Schumacher XI50DU User Manual

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Model / Modelo: Xi41dU, Xi50dU & Xi75dU

Power inverter/Convertidor de Energía

Converts 12V DC Battery Power

to 120V AC Household Power

Convierte la Energía de Baterías de 12V de CC

a 120V de CA de Energía Doméstica

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTiON

PAGE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

INVERTER FEATURES

BEFORE USING YOUR POWER INVERTER

CONNECTING INVERTER CABLES

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

POWER SOURCE

LED DISPLAY

IF THE INVERTER FUSE BLOWS

TROUBLESHOOTING

SPECIFICATIONS

REPLACEMENT PARTS

LIMITED WARRANTY

ÍNdiCE

SECCiÓN

PÀGiNA

INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD

CARACTERÍSTICAS DEL INVERSOR

ANTES DE USAR SU INVERSOR DE ENERGÍA

PARA CONECTAR LOS CABLES DEL INVERSOR

INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACIÓN

FUENTE DE ENERGÍA

MUESTRA DE LUCES LED

SI SE QUEMA EL FUSIBLE DEL INVERSOR

RESOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS

ESPECIFICACIONES

PIEZAS DE REPUESTO

GARANTÍA LIMITADA

iMPORTANT: REAd ANd SAVE THiS SAFETY ANd iNSTRUCTiON MANUAL.

SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS – The XI41DU, XI50DU and XI75DU offer a wide

range of features to accommodate your needs. This manual will show you how to

use your inverter safely and effectively. Please read, understand and follow these

instructions and precautions carefully, as this manual contains important safety

and operating instructions. The safety messages used throughout this manual

contain a signal word, a message and an icon.

The signal word indicates the level of the hazard in a situation.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury to the operator or bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury to the operator or bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in moderate or minor injury to the operator or bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in damage to the equipment or vehicle or

property damage.

Safety messages in this manual contain two different type styles.

• Unnumbered type states the hazard.

• Numbered type states how to avoid the hazard.

The icon gives a graphical description of the potential hazard.

Pursuant to California Proposition 65, this product contains chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or

other reproductive harm.

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iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS

SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS

RiSk OF ELECTRiC SHOCk OR FiRE.

1.1

1.2

Keep out of reach of children.

Keep the inverter well ventilated in order to properly disperse heat generated

while it is in use. Make sure there are several inches of clearance around the

top and sides and do not block the slots of the inverter.

1.3

1.4

Make sure the inverter is not close to any potential source of ﬂammable

fumes, gases or clothing.

Do not place the inverter in areas such as battery compartments or engine

compartments where fumes or gases may accumulate.

1.5

1.6

1.7

Keep the inverter dry.

DO NOT allow the inverter to come into contact with rain or moisture.

DO NOT operate the inverter if you, the inverter, the device being operated

or any other surfaces that may come into contact with any power source are

wet. Water and many other liquids can conduct electricity, which may lead to

serious injury or death.

1.8

Do not place the inverter on or near heating vents, radiators or other sources

of heat or ﬂammable materials.

1.9

Do not place the inverter in direct sunlight. The ideal air temperature for

operation is between 50° and 80°F.

1.10

Only connect the power inverter to a 12-volt accessory outlet. Do not attempt

to connect the inverter to any other power source, including an AC power

source. Connecting to a 6-volt or 16-volt battery will cause damage to the

inverter.

1.11

1.12

Make sure the AC plug connection is tight.

Do not modify the inverter in any way including cables, plugs or switches as it

may result in property damage or personal injury.

1.13

Incorrect operation of your inverter may result in damage and personal injury.

The inverter output is 120V AC and can shock or electrocute

the same as any ordinary household AC wall outlet.

1.14

1.15

Do not open – No user serviceable parts inside.

This device does not include an internal Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter

(GFCI).

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iNVERTER FEATURES

1. ON/OFF Switch

2. Digital Display

3. Two Standard Electrical 120V AC Outlets

4. One, 5V USB Port

5. 12-Volt Power Plug

6. Battery Clamps

7. High-Speed Cooling Fan

8. Low-Battery Protection

BEFORE USiNG YOUR POWER iNVERTER

When you turn on a device or a tool that runs on a motor, the device basically goes

through two stages:

1. Start Up – Requiring an initial surge of power (commonly 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 equipment, 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).

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.

This inverter is designed to power 100 watt devices or less when

used with the vehicle 12 volt accessory port. To use the full output you must connect

the inverter directly to the battery.

NOTE: The 100 watt limit is to accommodate the fuse ratings for all vehicles. Some

vehicles may allow the full output. If the fuse blows when you switch on the device

you are trying to use, you have to either use a smaller device or you must connect

the inverter directly to the battery.

