Whistler PRO-800W - Manuals

Page 2 - INTRODUCTION

1 If you have questions concerning theoperation of this Whistler productplease call Customer Service: 1-800-531-0004 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT Please keep the receipt in a safe place.You may register your product online atwww.whistlergroup.com. If the unit isreturned without a date...

Page 3 - WHISTLER FEATURES; TABLE OF CONTENTS; A Word About WHISTLER Inverters.

WHISTLER FEATURES 3 Topic Page Features Summary ......................................................................3 Important Information................................................................6 Inverter Basics ...................................................................... 7 - 9•...

Page 5 - INVERTER BASICS; Getting Started; IMPORTANT INFORMATION; Important Information About Your New Whistler Inverter.

INVERTER BASICS Getting Started Power equipment and appliances which operate with motorsor tubes require an initial surge of power to get them up andrunning. This power surge is referred to as the "starting load"or "peak load." (By comparison, electrical devices such asstandard light...

Page 7 - Making the Connection.; OPERATION; Damage caused by reverse polarity is

OPERATION Making the Connection. This inverter is designed to connect to your 12 volt batteryby the supplied #8 AWG gauge cables. 1. Make certain that the inverter’s rocker switch is in theOFF (O) position. 2. Connect the cables to the power input terminals at the rear of the inverter and tighten th...

Page 8 - Check frequently to ensure that the input and output; Confirm that the equipment or appliance to be operated

OPERATION Note: • The audible alarm may make a momentary “chirp”when the inverter is turned OFF (O). The same alarmmay also sound when the inverter is being connectedto or disconnected from the 12 volt power source. • The use of an extension cord from the inverter to theappliance or equipment being ...

Page 9 - Important Information on Battery Chargers

The Power Source. When the engine is off, most batteries will provide ample power to the inverter for one to two hours. The actual length of time is a function of several variables including the age and condition of the battery and the power demand being placed on it by the equipment being operated ...

Page 10 - Wall Mounting; ADDITIONAL FEATURES; Automatic Shut Down & Related Safety Features.

17 ADDITIONAL FEATURES In the event of automatic shut down or continuousaudible alarm, turn the inverter rocker switch to the OFF(O) position until the source of the related problem hasbeen identified and resolved. Wall Mounting : The Pro-800W has provisions for wall mounting; slotted holes allow fo...

Page 11 - Some Powerful Advice.; CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Note: Inexpensive sound systems may emit a “buzzing” sound when operated with the inverter. This is due to inadequate filters in the sound system.There is no solution to this problem short of purchasing asound system with a higher quality power supply. Some Powerful Advice. When driving with the inv...

Page 12 - A true sine wave typical of home AC outlet.

21 OPERATING PRINCIPLES OPERATING PRINCIPLES Consequently, these meters will not read the RMS modifiedsine wave voltage correctly and, when measuring yourWhistler inverter output, the meters will read about 20 to 30volts too low. To accurately measure the output voltage ofyour inverter, use a true R...

Page 13 - Before attempting to use medical equipment see page 6.

OPERATION SUMMARY 23 OPERATION SUMMARY 22 • Before attempting to use medical equipment see page 6. • When operating the inverter with the engine off, start theengine every hour and let it run for at least 10 minutes torecharge the battery. • In the event of automatic shut down, turn the inverter OFF...

Page 15 - Pro-800W WATT INVERTER SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS 27 26 TROUBLESHOOTING Pro-800W WATT INVERTER SPECIFICATIONS Maximum Continuous Power .....................800 Watts Maximum Surge Capability (Peak Power)1600 Watts * No Load Current Draw ......................................<0.9 A Waveform ....................................Modif...

Page 17 - WARRANTY; Service Out Of Warranty

WARRANTY Service Out Of Warranty Inverters will be repaired at “out of warranty” service rateswhen:• The unit’s original warranty has expired.• A dated store receipt is not supplied.• The unit has been returned without its serial number.• The unit has been abused, modified, installed improperly, or ...