Xantrex Technology 400 Plus, 400 R Bedienungsanleitung

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    by XPower Powerpack 400 Plus and XPower Powerpack 400 R Owner’s Guide 975-0162-01-01_Rev-C.b ook Page i Fr iday, October 2 0, 2006 10:40 AM[...]

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    About Xantrex Xantrex T echnology Inc. is a world-leadin g supp lier of advan ced power electronic s and controls with product s from 50 watt mob ile units to 2.5 MW u tility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microtu rbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems. Xantrex products include in[...]

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    i About This Guide Purpose The purpose of this Owner ’ s is to provide explanations and procedures for installing, ope rating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the XPowe r Powerpack 400 Plus and XPower Powerpack 400 R. The Guide provides safety guide lines, detai led plannin g and setup information, as well as in formation about operating and tro[...]

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    About T his Guide ii 975-0162-01-01 References to XPower Powerpack In this guide, both the XPower Powerpack 400 Plus and the XPower Powerpack 400 R (with radio and air compressor) are referred to as XPower Powerpack when the information applies to both models. However , when the information is specific to one model, then reference is made specifica[...]

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    iii Important Safety Instructions The XPower Powerpack 400 Plus and XPower Powerpack 400 R generate a type of AC power similar to a normal household wall outlet. Opera ting the XPower Powerpack incorrectly or misus ing it may damage the equipment or create hazardous conditions for the user . W arnings and Cautions Import ant: Before using your XPow[...]

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    Important Safety Instructions iv 975-0162-01-01 Figure i Basic Safety 975-0162-01-01_Rev-C.b ook Page iv Friday, October 20, 2006 1 0:40 AM[...]

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    Important Safety Instructions 975-0162-01-01 v W ARNING: Explosion hazar d Do not use this product where ther e are flammable fumes or gases, such as in the bilge of a gasolin e- powered boat, or near propane tanks. Do not use this product in an enclosure contain ing automotive-type lead acid batter ies. These batteries, unlike the sealed AGM batte[...]

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    Important Safety Instructions vi 975-0162-01-01 Precautions W hen W orking W ith Batteries 1. Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the manufact urer of the equipment in which the battery is installed. 2. Make sure the area around the battery is well-ventilated. 3. Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of the[...]

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    Important Safety Instructions 975-0162-01-01 vii 4. Be careful not to drop a me tal object on the battery or allow a metal tool to simu ltaneously touch the positive and negative cable ends or battery terminals. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical parts and cause an explosio n. 5. Remove personal metal items such as ring[...]

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    Important Safety Instructions viii 975-0162-01-01 Precautions for Using Rechar geable Appliances Most rechargeable battery-operated equipment uses a separate charger or transformer that is plugged into an AC receptacle and produces a low voltage charging output. Some chargers for rechar geable batteries can be damaged if connected to the XPower Pow[...]

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    ix Contents Important Safety Instructions Warnings and Cautions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - iii Precautions When Working With Batteries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - vi Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances - - - - - - - - - - viii 1 Introduction About the XPower Powerpack - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [...]

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    Contents x 975-0162-01-01 3 Operation Operating Conditions and Guidelines - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–1 Choosing a Location - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–2 Recharging the XPower Powerpack Battery - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–3 Charging with the AC Charger - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–4 Chargin[...]

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    Contents 975-0162-01-01 xi 4 Maintenance Battery Maintenance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–1 Replacing the Internal Battery - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–2 Battery Life - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–2 Obtaining a Replacement Battery - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -[...]

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    xii 975-0162-01-01_Rev-C.b ook Page xii Friday, October 20, 2006 10: 40 AM[...]

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    xiii Figures Figure 2-1 Package Contents - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–1 Figure 2-2 Front Panel Enlargement - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–2 Figure 2-3 Storage Compartment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–4 Figure 2-4 Back Panel Radio En largemen t - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–5 Figure 2-5 Air Comp[...]

