WARNING: This Unit employs Components that tend to produce arcs or sparks – To prevent fire or explosion, do not install in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials - SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT OPEN. CAUTION: OUTPUT NON-SINUSOIDAL REFER TO MANUAL - Provided with integral protection against overloads. To prevent fire, do not cover or obstruct ventilation openings. Do not mount in Zero-Clearance compartment. Overheating may result. Notice : The output of this device is not sinusoidal.
1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Energizer ® EN120/180 Connected to the 12 volt outlet in your vehicle, the EN120/180 efficiently and reliably powers a wide variety of loads through both the AC outlet and USB port. Read this guide before connecting or using the EN120/180 and save it for future reference. We hope you enjoy using your EN120/180 and if you require any assistance, please contact our help desk: www.energizerpower.com or toll free: 1.866.295.
Warnings and Cautions The EN120/EN180 housing may become uncomfortably warm, reaching 140° F (60° C) under extended high power operation. During operation, keep it away from materials that may be affected by high temperatures. Do not use the EN120/EN180 in the presence of flammable fumes or gases, such as in the bilge of a gasoline powered boat, or near propane tanks. Do not use the EN120/EN180 in an enclosure containing automotive-type, lead-acid batteries.
CAUTION: Risk of Fire. Do not replace any vehicle fuse with a rating higher than recommended by the Vehicle Manufacturer. Ensure that the electrical system in your vehicle can supply this product without causing the vehicle fusing to open. Information on the vehicle fuse rating is typically found in the vehicle operator’s manual. If a vehicle fuse opens repeatedly, do not keep on replacing it. The cause of the overload must be found.
CAUTION: Output non-sinusoidal Some chargers for small nickel-cadmium batteries can be damaged if connected to the EN120/EN180 Do not use the inverter with the following appliances: • Small battery-operated appliances like rechargeable flashlights, some rechargeable shavers, and night lights that are plugged directly into an AC receptacle to recharge. • Battery chargers used in hand power tools.
Additional Safety Guidelines • Do not insert foreign objects in the EN120/EN180 outlets or other openings. • Never connect the inverter to power utility AC distribution wiring. • Do not use the EN120/EN180 in temperatures over 100° F (40° C). • Do not expose the EN120/EN180 to water, rain, snow, or spray. Failure to follow these safety guidelines may cause personal injury and/or damage to the EN120/EN180 It may also void your product warranty.
4 Inverter Features EN120/180 USB ports 2.
5 Using the Inverter Through its AC outlet, the EN120/180 is capable of powering most 120V AC products that use 120W/180W or less. The EN120/180 can also power or charge most consumer electronics that have USB power ports. The EN120/180 AC output waveform, called “modified sine wave” is designed to function similarly to the sine wave shape of utility power.
1. Plug a DC cable into the DC cable port on the EN120/180 and connect to a 12V cigarette lighter receptacle. 2. Plug the device you want to operate into the EN120/180 When the inverter is not in use, unplug it from the 12V outlet to prevent slight discharge of the battery. 3.
6 Inverter Operation 1. 2. When properly connected to a 12V outlet, the light will glow GREEN, indicating the inverter is ready. Plug the product(s) you want to operate into the AC outlet or USB port and switch them on (if necessary). Operating Guidelines • 9 As the battery is used, its voltage begins to fall. When the EN120/180 senses that the voltage at its DC input has dropped to 10.5V, the inverter automatically shuts down and the light glows RED, indicating a fault.
Important: Vehicle batteries are designed to provide brief periods of very high current needed for engine starting. They are not intended for constant deep discharge. Regularly operating the EN120/180 from a vehicle battery until low-voltage shutdown occurs will shorten the life of the battery. • • • If an AC product rated higher than 120W/180W is plugged into the EN120/180 , the inverter will shut down. The LED light will alternate from GREEN to RED continuously.
CAUTION Although the EN120/180 incorporates protection against over-voltage, it may still be damaged if the input voltage exceeds 16 V. • In the event of an overload, low battery voltage or overheating, the EN120 /EN 180 automatically shuts down. Battery Operating Time Operating time will vary depending on the charge level of the battery, its capacity and the power level drawn by the particular AC load, USB load, or combination of both.
