PowerBright CW150 Owner's Manual

150 watt power inverter with usb port

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  • Page 2 This PowerBright product has been carefully engineered and manufactured to give you dependable operation. Please read this manual thoroughly before operating your new PowerBright 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.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    Do not use the PowerBright inverter in the presence of flammable fumes or gases, such as in the bilge of a gasoline powered boat, or near propane tanks. Do not use the PowerBright inverter in an enclosure containing automotive-type, lead-acid batteries.
  • Page 4: Additional Safety Guidelines

    CAUTION Do not connect live AC power to the PowerBright inverter’s AC outlets. This will damage the inverter, and the damage is not covered by warranty. Do not connect any AC load that has its neutral conductor connected to ground to the PowerBright inverter.
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  • Page 6: Using The Inverter

    Using the Inverter The PowerBright inverter is capable of powering continuously most 120 V AC products that use 130 W or less. The PowerBright inverter can also power or charge most consumer electronics that have USB power ports. The PowerBright inverter’s AC output waveform, called “modified sine wave,”...
  • Page 7 light ON. PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, red FAULT Possible cause Remedy AC product(s) connected are rated Use a product with a power rating at more than the inverter’s continuous less than the inverter’s continuous power rating; overload shutdown has power rating.
  • Page 8: Inverter Operation

    Regularly operating the PowerBright inverter from a vehicle battery until low-voltage shutdown occurs will shorten the life of the battery. • If an AC product rated higher than 150 W is plugged into the PowerBright inverter, the inverter will shut down. The red fault light comes on.
  • Page 9: Battery Operating Time

    Buzzing sound in audio systems and radios Some inexpensive stereo systems and AM-FM radios have inadequate internal power supply filtering and “buzz” slightly when powered by the PowerBright inverter. Generally, the only solution is an audio product with a higher quality filter. Television interference The PowerBright inverter is shielded to minimize its interference with TV signals.
  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, no inverter lights are Possible cause Remedy Battery is defective. Check battery Loose connections. Check connections. and replace if required. PROBLEM: Measured inverter output is too low. Possible cause Remedy Standard “average reading” AC Inverter’s “modified sine wave”...
  • Page 11 Specifications are subject to change without notice. AC Power Output USB Power Output AC output voltage (nominal) 120 V AC Continuous AC output power 130 W Peak AC output power 150 W (20 minutes) Maximum AC output surge power 260 W AC output frequency 60 ±...
  • Page 12: Warranty

    You require proof of purchase to make warranty claims. What will PowerBright do? PowerBright will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product free of charge, provided that you notify PowerBright of the product...
  • Page 13 Authorization Policy described in your product manual. For some products, PowerBright maintains a network of regional Authorized Service Centers. Call PowerBright or check our website to see if your product can be repaired at one of these facilities. What proof of purchase is required? In any warranty claim, dated proof of purchase must accompany the product and the product must not have been disassembled or modified without prior written authorization by PowerBright.
  • Page 14: Return Material Authorization Policy

    INVERTER IN CONNECTION WITH LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS OR OTHER MEDICAL EQUIPMENT OR DEVICES. Please note that the PowerBright inverter is not intended for use as an uninterruptible power supply and PowerBright makes no warranty or representation in connection with any use of the product for such purposes.
  • Page 15: Return Procedure

    2. Include the following: • The RMA number supplied by PowerBright clearly marked on the outside of the box. • A return address where the unit can be shipped. P.O. boxes are not acceptable. • A contact telephone number where you can be reached during work hours.

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