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    xiv 975-0162-01-01_Rev-C.b ook Page xiv Friday, October 20, 2006 10: 40 AM[...]

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    1-1 1 Introduction About the XP ower P owerpack Easy-to-use and designed for years of reliable service, the XPower Powerpack can run many AC appliances and 12 volt DC appliances whenever you n eed power for work o r play , at home or on the road . XPower Powerpack: • Powers 1 15 volt AC appliances • Powers 12 volt DC applianc es • Jump-starts[...]

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    Introduction 1-2 975-0162-01-01 Overheating The XPower Pow erpack is pro t ected from overheating. If the inverter exceeds a s afe temper ature, power to the AC Outlet and DC Socket automatically shuts of f. It will reset automatically after the unit cools down. Low Battery Protection Low battery protection protects the internal battery from excess[...]

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    2-1 2 F eatur es Chapter 2 describes the main features of the XPower Powerpack. W e recommend th at you familiarize yourself with these features before operating the unit. Contents Y our XPower Powerpack package includes the items shown in Figure 2-1. If any of these materials are missing or are unsatisfactory in any way , please contact Customer S[...]

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    Fe a t u r e s 2-2 975-0162-01-01 XP ower P owerpack F eatures Front P anel Figure 2-2 F ro nt P anel Enlargement 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Control Panel DC Socket Cover AC Outlet Cover 975-0162-01-01_Rev-C.b ook Page 2 Fr iday, October 20, 200 6 10:40 AM[...]

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    XP ower P ower pack F eatures 975-0162-01-01 2-3 See “Control Panel Operati on” on page 3–16 for detailed instructions on using the Control Panel. Fe a t u r e D e s c r i p t i o n DC Power Socket can: • Power 12 volt DC auto, R V , or marine appliances . • Recharge XPower Powerpack from a 12 V outlet in a vehicle using the DC Char ging [...]

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    Fe a t u r e s 2-4 975-0162-01-01 Storag e Compartment Figure 2-3 Storage Compart ment F eature Description AC Charger lets you recharge the XPower Powerpack from a standard AC wall outlet and can only be used to rech arge the internal battery of the XPower Powerpack. The charger can be stored in AC charger compartm ent or in the Accessory Bag. Cha[...]

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    XP ower P ower pack F eatures 975-0162-01-01 2-5 Radio (XP ower P owerpack 400 R only) See “Radio Operation” on page 3–29 for detailed instructions for using the radio features. Figure 2-4 Back P anel Ra dio Enlargement F eature Description F eature Description FM antenna Minutes set button Frequency indicator light V olume dial Power O FF bu[...]

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    Fe a t u r e s 2-6 975-0162-01-01 Air Compressor Figure 2-5 Air Compressor F eatures F eature Description O N /O FF switch turns the comp ressor unit on and off. Pressur e gauge shows the PSI (lbs/in2) V alve connector with connector hose Nozzle Adapters (one Large and Small Nozzle adap ter , 1 sports needle adapter) 3 2 1 Nozzle Adapters: Small No[...]

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    XP ower P ower pack F eatures 975-0162-01-01 2-7 Emerg ency Light and Jump-Start P ort Figure 2-6 Emergency Light and Jump-start P ort Fe a t u r e D e s c r i p t i o n 5 W incandescent light illuminates for about 30 h ours when the battery is fully charged. Light ON / OFF Switch (400 Plus) Light ON / OFF /Pulse Switch (400R) Jump-S tart Cable Por[...]

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    Fe a t u r e s 2-8 975-0162-01-01 Accessories Figure 2-7 Accessories and Accessory Bag F eature Description Red emergency light cover lens stored in the rear compartment (XPower Powerpack 400 R only). This cover can turn the 5 W incandescent light into a red “emergency” light when placed over the existing clear lens. Detachable heavy-duty jump-[...]

