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Thank you for purchasing the POWERDRIVE300 power inverter, a high performance solution to using household power while on the road. Please read and understand all of the information provided in this manual before operating or installing. If properly used, the inverter will give you years of reliable service providing AC power for TVs, computers and stereos. For safe and optimum performance, the inverter must be installed and used properly.
CAUTION: DO NOT connect the RPPD300 to live AC power circuits. Damage to the inverter will result even if the power switch is in the OFF position. DO NOT connect any AC device which has its neutral conductor connected to ground. DO NOT expose the RPPD300 to air temperatures in excess of 104°F. DO NOT use the RPPD300 on the following items: 1. Small battery-operated appliances such as flashlights, razors and nightlights that can be plugged directly into an AC outlet to recharge. 2.
INSTALLATION: Selecting a suitable location The RPPD300 must be installed in an area that meets the following requirements in order to operate safely and provide optimum performance: 1. DRY: DO NOT expose the unit to moisture. 2. COOL: Ambient air temperature should be between 32°F and 104°F. Cooler areas are best. 3. VENTILATION: Allow at least 4 inches of clearance above and around all sides and top of the unit for proper cooling. 4.
Connect the Power Cables to the Battery: 1. Connect the cable from the Negative Terminal (Black) of inverter to the Negative Terminal of the battery. 2. Connect the cable from the Positive Terminal (Red) of the inverter to the Positive Terminal of the battery. You might observe a spark when you make this connection since current can flow to charge capacitors in the inverter.
Operating Indicators: Red and green LED Indicators on top of your inverter will show the status of the inverter and alert you to conditions that could cause the inverter to shut down. Current Overload Protection: If the inverter is overloaded, it will shut down to protect itself. The red LED will illuminate to indicate Overload Protect. To restore normal operation, disconnect the excessive load and turn the unit Off and On again using the Power Button.
Operating Limits Power Output: The inverter can deliver 300 watts for about 60 minutes. The inverter must cool for 15 minutes before it can resume operation at 300 watts. NOTE: Operating time will vary depending upon the type, capacity charge level of the battery, and the power draw of the AC products you are using. With a normal vehicle battery and a 100 watt load (such as a small television) you can expect an operating time of 2 to 3 hours.
FORMULA to convert AC Watts to DC Amps: AC Watts divided by 12 x 1.1 = DC Amps This is the size vehicle alternator you would need to keep up with a specific load; for example, to keep up with a continuous draw of 1000 watts, you would need a 91 amp alternator. To calculate the total watt-hours of energy consumption: Multiply the power by the operating time. To determine how many 12-volt amp hours will be consumed, divide the watt hours by 10.
Specifications: Operating AC Voltage (Normal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105~125-Volts AC DC Input Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10~15-Volts DC Continuous AC Power Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300/150 Watts USB Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Volts DC Maximum AC Power Output (Surge) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
No output voltage Red LED illuminated No output voltage Red LED illuminated Alarm sounding Low output voltage Problem/Symptom Inverter switched off No power to inverter Reverse DC polarity Short circuit High input voltage Overloaded Low input Voltage Overloaded Possible Causes Check connections. Make sure battery is fully charged. Turn inverter on Check wiring to inverter. Observe correct polarity (black to black/red to red). Inspect cables from battery. Check load for proper operation.
This Limited One Year Warranty from POWERDRIVE, a DAS brand, applies to all electronic products and devices manufactured by DAS Distributors and sold under the brand name POWERDRIVE. Terms of the Warranty: POWERDRIVE warrants that the product you have purchased from a DAS authorized retailer is free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use during the warranty period. The warranty period begins on the day of retail sale. This warranty extends only to the original purchaser.
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