Windy Nation VertaMax Power Inverter - Manual (Page 8)

VertaMax User Manual
Revision 1.1
IMPORTANT: Do not turn on all AC products at the same time and turn on the larger power product first.
IMPORTANT: In the ON position, even if no loads are connected, there is a low current draw (<600mA).
3.1.2 Power OFF
From the AC Output end of the inverter, switch the rocker power switch down to the OFF position to shut
down the Inverter completely, preventing it from drawing power from the batteries. The green power indicator
will go out.
This will also “reset” the unit if it shuts down due to low battery or overload.
3.1.3 Remote ON/OFF
The VertaMax comes supplied with a remote control that will allow you to turn the power inverter ON or OFF
from a remote location when the inverter is installed in an out of reach location.
To remotely control the power function of the inverter, switch the rocker power switch down to the OFF
position, essentially shutting down the Inverter. From the Remote Control press the “ON” button to turn the
inverter on and the “OFF” button to turn the power off.
IMPORTANT: Although the main power rocker switch will be in the OFF position, the green power indicator
will work as normal operation and will light when the VertaMax is remotely “ON”.
3.2 USB P ORT
The USB outlet, if equipped, will supply 5 volts at 500ma to charge and power cell phones, MP3 Players, and
other small electronics. It will NOT transmit or receive any data and is only used to supply power to a USB
powered device.
IMPORTANT: Although the USB port may be present on all models, it may not be wired and equipped for
use. In these cases, a cover will be present on the port and should NOT be removed for use.
3.3 M ETER R EADINGS
The VertaMax is equipped with a digital meter on the AC Output End of the unit. The meter will cycle through
three Input and Output values in three-second intervals as follows:
1) AC LOAD VOLTAGE: The voltage of the AC OUTPUT; shown in Volts AC
2) AC POWER: The output power; shown in Watts
3) DC BATTERY VOLTAGE: The voltage of the DC INPUT; shown in Volts DC
3.4 P ROTECTION – A LARMS
The VertaMax has several protection features to protect itself as well as your electrical system.
3.4.1 Over Input Voltage
When the 12V DC INPUT power voltage exceeds 16V DC, the inverter will automatically shut down.
IMPORTANT: Although the inverter incorporates fused protection against over-voltage, it is still possible to
damage the unit when the input voltage exceeds 16V DC.
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