Sealey PI1000.V3 User manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR
POWER INVERTER 1000W 12V DC-230V 50HZ
MODEL NO: PI1000.V3
Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used according to these
instructions, and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS & CAUTIONS. USE
THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR
PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
1. SAFETY
▲DANGER! - Beware, lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases during normal battery operation.
9Wash immediately with soap and water if battery acid contacts skin or clothing. If acid enters eye, flush immediately with cool
clean running water for at least 15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.
8DO NOT smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine.
9If the battery terminals are corroded or dirty, clean them before attaching the clips.
WARNING! To prevent the risk of sparking, short circuit and possible explosion DO NOT drop metal tools in the battery area,
or allow them to touch the battery terminals.
9Before attaching to battery, remove personal metallic items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches. A lead acid
battery can produce a short-circuit current which is high enough to weld such items to the vehicle and cause severe burns.
9Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the working area.
WARNING! DO NOT use on any vehicles other than those with 12Volt DC systems.
WARNING! For delicate items such as laptops, an anti-surge device is recommended.
8DO NOT connect to any AC power source.
8DO NOT connect to any AC power source.
8DO NOT get inverter wet or use in damp or wet locations or areas where there is condensation.
8DO NOT use the inverter for any purpose other than for which it is designed.
8DO NOT pull the cables or clips from the battery terminals.
8DO NOT operate the inverter if damaged.
8DO NOT connect to a positive earthed system. Ensure you have the polarity correct before connecting, red clip to positive (+)
battery terminal and black clip to negative (-) battery terminal.
9Before connecting ensure nothing is plugged into the inverter, and the inverter is switched OFF.
WARNING! Inverters become hot during use.
9When not in use store inverter in a safe, dry, childproof location.
2. INTRODUCTION
Supplies continuous smooth 230V power from 12V DC power supply found in cars, caravans, boats and HGVs. Suitable for powering small TVs,
laptops, power tools and various other electrical equipment within the wattage rating of the inverter. Features USB port for use on various domestic
electrical equipment such as digital cameras and mobile phones. Anodized aluminium case provides durability and maximum heat dissipation.
Safety features include automatic overload shut-down and a low battery alarm to prevent damage to the supply battery. Supplied with battery leads
3. SPECIFICATIONS
Model No............................................................... PI1000.V3
Input Voltage ..............................................................12V DC
Output Voltage ......................................................... 230V AC
Continuous Output ......................................................1000W
Maximum Output.........................................................2000W
Output Frequency ..........................................................50Hz
Dimensions (WxDxH)....................................280x215x72mm
Supply Connections ...........................Battery Terminal Leads
4. SETUP & OPERATION
4.1. Power Source Requirements.
4.1.1. The inverter must be connected to a 12V DC negative earth system. DO NOT use with a positive earth system.
4.1.2. The power source must be capable of providing between 10.0V and 15.5V and able to supply the necessary current
to operate the load.
4.2. Connecting Battery Leads to Inverter.
4.2.1. To attach the Battery Leads remove the terminal caps from the rear of the inverter (Fig.1).
4.2.2. Place the Black lead eyelet connector over the Black/Negative terminal post on the inverter, replace and tighten the terminal cap.
4.2.3. Place the Red lead eyelet connector over the Red/Positive terminal post on the inverter, replace and tighten the terminal cap.
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4.3. Earth Connection
4.3.1. The chassis earth
lug (See Fig.2) must be connected to an earthing point using 10mm²wire. In a vehicle connect the
chassis earth lug to the vehicles chassis. In a boat connect to the earthing system of the vessel. In a fixed location connect
to the ground.
4.4. Connecting to Battery Terminals.
4.4.1. Ensure battery terminals are clean, if necessary clean away any corrosion.
4.4.2. Check to make sure the inverter is turned OFF and no flammable fumes are present.
4.4.3. Undo the securing bolt for the red (+) battery terminal and secure the red battery lead to the red (+) terminal post on the battery.
4.4.4. Undo the securing bolt for the black (-) battery terminal and secure the black battery lead to the black (-) terminal post on the battery.
4.4.5. Check all connections are secure.
4.5. Connection to Load.
4.5.1. NOTE! Most electrical appliances, tools etc, have a rating plate indicating the power consumption in Amps or Watts. Use these ratings to
ensure you remain under the inverters maximum capacity. If the rating is shown in amps, multiply the value by the voltage (230V) to
determine the wattage.
4.5.2. Ensure that the inverter is switched OFF. Plug the equipment you wish to use into one of the inverter’s two 3 pin sockets or
into the USB port as required.
