OWNER’S MANUAL 800 WATT POWER INVERTER THE WHISTLER GROUP, INC CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 13016 N. Walton Blvd. Bentonville, AR 72712 TEL (479) 273-6012 FAX (479) 273-2927 www.whistlergroup.com CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 1201 N. Dixieland Rd. Rogers, AR 72756 Consumer Relations Tel (800) 531-0004 Email: info@whistlergroup.com P/N 205563 © 2004 The Whistler Group, Inc.
INTRODUCTION If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call consumer relations: 1-800-531-0004 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT Please keep the receipt in a safe place. You may register your product online at www.whistlergroup.com. If the unit is returned without a dated proof of purchase, an out of warranty service charge applies. Note: Your warranty period begins at the time of purchase. The warranty is validated only by your receipt.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Topic WHISTLER FEATURES Page Features Summary......................................................................3 Important Information................................................................4 Inverter Basics .......................................................................5 - 7 • Getting Started • Don’t Push It Operation ............................................................................
IMPORTANT INFORMATION INVERTER BASICS Important Information About Your New Whistler Inverter. This manual will provide you with directions for the safe and efficient operation of your Whistler Inverter. Read the manual carefully before using your new Whistler inverter and keep the manual on file for future reference. Getting Started Power equipment and appliances which operate with motors or tubes require an initial surge of power to get them up and running.
INVERTER BASICS INVERTER BASICS Don’t Push It. Although your Whistler inverter has the capacity to provide power output (excess current) equal to approximately two times its rated wattage capacity for a very brief period, it is designed to operate equipment and appliances with start up load wattage ratings no higher than its own maximum continuous wattage rating. For example, the 800 model has a maximum continuous rating of 800 watts.
OPERATION Making the Connection. This inverter is designed to connect to your 12 volt battery by the supplied #8 gauge cables. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Make certain that the inverter’s rocker switch is in the OFF (O) position. Connect the cables to the power input terminals at the rear of the inverter and tighten the screws to make a secure connection. Do not use tools to tighten these screws.
OPERATION 7. Turn the inverter rocker switch to the OFF (O) position. (The GREEN LED Power Indicator light may “blink” briefly and/or the internal audible alarm may make a momentary “chirp”. This is normal). 8. Confirm that the equipment or appliance to be operated is turned off. Plug the equipment or appliance into one of the three AC receptacles on the front panel of the the inverter. 9. Turn the inverter to the ON (I) position. Turn on the equipment or appliance.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES OPERATION Note: • Make certain to correct the source of the overload which caused the blown fuse before turning your inverter back ON (l). Automatic Shut Down & Related Safety Features. Each Whistler inverter model has an unique LED Indicator warning light system which operates in conjunction with the automatic shut down feature. These indicator lights operate as follows: The Power Source. GREEN LED: System ready.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES CARE AND MAINTENANCE 2. Low Battery Voltage Alarm/Shutdown Protection a) When the input voltage from the 12 volt power source drops below 10.5 volts, an audible tone will be heard. This is the low battery voltage alarm. To maintain your inverter in proper working condition, note the following important safety precautions: • MOISTURE. Keep the inverter dry. Do not expose it to moisture.
OPERATING PRINCIPLES For You Technical Types. OPERATING PRINCIPLES assume that the measured waveform will be a pure sine wave. 1. Basic Operating Principles: Whistler inverters work in two stages. During the first stage, the DC to DC converter increases the DC input voltage from the power source (e.g. a 12 volt battery) to 145 volts DC. In the second stage, the high voltage DC is converted to 110 volts (60 Hz AC) using advanced power MOSFET transistors in a full bridge configuration.
OPERATION SUMMARY • This inverter is designed to be connected to the power source with the supplied cables or with #4 wire up to 12’ - #2 wire for longer length. When utilizing the supplied cables do not attempt to modify or lengthen them. • Always make certain that the power cable terminal connections run Negative (-) to Negative (-) and Positive (+) to Positive (+). Check these connections frequently to ensure that they are secure.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM: TV Interference Problem Solution Electrical interference from inverter. Add a Ferrite data line filter on to the TV power cord. This filter is available at Radio Shack, part number 273-105. PROBLEM: Low or No Output Voltage Problem Solution Using incorrect type of voltmeter to test output voltage. Use true RMS reading meter. See "For You Technical Types" Section of this manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem PROBLEM: Yellow LED On Solution Bad Fuse Problem Have a qualified person replace the fuse. PROBLEM: TV Does Not Work Solution TV does not turn on SPECIFICATIONS WHISTLER 800 WATT INVERTER SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Continuous Power .....................800 Watts Maximum Surge Capability (Peak Power) 1600 Watts No Load Current Draw....................................<0.40 A Waveform ....................................Modified Sine Wave Operating Input Voltage Range .....9.
WARRANTY Consumer Warranty This Whistler inverter is warrantied to the original purchaser for a period of two years, from the date of original purchase, against all defects in materials and workmanship. This limited warranty is void if the unit is abused, modified, installed improperly, had its housing removed, or has a missing serial number. There are no express warranties covering this product other than those set forth in this warranty.
WARRANTY Service Out Of Warranty Inverters will be repaired at “out of warranty” service rates when: • The unit’s original warranty has expired. • Dated store receipt is not supplied. • The unit has been returned without its serial number. • The unit has been abused, modified, installed improperly, or had its housing removed. The out of warranty service fee for your 800 watt Whistler inverter is $50.00 (U.S.).
