Black & Decker MAXX SST Instruction Manual

MAXX SST

TM

1,000 WA

TT COMP

ACT POWER INVERTER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Catalog Number VEC049DCB

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1-877-571-2391

BEFORE YOU CALL, HAVE THE CATALOG No,

AVAILABLE. IN MOST CASES, A REPRESENTATIVE

CAN RESOLVE THE PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE.

WARNING: This product or its power cord contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defect or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:

• Do not connect to AC distribution wiring.

• Do not make any electrical connections or disconnections in areas designated as IGNITION PROTECTED. This
unit is NOT approved for ignition protected areas.

• NEVER immerse the unit in water or any other liquid, or use when wet.

• Do not insert foreign objects into the AC outlet or the USB outlet (if provided).

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE:

• Do not operate near flammable materials, fumes or gases.

• DO NOT expose to extreme heat or flames.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE:

• Remove appliance plug from outlet before working on the appliance.

• DO NOT attempt to connect or set up the unit or its components while operating your vehicle. Not paying
attention to the road may result in a serious accident.

• ALWAYS use the inverter where there is adequate ventilation. Do not block ventilation slots.

• ALWAYS turn the inverter OFF by disconnecting it from the power source when not in use.

• Make sure the nominal powering voltage is 12 volts DC.

• When using this unit in a vehicle, check the vehicle owner’s manual for maximum power rating and
recommended output. Do not permanently install in engine compartment — install in a well ventilated area.

• Do not use with positive ground electrical systems*. Reverse polarity connection will result in a blown fuse and
may cause permanent damage to the inverter and will void warranty.

*The majority of modern automobiles, RVs and trucks are negative ground.

• Keep in mind that this inverter may not operate very high wattage appliances or equipment that produce heat.
Refer to “Appliance Consumption” chart in this manual.

• Do not open the inverter — there are no user-serviceable parts inside.

• Do not use this inverter with medical devices. It is not qualified for medical applications.

• Keep away from children. This is not a toy!

• Install and operate unit only as described in this Instruction Manual.

• Do not use this inverter on a watercraft. It is not qualified for marine applications.

• Check unit periodically for wear and tear. Take to a qualified technician for replacement of worn or defective
parts immediately.

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. Therefore, 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. Refer to the “Installation”
section of this Instruction Manual.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE:

• Do not operate near flammable materials, fumes or gases.

• DO NOT expose to extreme heat or flames.

• Ensure all cables and connections are tightly secured.

Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets

Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet

120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150

(0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)

240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300

(0-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-60,9m) (60,9-91,4m)

Ampere Rating

More Not more American Wire Gauge
Than Than
0 - 6 18 16 16 14
6 -101816 14 12
10 -121616 14 12
12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended

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SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in

property damage.
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION. When using tools or equipment, basic safety precautions should always be

followed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools or
equipment could result in serious injury and property damage. There are certain applications for which tools and
equipment are designed. Black & Decker strongly recommends that this product NOT be modified and/or used for
any application other than for which it was designed. Read and understand all warnings and operating
instructions before using any tool or equipment.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Read all instructions before operating product. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may

result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

• AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS Don’t use inverter in damp or wet locations. Don’t use inverter in the rain.

• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a distance from work area.

• STORE IDLE INVERTERS INDOORS. When not in use, inverter should be stored indoors in dry, and high or

locked-up place – out of reach of children.

• DON’T FORCE APPLIANCE. It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rating for

which it was designed. Don’t overload inverter.

• USE SAFETY GLASSES AND OTHER SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side

shields, complying with applicable safety standards and, when needed, a face shield. Also use face or dust mask
if operation is dusty. This applies to all persons in the work area. Also use a hard hat, hearing protection, gloves,
safety shoes and dust collection systems when specified or required. Safety glasses or the like are available at
extra cost at your local dealer or Black & Decker Service Center.

• DON’T ABUSE CABLE. Never carry inverter by cable or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cable from

heat, oil, and sharp edges.

• DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

• DISCONNECT APPLIANCES. Disconnect the appliance from the inverter when not in use.

• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Turn inverter off when not in use.

• PROPER COOLING is essential when operating the inverter. Do not place the unit near the vehicle’s heat vent

or in direct sunlight. Do not restrict air flow around inverter.

• USE OF ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS. The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended for use

with this inverter could be hazardous. Note: Refer to the accessory section of this manual for further details.

• STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.

• CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Ensure all cables, insulation and connectors are in good operating condition.

• DO NOT OPERATE inverter and appliances near flammable liquids or in gaseous or explosive atmospheres.

Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.

• EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be

sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The accompanying table shows the correct
size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

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• Low-voltage shutdown (activates at 10.0 volts DC)

• High-input voltage shutdown (activates at above 15.5 volts DC)

MAXX SST™ uses a 12 volt DC power source like those found in motor vehicles, or it can be operated using
multiple battery configurations with commercial battery chargers or solar battery chargers. For most heavy-duty
applications, a multiple battery configuration and the use of deep-cycle batteries is required.

When using multiple batteries, inverters can be operated from one of the vehicle 12 volt batteries, so there’s
always one battery with adequate charge to start an engine.

