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XP600i
POWER INVERTER
OWNER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 XP600i POWER INVERTER OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call customer service: 1-800-531-0004 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT or visit www.whistlergroup.com Please keep your purchase receipt in a safe place. You may register your product online at www.whistlergroup.com.
  • Page 3 Our mission is to provide products that improve your driving experience. Whistler offers a complete line of DC to AC inverters ranging in capacity from 100 Watts to 3000 Watts. These inverters offer advanced technology, dependable operation and will provide years of reliable service when used in accordance with our operating instructions.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Features Description ............3 Important Information ............5 Inverter Basics ..............6 • Getting Started • Don’t Push It Operation ................8 • Making the Connection • Tips • Recharging Equipment • Changing the Fuse • Power Source Additional Safety Features ..........12 •...

  • Page 5: Features Description

    “modified sine wave”. See “Operating Principles” section for more information. Depending on the model and its rated capacity, WHISTLER inverters draw power either from standard 12 volt automobile and marine batteries or from portable high power 12 volt sources.
  • Page 6 FEATURES DESCRIPTION • Overload Protection. The inverter will turn itself off when the continuous draw or the surge draw of the equipment being operatedexceeds the maximum power rating for the inverter. • Thermal Protection. The inverter will turn itself off when the internal temperature exceeds safe design parameters.

  • Page 7: Important Information

    • Do not attempt to lengthen the supplied power cables. • 115 volts can be lethal. Improper use of your WHISTLER inverter may result in property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

  • Page 8: Inverter Basics

    This lower power requirement is referred to as the “continuous load.” In order to ensure that the capacity of your WHISTLER inverter is sufficient to meet the required start up load, you must first determine the power consumption of the equipment or appliance you plan to operate.
  • Page 9 INVERTER BASICS For example, the XP600i model has a maximum continuous rating of 600 watts. Although this model has the capacity to briefly provide more than its continuous power (that is, excess current), it is designed to operate equipment and appliances with start up load requirements of 600 watts or less.

  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION Making the Connection. This inverter is designed to connect to your 12 volt battery using the supplied #8 AWG gauge cables. 1. Make certain that the inverter rocker switch is in the center OFF (O) position. 2. Connect the cables to the power input terminals at the rear of the inverter and tighten the screws to make a se- cure connection.

  • Page 11: Power Source

    Damage caused by reverse polarity is not covered under the Whistler warranty. • Making the connection between the Positive (+) terminals may cause a spark as a result of current flowing to the capacitors in the inverter.
  • Page 12 OPERATION Confirm that the equipment or appliance to be operated is turned off. Plug the equipment or appliance into one of the AC receptacles on the front panel of the inverter. Turn the inverter to the ON (I) position. Turn on the equipment or appliance.
  • Page 13 OPERATION Don’t Blow A Fuse. This inverter is equipped with internal spade type fuses. With reasonable care, it should not be necessary to replace the fuse(s) in your inverter. Most blown fuses are the result of reverse polarity or a short circuit within the appliance or equipment being operated.

  • Page 14: Additional Safety Features

    ADDITIONAL SAFETY FEATURES Automatic Shut Down & Related Safety Features. This inverter has an unique LED indicator warning light system which operates in conjunction with the automatic shut down feature. These indicator lights operate as follows: GREEN LED: System ready. RED LED: System overload/automatic shut down.
  • Page 15 ADDITIONAL SAFETY FEATURES For You Television Fans and Audiophiles Although the inverter is shielded and filtered to minimize signal interference, some interference with your television picture may be unavoidable, especially with weak signals. However, here are some suggestions that may improve the reception. 1.

  • Page 16: Care & Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE To maintain your inverter in proper working condition, note the following important safety precautions: MOISTURE: Keep the inverter dry. Do not expose it to moisture. Do not operate the inverter if you, the inverter, the device being operated or any other surfaces that may come in contact with any power sources are wet.

  • Page 17: Operating Principles

    OPERATING PRINCIPLES Whistler inverters work in two stages. During the first stage, the DC to DC converter increases the DC input voltage from the power source (e.g. a 12 volt battery) to 145 volts DC. In the second stage, the high voltage DC is converted to 115 volts (60 Hz AC) using advanced power MOSFET transistors in a full bridge configuration.
  • Page 18 OPERATING PRINCIPLES Consequently, these meters will not read the RMS modified sine wave voltage correctly and, when measuring your Whistler inverter output, the meters will read about 20 to 30 volts too low. To accurately measure the output voltage of your inverter, use a true RMS reading voltmeter such as a Fluke 87, Fluke 8060A, Beckman 4410, Triplett 4200 or any multimeter identified as “True RMS.”...

  • Page 19: Operation Summary

    OPERATION SUMMARY In Review. • Never attempt to operate your Whistler inverter from any power source other than a 12 volt battery or series of batteries that total 12 volts. • This inverter is designed to be connected to the power source with the supplied cables or larger cables that properly match the distance from the battery.
  • Page 20 OPERATION SUMMARY • When operating the inverter with the engine off, start the engine every hour and let it run for at least 10 minutes to recharge the battery. • In the event of automatic shut down, turn the inverter OFF (O) immediately.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Please visit our Inverter FAQ page on our website (www.whistlergroup.com), for more troubleshooting information and FYI topics. PROBLEM: TV Interference Problem Solution Electrical interference from inverter. Add a Ferrite data line filter on to the TV power cord. This filter is available at electronic part stores.

  • Page 22: Specifications

    Reduce the load on the inverter to load on the inverter to output. XP600i WATT INVERTER SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Continuous Power ........600 Watts Maximum Surge (Peak Power) ......1200 Watts* No Load Current Draw ..........<0.6 A Waveform ..........

  • Page 23: Warranty Information

    All express or implied warranties for this product are limited to two (2) years. Whistler is not liable for damages arising from the use, misuse, or operation of this product including but not limited to loss of time,...
  • Page 24 1412 South 1st St. Rogers, AR. 72756 Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time. IMPORTANT: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping. Therefore, please ship your unit insured with return receipt requested. CODs will not be accepted! 2.
  • Page 25 The unit has been misused, abused, modified, installed improperly, or had its housing removed. The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler XP600i is $45.00 (U.S.). If you require out of warranty service, please return your unit as outlined in the section “Service Under Warranty” along with a cashier’s check or money order in the amount of $45.00.
  • Page 26 Bentonville, AR 72712 Toll Free (800) 531-0004 TEL (479) 273-6012 FX (479) 273-2927 www.whistlergroup.com CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 1412 South 1st St. Rogers, AR 72756 Customer Service Tel (800) 531-0004 Email: info@whistlergroup.com P/N 401564 Rev.2 © 05/2014 The Whistler Group, Inc.

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