Table of Contents
Advertisement
Quick Links
OWNER'S MANUAL
200/400 WATT
POWER INVERTERS
THE WHISTLER GROUP, INC.
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
3604 N.W. Frontage Rd.
Bentonville, AR 72712
TEL (479) 273-6012 FX (479) 273-2927
www.whistlergroup.com
CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER
551 N. 13th St.
Rogers, AR 72756
Consumer Relations Tel (800) 531-0004
Email: info@whistlergroup.com
REV1 P/N 205563
© 2009 The Whistler Group, Inc.
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Related Manuals for Whistler 200 Watt
Summary of Contents for Whistler 200 Watt
- Page 1 3604 N.W. Frontage Rd. Bentonville, AR 72712 TEL (479) 273-6012 FX (479) 273-2927 www.whistlergroup.com CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 551 N. 13th St. Rogers, AR 72756 Consumer Relations Tel (800) 531-0004 Email: info@whistlergroup.com REV1 P/N 205563 © 2009 The Whistler Group, Inc.
- Page 2 If the unit is Your new Whistler power inverter allows you to run most AC returned without a dated proof of pur- appliances right from your car, boat or RV. They’re great for chase, an out of warranty service charge weekend use and life on the road.
-
Page 3: Table Of Contents
• Getting Started Depending on the model and its rated capacity, • Don’t Push It WHISTLER inverters draw power either from standard 12 volt automobile and marine batteries or from portable Operation ................8 - 12 high power 12 volt sources. -
Page 4: Important Information
This lower power requirement is referred to as the "continuous load." Notes: In order to ensure that the capacity of your WHISTLER Your WHISTLER inverter is designed to operate from a 12 inverter is sufficient to meet the required start up load, you volt power source only. -
Page 5: Don't Push It
If a piece of equipment or an appliance will not operate, first confirm that the inverter has been properly connected to Although your WHISTLER inverter has the capacity to pro- the 12 volt power source (See "Making The Connection"). If... -
Page 6: Operation
Confirm that the cable you have just installed is prop- Damage caused by reverse polarity is not covered under erly connected. Specifically, make certain that the the WHISTLER warranty. cable is connected to the Negative (-) terminals on • Making the connection between the Positive terminals both the inverter and the 12 volt power source. - Page 7 OPERATION OPERATION • The use of an extension cord from the inverter to the appli- • 400 watt model - If the supplied cables are too short ance or equipment being operated will not significantly to allow for placement of the inverter in a desired decrease the power being generated by the inverter.
-
Page 8: Additional Safety Features
ADDITIONAL FEATURES OPERATION within the appliance or equipment being operated. If the Automatic Shut Down & Related Safety Features. fuse(s) does blow, turn off and disconnect the appliance or Each inverter has an unique LED indicator warning light sys- equipment from the inverter immediately, repair the related tem which operates in conjunction with the automatic shut problem and replace the fuse(s). -
Page 9: Care & Maintenance
Do not place the inverter in Your WHISTLER inverter will work best when placed on a rea- direct sunlight. sonably flat surface. The floor or seat of your car or truck both are good locations. - Page 10 (e.g. a 12 volt battery) to 145 volts DC. WHISTLER inverter output, the meters will read about 20 to In the second stage, the high voltage DC is converted to 110 30 volts too low.
-
Page 11: Operation Summary
10 minutes to ances requiring in excess of 150 watts of continuous recharge the battery. load, use the optional hardwire kit (PP010DC - 200 watt model) or the hardwire cables. •... -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM: Low Battery Alarm On All The Time Please visit our Inverter FAQ page on our website Problem Solution (www.w w h h i i s s t t l l e e r r g g r r o o u u p p .com), for more troubleshooting informa- Input voltage below Keep input voltage above 10.5 volts. -
Page 13: Specifications
TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS PROBLEM: TV Does Not Work WHISTLER 200 WATT INVERTER SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Continuous Power .....200 Watts Problem Solution Maximum Surge Capability (Peak Power) 400 Watts* * TV does not turn on Try rocking the ON/OFF No Load Current Draw........<0.3 A switch of the inverter while Waveform ........Modified Sine Wave... - Page 14 All express or implied warranties for this product are limited address (if applicable). to two years. Whistler is not liable for damages arising from • A detailed description of the problem, i.e. Unit powers up but the use, misuse, or operation of this product.
- Page 15 The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler 200 watt inverter is $15.00 (U.S.) and the 400 watt inverter is $25.00 (U.S.). If you require out of warranty service, please return your unit as outlined in the section “Service Under Warranty”...