Black & Decker VEC054D User Manual

MAXX SST

COMPA

CT POWER INVERTER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Catalog Number VEC054D

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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL APPLIANCES

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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 appliances in damp or wet locations. Don’t use appliances in the rain.

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

• STORE IDLE APPLIANCES INDOORS. When not in use, appliances 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 rate for which it was designed.

• USE RIGHT APPLIANCE. Do not use the appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.

• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and substantial, non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

• 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 CORD. Never carry appliance by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

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

• DISCONNECT APPLIANCES. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when not in use, before servicing, and when changing accessories such as blades and the like.

• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don’t carry plugged-in appliance with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

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

• ELECTRICAL FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTOR protection should be provided on the circuits or outlets to be used. Receptacles are available having built in electrical fault circuit interruptor protection and may be used for this measure of safety.

• USE OF ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS. The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended for use with this appliance 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. Do not operate tool when you are tired.

• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced by authorized service center. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.

• DO NOT OPERATE portable electric tools near flammable liquids or in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.

• OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.

Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet

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

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

Ampere Rating

More Not more American Wire Gage Than Than 0 - 6 18 16 16 14 6 - 10 18 16 14 12 10 - 12 16 16 14 12 12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended

Minimum Gage for Cord Sets

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

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

• 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 gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.

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

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.

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, center connection positive (+).

• When using this unit in a vehicle, check the vehicle owner’s manual for maximum power rating and recommended output. Do not 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 will not operate high wattage appliances or equipment that produce heat, such as hair dryers, microwave ovens and toasters.

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

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

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

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

• 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. Marine installations are also subjected to vibration and stresses that exceed those of other mobile installations. 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.

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

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THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MAXX SST COMPACT POWER INVERTER MODEL VEC054D.

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 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.

• A new technology that cools the power transistors more efficiently, and, combined with Soft Start, 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.

VEC054D MAXX SSTTMCompact Power Inverter.

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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. All models also feature a port to attach a remote control (sold separately).

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

Controls and Functions

Front View Diagram Back View Diagram

RED FAULT LED INDICATOR

PORT FOR REMOTE CONTROL (SOLD SEPARATELY)

ON/OFF POWER SWITCH

HIGH-SPEED

COOLING FANS NEGATIVE (–) TERMINAL

POSITIVE (+) TERMINAL

WATTAGE POWER METER

GREEN POWER LED INDICATOR

(4) 120 VOLT AC OUTLETS

Maxx SST™ Safety Features

Built-in Automatic Safety Features include:

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

12 VOLT DC

INPUT FROM

BATTERY

AWG

WIRE

AWG WIRE

AWG

WIRE

+ –

ANL

FUSE

(external)

TERMINAL

BLOCK

DC TO DC

CONVERTER

INTERNAL WARNINGS &

PROTECTION CIRCUITS

VOLT, AMP METERS*

OVER TEMP &

VOLT INDICATORS

ON/OFF

SWITCH

145 VDC

MOSFET

BIPOLAR

SWITCH

BANKS

NEUTRAL HOT

(2, 3 OR 4)

OUTLETS

GROUND

SENSE

FAULT

• AC short-circuit shutdown

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

• 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.

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.

It converts power in two stages (see the diagram below). In the first stage, the inverter raises the 12 volt DC input to 145 volts DC. This MAXX SST™ inverter uses high-frequency conversion techniques that replace bulky and heavy transformers found in older inverters. In the second (output) stage, the inverter converts the 145 volt DC to 110/120 volt AC using multiple banks of metal-oxide semiconductor field-effect transistors (MOSFETs). The unit’s solid-state circuitry ensures excellent overload protection and the ability to operate reactive loads such as those found in inductive motors. In this stage, the inverter functions as a high-power bipolar switch, alternately applying opposite polarity to the AC outlet HOT and NEUTRAL terminals.

See the “Specifications” section for wire gauges and fuse amperages.

Notes: Simplified diagram.

Cables, fuse and battery are not included and must be supplied by user.

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 115 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

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