Xantrex Technology 400 Plus, 400 R Troubleshooting Reference, Problem Possible Cause Solution

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Reference

WARNING: Electric shock hazard

Do not remove the cover of the XPower Powerpack or disassemble the XPower Powerpack except to replace the internal battery or

250A fuse. The XPower Powerpack does not contain any internal user-serviceable parts and attempting to service the unit yourself could result in electrical shock or burn.

Table 5-1Troubleshooting reference

	Problem	Possible Cause	Solution

	AC appliance	AC appliance rated	Use an AC appliance with a power
	will not	more than 320 W, the	rating less than 320 W.
	operate;	safety overload has
	audible alarm	tripped.
	is not	AC appliance is rated	AC appliance may exceed the
	sounding.	AC appliance is rated	AC appliance may exceed the
		less than 320 W, high	XPower Powerpack’s surge
		starting surge has	capability. Use an AC appliance with
		tripped the safety	a starting surge within the XPower
		overload.	Powerpack surge rating.

	Overload	Appliance power	Unplug the appliance and confirm
	shutdown	requirements exceed	that the appliance’s power
		the capability of the	requirement is 320 Wac/144Wdc or
		XPower Powerpack.	less before attempting to restart the
			appliance.

	AC appliance	Battery has discharged	Turn the AC Outlet ON/OFF switch
	will not	to 10.5 V.	off and recharge the XPower
	operate;		Powerpack.
	audible alarm
	is sounding.	Inverter has	Turn the AC Outlet ON/OFF switch
		overheated due to poor	off and allow the XPower
		ventilation or	Powerpack to cool for 15 minutes or
		excessively warm	more. Clear blocked fan opening or
		environmental	remove objects covering the unit,
		conditions.	then restart the XPower Powerpack.
			Move to a cooler environment.

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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 About the XPower Powerpack IntroductionComprehensive Protection 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 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 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 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