Summary of RAP 225
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1 raptor usa www.Raptorusa.Com.
Page 2: 225, 400 & 750 Watt
1 225, 400 & 750 watt power inverter save this instruction manual for future reference. Copyright © 2013 synthesis power printed in china r a p 22 5 modif ied si ne w a v e d c- a c i n v er t er 2 2 5 w a t t rap 225 instruction manual and warranty information page 2 rap 400 rap 750
Page 3: Read All Instructions
2 general safety warnings and instructions safety guidelines and definitions danger: indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Warning: indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious...
Page 4: Save These Instructions
3 *the majority of modern automobiles, rvs and trucks are negative ground. • keep in mind that this inverter will not operate high wattage appliances or equipment that produce heat, such as hair dryers, microwave ovens and toasters. • do not open the inverter — there are no user-serviceable parts in...
Page 5: Introduction
4 introduction thank you for purchasing this raptor power inverter. Please read this instruction manual carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and to avoid damage to this product. This power inverter is configured to supply continuous power in the form of 120 volt ac outlets and a usb po...
Page 6: How These Inverters Work
5 back of unit (all units) 10. Negative (–) dc power connection 11. Grounding post 12. High-speed cooling fans 13. Positive (+) dc power connection 10 11 12 13 how these inverters work your inverter converts low voltage dc (direct current) electricity from a battery to 115 volt ac (alternating curre...
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6 won’t start. Make sure the battery connections are tight and the power source battery (or batteries) is (are) fully- charged. If the connections are good and the power source is charged, but the voltage still drops below 11 volts, you may need to use a larger power source battery (or battery combi...
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7 • never try to use your inverter with any 12 volt dc power source that uses a positive ground. (most vehicles and boats use negative ground systems.) • the power inverter must be connected only to batteries with a nominal output voltage of 12 volts. The unit will not operate from a 6 volt battery ...
Page 9: Installation
8 caution • if the reset pushbutton does not reset the inverter, turn the on/off switch off, then on again. • if turning the on/off switch off, then on again does not reset the inverter, do not attempt to open the inverter. Opening the inverter for any reason will void the warranty. The unit must be...
Page 10: Operating Instructions
9 positive terminal of the battery. 3. Connect the black cable to the black post marked (–) on the back of the inverter. Connect the black battery clip to the negative terminal of the battery. 4. Make sure that all connections between cables and terminals are secure. Direct hardwiring to power sourc...
Page 11: Troubleshooting Guide
10 operation of the usb charging port 1. Connect the inverter to a functioning 12 volt dc power source as described in this instruction manual. Make sure there is adequate space for proper ventilation of the inverter. 2. Press the power pushbutton to turn the unit on. 3. The power/fault led indicato...
Page 12: Care And Maintenance
11 problem/ indication possible cause suggested solution power tool will not operate when plugged into inverter excessive start-up load power tool (or appliance) draws too much voltage; and cannot be used with your inverter. Resetting the inverter after over-voltage or thermal automatic shutdown, yo...
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12 full two-year home use warranty raptor usa warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways. The first option, which will provide an exchange only, is to return the product to ...
Page 14: Specifications
13 specifications rap225 rap400 rap750 maximum continuous power 225w 400w 750w surge capacity (peak power) 450w 800w 1500w output voltage approx. 115 volt ac rms 60 hz approx. 115 volt ac rms 60 hz approx. 115 volt ac rms 60 hz ac output wave form modified sine wave (msw) modified sine wave (msw) mo...