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WARNING!
• HEATED SURFACE. The power inverter housing may become uncomfortably warm, and can
reach up to 60 °C (140 °F) under extended high power operation.
• Do not use the inverter in a vehicle in which the plus pole of the car battery is connected to
the chassis! Before using the device, please determine how the battery is connected in the
respective vehicle.
• Do not operate the inverter if it has been dropped or damaged in any way.
• Always disconnect the device by pulling on the plug itself, not the power cable.
• The device must be fastened so that it does not cause a safety hazard in case of collision or
hard braking.
• Route the power cable so that it does not interfere with the driver of the vehicle when
plugged into the cigarette lighter socket.
• Prevent the power supply cable from coming into contact with hot parts of the engine or
from hanging over sharp edges and make sure it will not get caught on moving parts of the
engine.
• When using car batteries, always follow the advice from the manufacturer of the battery and
in the vehicle instruction manual.
• Using improper voltage may result in damage to the device and possible injury to the user.
The correct voltage is listed on the rating plate.
• Never leave the device unattended during operation.
CAUTION!
• Do not connect live AC power to the power inverter’s AC outlets. The inverter will be damaged
even if it is switched o.
• Avoid placing the inverter on or near heating vents, radiators or other sources of heat. Do not
place the inverter in direct sunlight (e.g. on the vehicle's dashboard) in order to prevent an
overheat shutdown caused by high temperatures. Do not use the inverter in temperatures
over 40 °C (104 °F).
CAUTION!
• DO NOT USE the power inverter with the following equipment:
Small battery-operated devices such as rechargeable ashlights,
some rechargeable shavers, and night lights that are plugged
directly into an AC receptacle to recharge. The device can be
damaged if connected to the power inverter. Always recharge
batteries using a separate battery charger.
Battery chargers used in power tools. These chargers display a
WARNING LABEL stating that there are dangerous voltages at the
charger’s battery terminals.
• Do not insert foreign objects into the power inverter outlets or ventilation openings.
• The power inverter must only be connected to a battery that has a nominal output of 12 V. It
will not operate if connected to a 6 V battery and may be damaged if connected to a battery
with 16 V or more.
• REVERSE POLARITY. Power connections from a 12 V battery to the power inverter must
be positive to positive and negative to negative. A reverse polarity connection (positive to
negative) will blow a fuse in the inverter and might permanently damage the unit. Damage
caused by a reverse polarity connection is not covered by your warranty.
• Disconnect the power cable whenever the engine is switched o for extended periods of
time. In some vehicles, the power does not turn o after the engine has been switched o. If
the plug is left connected, the vehicle battery might become discharged or damaged.
• Using the device for extended periods of time can completely discharge the vehicle battery.
• When using a power inverter continuously inside a vehicle that is not running, the engine
should be started at least once an hour for 10–15 minutes to keep the battery from
discharging. Do not start a vehicle in a closed garage, as the carbon monoxide in the exhaust
is fatal.
• Power inverters work best with a battery that is in good condition and fully charged. A weak
battery will be drained easily if demands are too high. This could leave you stranded so be
sure to check the battery’s condition before using a power inverter in a stationary vehicle.
SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
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