User manual COBRA CPI150

[. . . ] ·Questions can be faxed to 773-622-2269. · Automated Technical Assistance is available 24 hrs. , 7 days a week via e-mail at: productinfo@cobra. com. · On-line answers to frequently asked questions can be found at: www. cobra. com For additional Customer Service information, see page 8-9. Table of Contents Introduction How Your Cobra® Power Inverter Works A2 A3 1 2-3 4 5 6 6 7 8-9 10 11 12 1 Rechargeable Appliances 2 Quick Checkout 3 Installation and Operation 4 Controls and Indicators 5 Operating Limits 5 Input Voltage/Automatic Shutdown 6 Troubleshooting Guide 7 Maintenance and Service 8 Power Consumption 9 Specifications 10 Limited 2-Year Warranty A3 1 RECHARGEABLE APPLIANCES Problems do not occur with the vast majority of battery operated tools, most of which use a separate charger or transformer that plugs into an AC receptacle and produces a low voltage output. If the label on your tool's AC adapter or charger states that is produces a low voltage AC or DC output (less than 30 volts) you can safely power the charger with your CPI 150. [. . . ] Insert the cigarette lighter plug into your vehicle's cigarette lighter. Plug the power cord from the test load into the inverter's AC receptacle. Turning on Your Power Inverter Turn on your CPI 150 by pushing the ON/OFF switch to ON. The unit is now ready to deliver AC power to your loads. ON/OFF switch AC Output POWER FAULT CAUTION To prevent fire, do not cover or obstruct ventilation openings. Do not install the unit in a zero-clearance compartment. Overheating may result. OFF ON 3 4 4 CONTROLS & INDICATORS You don't have to worry about excessive drain on a battery if you leave the inverter switched on for a few days. However, you should switch it off if you are not planning to recharge the battery within about a week. OPERATING LIMITS INPUT VOLTAGE/AUTO SHUTDOWN 5 On/Off Switch The ON/OFF switch turns the control circuit in the inverter on and off. It DOES NOT disconnect power from the inverter. ON/OFF switch AC Output POWER FAULT Power Output Your CPI 150 will deliver 150 watts continuously. It can deliver 180 watts for about 30 minutes, after which it must cool for about 15 minutes before it can resume operation at 150 watts. (NOTE: the wattage rating applies to resistive loads. ) 10. 0 ± 0. 3 volts. This protects the battery from being over-discharged. The inverter will restart when the input voltage exceeds 12. 0 ± 0. 5 volts. The inverter will also shut down if the input voltage increases to 15. 0 ± 0. 5 volts. This helps protect the unit from damage due to excessive input voltage. Although the inverter is protected in this way, it may still be damaged should the input voltage exceed 16 volts. OFF ON Fault Indicator The "fault" indicator of your CPI 150 will light whenever the unit detects excessively high or low input voltage, or begins to overheat. When the switch is in the OFF position, the inverter draws no current from the battery. When it is the in ON position, but no power is being supplied to the load, the inverter draws less than 500 milliamperes from the battery. It would take more than a week to discharge a 100 ampere-hour battery at this draw rate. 5 Input Voltage Your CPI 150 will operate from input voltage ranging from 10 to 15 volts. Optimum performance occurs when the voltage is between 12 and 14 volts. If the voltage drops below 10. 7 ± 0. 3 volts, an audible low battery alarm will sound. The inverter will automatically shut down if the input voltage drops below fault indicator POWER FAULT Automatic Shutdown The unit will automatically go into thermal shutdown if it becomes overheated due to excessive input voltage, poor circulation or high ambient temperature. 6 OFF ON 6 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Possible Causes Solution MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Problem/ Symptom Maintaining Your Inverter Your CPI 150 requires very little maintenance to keep it operating properly. The exterior of the unit should be cleaned periodically with a damp cloth to prevent accumulation of dust and dirt. At the same time, tighten the screws on the DC input terminals. Keep vents and fans free from dust or debris. Low output voltage No output voltage Overload Low input voltage Short circuit or wiring error Reduce the load. [. . . ] For example, automotive batteries usually provide 25 amperes of current. A battery with a reserve capacity of 180 minutes can deliver 25 amperes for 180 minutes before it is completely discharged. Equipment Power Consumption POWER CONSUMPTION Service (continued) If you suspect that your unit requires service, please call 773-889-3087 BEFORE shipping it to Cobra®. This will ensure that you receive service as quickly as possible. If you are asked to send your unit to the Cobra® factory, please follow these steps: 1. [. . . ]