PowerTech MI5736 User manual

MI5 6
User Manual
12VDC to 240VAC

Please read and understand this manual before
installing and using this inverter.
DANGER! High voltages inside; do not open the
inverter case while power is connected.
Do not connect to equipment that exceeds the
Permanent damage may occur that will not be covered
by the warranty.

There are 2 types of inverters available for use in consumer applications. These are:
Pure Sine Wave Inverters:
The name "pure sine wave" inverter comes from the wave form of its output, as
shown in the above diagram. This is identical to or replicates as closely as possible
the normal AC mains. As most electronic products are designed to be powered by
sine wave AC, pure sine wave inverters are suitable for all applications, especially
motorized devices where it is proven that pure sine wave power will lengthen the
product's lifetime and run much quieter. Pure sine wave inverters are more
expensive than modied sine wave inverters because they involve a much more
complicated design in order to simulate the smooth sine wave output of standard
mains power.
Modied Sine Wave Inverters:
Again, modied sine wave are named after their output waveform. The output of
the modied sine wave inverter cycles through positive, ground and negative
voltage as shown in the diagram above, to give a rough approximation of a sine
wave.
Modied sine wave inverters are a cheaper alternative to pure sine wave inverters as
they don't require the complicated system needed to smooth and render the output
waveform. The main down side with a modied sine wave is that it can introduce
electrical noise (buzzing) to inductive and A-V equipment. This is caused by the fast
reversal of the output voltage 100 times per second. However, modied sine wave
inverters are OK for heat element devices (kettle, heaters, etc) and devices that have
an external or built-in adaptor (laptop, TV, etc).
How do I choose between Modied Sine Wave or Pure Sine Wave Inverters?
1. Inductive loads such as microwave ovens run faster, quieter, cooler and more
eciently on pure sine wave.
2. Pure sine wave reduces audible and electrical noise (buzzing) in fans, uorescent
lights, audio ampliers, TVs etc
3. Pure sine wave prevents crashes in computers, glitches and noise in monitors
4. Pure sine wave reliably powers the following devices that normally won't work
with modied sine wave inverters:
• Laser printers, photocopiers, magneto-optical hard drives.
• Some uorescent lights with old-type ballasts.
• Power tools using variable speed controllers AC motors.
• Sewing machines with speed/microprocessor control.
• Battery chargers

General Safety Precautions and Installation Tips:
• The inverter should not be installed in the enginer compartment, due to possible
water/oil/acid contamination, and excessive heat under the bonnet, as well as
potential danger from petrol fumes and the spark that an inverter can occassionally
produce. It’s best to run battery cables to a dry, cool mounting location.
• Keep the inverter dry. Do not expose it to rain or moisture. DO NOT operate the
inverter if the inverter, the device being operated, or any other surfaces that may
come in contact with any power source are wet. Water and many other liquids can
conduct electricity which may lead to serious injury or death.
• Do not operate the inverter in dusty environments. Keep the fan clean and free of
dust.
• Avoid placing the inverter on or near heating vents, radiators or other sources of
heat. Do not place the inverter in direct sunlight. Ideal operating temperature is
between 10°C and 30°C. Allow at least 2 inches (5cm) of air space on all sides of the
temperatures.
• In order to properly disperse heat generated while the inverter is in operation,
keep it well ventilated. While in use, maintain several inches of clearance around the
top and sides of the inverter.
• DO NOT install inverters in unvented battery compartments
• DO NOT expose the inverter to temperatures exceeding 40°C
• DO NOT connect live AC power to the inverter’s AC outlets. The inverter will be
damaged even if it is switched OFF.
CAUTION: Any internal adjustment on the inverter is prohibited. Do not
disassemble.

Using the Remote Control:
IMPORTANT:
The power switch on the Inverter must be set to “Off” (no lights showing) before
the remote switch can operate.
•Make sure the inverter’s on-board switch is set to “Off” (No lights showing)
•Plug the white remote cable into the “Telephone” type socket on the front
panel of the inverter.
•Press and hold the button on the remote unit for about 1 second.
•The green light on the remote unit should come on, and the inverter should
switch on.
•To turn the inverter off, press and hold the remote button until the green
light goes out.
NOTE: if you switch the inverter on using the remote control, and then after that
also set the inverter’s onboard switch to “ON,” the green light on the remote unit
will stay on. If you press the remote’s on-off button, the green light will go out, but
the inverter will stay on. After that, pressing the remote button has no further
effect.

AC Output
Power: 1000W
Surge Power: 2000W
Output Waveform: Pure Sine Wave (THD < 3%)
Output Frequency: 50Hz±0.1%
AC Output Voltage: 200~240VAC
DC Input
Voltage: 12V DC
Voltage Range: 10V-15V
Low Voltage Alarm: 10.5V± 0.5V
Low Voltage Shutdown: 10V±0.5V
Over Voltage Shutdown: 15V±0.5V
Converting Max. Eciency: 90% (Full Loading) /
95% (1/3 Loading)
No Load Consumption: < 0.7A
Protection: Overload, Input Reverse Polarity
USB Output: 5VDC @2.1A Max.