IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 1 INTELLI-WAVE INVERTER 12 VOLT, PURE SINE WAVE P/No.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Please read this manual thoroughly before use and store in a safe place for future reference. WARNINGS • For indoor use out of weather only. • For use with negatively earthed vehicles & systems only. • Internally bonded for safety, battery DC negative to case & AC socket earth. • Hazardous voltage inside – do not attempt to open, repair or use if damaged. • Only connect 230/240V AC appliances that are in safe condition.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 3 FEATURES PURE SINE WAVE OUTPUT There are two different types of inverters, modified sine wave and pure sine wave. The difference between the two is how closely the output replicates mains power. Logically it follows that the process used in a pure sine wave inverter is more complex than a modified sine wave inverter and subsequently more expensive. Most electric appliances operate unaffected on a modified sine wave and hence they are more common.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 4 SPECIFICATIONS P/No.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 5 PRODUCT OVERVIEW IP150 FRONT VIEW AC Output Socket REAR VIEW Bi-Colour Status L.E.D Fan Chassis Ground 150W Pure Sine Wave STATUS OFF CHASSIS GND ON 12V DC INPUT AC OUTPUT IP300 Cigarette Plug DC Input Lead On/Off Switch Mounting Flange FRONT VIEW AC Output Socket REAR VIEW Fan Bi-Colour Status L.E.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 6 CONNECTING THE INVERTER IP150 The IP150 is fitted with a lead and cigarette plug. Insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12V accessory socket and turn the inverter on. You may need to turn the vehicle’s ignition to ‘accessory’ to supply power to the inverter. IP300, IP600, IP1000 It is important to use suitable cable lengths and sizes to get the most out of your inverter.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS To operate the inverter turn the inverter On/Off switch to ON. The inverter will beep momentarily while it carries out a brief self-analysis before supplying power to the AC socket. To turn off, turn the inverter On/Off switch to OFF. To help prevent the inverter being overloaded: 1. Ensure appliances are turned off before turning the inverter on. 2. If multiple appliances are being run, turn on one at a time.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 8 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INVERTER A) IP150 & IP300 These inverters are equipped with a bi-colour status L.E.D and audible alarm. During normal operation, the L.E.D will illuminate solid green. In the event of a fault or error, the alarm will sound and the L.E.D will illuminate various signals. STATUS L.E.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 9 REMOTE CONTROL DISPLAY (IP600 & IP1000 ONLY) To install the remote control, insert the data plug into the data socket at the rear of the inverter. To operate the inverter using the remote, the inverter On/Off switch must be turned to ON. The remote is equipped with an LCD screen identical to the inverter, as well a bi-colour status L.E.D and audible alarm.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 10 MOUNTING REMOTE CONTROL FLUSH MOUNT • Cut a 93mm x 70mm hole into the desired mounting surface to suit the supplied mounting plate. • Position the mounting plate into the hole with the side labelled ‘FLUSH MOUNT’ facing outwards and screw the supplied screws into the mounting surface as per the below illustration. FLU OU SH M NT • Clip the remote control into the mounting plate.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 11 REMOVING REMOTE CONTROL FLUSH MOUNT 1. Pull the remote control sideways and firmly lift 2. The remote will click out of place R ON POWE BULK GE CHAR BULK GE CHAR RB ABSO RB ABSO FULLYGED CHAR Y FULL GED CHAR N AMP GE CHAR RECO PE BAT TY VOLT/ ON REC BAT TYPE GE AR CH MP LT/A VO SURFACE MOUNT 1. Holding the remote on either side, push upwards. 2. Squeeze the sides together to lift away.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 12 FAULTS & ERRORS Problem Low battery voltage Possible Cause Input battery voltage is below 10.5V Low battery Shutdown a) The input battery voltage is below 10V b) There is a voltage drop between the battery and the inverter a) Recharge battery immediately.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 13 UNDERSTANDING YOUR POWER REQUIREMENTS POWER REQUIREMENTS OF YOUR APPLIANCE/S: All appliances have a rating plate that shows the amount of power (Watts) used or the current (Amps) drawn under normal use. The following table shows the maximum combined AC Watts or AC Amps which can be run by the inverter. P/No. IP150 IP300 IP600 IP1000 AC Combined maximum load (Watts) 150W 300W 600W 1000W AC Combined maximum load (Amps) 0.6A 1.2A 2.4A 4.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 14 TROUBLESHOOTING/FAQ: Q. Why does the inverter turn itself off? A. If the inverter’s audible alarm sounds and a fault L.E.D illuminates, this indicates that there is a fault or error, and the inverter may turn off. Most commonly this would be caused by an appliance that is drawing too much power (overloading), low battery voltage or voltage drop due to insufficient size cables or poor connections (refer to ‘Faults & Errors’ table, page 12). Q.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 15 Q. Why does it damage the inverter if the battery leads are reverse-connected? A. Your inverter uses sophisticated electronics to convert DC battery power to AC mains power. If you accidentally connect the inverter to the battery incorrectly (reverse polarity) a large current will be drawn by the inverter which will blow the protection fuse. As this occurs some of the high current could damage sensitive electronic components.
IP150-1000 Instruction Manual_1 3/02/12 11:01 AM Page 16 WARRANTY STATEMENT Applicable only to product sold in Australia Brown & Watson International Pty Ltd of 1500 Ferntree Gully Road, Knoxfield, Vic.