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This inverter uses a nonsinusoidal waveform. Therefore we do not

recommend you use it to power the following devices:

1. Switch Mode Power Supplies;

2. Linear Power Supplies;

3. Class 2 Transformers;

4. Line Filter Capacitors;

5. Shaded Pole Motors;

6. Fan Motors;

7. Microwave Ovens;

8. Fluorescent and High Intensity Lamps (with a Ballast); and

9. Transformerless Battery Chargers.

Doing so, may cause the device to run warmer or overheat.

CONNECTiNG iNVERTER CABLES

The inverter and power source must be in the OFF mode.

Make sure you connect your inverter to a 12-volt power

supply only.

inverter connection:

1. Locate the positive and negative plastic terminals located on the back of

the inverter and remove the terminal caps completely.

2. Install the positive (red) cable ring lug onto the positive (red) terminal screw.

Install the negative (black) cable ring lug onto the negative (black) terminal

screw. Tighten each terminal so that the cable cannot come loose.

Connecting inverter cable to a vehicle (120 watts maximum):

1. Remove the cigarette lighter from its outlet.

2. Push the 12-volt power plug ﬁrmly into the outlet.

Connecting inverter cables to 12v battery or 12v power source:

1. Keep hands, hair, clothing and jewelry clear of battery terminals.

2. Wear eye protection and clothing protection.

3. Connect the positive (red) inverter terminal cable to the power source

positive (+) or battery terminal. Make sure the connection is secure.

4. Connect the negative (black) inverter terminal cable to the power source

negative (-) or battery terminal. Make sure the connection is secure.

5. To disconnect the inverter, reverse the above steps.

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NOTE: The internal speaker may make a brief “beep” when the inverter is being

connected to or disconnected from the 12-volt power source.

Failure to make the correct connections will result in blown fuses

and permanent damage to the inverter.

OPERATiNG iNSTRUCTiONS

1. Connect the inverter (see “CONNECTING INVERTER CABLES” section).

2. Make sure the device to be operated is turned OFF.

3. Plug the device into the inverter AC outlet.

4. Press and hold the ON/OFF

switch to turn the inverter on. (The internal

speaker will make a brief “beep”. This is normal.) The Wattage out

LED

will glow and the digital display will show .

5. Turn the device on. The display will now show the total wattage used by the

device. To change the digital display, press the Display

button.

6. To disconnect, reverse the above procedure.

NOTE: If more than one device is to be powered, start one device at a time to avoid

a power surge and overloading the inverter. The surge load of each device should

not exceed the inverters Continuous Operation wattage rate.

If there is a short circuit or power surge in the device,  will

display and the alarm will sound. Press the ON/OFF

switch to turn off the alarm.

If the  displays after several attempts, there is a short circuit or the device requires

more “starting” or “peak” load than the inverter is capable of providing.

NOTE: After two  events the inverter will go into a mandatory 10 second cool

down period before it will turn on again.

If you are using the power inverter to operate a battery charger,

monitor the temperature of the battery charger for about 10 minutes. If the battery

charger becomes abnormally warm, disconnect it from the inverter immediately.

NOTE: You can use an extension cord from the inverter to the device without

signiﬁcantly decreasing the power being generated by the inverter. For best

operating results, the extension cord should be no longer than 50 feet.

Using the USB Port

The USB port provides up to 500mA at 5V DC.

1. Plug the device into the USB port.

2. Press and hold the ON/OFF

switch to turn the inverter on. (The internal

speaker will make a brief “beep”. This is normal.).

3. Turn the USB device on.

4. Reverse these steps when ﬁnished using the USB port.

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Using the inverter to Operate a TV or Audio device:

The inverter is shielded and ﬁltered to minimize signal interference. Despite this,

some interference may occur with your television picture, especially with weak

signals. Below are some suggestions to try and improve reception.

1. Make sure the television antenna produces a clear signal under normal

operating conditions (i.e. at home plugged into a standard 120-volt AC wall

outlet). Also, ensure that the antenna cable is adequately shielded and of

good quality.

2. Try altering the position of the inverter, antenna cables, and television

power cord. Add an extension cord from the inverter to the TV so as to

isolate its power cord and antenna cables from the 12-volt power source.

3. Try coiling the television power cord and the input cables running from the

12-volt power source to the inverter.

4. Afﬁx one or several “Ferrite Data Line Filters” to the television power cord.

Ferrite Data Line Filters can be purchased at most electronic supply stores.

NOTE: You may hear a “buzzing” sound being emitted from inexpensive sound

systems when operated with the inverter. This is due to ineffective ﬁlters in the

sound system’s power supply. Unfortunately, this problem can only be resolved by

purchasing a sound system with a higher quality power supply or higher quality ﬁlter.

POWER SOURCE

Your average automobile or marine battery at full charge will provide an ample power

supply to the inverter for approximately 3 hours when the engine is off. The actual

length of time the inverter will function depends on the age and condition of the

battery and the power demand being placed by the device being operated with the

inverter.

If you decide to use the inverter while the engine is off, we recommend you turn OFF

the device plugged into the inverter before starting the engine. To maintain battery

power, start the engine every 2 to 3 hours and let it run for approximately 10 minutes

to recharge the battery.

