ALARM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
ERROR SIGNAL
Overheat
shutdown
The power inverter
shuts down automatically if
it exceeds its safe operating
temperature.
• Switch the power inverter
off and disconnect it from
the vehcle's 12 V outlet.
• Disconnect all connected
devices and allow the
power inverter to cool for at
least 15 minutes.
• Use a brush to clear any
blocked ventilation holes.
• Move the power inverter
to a cooler place.
Reduce the load if
continuous operation is
required.
Red indicator
light (G) turns on
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
The connected
device does
not switch on.
The battery is defective.
Check the battery and replace it if required.
The power inverter is
damaged and needs to be
repaired.
Have the power inverter repaired by an
authorized service centre.
Incorrect connections to the
inverter.
Check all connections. Make sure the
connection is correct and tight.
The
power inverter
will run some
small loads,
but not larger
ones.
The cables are either too long or
not heavy enough.
Only use the cables provided with your
power inverter.
Measured
power inverter
output
is too low.
The battery voltage is too low.
Recharge the battery.
Battery
run time is
less than
expected.
The AC product power
consumption is higher than rated.
Use a larger battery to make up for the
increase in power requirement.
The battery is old or defective.
Replace the battery.
The battery is not being charged
properly.
Some chargers are not able to fully recharge
a battery. Make sure that you use a powerful
charger.
Power dissipation in DC cables.
Only use the cables provided with your
power inverter.
No power to
power inverter. Blown fuse.
Replace fuse.
Buzz in the
audio system.
Inadequate internal power supply
filtering of stereo system.
Use an audio system with a high-quality filter.
Television
interference.
TV signals are weak.
• Adjust the orientation of the power inverter,
television, antenna and cables.
• Maximize TV signal strength by using a
better antenna and use shielded antenna
cable where possible.
• Try a different TV model.
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