Energizer EN500 User manual

Conforms to / Conforme à UL std. 458,
CSA std. C22.2 No. 107.1
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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.
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
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Owner's Guide
EN500
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.

Cautions identify conditions or practices that may
damage the unit or other equipment.
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Connected to the 12 volt outlet in your vehicle, the
efficiently and reliably powers a wide variety
Read this guide before connecting or using the
and save it forfuture reference.
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EN500
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of loads through both the AC outlet and USB port.
Thank you for purchasing the ® EN500
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We hope you enjoy using your and if you
require any assistance, please contact our help desk:
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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
WARNING
Keep children away from the . The
inverter generates the same potentially lethal AC
power as a normal household wall outlet.
1. Introduction
2. Important Safety Information

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The housing may become
uncomfortablywarm,reaching140°F(60°C)under
extended high power operation. During operation,
keep it away from materials that may beaffected 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.
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 ngers clear of
the AC outlet. Ensure that your ngers do not
contact the prongs of an AC plug when the plug is
partially inside the inverter.
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WARNING: Shock hazard
Warnings and Cautions

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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
tin foil or wire as this may cause serious damage
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rechargeable flashlights, some rechargeable
shavers, and night lights that are plugged
directly into an AC receptacle to recharge.
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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•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: 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

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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.
•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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EN500
Ground
Terminal
Remote
Control
Receptacle
DC
Connectors
Cooling
Fan
Back
ON/OFF
Power
Button
AC Outlets
USB port
2.1 Amp
Front
4. Inverter Features

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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 manufacturer
of the device you wish to run prior to connection
with inverter.
Through its AC outlet, the is capable
of powering most 120V AC products that use
500W or less. The can also power or
chargemost consumer electronics that have
USB power ports.
The
5. Using the Inverter

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1. Plug a DC cable into the DC cable port on the
EN500 and connect to a 12V cigarette lighter
receptacle.
2. Plug the device you want to operate into the
EN500
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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1.Whenproperly 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 EN500 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
EN500 is powering.
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•If an AC product rated higher than500 W is
plugged into the EN500, theinverterwill
shut down. The LED light will alternate from
GREEN to RED continuously.
•Ifthe EN500 exceeds a safe operating
temperature, due to insucient ventilation or a
high-temperature environment, it automatically
shuts down. The RED FAULT light comes on.
•Shoulda defective battery chargingsystem cause
the battery voltage to rise to dangerously high
levels, theEN500 automatically shuts
down. TheRED FAULTlight comes on.
Important:
Vehicle batteries are designed to provide
briefperiodsofvery highcurrent neededfor engine
starting.Theyarenotintended for constant deep discharge.
Regularlyoperating the EN500 fromavehicle
battery until low-voltage shutdown occurs will shorten the
life of the battery.

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•Intheeventofanoverload,lowbatteryvoltageor
overheating, the EN500 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 avehicle 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 EN500 can operate while the
CAUTION
Althoughthe EN500 incorporates
protection against over-voltage, it may stillbe
damagediftheinput voltage exceeds 16 V.
engine is running, but the normal voltage drop that
occurs during starting of the engine may trigger the
inverter’s low voltage shutdown feature.

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Interference with Electronic Equipment
Generally, most AC products operate with EN500
justas they wouldwithhousehold ACpower.
Below is information concerning two possible
exceptions.
Buzzing sound in audio systems and radios
Television interference
•Increase thedistancebetweentheEN500
and the TV, antenna and cables.
•Adjust the orientation of theEN500
television, antenna and cables.
•Maximize TV signal strength by using a better
antenna and use shielded antenna cable where
possible.
Some inexpensive stereo systems and AM-FM radios
have inadequate internal power supply filtering and
will “buzz” slightly when powered by the EN500
Generally, the only solution is an audio product
with a higher quality filter.
The EN500 is shielded to minimize its
interferencewithTVsignals.However,withweakTV
signalsinterferencemaybevisibleintheformof
linesscrolling across the screen. The following
shouldminimize or eliminate the problem:

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PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, no inverter
lights are ON.
PROBLEM: Measured inverter output is too low.
Battery is defective. Check battery and replace if
required.
Looseconnections. Check connections.
Possible cause Solution
Standard“average-
reading”AC voltmeter
usedto measureoutput
voltage, resulting in an
apparent reading 5 to 15 V
too low.
Inverter’s “modied sine
wave” output requires “true
RMS”voltmeter foraccurate
measurements.
Possible cause Solution
7. Troubleshooting

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PROBLEM: AC product will not operate,RED FAULT
light ON.
Battery voltage is too low. Recharge battery.
Possible cause Solution
ACproduct(s)connected
areratedatmorethanthe
inverter’s continuous
power rating; overload
shutdownhasoccurred.
Useaproductwithapower
rating less than the inverter’s
continuous power rating.
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
ventilation and has shut
down.
Productexceeds inverter’s
surgecapability. Useaproduct
withstarting surgepower
withintheinverter’s capability.
AC product is rated less
than the inverter’s
continuouspowerrating;
high starting surge has
causedoverload
shutdown.

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Specifications: EN500
Specifications
Description
Output Continuous Watts (W)
500 W +10W（USB）
Surge Capacity (Peak Power)
1000 W
Rated Input DC (V,A)
12VDC, , 54A
Input Voltage Range
10.5 to 15.5 VDC
Rated Frequency (Hz)
60 Hz±1
Rated Output AC (V,A)
4.17A(105-125)
Rates Output USB (V,A)
2 * 5V/max. 2.1A (I-Pad)
No Load Current
<0.3A DC
Optimum Efficiency
90% min.
Fuse (A)
35A*2
Fuse Type
Internal Blade
8. Specifications

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Specifications: EN500 (continued)
Output Wave Form
Modifed Sine Wave
Max. Touch Temperature
65°C Max
Operating Temperature
0° to 40°C
Operating/Storage Humidity RH
5 to 95%
Cooling System
Fan Cooling over temperature
THD
35%
Power Factor
0.65 Min
Ripple & Noise(Peak to Peak)
<250mV
Dimensions LxWxH (inches)
9.06 x 5.39 x 2.64
Assembled Weight (LBS)
1.98
All specifications are typical at nominal line, half load, and 77°F (25° C)
unless otherwise noted. Specifications are subject tochange without
notice.
NOTE:
Specifications
Description

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PowerBright will, at its option, use new and/or reconditioned
parts in performing warranty repair and building
replacement products. PowerBright reserves the rightto
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
Warranty Period or 90 days from the date of the return
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.
Warranty by PowerBright
What does this warranty cover?
This Limited Warranty is provided by PowerBright
andcovers defects in workmanship and materials in
yourEN500.This warranty period lasts for 24 months
from the date of purchase at the point of sale to you,
theoriginal end user customer. You are required to
have proofof purchase tomake warranty claims.
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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:
Toll Free: 1 866 295 6775
Website: www.PowerBright.com
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.