Eric Yes. Thanks.
Here is another discription, from the Elite 15 PFi manual...
"When Power Factor Technology is employed with even the most sophisticated circuit breakers, it e ectively adds to the perceived current load. Though the Elite-15 PF i was designed for steady 15 Amp operation, and peak current demands many times that, the maximum total continuous current draw may be limited to a range between 1400 - 1750 Watts per Elite-15 PF i employed.
The RMS current available before the circuit breaker trips varies due to what is referred to as a vector load. Simply put, the type of power supplies or electronic circuits connected to the Elite-15 PF i will have an e ect on its circuit breakers perceived current load, and therefore, when it will trip. Though the bene ts of Power Factor Technology far outweigh the small reduction in continuous current draw, this must be accounted for when constructing a large system with high current demands.
The total continuous current draw of most electronic components is typically listed in Watts by their AC input cord or AC connector. Watt ratings are simply added to determine the total system RMS current draw. It should also be noted that the Elite-15 PF i’s Power Factor Technology has no actual e ect on the power drawn from your utilities’ power meter. The Elite-15 PF i draws a mere 8.5 Watts independent of other components, so it may be left on at all times."
Maybe this feature never breaks down and I shouldn't be concerned. All I know is I have no idea how to tell if this feature is working.
Thanks