PSW 300-12-G - Uncategorized VOLTCRAFT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PSW 300-12-G VOLTCRAFT

9. SICHERUNgSWECHSEL

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The symbol with a lightning bolt in a triangle is used where there is a health hazard, e.g. from electric shock. The exclamation mark in a triangle indicates important notes in these operating instructions that must be observed strictly. The “arrow” symbol indicates that special advice and notes on operation are provided. This symbol marks a connection terminal for ground potential on the inverter. The product is intended for use in dry indoor rooms only; it must not become damp or wet. Observe the operating instructions.

• Connection cable with cable lugs/alligator clamps

• Connection cable with cable lugs/cigarette lighter plug

Dear Customer, the following safety instructions are intended not only for the protection of your health but also for the protection of the product. Therefore, read the following items very carefully before connecting the product and taking it into operation.

• The unauthorized conversion and/or modication of the product is inadmissible for safety and approval reasons (CE). Never dismantle the product.

• Maintenance, adjustments and repair work may only be carried out by a special- ist/specialised workshop. The installed device fuse must only be exchanged by a specialist.

• The product is not a toy and must be kept out of reach of children.

• Do not leave packaging material unattended. It may become a dangerous toy for children.

• Never touch the inverter or any cables with wet or damp hands; danger to life from electric shock!

• Protect all cables from damage. Damaged cables must not be used anymore. Replace them at once

• Place the cables where no one can trip over them.

• Never touch the inverter or any cables of the connected consumer if they are damaged; danger to life from electric shock! First switch off the inverter and disconnect it from the voltage/current supply.

• Handle the product with care. It can be damaged by impact, blows or when dropped even from a low height.31

• Observe the operating instructions of all devices that are connected to the inverter.

• If you are not sure about the correct connection or use of the inverter, or if ques- tions which are not covered by these operating instructions arise, please do not hesitate to contact us or another qualied specialist. b) Site of setup/installation

• Keep children away from the product. Choose the site of setup/installation so that children cannot reach it. Children may try to stick objects into the device. There is danger to life from electric shock!

• The product is only suitable for operation in dry, closed rooms. The entire product must never become moist or wet. There is a fatal danger from electric shock!

• Choose a solid, at, clean and sufciently large surface for the product.

• For stationary installation, the product has two mounting brackets with two attach- ment eyelets each. Use suitable screws and, if applicable, dowels for installation. When drilling or tightening screws, ensure that no wires or lines are damaged.

• Avoid the following unfavourable ambient conditions at the site of setup/installa- tion, during storage or when transporting: - dampness or too-high humidity - cold or heat, direct solar radiation - dust or ammable gases, fumes or solvents - strong vibration, impact or blows, - strong magnetic elds such as those near machines or speakers

• Do not operate the product next to radiators, fans, air conditioning or similar. Keep the product away from dust and dirt.32

• The product has an installed fan. Place the product so that the fan cannot suck in any loose objects, curtains, etc. This not only poses a danger of damage to the product, but also a danger of re.

• Never place the product on a ammable surface (e.g. carpet, tablecloth). Always use a suitable, non-ammable, heatproof surface.

• Do not place the product on any valuable furniture surfaces without using suitable protection. Heat may cause colour or material changes. Scratches of pressure points on the furniture surface are possible as well.

• Keep the product away from easily inammable materials (e.g. curtains, paper), liquids (e.g. petrol) or gases. There is a risk of re and explosion! This specically applies to gases escaping from rechargeable batteries (e.g. for lead batteries). Therefore, observe the corresponding ventilation and do not place the inverter and the rechargeable battery in the same room.

• Keep the inverter away from sources of open re (e.g. candles), and do not place them on the inverter.

• The product must be easily accessible so that it can be switched off or discon- nected from the voltage source and the connected consumer quickly in case of error.

• Avoid operation in direct proximity of strong magnetic or electromagnetic elds, transmitter aerials or HF generators. This can affect the control electronics.

