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Operation

12 Vdc Appliances

The XPower Powerpack can operate one 12 Vdc auto, RV, marine, or other portable 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 Vdc appliance draws, the longer the XPower Powerpack will operate before recharging is required.

Important: Know the size of the loads.

144 watts DC Maximum Load

Amps x Volts = Watts

12 amps DC x 12 volts DC = 144 watts DC

CAUTION Equipment damage

The DC Power Socket does not automatically switch off when the internal battery is discharged.

To protect the internal battery against damage resulting from total discharge, turn the AC Outlet ON/OFF switch to ON when using the XPower Powerpack to operate a 12 Vdc appliance.

Having the AC Outlet ON/OFF switch turned ON enables the low-battery alarm to warn you when the 12 Vdc appliance has nearly depleted the internal battery. This should allow you adequate time to remove the load and prevent damage to the battery.

Typical 12 Vdc appliances that can be used on the XPower Powerpack are listed in Table 3-2.

Table 3-2Typical 12 Vdc Appliances and Run Times

12 Vdc Appliance	Wattsa	Hoursb
5 W incandescent light (built	5	30
into the unit)
Cellular telephonec	6	30
Small Portable Cooler	30	4

a.Represents actual power consumption as measured on sample appliances.

b.Operating times assume a fully charged 20 Ah battery and may vary based on model or brand of appliance.

c.Represents talks time available from 10 recharge cycles.

3-14	975-0162-01-01

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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 Troubleshooting MaintenanceSpecifications Xii Figures Xiv About the XPower Powerpack IntroductionComprehensive Protection Automatic OverloadJump-Start Cables Safety Fuse Low Battery ProtectionOverheating 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 BagOperation 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 AdapterInflating Tires TiresBicycle Tires Other InflatablesTo inflate your vehicle, motorcycle, or bicycle tires Inflating Small Sports Equipment To inflate small sports equipmentRadio Features Power DrawListening 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 Electrical Specifications SpecificationsDC Section AC Power Section Internal Battery Charging Controller SystemAccessories Radio XPower Powerpack 400 R onlyAir Compressor Physical Specifications XPower Powerpack Physical specifications Plus 400 RTroubleshooting Common ProblemsBuzz in Audio Equipment 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