Interference with Electronic Equipment Generally, most AC products operate with EN120/180 just as they would with household AC power. Below is information concerning two possible exceptions. Buzzing sound in audio systems and radios Some inexpensive stereo systems and AM-FM radios have inadequate internal power supply filtering and will “buzz” slightly when powered by the EN120 /180. Generally, the only solution is an audio product with a higher quality filter.
7 Troubleshooting PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, no inverter lights are ON. Possible cause Solution Battery is defective. Check battery and replace if required. Loose connections. Check connections. PROBLEM: Measured inverter output is to o low. Possible cause Solution Standard “averagereading” AC voltmeter used to measure output voltage, resulting in an apparent reading 5 to 15 V too low. Inverter’s “modified sine wave” output requires “true RMS” voltmeter for accurate measurements.
Possible cause Solution Battery voltage is too low. Recharge battery. PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, RED FAULT light ON. Possible cause Solution AC product(s) connected are rated at more than the inverter’s continuous power rating; overload shutdown has occurred. Use a product with a power rating less than the inverter’s continuous power rating. AC product is rated less than the inverter’s continuous power rating; high starting surge has caused overload shutdown.
Specifications are subject to change without notice. AC Power Output AC output voltage (nominal) EN1200 EN180 115VAC/60Hz 120W 115VAC/60Hz 180W Continuous AC output power 120W AC output waveform Modified sine wave Maximum AC output surge power 240W 360W AC output frequency 60 ± 3Hz 60 ± 3Hz USB D C output voltage 5V DC 4X USB DC output current (max.) 2.1 Amp 15 (Shared) 180W 5V DC 2.
DC Power EN120 DC input voltage range (VDC) EN180 13.8V DC, 10A Max 13.8V DC, 15A Max Battery drain with no AC load (at 12 V input) 0.4A Efficiency (maximum) 85% 0.4A 85% Low voltage shutdown point (nominal) 10.5V+ 0.5V 10.5V+ 0.5V High voltage shutdown point (nominal) 15.5V+ 0.3V 15.5V+ 0.3V Dimensions (inches) (Length × Width × Height) (L)3.3 (W)3.26 (H)3 (L)3.3 (W)3.26 (H)3 Weight 0 .42 l.bs 0 .44 l.
9 Warranty and Return Warranty by PowerBright What does this warranty cover? This Limited Warranty is provided by PowerBright and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your EN120/180. This warranty period lasts for 24 months from the date of purchase at the point of sale to you, the original end user customer. You require proof of purchase to make warranty claims.
shipment to the customer, whichever is greater. All replaced products and all parts removed from repaired products become the property of PowerBright. PowerBright covers both parts and labor necessary to repair the product, and return shipment to the customer via a PowerBright selected non-expedited surface freight within the contiguous United States and Canada. Alaska and Hawaii are excluded.
What does this warranty not cover? This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal, installation, or troubleshooting of the customer's electrical systems.
Exclusions If this product is a consumer product, federal law does not allow an exclusion of implied warranties. To the extent you are entitled to implied warranties under federal law, to the extent permitted by applicable law they are limited to the duration of this Limited Warranty.
Return Material Authorization Policy Before returning a product directly to PowerBright you must obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and the correct factory "Ship To" address. Products must also be shipped prepaid. Product shipments will be refused and returned at your expense if they are unauthorized, returned without an RMA number clearly marked on the outside of the shipping box, if they are shipped collect, or if they are shipped to the wrong location.
Return Procedure 1. 2. 3. Package the unit safely, preferably using the original box and packing materials. Please ensure that your product is shipped fully insured in the original packaging or equivalent. This warranty will not apply where the product is damaged due to improper packaging. Include the following: • The RMA number supplied by PowerBright Technology, Inc. clearly marked on the outside of the box. • A return address where the unit can be shipped. Post Office Boxes are not acceptable.
