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Promate 120 Owner's Manual

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INTRODUCTION
This product has been carefully engineered and manufactured to give you dependable operation. Please read this manual
thoroughly before operating your new product as it contains the information you need to become familiar with its features and
obtain the performance that will bring you continued enjoyment for many years. Please keep this manual on file for future
reference.
I. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. To reduce risk of injury, charge only with the provided AC adaptor and charging cord. Other chargers may cause battery to
burst causing injury to persons and damage.
2. Do not expose the Promate chargers to rain and moisture.
3. Use of accessories not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons.
4. To reduce the risk of damage to the cigarette lighter connector and cord, do not drag the cord when disconnecting.
5. Make sure the cord is safe from being stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
6. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or cigarette lighter connector. Report it immediately to an authorized Promate service
provider or dealer.
7. Do not operate the Powerstation if it is damaged in any way. Report it immediately to an authorized Promate service provider or
dealer.
8. Do not disassemble the Powerstation or its charger; ask assistance from a service or repair technician authorized by Promate.
Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
9. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
10.
Always correctly orient the Powerstation in the upright position.
11.
Do not expose the device to direct sunlight, high temperature (>35°C) or extreme cold (<0°C).
12.
Keep it away from dust and dirt.
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  • Page 1 6. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or cigarette lighter connector. Report it immediately to an authorized Promate service provider or dealer. 7. Do not operate the Powerstation if it is damaged in any way. Report it immediately to an authorized Promate service provider or dealer.

  • Page 2: General Specifications

    Warning – Risk of explosive gases. a. Working in vicinity of a lead-acid battery is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal battery operation. For this reason, it is of utmost importance that each time you use your Powerstation, you read this manual and follow the instructions carefully.

  • Page 3: Inverter Specifications

    CAUTION This unit has a maintenance free, built-in sealed lead acid battery. Although the Promate arrives partially charged from the factory, it must be fully charged for 24 hours before first use, even if the digital meter indicates “VDC” battery voltage >12.8V, or if the battery is full.

  • Page 4: Charging With Ac Adaptor

    CHARGING WITH AC ADAPTOR Keep all power on/off switches in OFF position while charging. Completely charge your power station before using it for the first time. Press test button to check battery voltage “VDC”, if battery voltage reads <12V, it is necessary to recharge the Power Station immediately for smooth running.

  • Page 5: Checking The Battery Status

    V. OPERATING AS A POWER SUPPLY The Promate 120 is capable of supplying power for 220V AC household devices and 12V DC devices up to the rated capacity of the unit. The length of time the product will operate depends on the condition of the battery and the current draw of the appliance.
  • Page 6 Multiply: AMPS X 220 (AC voltage) = Watt This formula yields a close approximation of the continuous load of your appliances. Multiply: WATTS x 2 = Starting Load This formula yields a close approximation of the starting load of your appliances. Most often the starting watts of the appliance or power tool determines whether the inverter has the capability to power it.
  • Page 7 Operating a TV When operating a TV monitor or TV/DVD combo, please note that picture tubes have a degaussing coil, which uses a high initial surge of power to light up the screen from a “cold start”. If the TV does not start up on the first try, switch the TV on every 2-3 seconds until the screen comes on.

  • Page 8: Maintenance Instructions

    VII. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS All batteries discharge with time. AC recharge is recommended after each use or every two months when not in frequent use. Use the AC charger and charge for the recommended time, or until the LED lights turns to GREEN. If the unit gets dirty, gently clean the outer surfaces with a soft cloth moistened with a mild solution of water and detergent.
  • Page 9 AC Power Supply Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution AC product not operating AC product is drawing more than Use an AC product with power 200W rating less than 200W AC product is rated at less than Use an AC product with a starting 200W, but the high starting surge surge within 200W surge rating of has tripped the safety overload.
  • Page 10 Charging Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution Charging Status light is off when AC NO AC power at the AC wall outlet Ensure power is available at the AC charger is connected wall outlet. Replace the AC charger AC charger is faulty WARNING! ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD Do not remove the housing or disassemble the Powerstation except to replace the internal battery.

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