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- Page 1 XP200i / XP400i POWER INVERTER OWNER’S MANUAL XP200i XP400i...
- Page 2 If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call customer service: 1-800-531-0004 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT or visit www.whistlergroup.com Please keep your purchase receipt in a safe place. You may register your product online at www.whistlergroup.com.
- Page 3 Our mission is to provide products that improve your driving experience. Whistler offers a complete line of DC to AC inverters ranging in capacity from 100 Watts to 3000 Watts. These inverters offer advanced technology, dependable operation and will provide years of reliable service when used in accordance with our operating instructions.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Features Description ............... 3 Important Information ............. 4 Inverter Basics ................. 5 • Getting Started • Don’t Push It Operation ................8 • Making the Connection • Tips • Recharging Equipment • Changing the Fuse • Power Source Additional Safety Features ............ -
Page 5: Features Description
“modified sine wave”. See “Operating Principles” section for more information. Depending on the model and its rated capacity, WHISTLER inverters draw power either from standard 12 volt automobile and marine batteries or from portable high power 12 volt sources. -
Page 6: Important Information
• Do not attempt to lengthen the supplied power cables. • 115 volts can be lethal. Improper use of your WHISTLER inverter may result in property damage, personal injury or loss of life. -
Page 7: Inverter Basics
This lower power requirement is referred to as the “continuous load.” In order to ensure that the capacity of your WHISTLER inverter is sufficient to meet the required start up load, you must first determine the power consumption of the equipment or appliance you plan to operate. -
Page 8: Don't Push It
INVERTER BASICS Don’t Push It. Although your WHISTLER inverter has the capacity to provide power output (excess current) equal to approximately two times its rated wattage capacity for a very brief period, it is designed to operate equipment and appliances with start up load wattage ratings no higher than its own maximum continuous wattage rating. - Page 9 INVERTER BASICS If a piece of equipment or an appliance will not operate, first confirm that the inverter has been properly connected to the 12 volt power source (See “Making The Connection”). If all connections have been properly made, turn the inverter rocker switch ON (l), OFF (O) and ON (l) again in quick succession.
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Page 10: Operation
OPERATION Making the Connection. This inverter is designed to connect to your 12 volt battery using the lighter socket plug or by the supplied battery cables (for appliances over 150 watts, 400 watt model only). 1. Make certain that the inverter rocker switch is in the center OFF (O) position. - Page 11 Reverse polarity will blow the internal fuse(s) and may cause permanent damage to the inverter. Damage caused by reverse polarity is not covered under the WHISTLER warranty. • Making the connection between the Positive terminals may cause a spark as a result of current flowing to the capacitors in the inverter.
- Page 12 OPERATION 7. Turn the inverter rocker switch to the Inv+USB (I) position. The LED Indicator Light should glow GREEN confirming that there is power running to the inverter. 8. Turn the inverter rocker switch to the center OFF (O) position. (The GREEN LED Power Indicator light may “blink”...
- Page 13 OPERATION Important Information on Battery Chargers Using your inverter with battery chargers for power tools, flashlights, video cameras and laptop computers may cause damage to the inverter or the charging unit. Check with the appliance manufacturer for compatibility with modified sine wave inverters if you’re unsure. Although we advise against it, if you attempt to use a charging unit, monitor the temperature of the charging unit for approximately 10 minutes.
- Page 14 OPERATION The Power Source. When the engine is off, most batteries will provide an ample power supply to the inverter for one to two hours. The actual length of time is a function of several variables including the age and condition of the battery and the power demand being placed on it by the equipment being operated with the inverter.
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Page 15: Additional Safety Features
ADDITIONAL SAFETY FEATURES Automatic Shut Down & Related Safety Features. Each inverter has an unique LED indicator warning light system which operates in conjunction with the automatic shut down feature. These indicator lights operate as follows: GREEN LED: System ready. RED LED: System overload/automatic shut down. -
Page 16: Care & Maintenance
Do not place the inverter in areas such as battery compartments. Where fumes or gases may accumulate. In Review. • Never attempt to operate your WHISTLER inverter from any power source other than a 12 volt battery or group of batteries that total 12 volts. -
Page 17: Operating Principles
OPERATING PRINCIPLES For You Technical Types. WHISTLER inverters work in two stages. During the first stage, the DC to DC converter increases the DC input voltage from the power source (e.g. a 12 volt battery) to 145 volts DC. In the second stage, the high voltage DC is converted to 115 volts (60 Hz AC) using advanced power MOSFET transistors in a full bridge configuration. - Page 18 OPERATING PRINCIPLES Consequently, these meters will not read the RMS modified sine wave voltage correctly and, when measuring your WHISTLER inverter output, the meters will read about 20 to 30 volts too low. To accurately measure the output voltage of your inverter, use...
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Page 19: Operation Summary
OPERATION SUMMARY • This inverter is designed to be connected to the power source with the supplied cables or with #8 wire up to 12’ Use #4 wire for longer length. When utilizing the supplied cables do not attempt to modify or lengthen them. •... - Page 20 OPERATION SUMMARY • When operating the inverter with the engine off, start the engine every hour and let it run for at least 10 minutes to recharge the battery. • In the event of automatic shut down, turn the inverter OFF (O) immediately.
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Page 21: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Please visit our Inverter FAQ page on our website (www.whistlergroup.com), for more troubleshooting information and FYI topics. PROBLEM: TV Interference Problem Solution Electrical interference from inverter. Add a Ferrite data line filter on to the TV power cord. This filter is available at electronic part stores. - Page 22 TROUBLESHOOTING Red LED On Problem Solution Equipment has a high start up surge. Turn inverter power switch center OFF (O) and then Inv+USB (l) again until the inverter powers your appliance. Repeat as necessary to get your appliance “started”. Battery voltage below 10 volts. Recharge or replace battery.
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Page 23: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS WHISTLER 200 WATT INVERTER SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Continuous Power ........200 Watts Maximum Surge (Peak Power) ........400 Watts* No Load Current Draw ..........<0.4 A Waveform ..........Modified Sine Wave Input Voltage ............11– 15.5 +/- .5V AC Receptacle ..........North American Fuse ........ -
Page 24: Warranty Information
All express or implied warranties for this product are limited to two (2) years. Whistler is not liable for damages arising from the use, misuse, or operation of this product including but not limited to loss of time,... - Page 25 1412 South 1st St. Rogers, AR. 72756 Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time. IMPORTANT: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping. Therefore, please ship your unit insured with return receipt requested. CODs will not be accepted! 2.
- Page 26 In the event repairs cannot be covered by the minimum service fee, you will be contacted by a Whistler technical service specialist who will outline options available to you. IMPORTANT: When returning your unit for service, be certain to include a daytime telephone number and an email address (if applicable).
- Page 27 Bentonville, AR 72712 Toll Free (800) 531-0004 TEL (479) 273-6012 FX (479) 273-2927 www.whistlergroup.com CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 1412 South 1st St. Rogers, AR 72756 Customer Service Tel (800) 531-0004 Email: info@whistlergroup.com P/N 401562 Rev.2 © 05/2014 The Whistler Group, Inc.