PINV1
PINV2
PINV3
OWNER’S MANUAL
POWER INVERTER
PINV1 150WATT
PINV2 300WATT
PINV3 400WATT
FEATURES
PINV1
PINV2 / PINV3
1. AC OUTLET
1. AC OUTLET
2. ON/OFF SWITCH
3. POWER ON LED
4. PROTECTION LED
5. LIGHTER PLUG
2. ON/OFF SWITCH
3. POWER ON LED
4. PROTECTION LED
5. BINDING POST TERMINAL
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OPERATION
- CAUTION : DO NOT USE THIS INVERTER WITH THE FOLLOWING:
• Small battery operated appliances such as RECHARGEABLE FLASHLIGHTS, SOME RECHARGEABLE
SHAVERS and NIGHT LIGHTS that are plugged directly into as RECEPTACLE TO RECHARGE
• BATTERY CHARGERS used with certain power tool battery packs. These chargers will have a WARNING
LABEL stating that DANGEROUS VOLTAGE ARE PRESENT AT THE CHARGERS BATTERY
TERMINALS.
-WARNING:
Batteries contain corrosive materials and present an Energy Hazard. To prevent irritation and burns, wear
protective wear and clothing, and take special care to ensure no metal tools or personal objects contact the
battery terminals.
-The Power Source Connection
The power source must provide between 10.3 to 15.6 Volts DC and must be able to supply the necessary
current to operate the load. The power source may be a battery or a well-regulated 12V/30A DC power
supply. To obtain the power source must deliver (in amperes), you can divide the power consumption of the
load (in watt) by 12 (the input voltage). For example, the load is rated at 150 Watts, the power source must
be able to deliver: (150/12)=12.5 Amp.
The inverter is equipped with a heavy duty DC lighter plug that fits standard vehicle cigarette lighter and DC
power outlets. With this lighter plug, the inverter can power loads up to 150 Watts.
When continuously powering loads rated higher than 150 Watts, connect the inverter directly to a 12 Volt
battery, please use the provided battery clip cables (PINV2/ PINV3) to connect the inverter directly to the 12
Volt power source. the PINV1 is not suitable for operating at power requirement are over than 150 Watts.
While using the battery clip cable of PINV2 /PINV3, please follow these steps:
A. Cut the lighter plug off the PINV2 / PINV3 power cord.
B. Turn off the power switch and be sure no flammable fumes are present.
C. Connect the BLACK cable to the black post (-) and RED cable to the red post (+) on the rear of the
PINV2/PINV3. Then connect the BLACK battery chip to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal and RED battery chip
to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of the battery. The reverse polarity connection will result in a blown fuse and
may cause permanent damage to the inverter. Do not use the system with positive electrical grounding.
D. Be sure to fasten all connections between battery chips and terminals.
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-The LED indicators
A. GREEN : It indicates the inverter is power on, the cooling fan (PINV2 / PINV3) is also activated, and AC
power will be delivered to the AC outlet.
B. RED : It indicates the inverter shutdown caused by low voltage, overload, or excessive temperature.
-The ON/OFF switch
It enables output AC power at the AC outlet when switched ON. It also acts as a manual reset for overload,
low battery voltage and overheat fault conditions. Reset occurs by switching OFF for 5 seconds after
automatic shout down then back ON again. This manual reset feature prevents unexpected or hazardous
restarting of connected AC loads.
-The AC outlet
Single and dual AC outlets are provided on one end of the PINV1, PINV2 and PINV3, make sure of the
power consumption required before plug in:
A. When operated from a vehicle cigarette lighter (PINV1/PINV2/PINV3) A consumption of 150 Watts or
less for PINV1, and any combination of 115 Volt AC products with a total power consumption of 150
Watts or less for PINV2 / PINV3.
B. When operated from the directly connection to a 12 Volt battery (PINV2 / PINV3) Any combination of 115
Volt AC products with a total power consumption of 300 Watts or less for PINV2 / PINV3
CAUTION:
• Do not connect to AC DISTRIBUTION WIRING. The inverter is designed for connection directly to
standard electrical and electronic equipment.
• Do not connect the inverter to household or RV AC distribution wiring.
• Do not connect the inverter to any AC load circuit in which the neutral conductor is connected to ground
(earth) or to the negative of DC (battery) source.
-The fuse replacement
If the inverter is overload and the spade type fuse is blown, open the fuse replacement cover at the rear of
inverter and replace the blown fuse with a new spade type fuse, 20A for PINV1, 35A for PINV2 and 30A X 2
for PINV3.
Determine the cause of the short circuiting before restarting the inverter.
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BATTERY OPERATING TIME
The operating time of battery will vary depending on the charge level of the battery, its capacity and the
power level drawn by the particular AC load. The operating time of two to three hours can be expected with
a 100 to 150 Watt load; the operating time of 1 hour or more can be expected with a 300 Watt load.