• Do not place any containers lled with liquid, e.g. vases or plants, on or next to the product. Liquids entering the inverter will destroy it. There also is the utmost risk of poten- tially fatal electric shock. In this case, disconnect the product from the voltage/current supply at once. No longer operate the product. Have the product inspected by a specialist workshop or dispose of it environmentally compatibly.

• Secure or attach the inverter and all cables, e.g. when using them in a vehicle, so that proper operation of the vehicle is ensured and the inverter cannot come loose.33 c) Connection to a direct voltage source

• Only operate the inverter in a moderate climate, never in a tropical climate. For more information on acceptable environmental conditions, see the chapter “Technical data”.

• Never overload the inverter. In spite of comprehensive protective circuits, a defect or damage to the inverter or the connected devices cannot be fully excluded.

• The inverter is not approved for operation in connection with life-supporting medi- cal devices.

• Deactivate the inverter and disconnect it from the voltage/current supply when you do not need it anymore.

• In schools, training centres, hobby and self-help workshops, the use of the product must be supervised by responsible trained personnel.

• In commercial institutions, the accident prevention regulations of the Employer’s Liability Insurance Associations for Electrical Systems and Operating Materials are to be observed.

Connection cable with cable lugs/cigarette lighter plug This kind of cable is only enclosed with the inverters with a lower output. Observe that the maximum output of the inverter may not be available when using the connection cable, since the cigarette lighter socket in the vehicle may be secured with a fuse with a lower rated value. However, never replace the fuse in your vehicle by any other fuse (with a higher rated value), since this may damage the vehicle electronics. There also is a danger of re! If there is a fuse in the cigarette lighter plug of the enclosed cable, check its rated value. Again, the fuse may trip prematurely if a consumer is operated with too-high power consumption on the inverter. The cable must only be used if the middle contact of the cigarette lighter socket in the vehicle is the plus pole (+) and the outer contact the minus pole (-).

• Check if the input voltage indicated on the inverter matches the voltage of the cigarette lighter socket used by you. If this is not the case, the inverter must not be connected to the cigarette lighter socket.

• First connect the black connection terminal of the inverter to the black line of the connection cable. Then connect the red connection terminal of the inverter to the red line of the connection cable. When connecting the inverter, always ensure correct polarity; never swap the con- nections! Red connection terminal = plus pole (+) Black connection terminal = minus pole (-) Use only the enclosed cables or at least equal cables with a sufcient line cross- section and suitable cable lugs for connection.39 If you want to use longer cables, you may need to use cables with a larger line cross-section. The following applies: The larger the line cross-section and the shorter the cable, the lower the voltage drop on the line. A too-high voltage drop on the line may cause premature undervoltage deactivation of the inverter. Suitable ring cable lugs are needed to connect the lines to the terminals of the inverter. Clamping in of the open cable ends or even soldering on is not permitted. Tighten the screw terminals; do not use any tools, to not apply any force. Secure or attach the inverter and all cables, e.g. when using them in a vehicle, so that proper operation of the vehicle is ensured and the inverter cannot come loose.

Generally, all consumers can be operated on a inverter. However, many consumers have a higher power consumption at the moment of switching on than their rating plate says. This does not have any great importance when connecting to the public mains, since there are always the corresponding power reserves. The inverter is limited in its output. However, it may supply a peak output briey to balance out the high consumption at the moment of activation of the consumer. If the consumption at the moment of activation of the consumer is higher than the peak output of the inverter (or if it takes too long), the overload protection of the inverter will be activated. The consumer cannot be connected and operated at the inverter. Examples:

• A small compressor-operated refrigerator with a rated power of approx. 50 W may have ten times the power consumption (500 W) for three seconds after activation, since the electrical motor starts.

• A light bulb rated power of approx. 60 W may have ten times the power consumption (600 W) for one second after activation, since the low-impedance spiral-wound lament heats up. Only as the temperature rises will the electrical impedance increase as well so that the power consumption drops to rated output. Due to the many different electrical consumers, it is not possible to provide a precise list of where problems are to be expected. For example, consumers with integrated electrical motor, capacitors in mains units, devices with inductive load or light bulbs or heating radiators are problematic.

