Cobra CPI 130
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1. 5V USB Port 10269 CPI130BK vB qx 8 14 07 12 38 PM Page c The location where you should use your CPI 130 must be dry Do not use the unit where water can drip or splash on it cool Ambient air temperature should be between 30 and 105 F 0 and 40 C The cooler the better ventilated Allow at least 1 inch 3 cm of clearance around the unit for proper air flow Make sure that ventilation openings on the ends of the unit are not obstructed gt CAUTION To prevent fire do not cover or obstruct ventilation openings OPERATION gt CAUTION The inverter must only be connected to batteries with a nominal output voltage of 12 volts It will not work with a 6 volt battery and will be damaged if it is connected to a 16 volt or greater battery 10269 CPI130BK vB qx 8 14 07 12 38 PM Page E OPERATING LIMITS INPUT VOLTAGE AUTO SHUTDOWN CONTROLS amp INDICATORS Powering Up To apply power to the CPI 130 simply plug in to 12 Volt DC source cigarette lighter Cigarette Lighter Plug Power Fault Indicator The fault indicator of your CPI 130 will light whenever the unit detects excessively high or low input voltage or begins to overheat ew R4 Power Fault Indicator CAUTION NOTE Make sure you unplug inverter from power source before you leave your vehicle Power Output AC Output Your CPI 130 will deliver 130 watts conti2. 10269 CPI130BK vB qx go 12 38 PM Page 1 Table of Con Introduction io cete Al How Your Cobra Power Inverter Works A3 1 Rechargeable Appliances 1 2 Quick Checkout t 2 3 3 Operation see teinte denter cte ener 4 A Controls and Indicators i c race 5 BS Operating Limits cae exorti le 6 5 Input Voltage Automatic Shutdown 6 6 Troubleshooting Guide 7 7 Maintenance and Service sss 8 9 8 Power Consumption essent 10 9 Specifications sce ius 11 10 Limited 1 Year Warranty ss 12 a 10269 CPI130BK vB qx 8 14 07 12 38 PM Page c RECHARGEABLE APPLIANCES gt CAUTION Certain rechargers for small nickel cadmium batteries can be damaged if connected to the CPI 130 Two types of equipment are particularly prone to this problem 1 Small battery operated appliances that can be plugged directly into an AC receptacle for recharging including flashlights razors and night lights 2 Certain battery chargers for battery packs used in hand power tools specifically those that have a WARNING label stating that dangerous voltages are present at the battery terminals Problems do not occur with the vast majority of battery operated tools most of which use a separate charger or transformer that plugs into an AC receptacle and produces a low voltage output If the label on your
3. e are limited in duration to the length of this warranty Cobra shall not be liable for any incidental consequential or other damages including without limitation damages resulting from loss of use or cost of installation Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations may not apply to you 12 10269 CPI130BK vB qgx 8 14 07 12 38 PM Page 16 HC obra The Cobra line of quality products includes CB Radios microTALK Radios Radar Laser Detectors Safety Alert Traffic Warning Systems Mobile GPS Navigations Systems HighGear9 Accessories CobraMarine VHF Marine Radios Accessories CobraMarine Chartplotters For more information about our products or to order online please visit our website www cobra com Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra Printed in China Part No 480 395 P Version B 2008 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago IL 60707 USA Operating Instructions for Your Cobra 130 Watt POWER INVERTER MODEL CPI 130 For Best Results Your CPI 130 must be used properly in order to provide the best possible results Please read all instructions carefully before using the unit Pay special attention to CAUTION and WARNING statements in this manual CAUTION statements specify co
4. erter Your CPI 130 requires very little maintenance to keep it operating properly The exterior of the unit should be cleaned periodically with a damp cloth to prevent accumulation of dust and dirt Keep vents and fans free from dust or debris Service You can receive technical assistance with your unit through one of our customer support services Automated Help Desk is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week at 773 889 3087 MAINTENANCE amp SERVICE Customer Service Operators are available at 773 889 3087 Monday through Friday 8 00 a m to 6 00 p m Central Time Questions can be faxed to 773 622 2269 Automated Technical Assistance is available 24 hours 7 days a week via e mail at productinfo cobra com On line answers to frequently asked questions can be found at www cobra com Cobra Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation USA WARNING This product contains lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling m 10269 CPI130BK vB qx 8 14 07 12 38 PM Page s MAINTENANCE amp SERVICE Service continued If you suspect that your unit requires service please call 773 889 3087 BEFORE shipping it to Cobra This will ensure that you receive service as quickly as possible If you are asked to send your unit to
5. information see page 8 9 a LIMITED 1 YEAR WARRANTY Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago Illinois 60707 USA Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra Power Inverter and the component parts thereof will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of consumer purchase This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser provided that the product is utilized within the U S A Cobra will without charge repair or replace at its option a defective inverter upon delivery to the Cobra Factory Service Department accompanied by proof of the date of first consumer purchase such as duplicated sales receipt You must pay initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service but the return charges will be at Cobra s expense if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Exclusions This limited warranty does not apply 1 to any product damaged by accident 2 in the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs 3 if the serial number has been altered defaced or removed 4 if the owner of the product resides outside the U S A All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpos
