Schumacher Power Inverter PI-1000 - Manual (Page 8)

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USING THE GFCI OUTLET (MODEL PI-1500 ONLY) 6.
The PI-1500 inverter includes two GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlets located
on the right side of the inverter. The purpose of a GFCI outlet is to quickly stop the flow of
electricity in the event a ground fault occurs on the device plugged into the inverter’s GFCI
outlet. Use only a 3-prong grounded plug when using the GFCI outlets.
The GFCI outlets provide auxiliary power to 120V AC devices that require less than 15 amps;
and auxiliary power to 120V AC devices that require less than 15 amp. If using both GFCI
outlets at the same time, the amperage cannot exceed a total of 15 amps for both devices
combined.
The GFCI must be tested before each use. To test:
Connect the inverter (see CONNECTING INVERTER CABLES section). 1.
Turn the inverter on. 2.
Push the “Reset” button located on the GFCI receptacle first to assure normal GFCI 3.
operation.
Plug a night light (with an ON/OFF switch) or other device (such as a lamp) into the
4.
GFCI receptacle, and turn the device ON.
Push the “Test” button located on the GFCI receptacle. The night light (or other device)
5.
should turn OFF.
Push the “Reset” button and the light (or other device) should turn ON again.
6.
NOTE: If the light (or other device) remains ON when the “Test” button is pushed, the GFCI is
not working properly and should not be used. Call Customer Service (1-800-621-5485).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7.
Connect the inverter (see CONNECTING INVERTER CABLES section). 1.
Switch the inverter On/Off switch to the ON (I) position. 2.
The GREEN LED indicator light will light verifying the inverter is receiving power. 3.
Switch the inverter On/Off switch to the OFF (O) position. (The GREEN LED power 4.
indicator light may flash briefly and/or the internal speaker may make a brief “beep”.
This is normal.)
Make sure the device to be operated is turned OFF.
5.
Plug the device into the inverter AC outlet. 6.
Switch the inverter On/Off switch to the ON (I) position. 7.
Turn the device on. 8.
To disconnect, reverse the above procedure. 9.
NOTE: If more than one device is to be powered, start one device at a time to avoid a power
surge and overloading the inverter. The surge load of each device should not exceed the
inverter’s Continuous Operation wattage rate.
If you are using the power inverter to operate a battery charger, monitor the
temperature of the battery charger for about 10 minutes. If the battery charger becomes
abnormally warm, disconnect it from the inverter immediately.
NOTE: You can use an extension cord from the inverter to the device without significantly
decreasing the power being generated by the inverter. Use an 18 gauge (AWG) (0.75mm 2 )
extension cord. For best operating results, the extension cord should be no longer than 50
feet (15.2m).
Using the Inverter to Operate a TV or Audio Device:
The inverter is shielded and filtered to minimize signal interference. Despite this, some
interference may occur with your television picture, especially with weak signals. Below are
some suggestions to try and improve reception.
Make sure the television antenna produces a clear signal under normal operating 1.
conditions (i.e. at home plugged into a standard 120 volt AC wall outlet). Also, ensure
that the antenna cable is adequately shielded and of good quality.