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    3-1 3 Operation Chapter 3 explains how to operate the XPower Powerpack efficiently . This chapter covers: • Choosing a Location (page 3–2) • Recharging the XPower Powerpack (page 3–3) • Operating AC appliances (pa ge 3–1 1) • Operating 12 volt DC appliances (page 3–14) • Control Panel Operation (page 3–16 • Jump-starting a veh[...]

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    Operation 3-2 975-0162-01-01 Choosing a Location The XPower Powerpack should be operated only in locations that meet the follo wing requirements. W ARNING: Fir e or explosion The XPower Powerpack contains components that tend to produce arcs or sparks. T o prevent fire or explosion, do not operate the XPower Powerpack in compartments containing bat[...]

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    Recharging the XP ower P owerpack Battery 975-0162-01-01 3-3 Attention: Charg e Befor e Use Charge theXPower Powerpack fo r at least 48 ho urs immedi- ately after purchase. Recharge after each use and once every three months. See “Recharging the XPower Powerpack Bat- tery”. Failure to follow these instru ctions will void the product warranty . [...]

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    Operation 3-4 975-0162-01-01 Charging with the A C Char ger Using the AC Charger is the si mplest method for rechar ging the battery . While charging from an AC source, the Char ging Stat us LED on the Control Panel will flash. The LED will illuminate steady when the ba ttery has reached capacity . Char ging using this method can take approximately[...]

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    Recharging the XP ower P owerpack Battery 975-0162-01-01 3-5 Figure 3-2 Charging with AC P ower 1. Ensure the Emergency Light Switch is in the O FF position. (Center) ≈ 35 hours charge time (assuming the battery ha s been fully discharged). 2. Ensure the AC Power Switch is in the O FF Position. 3. Insert the AC Charging plug into the Charger Inpu[...]

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    Operation 3-6 975-0162-01-01 Charging with the DC-to-DC Accessory Cable The XPower Powerpack comes with a DC Charging cable to allow the unit to be char ged from a DC source such as an automobile, R V , or boat. The DC Charg ing Input Port is the DC Socket on the front o f the unit. Th e vehicle to be used for charging must have a 12 Vdc accessory [...]

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    Recharging the XP ower P owerpack Battery 975-0162-01-01 3-7 Figure 3-3 Charging with DC Power 1. In sert one end of the DC Charging Cable into th e DC Socket on the front unit. Vehicle’s 12 Vdc Power Socket 2. Ensure the vehicle’s engine is ru nning and insert the other e nd of the DC Charging Cable into the 12 Vdc Accessory Socket in the vehi[...]

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    Operation 3-8 975-0162-01-01 Recharging with a Gener ator’ s Regulated 12 Vdc Outlet Refer to the Owner ’ s Guide acco mpanying your generator for detailed instructions on connectin g the gene rator to a unit like the XPower Powerpack. Y ou can recharge the battery of the XPower Powerpa ck using a generator in several way s: • Using the AC Ch[...]

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    Recharging the XP ower P owerpack Battery 975-0162-01-01 3-9 Recharging Fr om a Solar P anel Small, unregulated 12-volt solar panels can be used to char ge the XPower Powerpack through the AC Charger Input Socket on the back of the unit. The so lar panels must be rated to produce a maximum of 2.5 amps (or 30 watts) max imum. Some panels may already[...]

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    Operation 3-10 975-0162-01-01 Checking the State-of-Charg e Import ant: If using the DC-to-DC accessory cable socket to charge the unit using solar panels, the solar panel must be regulated. Solar panels can rest at up to 18 Vdc with full sunlig ht when batteries are full. This can cau se damage to the battery . This kind of damage is not covered u[...]

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    AC Applia nces 975-0162-01-01 3-11 A C Appliances The XPower Powerpack has two AC power outlet s for use with AC appliances. Y ou can either plug the appliance directly into the AC outlet on the XPower Powerpack or you can use an AC power bar to increase the number of outlets available. However , the co mbined loads cannot exceed 320 watts AC (2.66[...]

