Duracell  Owner's Manual
Duracell  Owner's Manual

Duracell Owner's Manual

Pocet inverter 175

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Owner's Guide
975-0341-01-01 REV. B
Printed in China

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  • Page 1 t 1 408 987 6359 www.xantrex.com/support Owner's Guide 975-0341-01-01 REV. B Printed in China...
  • Page 2 Trademarks DURACELL® is a registered trademark of The Gillette Company, used under license. All rights reserved. XANTREX is a registered trademark of Xantrex International. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and product names are the property of their respective owners and are used herein for identification purposes only.
  • Page 3: Contact Information

    ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSSES, DAMAGES, COSTS OR EXPENSES, WHETHER SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL, WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION. THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK. REMINDS YOU THAT IF THIS MANUAL IS IN ANY LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH, ALTHOUGH STEPS HAVE BEEN TAKEN TO MAINTAIN THE ACCURACY OF THE TRANSLATION, THE...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Introduction ......1 2. Important Safety Information ... . . 3 Warnings and Cautions .
  • Page 5 Physical Specifications ..... 26 9. Warranty and Return ....27...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Duracell® Pocket Inverter 175W. The Pocket inverter is part of a family of advanced high-performance power inverters. Connected to the 12 volt outlet in your vehicle, or directly to a 12 volt battery, the Pocket inverter efficiently and reliably powers a wide variety of loads through both the AC outlet and USB port.
  • Page 7 • Specifications (page 25) • Warranty and service information (page 27)
  • Page 8: Important Safety Information

    2 Important Safety Information Misusing or incorrectly connecting the Pocket inverter may damage the equipment or create hazardous conditions for users. Read the following safety instructions and pay special attention to all Caution and Warning statements in the guide. Warnings identify conditions that may result in personal injury or loss of life.
  • Page 9 WARNING The Pocket inverter housing may become uncomfortably warm, reaching 140° F (60° C) under extended high power operation. During operation, keep it away from materials that may be affected by high temperatures. WARNING Do not use the Pocket inverter in the presence of flammable fumes or gases, such as in the bilge of a gasoline powered boat, or near propane tanks.
  • Page 10 WARNING: Shock hazard Use caution when inserting an AC plug into the three-prong AC outlet. The prongs of an AC plug can become bent from misuse. If an AC plug is improperly inserted into the AC outlet, a bent prong can slip outside the inverter and become a shock hazard.
  • Page 11 CAUTION: Output non-sinusoidal Some chargers for small nickel-cadmium batteries can be damaged if connected to the Pocket inverter. Do not use the inverter with the following appliances: • Small battery-operated appliances like rechargeable flashlights, some rechargeable shavers, and night lights that are plugged directly into an AC receptacle to recharge.
  • Page 12: Additional Safety Guidelines

    Additional Safety Guidelines • Do not insert foreign objects in the Pocket inverter outlets or other openings. • Never connect the inverter to power utility AC distribution wiring. • Do not use the Pocket inverter in temperatures over 100° F (40° C). •...
  • Page 13: Safety Features

    3 Safety Features These advanced safety features are built into the Pocket inverter: • Electronic overload protection with automatic shutdown • Non-user-replaceable 25 A fuse • Low battery voltage shutdown • High-input voltage protection with automatic shutdown • Overheat protection with automatic shutdown •...
  • Page 14: Inverter Features

    4 Inverter Features Duracell® Pocket Inverter 175W Ventilation openings DC cable port AC outlet Switch and Power/Fault light USB power port DC Cables 12 volt battery 12 volt (lighter cable clips plug) cable Part #: 808-7145 Part #: 808-7144 Figure 1 Features and Accessories...
  • Page 15: Using The Inverter

