Before Using Your Power Inverter - Schumacher Electric PI-200 Manual Del Propietário

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bEfORE USING YOUR POWER INVERTER

NOTE: Do not use the inverter with a product that draws
a higher wattage than the inverter can provide, as this
may cause damage to the inverter and product.
When you turn on a device or a tool that runs on a mo-
tor, the device basically goes through two stages:
1. Start Up – Requiring an initial surge of power (com-
monly known as the "starting or peak load").
2. Continuous Operation – Power consumption drops
(commonly known as the "continuous load").
The wattage (WATTS) or amperes (AMPS) can normally
be found stamped or printed on most devices and equip-
ment, or in the user's manual. Otherwise, contact the
manufacturer to find out whether the device you want to
use is compatible with a modified sine wave.
To calculate the wattage: Wattage = AMPS x 120 (AC
Voltage).
To calculate the starting load: Starting Load = 2 x
WATTS. In general, the start up load of the device or
power tool determines whether your inverter has the
capability to power it.
To calculate the continuous load: Continuous Load =
AMPS x 120 (AC Voltage).
Attention: Always run a test to establish whether the
inverter will operate a particular piece of equipment or
device. In the event of a power overload, the inverter is
designed to automatically shut down. This safety feature
prevents damaging the inverter while testing devices and
equipment within the wattage range of the inverter.
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