6. lude USB 5V Output AC receptacle Low battery shutdown Automatic thermal protection shutdown Cigarette Lighter Plug 5V USB Port AC Receptacle ez Power Fault Indicator A2 9 How Your Cobra Power Inverter Works The Cobra Power Inverter takes low voltage DC direct current power from your automobile or other low voltage power supply and converts it to standard 110 volt AC alternating current power like the electrical current you have in your home Simply by plugging your CPI 130 into your vehicle s cigarette lighter socket you can use many of your household appliances and electronic products in automobiles RVs boats tractors trucks and virtually anywhere else ote SER adl I MH o gt f Q A3 Customer Assistance You can receive technical assistance with your unit through one of our customer support services Automated Help Desk is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week at 773 889 3087 Customer Service Operators are available at 773 889 3087 Monday Friday 8 00 a m to 6 00 p m Central Time Questions can be faxed to 773 622 2269 Automated Technical Assistance is available 24 hrs 7 days a week via e mail at productinfo cobra com On line answers to frequently asked questions can be found at www cobra com For additional Customer Service
7. nditions that could cause damage to the unit or other equipment gt CAUTION WARNING statements identify conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of life QD WARNING INTRODUCTION Cobra 130W Output Waveform This unit s output waveform is referred to as square wave or modified sine wave Tt is a stepped waveform designed to have characteristics similar to the sine wave shape of utility power A waveform of this nature is suitable for most AC loads including linear and switching power supplies used in electronic equipment transformers and motors Al
8. nuously NOTE the wattage rating applies to resistive loads USB Output 5 Volt continuous output Input Voltage Your CPI 130 will operate from input voltage ranging from 10 to 15 volts Optimum performance occurs when the voltage is between 12 and 14 volts The inverter will automatically shut down if the input voltage drops below 10 0 0 3 volts This protects the battery from being over discharged The inverter will restart when the input voltage exceeds 12 0 0 3 volts The inverter will also shut down if the input voltage increases to 15 5 0 5 volts This helps protect the unit from damage due to excessive input voltage Although the inverter is protected in this way it may still be damaged should the input voltage exceed 16 volts Automatic Shutdown The unit will automatically go into thermal shutdown if it becomes overheated due to excessive input voltage poor circulation or high ambient temperature 10269 CPI130BK vB qgx 8 14 07 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Low output voltage Possible Overload Solution Reduce the load No output voltage Low input Recharge battery voltage No output voltage when load is in excess of 130 watts or 1 3 amperes Thermal shutdown Allow inverter to cool down Improve ventilation make sure ventilation openings in the inverter are not obstructed Lower ambient temperature 12 38 PM Page is Maintaining Your Inv
9. s for 180 minutes before it is completely discharged ade POWER CONSUMPTION Calculate the total watt hours of energy consumption power X operating time then divide the watt hours by 10 to determine how may 12 volt ampere hours will be consumed 10 10269 CPI130BK vB qgx t 4 07 12 38 PM Page 12 11 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Continuous output power 130w Surge rating 0 1second 260w Peak efficiency 12V 1 2 load 85 Efficiency full load 12V gt 78 No load current draw lt 0 45 A 12 6 VDC Output waveform resistive load Perfect modified sine wave Output frequency 60Hz 2Hz Output voltage 115V 10 USB output 5V Input voltage 12 8 13 2 VDC Shutdown voltage unload 10 0V 0 3V Operating temperature range 10 C 40 C Storage temperature range 40 C to 85 C Protection Overload short circuit Overtemp Reverse polarity under over voltage NOTES All protection is automatically recovered To protect the battery if the unit needs to be restarted after low voltage protection the voltage of DC input should be above 12V a 10269 CPI130BK vB qx Congratulations Thank you for purchasing the CPI 130 Power Inverter from 8 14 07 12 38 PM Page 13 130 Watt POWER INVERTER MODEL CPI 130 Cobra When used properly your unit will give you many years of reliable service The operating features of your CPI 130 inc
10. the Cobra factory please follow these steps 1 Send the complete unit 2 For warranty repair enclose some form of proof of purchase such as a photocopy or carbon copy of a sales receipt If you send the original receipt it cannot be returned 3 Enclose a typed or clearly written description of the problem you are having with your unit plus the name and address where you want the unit returned 4 Pack the unit securely to prevent damage during transit If possible use the original packing materials 5 Ship prepaid and insured using a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service UPS Federal Express or first class mail with delivery confirmation Ship to Cobra Factory Service Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago IL 60707 USA 6 Please allow 3 4 weeks before contacting us about the status of your service Call 773 889 3087 for assistance If your unit is under warranty it will either be repaired or replaced upon receipt depending on the model If your unit is out of warranty you will receive a letter informing you of the repair or replacement charge For each piece of equipment you will be powering with your CPI 130 you must determine the battery s capacity how long the battery can deliver a specific amount of current For example automotive batteries usually provide 25 amperes of current A battery with a reserve capacity of 180 minutes can deliver 25 ampere
11. tool s AC adapter or charger states that is produces a low voltage AC or DC output less than 30 volts you can safely power the charger with your CPI 130 In order to check the performance of your CPI 130 before using it please have the following on hand 1 A 12 volt DC power source such as a vehicle battery 2 A test load such as a lamp or other small appliance that can be plugged into the AC receptacle on the inverter Power Source You will need an 11 to 15 volt DC power source capable of supplying enough current to run the test load As a rough guide divide the wattage of the test load by 10 to get the current in amperes that the power source must supply A fully charged standard automotive battery will work fine QUICK CHECKOUT Connecting to the Power Source Your CPI 130 connects directly into the cigarette lighter socket of your car QD WARNING Do not connect to the power source if flammable fumes are present Explosion or fire may result i QUICK CHECKOUT Quick Checkout continued To connect your inverter to the power source 1 If the power source is a DC power supply switch it off 2 Insert the cigarette lighter plug into your vehicle s cigarette lighter Testing The inverter will come on automatically It should supply power to the load If the inverter does not appear to work properly refer to the Troubleshooting Guide on page 7
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