    5 Using the Inverter The Pocket inverter is capable of powering most 120 V AC products that use 130 W or less. The Pocket inverter can also power or charge most consumer electronics that have USB power ports. For loads less than 130 watts, use the lighter plug;...
  • Page 16 CAUTION: Reverse polarity damage When plugging in the DC cable, ensure that the plug aligns with the DC cable port. Failure to do so will result in reverse polarity and a blown fuse. Insert the cigarette lighter plug into the 12 V outlet.
  • Page 17: Using The Dc Cable With 12 Volt Cable Clips

    Using the DC Cable with 12 volt Cable Clips WARNING: Corrosive materials To reduce the risk of irritation and burns, wear protective eyewear and clothing when you work with batteries.Take special care to ensure that metal tools or personal objects like rings or watches do not contact the battery terminals.
  • Page 18 CAUTION Reversing the positive and negative battery cables will damage the inverter and void your warranty.When you connect the inverter to the battery, double check the connections. The red wire must be connected to the red (+) terminal on the inverter and the positive (+) terminal on the battery.
  • Page 19 Plug the DC cable into the DC cable port on the Pocket inverter. Observe correct polarity. See Figure 2. CAUTION: Reverse polarity damage When plugging in the DC cable, ensure that the plug aligns with the DC cable port. Failure to do so will result in reverse polarity and a blown fuse.
  • Page 20: Inverter Operation

    6 Inverter Operation When properly connected to a 12 volt outlet, and when the switch is in the position, the light will glow blue, indicating that the Pocket inverter is ready. Plug the prodcut(s) you want to operate into the AC outlet or USB port and switch them on (if neccessary) Operating Guidelines...
  • Page 21 • If an AC product rated higher than 175 W is plugged into the Pocket inverter, the inverter will shut down. The red fault light comes on. • If the Pocket inverter exceeds a safe operating temperature, due to insufficient ventilation or a high-temperature environment, it automatically shuts down.
  • Page 22: Battery Operating Time

    Battery Operating Time Operating time will vary depending on the charge level of the battery, its capacity and the power level drawn by the particular AC load, USB load, or combination of both. With a typical vehicle battery and a 130 W load, an operating time of 2 to 2.5 hours or more can be expected.
  • Page 23 Buzzing sound in audio systems and radios Some inexpensive stereo systems and AM-FM radios have inadequate internal power supply filtering and “buzz” slightly when powered by the Pocket inverter. Generally, the only solution is an audio product with a higher quality filter. Television interference The Pocket inverter is shielded to minimize its interference with TV signals.
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    7 Troubleshooting PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, no inverter lights are Possible cause Remedy Battery is defective. Check battery and replace if required. Loose connections. Check connections. PROBLEM: Measured inverter output is too low. Possible cause Remedy Standard “average- Inverter’s “modified sine reading”...
  • Page 25 PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, red FAULT light ON. Possible cause Remedy AC product(s) connected Use a product with a power are rated at more than the rating less than the inverter’s inverter’s continuous continuous power rating. power rating; overload shutdown has occurred.
  • Page 26: Recycling

    Possible cause Remedy The inverter has Unplug inverter from DC overheated due to poor socket and allow to cool for 15 ventilation and has shut minutes. Remove objects down. covering unit. Move the inverter to a cooler place. Reduce load if continuous operation is required.
  • Page 27 availability of recycling depots for Pb batteries, Xantrex customers can recycle rechargeable batteries in a convenient and environmentally friendly way. If one of your Xantrex battery-integrated products has reached the end of its useful life, we urge you to dispose of the product correctly and safely. Xantrex recommends taking the following steps to recycle your product depending on battery chemistry and size.
  • Page 28 In the USA: Alltel, Batteries Plus, Black & Decker, Cingular Wireless, Circuit City, The Home Depot, Lowe's, Milwaukee Electric Tool, Office Depot, Orchard Supply, Porter Cable Service Centers, RadioShack, Remington Product Company, Sears, Staples, Target, US Cellular and Verizon Wireless If you are not sure of the drop-box nearest you, simply call 1-877-2-RECYCLE to find the retail collection nearest you.
  • Page 29 Xantrex Technology Inc. Attn: Battery Recovery 5917 195th Street NE Arlington, WA USA, 98223 • dispose of the battery inside your product, by first removing it (simple disassembly may be required) and then taking it to a Sears Automotive Facility in your area where it can be dropped off for proper recycling.
  • Page 30: Specifications

