Operating instructions
Operation
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Problem appliances
The output of the power pack inverter is non-sinusoidal. Some equipment may
be damaged by the inverter’s modified sine wave output (non-sinusoidal).
Some appliance, including the types listed below, may be damaged if they are
connected to the inverter.
• Electronics that modulate RF (radio frequency) signals on the AC line will not
work and may be damaged.
• Speed controllers found in some fans, power tools, kitchen appliance, and
other loads may be damaged.
• Some chargers for small rechargeable batteries can be damaged.
• Metal halide arc (MHI) lights can be damaged.
Note: If you are unsure about powering any device with the power pack,
contact the manufacturer of the device to determine whether it is compatible
with the modified sine wave output.
12V DC appliances
The power pack can operate one 12V DC auto, RV, marine, or other portable DC
appliance that draws 10 amps or less from its DC socket. The combined load
must not exceed 120 W, The less combined wattage used, the longer the power
pack will operate before recharging is required.
Operating DC appliances:
1. Check battery status to ensure the battery is fully charged.
2. Open the DC socket.
3. Plug the DC appliance into the DC socket.
4. Turn the DC appliance ON.
5. Recharge the power pack immediately after use.
USB Devices
The power pack can charge or power one USB-chargeable device through its
USB port. Compatible devices include most MP3 players, PDAs, digital cameras,
and camcorders that have internal batteries which can be charged via the USB
port of a desktop/laptop computer.
USB-chargeable devices usually include a special USB cable (not supplied) that
attaches one end to the USB port and the other end to the device.