Vector Pocket Generator VEC018-AC - Manual (Page 13)

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Battery Operating Time
1. Always turn power switch on the inverter to OFF position when unit is not in use. If
the switch is left in the ON position, it will drain the Pocket Generator™ battery.
2. WARNING: Never run both AC and DC devices at the same time as this can
damage the Pocket Generator™.
3. Always recharge unit after using.
With a full charge, the Power Force 50™ inverter will deliver a minimum
operating time of 30 minutes to one hour. In most instances, 1-3 hours of
operating time is achievable (see chart below).
TROUBLESHOOTING
Protective Features of the Power Force 50™
The Power Force 50™ monitors the following potentially hazardous conditions:
Low Battery Voltage - this condition is not harmful to the inverter but could dam-
age the power source, so the inverter automatically shuts down when input voltage
drops to 10.0 volts. When this condition is corrected, the unit may be restarted.
Over Voltage Protection - the Power Force 50™ will automatically shut down
when the input voltage exceeds 15 volts DC.
Short Circuit Protection - Reverse polarity or a short circuit condition will usually
result in failure of the inverter’s fuse. Immediately disconnect the shorted load and
replace the fuse inside the Pocket Generator™.
Estimated Operation Times:
110-VOLT AC APPLIANCE APPROX. RUNNING TIME
50 WATT LAMP 40 MINUTES
LAPTOP / PRINTER 1.5 HOURS
DESK FAN 2.0 HOURS
STEREO/CD PLAYER 2.5 HOURS
CELLULAR PHONE, POWER TOOLS 5 TO 10 HOURS
& CAMCORDER CHARGERS