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    Operation 3-12 975-0162-01-01 Operating A C Appliances Low-Battery Alarm While in use, when the ba ttery reaches 1 1 Vdc, the Low-Battery Alarm will sound indicating that battery is low the unit is about to be shutdown to prevent battery damage. When the battery reaches 10.5 Vdc, the unit will automatically disconnect pow er to the AC outlets. If t[...]

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    AC Applia nces 975-0162-01-01 3-13 Overload Protection In the event of an overload (> 320 W ac) or ov erheating, the XPower Powerpack au tomatically shuts down. Remove the load. The unit should reset. High Surg e Appliances The wattage rating of AC app liances is the average power used by the appliance. Appliances such as televisions, computer m[...]

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    Operation 3-14 975-0162-01-01 12 Vdc Appliances The XPower Powerpack can operate one 12 Vdc auto, R V , marine, or other po rtable appliance that draws 12 amps or less from a 12 Vdc power outlet or from a vehicle’ s accessory socket. The fewer watts a 12 Vd c appliance draws, the longer the XPower Powerpack will operate before recharging is requi[...]

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    12 Vdc Appliances 975-0162-01-01 3-15 Operating DC Appliances Overload Protection If the 12 Vdc appliance draws more than 12 amps (or has a short-circuit defect), the internal circuit breaker of the XPower Powerpack shuts off the power to the 12 Vdc appliance. If this occurs, un plug the 12 Vdc appliance, and the internal circuit breake r automatic[...]

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    Operation 3-16 975-0162-01-01 Control P anel Operation Figure 3-8 Using the Control P anel How to... Required Condition Required Action Note Monitor total AC power consumed by the applications powered from the Powerpack’ s two AC outlets Inverter ’ s ON / OF F switch is turne d ON ; Output Power (W) light illuminat es (green); AC charger is unp[...]

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    Control P anel Operation 975-0162-01-01 3-17 Monitor Battery Charging status Inverter ’ s ON / OF F switch is t urned to OFF ; All appliances must be disconnected from the AC and DC power outlets; The ON / OFF switch of the incandescent light must be turned to OF F ; The AC charger must be plugged into the Powerpack’ s Charger Input Socket and [...]

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    Operation 3-18 975-0162-01-01 Jump-Starting a V ehicle’ s Engine Y ou can use the XPower Powerpack to jump-start a vehicle or boat engine that has a 12 -volt starting battery using the Jump-Start cables supplied with the unit. WARN I NG : F i re h a za rd Never allow cables’ red and black clamps to touch each other or another common metal co nd[...]

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    Jump-Starting a V ehicle’ s Engine 975-0162-01-01 3-19 T o jump-start a vehicle or boat engine: Figure 3-9 Using the Jump-start Cables 975-0162-01-01_Rev-C.b ook Page 19 Friday, October 20, 2006 10:40 AM[...]

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    Operation 3-20 975-0162-01-01 Using the Emerg ency Light The XPower Powerpack has a built-in incandescent light which will operate for about 30 hours before the unit needs to be recharged. The XPower Powerpack 400 Plus has a two-position OF F / ON switch (located beneath the light’ s lens). The XPower Powerpack 400 R has a three-position ON / OF [...]

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    Using the Emergency Light 975-0162-01-01 3-21 Figure 3-11 Using the Emergency Light OFF O N /O FF Switch is in the CENTER position. ON PULSE (XPower Powerpack 400 R only) O N /O FF Switch is in the FAR RIGHT position. O N /O FF Switch is in the FAR LEFT position. 975-0162-01-01_Rev-C.b ook Page 21 Friday, October 20, 2006 10:40 AM[...]

