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OWNER’S MANUAL
PP150AC &
PP350AC
THE WHISTLER GROUP
HIGH SURGE POWER INVERTERS
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
13016 N. Walton Blvd.
Bentonville, AR 72712
TEL (501) 273-6012 FX (501) 273-2927
www.whistlergroup.com
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER
16 Elizabeth Drive
Chelmsford, MA 01824
TEL (978) 244-1400 FX (978) 244-1492
CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER
1201 N. Dixieland Rd.
Rogers, AR 72756
Consumer Relations Tel (800) 531-0004
Email: info@whistlergroup.com
P/N PP150/350MAN
©WHISTLER 2000
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INTRODUCTION If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product Dear Whistler Owner, please call consumer relations: For many of us, a vehicle is more than just transportation. It can be a mobile office, communications or enter t a i n m e n t c e n t e r, or simply an expression of our personality. Whistler 1-800-531-0004 p roducts are designed to make the time you spend in your Hours: vehicle more productive, more fullfilling, safer, or just simply m o re fun. Our mission
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TABLE OF CONTENTS WHISTLER FEATURES A Word About WHISTLER GO AC™ 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 Star t e d Power equipment and appliances which operate with motors Inverter. or tubes r e q u i re an initial surge of power to get them up and This manual will provide you with directions for the safe running. This power surge is r e f e rred to as the "starting load" and efficient operation of your WHISTLER GO AC 150 or "peak load." (By comparison, electrical devices such as Watt or 350 Watt Inverte
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INVERTER BASICS INVERTER BASICS Don’t Push It. If a piece of equipment or an appliance will not operate, first Although your WHISTLER GO AC inverter has the capacity c o n f i rm that the inverter has been properly connected to to provide power output (excess current) equal to appr o x i- the 12 volt power source (See "Making The Connection"). If mately two times its rated wattage capacity for a very brief all connections have been properly made, turn the invert e r period, it is designed to op
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OPERATION OPERATION Making the Connection. To connect the PP350AC using the Hard Wire Adapter The PP150AC is designed to connect to your 12 volt battery Kit (P/N PP010DC), follow these steps: t h rough the cigarette lighter socket on your dashboar d . 1. Push the adapter plug leading from the inverter firm- (See the following section for instructions for connecting the ly into the Hard Wire Adapter Kit socket. P P 3 5 0 A C ) . 2. Properly identify the positive and negative terminals on the 12 v
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OPERATION OPERATION Note: Important Information on Battery Chargers • It is normal for the PP150AC and PP350AC audible alarm to make a momentary "chirp" when you plug Using your inverter to r e c h a rge units designed to charge such p o rtable equipment as power tools, flashlights, video cameras the adapter into the cigarette lighter socket or when and laptop computers may cause damage to the inverter you turn on the appliance or equipment. However, if or the charging unit. the alarm sounds fo
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OPERATION OPERATION Although it is not necessary to unplug the inverter when turn- Note: ing over the engine, the inverter may momentarily cease operation as the battery voltage decreases. When the invert- • All WHISTLER inverters are shipped with a replace- er is not supplying power, it draws very low amperage fr o m ment fuse. Do not install a fuse with a higher rating the battery (<0.10 A to <0.20 A depending on the model) and than that specified. Doing so may damage the inveter. may be le
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ADDITIONAL FEATURES ADDITIONAL FEATURES b) The inverter will automatically shut down when the Automatic Shut Down & Related Safety Features. input voltage drops below 9.5 volts. This protects the Each WHISTLER GO AC inverter model has an unique LED battery from completely draining. Indicator warning light system which operates in conjunction with the automatic shut down feature. These indicator lights In the event of automatic shut down or continuous audible operate as follows: a l a rm, turn
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE CARE AND MAINTENANCE (When driving with the inverter in operation, make certain that • V E N T I L ATION. In order to disperse the heat generated neither the inverter nor the power cords will impede safe while the inverter is in operation, keep it well ventilated. operation of your vehicle. Keep the unit and all cords clear of While in use, maintain several inches of clearance the steering wheel, gas, brake and clutch pedals and gear around the top and sides of the inverte
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OPERATING PRINCIPLES OPERATING PRINCIPLES For You Technical Types. The modified sine wave produced by your Whistler inver t e r has a root mean square (RMS) voltage of 110 volts. The 1. Basic Operating Principles: majority of AC voltmeters are calibrated for RMS voltage and assume that the measured waveform will be a pure sine WHISTLER GO AC inverters work in two stages. During the w a v e . first stage, the DC to DC converter increases the DC input voltage from the power source (e.g. a 12 vol
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OPERATION SUMMARY OPERATION SUMMARY In Review. • Use only fuses which conform with the design specifica- tions outlined in this manual. • Never attempt to operate your WHISTLER inverter from any power source other than a 12 volt battery. • When operating the inverter with the engine off, start the engine every hour and let it run for at least 10 minutes to • The WHISTLER 150 is designed for use only with the cig- r e c h a rge the battery. a rette lighter socket adapter plug or the optional • In
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TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM: Low Battery Alarm On All The Time PROBLEM: TV Interference Problem Solution Problem Solution Input voltage below Keep input voltage above Electrical interference from Add a Ferrite data line filter 10.5 volts. 10.5 volts to maintain inverter. on to the TV power cord. regulation. This filter is available at Poor or weak battery Replace battery. RadioShack, condition. part number 273-105. Inadequate power being Check condition of delivered to the inv
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TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS PROBLEM: TV Does Not Work WHISTLER 150 WATT INVERTER SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Continuous Power .....................150 Watts Problem Solution Maximum Surge Capability (Peak Power)..300 Watts TV does not turn on Try rocking the ON/OFF No Load Current Draw....................................<0.10 A switch of the inverter while Waveform ....................................Modified Sine Wave leaving the TV ON Operating Input Voltage Range.....9.5 – 16 Volts DC (see
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WARRANTY WARRANTY Consumer W a rr a n t y I M P O RT A N T: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss The Whistler PP150AC and PP350AC are warranted to the or damage incurred in shipping. Ther e f o re, please ship your original purchaser for a period of one year, from the date of unit insured with re t u rn receipt r e q u e s t e d . original purchase, against all defects in materials and work- manship. This limited warranty is void if the unit is 2. Include with your unit the followi
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WARRANTY NOTES Service Out Of Warranty Units will be repaired at “out of warranty” service rates ______________________________________ when: • The unit’s original warranty has expired. ______________________________________ • Dated proof of purchase 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
