I posted this twice. I thought I should add this in the Gear section because it has info that might help someone and I added a link to download the owner manual. I ended up buying a 1,000W Pure Sine Inverter today from Canadian Tire on sale for $119.99 (Reg. Price $299.99) MotoMaster Eliminator Digital Power Inverter - Model 011-1892-4 If you are tempted by this deal make sure to read the specifications on the side of the box. The top of the box shows 1000 watts heavy Duty. The first one I bought without reading the specs on the side. I read it when I got home and it showed 800 watts continuous and 1000 watts for 5 minutes.
I found a new owner manual online and to my surprise it showed 1000 watts continuous. My manual showed 800 or 900 watts continuous depending where you looked in the manual. So I phoned another Canadian Tire and asked that they check their stock and read out the specs printed on the side of the box. Theirs was 1000 watt continuous just like what I read in the new owner manual I downloaded.
So I returned the first one. It was older stock manufactured July 2010. The second one I bought had a date of manufacture of November 2011. The inverters looked the same and had the same model number 11-1892-4. Boxes look the same as well.
Only visible difference is the specifications printed on the side and in the manuals. Same box, same model number but big differences depending if you get older stock. Continuous/5 min/surge Old stock: 800/1000/1600 New stock: 1000/1100/2000 The older inverter manufactured July 2010 had 800 watts continuous and 1000 watts for 5 minutes and 1600 watt surge - see photo: The newer inverter manufactured November 2011 had 1000 watts continuous and 1100 watts for 5 minutes and 2000 watt surge - see photo: This 1000 watt pure sine wave inverter weighs 7 lbs. I have a 1000 watt modified sine wave inverter that only weighs 4 lbs. Heavier is better I think It also has some nice features like the digital display, remote on/off switch and a USB outlet. Owner manual for newer stock.
Just an update re: MotoMaster Eliminator Digital Inverter - Model 011-1892-4 This inverter came with a 2 year warranty. On our last trip the inverter started smoking when we heated some food in the microwave oven after pulling over into rest area to have a meal. Something got too hot inside the inverter. The microwave oven was on high for 3 minutes. 980 watts was shown on the inverter display. The battery cables were all cool to the touch. The inverter was running off 4 batteries plus alternator with engine rpm at 1070.
Plenty of input power. The inverter didn't fail or shutdown, no warning beeps, cooling fan worked etc. After the smoke cleared (lots of smoke) I cooked a second meal with the power level on the microwave oven at 8.
That gives the inverter a break periodically as it cooks. We use the inverter on every trip but I don't think we've ever run the microwave oven for more than a minute or two on high at anytime. The inverter continued to work for the rest of the trip (no microwave oven use). The store gave me a replacement inverter as I was within the 2 year warranty period (20 months since purchase). A refund was not permitted. The inverter is rated 1000 watts continuous, 1100 watts for five minutes and 2000 watts surge. It should meet my needs.
I've opened up a few inverters and have seen zip ties and glue etc. The smoke might have been caused by something like that.
I did not open the case on the unit that smoked because of the warranty. I really would have liked to see what got hot.
I'm tempted to install the new inverter and try it as it is rated enough for what I need. A higher capacity pure sine wave inverter will cost me $400 which is money I rather put toward new shocks or a swaybar etc. Manufacture date on the new inverter is 06/2013. Maybe I won't run the microwave oven on more than power level 8. (just thinking here). I've seen a couple of posts from people that confirmed the sine wave with an oscilloscope. There are also a couple of YouTube videos that show the sine wave.
I used the previous one for 1 1/2 years to power the TV, WiFi router, TV antenna, toaster, fridge & charging phones, laptop, camera etc. It's fine for all that.
In testing it has run my air conditioner. I'm just not sure about the 1,000 watt rating. I'm torn between testing new inverter at the full 1000 watts or not and just live with running the microwave on power level 8 for example.
I kind of know that one day I'm going to want know if it can handle 1000 watts or not. Whatever caused all the smoke from the now returned inverter did not stop the inverter from working.
It is funny we are are our best teachers I have burn up many inverters a number of different ways. To small plug in type into cigarette lighter.
