DeWalt DXAEPI1000CA Instruction Manual page 3

Specific Safety Instructions for Inverters
WARNING – To reduce the risk of electric shock:
• Do not connect to AC distribution wiring.
• Do not make any electrical connections or disconnections in areas
designated as IGNITION PROTECTED. This includes DC cigarette
lighter type plug connection. This unit is NOT approved for ignition
protected areas.
• NEVER immerse the unit in water or any other liquid, or use when wet.
• Do not insert foreign objects into the inverter's outlets.
• Do not attach USB hubs or more than one personal electronic device
to each USB Port.
• Extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good
condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy
enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power
and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use
depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt,
use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
MINIMUM GAGE FOR CORD SETS
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 0-25 26-50 51-100
(0-7.6m) (7.6-15.2m) (15.2-30.4m)
240V 0-50 51-100 101-200
(0-15.2m) (15.2-30.4m) (30.4-60.9m)
Ampere Rating Extension Cord Length
0'-25' 26'-50' 51 '-100 '
More Not more
Than Than American Wire Gage (AWG)
0 - 6 18 16 16
6 - 10 18 16 14
10 - 12 16 16 14
12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended
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Outdoor use extension cords. When an appliance plugged into
this unit is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use
outdoors and so marked. Note that this inverter is not intended
to be used outdoors.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire:
• Do not operate near flammable materials, fumes or gases.
• Do not expose to extreme heat or flames.
CAUTION – To reduce the risk of injury or property damage:
• When using this unit in a vehicle, check the vehicle owner's manual
for maximum power rating and recommended output. Do not install
in engine compartment — install in a well ventilated area.
• Disconnect appliance plug from inverter outlet before working on
the appliance.
• Do not attempt to connect or set up the inverter or its components
while operating your vehicle. Not paying attention to the road may
result in a serious accident.
• Always use the inverter where there is adequate ventilation. Do not
block ventilation slots.
• Always turn the inverter off by disconnecting it from the power source
when not in use.
• Make sure the nominal powering voltage is 12 volts DC.
• Reverse polarity connection will result in a blown fuse and may cause
101-150
permanent damage to the inverter and will void warranty.
(30.4-45.7m)
• Keep in mind that this inverter will not operate high wattage appliances
201-300
or equipment that produces heat, such as coffee makers, hair dryers,
(60.9-91.4m)
microwave ovens and toasters.
101' -150 ' • Do not open the inverter — there are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Opening the inverter will void manufacturer's warranty.
14 • Do not use this inverter with medical devices. It is not tested for
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medical applications.
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• Do not use this inverter on a watercraft. It is not qualified for marine
applications.
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• Follow these instructions and those published by battery manufacturer
and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use with this
unit. Review cautionary markings on these products and on the
engine.
• Install and operate the inverter only as described in this Instruction
Manual.
CAUTION – To reduce the risk of property damage:
• The Power Inverter must be connected only to batteries with
a nominal output voltage of 12 volts. The unit will not operate
from a 6 volt battery and will sustain permanent damage if
connected to a 24 volt battery.
• Always connect the inverter to the 12 volt DC power source before
plugging any devices into the unit.
• The standard North American 120 volt AC and USB outlets
allow simultaneous operation of multiple devices. Simply plug the
equipment into the unit and operate normally.
• Ensure that the wattage of all equipment simultaneously plugged into
the inverter does not exceed 1000 watts continuous or the unit may
overheat and shut down.
CAUTION – Rechargeable devices
• Certain rechargeable devices are designed to be charged by plugging
them directly into an AC receptacle. These devices may damage the
inverter or the charging circuit.
• When using a rechargeable device, monitor its temperature for the
initial ten minutes of use to determine if it produces excessive heat.
• If excessive heat is produced, this indicates the device should not
be used with this inverter.
• This problem does not occur with most of the battery-operated
equipment. Most of these devices use a separate charger or
transformer that is plugged into an AC receptacle.
• The inverter is capable of running most chargers and transformers.
CAUTION – Incompatible products: Certain products contain power
supplies or circuits that are not compatible with an inverter using a
modified sine wave output (such as this inverter) and may be damaged
by using this inverter.
If your product requires pure sine wave AC input power to function
properly, the instruction manual for your product could state this. If in
doubt, you should contact your product manufacturer PRIOR TO USE.
Some products must be powered from a pure sine wave power source,
such as standard household power, or a "pure sine wave" inverter in
order to function properly.
Your product could be damaged by this inverter if it contains:
• Microwave ovens;
• Transformerless battery chargers
• Capacitive coupled power supplies
If an incompatible product is used with this inverter:
• The product might not operate at all, with no indication of failure. The
product fuse might open as a result of trying to use it with the inverter.
• The product might exhibit unusual operation (such as, intermittent
operation, buzzing, and the like.)
NOTES:
A. Some laptop computers may not operate with this inverter.
B. Some USB-powered household electronics will not operate
with these USB Ports. Check the manual of the corresponding
electronic device to confirm that it can be used with this type of
USB Port.
WARNING: If the product does not operate normally, to
reduce the risk of injury or property damage, turn the product
off immediately and unplug it from the inverter.
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