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Raptor RAP 225 Instruction Manual

225, 400 & 750 watt power inverter
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  • Page 1 Raptor USA www.raptorusa.com...
  • Page 2 225, 400 & 750 WATT POWER INVERTER RAP 400 RAP 225 RAP 750 Instruction Manual SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. page 2 and Warranty Information Copyright © 2013 Synthesis Power Printed in China...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY GUIDELINES AND DEFINITIONS DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    *The majority of modern automobiles, RVs and trucks are negative ground. • Keep in mind that this inverter will not operate high wattage appliances or equipment that produce heat, such as hair dryers, microwave ovens and toasters. • Do not open the inverter — there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Opening the inverter will void manufacturer’s warranty.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this Raptor Power Inverter. Please read this Instruction Manual carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and to avoid damage to this product. This power inverter is configured to supply continuous power in the form of 120 volt AC outlets and a USB port to run or recharge most household or electronic appliances.

  • Page 6: How These Inverters Work

    BACK OF UNIT (ALL UNITS) 10. Negative (–) DC Power Connection 12. High-Speed Cooling Fans 11. Grounding Post 13. Positive (+) DC Power Connection HOW THESE INVERTERS WORK Your inverter converts low voltage DC (direct current) electricity from a battery to 115 volt AC (alternating current) household power in two stages.

  • Page 7: Rechargeable Devices

    won’t start. Make sure the battery connections are tight and the power source battery (or batteries) is (are) fully- charged. If the connections are good and the power source is charged, but the voltage still drops below 11 volts, you may need to use a larger power source battery (or battery combination). Your inverter has built-in overload protection so that if you do exceed the inverter’s output capacity continuously, the unit will automatically shut down.

  • Page 8: Battery Configuration

    • NEVER try to use your inverter with any 12 volt DC power source that uses a positive ground. (Most vehicles and boats use negative ground systems.) • The Power Inverter must be connected only to batteries with a nominal output voltage of 12 volts. The unit will not operate from a 6 volt battery and will sustain permanent damage if connected to a 24 volt battery.

  • Page 9: Installation

    CAUTION • If the Reset Pushbutton does not reset the inverter, turn the ON/OFF switch off, then on again. • If turning the ON/OFF Switch off, then on again does not reset the inverter, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE INVERTER.

  • Page 10: Important Cable Information

    Direct Hardwiring to Power Source (optional connection method; HARDWARE NOT INCLUDED) RAP225, RAP400, RAP750:Refer to page 13 for proper cable and fuse sizing for your Raptor inverter. PROCEDURE 1. Check to make sure the inverter’s Power Switch has been turned off (no LEDs are lit) and that no flammable fumes are present in the installation area.

  • Page 11: Operation Of The Usb Charging Port

    Operation of the USB Charging Port 1. Connect the inverter to a functioning 12 volt DC power source as described in this Instruction Manual. Make sure there is adequate space for proper ventilation of the inverter. 2. Press the Power Pushbutton to turn the unit ON. 3.

  • Page 12: Resetting The Inverter

    PROBLEM/ POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED SOLUTION INDICATION Power tool will not Excessive start-up load Power tool (or appliance) draws too operate when plugged much voltage; and cannot be used with into inverter your inverter. Resetting the Inverter After over-voltage or thermal automatic shutdown, your inverter will require a manual reset. To manually reset the inverter, turn the ON/OFF Switch to the off position, then back on.

  • Page 13: Full Two-Year Home Use Warranty

    The second option, if the vendor from which you purchased your raptor inverter no longer offers to redeem the return due to purchase date contact Raptor USA directly. An invoice or receipt with the date of purchase must be provided.

  • Page 14: Specifications

    5-95% non-condensing 5-95% non-condensing 5-95% non-condensing Storage relative humidity 5-95% non-condensing 5-95% non-condensing 5-95% non-condensing CABLE SIZING CHART Feet from Battery 225W 400W 750W FUSE CHART Model RAP 225 RAP 400 RAP 750 Fuse Type 20 Amp 40 Amp 80 Amp...

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