Power Drive PD120 User manual

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PD120
120Watt
Slim
Plug-In
Inverter

GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Avoid
dangerous
environments.
Don't use appliances
in
damp or wet
locations. Don't use appliances in the rain.
Keep
away
from
children.
Store
the
inverter carefully when
not
in use. When not
in
use, appliances
should be stored indoors
in
a high and dry locked area -out of reach of
children.
Use
the
inverter
for
its
intended
purpose
ONLY.
Do not overload the
inverter. Trying to power
an
appliance that draws wattage larger than inverter's
capability will result
in
damage to the inverter.
Use
right
appliance. Do not use the appliance for any
job
except that for
which it
is
intended.
Disconnect appliances. Disconnect the appliance from inverter when not
in
use.
Proper
cooling
is
essential when
operating
the
inverter. Do not place the
unit near the vehicle's heat vent or
in
direct sunlight.
Use
of
accessories
and attachments. Do not use any accessories or
attachments that are not recommended to use with your appliance. The
result could be hazardous and damage the unit.
SAFETY GUIDELINES: DEFINITIONS
DANGER:
Indicates
an
imminently hazardous situation, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, if not avoided, could
result
in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, if you don'tfollow the
guidance on the manual or ignore the safety alert symbol and keep
in
use,
may result in injury or property damage.
WARNING:
Keep away
from
WATER, FIRE, SMOKE!
CAUTION:
The inverter has the protection functions such as over input
voltage shut off, low input voltage shut off, over heating self-lock, overload
self-lock, short circuit protection.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
For safe and optimum performance, the inverter must be installed and used
properly. Carefully read and follow the guidelines
in this guide and give
special attention to the Caution and Warning statements.
CAUTION: Instructions provide information that could damage your inverter
or equipment connected to
it.
WARNING: Instructions provide information on conditions that could result
in personal injury or loss of life. Avoid dangerous environments. Don't use
appliances
in damp or wet locations. Don't use appliances in the rain.
WARNING: Shock hazard! Keep away from children.
WARNING: The inverter produces the same potentially lethal11 OV/AC power
as normal household outlets. It is suggested that you treat it as normal
11 OV I
AC outlet.
WARNING: The case to the unit may become very warm under high power
operation reaching
140°F. Be sure that there is at least 2" of unobstructed air
space around the entire surface ofthe inverter at all times. During use, do not
place materials that could be damaged by heat near the unit.
WARNING: Do not operate the unit near flammable fumes or gases such as
the cabin of a gasoline power boat, or near propane tanks.
WARNING: Do not operate the unit in an. enclosed area that contains
lead-acid batteries for automotive use. This type of battery emits explosive
hydrogengas which can be ignited by sparks.
WARNING: Always make all AC connections before making DC connections
or the components built into the inverter can become energized producing
an
electrical shock hazard. Never work on the AC wiring without first physically
disconnecting the
DC connections.
CAUTION: Do not connect the unit to live AC power circuits or there could be
damage to the inverter. Do not connect any AC device which has its neutral
conductor connected to ground the unit.
CAUTION: Some chargers for small nickel-cadmium batteries can be
damaged if connected to the unit.
CAUTION: Do not use the unit on the following items: Small battery-operated
appliances such as flashlights, razors and night lights. Those should be
plugged directly into an
AC outlet to recharge.
Certain battery chargers for battery packs used
in hand power tools. These
chargers will have a warning label indicating that dangerous voltages are
present at the battery terminals.
CAUTION: When connecting the inverter to a 12V battery, your inverter can
work properly under input voltage
11 V to 15V.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY GUIDELINES
• Do not put anything
in
the unit outlets, vents or fan openings.
• Do not expose the unit to rain, water or any other liquids.
•
Do
not connect the unit to any utility power distribution systems or
branch circuits.
• Do not use the inverter in temperatures over 1
04°F or under 32°F.
• Failure to follow these safety guidelines could result
in
personal injury
and/or damage to the unit. It may also void ofthe warranty.
OPERATING TIPS
The inverter should only be operated in locations that are:
a.
Dry:
Do not allow water or other liquids to come into contact with
the inverter.
b. Cool: Surrounding air temperature should ideally be between 32°F and
1
04°F.
Keep the inverter away from direct sunlight, when possible.
c. Well-Ventilated: Keep the area surrounding the inverter clear to ensure free
air circulation around the unit. Do not place items on or over the inverter
during operation. The unit will shut down ifthe internal temperature gets
too hot. The inverter will auto-reset after it cools down.
d. Safe: Do not use the inverter near flammable materials or
in
any locations
that may accumulate flammable fumes or gases. This
is
an
electrical
appliance that can briefly spark when electrical connections are made
or broken.
Please find the continuous output power
of
your inverter
as
below.
PD120: Continuous output
120W
/Surge power
240W
Helpful formulas:
To
Convert AMPS to WATTS: AMPS x VOLTS =WATTS
To
Convert WATTS to AMPS: WATTS
+
VOLTS =
AMPS
When you turn on an appliance or a tool that operates using a motor or
tubes, it requires
an
initial surge of power to start up. This surge of power
is referred to as the "starting load" or "peak load". Once started, the tool or
appliance requires less power to continue to operate. This
is
referred to
as
the
"continuous load" in terms of power requirements.
You
will need to determine how much power your tool or appliance requires to
start
up
and its continued running power requirements.
Most often the start up load ofthe appliance or power tool determines
whether your inverter has the capability to power it.

