APC DC to AC power inverter ( external ) - 12 V - 150 Watt - 1 Output Connector(s) 150
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1. The Inverter is overloaded and or short circuited Unplug load from the Inverter and see if the indicator indicator is yellow is green If green check the power rating of the load It must be less than or equal to 150 watts Battery above 20 volts indicator is yellow Unplug the Inverter and find a power source that is within the 10 5 16 volt dc input range Inverter output power is Loose connection indicator may flicker or be green Check and secure all connections Check that the blue intermittent LED on the lighter adapter is lit Warranty APC offers a 1 year product warranty worldwide on the APC DC to AC Power Inverter APC warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for 1 year of the original purchase APC s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing at APC s sole option any such defective products To obtain service under warranty a Return Material Authorization RMA number must be obtained from APC www apc com 800 800 4APC or an APC service center The APC DC to AC Power Inverter must be returned with an RMA number accompanied by a brief description of the problem and proof of date and place of purchase The customer pays shipping charges to APC Shipping charges back to the customer are paid by APC This warranty applies only to the original purchaser 990 2137 Copyright 2005 American Power Conversion 132 Fairgrounds Rd2. West Kingston RI 02892 USA Toll free 800 800 4APC Phone 401 789 5735 Fax 401 789 3710 Internet Address http www apc com
3. APC DC to AC re Power Inverter fr User Guide WNW eS COTM PNOTEAC150 for use in car RV boat PNOTEAC150A for use in airplane car RV boat Figure 1 APC DC to AC Power Inverter Congratulations on selecting the APC DC to AC Power Inverter Please complete the enclosed warranty card and return it to APC or fill out an on line warranty card at http www apc com Safety Before using the APC DC to AC Power Inverter read the following safety precautions e Do not operate the APC DC to AC Power Inverter near flammable materials fumes or gases e Provide adequate ventilation and refrain from placing items on or around the inverter during operation e Proper cooling is essential when operating the inverter Refrain from placing the inverter near the vehicle s heat vent or in direct sunlight e Keep the case dry at all times e Check the warning labels on battery chargers or adapters before connecting them to the inverter Do not connect battery chargers or adapters displaying or having dangerous voltage warnings Features Low Battery Protection If the input voltage drops below 10 5 volts the inverter will automatically shut down The unit will automatically turn back on once the battery voltage increases above 10 5 Vdc Note Turn off connected equipment before recharging the vehicle battery Status Indicator located on the inverter The LED located near the receptacle on the inverter unit is a dual color LED indicator e Green in
4. dicates the power source is sufficient for proper inverter operation e Yellow indicates the power source is insufficient for operation voltage is less than 10 5V or greater than 20V or that thermal protection has taken place due to an output short circuit or overload Status Indicator located on the lighter adapter The lighter adapter is equipped with a blue LED that indicates when the adapter has been pushed firmly into the 12 volt socket in your vehicle AC Outlet The AC outlet provides power suitable for any electronic piece of equipment requiring up to 150 watts of continuous power Note Ensure the wattage of equipment plugged into the APC DC to AC Power Inverter does not exceed 150 watts maximum continuous WARNING As with all accessories that use power from your vehicle s 12 volt socket ensure the Cigarette Lighter Assembly plug CLA is pressed firmly into the socket to prevent overheating of the CLA while your inverter is in use APC has provided a blue indicator light on the CLA to show when it has been pushed sufficiently into the socket to prevent overheating If the blue light is not lit push the CLA firmly into the 12 volt socket until the indicator is illuminated Failure to comply may result in personal injury or equipment damage Airline Use An Airline Adapter is included with the PROTEACI50A You may use it with the inverter unit to provide AC power on airplanes equipped with an in flight power outlet If equipped this ou
5. r has a blue LED that will light when plugged properly into the socket The indicator on the APC DC to AC Power Inverter should illuminate green This signifies the inverter it is operating properly and is ready for use Plug AC powered equipment laptop computer mobile printer fax cell phone recharger or other AC powered equipment into the APC DC to AC Power Inverter 150 AC outlet Specifications Input Voltage Protection Below 10 5V Unit shuts off restarts once voltage rises above 10 5V Above 20V continuous Unit shuts off The unit also withstands Overvoltages of 25V for 5 seconds once per hour airline requirement Overvoltages of 24V for 1 minute automotive requirement Input Voltage Requirement 10 5 Vdc to 16 0 Vdc Operating 32 to 104 F 0 to 40 C Storage 4 to 176 F 20 to 80 C Dinero asa Troubleshooting No AC output power Poor contact with lighter socket indicator is not Ensure that the inverter is securely plugged into the illuminated lighter replace the lighter socket if necessary Check that the blue LED on the lighter adapter is lit Automotive electrical system requires ignition to be on Turn the vehicle ignition key to the Accessory indicator is not illuminated position Battery below 10 5 volts indicator is yellow Unplug the inverter and charge the vehicle battery Over heating indicator is yellow Allow the inverter to cool Ensure that there is adequate ventilation
6. tlet is located in the armrest of the seat near the headset plug or under the seat Attach the airline adapter as shown in Figure 2 To Airline Power Note Although this device Source is rated for 150W max D most airline power outlets only provide 75W included only with the PNOTEAC150A Lighter Adapter part of 150W DC AC Inverter Figure 2 Airline Adapter Installation Airline Use Only Installation and Operation l Plug the APC DC to AC Power Inverter s 12 volt Lighter Adapter plug Figure 1 into the power source a In an automobile ensure that the Lighter Adapter is installed Insert the Lighter Adapter into any 12 volt socket in your vehicle WARNING As with all accessories that use power from your vehicle s 12 volt socket ensure the Cigarette Lighter Assembly CLA plug is pressed firmly into the socket to prevent overheating of the CLA while your inverter is in use APC has provided a blue indicator light on the CLA to show when it has been pushed sufficiently into the socket to prevent overheating If the blue light is not lit push the CLA firmly into the 12 volt socket until the indicator is illuminated Failure to comply may result in personal injury or equipment damage b In an airplane install the Airline Adapter in the end of the Lighter Adapter as shown in Figure 2 Then insert the Airline Plug into the airplane s in flight power outlet Note The Lighter Adapte
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