
9
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM: Low or No Output Voltage
Reason:
Poor contact with lighter socket or battery clamps
Solution: Unplug and reinsert 12 volt plug or reattach battery clamps.
Reason: Using incorrect type of voltmeter to test output voltage.
Solution: Use true RMS reading meter.
PROBLEM: Red LED Indicator On
Reason:
Battery voltage below 9.5 volts.
Solution: Recharge or replace battery.
Reason: Equipment being operated draws too much power.
Solution: Use a higher capacity inverter or do not use this equipment.
Reason: Inverter is too hot (thermal shut down mode).
Solution: Allow inverter to cool. Check for adequate ventilation.
Reduce the load on the inverter to rated continuous power output.
Reason: Unit may be defective.
Solution: See Warranty and call customer service.
PROBLEM: TV Interference
Reason: Electrical interference from the inverter.
Solution: Add a ferrite data line filter on to the TV power cord.
Refer to TV & Audio section of this manual.
PROBLEM: Low Battery Alarm On All The Time
Reason: Input voltage below 10.5 volts.
Solution: Keep input voltage above 10.5 volts to maintain regulation.
Reason: Poor or weak battery.
Solution: Recharge or Replace battery.
Reason: Inadequate power being delivered to the inverter or excessive voltage drop
Solution: Check condition of cigarette lighter socket. Clean or replace if necessary.
Or check cable clamp connections.