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    Operation 3-22 975-0162-01-01 Using the Air Compressor WARN I NG : F i re h a za rd The compressor is designed fo r short term op eration only . Operating the compressor over an extended period of time will cause the compressor unit to overh eat, which could lead to fire. Allow the compressor to cool do wn for 10 minutes af ter each 10 minutes of c[...]

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    Using the Air Compressor 975-0162-01-01 3-23 Figure 3-12 XP ower P owerpack Air Compressor Figure 3-13 V alue Connector Usage Valve Connector Storage Valve Connector Hose Thumb Latch Pressure Gauge O N /O FF Switch Sports Ball Needle Large Adapter Small Adapter Thumb Latch OPEN Thumb Latch CLOSED Note : Leave the thum b latch in the OPEN position f[...]

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    Operation 3-24 975-0162-01-01 Over -T emperature Safety Pr otection The XPower Powerpack is equipped with an over-temperature safety protection feature that automatically turns the compressor off if it begins to exceed a safe operating temperature. Once the compressor cools down to its normal operating temperature it will automatically turn on agai[...]

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    Using the Air Compressor 975-0162-01-01 3-25 If the XPower Powerpack shuts off due to an over-temperature condition, tu rn off the power switch and allow the compressor to c ool for 15 minutes before re-starting. Inflating Tires The information in T able 3-3 is for reference only . For precise pressure specifications, refer to the information suppl[...]

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    Operation 3-26 975-0162-01-01 T o inflate your vehicle, motor cycle, or bicycle tire s: Figure 3-15 Inflating tires 1. Locate Value Connecto r. Remove from storage and uncoil hose. Insta ll a nozzle adapter if necessary. 2. Remove Valve Stem Cap from tire to be inflated. 3. Pl ace Valve Connector firmly and completely over valve stem on the tire. 4[...]

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    Using the Air Compressor 975-0162-01-01 3-27 Inflating Small Sports Equipment Y ou can us e the compressor to inflate small sports equipment such as balls (soccer balls an d footballs). T o inflate small sports equipment: CA UTION The XPower Powerpack cannot b e used to inflate large capacity inflatables such as float tubes, la rge air mattresses, [...]

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    Operation 3-28 975-0162-01-01 Using the Radio: XP ower P owerpack 400 R Po w e r D r a w The AM/FM radio on the back panel is po wered by the internal battery in the XPower Powerpack 400 R. When turned on, th e radio draws 30 mA, allowing you to use the radio for more than on e month when the XPower Powerpack 400 R is fully charged . Listening to t[...]

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    Using the Radio: XP ower P owerpack 400 R 975-0162-01-01 3-29 Radio Operation How to... Require d Condition Required Action Note Listen to the radio Press the AM band button or the FM band button . T o turn off the radio, press the power OF F button . When radio is on, the station frequency is displayed. When radio is off, the ti me is displayed. S[...]

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    Operation 3-30 975-0162-01-01 Connecting to an External Battery Y ou can extend battery opera ting times by connecting the XPower Powerpack to a larger external 12 Vdc battery . For example, an external 60 Ah battery gives approx imately four times the operating time of the XPower Powerpack internal 20 Ah battery . W ARNING: Acid spills Use a seale[...]

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    Connecting to an External Battery 975-0162-01-01 3-31 Figure 3-18 Basic Jump-start Cable Safety Do NOT reverse the polarity of the battery! Only connect to a 12 Vdc Battery. Do NOT allow the clamps on the Jump-start cable touch each other when connected to the XPower Powerpa ck.! 975-0162-01-01_Rev-C.b ook Page 31 Friday, October 20, 2006 10:40 AM[...]

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    Operation 3-32 975-0162-01-01 T o connect the XPower Powerpack to an external battery using the jump-start cables: Figure 3-19 Connecting the XP ower P owerpac k to an External Battery To connect the XPower Powerpack to an exter nal battery using th e jump-start cables: 1. Connect the cables to the Jump-Start Cable Port on the left side of the XPow[...]

