Troubleshooting - Whistler PP200 Owner's Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Please visit our Inverter FAQ page on our website
(www.whistlergroup.com), for more troubleshooting informa-
tion and FYI topics.
PROBLEM: TV Interference
Problem
Electrical interference from
inverter.
PROBLEM: Low or No Output Voltage
Problem
Inverter fuse blown.
Using incorrect type of
voltmeter to test output
voltage.
Solution
Add a Ferrite data line filter
on to the TV power cord.
This filter is available at
RadioShack,
part number 273-105.
Solution
Replace fuse according to
Guidelines in "Don't Blow
A Fuse" Section of this
manual.
Make sure that inverter is
connected to power source
with correct polarity.
Use a true RMS reading
meter.
See "For You Technical
Types" Section of this
manual.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM: Low Battery Alarm On All The Time
Problem Solution
Input voltage below Keep input voltage above
10.5 volts. 10.5 volts to maintain
regulation.
Poor or weak battery Replace battery.
condition.
Inadequate power being Use lower gauge wire.
delivered to the inverter (400 watt model)
or excessive voltage drop.
Yellow LED on
Problem Solution
Equipment has a high Turn inverter power switch
start up surge. OFF (O) and then ON (l)
again until the inverter
powers your appliance.
Repeat as necessary
to get your appliance
"started".
Battery voltage below Recharge or replace
10 volts. battery.
Equipment being operated Use a higher capacity
draws too much power. inverter or do not use this
equipment.
Inverter is too hot (thermal Allow inverter to cool.
shutdown mode). Check for adequate
ventilation. Reduce the
load on the inverter to
rated continuous power
output.
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