4.5.3. Make sure the load does not exceed the wattage rating of the inverter.
4.5.4. Switch the inverter on, check that everything is working and the green LED is lit.
WARNING! DO NOT connect the inverter to any AC distribution wiring or any AC load circuit in which the neutral conductor
is connected to ground (earth) or to the negative of the DC (battery) source.
4.5.5. NOTE! Some rechargeable devices do not operate well with a moderated sine wave inverter. They only operate from a standard
household outlet which provides a pure sine wave. It is recommended that these devices be operated from a standard household outlet
only. This problem does not occur with most battery operated equipment. Most of these devices use a separate charger or transformer
that is plugged into a separate AC socket.
4.6. Placement of Inverter.
4.6.1. For best and safest operation the inverter should be placed on a flat and stable surface.
4.6.2. Use only in a dry location, do not allow inverter to get wet.
4.6.3. Use in cool ambient temperature of between 0°C and 40°C. Do not place on or near a heating vent.
4.6.4. Allow sufficient space around the inverter for cooling. If the inverter overheats it will shut down and will not restart until it has cooled down.
8DO NOT use near flammable materials or anywhere that flammable gasses could accumulate.
4.6.5. The inverter may become uncomfortably hot during extended periods of full power use.
WARNING! DO NOT place on or near materials that may be affected by heat.
5. OPERATING TIPS
5.1. Wattage Loading.
5.1.1. Inductive loads, such as TV’s and stereos, require more current to operate than do resistive loads of the same wattage rating.
Induction motors, as well as some televisions, may require 2 to 6 times their wattage rating to start up. The most demanding in
this category are those that start under load, such as compressors and pumps. Testing is the only denitive way to determine
whether a specic load can be started and how long it can run. The unit will simply shut down if it is overloaded. To restart the unit
after a shut down due to overloading, remove the overload.
NOTE! The inverter will not operate high wattage appliances or equipment that produce heat, such as hair dryers, microwave
ovens and toasters.
5.2. Battery Operating Time.
5.2.1. With a typical vehicle battery, a minimum operating time of 1 to 2 hours can be expected depending on the load draw. It is
recommended that the operator starts the engine every hour to recharge the battery. This will prevent any unexpected
shut down of the equipment and will ensure that there is always sufficient battery capacity to start the vehicle. The inverter
may be used either with the engine running or turned off. However, the inverter must be switched OFF when starting the vehicle.
5.2.2. The inverter draws less than 1.3 Amperes from the battery when it is not supplying power to a load. In most cases, the inverter may be
left connected to the battery when it is not in use. If the vehicle will not be used for several days, disconnect the unit from the battery.
6. PROTECTIVE FEATURES
6.1. The inverter monitors the following potentially hazardous conditions:
6.1.1. Low Battery Voltage - This condition is not harmful to the inverter but could damage the power source. An alarm will sound
when input voltage drops to 10.5V. The inverter automatically shuts down when input voltage drops to 10V. When the condition is
corrected, the unit may be restarted.
6.1.2. Short Circuit - Reverse polarity or short circuit of the load will usually result in the opening of the short circuit protection and
blow the 40A fuses. Depending on the severity of the short, the external fuse will blow first, then the internal fuses. Should
the external fuse blow for any reason then the inverter may still function whilst the internal fuses are intact, but at a
reduced capacity. If the internal fuses blow we recommend contacting your local repair agent or Sealeys technical help line
directly on 01284 757505 for guidance.
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6.1.3. High Temperature - When the temperature of the internal heat sink reaches 65°C, the solid state temperature sensor will
automatically shut down the unit. Once it is allowed to cool, the unit may be restarted.
7. TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause Suggested Remedy
Unit will not operate 1. Poor DC contact
2. Battery voltage below 10V.
3. Load draws too much power.
4. Inverter in thermal shutdown.
5. Vehicle battery in poor condition.
6. Internal fuses blown due to short
circuit.
1. Check all DC contacts.
2. Recharge or replace battery.
3. Reduce load.
4. Allow inverter to cool.
5. Check / replace battery.
6. Contact local repair agent or Sealey
technical help line for guidance.
Low output voltage. Check with voltmeter. Use true RMS voltmeter
Low voltage alarm sounds continuously. 1. Bad connection or wiring.
2. Low battery voltage.
1. Check and tighten all DC connections.
2. Recharge battery without load.
Television Interference 1. Inverter too close to the television. 1. Locate the inverter as far as possible
from the TV, antenna and other cables.
NOTE: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specications and component parts without prior notice.
IMPORTANT: No liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
WARRANTY: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which will be required for any claim.
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Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk.
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Environmental Protection
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted,
taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment.
WEEE Regulations
Dispose of this product at the end of its working life in compliance with the EU Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE). When the product is no longer required, it must be disposed of in an environmentally protective way.
Contact your local solid waste authority for recycling information.
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