Operating Modes; Resetting The Inverter - Tripp Lite PV700HF Owner's Manual

Feature Identification
1 AC Outlets: 3 NEMA 5-15R outlets allow you to connect
equipment that you would normally plug into a utility outlet.
2 Illuminated ON/OFF Switch: When you set the switch to the
ON position, the Inverter provides AC power by converting DC
power from the connected battery. Set the switch to the OFF
position to shut down the Inverter and conserve the battery's
charge when you are not using connected equipment. Also set
the switch to the OFF position to reset the Inverter if it has
shut down due to low battery or overload. See the Operation
section for more information.
3 Cooling Fan: This fan regulates the internal temperature of
the Inverter and prolongs service life.
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DC Power Terminals: These positive and negative terminals
connect to the battery via user-supplied cabling. See the
Battery Connection section for instructions.
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Operation

Operating Modes

After mounting and connecting your Inverter according to the
instructions in this manual, use the illuminated ON/OFF switch to
choose the Inverter's operating mode.
ON: When you set the switch to the ON position, the Inverter
provides AC power to connected equipment by converting DC
power from your vehicle's battery.
OFF: Set the switch to the OFF position to shut down the Inverter
completely, preventing it from drawing power from your vehicle's
battery. Also set the switch to the OFF position to reset the Inverter
if it has shut down due to low battery or overload.
Note: After the unit has been turned OFF, wait at least 10
seconds before turning the unit back ON. The unit will not
function without this wait period.
5 Main Ground Screw: Connect to earth ground or to a vehicle
or boat grounding system in order to properly ground the
Inverter. See the Battery Connection section for instructions.
Low Battery Alarm (not shown): An internal circuit
automatically detects low battery voltage and shuts down the
Inverter to preserve your vehicle's battery. Turn the ON/OFF
switch to the OFF position if the alarm sounds. See the
Operation section for more information.
Overload Alarm (not shown): An internal circuit automatically
detects overload conditions and shuts down the Inverter as a
protective measure. Turn the ON/OFF switch to the OFF
position if the alarm sounds. See the Operation section for
more information.
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Resetting the Inverter

The inverter may shut down and cease supplying AC power under
certain conditions in order to protect itself, the battery and
connected equipment. Follow these instructions to restore normal
operation:
• Low Battery Alarm Reset: If the Inverter has shut down due to
low battery, (1) set the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position, (2)
allow the Inverter to cool, (3) start the vehicle's engine to
Recharge the battery, (4) allow the battery to recharge
completely and (5) set the ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
• Overload Alarm Reset: If the Inverter has shut down due to
overload, (1) set the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position,
allow the Inverter to cool, (3) remove the equipment that
caused the overload, (4) confirm that any equipment now
connected does not exceed the rated wattage of the
Inverter and (5) set the ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
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