Ring Powering PowerSource RINV150 User manual

PowerSource
Mains powered equipment from a 12v source
User Manual
12v DC to 230v AC Power Source
150 & 300 Watts
Distributed by:
Ring Automotive Gelderd Road, Leeds LS12 6NB
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected].uk
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Specifications
PowerSource Model RINV150 RINV300
Max. Continuous power (Watts) 150 330
Peak Power (Watts) 0.01 Seconds 300 600
No load current draw (AMPS) <0.15 <0.25
Waveform Modified Sine Modified Sine
Input Voltage Range 10 – 15 Volts DC 10 – 15 Volts DC
AC Socket 3 Pin Mains 3 Pin Mains
Fuse 20 amp 40 amp
Weight (kgs) 0.8 1.1
Dimensions (mm) 140 x 137 x 52 203 x 137 x 52
Troubleshooting Guide
Symptom
ACappliancewill not operate;
the audible alarm is sounding.
AC appliance will not operate;
the audible alarmis not
sounding.
Above sympton when using the
cigarette lighter plug on the
RINV300
Run time is less than expected
Possible causes
1. Battery has discharged to 10v.
2. The inverter has overheated. This
could bedue to poor ventilation.
3. Poor battery condition
1. Inverter is overloaded.
2. Internal fuses have blown.
3. fuse in cigarette lighter plug
has blown.
4. Vehicle fuse has blown as the
maximum wattage using the
cigarette lighter plug is 180 watts.
1. Internal battery is not fully
charged.
2. AC appliance power
consumption is higher than
expected.
Possible solution
Turnoff the inverter on/off switch
and recharge the battery.
Turn off the inverter and allow to
cool for 10 mins.
Replace battery.
Reduce load, not exceeding
maximum rating.
Fuse replacement (qualified
electrician only).
Replace fuse in cigarette lighter
plug - 15 amp.
Replace vehicle fuse and ensure if
using cigarettelighter plug the
wattage does not exceed 180
watts. Above this connect directly
to the vehicle battery.
Recharge the battery.
Check ACappliance wattage
rating is within scope of inverter.
For further assistance: Technical Helpline: [phone]

Introduction
The Ring PowerSource is an electronic device that converts a low voltage 12v DC current from a
battery, or other source, to 230 volts 50 Hz AC mains power.
Special attention should be made to CAUTION statements in this users manual.
CAUTION statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to your
Powersource or to equipment that you are using with it.
Power Supply
The battery or power supply must provide between 10.5 and 14.5 volts DC (a car battery will usually
provide this) and must be able to provide sufficient current to operate the load (the item you require
topower)
The power supply may be a battery or a regulated DC power supply. In order to find out if your power
supply is big enough, divide the power consumption of the load (in Watts) by the input voltage (12v
in the case of most vehicle batteries) this will give you the current (in amps) that the power supply
must deliver.
EXAMPLE: Load is rated at 100 watts
Power supply must be able to deliver: 100 / 12 = 8.3 amps
CAUTION THE RINV150 OR RINV300 MUST ONLY BE CONNECTED TO BATTERIES OR REGULATED
POWER SUPPLY WITH A NOMINAL DC OUTPUT VOLTAGE OF 12 VOLTS. THE POWERSOURCE WILL NOT
OPERATE FROM 24V POWER SUPPLY.
Connecting to power supply
RINV150
The RINV150 Powersource is fitted with a cigarette lighter plug (internally fused) with 0.5m of cable
for connection to the cigarette lighter in your vehicle.The tip of the plug is positive and the side
contact is negative. Push firmly into the cigarette lighter socket in order to ensure a good contact.
RINV300
The RINV300 PowerSourceis fitted with two 4mm socket/screw connectors that enable connection to
bemade toaleisurebattery. The red is the positive and the black is negative cable. The cables allow
you toun-screw the socket screw on the PowerSource and connect according to the correct colour,
the crocodile clamps should then beconnected to a 12v leisure battery onto the correct terminals
designated. Red (+) and black (-).
The RINV300 is also fitted with a cigarette lighter plug (see RINV150 for details).
An appliance with a maximum rating of 180 watts only is permissible when connecting the RINV300
to the cigarette lighter plug. Above this rating connect directly to the battery.
CAUTION DO NOTUSE WITH POSITIVE GROUND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
The majority of modern cars have negative ground electrical systems. If you are in any doubt, please
check with a qualified autoelectrician or your local vehicle main dealer.
Connecting your Powersource
Connect the Powersource input to the vehicle/leisure battery using the cables (cigarette plug for
RINV150) supplied. Ensure the load requirements are within the parameters of the Powersource
output; plug your appliance into the socket of the Powersource.
CAUTION Certain rechargeable devices are designed to be plugged directly into an AC socket to be
recharged. These devices can damage the PowerSource. When first using a rechargeable device,
monitor its temperature for 10 minutes to ensure overheating does not occur.
Fuse replacement
RINV150 – 20amps
RINV300 – 40amps
Please consult a qualified electrician to replace any fuses.
Positioning of Powersource
The following points should be noted:
•The PowerSource is not waterproof.
•The PowerSource should be placed on a ventilated flat surface.
•Do not put the PowerSource on or near direct heat or expose to sunlight.
• Donot place the PowerSource in or around flammable environments.
Operating tips
Inductive loads such as TVs and Stereos (devices with a coil or transformer in it) may require more
current to operate than a resistive load of the same wattage reading. Televisions may require several
times their wattage reading to ‘Start up’
This condition may require repeated ON/OFF switching of the inverter in order to get them started.
NOTE: The PowerSource is not designed to run products that provide heat, such as hair dryers or
irons.
It is recommended that if you are using the PowerSource from you vehicle battery you regularly run
your engine in order to recharge the battery.
Protective features
Low battery alarm –An alarm will sound when voltage from the battery drops to 10.6 volts. This
indicates that the battery the PowerSource is running off requires recharging. The Powersource will
automatically shutdown if is voltage is allowed to drop to 10 volts.
Over Voltage Protection –The PowerSource will automatically shutdown if the input voltage
exceeds 15 volts DC.
Short Circuit – Reverse polarity or short circuit of the load will usually result in the blowing of the
external blade fuses. If this occurs immediately disconnect the shorted load.
Overload protection –The Powersource will automatically shut down if the continuous draw
exceeds its maximum rating
Temperature Protection –If the temperature of the internal heat sink reaches 65˚C the Powersource
will shut down automatically. Allow to cool before using again.
CAUTION
• When connecting directly to a battery or other power supply ensure that you observe correct polarity
•Do not exceed the maximum input voltage (15 Volts DC)
•Do not remove the protective cover under any circumstances unless by a qualified electrician
•Improper use of this PowerSource can cause damage to property and can cause loss of life.
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