    8 Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. AC Power Output AC output voltage (nominal) 120 V AC Continuous AC output power 130 W Peak AC output power 175 W Maximum AC output surge power 260 W AC output frequency 60 ±...
  • Page 31: Dc Power Specifications

    DC Power Specifications DC input voltage range 10.5–15.5 VDC Battery drain with no AC load <0.4 A (at 12 V input) Efficiency (maximum) Low battery shutdown point (nominal) 10.5 V High battery shutdown point 15.5 V (nominal) Physical Specifications Ambient operating temperature range 0 °C–40 °C (32 °F–104 °F) Dimensions (L ×...
  • Page 32: Warranty And Return

    9 Warranty and Return Warranty What does this warranty cover? This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology, Inc. ("Xantrex") and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your Pocket inverter. This warranty period lasts for 6 months from the date of purchase at the point of sale to you, the original end user customer.
  • Page 33 shipment to the customer, whichever is greater. All replaced products and all parts removed from repaired products become the property of Xantrex. Xantrex covers both parts and labor necessary to repair the product, and return shipment to the customer via a Xantrex- selected non-expedited surface freight within the contiguous United States and Canada.
  • Page 34 Direct returns may be performed according to the Xantrex Return Material Authorization Policy described in your product manual. For some products, Xantrex maintains a network of regional Authorized Service Centers. Call Xantrex or check our website to see if your product can be repaired at one of these facilities.
  • Page 35 What does this warranty not cover? This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal, installation, or troubleshooting of the customer's electrical systems. This warranty does not apply to and Xantrex will not be responsible for any defect in or damage to: the product if it has been misused, neglected, improp- erly installed, physically damaged or altered, either...
  • Page 36 Disclaimer Product THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED BY XANTREX IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR XANTREX PRODUCT AND IS, WHERE PERMITTED BY LAW, IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS, GUARANTEES, REPRESENTATIONS, OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT, HOWEVER ARISING (WHETHER BY CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, PRINCIPLES OF MANUFACTURER'S LIABILITY,...
  • Page 37 ARISING WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT INCLUDING WITHOUT RESTRICTION ANY ECONOMIC LOSSES OF ANY KIND, ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, ANY PERSONAL INJURY, ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY ARISING FROM OR AS A RESULT OF MISUSE OR ABUSE, OR THE INCORRECT INSTALLATION, INTEGRATION OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT.
  • Page 38 Warning: Limitations On Use Please refer to your product manual for limitations on uses of the product. SPECIFICALLY, PLEASE NOTE THAT THE OCKET INVERTER SHOULD NOT BE USED IN CONNECTION WITH LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS OR OTHER MEDICAL EQUIPMENT OR DEVICES. WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING, XANTREX MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES REGARDING THE USE OF THE XANTREX...
  • Page 39: Return Material Authorization Policy

    Return Material Authorization Policy Before returning a product directly to Xantrex you must obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and the correct factory "Ship To" address. Products must also be shipped prepaid. Product shipments will be refused and returned at your expense if they are unauthorized, returned without an RMA number clearly marked on the outside of the shipping box, if they are shipped collect, or if they are shipped to the wrong location.
  • Page 40: Return Procedure

    Return Procedure Package the unit safely, preferably using the original box and packing materials. Please ensure that your product is shipped fully insured in the original packaging or equivalent. This warranty will not apply where the product is damaged due to improper packaging.
  • Page 41: Out Of Warranty Service

    If you are returning a product to a Xantrex Authorized Service Center (ASC) A Xantrex return material authorization (RMA) number is not required. However, you must contact the ASC prior to returning the product or presenting the unit to verify any return procedures that may apply to that particular facility.

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