Sima STP-85A User manual

85 WATT DC to AC
170-WattHighSurge
PowerInverter
Model STP-85A
www.simaproducts.com

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Safety Precautions & Warnings
• Never operate the inverter from any power source other than a 12 volt
DC battery.
• The inverter is designed to be connected to the cigarette lighter socket
with the 12 volt power plug. Do not modify the power plug.
• While connecting the inverter to the power source, make certain the
inverter is far away from any potential source of flammable fumes or gases.
• Do not expose the inverter to rain or moisture.
• Make certain the power consumption of the appliance or equipment you
wish to operate is compatible with the capacity of the inverter. Do not
exceed 85 watts.
• When attempting to operate battery chargers, monitor the temperature of
the battery charger for approximately 10 minutes. If the battery charger or
inverter becomes abnormally warm, disconnect it from the inverter
immediately.
• Use only 10 amp Glass type fuse.
• Always disconnect the inverter when not in use.
• Avoid placing the inverter near sources of heat or in direct sunlight.
• While in use, make sure the inverter is properly ventilated.
• When operating the inverter with an automobile or marine battery, start
the engine every 30 to 60 minutes and let it run for approximately 10
minutes to recharge the battery.
• IMPORTANT: Sima Products Corporation does not authorize any
products to be used in life support systems
Copyright 2006 Sima Products Corporation Made in China

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This product has been carefully engineered and
manufactured to give you dependable operation.
Please read this manual thoroughly before
operatinginformationyouneedtobecomefamiliar
withthis featuresand obtainthe performancethat
willbringyoucontinuedenjoymentformanyyears.
PleasekeepthismanualonfileforfutureReference.
Thispackage contains:
1STP-85Apowerinverter
1User manual 1airplaneadapter
Introduction
Equipment Power Usage
It is important to use products that draw less than the
power rating of the power inverter. Products that draw
more power than the power rating of the inverter may
cause the protection circuitry to shut down or the fuse
to blow. Repeated excessive power draw can cause
failure of the power inverter
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Features
Getting Started.
1. Removeyourcigarettelighterandpushthe12-
volt power plug firmly into the cigarette lighter
receptaclein your vehicle.
2. The LED Indicator light should glow RED
confirming that there is power running to the
inverter.
3. Plug the appliance into one of theAC
receptacle on the rear panel of the inverter.
A. 12-Volt Cigarette
Lighter Power Plug.
B. North American 120V
AC Outlet.
C. ON/OFF IndicatorLight.
D. 5-Point Adjustment
plug. (Up to 90
degrees)
Installation

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TheREDLED Indicator light will turn on and the inverter
will turn itself off automatically when:
1. The power input from the battery exceeds 15 volt.
2. The power input from the battery is less than 15 volt.
3. The continuous draw of the equipment or appliance
being operated exceeds 170 watts.
Blown Automotive Fuse.
This fuse will need to be replaced with the same
size fuse. Please
note, a blown
automotive fuse will
not cause damage
to your car wiring.
Inverter Protection Features.

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SPECIFICATIONS:
Max. Continuous Power……………........…………..85 Watts
Surge Capability (Peak Power)…........………….170 Watts
No Load Current Draw…….................……………...< 0.3A
Waveform………………………..……..Modified Sine Wave
Input Voltage Range…………………......……….11-15 VDC
AC Receptacle…………………110V AC 3 prong grounded
Fuse…………………………............…10 amp (Glass type)
Weight…………..…..................………..............136g/4.8oz
TypicalAppliance Current Draw
Cell phone charger 20 watts
Camcorder 23 watts
VCR 40 watts
Soldering iron 45 watts
Laptop computer 75 watts
Using the airplane adapter
To use the airplane adapter, plug
the STP-85A securely into the
female socket of the airplane
adapter (A). Plug the airplane
A
B
connector (B) into the socket of the airplane seat and
operate the inverter normally.

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90 Day Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty
SimaProductsCorp.(“Sima”)warrantsthatiftheaccompanyingproductproves
tobedefectivetotheoriginalpurchaserinmaterialorworkmanshipwithin90
daysfromtheoriginalretailpurchase,Simawill,atSima’soption,eitherrepairor
replacesamewithoutcharge(butnocashrefundwillbemade).
What you must do to enforce Warranty:
Youmustdeliver,mailorshiptheproduct,togetherwithboththeoriginalbillof
saleandthislimitedWarrantystatementasproofofwarrantycoverageto:
SimaProductsCorp.
Att:CustomerService
140PennsylvaniaAve. Bldg.#5
Oakmont,PA 15139
412-828-3700
412-828-3775FAX
ItisrecommendedthatyoucallSimaatthenumberlistedabovetoobtainareturn
authorizationnumber.
LimitationofLiabilityandRemedies
Simashallhavenoliabilityforanydamagesduetolostprofits,lossofuseor
anticipatedbenefits,orotherincidental,consequential,specialorpunitive
damagesarisingfromtheuseof,ortheinabilitytouse,thisproduct,whether
arisingoutofcontract,negligence,tortorunderanywarranty,evenifSimahas
beenadvisedofthepossibilityofsuchdamages. Sima’sliabilityfordamagesin
noeventshallexceedtheamountpaidforthisproduct. Simaneitherassumes
norauthorizesanyonetoassumeforitanyotherliabilities.
Somestatesdonotallowtheexclusionorlimitationofincidentalor
consequentialdamages,sotheabovelimitationorexclusionmaynotapplyto
you.Thiswarrantygivesyouspecificlegalrights,andyoumayalsohaveother
rightswhichvaryfromstatetostate.

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Troubleshooting
Problem
Unitdoesnotoperate Possible Cause
Inputvoltageisbelow10 volts
Problem
Fuseblown Possible Cause
Problem
Unitoperatesforashortperiod and then turns off. Possible Cause
Loadistryingtodrawtoo
muchcurrent
Solution: Attach to proper supply
Solution: Determine cause for fuse blowing and then replace fuse.
Problem
Unitoperatesfor a while and gets warm Possible Cause
Inverterisinthermalshut
downmode
Solution: Allowinverter to cool down.Turninverteroffandback on to reset.
Solution: Attach to proper supply
Problem
Unitoperatesforashortperiod and then turns off. Possible Cause
Inputvoltageisbelow10 volts
Solution: Be sure load is less than rated watts of inverter. Remove
excessiveload.Turninverter offandbackonto reset.