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electronics - might be better suited with a true sine inverter. Other
attributes include reduced electronic signal noise, minimal heat,
faster run time and more reliability.
How do I use the inverter?
Small inverters (400 watts or less) can be connected to a vehicle's
battery through the DC (cigarette lighter) plug. Larger inverters
must be connected directly using battery type cables. Please
note that cigarette lighters cannot handle large loads; if the
cigarette lighter in your car is rated at 10 amps, you will only be
able to use the inverter up to 120 watts, 15 amps will allow you to
use it up to 180 watts and 20 amps up to 240 watts or up to 400
watts using a battery cable clip set by connecting them directly
to the battery. Always check your vehicle instruction manual
before using any type of power inverter.
Large inverters (1000 watts or more) must be hard-wired directly to
the battery. When connecting the inverter to the battery, keep the
cables between your inverter and batteries as short as possible
to keep the inverter signal clean. Always use the thickest gauge
wire available, and check the owner's manual for guidelines. An
in-line fuse or circuit breaker (typically 80 amp) installed near the
battery is helpful in preventing an accidental short circuit or risk
of fire. Basic installation would be as follows: Unscrew the nut
that secures the positive (+) battery terminal to the battery post,
slip the power lead terminal over the bolt that secures the battery
terminal to the battery post and replace the nut. Do not attach
the power lead terminal directly to the battery post. The ground
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