The vehicle batteries are not intended for constant deep discharge, they are designed to provide brief
periods of very high current needed for engine starting. It is strongly recommended to start the vehicle
every hour or two to recharge battery before its capacity drops too low. Operating the inverter from a
vehicle battery until the low voltage alarm sounds will shorten the battery's life.
The inverter can operate whether or not the vehicle's engine is running, but the normal voltage drop that
occurs during starting may trigger the inverter's low voltage shutdown feature.
The use of a deep discharge battery is strongly advised for longer operating times. Its capacity should be
selected based on the desired operating time.
PROTECTION
SYMPTOMS
PROTECTION
The input reverse polarity
The fuse blown.
The low voltage battery (below DC 10V)
The unit auto shutdown.
The alarm sounds.
The RED LED lights.
The unit auto shutdown.
The RED LED lights.
The high input voltage (over DC 15.6V)
The overload
The overheat
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
SYMPTOM A: NO AC POWER OUTPUT, THE RED LED LIGHTS.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
SUGGESTION
The connected AC products are rated at more than 150 Watts Use the product with a total power rating
(PINV1) , 300 Watts (PINV2) or 400 Watts (PINV3), the
overload shutdown occurred.
less than 150 Watts (PINV1) , 300 Watts
(PINV2) and 400 Watts (PINV3) .
The connected AC products are rated at less than 150 Watts
(PINV1) , 300 Watts (PINV2) or 400 Watts (PINV3), the high
starting surge causes the overload shutdown.
Use the product not exceeds the inverter's
surge capacity, 300 Watts (PINV1) , 600
Watts (PINV2) and 800 Watts (PINV3) .
The battery is discharged (alarm sounds)
The inverter overheated
Recharge battery.
Turn off the inverter and allow to cool for 15
minutes. Clear blocked fan (PINV2 / PINV3)
or remove the objects covering the ventilation.
SYMPTOM B: NO AC POWER OUTPUT, NO LED LIGHTS ARE ON.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
SUGGESTION
The lighter socket or 12 Volt outlet has been poor contacted
The lighter socket or 12 Volt may require ignition to be on.
The fuse of cigarette lighter or 12 Volt outlet is blown
The fuse of inverter is blown
Press plug into socket firmly.
Turn key to accessory position.
Check vehicle fuses and replace.
Check to make sure the inverter is
connected to a power source with correct
voltage and polarity.
Replace fuse.
The inverter has been connected with reverse DC input
polarity.
The inverter needs repairment
if the probable damage has occurred.
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SYMPTOM C: THE LOW OUTPUT OF INVERTER IS MEASURED
POSSIBLE CAUSES
SUGGESTION
Battery voltage is too low below 10V DC
The inverter is overload
Recharge battery
Reduce load to 150 Watts (PINV1) , 300
Watts (PINV2) and 400 Watts (PINV3)
maximum to maintain regulation.
SYMPTOM D: THE LOW BATTERY IS MEASURED
POSSIBLE CAUSES
SUGGESTION
The poor battery condition
Recharge battery
Inadequate power of excessive voltage drop
Check condition of battery clips and
terminals. Clean or replace as necessary
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SPECIFICATIONS
AC output voltage (nominal)............................................................................115 Volts AC
DC input voltage range....................................................................................10-15 Volts DC
Maximum Continuous AC output power. .........................................................150 Watts (PINV1)
.........................................................................................................................300 Watts (PINV2)
.........................................................................................................................400 Watts (PINV3)
Maximum AC output surge power ...................................................................300 Watts (PINV1)
.........................................................................................................................600 Watts (PINV2)
.........................................................................................................................800 Watts (PINV3)
AC output frequency........................................................................................60 Hz +/- 2 Hz
AC output waveform........................................................................................modified sine wave
No load current draw .......................................................................................less than 0.3A (PINV1)
.........................................................................................................................less than 0.5A (PINV2)
.........................................................................................................................less than 0.7A (PINV3)
Input current.. ..................................................................................................12.8 - 20 AMP (PINV1)
.........................................................................................................................25.6 - 40 AMP (PINV2)
.........................................................................................................................53.0 - 60 AMP (PINV3)
Optimum efficiency ..........................................................................................90%
Ambient operating temperature range.............................................................0˚C-40˚C/32˚F-100˚F
Low battery alarm trigger point (nominal)........................................................10.5 Volts
Low battery shut down point (nominal)............................................................9.8-10.4 Volts
High battery shut down point (nominal)...........................................................15 Volts
Number of ac receptacles................................................................................1 (PINV1)/2(PINV2)/2(PINV3)
Weight..............................................................................................................0.62 kgs/1.37 lbs. (PINV1)
.........................................................................................................................1.02 kgs/2.25 lbs. (PINV2)
.........................................................................................................................1.30 kgs/2.86 lbs. (PINV3)
Dimensions (W x H x D mm) ...........................................................................121x53x118 (PINV1)
.........................................................................................................................121x53x170 (PINV2)
.........................................................................................................................121x53x214 (PINV3)
Specifications are typical; individual units might vary.
Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice.
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