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OPERATION
Making the Connection.
This inverter is designed to connect to your 12 volt battery
by the supplied #8 gauge cables.
1.
Make certain that the inverter's rocker switch is in the
OFF (O) position.
2.
Connect the cables to the power input terminals at
the rear of the inverter and tighten the screws to make
a secure connection. Do not use tools to tighten
these screws.
3.
Connect the cable from the (BLACK) Negative (-)
terminal on the inverter to the Negative (-) terminal on
the 12 volt power source.
connection is secure.
4.
Confirm that the cable you have just installed is
properly connected. Specifically, make certain that
the cable is connected to the Negative (-) terminals on
both the inverter and the 12 volt power source.
5.
Connect the cable from the (RED) Positive (+) terminal
on the inverter to the Positive (+) terminal on the
power source.
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Make certain the
OPERATION
Note:
•
Loose connections can result in a severe decrease in
voltage which may cause damage to the wires and
insulation.
•
Failure to make proper connection between the
inverter and the power source will result in reverse
polarity. Reverse polarity will blow the internal fuses in
the inverter and may cause permanent damage to the
inverter. Damage caused by reverse polarity is not
covered under the Whistler warranty.
•
Making the connection between the Positive (+)
terminals may cause a spark as a result of current
flowing to the capacitors in the inverter. This is a
normal occurrence. Due to the potential for sparking,
however, it is extremely important that both the
inverter and the 12 volt battery be well removed from
any possible source of flammable fumes or gases.
Failure to heed this warning could result in fire or
explosion.
6.
For safe and proper operation of the inverter when
not using the supplied cables, connect the inverter to
the power source with the thickest wire available and
in the shortest length practical. When the inverter and
the battery are set up within four feet of each other, use a
minimum of #8 gauge wire to make the connections.
Within four to six feet, use #6 gauge wire. At distances
between six feet to ten feet, use #4 gauge wires
connected to the battery. Regardless of the wire gauge
selected to make the connections to the battery, we
recommend use of an "O Ring Adapter." The adapter is
available through electronic supply stores or high end
car audio installers.
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