Schumacher PID-200 User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
Power Inverter PID-200
Converts DC Battery Power to
AC Household Power
Includes 12 Volt Accessory Plug with 36" Cable
and USB Port
CAUTION:
Read all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions, and
follow them with each use of this product.
Schumacher Electric Corporation
Mount Prospect, IL 60056 U.S.A.
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
00-99-000722/1006
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Save These Instructions
Before using your PID-200, 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 ammable fumes, gases or clothing.
• Keep the inverter dry.
• DO NOT allow the inverter 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 the inverter near an open engine compartment.
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• 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 25-amp fuses.
• This device does not include an internal Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter (GFCI). For GFCI protection, use a
Coleman Cable 02822 GFCI outlet.
WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, may expose
you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
BEFORE USING PID-200 POWER INVERTER
It is important to know the continuous wattage of the
device you plan to use with the inverter. The PID-200
must be used with devices drawing 200 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 PID-200 can supply a momentary surge
in wattage; however even devices rated less than the
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maximum 200 watts can exceed the inverters surge capability and cause an automatic overload shutdown.
Make sure the device you are using is compatible with a
modied sine wave inverter.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
How to use the 12 Volt Accessory Plug:
1. Place inverter on at surface. Make sure the AC outlet,
the ON/OFF switch and USB port are easily accessible.
The 12 Volt accessory cable and plug should face toward
the 12 Volt accessory outlet.
IMPORTANT: Keep inverter well-ventilated and away
from liquids and moisture at all times.
2. Make sure the ON ( I ) and OFF ( 0 ) rocker switch is in
the OFF ( 0 ) position.
3. If necessary, remove the cigarette lighter from its outlet.
Push the 12 Volt power plug rmly into the 12 Volt
accessory outlet. The LED indicator light should glow
GREEN verifying the inverter is receiving power.
4. Make sure the device to be operated is OFF. Plug the
power cord of the device into the inverter’s AC outlet.
5. Turn the inverter rocker switch to the ON ( I ) position.
Turn the device ON.
6. To disconnect, reverse the above steps.
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How to use the USB Port:
1. Follow steps 1 through 3 in How to use 12 Volt Accessory
Plug.
2. Make sure the device to be operated is OFF. Plug the
power cord of the device rmly into the inverter’s USB
port.
3. Turn the inverter rocker switch to the ON ( I ) position.
Turn the device ON.
4. To disconnect, reverse the above steps.
POWER SOURCE
Your average automobile or marine battery at full charge
will provide an ample power supply to the inverter for
approximately 3 hours when the engine is off. The actual
length of time the inverter will function depends on the age
and condition of the battery and the power demand being
placed by the device being operated with the inverter.
Turn OFF the device plugged into the inverter and the
inverter before starting the engine. To maintain battery
power, run the engine every 2 to 3 hours for approximately
10 minutes to recharge the battery. While the PID-200
draws very low amperage when not in use, it should be
unplugged to avoid battery drain.
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USAGE EXAMPLES
Device Type Estimated Wattage
Cell Phones, MP 3 players,
10 watts
Camcorders
Portable Work Light 25 watts
12" B&W TV 30 watts
CD/DVD Player 35 watts
VCR 40–60 watts
Clock Radio 50 watts
Laptop 75 watts
Stereo System 30–100 watts
Game Console (Xbox) 100 watts
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DIGITAL DISPLAY
LED Lights – indicate status of the Digital Display.
The Digital Display identies the current status of the PID-200.
INPUT VOLTAGE: Voltage of vehicle’s battery.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE: Voltage supplied to device through AC
receptacle.
POWER OUT: Power or wattage supplied to device plugged
into the inverter.
An audio alarm will sound when the following occurs:
To stop the alarm, press the switch to OFF.
Inverter is not functional. See warranty and call Customer
Service 800- 621-5485 (Hours: 7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CST).
Vehicle’s battery voltage is more than 15.5 Volts.
The continuous load demand from the device exceeds
200 watts. Use a device drawing less than 200 continu-
ous watts.
Inverter is overheated and automatically turns off for
a period of 1–3 minutes to cool. Make sure inverter is
well ventilated.
Vehicle’s battery voltage is less than 10.5 Volts.
Short circuit, power surge or overload in the device.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM: Alarm is On
Reason/Solution
1. Device has a short circuit or demands too much surge
power.
Cycle inverter power OFF and ON.
If problem persists, use a larger inverter or a smaller
device.
Remove defective device.
See warranty and call Customer Service 800-621-5485
(Hours: 7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CST).
2. Inverter shuts down.
12 Volt battery too low.
Recharge/replace low battery.
3. Display shows Input Voltage between 10.7 and 11.3
Volts.
12 Volt battery is low.
Recharge/replace low battery.
4. 12 Volt voltage is too high.
If in a vehicle, repair/replace the alternator or charging
system.
Use a properly sized and rated 12 Volt battery.
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