The Go Power!
AC power and can be used in a wide range of applications including remote
homes, RVs, sailboats, powerboats, laptops, cell phone chargers, and even
gaming equipment. The inverters operate most televisions, VCRs, personal
computers, small appliances, and cab charge cordless tools such as drills,
sanders and grinders, mixers, and blenders.
An inverter must have a greater power rating than the load to which it is providing
power. To get the most out of the inverter, ensure it is installed and used
correctly. Please read the instructions in this manual before installing and using
the inverters.
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SW150 and SW300 Sine Wave Inverters convert DC power to
Continuous Output Power 300 W
Surge Rating 450 W
Output Waveform Pure Sine Wave <3% THD
Output Voltage
Input Voltage 10.5 – 15 VDC 21.0-30.0
Efficiency 80-90%
No Load Current Draw / Powersave 0.26 A 0.23 A
Protection
Low Battery Alarm
Low Battery Shut-Down
Operating Temperature Range
Storage Temperature Range -30ºC - 70ºC / -22ºF - 158ºF
Cooling Thermostatically Controlled Fan
AC Receptacle Dual GFCI
Remote Port Option Yes
Dimensions (L x W x H) in mm 237 x 155 x 72
Dimensions (L x W x H) in inches 9.3 x 6.1 x 2.8
Weight 2.7 kg / 5.9 lbs
Warranty 2 Year
± 5%
115 VAC RMS
± 2%
10.5 V
± 2%
10.5 V 21.0 V
GPSW-300 (12V)
Overload, Short Circuit, Reverse Polarity (Fuse),
Over/Under Input Voltage, Over Temperature
0 - 40ºC / 32ºF - 104ºF
GPSW-300 (24V)
21.0 V
Inverter Install Kits Anderson Lug Terminals
UPC 8-39085-00004-5 8-39085-00060-1
Operation of the inverter without a proper ground
connection may result in an electrical safety hazard.
a.
b.
c.
Ventilation port:
Do not obstruct, allow at least 1 inch (2.54 cm) for air flow.
Connect the chassis ground to the vehicle chassis using a #8 AWG
wire.
DC Input:
Included: 3 foot (0.91 m) cable with automobile DC plug.
Use the DC input terminal to connect to a battery or other power
source: black is negative (–), red is positive (+). A reverse polarity
connection will blow the internal fuse and may permanently damage the
inverter. Observe the DC Input rating.
Operation of the inverter without a proper ground
connection may result in an electrical safety hazard.
a.
b.
c.
Ventilation port:
Do not obstruct, allow at least 1 inch (2.54 cm) for air flow.
Connect the chassis ground to the vehicle chassis using a #8 AWG
wire.
DC Input:
Included: 4 foot (1.22 m) cable with Anderson Power Pole connectors.
Use the battery terminals to connect to battery or other power source:
black is negative
(–), red is positive (+). A reverse polarity connection will blow the
internal fuse and may permanently damage the inverter. Observe the
DC Input rating.
The inverter should be installed in a location that meets the following
requirements:
Do not connect the inverter and another AC source (generator
or utility power) to the AC wiring or AC loads at the same
time. Doing so will destroy the inverter and void the warranty,
regardless whether the inverter is switched on or off. If you
are using more than one AC source for the AC wiring or AC
loads, it is highly recommended that you install an automatic
transfer switch (GP-TS), available from Go Power!
a) Dry - Do not allow water to drip or splash on the inverter.
b) Cool - Ambient air temperature should be between 32 and 104 °F (0 and 40
°C); the cooler the better.
c) Ventilated - Allow at least 2 inches (5.08 cm) of clearance around the
inverter for air flow. Ensure the ventilation openings on the rear and bottom
of the unit are not obstructed.
d) Safe - Do not install the inverter in the same compartment as batteries or in
any compartment capable of igniting flammable liquids such as gasoline.
e) The inverter location should not exceed 10 feet (3.05 m) of the batteries.
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4.2 Installation and testing
The following procedure describes how to install and test the GPSW150 and
GPSW300 inverters.
1. Unpack and inspect your Go Power!
switch is in the OFF position.
2. Connect power:
GPSW150:
Attach the automobile DC plug to a DC socket; go to step 7.
Ensure there is circuit protection on the DC socket; see section 0 4.3
. If the DC plug is removed showing the negative and positive wires,
Cables
go to step 3.
GPSW300: Plug in the Anderson Power Pole connectors; go to step 3.
3. Securely connect the negative cable (black) to the negative terminal of the
Loose connections result in excessive voltage drop and
may cause overheated wires and melted insulatio n.
A reverse polarity connection will blow a fuse in the
inverter and may permanently damage the inverter.
Damage caused by reverse polarity connection is not
covered by the warranty.
4. Before proceeding further, carefully check to ensure that the cable connects
from the negative DC input of the inverter to the negative terminal of the
battery.
You may observe a spark when you make the positive
connection since current may flow to charge capacitors
in the inverter. Do not make this connection in the
presence of flammable fumes, as explosion or fire may
result.
5. Install the recommended inverter fuse in the positive lead; see section 4.3
Cables. The fuse should be located as close to the battery as possible.
