User Manual for Duracell Pocket Inverter 175W

Quick guide from the manual

The Duracell Pocket Inverter 175W converts 12V DC power from your vehicle or battery into 120V AC power. It is designed for consumer electronics and small appliances. Use the cigarette lighter plug for loads up to 130W and the provided battery clips for loads greater than 130W.

Important Safety Information

Warnings:

• Keep children away from the inverter; it generates lethal AC power similar to a wall outlet.
• Do not use in the presence of flammable fumes or gases (e.g., boat bilge, near propane tanks).
• Do not use in enclosures containing lead-acid batteries, which may vent explosive hydrogen gas.
• The housing can reach 140°F (60°C) during high-power operation; keep away from heat-sensitive materials.
• Do not expose to water, rain, snow, or spray.
• Do not connect live AC power to the inverter's AC outlets.

Inverter Features

The unit includes an AC outlet, a USB power port, an ON/OFF switch with a power/fault light, and ventilation openings. It comes with two DC cable options: a 12V cigarette lighter plug and 12V battery cable clips.

Using the Inverter

Using the DC Cable with Cigarette Lighter Plug:

1. Plug the DC cable into the DC cable port on the inverter, ensuring correct polarity.
2. Insert the cigarette lighter plug into the vehicle's 12V outlet.
3. Plug your device into the AC outlet or USB port.
4. Press the ON/OFF switch.

Using the DC Cable with 12V Cable Clips:

1. Attach the red clip to the positive (+) battery terminal.
2. Attach the black clip to the negative (-) battery terminal.
3. Ensure clips are secure to prevent overheating.
4. Plug the DC cable into the inverter port, observing correct polarity.
5. Press the ON/OFF switch.

Inverter Operation

When connected and switched ON, the light glows blue to indicate readiness. If the light glows red, a fault has occurred. The inverter will automatically shut down in the event of an overload, low battery voltage (below 10.5V), or overheating.

Troubleshooting

• No lights/AC product not working: Check if the battery is defective or if there are loose connections.
• Measured output too low: The inverter uses a modified sine wave; use a true RMS voltmeter for accurate readings.
• Red fault light ON: The product may exceed the continuous power rating, have a high starting surge, or the battery may be discharged.
• Overheating: Ensure proper ventilation and allow the unit to cool for 15 minutes.

Specifications

• Continuous AC Output Power: 130 W
• Peak AC Output Power: 175 W
• AC Output Voltage: 120 V AC
• AC Output Frequency: 60 ± 1 Hz
• USB Output: 5 V DC, 0.5 A
• DC Input Voltage Range: 10.5–15.5 VDC
• Operating Temperature: 0°C–40°C (32°F–104°F)