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    4-1 4 Maintenance Chapter 4 provides information on maintaining your internal battery , recharging options for the internal battery , and replacing user-replaceable parts. Routine maintenance is requir ed to keep your XPower Powerpack operating properly . Occasionally clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth to remove the accumulated dust a[...]

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    Maintenance 4-2 975-0162-01-01 Replacing the Internal Battery Battery Life The high quality battery used in the XPower Powerpack will serve as a reliable power source for years when properly maintained. T o maximize battery life, it is important to recharge the XPower Powerpack battery after each use. T o maximize battery life, it is important to r[...]

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    Replacing the Internal Battery 975-0162-01-01 4-3 Obtaining a Replacement Battery When the battery reaches the en d of its service life, you may purchase a replacement through an indust rial battery supplier . The supplier should specialize in deep-cycle batteries. The recommended replacement batteri es are standard sizes used for a variety of appl[...]

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    Maintenance 4-4 975-0162-01-01 Battery Replacement Procedure Before attempting to replace the internal battery , make sure you: • Disconnect any charging cables, 12 volt DC appliances, and AC appliances from the XPower Powerpack. • T urn of f the AC Outlet ON / OFF switch and turn of f the light switch. • Remove the jump-start cables. T o rep[...]

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    Replacing the Incandescent Light 975-0162-01-01 4-5 4. After removing the old battery , position the new battery close to the back of the XPower Powerpack. Make sure the positiv e battery terminal is next to the red positive (+) internal cable an d the black negative terminal is next to the black ne gative (–) internal cable. 5. Securely fasten t[...]

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    Maintenance 4-6 975-0162-01-01 Replacing the External Fuse The replacement fuse must be rated at 250 A, 32 Vdc. (MEGA Fuse - 2 1 1/16" x 3/4" Holes: 2" on center . Max. 32-volt DC) T o r eplace the external fuse : Figure 4-2 Replacing the Fuse 1. Locate the Fuse Cover inside the Storage Compartment of XPower Powerpack. 3. Unscrew the[...]

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    Recycling 975-0162-01-01 4-7 Recycling The XPower Powerpack is designed to provide y ears of service. However , when the inte rnal battery reaches the end of its service life, you will need to replace it as described in your manual. Because the internal battery contains lead, which can be hazardous if exposed to the en vironment, the old internal b[...]

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    Maintenance 4-8 975-0162-01-01 975-0162-01-01_Rev-C.b ook Page 8 Fr iday, October 20, 200 6 10:40 AM[...]

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    A-1 A Specifications Chapter A, “Specifications” includes the electrical, mechanical, and environmen tal s pecifications for the XPower Powerpack. Electrical Specifications 12 V DC Section Internal battery type sealed, AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) lead acid Internal battery volt age (nominal) 12 Vdc Internal battery cap acity (minimum) 20 Ah Inte[...]

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    Specifications A-2 975-0162-01-01 AC P ower Section Output power • Continuous output power • Five minute AC output power • AC output surge capacity 320 W 400 W 600 W Output voltage 1 15 ± 10 V ac RMS Output frequency 60 Hz ± 4 Hz Output wave form modified sinewave No load current draw <0.20 Adc Input voltage range 10.5 to 15.0 Vdc Low ba[...]

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    Electrical Specifications 975-0162-01-01 A-3 Air Compressor Pressure 250 PSI (lb./in 2 ) Radio (XP owe r P owerpack 400 R o nly) AM Frequency 526–1606 KHz FM Frequency 87-109 MHz Accessories Jump-start cables (replacement part # 4 49-0207-01-01) 24" (0.61 m), 4 A WG wire with black and red battery clamps DC-to-DC charge cable (replacement pa[...]