Hooking them up backwards to battery clip style, not putting fuse inline for just such overloads. Oh and under sizing the unit for your needs and big number one under sizing the wire and the number of batteries.Just running the engine don't cut it you need to have enough power so it dose not have to surge to do the job right. Oh and if you wonder why you cooked you alternator you might start by looking at the fact you over loaded it from using your inverter without enough batteries. Yea learning cost money doing the job right cost less in the long run. For just microwaving and maybe a cooler you will need no less than a 1500 watt unit and two deep-cycle battery's battery isolator that charges the batteries when the ignition is on but will not drain you car battery, car battery should never be discharged by A inverter you will destroy your high amperage battery doing so very fast.
They are not meant to be cycled like deep cycle batteries are. Best inverter batteries I have found are 6 volt golf cart batteries four of them with heavy cables linking them to inverter with fuse inline on positive side do a great job.A battery switch is a must. Don't find your self with a dead battery in the middle of nowhere for days as what happen to me in Hawaii. Two days on the beach nobody!
Solar panel never worked right lol. Deep cycle batteries never run down below 50% charge they will have to be replaced sooner.(less than a year) Always make sure you charge up to full charge after use about 12.6 volts min is full charge on a stand by battery not charging.
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With a little care you can use a inverter. If you willing to put the time a money into doing the right job hooking up an inverter and keeping the batteries up every time you use it.
If not maybe you should have a small honda 2000 watt generator handy it will do the job with no mess of batteries or inverters.I have one to charge my batteries up so i am not sitting on the beach for two days doing nothing out of beer and ice Hot. Hope this helps someone.
. 843 Answers SOURCE: DO NOT DO THIS! If I understand you correctly you want to have three ways to have 110 power in your motor home- (1)Vehicle 12V to inverter to main panel. (2)Generator to main panel. (3)plug the main panel into 110V.
If any two of these are connected at the same time and they are both live, somethings going to blow. That's because with AC, the two sources must be synchronized in their cycles very precisely. The utility company connects their power plants together on the grid only with the aid of precise controls. But the really serious problem is the same reason they invented transfers switches for home generators - if you were connected to (3) and the power went out, and you connected (1) or (2) without disconnecting the dead (3), you will backfeed power to the line outside and you just might kill the lineman who is trying to fix the power outage. Posted on May 20, 2010. Assuming you have a 12VDC In 120V AC out 3000W inverter.
LUP indicates battery voltage is low, so firstly make sure: 1. You 12V battery is good, it's large enough a minimum of 75AH and probably much larger is recommended and it's fully charged. Verify you are using the correct size copper wires from battery to the Inverter DC INPUT(s). If you keep wire short the wire size can be smaller, but if the DC input wires are longer then you will need to use thicker copper wires. At MAx load you would be taking 250 AMP from battery, so for a 5% Volatge drop of.6 V for a 10 ft length of cables from battery to Inverter you would need to use a 1AWG copper cable.
OLP is a overload condition, which means you may have to many high powered AC powered things connected to the Inverters AC outlets or maybe something that has large start up surge, ie devices large electric motors. Or it could be all due to a faulty Inverter. Oct 22, 2016. Are you wanting to install circuit breakers on the DC (battery) side? If so, you won't need them to protect the unit as it is already fused.
But, it would be a good idea to install them as close to the battery so that if a wiring fault develops in te cable going to the inverter, it would be protected as well. For the AC side, breakers are sized according to the wire size, not the capacity of the inverter. But, you can always use a smaller size if you want to try and protect the inverter from overloads as well. Your inverter is rated at 1000 watts, which is a bit over 8 amps of AC current. Use a 10 amp circuit breaker, and don't use smaller than 16ga wire for short distances.
Use larger guage wire (12ga is 20amp residential requirement, 14ga is 15amp residential requirement) for the longer runs. This inverter is not designed for a permanent install, its not intended to be run continuously. There are inverters designed for this, you can find an idea of product selection at rv suppliers, alternative energy shops, etc. Jun 24, 2010. You should go with a 4 guage power wire kit. If your amp is going in and out at high volume than that is your problem. 8 guage will work but, if you want the proper current which is your power from your battery, going to your amp than I would recomend the 4 guage amp install kit or just the main power wire coming from your battery.
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This will help your batteries perform their best and keep the unit’s signal clean. The cables that come with the inverter are “rated” or good for up to six ft. If you plan on going over six ft., drop down to a larger gauge cable. Please call us if you are still unsure.
This is pretty important stuff that should NOT be overlooked. If the cables between your battery and inverter get hot while under heavy load, then you should use heavier cables. Can I use an extension cord with my inverter? Yes, no problem.