Although it is not necessary to disconnect the inverter when turning over the engine,

it may brieﬂy cease to operate as the battery voltage decreases. While the inverter

draws very low amperage when not in use, it should be unplugged to avoid battery

drain.

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LEd diSPLAY

The LED display identiﬁes the current status of the inverter.

VOLTS iN

: The voltage of the vehicle’s battery, Portable Power jump starter or

DC power source.

VOLTS OUT

: The voltage supplied to the device through the AC receptacle.

: The power or wattage supplied to the device plugged into the

WATTAGE OUT

inverter.

An audio alarm will sound when any of the following codes display. To stop the

alarm, press the ON/OFF switch:

• – The inverter is not functional. See warranty and call Customer Service

1-800-621-5485 (Hours: 7:00 am to 5:00 pm CST).

• – The vehicle’s battery voltage is more than 15.5-volts. The inverter will

automatically restart after the voltage drops below 15.0-volts.

• – The continuous load demand from the device exceeds the inverter’s

wattage output.

• – The inverter is overheated and automatically turns off for a period

of 1 to 3 minutes to cool. Make sure the inverter is well ventilated. It will

automatically restart after it cools.

• – The vehicle’s battery voltage is less than 10.5-volts.

• – Short circuit, power surge or overload in the device.

iF THE iNVERTER FUSE BLOWS

Your power inverter is ﬁtted with a fuse, which should not have to be replaced under

normal operating conditions. A blown fuse is usually caused by reverse polarity or a

short circuit within the device or equipment being operated.

If the fuse does blow, take the inverter to a qualiﬁed technician for repair.

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TROUBLESHOOTiNG

PROBLEM

REASON

SOLUTiON

Alarm is On

Display shows . Device

has a short circuit or

demands too much surge

power.

Cycle the inverter power OFF

and ON.

If problem persists, use a

larger inverter or a smaller

device.

Remove the defective device.

See warranty and call

Customer Service 1-800-621-

5485 (Hours 7:00 am to 5:00

pm CST).

Display shows . 12-volt

battery is too low.

Recharge/replace battery

Display shows voltage in

between 10.5 and 11.0-volts.

12-volt battery is low.

Recharge/replace battery.

The inverter will automatically

shut off after battery voltage

reaches 10.5-volts.

Display shows . 12-volt

voltage is too high.

If in a vehicle, repair/replace

the alternator or charging

system.

Use a properly sized and

rated 12-volt battery.

If the input voltage returns to

15-volts or less, the inverter

will automatically restart.

Display shows .Device

demands more than the

inverter’s continuous power

rating.

Cycle the inverter power OFF

and ON.

If problem persists, use a

larger inverter or a smaller

device.

Display shows . Inverter

is too hot.

Increase the ventilation to the

inverter.

Move the inverter to a cooler

area.

Reduce the power

consumption of the device.

The inverter will automatically

reset after cooling.

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PROBLEM

REASON

SOLUTiON

Inverter does not turn on.

Poor contact at terminals

Check for poor connection

to battery or power supply.

Make sure connection points

are clean. Rock clamps

back and forth for a better

connection.

Fuse is blown.

A blown fuse is usually

caused by reverse polarity

or a short circuit within the

inverter.

To replace, contact a qualiﬁed

service technician who will

diagnose the inverter and

replace the fuse(s) with the

appropriate replacement(s).

Inverter may be defective.

See warranty and call

Customer Service 1-800-621-

5485 (Hours 7:00 am to 5:00

pm CST).

10.

SPECiFiCATiONS

Model: Xi41dU

Maximum Continuous Output ---------------------------------------------------------- 410 Watts

Surge Capacity (0.1 second) ----------------------------------------------------------- 820 Watts

No Load Current Draw ------------------------------------------------------------------------- <0.5A

Output Wave Form ----------------------------------------------------------- Modiﬁed Sine Wave

Input Voltage Range ----------------------------------------------------------- 10.5V – 15.5V DC

Output Voltage Range -------------------------------------------------------------- 120V ± 5% AC

Low Battery Alarm ------------------------------------------------------- Audible, 11V ± 0.3V DC

Low Voltage Shut Off ------------------------------------------------------------ 10.5V ± 0.3V DC

Over Voltage Shutdown --------------------------------------------------------- 15.5V ± 0.5V DC

Optimum Efﬁciency ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 85%

AC Receptacle ------------------------------------------------------------ Two, NEMA 5 - 15 USA

USB Port -------------------------------------------------------------------- One, USB 5V 0.5 Amp

Dimensions --------------------------------------------------------------------- 5” L x 4” W x 2.2” H

Weight --------------------------------------------------------------------------- approximately 2 lbs.

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Model: Xi50dU

Maximum Continuous Output ---------------------------------------------------------- 500 Watts

Surge Capability (0.1 second) -------------------------------------------------------- 1000 Watts