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Peak PKC0M08 Owner's Manual

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800 Watt Mobile
Power Outlet
Model No.: PKC0M08
Owner's Manual
and Warranty Information
Read these instructions completely before using this product.
Retain this Owner's Manual for future reference.
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© 2014

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  • Page 1 800 Watt Mobile Power Outlet Model No.: PKC0M08 Owner’s Manual and Warranty Information Read these instructions completely before using this product. Retain this Owner’s Manual for future reference. 3/14 © 2014...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................ 2 Mobile Power Outlet Safety ..................... 2 INTRODUCTION ..........................3 FEATURES ............................3 OperatiOn (USinG YOUr MOBiLe pOWer OUtLet) ............... 5 Determining Power Consumption (Current Draw of Equipment) ..........5 Power Source .......................... 6 Determining Battery Capacity and Operating time ..............6 Positioning of Mobile Power Outlet ..................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    • Do nOt disassemble the Mobile power Outlet. there are no serviceable components within the Outlet. • Do nOt install or operate the Mobile power Outlet in areas designated as iGnitiOn prOteCteD. the Outlet is nOt apprOVeD for ignition protected areas. • always turn the Outlet On/OFF switch and remote outlet On/OFF button to the OFF position and disconnect the battery cables from the battery or power source when not in use to avoid draining the battery.
  • Page 4 Legend north american Standard 110/120-volt aC Outlets On/OFF Switch power/Fault indicator USB power Outlet red positive (+) Battery Cable with Clamp Black negative (-) Battery Cable with Clamp Mounting Brackets Black negative (-) Screw Connector red positive (+) Screw Connector 10.

  • Page 5: Operation (Using Your Mobile Power Outlet)

    When you turn on an appliance or device, it will require twice the rated wattage of the appliance or device to start. This is known as the “starting load” or “peak load.” To determine the starting load or peak load, multiply the rated wattage by two. If this exceeds the peak surge output of the Outlet (1600 watts [0.1 sec]), do not operate the appliance or device...

  • Page 6: Power Source

    Power Source the Mobile power Outlet can be connected to a 12-volt battery, multiple 12-volt batteries connected in parallel for heavy-duty installations or a regulated 12-volt DC power source. the power source must provide between 11 and 15 volts DC and must be able to provide sufficient current (in amperes) to operate multiple devices.

  • Page 7: Marine Installation

    Marine Installation Marine installations are subject to additional vibration and stress on the cables. Marine installations require tight, water-resistant electrical connections with slack in both the cables and appliance wiring. Use the appropriate cable insulation for the environment. install the Mobile power Outlet away from moisture and water. install the Outlet above the waterline, as high as possible.

  • Page 8: Usb Power Outlet Operation

    Connect a #12 aWG or larger insulated wire between the chassis ground connector on the Outlet and a clean electrical grounding point on the vehicle. this will minimize possible electrical noise interference when using tVs or radios. Do not connect the grounding wire to the negative (-) terminal of the power source. Only connect this wire to a clean grounding point on the vehicle.

  • Page 9: Connecting A Load To The Mobile Power Outlet

    Connecting a Load to the Mobile Power Outlet Only connect appliances to the Mobile power Outlet after the Outlet is properly connected to the power source. press the On/OFF switch to the On position. the green LeD power indicator on the Mobile power Outlet will light continuously, indicating that the unit is functioning.

  • Page 10: Common Problems

    Common Problems Power tools will start but will not continue to run - Some induction motors (motors without brushes) may require 2 to 6 times their wattage rating in order to start up. if the power tool runs only momentarily when power is applied, try to leave the power tool on while quickly and repeatedly turning the Outlet on and off.
  • Page 11 If the wattage limitation is exceeded, the mobile power outlet will not power the accessory. This is known as “peak load,” “inductive load,” or “starting load.”...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Max output continuous power 800 W Max output peak surge 1600 W (0.1 sec) north american Standard aC receptacles Max output current ≤8 a AC output voltage range 105 - 125 V AC output frequency range 60 ± 3 Hz...

  • Page 13: Limited Warranty

    Before returning this product for any reason, please call toll free (800) 477-5847. Do not return your peaK® product to the place of purchase for service. Send your unit, postage prepaid and insured, along with a copy of the original sales receipt and a phone number to the address below.

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