Xantrex Technology 400 Plus, 400 R manual Connecting to an External Battery

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Operation

Connecting to an External Battery

You can extend battery operating times by connecting the XPower Powerpack to a larger external 12 Vdc battery.

For example, an external 60 Ah battery gives approximately four times the operating time of the XPower Powerpack internal 20 Ah battery.

WARNING: Acid spills

Use a sealed, non-spillable battery for indoor use. Common auto and marine batteries are not suitable for indoor use unless their fumes are vented outdoors. Common auto and marine batteries contain acid, which is hazardous if spilled. Wear eye protection and protective clothing when connecting the XPower Powerpack to an external battery.

WARNING: Fire hazard

Never allow jump-start cables’ red and black clamps to touch each other or another common metal conductor. This could cause damage to the unit and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard. Always disconnect the jump-start cables from the unit after use and clip the plastic guard over the jump-start cable port.

WARNING: Fire hazard

Jump-start cable clamps must be connected positive to positive (red clamp to battery “+”) and negative to negative (black clamp to battery “–”). A reverse polarity connection (positive to negative) may cause damage to the unit and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard.

WARNING: Sparking and explosion

Do not remove the cables from the Jump-Start Cable Port when the positive and negative clamps are connected to the terminals of the external battery.

CAUTION

Do not recharge the XPower Powerpack when an external battery is connected. The AC charger may be damaged.

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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 Specifications MaintenanceTroubleshooting Xii Figures Xiv About the XPower Powerpack IntroductionComprehensive Protection Automatic OverloadOverheating Low Battery ProtectionJump-Start Cables Safety Fuse 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 equipmentListening to the AM Band Power DrawRadio Features 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 DC Section SpecificationsElectrical Specifications AC Power Section Internal Battery Charging Controller SystemAir Compressor Radio XPower Powerpack 400 R onlyAccessories 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