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11 Troubleshooting
PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, no audio alarm.
PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, audio alarm is
sounding
PROBLEM: Run time is less than expected
.
Possible Cause
Product rated more than 230 watts,
safety overload circuit has tripped.
Appliance is rated less than 230 watts,
high starting surge has tripped
overload.
Suggested Remedy
Use an AC product with a power rating
less than 230 watts.
AC product may exceed Portable Power
250s surge capability. Use an AC
product with starting surge power
within the units surge rating.
Possible Cause
Battery has discharged to 10.0 volts.
Inverter has overheated due to poor
ventilation or excessively warm
environmental conditions.
Suggested Remedy
Turn off AC product and recharge
battery.
Turn inverter OFF and allow to cool
for 15 minutes. Clear blocked fan
opening or remove objects covering
the unit then restart.
Possible Cause
Internal battery is not fully charged.
AC product power consumption is
higher than expected.
Suggested Remedy
Recharge using AC Charger, until
Recharge Indicator is green.
Check AC product power or wattage
rating (or current draw for DC products)
and compare with tables in Sections
5.5 and 6.3.
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