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.cobra.com 400 WATT POWER INVERTER CPI 480 Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® Printed in China Part No. 480-523-P Version A Introduction Our Thanks to You Thank you for purchOasuinrgTthheaCnokbsra tCoPIY4o80u inverter. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you many years of reliable service - Cobra CPI 480 | CPI480_MANL - Page 2
Operation Turning Your Inverter On or Off 11 Power and Protection Indicators 12 Operating Limits 13 Troubleshooting Guide 14 Specifications 15 Warranty Warranty 16 Customer Assistance Maintenance 17 Product Service 17 A2 A3 Maintenance and Product Service Customer Assistance Maintenance - Cobra CPI 480 | CPI480_MANL - Page 3
installing and using your Cobra power inverter, please read these general precautions and warnings. Caution and Warning Statements To make the most of this inverter, it must be installed and used properly. Please read the installation and operating instructions carefully before installing and - Cobra CPI 480 | CPI480_MANL - Page 4
. If the label on the AC adapter or charger states that it produces a low voltage AC or DC output (less than 30 volts), the inverter will have no problem powering the adapter safely. 2 Introduction Quick Evaluation Before Installation Cobra 400 Watt Output Waveform Some very sensitive electronic - Cobra CPI 480 | CPI480_MANL - Page 5
is a DC power supply, switch it on first. 6. Plug in the test load. On/Off Switch to On Connect Test Load The inverter should supply power to the load. If the inverter is not working properly, refer to the troubleshooting guide on page 14 or power and protection indicators section on page 12 - Cobra CPI 480 | CPI480_MANL - Page 6
position. If the power source is a DC power supply, switch it off as well. 6 NOTE If the inverter is to be used at levels above 150 watts for extended periods of time, a direct connection to the battery is recommended. Do not use the cigarette cord for loads higher than 150 watts. Please contact - Cobra CPI 480 | CPI480_MANL - Page 7
) will blow external fuse in the inverter and may permanently damage the unit. Such damage is not covered by the warranty. CAUTION Remove any jewelry (watch, ring, etc.). Be careful not to short circuit the battery with any metallic object (wrench, etc.). WARNING 115 volt AC power is potentially - Cobra CPI 480 | CPI480_MANL - Page 8
25") Blender 50 watts x 2 hours 115 watts x 3 hours 300 watts x 15 minutes = 100 watt-hours = 345 watt-hours = 75 watt-hours 4. Divide the watt-hours by 10 to determine how many power supply's (12 volt) ampere-hours will be consumed. 10 Operation Power On and Off Turning Your Inverter On or Off - Cobra CPI 480 | CPI480_MANL - Page 9
restart the load. NOTE A momentary sound of the internal alarm and/or flash of the red light is normal at start up. Operation Operating Limits Operating Limits • Power Output The inverter can deliver 400 watts for about 60 minutes. The inverter must cool for 15 minutes before it can resume - Cobra CPI 480 | CPI480_MANL - Page 10
Operation Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide Problem/Symptom Possible Causes Low output voltage Overload " indicator voltage lighted No output voltage Short circuit No power to inverter Blown fuse Low battery alarm Poor DC wiring on all the time Poor battery condition • Solution - Cobra CPI 480 | CPI480_MANL - Page 11
. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A. Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective power inverters, products or component parts upon delivery to the Cobra Factory Service department
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Customer Assistance
A1
Our Thanks to You
Our Thanks to You
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Cobra CPI 480
inverter. Properly used, this Cobra product will
give you many years of reliable service.
HowYour Cobra Power Inverter Works
The Cobra power inverter is an electronic product that
has been designed and built to take low voltage DC (Direct
Current) power from your automobile or other low voltage
power supplies and convert it to standard 115 Volt AC
(Alternating Current) power like the current you have in
your home. This conversion process thereby allows you
to use many of your household appliances and electronic
products in automobiles, RVs, boats, tractors, trucks and
virtually anywhere else.
Customer Assistance
Should you encounter any problems with this product,
or not understand its many features, please refer to this
owner’s manual. If you require further assistance after
reading this manual, Cobra Electronics offers the
following customer assistance services:
For Assistance in the U.S.A.
Automated Help Desk
English only.
24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone).
Customer Assistance Operators
English and Spanish.
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday
(except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).
Questions
English and Spanish.
Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).
Technical Assistance
English only.
www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions).
English and Spanish. productinfo
@
cobra.com (e-mail).
For Assistance Outside the U.S.A.
Contact Your Local Dealer
© 2008 Cobra Electronics Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA
www.cobra.com
Operating Instructions
400 WATT POWER INVERTER
CPI 480
Printed in China
Part No. 480-523-P
Version A
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