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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Read all instructions before operating your inverter. Failure to follow all instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. • AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Don’t use inverters in damp or wet locations. •...
• DO NOT use with positive ground electrical systems.* Reverse polarity connection will result in a blown fuse and may cause permanent damage to the inverter and will void warranty. *The majority of modern automobiles, RVs and trucks are negative ground. •...
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this THOR Power Inverter. Please read this Instruction Manual carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and to avoid damage to this product. This power inverter is configured to supply continuous power in the form of 120 volt AC outlets and a USB port to run or recharge most household or electronic appliances.
BACK OF UNIT (ALL UNITS) 7. Negative (–) DC Power Connection 9. High-Speed Cooling Fans 8. Grounding Post 10. Positive (+) DC Power Connection HOW THESE INVERTERS WORK Your inverter converts low voltage DC (direct current) electricity from a battery to 115 volt AC (alternating current) household power in two stages.
may not be able to start some of these motors even though their rated current draw is within specifications for this power inverter. If a motor refuses to start, observe the battery voltage using a DC voltmeter while trying to start the motor. If the battery voltmeter drops below 11 volts while the inverter is attempting to start the motor, this may be why the motor won’t start.
equipment can be safely tested. If an overload is detected, the inverter will simply shut down until the overload situation is corrected. CAUTIONS • Exceeding recommended voltage limits will void manufacturer’s warranty. • NEVER try to use your inverter with any 12 volt DC power source that uses a positive ground. (Most vehicles and boats use negative ground systems.) •...
If the Digital display, displays a fault code follow the steps outlined in the “Troubleshooting” section of this Instruction Manual. The Fault LED will light if there is an excessive voltage drop between the (battery) power source and the inverter. Note: Reverse polarity or short circuit condition may cause external or internal fuses to open and may cause irreversible damage to the Power Inverter.
A. Check all connections and tighten any that may be loose. B. Ensure that the source battery has adequate charge. C. If steps A and B do not correct the problem, refer to the “Service Information” section of this Instruction Manual for assistance.
13. Connect the stripped, soldered (longer) end of the positive (+) cable to the red stud marked (+) on the inverter and tighten the retaining nut. 14. Connect the stripped, soldered end of the negative (–) cable to the black stud marked (–) on the inverter and tighten the retaining nut.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: Make sure the combined load requirement of your equipment does not exceed your inverter’s maximum continuous power. Operation of the 120 Volt AC Outlets This unit features four 115 volt AC GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) protected outlets, that function in the same way as GFCI outlets you would typically use in your home.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Common Audio/Visual Problems PROBLEM SOLUTION “Buzzing” sound in Inexpensive stereo systems and “boom boxes” may emit a buzzing sound from their audio systems speakers when operated from your inverter. This occurs because the power supply in the electronic device does not adequately filter the pure sine wave produced by the inverter.
LIMITED TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY The limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this unit, and it sets forth all the responsibilities of THOR. There is no other warranty, other than those described herein. Any implied warranty of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose on this unit is limited in duration to the duration of this warranty.
If such a product is returned more than 30 days but less than two year from the purchase date, THOR POWER PRODUCTS will repair the unit or, at its option, replace it free of charge.
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Over Load - Short Circuit > 1100 Watts > 1600 Watts > 2200 Watts > 3300 Watts Over Temperature Yes (Auto Yes (Auto Yes (Auto Yes (Auto Reset) Reset) Reset) Reset) High DC Input Voltage 16.5 VDC +/- 16.5 VDC +/- 16.5 VDC +/- 16.5 VDC +/- .5 Vdc...
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