MAXX SST™ includes a high-surge capability. This is required to start heavy loads, such as motors and other
inductive devices.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury or property damage: If the appliance does not work or stops

working, unexpectly, or even momentarily, turn off the appliance and disconnect from inverter until the cause is
identified and corrected.

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

The MAXX SST™ inverter converts 12 volt DC (direct current) from a vehicle battery or other 12 volt DC power
source to standard 120 volt AC (alternating current) household power.

The Power Inverter Output Waveform

The AC output waveform of the Power Inverter is known as “modified sine wave.” It is a waveform that has
characteristics similar to the sine wave shape of utility power. This type of waveform is suitable for most AC
loads, including linear and switching power supplies used in electronic equipment, transformers, and motors.

The modified sine wave produced by the Power Inverter has an RMS (root mean square) voltage of 120 volts,
which is the same as standard household power. Most AC voltmeters (both digital and analog) are sensitive to the
average value of the waveform rather than the RMS value. They are calibrated for RMS voltage under the
assumption that the waveform measured will be a pure sine wave. These meters will not read the RMS voltage of
a modified sine wave correctly. They will read about 20 to 30 volts low when measuring the output of the inverter.
For accurate measurement of the output voltage of this unit, use a true RMS reading voltmeter such as a Fluke
179, Fluke 79 III series, Beckman 4410 or Triplett 4200.

MODIFIED SINE WAVE AND SINE WAVE COMPARISON

Incompatible Products:
CAUTION: Certain products contain power supplies or circuits that are not compatible with an

inverter using a modified sine wave output (such as this inverter) and may be damaged by using this
inverter.
If your product requires pure sine wave AC input power to function properly, the instruction manual
for your product could state this. If in doubt, you should contact your product manufacturer PRIOR
TO USE.
Some products must be powered from a pure sine wave power source, such as standard household
power, or a "pure sine wave" inverter in order to function properly.

Your product could be damaged by this inverter if it contains:

1. Transformer type power supplies

2. Microprocessor controlled power supplies

3. Capacitive coupled power supplies

If an incompatible product is used with this inverter:

•

The product might not operate at all, with no indication of failure. The product fuse might have
opened as a result of trying to use it with the inverter.

•

The product exhibits unusual operation (such as, intermittent operation, buzzing, and the like.)

WARNING:

If the product does not operate normally, to reduce the risk of injury or property damage:

•

Turn the product off immediately and unplug it from the inverter.

SINE WAVE

MODIFIED
SINE WAVE

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CAUTION: TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THIS INVERTER OR EQUIPMENT YOU INTEND TO USE WITH THIS

INVERTER: For Temporary Installation, only use the Black & Decker/Vector Cable Set identified in the

“Installation” and “Specifications” sections of this Instruction Manual. Permanent Installation must be
performed by a professional as specified in the “Installation” section of this Instruction Manual.

• Read And Understand This Instruction Manual Before Using This Unit.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MAXX SST

TM

COMPACT POWER INVERTER MODEL VEC049DCB.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY:

Follow these instructions and those published by battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment
you intend to use with this unit. Review cautionary markings on these products and on engine.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the

VEC049DCB MAXX SSTTMCompact Power Inverter.

Please read this Instruction

Manual carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and to avoid damage to this product.
This Power Inverter is configured with the latest Soft Start Technology (SST) and supplies continuous power and

peak watts in the form of 120 volt AC outlets to run most household or electronic appliances. Before introduction
of SST, high start-up currents from large inductive loads could shut down an inverter. SST improves inverter
operation by:

• Gradual voltage ramp-up during inverter start-up, eliminating failed cold starts under load.

• Output that momentarily dips in voltage and quickly recovers to allow large motorized loads to start, eliminating
most shutdowns from momentary overloads.

• Soft Start technology dramatically increases reliability and life of the product.

Added safety features include automatic shutdown and a low battery alarm to prevent damage to your battery.

FEATURES

On the front panel are two LED indicators. The green LED indicates power and proper operation of the inverter;
the red LED indicates inverter shutdown from over-load or over-temperature condition, or abnormal input
voltages. The ON/OFF Switch turns the inverter ON and OFF. The switch can also be used to force reset of inverter
circuits by switching it OFF, then back ON again. This unit also features a port to attach a remote control (sold
separately).

120 volt AC power is supplied through two North American three-prong type outlets. The outlets can
accommodate either two- or three-pin AC plugs.

Controls and Functions

Maxx SST™ Automatic Features

Built-in Automatic Features include:

• Overload and over-temperature shutdown activated if AC output exceeds rated watts

• AC short-circuit shutdown

• Low voltage audible alarm (sounds at 10.5 volts input)

PORT FOR
REMOTE CONTROL

(SOLD SEPARATELY)

GREEN POWER LED
INDICATOR

FRONT VIEW DIAGRAM BACK VIEW DIAGRAM

WATTAGE POWER
METER

ON/OFF
POWER
SWITCH

(2) 120 VOLT AC
OUTLETS

RED FAULT

LED INDICATOR

HIGH-SPEED
COOLING FAN

NEGATIVE (–)
TERMINAL

GROUNDING
TERMINAL

POSITIVE (+)
TERMINAL

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