Operating Instructions - Black & Decker BDPC100A Manual

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How the power inverter works
The power inverter converts low voltage dc (direct current)
from a battery or other power source to standard 230 Vac
(alternating current) household power.
The power inverter output waveform
The ac output waveform of the power inverter is known as a
"modified sine wave".
This type of waveform is suitable for most ac loads, including
linear and switching power supplies used in electronic
equipment, transformers and motors.

Operating instructions

Power source requirements
The power source must provide 12 Vdc and must be able to
supply the necessary current to operate the load.
Warning! The power inverter must be connected only to
batteries with a nominal output voltage of 12 Volts. The
appliance will not operate from a 6 Volt battery and will
sustain permanent damage if connected to a 24 Volt battery.
Connection to a power source.
The power inverter comes equipped with a 12 Vdc
accessory plug (4) and a power lead/aircraft adapter (5) for
connection to a dc power source.
Note: For optimal performance make sure that the engine is
running while operating the inverter. However, the power
inverter may not operate while the engine is starting because
the battery voltage can drop substantially during cranking.
Connecting to a power source using the 12 Vdc
accessory plug (fig. A)
The 12 Vdc accessory plug (4) is suitable for operating the
power inverter at power outputs up to 100 Watts only. The tip
of the plug is positive (+) and the side contact is negative (-).
Note: Connect the power lead supplied with the product into
the socket at the back of the inverter.
Connect the power connector (3) into the socket (2) at
the back of the inverter.
Connect the 12 Vdc accessory plug (4) to the aircraft
adaptor (5) end of the power lead. Make sure that it is
fully clicked in to place.
Connect the power inverter to the power source by
inserting the 12 Vdc accessory plug (4) firmly into the
accessory outlet of a vehicle or other dc power source.
Note: On some vehicles the accessory socket may only
become live when the ignition key is in the accessory
position.
Insert the mains plug from the appliance to be operated
into the mains socket (1) on the inverter and operate as
normal.
4
Warning! Do not use with positive ground electrical
systems, (i.e older vehicles).
Warning! A reverse polarity connection will result in a blown
fuse and may cause permanent damage to the power
inverter.
Once you have finished using the inverter make sure
that you remove the 12 Vdc accessory plug (4) from the
12 Vdc source.
To remove the 12 Vdc accessory plug (4) from the
power lead/aircraft adapter (5) press the release tab (8)
(fig. C) and pull to separate.
Warning! Loose connectors may cause overheated wires
and melted insulation. Check to make sure you have not
reversed the polarity. Damage due to reversed polarity is not
covered by our guarantee.
Connecting to a power source using the power lead/
aircraft adaptor (fig. B)
The inverter can be connected to an in-flight power outlet for
use on board an aircraft.
Make sure that the 12 Vdc accessory plug (4) is
removed from the power lead/aircraft adapter (5) before
proceeding.
To remove the 12 Vdc accessory plug (4) from the
power lead/aircraft adapter (5) press the release tab (8)
(fig. C) and pull to separate.
Connect the power connector (3) into the socket (2) at
the back of the inverter.
Connect the power lead/aircraft adapter (5) firmly into
the in-flight power outlet.
Insert the mains plug from the appliance to be operated
into the mains socket (1) on the inverter and operate as
normal.
When you have finished using the inverter make sure
that you remove the power lead/aircraft adapter (5) from
the in-flight power outlet.
Your inverter will power/recharge small personal electronic
items rated up to 100W:
MP3 players
Mobile phones
PDAs
Digital cameras and video cameras
Laptops
Connecting devices to your inverter
AC devices
The power inverter is equipped with a standard mains
socket (1). Plug the cord from the equipment you wish to
operate into the mains socket (1). Make sure that the load
requirement of your equipment does not exceed the rated
wattage indicated on the unit.