If cables need to be run, it is best to keep the unit as close as possible to the batteries. Use extension cords on the output side (Vac output) rather than extending the VDC cables. Tip: Contractors often need to mount the inverter in the back of their trucks. In a case like this it would be best to mount a secondary battery near the inverter and wire it to the primary truck battery.
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Vac extension cords should not exceed 200 feet or you will have signal loss How long can I expect my devices to run? The run time depends solely on the amount and size (capacity) of your batteries. FORMULA:. Total the amps on your batteries and divide by 12. Take that number and set it aside, we’ll get back to it in a moment.
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The more batteries you put in parallel the longer runtime you can expect. With an inverter installed on a truck, can the engine be idled to maintain a charge on the batteries to offset the drain by heavy powertool use? Yes, most of our customers will leave their vehicle running while using their unit. We recommend that only 2500 watt inverters and below be used on your truck or large vehicle. Advise your vehicle’s manufacture or mechanic to make sure your alternator will keep up with the amps being used. What is the Low Voltage Alarm & Shutdown? The low voltage alarm will sound when the DC source falls below 10 volts and the automatic shutdown will power off the inverter.
This is done to save your battery(ies) so you can restart your vehicle. My inverter’s fans won’t come on Good! On almost all of our inverters over 1000 watts, the fans are connected to a thermal switch which will only allow the fans to come on when they reach a certain temperature. This helps keep your batteries holding their charge longer, and also makes it QUIET!
Is my inverter weatherproof? Treat your inverter like you would your TV. You wouldn’t put your TV outside in the rain, please don’t leave your inverter there either. Be aware of lighting storms. If struck, your inverter would go into a permanent overload state and may even smoke it. If using in a marine environment, try to keep it tucked away underneath, in a dryer area.
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What type of batteries do you recommend? Most of our customers prefer to use deep cycle marine batteries with their inverters. A few advantages are:. Delivers higher peak amps faster than conventional batteries. Provides up to twice the life of conventional batteries. More consistent voltage across the discharge curve.
Superior cold and hot weather performance vs. Conventional batteries We suggest Lifeline deep cycle batteries, they work extremely well with power inverters. The following three paragraphs are from OPTIMA Batteries: Connecting Batteries Together in Parallel If your battery application requires more starting power or reserve capacity you can install multiple batteries together in parallel by connecting the like terminals together (positive to positive / negative to negative). Each time you add a battery in parallel you increase the CCA and Reserve Capacity, the voltage remains at 12 volts. For example, two OPTIMA® 34/78’s in parallel will provide 1600 CCA and 208 minutes reserve.
Three in parallel provides 2400 CCA and 312 minutes of reserve. If you have any questions about multiple battery installations, contact an appropriate automotive service center. Suggestions for connecting batteries in parallel. Use batteries of identical make, model, and age.
Make sure cable gauge is sufficient to handle the higher current flow. Prevent cables from shorting (do not allow them to rub against the vehicle body). Use only high quality connectors, clean all contacts prior to installation. Periodically check all connections for snugness. If you are unsure of this procedure, contact your automotive service center.
Battery installation tips. Ensure that the battery is properly secured in the vehicle or equipment to prevent movement or vibration wear.
Do not over tighten the hold down bracket. Connect high amperage accessories such as a winch to the top terminals only. Do NOT use the side terminals. Replace any cables and connectors that have corrosion, rust, or other damage. Do not install batteries in a non-ventilated or sealed compartment.
Do not lift or handle the batteries by the terminals. Do not over tighten terminal bolts What is the difference between a modified sine and pure sine wave inverter? Modified sine wave power inverters are more portable than pure sine wave power inverters, lighter, and lower in cost. If your device will handle voltage fluctuations, a modified sine wave inverter should be considered.Most devices that people typically wish to power will work fine with a modified sine wave inverter, as a precaution, please contact the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is compatible.
Pure sine wave power inverters allow motors to run cooler, last longer and provide very clean power like you would receive from a power company. Devices such as laser printers, digital clocks, and most medical equipment require a pure sine wave inverter to run correctly. As noted above, as a precaution, please contact the manufacturer of your device to determine if pure sine wave power is required.
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It doesn’t matter if inverter is on or off, you will most likely smoke your inverter. Need a transfer switch? What’s this hertz thing all about? Here in the US, things run at 60Hz, in Europe and most other places around the world, things run at 50Hz. You’ll most likely require a 60Hz inverter if you are running a device intended to run on US power. We like to go camping and travel quite frequently. Kanye west yeezus download.
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