Important Safety Instructions; Important Cable Information - SamplexPower SAM-250-12 Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To ensure reliable service, your power inverter must be installed and used properly. Please read
the installation and operating instructions thoroughly prior to installation and use. Pay particular
attention to the WARNING and CAUTION statements in this manual. The CAUTION statements
advise against certain conditions and practices that may result in damage to your inverter. The
WARNING statements identify conditions or practices that may result in personal injury.
Read All Instructions Before Using This Power Inverter!
WARNINGS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION OR INJURY
1. Do not connect to AC distribution wiring.
2. Remove appliance plug from outlet strip or turn off inverter before working on the appliance.
Multiple outlet power strips with switches and circuit breakers only interrupt power to the "hot"
receptacle terminals. The "neutral" terminals remain powered with respect to the "ground"
terminals.
3. Do not make any electrical connections or disconnections in areas designated as IGNITION
PROTECTED. This includes 12 V DC cigarette plug connections, and terminal connections.
4. This is not a toy - keep away from children.
5. DO NOT install object into air vents.
CAUTIONS
1. Do not use with positive ground electrical systems (the majority of modern automobiles, RVs,
trucks and boats are negative ground). Reverse polarity connection will result in a blown fuse
and may cause permanent damage to the inverter.
2. This inverter will not operate high wattage appliances over the output power limit or surge
power limit.
3. Grounding the neutral will cause the inverter to shut down. Do not operate this inverter if it is
wet. Do not install in engine compartment – please install in a well ventilated area.
4. This inverter is not tested for use with medical devices.

IMPORTANT CABLE INFORMATION

Substantial power loss and reduced battery operating time results from inverters installed with
cables that are not able to supply full power. Symptoms of low battery power can result from
cables that are either excessively long or an insufficient gauge. The installer/operator should be
especially aware of the requirements to maintain secure, tight, water-resistant electrical
connections and to provide for strain relief for DC cables and appliance wiring. Cable insulation
must be the appropriate type for the environment.
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