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Review on Inverter Upgraded Approval Controller Emergency by Dave Wheeler

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Very good inverter - MUST be hardwired to battery

This is a 1500w (3000w peak) inverter that I have used in my RV to power a microwave, coffee maker or TV with To supply electricity when there is no shore power or generator. available. I chose a pure signal wave instead of a modified one because I also plan to power my laptop and TV and charge a medical device as needed. Modified is cheaper but better for tools. The Pure sign wave gives the same output as your home surebet. It's much better for the electronics. The first thing that struck me is that it is well packaged and looks very sturdy. (It's also a lot bigger than I expected.) It comes with rubber mounting grommets for a secure fit, as well as battery cables. It has a grounding lug and three power outlets, plus a power switch if you don't want to use the remote control panel. The instructions state that each plug is rated for 15A (1500W), but the total load of the three plugs should not exceed 15A (1500W). .Installation Considerations: Must be installed in a dry location between 32F-104F with large airflow. It's getting warm. I'll put mine in a heated/cooled storage compartment. You need to make sure that the further away you are from the battery, the bigger the power cables should be. If you underestimate them, there will be a voltage drop and possibly a fire. The included cables didn't get hot when I drew 1300 watts. To test this inverter prior to installation, I simply hooked it up to a Group 29 deep-cycle battery and lit my coffee pot. The load was 1300W and this battery is old. The inverter continued to output 116 VAC 60 Hz even when the battery voltage dropped to 10.9 V. I wanted to see that. Laughing, we plugged in/started our vacuum cleaner, the inverter didn't care. The device's display is well presented with useful information. I like the remote display and power button. This gives me quick health and a way to power it up without digging in my storage compartment. Now when I watch TV at night I don't have to go outside to turn it off. What I like: The remote display is simple and easy to use. the battery was discharged to 1340 watts. What I do not like. I think that the remote display may contain the same information as the inverter display. (But works very well). Maybe an additional update?

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