Energizer EN100 User manual

Owner's Guide
Printed in China
Toll Free 1 866 295 6775
www.energizerpower.com
WARNING:
This Unit employs Components that tend to produce arcs or sparks – To
prevent fire or explosion, do not install in compartments containing
batteries or flammable materials - SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION:
OUTPUT NON-SINUSOIDAL REFER TO MANUAL - Provided with integral
protection against overloads. To prevent fire, do not cover or obstruct
ventilation openings. Do not mount in Zero-Clearance compartment.
Overheating may result.
Notice :
The output of this device is not sinusoidal. It has a total harmonic distortion
of 30% percent and maximum single harmonic of 8 percent
EN100 3149458
Conforms to UL std. 458,
CSA std. C22.2 No. 107.1

2 Important Safety Information
Misusing or incorrectly connecting the
may damage the equipment or create hazardous
conditions for users. Read the following safety
instructions and pay special attention to all Caution
and Warning statements in the guide.
Warnings identify conditions that may result in
Cautions identify conditions or practices that may
damage the unit or other equipment.
1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasingthe ® EN100
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Connected to the 12 volt outlet in your vehicle, the
efficiently and reliably powers a wide variety
of loads through both the AC outlet and USB port.
Read this guide before connecting or using the
and save it for future reference.
We hope you enjoy using your and if you
require any assistance, please contact our help desk:
www.energizerpower.com or toll free: 1.866.295.6775
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WARNING
Keep children away from the . The
inverter generates the same potentially lethal AC
power as a normal household wall outlet.
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The housing may become uncomfortably
warm, reaching 140° F (60° C) under extended
high power operation. During operation,
keep it away from materials that may be
affected by high temperatures.
Do not use the in the presence of
flammable fumes or gases, such as in the bilge of a
gasoline powered boat, ornear propane tanks. Do
not use the in an enclosure containing
automotive-type,lead-acid batteries.
These batteries, unlike sealed batteries, vent
explosive hydrogen gas, which can be ignited by
sparks from electrical connections.
Warnings and Cautions
WARNING: Shock hazard
Use caution when inserting an AC plug into the
three-prong AC outlet. The prongs of an AC plug
can become bent from misuse. If an AC plug is
improperly inserted into the AC outlet, a bent prong
can slip outside the inverter and become a shock
hazard.
Grip the inverter carefully when inserting or
removing an AC plug. Keep your clear of
the AC outlet. Ensure that your do not
contact the prongs of an AC plug when the plug is
partially inside the inverter.
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CAUTION: Risk of Fire.
Do not replace any vehicle fuse with a rating higher
than recommended by the Vehicle Manufacturer.
Ensure that the electrical system in your vehicle
can supply this product without causing the vehicle
fusing to open. Information on the vehicle fuse
rating is typically found in the vehicle operator’s manual.
If a vehicle fuse opens repeatedly, do not keep on
replacing it. The cause of the overload must be found.
On no account should fuses be patched up with
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CAUTION: Output non-sinusoidal
Some chargers for small nickel-cadmium batteries
can be damaged if connected to the
Do not use the inverter with the following
appliances:
•Small battery-operated appliances like
rechargeable flashlights, some rechargeable
shavers, and night lights that are plugged
directly into an AC receptacle to recharge.
•Battery chargers used in hand power tools.
These chargers display a warning label stating
that dangerous voltages are present at the
charger battery terminals.
CAUTION
Do not connect live AC power to the
AC outlets. This will damage the inverter,
and the damage is not covered by warranty.
Do not connect any AC load that has its neutral
conductor connected to ground to the
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Additional Safety Guidelines
•Do not insert foreign objects in the
outlets or other openings.
•Never connect the inverter to power utility AC
distribution wiring.
•Do not use the in temperatures
over 100° F (40° C).
•Do not expose the to water, rain,
snow, or spray.
Failure to follow these safety guidelines may cause
personal injury and/or damage to the
It may also void your product warranty.
3 Safety Features
•Overload protection with automatic shutdown
•Low battery voltage shutdown
•High-input voltage protection with automatic
shutdown
•Overheat protection with automatic shutdown
•Output short circuit protection.