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    Specifications A-4 975-0162-01-01 Physical Specifications Physic al spec ificatio ns XP ower P owerpack 400 Plus XP ow er P owerpac k 400 R Depth 8" (20.3 cm) 8" (20.3 cm) W idth 16" (40.8 cm) 16" (40.8 cm) Height 9 ½" (24.1 cm) 9 ½" (24.1 cm) W ei ght 21.8 lb. (9.9 kg) 23 lb. (10.5 kg) Import ant: All specifications[...]

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    5-1 5 T roubleshooting T roubleshooting will help you identify the common problems than can occur with the XPower Powerpack. Read this chapter before calling Customer Service. If you cannot solve t he problem with the XPower Powerpack, record the information asked fo r on “Information About Y our System” on page W A–5 and then contact yo ur d[...]

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    T roubleshooting 5-2 975-0162-01-01 T r oubleshooting Refer ence W ARNING: Electric shock hazard Do not remove the cover of the XPower Powerpack or di sassemble the XPower Powerpack except to replace the internal battery or 250 A fuse. The XPower Powerpack does not contain any internal user-serviceable parts and attemptin g to service the unit your[...]

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    T roubleshooting Reference 975-0162-01-01 5-3 Over - temperature shutdown Inverter has overheated due to poor ventilation or excessively warm environmental conditions. T urn off the AC Outlet ON / OF F switch and let the XPower Powerpack cool down. Disconnect the 12Vdc appliance and let the XPower Powerpack cool down. Alarm sounds Internal battery [...]

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    T roubleshooting 5-4 975-0162-01-01 Run time is less than expected. Internal battery is not fully charged. AC appliance power consumption is hi gher than expected. Recharge using the AC Char ger , until green Charging S tatus light is steady . Check AC appliance power or wattage rating (or current draw for 12 V dc appliances) and compare with T abl[...]

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    T roubleshooting Reference 975-0162-01-01 5-5 Green Charging St a t u s ligh t is still flashing and hasn’t changed to steady after 50 hours of charging. The voltage at the AC wall outlet is less than 120 V ac. Internal battery is permanently damaged. Use AC wall outlet that supplies 120 V ac. Replace the battery . The compressor runs but won’t[...]

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    T roubleshooting 5-6 975-0162-01-01 The battery clamps of the jump-sta rt cables measure zero volts. External fuse (250 A) is blown. Replace 250 A, 32 V fuse with same type and ratings. See “Replacing the External Fuse” on page 4–6 . The light does not turn on. Light bulb has burnt out. Remove lens cover and replace bulb with one of the same [...]

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    WA-1 W arranty and Return Wa r r a n t y What does this warranty cover? This Limited W arranty is provided by Xantrex T echnology Inc. ("Xantrex") and covers defects in workmans hip and materials in your XPower Powerpack 400 Plus and XPower Po werpack 400 R. This warranty period lasts for 6 months from the date of purchase at the point of[...]

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    W arranty and Return WA-2 975-0162-01-01 What does this warranty not cover? This Limited W arranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal, installation, or tr oubleshooting of the customer 's electrical sy stems. Thi s wa rranty does not apply to and Xantrex will not be responsible for any de fect in[...]

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    W arranty and Return 975-0162-01-01 WA-3 Exclusions If this product is a consumer product, federal law does not allow an exclusion of implied warranties. T o the extent you are entitled to implied warran ties under federal law , to the extent permitted by applicable la w they are limited to the duratio n of this Limited W arranty . Some states and [...]

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    W arranty and Return WA-4 975-0162-01-01 Return Procedur e 1. Package the unit safely , preferably usi ng the original box and packing materials. Please ensure that your produc t is shipped fully insured in the original packaging or equivalent. This warranty wi ll not apply where the product is damaged due to improper packaging. 2. Include the foll[...]

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    W arranty and Return 975-0162-01-01 WA-5 Information About Y our System As soon as you open your XPower Powerpac k 400 Plus and XPower Powerpack 400 R package, record the following information a nd be sur e to keep your proof of purchase. If you need to contact Customer Service, please record th e following details before calling. This information [...]

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