
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS & CAUTIONS. USE
THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR
PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
POWER INVERTER 1000W 12V DC - 230V 50HZ
MODEL NO: PI1000.V4
Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used according to these
instructions, and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
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1. SAFETY
▲ DANGER! - Beware, lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases during normal battery operation.
9 Wash immediately with soap and water if battery acid contacts skin or clothing. If acid enters eye, flush immediately with cool
clean running water for at least 15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.
8 DO NOT smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine.
9 If the battery terminals are corroded or dirty, clean them before attaching the clips.
WARNING! To prevent the risk of sparking, short circuit and possible explosion DO NOT drop metal tools in the battery area,
or allow them to touch the battery terminals.
9 Before attaching to battery, remove personal metallic items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches. A lead acid
battery can produce a short-circuit current which is high enough to weld such items to the vehicle and cause severe burns.
9 Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the working area.
WARNING! DO NOT use on any vehicles other than those with 12Volt DC systems.
WARNING! For delicate items such as laptops, an anti-surge device is recommended.
8 DO NOT install in compartment containing batteries or flammable liquids.
8 DO NOT connect to any AC power source.
8 DO NOT get inverter wet or use in damp or wet locations or areas where there is condensation.
8 DO NOT use the inverter for any purpose other than for which it is designed.
8 DO NOT pull the cables or clips from the battery terminals.
8 DO NOT operate the inverter if damaged.
8 DO NOT connect to a positive earthed system. Ensure you have the polarity correct before connecting, red clip to positive (+)
battery terminal and black clip to negative (-) battery terminal.
8 DO NOT obstruct ventilation or cover
9 Before connecting ensure nothing is plugged into the inverter, and the inverter is switched OFF.
WARNING! Inverters become hot during use.
9 When not in use store inverter in a safe, dry, childproof location.
Modernvehiclescontainextensiveelectronicsystems.YouarerequiredtocheckwiththevehicleManufacturer,foranyspecic
instructions regarding the use of this type of equipment on each vehicle.
2. INTRODUCTION
Supplies continuous smooth 230V power from 12V DC power supply found in cars, caravans, boats and commercials. Suitable for powering
small TVs, laptops, power tools and various other electrical equipment within the wattage rating of the inverter. Features USB port (5V/2.1A) for
use on various domestic electronic equipment such as digital cameras and mobile phones. Aluminium case provides durability and maximum
heat dissipation. Safety features include automatic overload shut-down, short circuit protection, low voltage alarm, low voltage shutdown and
overheat shutdown. Supplied with battery leads.
3. SPECIFICATION
Model No. .............................................................. PI1000.V4
Input Voltage ..............................................................12V DC
Output Voltage .........................................................230V AC
Continuous Output ......................................................1000W
Maximum Output .........................................................2000W
Output Frequency ..........................................................50Hz
Dimensions (WxDxH) ....................................240x160x65mm
Supply Connections ......................................... Battery Leads
USB Output ................................................................5V 2.1A
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4. SETUP & OPERATION
4.1. Power Source Requirements.
4.1.1. The inverter must be connected to a 12V DC negative earth system. DO NOT use with a positive earth system.
4.1.2. The power source must be capable of providing between 11.0V and 15.0V and able to supply the necessary current
to operate the load.
4.2. Connecting Battery Leads to Inverter.
4.2.1. To attach the Battery Leads loosen the terminal screws. (Fig.1).
4.2.2. Place the Red lead into the end of the terminal tighten the terminal screw.
4.2.3. Place the Black lead into the end of the terminal tighten the terminal screw.
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4.3. Earth Connection.
4.3.1. The chassis earth
chassis earth lug to the vehicles chassis. In a boat connect to the earthing system of the vessel. In a fixed location connect
to the ground.
4.4. Connecting to Battery Terminals.
4.4.1. Ensure battery terminals are clean, if necessary clean away any corrosion.
4.4.2. Check to make sure the inverter is turned OFF and no flammable fumes are present.
4.4.3. Undo the securing bolt for the red (+) battery terminal and secure the red battery lead to the red (+) terminal post on the battery.
4.4.4. Undo the securing bolt for the black (-) battery terminal and secure the black battery lead to the black (-) terminal post on the battery.
4.4.5. Check all connections are secure.
4.5. Connection to Load.
4.5.1. NOTE! Most electrical appliances, tools etc, have a rating plate indicating the power consumption in Amps or Watts. Use these ratings
to ensure you remain under the inverters maximum capacity. If the rating is shown in amps, multiply the value by the voltage (230V) to
determine the wattage.
4.5.2. Ensure that the inverter is switched OFF. Plug the equipment you wish to use into one of the inverter’s two 3 pin sockets or into the
USB port as required.
4.5.3. Make sure the load does not exceed the wattage rating of the inverter.
4.5.4. Switch the inverter on, check that everything is working and the green LED is lit.
WARNING! DO NOT. connect the inverter to any AC distribution wiring or any AC load circuit in which the neutral conductor
is connected to ground (earth) or to the negative of the DC (battery) source.
4.5.5. NOTE! Some rechargeable devices do not operate well with a moderated sine wave inverter. They only operate from a standard
household outlet which provides a pure sine wave. It is recommended that these devices be operated from a standard household
outlet only. This problem does not occur with most battery operated equipment. Most of these devices use a separate charger or
transformer that is plugged into a separate AC socket.
4.6. Placement of Inverter.
4.6.1. For best and safest operation the inverter should be placed on a flat and stable surface.
4.6.2. Use only in a dry location, do not allow inverter to get wet.
4.6.3. Use in cool ambient temperature of between 5°C and 35°C. Do not place on or near a heating vent.
4.6.4. Allow sufficient space around the inverter for cooling. If the inverter overheats it will shut down and will not restart until it has cooled
down.
8 DO NOT use near flammable materials or anywhere that flammable gasses could accumulate.
4.6.5. The inverter may become uncomfortably hot during extended periods of full power use.
WARNING! DO NOT place on or near materials that may be affected by heat.
4.7. Wattage Loading.
4.7.1. Inductive loads, such as TV’s and stereos, require more current to operate than do resistive loads of the same wattage rating.
Induction motors, as well as some televisions, may require 2 to 6 times their wattage rating to start up. The most demanding in
thiscategoryarethosethatstartunderload,suchascompressorsandpumps.Testingistheonlydenitivewaytodetermine
whetheraspecicloadcanbestartedandhowlongitcanrun.Theunitwillsimplyshutdownifitisoverloaded.do not try again
if any appliance can not be started, otherwise electrical components will be easily damaged. To restart the unit after a shut down due
to overloading, remove the overload.
NOTE! The inverter will not operate high wattage appliances, such as hair dryers, microwave ovens and toasters.
lug (See Fig.1) must be connected to an earthing point. In a vehicle connect the
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