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Summary of Contents for PI-400

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Page 2: ...ically goes through two stages 1 Start up requiring an initial surge of power commonly known as the starting load or peak load 2 Continuous operation power consumption drops commonly known as the cont...

Page 3: ...wn This safety feature prevents damaging the inverter while testing appliances and equip ment within the 400 watt range If an appliance will not operate properly when first con nected to the inverter...

Page 4: ...m its outlet Push the 12 volt power plug firmly into the outlet Switch the inverter rocker switch to the ON I position The LED indicator light should glow GREEN verifying the inverter is receiving pow...

Page 5: ...TV or Audio Appliance The inverter is shielded and filtered to minimize signal interference Despite this some interference may occur with your television picture especially with weak signals Below are...

Page 6: ...solved by purchasing a sound system with a higher quality power supply If the Inverter Fuse Blows Your PI 400 power inverter is fitted with 25 amp spade type fuses which should not have to be replaced...

Page 7: ...imately 10 minutes to recharge the battery Attention Although it is not necessary to disconnect the inverter when turning over the engine it may briefly cease to operate as the battery voltage decreas...

Page 8: ...blem and resolve it before continuing to use the inverter Important Safety Measures For the most effective use place the power inverter on a flat surface Keep the inverter dry DO NOT allow it to come...

Page 9: ...to 145 volts DC STAGE 2 The inverter then converts the 145 volts DC into 110 volts AC household voltage using advanced MOSFET transistors in a full bridge configuration A modified sine wave waveform i...

Page 10: ...ng the inverter with an automobile or marine battery start the engine every 30 to 45 minutes and let it run for about 10 minutes to recharge the battery If you hear a continuous alarm or automatic shu...

Page 11: ...ROBLEM Low Battery Alarm On All The Time Reason Solution 1 Input voltage below 11 volts Recharge or replace battery to maintain adequate power input 2 Poor or weak battery condition Recharge or replac...

Page 12: ...years from the date of sale to the original user or consumer purchaser If your inverter malfunctions or fails within the 24 month warranty period because of a defect in material or workmanship we will...

Page 13: ...d be prop erly packed to avoid damage in transit since we will not be responsible for any such damage In no event shall Schumacher Electric Corporation be liable for consequential damages Some states...

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