Xantrex Technology 400 Plus, 400 R manual Charging with the AC Charger

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Operation

Charging with the AC Charger

Using the AC Charger is the simplest method for recharging the battery. While charging from an AC source, the Charging Status LED on the Control Panel will flash. The LED will illuminate steady when the battery has reached capacity.

Charging using this method can take approximately 35 hours assuming the battery is fully-discharged and that there is a full 120 volts of power at the AC wall outlet being used. If the voltage at the wall outlet is less than 120 Vac, it may take more than 35 hours to fully recharge the XPower Powerpack. If, after 35 hours of charging, the green Charging Status LED is still flashing, continue to charge the unit for another

15 hours.

The AC Charger for the XPower Powerpack uses standard

120Vac power outlets. The AC Charger Input Socket is located in the Storage Compartment on the back of the unit. The Input Socket connects to a regulated relay that monitors the input for charging to prevent the battery from being overcharged. Once the battery reaches 100% charge level, the relay opens to disconnect the charging source from the unit and the unit goes into a maintenance charge mode. This feature allows the XPower Powerpack to remain connected to the AC Charging source until it’s needed to power loads.

It is recommended that the XPower Powerpack be stored with the AC Charger connected to a 120 Vac power outlet if possible. This keeps the battery fully charged and ready for use. This storage method also prevents the battery from being over-discharged by non-use over a long period of time. If you must store the XPower Powerpack with no AC power available, remember to pull it out and recharge it approximately every three months. Failure to do so may irreparably damage the battery and renders the unit inoperable. Damage occurring in this manner is not covered by the product warranty.

Note: You may hear a clicking noise when the relay opens up to start charging. This is normal. It should stop as the charging voltage rises. If the clicking noise does not stop, disconnect the AC Charger and contact Customer Service for assistance.

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Contents Powerpack 400 R Owner’s GuideDate and Revision Purpose Conventions UsedReferences to XPower Powerpack Related InformationImportant Safety Instructions Figure i Basic Safety Important Safety Instructions Precautions When Working With Batteries 975-0162-01-01 Vii Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances Contents Operation Maintenance TroubleshootingSpecifications Xii Figures Xiv Comprehensive Protection About the XPower PowerpackIntroduction Automatic OverloadLow Battery Protection Jump-Start Cables Safety FuseOverheating Features ContentsXPower Powerpack Features Front PanelFeature Description DC Power Socket canStorage Compartment Compressor Nozzle Adaptor compartmentRadio XPower Powerpack 400 R only Back Panel Radio Enlargement5Air Compressor Features Air CompressorLight ON/OFF Switch 400 Plus Light ON/OFF/Pulse Switch 400R Emergency Light and Jump-Start PortAccessories 7Accessories and Accessory Bag Operation Operating Conditions and GuidelinesDry Cool Ventilated Safe Protected from battery gases Choosing a LocationRecharging the XPower Powerpack Battery Charging with the AC Charger 2Charging with AC Power Charging with the DC-to-DC Accessory Cable 3Charging with DC Power Recharging with a Generator’s Regulated 12 Vdc Outlet Recharging From a Solar Panel To recharge with a solar panelChecking the State-of-Charge 5Checking the State-of-ChargeAC Appliances AC Appliance Watts a Hours bLow-Battery Alarm Operating AC AppliancesOverload Protection Vdc Appliances Vdc Appliance Watts a Hours bOperating DC Appliances 7Operating AC AppliancesRequired How to Condition Action Control Panel OperationCharging Status Jump-Starting a Vehicle’s Engine To jump-start a vehicle or boat engine Using the Emergency Light 10Emergency Light11Using the Emergency Light Using the Air Compressor 12XPower Powerpack Air Compressor Over-Temperature Safety Protection To use a Nozzle AdapterBicycle Tires Inflating TiresTires Other InflatablesTo inflate your vehicle, motorcycle, or bicycle tires Inflating Small Sports Equipment To inflate small sports equipmentPower Draw Radio FeaturesListening to the AM Band Required How to Condition Required Action Radio OperationConnecting to an External Battery 18Basic Jump-start Cable Safety 19Connecting the XPower Powerpack to an External Battery Maintenance Battery MaintenanceReplacing the Internal Battery Battery LifeObtaining a Replacement Battery Battery Capacity AhBattery Replacement Procedure FastenersReplacing the Incandescent Light To replace a light bulbReplacing the External Fuse To replace the external fuseRecycling Maintenance 975-0162-01-01 Specifications Electrical SpecificationsDC Section AC Power Section Internal Battery Charging Controller SystemRadio XPower Powerpack 400 R only AccessoriesAir Compressor Physical Specifications XPower Powerpack Physical specifications Plus 400 RBuzz in Audio Equipment TroubleshootingCommon Problems Television InterferenceTroubleshooting Reference Problem Possible Cause Solution1Troubleshooting reference Charging Green Voltage at the AC Use AC wall outlet that supplies 1Troubleshooting reference Warranty and Return WarrantyDisclaimer ProductReturn Material Authorization Policy ExclusionsReturn Procedure Out of Warranty ServiceInformation About Your System Serial Number Purchased From Purchase DateWA-6