Schumacher PI-140 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
Power Inverter PI-140
Converts DC Battery Power to
AC Household Power
CAUTION:
Read all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions, and follow them with each use of this product.
Send Warranty Product Repairs to:
Customer Service Returns P.O. Box 280, 1025 E. Thompson Hoopeston, IL 60942-0280 Questions? Call Customer Service: 1-800-621-5485
00-99-000666/0606
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Before using your PI-140, read and understand this Owner’s Manual.
• Keep the inverter well ventilated in order to properly dis­perse heat generated while it is in use. Make sure there are several inches of clearance around the top and sides and do not block the slots of the inverter.
• Make sure the inverter is not close to any potential source
of inammable fumes, gases or clothing.
• Keep the inverter dry.
• DO NOT allow it to come into contact with rain or moisture.
• DO NOT operate the inverter if you, the inverter, the device being operated or any other surfaces that may come in contact with any power source are wet. Water and many other liquids can conduct electricity, which may lead to serious injury.
• Do not place the inverter on or near heating vents, radia­tors or other sources of heat.
• Do not place the inverter in direct sunlight. The ideal air temperature for operation is between 50° and 80°F.
• Do not use near open engine compartment.
• Only connect the power inverter to a 12-volt battery acces­sory outlet. Make sure the AC plug connection is tight.
• Do not modify the AC receptacle in any way.
• Use only 15-amp fuses.
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BEFORE USING PI-140 POWER INVERTER
It is important to know the continuous wattage of the device you plan to use with the inverter. The PI-140 must be used with devices drawing 140 watts or less. If the wattage is not marked on the device, an estimate can be made by multiply­ing the AC input current (Amps) by the AC voltage (110V).
Devices like TVs, fans or electric motors require additional power to start (commonly known as the “starting or peak power”). The PI-140 can supply a momentary surge in watt­age; however even devices rated less than the maximum 140 watts can exceed the inverters surge capability and cause an automatic overload shutdown.
Make sure the device you are using is compatible with a
modied sine wave inverter.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Push the PI-140 rmly into the 12V accessory outlet. The
LED indicator light should glow GREEN verifying the inverter is receiving power. (If connecting in a vehicle, remove the cigarette lighter from its outlet.)
2. Make sure that the device to be operated is turned
OFF.
3. Plug the device into the PI-140 AC outlet.
4. Turn the device on. If the LED Indicator briey blinks
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