Cobra EXEC-TRAV User Manual

Cobra Electronics Corporation

6500 W. Cortland Street

Chicago, IL 60707

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR

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Big Power In Small Packages.

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MODELS EXECUTIVE AND TRAVELER

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Table of Contents

Introduction ............................................................................................... 2

Safety........................................................................................................ 3, 4

Applications ............................................................................................... 5

Installation .................................................................................................. 6

Trouble Shooting Tips ....................................................................... 7, 8, 9

Specifications ............................................................................................. 9

If You Think You Need Service ............................................................. 10

Limited One Year Warranty.................................................................... 11

Thank you for your purchase of a Cobra

power inverter. The series provides big power in small packages. High efficiency designs make each model ideal for all mobile environments where space is at a premium.

Inverter is the proper term for any device that turns DC (direct current) into AC (alternating current). The inverter takes 12 volts DC from your battery and converts it to 115 volts AC to run appliances. Just like utility power, the frequency is held constant at 60 Hertz, and the output voltage is regulated between 110 and 120 volts true RMS, despite changes in load and battery voltage.

The energy delivered by the inverter comes from the battery which powers it. And that energy was put into your battery by your battery charger, which might be a vehicle alternator or an electronic power supply.

The most appropriate use of an inverter system is for light, long-term loads, such as TVs, VCRs and small computers.

There really arenÕt a lot of doÕs and donÕts to remember. Your

inverter is designed to protect itself and your battery.

NOTE: While the inverter does not mistreat your appliances, it cannot protect them. A light bulb can burn out, or an appliance can fail, just as it might when plugged into utility power.

Please take a few moments to read this owners manual. It contains important safety information as well as practical application tips.

INTRODUCTION

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9. When using the inverter BE SURE THAT THE CORDS WILL

NOT GET IN THE WAY WHILE DRIVING. Make sure that the areas needed for shifting, steering, braking, etc. are not blocked or obstructed. REMEMBER, THINGS MAY SHIFT AROUND AS YOU TURN, SPEED-UP, OR SLOW DOWN.

10. KNOW THE ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE

DEVICE YOU OPERATE. If you are unsure about the requirements, call the manufacturer of the device you are trying to operate. Do not use the inverter to operate any device that requires more than 140 Watts of continuous power (TRAVELER) or 80 Watts (EXECUTIVE).

11. REVERSE POLARITY will blow the inverterÕs 14 AMP

FUSE. Use a 15 Amp fuse or smaller if needed for replacement (EXECUTIVE).

12. DISCONNECT THE INVERTER WHILE CHARGING YOUR

BATTERY WITH A BATTERY CHARGER OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT.

13. DO NOT CONNECT THIS INVERTER TO ANY AC POWER

SOURCE, DAMAGE WILL RESULT.

SAFETY (continued)

A few common-sense precautions should be observed:

1. The inverter delivers 115 volts AC. This is the

same kind of electricity as in the wall sockets of most homes and offices. 115 volts AC is potentially lethal and must be treated with respect.

2. The inverter is intended to deliver stand-alone

AC power. Its output cannot be safely connected to utility power, another inverter, a generator, or any other power source. Where other power sources are available in the same system, isolating relays should be used to prevent connection of the inverterÕs output to those other sources of AC.

3. In case of malfunction, immediately turn the power switch

OFF (TRAVELER) and disconnect the inverter from the battery.

4. DO NOT STICK ANYTHING INSIDE THE CASE. The high

voltage inside can cause severe injury, even death.

5. KEEP THIS UNIT AWAY FROM CONTACT WITH WATER

OR OTHER LIQUIDS.

6. DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT, or any electrical device, when

you, the device or any surfaces that might touch a power source are WET. Many fluids can conduct electricity, causing severe injury, even death.

7. Under certain operating conditions THIS UNIT AND/OR THE

PLUG TIP WILL BECOME VERY HOT TO THE TOUCH. Temperatures can exceed 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Do not put in contact with heat sensitive items or skin.

8. DO NOT OPEN THE CASE. This will void your warranty.

SAFETY

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