Ensure all connections are tight and secure.
6. Securely connect the positive cable (red) to the positive terminal of the
battery.
7. Set the power switch to the ON position. Check the indicator LED on the
front panel of the inverter to ensure that it is green.
8. Set the inverter switch to the OFF position. The indicator light may blink
and the internal alarm may sound momentarily. This is normal. Plug the
test load into the AC receptacle on the front panel of the inverter.
9. Set the inverter switch to the ON position and turn on the test load; the
inverter should supply power to the load. If you plan to measure the output
voltage of the inverter, a true RMS meter must be used for accurate
readings.
Use the included 3 feet (0.91 m) of #14 AWG wire and automobile DC plug.
When used in conjunction with an automobile DC socket, ensure the DC socket
fuse in the automobile fuse box is rated to the inverter load.
For example:
100 W = 10 A fuse
150 W = 15 A fuse
If the DC automobile plug is removed and/or the inverter is not attached to a
battery via an automobile fuse box, attach a 20 A fuse in line with the positive
conductor as close to the battery as possible. Extending the included cables may
result in excessive voltage drop. Increase the overall cable gauge to the next
larger standard size for every 3 feet (0.91 m) extended and do not exceed 10 feet
(3.05 m) total inverter cable length.
For example: 10 feet (3.05 m) cable = 10 gauge wire
4.3.2 GPSW300 – 12 V / 24 V
Use the included 4 feet (1.22 m) of #10 AWG wire and Anderson Power Pole
connectors.
Attach a 40 A or 20 A when using 24 volt version fuse in line with the positive
conductor as close to the battery as possible. Extending the included cables may
result in excessive voltage drop. Increase overall cable gauge to the next larger
standard size for every 3 feet (0.91 m) extended and do not exceed 10 feet (3.05
m) total inverter cable length.
For example: 10 feet (3.05 m) cable = 6 gauge wire
4.4 Grounding
The inverter has a chassis ground lug on the rear panel allowing you to connect
the chassis of the inverter to ground. The ground terminals in the AC outlets on
the front panel of the inverter are internally connected to the chassis ground. If
available, the chassis ground lug should be connected to a grounding point,
which will vary depending on where the inverter is installed. In a vehicle, connect
the chassis ground to the chassis of the vehicle. In a boat, connect the chassis
ground lug to the boat's grounding system. In a fixed location, connect the
chassis ground lug to an earth ground.
The neutral (common) conductor of the inverter AC output circuit is connected
(bonded) to the chassis ground inside the inverter. Therefore, when the chassis
is connected to a ground, the neutral conductor is also grounded. These
grounding connections conform to national electrical code requirements which
state that separately derived AC sources (such as inverters and generators) have
their neutral tied (bonded) to ground in the same way that the neutral conductor
from the utility line is tied (bonded) to ground in the AC breaker panel of a
non-mobile dwelling.
Important:
As per the national electrical code, electrical panels in mobile applications must
not have a bonded neutral. If the inverter is supplying power to equipment or a
panel where the neutral and ground are connected (bonded), a ground loop will
occur. If a ground loop occurs on inverters with GFCI outlets, the GFCI outlet will
trip and output power from the inverter will be cut off. If your GFCI repeatedly
needs to be reset, this indicates a ground loop somewhere in your system. In this
case, please have a qualified service technician inspect your electrical system or
equipment.
The negative DC input of the inverter is connected to the
chassis. Do not install the inverter in a positive ground
DC system. A positive ground DC system has the
positive terminal of the battery connected to the chassis
of the vehicle or to the grounding point.
5.0 Operation
To operate the inverter, turn it on using the ON / OFF switch on the front panel.
The inverter is now ready to deliver AC power to your loads. If you are operating
several loads from the inverter, turn on the inverter, and then turn on each load
separately. This will ensure that the inverter does not have to deliver the
starting-currents for all the loads at once.
5.1 Operating On / Off Switch
The ON / OFF switch turns the control circuit in the inverter ON and OFF. It does
not disconnect power from the inverter.
When the switch is in the OFF position, the inverter draws no current from the
battery. When the switch is in the ON position, but with no load, the inverter
draws approximately 0.20 A from the battery.
5.2 Power Status
The power status LED indicates the operating state of the inverter. If the LED is
green, then the inverter is in operational mode and producing approximately 115
V AC. If the LED is red or flashing red, then the inverter is in fault mode and there
is no AC output.
Red LED solid Overload protection indicates that the inverter
Over voltage protection indicates that the
inverter has shut itself down because its input
voltage is over:
12 V: 15.0 ~ 16.0 V DC
24 V: 30.0 ~ 32.0 V DC
Under voltage protection indicates that the
inverter has shut itself down because its input
voltage is lower than:
12 V: 10.0 ~ 10.5 V DC
24 V: 20.0 ~ 21.0 V DC
Over temperature protection indicates that the
inverter has shut itself down because it has
become overheated.
The inverter may overheat if it has been
operated at power levels above its rating or if
it has been installed in a location which does
not allow it to properly dissipate heat. The
inverter automatically restarts once it has
cooled down.
has shut itself down because its output circuit
has been short circuited or drastically
overloaded.