Your inverter can be used to operate personal electronics
as
below:
Watt I
Appliance
Watt I
Appliance
3W Cellular Phone 60W Laptop
15W Tablet 60W Video Game Console
20W Glue Gun 75W Lamps (Up to 70W)
48W
7"
DVD
Player
Your inverter should be connected directly to your vehicle's 12V cigarette or
power outlet socket.
We
recommend that the equipment or appliance switch
be in the "OFF" position while you plug into the
AC
receptacle of the inverter.
1. Place the 12V socket in the vehicle's 12V cigarette or power
outlet socket
2.
Plug
in
the
AC
product you want to operate
3.
Disconnect the unit from the socket when not iri use for safety.
CAUTION:
When short circuit occurs, the inverter shuts off automatically to
protect the inverter from damage.
OPERATING INVERTER
1.
Plug the inverter into the 12V cigarette lighter socket of your vehicle.
2.
Check the connections
3.
The glowing
LED
of your inverter should light up.
4.
Your inverter can power
AC
appliance now.
CAUTION:
Connect
AC
products one at a time.
Through its
AC
outlet, the.inverter is capable of powering most
11
OV
products
at it's rated power. The unit will operate from input voltages ranging from
11
V
to 15V
DC.
CAUTION:
Most vehicle batteries are designed to provide a short period of
very high current for starting the engine. They are not designed for a constant
"deep discharge".
Constantly operating the unit from a vehicle battery until the low voltage shut
off will affect the life
of
the battery. If you are going to operate an electrical
product for a long time, you should consider connecting the unit to a separate
"deep discharge" battery.
Should a defective battery charging system cause the battery voltage to rise
to the range of 15Vto 16V
DC,
the inverter automatically shuts down.

