Cobra Electronics CPI 800 User Manual

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Our Thanks To You
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Cobra®CPI 800 inverter. Properly used, this Cobra®product will give you many years of reliable service.
How Your Cobra®Power Inverter Works
The Cobra®Power Inverter is an electronic product that has been designed and built to take low voltage DC (Direct Current) power from your automobile or other low voltage power supplies and CONVERT it to standard 115 Volt AC (Alternating Current) power like the current you have in your home. This conversion process thereby allows you to use many of your household appliances and electronic products in automobiles, RVs, boats, tractors, trucks and virtually anywhere else.
Customer Assistance
Should you encounter any problems with this product, or not understand its many features, please refer to this owner’s manual. If you require further assistance after reading this manual, Cobra®Electronics offers the following customer assistance services:
For Assistance In the U.S.A.
Automated Help Desk English only. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone).
Customer Assistance Operators English and Spanish. 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).
Questions English and Spanish. Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).
Technical Assistance English only. www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions). English and Spanish. productinfo@cobra.com (e-mail).
For Assistance Outside the U.S.A.
Contact Your Local Dealer
©2003 Cobra®Electronics Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA
www.cobra.com
Operating Instructions
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800 WATT POWER INVERTER
CPI 800
Printed in China
Part No. 480-058-P
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Controls/Indicators and Product Features
Introduction Introduction
On/Off
Power Switch
AC Outlets
Negative Battery
Cable Terminal
(Black)
Positive Battery
Cable Terminal
(Red)
Features
Two AC Receptacles
Automatic Thermal
Protection/Shutdown
Reverse Polarity Protection
Low Battery Alarm
Low Battery Shutdown
Table of Contents
Introduction
Our Thanks to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1
Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A2
Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A2
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Quick Evaluation Before Installation . . . . . . .3
Installation
Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Power Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operation
Turning Your Inverter On or Off . . . . . . . . 11
Power and Protection Indicators . . . . . . . 12
Operating Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Warranty
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Customer Assistance
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Accessories and Order Form . . . . . . . . . . 18
Protection &
Power Indicators
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Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information
Before installing and using your Cobra®Power Inverter, please read these general precautions and warnings.
Caution and Warning Statements
To make the most of this inverter, it must be installed and used properly. Please read the installation and operating instructions carefully before installing and using it. Special attention must be paid to the CAUTION and WARNING statements in the manual.
CAUTION Statements specify conditions which could cause damage to the unit or other equipment.
WARNING Statements identify conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of life.
General Precautions
1. Never install the inverter in a boat’s engine compartment where gas and battery fumes are present.
2. Do not operate the inverter if it has been dropped or damaged in any way.
3. Do not open the inverter; it contains no user­serviceable parts. Attempting to service unit could cause electrical shock.
NOTE Internal components remain charged after all power is disconnected.
4. Do not expose the inverter to rain, snow, bilge water or spray.
5. Do not obstruct the ventilation openings.
6. Do not install the inverter in zero-clearance compartment.
CAUTION This inverter should be used in negative ground applications only.
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Important Safety Information
Introduction
WARNING Power inverters contain components that tend to produce arcs or sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not install the inverter in areas or compartments containing batteries or flammable materials or in locations that require ignition­protected equipment.
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover or obstruct the ventilation openings. Do not install inverter in zero-clearance compartment.
Warning: Wash Hands After Handling Power Cord
The power cord on this product contains lead, a chemical known in the state of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Caution: Rechargeable Appliances
Certain chargers for small nickel cadmium batteries can be damaged if connected tothe Cobra®800W inverter.Two (2) particular types of equipment are prone to this problem:
1. Small battery-operated appliances such as flashlights, razors, and night lights that can be plugged directly into an AC receptacle to recharge.
2. Certain battery chargers for battery packs used in hand power tools. These chargers have a WARNING label stating that dangerous voltages are present at the battery terminals.
This problem does not occur with the vast majority of battery operated equipment. Most use a separate charger or transformer that is plugged into the AC receptacle and produces a low voltage output. If the label on the AC adapter or charger states that it produces a low voltage AC or DC output (less than 30 volts), the inverter will have no problem powering the adapter safely.
Cobra®800W Output Waveform
Some very sensitive electronic equipment may not operate satisfactory on “square wave” or “modified sine wave.” The output waveform is referred to as “square wave” or “modified sine wave.” It is a stepped waveform designed to have characteristics similar to the sine wave shape of utility power. A waveform of this nature is suitable for most AC loads (including linear and switching power suppliers used in electronic equipment, transformers and motors).
Quick Evaluation Before Installation
This section provides you with basic information about the inverter and how to check its performance before installation.
Be Sure to Have on Hand:
A 12 volt DC power source (such as a vehicle battery).
The power source must provide between 11 and 15 volts DC and be able to supply enough current to run the test load. As a rough guide, divide the wattage of the test load by 10 to get the current (in amperes) the power source must deliver.
The provided 2 ft. direct-to-battery 12 gauge cable.
Only use the cable provided with your inverter.
A test load that can be plugged into the AC receptacle on
the inverter for short term testing at a low power level.
Quick Evaluation Before Installation
Introduction
Plug In Directly
Dangerous Voltages
Power Supply
Cable
Test Load
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