Whistler PRO-800W Marine Battery User Manual


 
OPERATION SUMMARY
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OPERATION SUMMARY
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Before attempting to use medical equipment see page 6.
When operating the inverter with the engine off, start the
engine every hour and let it run for at least 10 minutes to
recharge the battery.
In the event of automatic shut down, turn the inverter OFF
(O) immediately. Do not restart the inverter until the
source of the problem has been identified and corrected.
To avoid battery drain, always disconnect the inverter
when not in use.
Do not expose the inverter to moisture.
Avoid placing the inverter near sources of heat or in
direct sunlight.
When in use, make certain that the inverter is properly
ventilated.
Do not use the inverter near flammable materials,
fumes, or gases.
Always operate the inverter in accordance with the
instructions in this manual. Failure to do so may result
in property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
In Review.
Never attempt to operate your Whistler inverter from
any power source other than a 12 volt battery or series
of batteries that total 12 volts.
This inverter is designed to be connected to the power
source with the supplied cables or larger cables that
properly match the distance from the battery. When
utilizing the supplied cables, do not attempt to modify
or lengthen them.
Always make certain that the power cable terminal
connections Negative (-) to Negative (-) and Positive (+)
to Positive (+). Check these connections frequently to
ensure that they are secure.
Make certain the rated power consumption of the
appliance or equipment you wish to operate is
compatible with the capacity of your inverter.
If the rated power consumption of the equipment is in the
range of the maximum specified wattage of your
converter, test the inverter to ensure that it will operate
properly.
This inverter is not designed to operate heat generating
appliances such as coffee makers, irons, hair dryers,
toasters and heaters.
Before attempting to use a battery charger see page 14.
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