Switch the ON / OFF switch to OFF, correct
the fault condition, and then switch the ON /
OFF switch back to ON.
5.3 Resetting Faults
Any of the inverter protection faults can be re-set by turning the inverter off for 5
seconds and then turning the inverter on again. The GPSW150 and GPSW300
inverters can also re-set any protection faults using the optional remote on/off
switch (2 wire switch supplied by customer) to turn the inverter off and then on
again.
5.4 Remote
A user supplied remote option is available for both the GPSW150 and GPSW300
inverters. When the ON / OFF switch is moved to the remote setting, the inverter
becomes operational only when a connection is made between the two terminals
of the remote input. A switch may be placed between the two terminals and the
inverter can then be turned off using the switch. A ⅛” (3.0 mm) precision
screwdriver is recommended for tightening the two terminals. It is recommended
that a #18 gauge wire no longer than 150 feet (45.72 m) (terminal to terminal) is
used for this application.
Never connect live AC or DC conductors to the remote
terminals.
6.0 Operating limits
6.1 Power output
Some induction motors used in refrigerators, freezers, pumps, and other motoroperated equipment require very high surge currents to start. The inverter may
not be able to start some of these motors even though their rated current draw is
within the power rating of inverter. Televisions and computer monitors may surge
up to four times their rated power on startup, which may result in the inverter
showing an overload fault.
6.2 Input voltage
The inverter operates at the following input voltage ranges:
12 V: 10.5 to 15.0 V
24 V: 21.0 to 30.0 V
The inverter shuts down if the input voltage drops below:
12 V: 10.5 V
24 V: 21.0 V
This protects your battery from being over discharged.
The inverter also shuts down if the input voltage exceeds:
12 V: 15.0 V
24 V: 30.0 V
This protects the inverter against excessive input voltage. Although the inverter
incorporates protection against over voltage, it may still be damaged if the input
voltage is allowed to exceed:
Operation of the inverter can interfere with television reception on some
channels. If this situation occurs, the following steps may help to alleviate the
problem.
Ensure that the chassis ground lug on the back of the inverter is
securely connected to the ground system of your vehicle, boat, or home.
Do not operate high power loads with the inverter while watching
television.
Make sure that the antenna feeding your television provides an
adequate ("snow free") signal and that you are using a good quality
cable between the antenna and the TV.
Move the television as far away from the inverter as possible.
Keep the cables between the battery and the inverter as short as
possible and twist them together with about 2 to 3 twists per foot. This
minimizes radiated interference from the cables.
7.2 Troubleshooting guide
Table 2: Common Problems
Problem and Symptoms
No output voltage, red
LED blinking fast
Possible
Cause
High input
voltage
Solution
Ensure that inverter is
connected to a 12 V / 24 V
battery. Check the regulation
of charging system.
No output voltage, red
LED blinking slowly
No output voltage, load in
excess of 150 W, red LED
blinking intermittently
No output voltage, load
less than 150 W, red LED
blinking intermittently
No output voltage, red
LED solid
Poor DC wiring,
poor battery
condition
Thermal
shutdown
Thermal
shutdown
Overload Reduce the load.
Use the proper cable and
make secure connections.
Use a new battery.
Allow the inverter to cool off.
Reduce the load if continuous
operation required.
Improve ventilation; ensure
that the inverter ventilation
openings are not obstructed.
Turn the inverter ON.
Check wiring to the inverter.
No output voltage,
previous solutions are not
working
No output voltage,
overload indicator ON
Car lighter fuse
open
Internal fuse
open
Reverse DC
polarity
Short circuit or
wiring error
Replace the fuse.
Have a qualified service
technician check and replace.
Have a qualified service
technician check and replace
fuse.
Observe correct polarity.
Check the AC wiring for a
short circuit or improper
polarity (hot and neutral
reversed).
8.0 Maintenance
Clean the exterior of the unit periodically with a damp cloth to prevent
accumulation of dust and dirt and check all connections between the battery and
inverter.
9.0 Disclaimer of Liability & Warranty
Go Power!TM provides the following limited 2 year warranty (“Warranty”) coverage
as applicable to the purchaser (“Purchaser”) of the Go Power!
(“Product”) directly from Go Power!TM The following constitutes the terms and
conditions of that limited warranty.
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Subject to the exclusions and claim procedure set out below, Go Power!TM
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the original end-user customer (“Sale Date”), that the Go Power!TM Product
provides coverage as follows:
For the period ending 2 years from the Sale Date, Go Power!
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Product Specifications due to a defect in materials or workmanship or apply
credit towards the purchase of new Go Power!TM Product.
To exercise this right, the Purchaser shall ship, at its own expense, and return
the Product to Go Power! according to the return instructions detailed below, and
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continue to apply and remain in effect for the balance of the warranty period
calculated from the Sale Date (and not the repair or replacement date).
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then the warranty in effect and applicable to the new Product shall apply to the
new Product.
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conditions beyond the maximum or minimum listed in the Go Power!
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accordance with any published or provided user, storage or
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