Vector 225 Watt Power Inverter - User Manual

225 Watt
Power Inverter
Vehicle Power System
Converts DC Vehicle Power
to 115 Volt AC Household Power
VEC034B
USER’S MANUAL
& WARRANTY INFORMATION
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8
Fault Protection Code and Troubleshooting Guide
INVERTER POWER SWITCH TURNED ON
SPECIFICATIONS
Output Connection: North American standard outlets
Output Voltage: Approx. 115 volts AC, RMS 60 Hz
Output Current: 6.5 amps max.
Output Waveform: Modified Sine Wave
Input Voltage: 12.8 volts DC
Low Voltage Alarm
and Shutdown: < 10.7 volts DC
No Load Input Current: 0.4 amps max.
Input Fuses: Internal
Input Cables: Battery clip cables
Additional Protection: Overload, overvoltage, overheating
Trouble/Indication Possible Cause Suggested Remedy
No AC output — Fault LED
lit
DC input is below
10.7 volts
Recharge or replace the
battery.
Excessive appliance
load
Reset unit by turning OFF,
then back ON.
Inverter hot
Disconnect load from
inverter. Operate inverter
without load for a few
minutes. Reconnect load.
No AC output — Power
LED not lit
Bad connection or
wiring
Tighten all DC connections.
Fault LED lights Low battery voltage
Recharge battery. Remove
load from inverter while
recharging battery.
Motorized power tool will
not operate
Excessive start-up load
If appliance does not start,
appliance is drawing too
much voltage and will not
work with this inverter.
Motorized power tool
does not operate at
correct speed
Purely inductive load
Make the load not purely
inductive (i.e., operate an
incandescent lamp at the
same time as power tool).
Television/radio
interference
Snow in picture,
“buzzing” sound
Keep inverter and antenna
distant from each other.
Use shielded antenna.
Connect antenna to
amplifier.
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Summary

Introduction

Controls, Indicators and Connectors

How This Inverter Works

Principle of Operation

Explains the two-stage DC to DC and DC to AC conversion process.

The Power Inverter Output Waveform

Describes the modified sine wave output and its comparison to pure sine wave.

Protective Features of the Inverter

Installation and Operating Instructions

Power Source Requirements

Details the necessary DC voltage and current capacity for the power source.

Connection to a Power Source

Instructions on connecting the inverter to a DC power source using different methods.

Connection To Load

Guidance on connecting AC equipment to the inverter's outlet.

Placement of the Inverter

Recommendations for optimal and safe positioning of the inverter unit.

Operating Tips

Care and Maintenance

Storage

Guidelines for ideal temperature and environmental conditions for storing the inverter.

Maintenance

States that the unit has no user-serviceable parts and recommends returning for service.

Fuse Replacement

Information regarding internal fuses and the recommendation to contact technical support for replacement.

Troubleshooting

Common Audio;Visual Problems

Addresses buzzing in audio systems and interference with TV signals.

Fault Protection Code and Troubleshooting Guide

Specifications

Vector 225 Watt Power Inverter Specifications

General

Brand	Vector
Model	225 Watt Power Inverter
Category	Inverter
Language	English