Cobra CPI 150 BK CPI150BK_MANL - Page 3

CPI150BK_manual.qx 4/10/06 2:09 PM Page 4 2 QUICK CHECKOUT Quick Checkout (continued) To connect your inverter to the power source: 1. If the power source is a DC power supply, switch it off. Power Cord 2. Connect power cord to the inverter. 3. Insert the cigarette lighter plug into your vehicle's cigarette lighter. 4. For airline application, remove lighter plug from cable. 3 Airplane Plug Note: Some airplanes are equipped with cigarette lighter type socket. 5. Status LED on top of unit will illuminate indicating "on" status. 6. Plug the power cord from the test load into the inverter's AC receptacle. Testing The inverter will come on automatically. It should supply power to the load. If the inverter does not appear to work properly, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide on page 7. 5V USB Outlet The location where you should use your CPI 150 must be: • dry-Do not use the unit where water can drip or splash on it. • cool-Ambient air temperature should be between 30˚ and 105˚ F (0˚ and 40˚ C). The cooler the better. • ventilated-Allow at least 1 inch (3 cm) of clearance around the unit for proper air flow. Make sure that ventilation openings on the ends of the unit are not obstructed. CAUTION To prevent fire, do not cover or obstruct ventilation openings. 3 OPERATION CAUTION The inverter must only be connected to batteries with a nominal output voltage of 12 volts. It will not work with a 6 volt battery, and will be damaged if it is connected to a 16 volt battery. 4