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OWNER'S MANUAL
800 WATT
POWER INVERTER
THE WHISTLER GROUP, INC
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
3604 N.W. Frontage Rd.
Bentonville, AR 72712
TEL (479) 273-6012 FAX (479) 273-2927
www.whistlergroup.com
CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER
551 N. 13th St.
Rogers, AR 72756
Customer Service Tel (800) 531-0004
Email: info@whistlergroup.com
REV2 P/N 205563
© 2009 The Whistler Group, Inc.
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- Page 1 3604 N.W. Frontage Rd. Bentonville, AR 72712 TEL (479) 273-6012 FAX (479) 273-2927 www.whistlergroup.com CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 551 N. 13th St. Rogers, AR 72756 Customer Service Tel (800) 531-0004 Email: info@whistlergroup.com REV2 P/N 205563 © 2009 The Whistler Group, Inc.
- Page 2 If the unit is accordance with our operating instructions. returned without a dated proof of Your new Whistler power inverter allows you to run most AC purchase, an out of warranty service appliances right from your car, boat or RV. They’re great for charge applies.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Inverter Basics ..............7 - 9 Operating Principles” section for more information. • Getting Started Depending on the model and its rated capacity, Whistler • Don’t Push It inverters draw power either from standard 12 volt automobile and marine batteries or from portable high power 12 volt Operation ................10 - 15... - Page 4 WHISTLER FEATURES INTRODUCTION 2. On/Off Indicator Light • Overload Protection. The LED will illuminate RED The LED will illuminate GREEN when the inverter is and the inverter will automatically turn itself off when powered in normal conditions. This light will turn RED...
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Page 5: Important Information
Notes: settles down to a slower pace and requires far less electrical Your Whistler inverter is designed to operate from a 12 volt power to operate. This lower power requirement is referred power source only. Never attempt to connect your Whistler to as the "continuous load."... -
Page 6: 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 provide the 12 volt power source (See "Making The Connection"). If... -
Page 7: Operation
Damage caused by reverse polarity is not a secure connection. Do not use tools to tighten covered under the Whistler warranty. these screws. • Making the connection between the Positive (+) - Page 8 OPERATION OPERATION Run a ground from the Ground Lug Terminal at the Note: • The audible alarm may make a momentary “chirp” rear of the inverter to a proper grounding point using when the inverter is turned OFF (O). The same alarm the shortest practical length of 18 AWG wire.
- Page 9 OPERATION OPERATION Important Information on Battery Chargers The Power Source. When the engine is off, most batteries will provide ample Using your inverter to recharge units designed to charge power supply to the inverter for one to two hours. The such portable equipment as power tools, flashlights, actual length of time is a function of several variables video cameras and laptop computers may cause damage...
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Page 10: Additional & Safety Features
In the event of automatic shut down or continuous audible alarm, turn the inverter rocker switch to the OFF Each Whistler inverter model has an unique LED Indicator (O) position until the source of the related problem has warning light system which operates in conjunction with been identified and resolved. -
Page 11: Care And Maintenance
Do not place the inverter in areas such as battery compartments, where fumes or Your Whistler inverter will work best when placed on a gases may accumulate. reasonably flat surface. The floor or seat of your car or truck both are good locations. - Page 12 1. Basic Operating Principles: Whistler inverter output, the meters will read about 20 to 30 volts too low. To accurately measure the output voltage of Whistler inverters work in two stages. During the first stage,...
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Page 13: Operation Summary
• Use only fuses which conform with the design • Never attempt to operate your Whistler inverter from specifications outlined in this manual. any power source other than a 12 volt battery or series of batteries that total 12 volts. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM: TV Interference PROBLEM: Low Battery Alarm On All The Time Problem Solution Problem Solution Input voltage below Keep input voltage above Electrical interference from Add a Ferrite data line filter 10.5 volts. 10.5 volts to maintain inverter. on to the TV power cord. -
Page 15: Specifications
TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS PROBLEM: TV Does Not Work WHISTLER 800 WATT INVERTER SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Continuous Power .....800 Watts Problem Solution TV does not turn on Try rocking the ON/OFF Maximum Surge Capability (Peak Power)1600 Watts* * switch of the inverter while leaving the TV ON No Load Current Draw........<0.9 A... - Page 16 All express or implied warranties for this product address (if applicable). are limited to two years. Whistler is not liable for damages • A detailed description of the problem, i.e. Unit powers up but arising from the use, misuse, or operation of this product.
- Page 17 • The unit has been abused, modified, installed improperly, or had its housing removed. The out of warranty service fee for your 800 watt Whistler inverter is $50.00 (U.S.). If you require out of warranty service, please return your inverter as outlined in the section “Service Under Warranty”...