Current Overload
Input Low Voltage
Input High Voltage
Over Temperature
If the input exceeds
the rated output
power 10 to 15%.
Input voltage lower
than
10.5V.
Input voltage
higher than 15V.
The PCB
temperature
is around
230°F.
The inverter
will automatically
shut off.
Remove all appli-
ances and turn off
the unit by the ON/
OFF switch. Then
turn on the unit
again. Use smaller
power consump-
tion appliances.
Remove all appli-
ances and turn
off the unit
by
the
ON/OFF switch.
Recharge the
battery.
Remove all appli-
ances and turn off
the unit by the ON/
OFF switch. Check
the battery voltage,
make sure it is
within 11-15V.
Remove all appli-
ances and turn off
the unit
by
the ON/
OFF switch. Cool
down for 15 min-
utes before turning
on again.
Although the invert-
er has protection
against over load,
it may still dam-
age the inverter if
the input voltage
exceeds
16V.
Please ensure
there
is ventilation in the
surrounding
environments.
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BATTERY OPERATING TIME
Operating time will vary depending on the charge level ofthe battery, its
capacity and the power level drawn
by the particular AC load. With a typical
vehicle battery, 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 1-2 hours to recharge the battery before its capacity
drops too low. The inverter can operate while the engine is running, but the
normal voltage
drop that occurs during starting of the engine may trigger the
inverter's low voltage shutdown feature.
Because the power inverter draws less than 0.5A when turned on and with no
AC product connected, it has minimal impact on battery operating times.
INTERFERENCE WITH ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
Generally, most AC products operate with the inverterjust as they would be
with household
11 OV/AC power. Below is the information concerning two
possible exceptions.
BUZZING AND IN AUDIO SYSTEMS AND RADIOS
Some stereo systems and AM/FM radios have inadequate internal power
supply filtering and "buzz" slightly when powered by the inverter. Generally,
the only solution is an audio product with a higher quality filter.
TELEVISION INTERFERENCE
The inverter 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 the inverter and the
TV, antenna and cables.
• Adjust the orientation ofthe inverter,
TV, antenna and cables.
• Maximize TV signal strength by using a better antenna and use shielded
antenna cable where possible.

Specifications
AC Power Voltage
Maximum
AC Output Power
Maximum AC Output
Surge Power
AC Output Frequency
AC OutputWaveform
'
DC Output Voltage
PD120
115V
120W
240W
58Hz- 62Hz
Modified Sine Wave
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5V DC, 2 Ports Shared
2.4 Amps Output
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DC Input Voltage Range
Battery Drain with No AC Load
Low Battery
Shutdown Point (nominal)
High Battery
Shutdown Point (nominal)
Fuse
Efficiency (maximum)
Ambient Operating
Temperature Range
• • ! ~ ' • • •
11V to 15V DC
<
Q.5A
10.5 + 0.3V DC
15.5 + 0.5V DC
15A Slip Fuse
85%

TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Solution
Battery is defective. Replace battery.
Blown fuse. Check and
replace fuse.
No power. Check
No indicator. connections,
Loose be sure the ports
connections. and plugs come
into contact with
each other.
The actual output Reduce load to
power
is higher have the actual
than rated power of output lower than
inverter, overload
protection has rated power of
inverter.
occurred.
...
The inverter The actual output
will automatically
is less than rated Use a product
shut off. power, but high with starting surge
starting surge has power within the
caused overload inverter's capability.
shutdown.
The voltage input is Charge the battery.
too low.

TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Solution
Disconnect the
inverter from
The inverter Inverter is over- battery or
DC
heated due to poor socket and allow to
will automatically ventilation and has be cooled for
shut off. shut down. 15 minutes.
Remove objects
covering unit.
Inverter runs Low voltage
small loads but not Charge the battery.
battery.
large loads. Disconnect the
inverter and wipe
Water entered immediately with
Water entered. the unit. a dry cloth, or
permanent
damage can occur
from liquids.

Problem Cause Solution
Standard "average
reading"
AC
Inverter's "modified
voltmeter used to sine wave" output
measure output requires "true
Measured inverter v?ltage, resulting RMS" voltmeter
output is too low.
1n
an apparent for accurate
reading 5V to 15V measurements.
too low.
Battery voltage is Recharge battery.
too low.
AC product power Use a larger battery
consumption is to make up for
higher than rated. increased power
requirement.
Battery run time is Battery is old or Replace battery.
less than expected. probably defective. Some chargers
Battery
is
not being are not able to fully
properly charged. recharge a battery.
Make sure you use
a powerful charger.

1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
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THE ITEM TO THE STORE
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