Whistler PP150AC - Manual (Page 7)

Important Information on Battery Chargers
Using your inverter to re c h a rge units designed to charge such
p o rtable equipment as power tools, flashlights, video cameras
and laptop computers may cause damage to the inverter
or the charging unit.
Although we advise against it, if you attempt to re c h a rge a
c h a rging unit, monitor the temperature of the charging unit
for approximately 10 minutes. If the charging unit becomes
unusually warm, disconnect it from the inverter immediately.
Don’t Blow A Fuse.
The WHISTLER 150 is equipped with a 20 amp spade type
fuse; the WHISTLER 350 with a 35 amp, spade type fuse. Wi t h
reasonable care, it should not be necessary to replace the
fuse in your invert e r.
Most blown fuses are the result of reverse polarity or a short
c i rcuit within the appliance or equipment being operated. If
the fuse does blow, turn off and disconnect the appliance
or equipment from the inverter immediately, repair the
related problem and replace the fuse in accordance with
the following instructions: The fuse compartment is easily
accessed at the back of the unit underneath the "lift up"
c o v e r.
OPERATION
Note:
•
It is normal for the PP150AC and PP350AC audible
alarm to make a momentary "chirp" when you plug
the adapter into the cigarette lighter socket or when
you turn on the appliance or equipment. However, if
the alarm sounds for an extended period, turn the
appliance or equipment off immediately. This alarm
indicates that the input from the battery has dropped
below 10.5 volts. Do not attempt to operate the
inverter until the battery has been recharged.
(For further information on this audible alarm feature,
see "Automatic Shut Down Safety Features.")
• The use of an extension cord from the inverter to the
appliance or equipment being operated will not
s i gnificantly decrease the power being generated by
the inverter. For best operating results, the extension
cord should be no more than 50 feet long.
• Check frequently to ensure that the input and output
connections are secure. Loose connections may cause
damage to the inverter or battery or may generate
excessive heat.
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OPERATION
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