If this is not done the Inverter will shut off automatically at around 10 V 2 Ifyou are unsure if the inverter will have the proper amount of current to run the device use this rough guideline Take the power consumption of the load in watts and divide it by 12 input voltage The result will be the approximate number of amps needed to power your device Example Load is rated at 312 watts 312 watts 12 V 26 amps needed You could use this device with the inverter 3 If your television will not start it is important to keep in mind that some appli ances including many televisions may require two to six times their wattage
4. SEM BLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANU FACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO SKU 94009 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 7 Assembly Diagram 5 De D A TERMINAL gt O PP SSA e RI GROUND SCREW N TERMINAL p r FAN 50 x15MM SIDE PLATE HOUSING NAS PCB COMPONENT OUTPUT SIDE PLATE B SEREW SWITCH AC SOCKET NOTE Parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 94009 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 8
5. Terminal of the Inverter REV 06 06 SKU 94009 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 5 AC OUTPUT Operation Warning NEVER operate this inverter unless it is properly grounded 1 Plug the 115 VAC device s you wish to power into the 3 prong AC Receptacles See FRONT above The appliance s must not use more than 1 000 total watts during continuous operation otherwise it may overload the Inverter Caution Some rechargeable appliances may damage the Power Inverter or the appliance When first using a rechargeable device check the inverter s tem perature for the first 10 minutes If it becomes abnormally hot do not use this device with the Inverter 2 Flip the Power Switch to the ON position to turn on Do not use the appliance until the switch illuminates 3 Turn on appliance If an alarm sound is heard turn off the appliance Caution It is recommended that the vehicle be started every hour to recharge the battery Doing this will help prevent any unexpected shutdown of the equip ment This will also help ensure that there will be enough battery power to start the vehicle Due to the risk of carbon monoxide inhalation see Warning 22 on page 4 do not run the vehicle s engine within an enclosed area 4 After use disconnect the appliances and flip the Switch to the OFF position Maintenance 1 Keep this unit clean and dry Unplug the unit before cleaning Clean only the outside of this
6. ctive electrically nonconductive clothes and nonskid foot wear are recommended when working Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair Use eye protection Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles when using inverters Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Do not reach over or across running machines Maintain inverters with care Keep inverters clean for better and safer perfor mance Follow instructions for changing accessories Inspect inverter cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired by an authorized technician Disconnect power Unplug inverter when not in use Avoid unintentional starting Be sure the switch is in the Off position when not in use and before plugging in any appliance Stay alert Watch what you are doing use common sense Do not operate any inverter when you are tired Check for damaged parts Before using any inverter any part that appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment and binding of moving parts any broken parts or mounting fixtures and any other condition that may affect proper operation Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician Do not use the inverter if any switch does not turn On and Off properly Servicing This device should be serviced only by a qualified technician This item does not have a
7. l injury and damage to equipment Read all instructions before using this device 1 Do not plug in a battery charger if the charger has a warning that dangerous voltages are present at the battery terminals 2 Keep work area clean Cluttered areas invite injuries 3 Keep inverter away from any direct heat source or combustible material SKU 94009 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 2 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Observe work area conditions Do not use devices in damp or wet locations Don t expose to rain Keep work area well lighted Do not use electrically pow ered devices in the presence of flammable gases or liquids Keep children away Children must never be allowed in the work area Do not let them handle machines devices or extension cords Store idle equipment When not in use devices must be stored in a dry loca tion to inhibit rust Always lock up devices and keep out of reach of children Use the right inverter for the job Do not attempt to force a small inverter or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial inverter There are certain appli cations for which this inverter was designed It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended Do not modify this inverter and do not use this inverter for a purpose for which it was not intended Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts Prote
8. ny user replaceable parts SKU 94009 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 3 17 Guard against electric shock Do not open the metal case risk of electric shock Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radia tors ranges and refrigerator enclosures during installation Connect all wires securely Store tools and metal objects away from the inverter 18 Do not operate inverter if under the influence of alcohol or drugs Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs If there is any doubt do not operate the inverter 19 People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before using this product Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference to or failure of the pacemaker 20 Keep the Inverter well ventilated Do not place any objects on top of or next to the Inverter or allow anything to cover the cooling fans doing so can cause the Inverter to overheat causing a potential fire hazard and or damage to the In verter Leave adequate ventilation space underneath the Inverter as well thick carpets or rugs can obstruct air flow causing the Inverter to overheat 21 Read and adhere to all warnings and safety precautions in the owner s manual for the device that this inverter is used to power 22 A vehicle s engine must never be used in any sealed structure Carbon monoxide i
9. s produced during operation and is DEADLY in a closed envi ronment Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu with headaches dizziness or nausea If you have these signs get fresh air immedi ately Note Performance of this unit may vary depending on the available battery power or appliance wattage Warning The warnings cautions and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are fac tors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator Unpacking When unpacking check to make sure that the Inverter is in good condition If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this manual as soon as possible SKU 94009 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 4 BACK WARNING Risk of Fire The positive battery terminal connection must be the LAST connection and must be done with the inverter s switch off Connection For the power inverter to work properly your power source must provide 12 volts DC and the power source must provide enough current i e 46 amps to operate the load of 560 Watts or under Caution This inverter must only be connected to batteries with a nominal out put voltage of 12 volts Lower voltage will not operate the inverter properly
10. to start up 4 If your audio system buzzes while using this inverter it is because some sound systems can not filter out the modified sine wave produced by the inverter Use a sound system that incorporates a higher quality power supply 5 This inverter is made to minimize the interference with TV signals However especially with weak TV signals some interference may still be visible To correct this place the inverter as far away as possible from the television an tenna and it s cables Next adjust the orientation of the inverter to the antenna cables and TV power cord to minimize the interference Also use a shielded antenna cable 6 Ifthe low battery alarm is on all the time try these corrective measures Re charge battery if in poor condition Next check the battery connection You may need to clean the connectors 7 Ifyou are getting a low output voltage try reducing the load to minimize watts You may have overloaded the inverter Reduce your load to 950 watts Also keep input voltage above 10 5 volts to maintain a constant flow of power 8 Ifyou are not getting any power output turn the power switch Off and On again until the green power light comes on Your devices may draw too much power to operate them The inverter may be in thermal shutdown Let it cool down and make sure there is adequate ventilation around the unit PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE AS
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