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The standard North American 115 volt AC and USB outlets allow simultaneous operation of multiple
devices. Simply plug the equipment into the unit and operate normally. Ensure that the wattage of all
equipment simultaneously plugged into the PI100SB does not exceed 100 watts continuous.
Rated Versus Actual Current Draw of Equipment
Most electrical tools, appliances, electronic devices and audio/visual equipment have labels that indicate
the power consumption in amps or watts. Be sure that the power consumption of the item to be operated
is below 100 watts. If the power consumption is rated in amps AC, simply multiply by the AC volts (115)
to determine the wattage.
Resistive loads are the easiest for the inverter to run; however, it will not run larger resistive loads (such
as electric stoves and heaters), which require far more wattage than the inverter can deliver. Inductive
loads (such as TVs and stereos) require more current to operate than do resistive loads of the same
wattage rating.
For safety reasons, the unit will simply shut down if it is overloaded. To restart the unit, simply remove
the load, wait a few minutes, then plug it back in, rotating slightly to make sure there is good contact.
Operation of the 115 Volt AC Outlet
1. Connect the unit to a vehicle's accessory outlet or other 12 volt DC power source. Make sure there is
adequate space for proper ventilation of the inverter.
2. Rotate the unit slightly to make sure there is good contact.
3. The Power/Fault LED Indicator will light blue, indicating a proper connection. If the Power/Fault LED
Indicator lights red, a Fault condition exists. Refer to the Troubleshooting Section of this Instruction
Manual.
4. If the Inverter does not work, make sure the ignition/accessory outlet is powering the accessory outlet.
Some vehicles require the ignition switch to be turned on.
5. Plug the (110/120 volt AC) appliance into the Inverter's three-prong AC outlet and operate normally.
Notes: The Inverter will not operate appliances and equipment that generate heat, such as hair dryers, electric
blankets, microwave ovens and toasters.
Remember to disconnect the unit from any power source when it is not in use.
Operation of the USB Power Port
1. Connect the unit to a vehicle's accessory outlet or other 12 volt DC power source. Make sure there is
adequate space for proper ventilation of the inverter.
2. Rotate the unit slightly to make sure there is good contact.
3. The Power/Fault LED Indicator will light blue, indicating a proper connection. If the Power/Fault LED
Indicator lights red, a Fault condition exists. Refer to the Troubleshooting Section of this Instruction
Manual.
4. If the Inverter does not work, make sure the ignition/accessory outlet is powering the accessory outlet.
Some vehicles require the ignition switch to be turned on.
5. Plug the USB-powered device into the inverter's USB Power Port and operate normally.
Notes: This inverter's USB Power Port does not support data communication. It only provides 5 volts/300mA DC
power to an external USB-powered device.
Remember to disconnect the unit from any power source when it is not in use.
Protective Features
The Inverter monitors the following conditions:
Low Battery Voltage — This condition is not harmful to the inverter, but could damage the power source,
so the inverter will automatically shut down when input voltage drops below 10.0 ± 0.3 volts DC.
Input Voltage Too High — The inverter will automatically shut down when DC input voltage exceeds 15.5
volts, as this can harm the unit.
Thermal Shutdown Protection — The inverter will automatically shut down when the unit becomes
overheated.
Overload/Short Circuit Protection — The inverter will automatically shut down when a short circuit occurs.
Notes: The Power/Fault LED Indicator will light red to indicate a Fault condition before automatic shutdown occurs.
If unit shuts down, disconnect it from the 12 volt DC power source, remove the load, wait a few minutes,
then plug it back in.
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