• Connect a consumer to the mains socket of the inverter. The rated power of the consumer (see rating plate on the consumer or in its operat- ing instructions) must not exceed the output of the inverter.

• Switch the inverter on via the on/off switch (switch position “I”). If connected correctly, the “Power” LED will now light up and thus indicate correct operation of the inverter. The consumer is ready for operation.

• The “Fault” LED will light up at overload, overtemperature or undervoltage recognition.

• To switch off the inverter, put the on/off switch in the “O” position.42

d) Overtemperature protection The conversion of input voltage to mains voltage and the resulting conversion loss produces heat due to the working principle. An integrated fan helps to cool the electronics of the inverter. Depending on the power intake of the connected consumer or the ambient temperature, the inverter may overheat. In this case, the inverter will switch itself off. After the inverter has cooled off sufciently, it will switch on again. The “Fault” LED will light up if the inverter recognises undervoltage. e) Polarity reversal protection If the polarity of the input is swapped when connecting, the inverter will not work and cannot be switched on. Always observe the correct polarity (plus/+ and minus/-) for connection.

If the fuse in the cigarette lighter of the inverter has tripped, it must be replaced as follows:

• Disconnect the consumer from the inverter, pull the mains plug of the consumer from the socket of the inverter.

• Pull the cigarette lighter plug of the inverter from the cigarette lighter socket.

• Remove the cause that tripped the fuse. This may be a connection with swapped polarity or a consumer connected to the inverter with a too-high power consumption.

• Open the cigarette lighter plug by unscrewing the knurled nut at the tip of the plug.

• Replace the defective fuse by a new one of the same build. Observe the print on the fuse or the chapter “Technical data”.

• Screw together the cigarette lighter plug, tighten the knurled nut by hand.

• The inverter can now be put into operation again.45

10. MaINTENaNCE aND CLEaNINg

The product does not require any maintenance. You should never take it apart. The product should only be repaired by a specialist or specialist workshop or it may be dam- aged. Furthermore, the CE approval and the guarantee/warranty will expire. The installed device fuse must only be exchanged by a specialist. Before cleaning, switch off the product and disconnect it from the voltage/current supply. Disconnect any connected consumer as well. Only clean the product with a soft, clean, dry and lint-free cloth. Never use any cleaning agents, since this might damage the surface of the casing and label. Dust can be removed using a clean, soft brush and a vacuum cleaner.

• The rechargeable battery used for operation is at. Connect the inverter to another, fully charged rechargeable battery.

• The polarity was swapped at connection. Check the wiring.

• The cable connections with the rechargeable battery are not correct; e.g. the connection cable is not screwed on. Tighten the screws of the terminal clamps.

• The connection cable to the rechargeable battery is too long or the line cross-section is too small. Replace the connection cable by a shorter one; use a cable with a larger line cross- section.

• The consumer’s power consumption is too high for the inverter.

• The consumer’s power consumption is too high when starting up.

• The consumer’s power consumption is too high for the inverter; overload protection has been activated.

• The consumer’s power consumption is too high when starting up; overload protection has been activated.

• Undervoltage recognition has been activated. The rechargeable battery that is used for voltage/current supply of the inverter is at. Connect the inverter to another, fully charged rechargeable battery.

• The overtemperature protection has been activated. Switch the inverter off and let it cool off sufciently. Check if the inverter is sufciently ventilated. Operate the inverter in a cooler environment. Connect a consumer with lower power consumption.

• Use a rechargeable battery with higher capacity.

• The rechargeable battery is not fully charged. Disconnect the rechargeable battery from the inverter and charge it entirely.

• The rechargeable battery is old/at; replace it by a new one.

The product does not belong in the household waste. Dispose of the product according to the applicable statutory provisions at the end of its service life once it has become useless.

b) Connection cable with cigarette lighter plug

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