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OWNER’S MANUAL
200/400 WATT
POWER INVERTERS
THE WHISTLER GROUP, INC.
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
13016 N. Walton Blvd.
Bentonville, AR 72712
TEL (479) 273-6012 FX (479) 273-2927
www.whistlergroup.com
CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER
1201 N. Dixieland Rd.
Rogers, AR 72756
Consumer Relations Tel (800) 531-0004
Email: info@whistlergroup.com
P/N 205563
© 2006 The Whistler Group, Inc.
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INTRODUCTION If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product Dear Whistler Owner, please call customer service: For many of us, a vehicle is more than just transportation. It can be a mobile office, communications or entertainment center, or simply an expression of our personality. Whistler 1-800-531-0004 products are designed to make the time you spend in your Hours: vehicle more productive, more fulfilling, safer, or just simply more fun. Our mission is to provide produ
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TABLE OF CONTENTS WHISTLER FEATURES A Word About WHISTLER Power Inverters. Topic Page Features Summary......................................................................3 WHISTLER inverters convert low voltage, direct current Important Information................................................................4 (DC) to 110 volt alternating household current (AC). The AC output is called “modified sine wave”. See “Technical Inverter Basics ................................................
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION INVERTER BASICS Important Information About Your New WHISTLER Getting Started Power equipment and appliances which operate with motors Inverter. or tubes require an initial surge of power to get them up and running. This power surge is referred to as the "starting load" This manual will provide you with directions for the safe or "peak load." (By comparison, electrical devices such as and efficient operation of your WHISTLER inverter. Read standard light bulbs do not re
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INVERTER BASICS INVERTER BASICS Don’t Push It. If a piece of equipment or an appliance will not operate, first confirm that the inverter has been properly connected to Although your WHISTLER inverter has the capacity to pro- the 12 volt power source (See "Making The Connection"). If vide power output (excess current) equal to approximately all connections have been properly made, turn the inverter two times its rated wattage capacity for a very brief period, rocker switch ON (l), OFF (O) and ON
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OPERATION OPERATION 6. Remove the cigarette lighter and push the adapter plug Making the Connection. firmly into the cigarette lighter socket.* (Make certain This inverter is designed to connect to your 12 volt battery both the socket and adapter plugs are clean.) using the light socket plug or by the supplied battery cables (for appliances over 150 watts* 400 watt model). Note: Making The Connection. • If the equipment or appliance you intend to operate 1. Make certain that the inverter rocker
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OPERATION OPERATION • The use of an extension cord from the inverter to the appli- • 400 watt model - If the supplied cables are too short ance or equipment being operated will not significantly to allow for placement of the inverter in a desired decrease the power being generated by the inverter. For location, the inverter may be connected to the power best operating results, the extension cord should be no source using a #8 wire, up to 12’ - #4 wire for longer more than 50 feet long. lengths.
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ADDITIONAL FEATURES OPERATION within the appliance or equipment being operated. If the Automatic Shut Down & Related Safety Features. fuse(s) does blow, turn off and disconnect the appliance or Each inverter has an unique LED indicator warning light sys- equipment from the inverter immediately, repair the related tem which operates in conjunction with the automatic shut problem and replace the fuse(s). The internal fuses are down feature. These indicator lights operate as follows: replaceable
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE ADDITIONAL FEATURES To maintain your inverter in proper working condition, note 2. Low Battery Voltage Alarm/Shutdown Protection a) When the input voltage from the 12 volt power source the following important safety precautions: drops below 10.5 volts, an audible tone will be heard. This is the low battery voltage alarm. • MOISTURE. Keep the inverter dry. Do not expose it b) The inverter will automatically shut down when the to moisture. Do not operate the inverter if you
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OPERATING PRINCIPLES OPERATING PRINCIPLES For You Technical Types. majority of AC voltmeters are calibrated for RMS voltage and assume that the measured waveform will be a pure sine 1. Basic Operating Principles: wave. WHISTLER inverters work in two stages. During the first Consequently, these meters will not read the RMS modified stage, the DC to DC converter increases the DC input voltage sine wave voltage correctly and, when measuring your from the power source (e.g. a 12 volt battery) to 14
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OPERATION SUMMARY OPERATION SUMMARY • Before attempting to use medical equipment see page 4. • This inverter is designed to be connected to the power source with the supplied cables or with #8 wire up to 12’ • Use only fuses which conform with the design specifica- - #4 wire for longer length. When utilizing the supplied tions outlined in this manual. cables do not attempt to modify or lengthen them. • When operating the inverter with the engine off, start the • When operating this inverter wit
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TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM: Low Battery Alarm On All The Time Please visit our Inverter FAQ page on our website Problem Solution w wh hiis st tlle er rg gr ro ou up p (www. .com), for more troubleshooting informa- Input voltage below Keep input voltage above 10.5 volts. 10.5 volts to maintain tion and FYI topics. regulation. PROBLEM: TV Interference Poor or weak battery Replace battery. Problem Solution condition. Inadequate power being Use lower gauge wire. Electrical interfere
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TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS PROBLEM: TV Does Not Work WHISTLER 200 WATT INVERTER SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Continuous Power .....................200 Watts Problem Solution Maximum Surge Capability (Peak Power) 400 Watts* * TV does not turn on Try rocking the ON/OFF No Load Current Draw......................................<0.3 A switch of the inverter while Waveform ....................................Modified Sine Wave leaving the TV ON Operating Input Voltage Range .......11– 15 Volts DC (
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WARRANTY WARRANTY Consumer Warranty IMPORTANT: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss This Whistler is warrantied to the original purchaser for a or damage incurred in shipping. Therefore, please ship your period of two years, from the date of original purchase, unit insured with return receipt requested. against all defects in materials and workmanship. This limited warranty is void if the unit is abused, modified, 2. Include with your unit the following information, clearly printed:
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WARRANTY Service Out Of Warranty Units will be repaired at “out of warranty” service rates when: • The unit’s original warranty has expired. • Dated store receipt is not supplied. • The unit has been returned without its serial number. • The unit has been abused, modified, installed improperly, or had its housing removed. The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler 200 watt inverter is $15.00 (U.S.) and the 400 watt inverter is $25.00 (U.S.). If you require out of warranty service
