Troubleshooting - Whistler 1200 WATT Owner's Manual

OPERATION SUMMARY
• Avoid placing the inverter near sources of heat or in
direct sunlight.
• When in use, make certain that the inverter is properly
ventilated.
• Do not use the inverter near flammable materials,
fumes, or gases.
• Always operate the inverter in accordance with the
instructions in this manual. Failure to do so may result
in property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
• While connecting the inverter to the power source,
make certain that the inverter is well removed from
any potential source of flammable fumes or gases.
• Always ground the inverter before operating it.
• In the event a continuous audible alarm or automatic
shut off, turn the inverter OFF immediately. Do not
restart the inverter until the source of the problem has
been identified and corrected.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM: TV Interference
Problem
Electrical interference from
ter inverter.
PROBLEM: Low or No Output Voltage
Problem
Using incorrect type of
voltmeter to test output
voltage.
PROBLEM: Low Battery Alarm On All The Time
Problem
Input voltage below
11 volts.
Poor or weak battery
condition.
Inadequate power being
delivered to the inverter
or excessive voltage drop.
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Solution
Add a Ferrite data line fil-
on to the TV power cord.
This filter is available at
RadioShack, or other
electronic supply stores.
part number 273-105.
Solution
Use true RMS reading meter
See "For You Technical
Types"
Section of this manual.
Solution
Keep input voltage above
11 volts to maintain
regulation.
Replace battery.
Use lower gauge wire. See
"Wire Cable Gauges"
section of this manual.
Keep wire length as short
as possible.