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3.
SETUP & OPERATION
3.1
Power Source Requirements
3.1.1
The inverter must be connected to a 12 volt DC negative ground ignition system.
3.1.2
The power source must be capable of providing between 10.6 and 15.5 volts and able to supply the necessary current
to operate the load.
3.2
Connecting Battery Clips or Cigarette Plug to Inverter.
Note: Check the battery is 12VDC. Do Not use with a 24V battery
Note: PI150 power inlet is hard wired and therefore does not require the following procedure 3.2.1 to 3.2.3.
3.2.1
To attach the battery clips (PI300 or PI500), or the cigarette plug (PI300 only) remove the terminal caps from the rear
of the inverter (Fig.1).
3.2.2
Place the Black lead eyelet connector over the Black/Negative terminal post on
the inverter, replace and tighten the terminal cap.
3.2.3
Place the Red lead eyelet connector over the Red/Positive terminal post on the
inverter, replace and tighten the terminal cap.
3.3
Connecting to Cigarette lighter Power Source (PI150 & PI300).
3.3.1
To Connect to cigarette lighter socket simply push the plug into your vehicles
lighter socket. Note some vehicles will require the ignition to be switched to the
accessory position to supply power to the cigarette lighter socket.
NOTE! For PI300, cigarette lighter sockets generally are fitted with a 15 to 20A fuse.
To avoid overloading and blowing the fuse if the device to be connect exceeds 300W then use the battery clips instead of the
cigarette lighter plug.
3.4
Connecting to Battery Terminals (PI300 & PI500).
3.4.1
Ensure battery terminals are clean, if necessary clean away any corrosion.
3.4.2
Check to make sure the inverter is turned OFF and no flammable fumes are present.
3.4.3
Clip the red (+) battery clip to the red (+) terminal post on the battery.
3.4.4
Clip the black (-) battery clip to the black (-) terminal post on the battery.
3.4.5
Check all connections are secure.
3.5
Connection to Load.
NOTE! Most electrical appliances, tools etc have a rating plate indicating the power consumption in amps or watts. Use these
ratings to ensure you remain under the inverters maximum capacity. If the rating is shown in amps, multiply the value by the
voltage (230V) to determine the wattage.
3.5.1
Plug the equipment you wish to use into the inverters 3 pin socket. Make sure the socket is in the OFF position.
3.5.2
Make sure the load does not exceed the wattage rating of the inverter.
3.5.3
Switch the inverter on and check that everything is working. Green LED lights.
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WARNING! Do Not connect the inverter to any AC distribution wiring or any AC load circuit in which the neutral
conductor is connected to ground (earth) or to the negative of the DC (battery) source.
NOTE! Some rechargeable devices do not operate well with a moderated sine wave inverter. They only operate from a standard
household outlet which provides a pure sine wave. It is recommended that these devices be operated from a standard household
outlet only. This problem does not occur with most battery operated equipment. Most of these devices use a separate charger or
transformer that is plugged into a separate AC socket.
3.6
Placement of Inverter.
3.6.1
For best and safest operation the inverter should be placed on a flat and stable surface.
3.6.2
Use only in a dry location, do not allow inverter to get wet.
3.6.3
Use in cool ambient temperature of between 0°C and 40°C. Do not place on or near a heating vent.
3.6.4
Allow sufficient space around the inverter for cooling. If the inverter overheats it will shut down and will not restart
until it has cooled down.
3.6.5
Do not use near flammable materials or anywhere that flammable gasses could accumulate.
3.6.6
The inverter may become uncomfortably hot during extended periods of full power use. Do Not place on or near
materials that may be affected by heat.
4.
OPERATING TIPS
4.1
Inductive loads, such as TV's and stereos, require more current to operate than do resistive loads of the same wattage
rating. Induction motors, as well as some televisions, may require 2 to 6 times their wattage rating to start up. The most
demanding in this category are those that start under load, such as compressors and pumps. Testing is the only
definitive way to determine whether a specific load can be started and how long it can run. The unit will simply shut
down if it is overloaded. To restart the unit after a shutdown due to overloading, remove the overload.
CAUTION:The inverter will not operate high wattage appliances or equipment that produce heat, such as hair dryers, microwave
ovens and toasters.
4.2
Battery Operating Time
4.2.1
With a typical vehicle battery, a minimum operating time of 3 to 4 hours can be expected depending on the load draw. It
is recommended that operator start the engine every 2 to 3 hours to recharge the battery. This will prevent any
unexpected shutdown of the equipment and will ensure that there is always sufficient battery capacity to start the
vehicle.The inverter may be used either with the engine running or turned off. However, the inverter must be switched
OFF when starting the car.
4.2.2
The inverter draws less than 0.3 amperes from battery when it is not supplying power to a load. In most cases, the inverter
may be left connected to the battery when it is not in use, If the vehicle will not be used for several days, please
disconnect the unit from the battery.
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5.
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
6.
Problem
Lack of power output.
No AC output, Red LED lit.
Fig. 1
or No AC output both Red
and Green LED lit.
Low output voltage.
Low battery alarm sounds
continuously.
Declaration of Conformity We, the sole importer into the UK, declare that the product listed below is in conformity with the
following standards and directives.
ModelS: PI150, PI300 & PI500
NOTE: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior notice.
IMPORTANT: No liability is accepted for incorrect use of product. WARRANTY: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which will be required
for any claim. INFORMATION: For a copy of our latest catalogue and promotions call us on 01284 757525 and leave your full name and address,
including postcode.
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PROTECTIVE FEATURES
The inverter monitors the following potentially hazardous conditions:
Low Battery Voltage - This condition is not harmful to the inverter but could damage the power source. An alarm will sound
when input voltage drops to 10.6 volts. The inverter automatically shuts down when input voltage drops to 10 volts.
When the condition is corrected, the unit may be restarted.
Over Voltage Protection -When input voltage exceeds 15.5 volts, the inverter automatically shuts down. When the
condition is corrected, the unit may be restarted.
Overload Protection - The inverter will automatically shut down when the continuous draw exceeds the wattage rating of
the inverter.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Possible Cause
1. Poor DC contact.
2. Battery voltage below 10V.
3. Load draws too much power.
4. Inverter in thermal shutdown.
5. Vehicle lighter open circuit.
6. Vehicle requires ignition to be on.
Check with voltmeter.
1. Bad connection or wiring.
2. Low battery voltage.
Environmental Protection.
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be
sorted, taken to a recycle centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment.
When the product is no longer required, it must be disposed of in an environmentally protective way.
The construction file for this product is held by the Manufacturer
POWER INVERTERS
and may be inspected, by a national authority, upon request to
Jack Sealey Ltd.
73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive
Signed by Tim Thompson
89/336/EEC EMC Directive
93/68/EEC CE Marking Directive
For Jack Sealey Ltd. Sole importer into the UK of Sealey Quality Machinery.
Sole UK Distributor
Sealey Group,
Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk.
Suggested Remedy
1. Check all DC contacts.
2. Recharge or replace battery.
3. Reduce load.
4. Allow inverter to cool.
5. Check vehical fuse.
6. Turn ignition key to accessory position.
Use true RMS voltmeter.
1. Check and tighten all DC connections.
2. Recharge battery without load.
1st May 2006
01284 757500
www.sealey.co.uk
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