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4 Inverter Features
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LED Light
indicator
AC Outlet
Ventilation
opening
USB ports
2.1 Amp
(shared)
Ventilation
opening
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5 Using the Inverter
Through its AC outlet, the is capable
of powering most 120V AC products that use
100W or less. The can also power or charge
mostconsumer electronics that have USB power ports.
The AC output waveform, called
“modified sine wave” is designed to function
similarly to the sine wave shape of utility power.
Most devices are not affected by a "modified sine
wave", you may need to consult with the manufacture
of the device you wish to run prior to connection
with inverter.
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1. Connect EN100 to a 12V cigarette lighter
receptacle.
2. Plug the device you want to operate into the
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3. When the inverter is not in use, unplug it from the
12V outlet to prevent slight discharge of the
battery.
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6 Inverter Operation
1.When properly connected to a 12V outlet, the
light will glow GREEN,indicating the inverter is
ready.
2. Plug the product(s) you want to operate into the
AC outlet or USB port and switch them on (if
necessary).
Operating Guidelines
•As the battery is used, its voltage begins to fall.
When the EN100 senses that the voltage at
its
DC input has dropped to 10.5V, the inverter
automatically shuts down and the light glows RED,
indicating a fault. This prevents the battery from
being damaged. Turn off any devices that the
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•If an AC product rated higher than 100W
is plugged into the EN100, the inverter will
shut down. The LED light will alternate from
BLUE to REDco ntinuously.
•If the E N100 exceeds a safe operating
temperature,
due to insuicient ventilation or a
high-temperature environment, it automatically
shuts down. The RED FAULT light comes on.
•Should a defective battery charging system cause
the battery voltage to rise to dangerously high
levels, the EN100 automatically shuts down.
The RED FAULT light comes on.
Important:
Vehicle batteries are designed to provide
brief periods of very high current needed for engine
starti ng. T hey are not inten ded for constant deep discharge.
Regularly operating the EN100 from a vehicle battery until
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•In the event of an overload, low battery voltage or
overheating, the EN100 automatically shuts down.
Battery Operating Time
Operating time will vary depending on the charge
level of the battery, its capacity and the power level
drawn by the particular AC load, USB load, or
combination of both. Witha typical vehicle battery
and a 80W load, an operating time of 4 to 5 hours or
more can be expected.
When using a vehicle battery as a power source, it is
strongly recommended to start the vehicle every hour
or two to recharge the battery before its capacity drops
too low. The EN100 can operate while the
CAUTION
Although the EN100 incorporates protection
against over-voltage, it may still be damaged
if the input voltage exceeds 16 V.
engine
is running, but the normal voltage drop that
occurs during starting of the engine may trigger the
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Interference with Electronic Equipment
Generally, most AC products operate with EN100
just as they would with household AC power.
Below is information concerning two possible
exceptions.
Buzzing sound in audio systems and radios
Some inexpensive stereo systems and AM-FM radios
have inadequate internal power supply filtering and
will “buzz” slightly when powered by the EN100.
Generally, the only solution is an audio product
with a higher quality filter.
Television interference
The EN100 is shielded to minimize its interference
with TV signals. However, with weak TV signals
interference may be visible in the form of lines
scrolling across the screen. The following should
minimize or eliminate the problem:
•Increase the distance between theEN100
and the TV, antenna and cables.
•Adjust the orientation of the EN100,
television, antenna and cables.
•Maximize TV signal strength by using a better
antenna and use shielded antenna cable where
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7 Troubleshooting
PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, no inverter
lights are ON.
PROBLEM: Measured inverter output is to o low.
Possible cause Solution
Battery is defective. Check battery and replace if
required.
Loose connections. Check connections.
Possible cause Solution
Standard “average-
reading” AC voltmeter
used to measure output
voltage, resulting in an
apparent reading 5 to 15 V
too low.
Inverter’s “modied sine
wave” output requires “true
RMS” voltmeter for accurate
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PROBLEM: AC product will not operate,RED FAULT
light ON.
