Installation; Connecting The Inverter - DeWalt DXAEPI1000 Instruction Manual

Installation

Your inverter will provide you with continuous electrical power when
powered by a reliable 12 volt DC source, such as a vehicle battery or
a multiple battery configuration. This manual does not describe all of
the possible configurations.
Mounting the Inverter
Tools Required: four BA4x14 screws in a set and Philips head
screwdriver (NOT supplied).
The inverter comes equipped with mounting brackets for long-term
installation. The manufacturer recommends using BA4x14 screws
in a set with a standard Philips head screwdriver (none of these are
supplied). User may choose to use different screws appropriate to the
mounting surface.
Secure the inverter to a flat surface, observing all cautions regarding
installation found in this manual.
CAUTION – To avoid the risk of property damage: Only mount the
inverter on a level, stable surface, assuring that all screws are tightened
securely and observing all of the cautions and recommendations
regarding installation found in this manual.
Operating Environment
For best operating results, your inverter should be placed on a flat
surface, such as the ground, car floor or seat, or other solid surface
to help diffuse the heat that is generated. Position the inverter as close
to the DC power source as possible.
The inverter should only be operated in locations that meet the following
criteria:
DRY – Do not allow water and/or other liquids to come into contact
with the inverter.
COOL – Surrounding air temperature should ideally be 50-68°F (10-
20°C). Do not place the inverter on or near a heating vent or any piece
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of equipment that is generating heat above room temperature. Keep
the inverter out of direct sunlight.
VENTILATED – Allow at least three inches of clearance from other
objects to ensure free air circulation around the inverter. Never place
items on or over the inverter during operation.
SAFE – Do not locate inverters in an area, room or compartment
where explosives or flammable fumes might be present, such as
engine rooms, engine compartments, and boats or small, unvented
battery compartments.

Connecting the Inverter

The inverter must be connected only to batteries with a nominal output
voltage of 12 volts. The unit will not operate from a 6 volt battery and
will sustain permanent damage if connected to a 24 volt battery.
The standard North American 120 volt AC outlets and USB charging
ports allow simultaneous operation of multiple devices. Simply plug the
equipment into the unit and operate normally. Ensure that the wattage
of all equipment simultaneously plugged into the unit does not exceed
1000 watts continuous.
CAUTION – To avoid the risk of property damage: Always connect
the unit to the 12 volt DC power source before plugging any devices
into the unit.
Connection to Power Source
The Power Inverter comes equipped Battery Clips for connection to
a power source.
CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE USING THE PROVIDED
BATTERY CLIPS WITH SLIDE-IN CONNECTORS
Use the provided Battery Clips (with cables and slide-in connectors)
to connect the Power Inverter directly to the 12 volt power source as
follows:
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1. Check to make sure that the inverter is turned off and no flammable
fumes are present in the installation area.
2. Turn the red plastic cap (counterclockwise) on the inverter's positive
(+) cable post and remove. Attach the positive connector at the
end of the red battery clip cable into the groove of the positive (+)
cable post. Replace the cap and turn clockwise to secure. Do not
over-tighten.
3. Connect the red battery clip to the POSITIVE terminal of the battery.
4. Turn the black plastic cap (counterclockwise) on the inverter's
negative (–) cable post and remove. Attach the negative connector
at the end of the black battery clip cable into the groove of the
negative (–) cable post. Replace the cap and turn clockwise to
secure. Do not over-tighten.
5. Connect the black battery clip to the NEGATIVE terminal of the
battery.
6. Make sure that all connections between cables and terminals are
secure.
7. Press the power button to turn the inverter on. A beep will sound,
the backlit LCD and the USB power/fault indicators will activate
to indicate the inverter is operating properly and the 120 volt AC
outlets are ready to power appliances that draw up to 1000W
continuous and USB outlets up to 3.1A.
Note: Refer to "Power and Fault Indicators on the LCD Display" for
an explanation of the operating and fault icons. If a fault icon appears,
refer to the "Protective Features" section and the "Troubleshooting"
section of this manual.
DIRECT HARDWIRING TO POWER SOURCE (OPTIONAL
CONNECTION METHOD; HARDWARE NOT INCLUDED)
Use #8 AWG wire if the inverter to power source connection is 4 feet
or less. For cable lengths up to 10ft use #6 AWG wire.* In either case,
protect the positive (+) wire from shorts by installing a 150 amp fuse
or circuit breaker close to the DC power source (battery) terminal.
The cable, fuse holder and fuse (not supplied) can be purchased at
an electrical supply company. Manufacturer provides the installation
cable set (refer to the "Installation" section of this manual).
*For cable lengths exceeding 10 feet from inverter to battery, contact
manufacturer for additional information.
1. Check to make sure that the inverter is turned off and no flammable
fumes are present in the installation area.
2. Identify the positive (+) and negative (–) DC power source (battery)
terminals.
3. Install a fuse holder or breaker close to the positive (+) terminal of
the DC source (battery).
4. Connect a length of wire on one side of the fuse holder or circuit
breaker. Connect the other end of the wire to the positive (+, red)
O-ring of the supplied cable set, securing them using the supplied
bolt, washer and the wing nuts.
5. Connect a length of wire on one side of the negative (–) DC power
source (battery) terminal. Connect the other end of the wire to the
negative (–, black) O-ring of the supplied cable set, securing them
using the supplied bolt, washer and the wing nuts.
6. Connect a short length of wire to the other terminal of the fuse
holder or circuit breaker. Mark it "positive" or "+".
7. Connect the free end of the fuse or breaker wire to the positive (+)
terminal of the DC power source (battery).
8. Insert a fuse appropriate to the inverter in the fuse holder.
9. Check to make sure the power button is turned off.
10. Turn the red plastic cap on the inverter's positive (+) cable post
(counterclockwise) and remove. Attach the positive slide-in
connector at the end of the supplied red cable set into the groove
of the positive (+) cable post. Replace the cap and turn clockwise
to secure. Do not over-tighten.
11. Turn the black plastic cap on the inverter's negative (–) cable
post (counterclockwise) and remove. Attach the negative slide-in
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