XP100i POWER INVERTER OWNER’S MANUAL
If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call customer service: 1-800-531-0004 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT or visit www.whistlergroup.com Please keep your purchase 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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Features Description ............................................................... 4 Important Information ............................................................. 5 Inverter Basics ......................................................................... 6 Operation ............................................................................... 8 Care & Maintenance ............................................................. 11 Operating Principles ................................
FEATURES DESCRIPTION WHISTLER inverters convert low voltage, direct current (DC) to 115 volt alternating household current (AC). The AC output is called “modified sine wave”. See “Operating Principles” section for more information. Depending on the model and its rated capacity, WHISTLER inverters draw power either from standard 12 volt automobile and marine batteries or from portable high power 12 volt sources. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 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. NOTE: Your WHISTLER inverter is designed to operate from a 12 volt power source only. Never attempt to connect your Whistler inverter to any other power source, including any AC power source. • 115 volts can be lethal.
INVERTER BASICS Getting Started Power equipment and appliances which operate with motors or tubes require an initial surge of power to get them up and running. This power surge is referred to as the “starting load” or “peak load.” (By comparison, electrical devices such as standard light bulbs do not require a large starting load). Once the equipment or appliance has been powered up, it settles down to a slower pace and requires far less electrical power to operate.
INVERTER BASICS For example, the XP100i watt model has a maximum continuous rating of 100 watts. Although this model has the capacity to briefly provide more than its continuous power (that is, excess current), it is designed to operate equipment and appliances with start up load requirements of 100 watts or less.
OPERATION Getting Started 1. Remove your lighter or remove the cover to the vehicle’s power port and insert the 12 volt power plug firmly into the lighter receptacle in your vehicle. 2. The LED Indicator light will illuminate confirming inverter is operational. 3. Plug the appliance into the AC receptacle on the rear panel of the inverter. 4. Plug the USB powered device into the inverter’s USB power port. NOTE: The inverter’s USB port does not support data communications.
OPERATION Operation The inverter will turn itself off automatically when: 1. The power input from the battery drops to 10 volts. 2. The power input from the battery exceeds 15 volts. 3. The continuous draw of the equipment or appliance being operated exceeds 100 watts. The surge draw of the equipment or appliance being operated exceeds safe operation. Don’t Blow A Fuse. This inverter is equipped with an internal spade type fuse(s).
OPERATION Some Powerful Advice. When driving with the inverter in operation, make certain that neither the inverter nor the power cords will impede safe operation of your vehicle. Keep the unit and all cords clear of the steering wheel, gas, brake and clutch pedals and gear shift. 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.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE In Review. • Never attempt to operate the inverter from any power source other than a 12-volt DC battery. • The inverter is designed to be connected to the lighter socket or power port with the 12-volt power plug. Do not attempt to modify the power plug. • While connecting the inverter to the power source, make certain that there are non-flammable fumes or gases in the vicinity. • Don’t expose the inverter to rain or moisture.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Important Information on Battery Chargers Using your inverter with battery chargers for power tools, flashlights, video cameras and laptop computers may cause damage to the inverter or the charging unit. Check with the appliance manufacturer for compatibility with modified sine wave inverters if you’re unsure. Although we advise against it, if you attempt to use a charging unit, monitor the temperature of the charging unit for approximately 10 minutes.
OPERATING PRINCIPLES For You Technical Types. 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 115 volts (60 Hz AC) using advanced power MOSFET transistors in a full bridge configuration. The result is excellent overload capability and the capacity to operate difficult reactive loads.
OPERATING PRINCIPLES The majority of AC voltmeters measure RMS voltage and assume that the measured waveform will be a pure sine wave. Consequently, these meters will not read the RMS modified sine wave voltage correctly and, when measuring your WHISTLER inverter output, the meters will read about 20 to 30 volts too low.
OPERATION SUMMARY • 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.
SPECIFICATIONS WHISTLER XP100i INVERTER SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Continuous Power .................................... 100 Watts Maximum Surge (Peak Power) ...................................... 200 Watts* No Load Current Draw ................................................. ≤0.3 A Waveform .................................................. Modified Sine Wave Input Voltage ...................................................... 11– 15.5 +/- .5V AC Receptacle .............................................
WARRANTY Consumer Warranty This Whistler product is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase against all defects in materials and workmanship, when purchased from an authorized Whistler retailer. This limited warranty is void if the unit is abused, misused, modified, installed improperly, or if the housing and/or serial numbers have been removed. There are no express warranties covering this product other than those set forth in this warranty.
WARRANTY 1. Ship the unit in the original carton or in a suitable sturdy equivalent, fully insured, with return receipt requested to: Whistler Repair Dept. 1412 South 1st St. Rogers, AR. 72756 Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time. IMPORTANT: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping. Therefore, please ship your unit insured with return receipt requested. CODs will not be accepted! 2.
WARRANTY Service Out Of Warranty Units will be repaired at “out of warranty” service rates when: • • • • The unit’s original warranty has expired. A dated proof of purchase is not supplied. The unit has been returned without its serial number. The unit has been misused, abused, modified, installed improperly, or had its housing removed. The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler XP100i is $15.00 (U.S.).
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