Battery voltage is too low. Recharge battery.
Possible cause Solution
AC product(s) connected
are rated at more than the
inverter’s continuous
power rating; overload
shutdown has occurred.
Use a product withapower
rating less than the inverter’s
continuous power rating.
AC product is rated less
than the inverter’s
continuous power rating;
high starting surge has
caused overload
shutdown.
Product exceeds inverter’s
surge capability. Useaproduct
with starting surge power
within the inverter’s capability.
Battery is discharged. Recharge battery.
Possible cause Solution
Unplug inverter from DC socket
and allow to cool for 15 minutes.
Remove objects covering unit.
Move the inverter to a cooler
place. Reduce load if continuous
operation is required. Restart.
The inverter has over
heated due to poor
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
AC Power Output
AC output voltage (nominal)
Continuous AC output power
Maximum AC output surge power
AC output frequency
115VAC/60Hz 100W
100W
200W
57HZ ± 63Hz
AC output waveform Modified sine wave
USB DC output voltage 5V DC
4X USB DC output current (max.) 2.1 Amp
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PDC ower
Physical
DC input voltage range (VDC) 13.8V DC, 10A Max
Battery drain with no AC load
(at 12 V input)
0.3A
Efficiency (maximum) 85%
Low voltage shutdown point (nominal) 10.5V+ 0.5V
High shutdown point
(nominal)
Dimensions
(Length × Width × Height)
(L)5.86
(W)2.76
(H)1.48
(inches)
0.lbs 6 oz
thgieW
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9 Warranty and Return
Warranty by PowerBright
What does this warranty cover?
This Limited Warranty is provided by PowerBright and
covers defects in workmanship and materials in your
EN100. This warranty period lasts for 24 months
from the date of purchase at the point of sale to you, the
original end user customer. You require proof of purchase to
make warranty claims.
What will PowerBright do? PowerBright will, at its option,
repair or replace the defective product free of charge,
provided that you notify PowerBright of the product defect
within the Warranty Period, and provided that PowerBright
through inspection establishes the existence of such a defect
and that it is covered by this Limited Warranty.
PowerBright will, at its option, use new and/or reconditioned
parts in performing warranty repair and building
replacement products. PowerBright reserves the right to
use parts or products of original or improved design in the repair or
replacement. If PowerBright repairs or replaces a product, its
warranty continues for the remaining portion of the original
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shipment to the customer, whichever is greater. All replaced
products and all parts removed from repaired products
become the property of PowerBright.
PowerBright covers both parts and labor necessary to repair the
product, and return shipment to the customer via a PowerBright
selected non-expedited surface freight within the contiguous
United States and Canada. Alaska and Hawaii are excluded.
Contact PowerBright Customer Service for details on freight
policy for return shipments outside of the contiguous United
States and Canada.
How do you get service?
If your product requires troubleshooting or warranty
service, contact your dealer.
If you are unable to contact your dealer, or the dealer is
unable to provide service, contact PowerBright directly at:
Direct returns may be performed according to the PowerBright
Return Material Authorization Policy described in your
product manual. For some products, PowerBright maintains a
network of regional Authorized Service Centers. Call
PowerBright or check our website to see if your product
can be repaired at one of these facilities.
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What does this warranty not cover? This Limited
Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product
or costs related to the removal, installation, or
troubleshooting of the customer's electrical systems. This
warranty does not apply to,and PowerBright will not be
responsible for,any defect in or damage to:
a) the product if it has been misused, neglected, improp-
erly installed, physically damaged or altered, either
internally or externally, or damaged from improper use
or use in an unsuitable environment;
b) the product if it has been subjected to fire, water,
generalized corrosion, biological infestations, or input
voltage that creates operating conditions beyond the
maximum or minimum limits listed in the PowerBright
product specifications including high input voltage
from generators and lightning strikes;
c) the product if repairs have been done to it other than by
PowerBright or its authorized service centers
(hereafter "ASCs");
d) the product if it is used as a component part of a prod-
uct expressly warranted by another manufacturer;
e) the product if its original identification (trade-mark,
serial number) markings have been defaced, altered, or
removed.