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12 Vdc Appliances

•Speed controllers found in some fans, power tools, kitchen appliances, and other loads may be damaged.

•Some chargers for small rechargeable batteries can be damaged. See “Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances” on page v for details.

•Metal halide arc (HMI Metallogen®) lamps can be damaged.

Note: If you are unsure about powering any device with the inverter, contact the manufacturer of the device.

12 Vdc Appliances

The Powerpack Solar 400 can operate one 12 Vdc auto, RV, marine, or other portable appliance that draws 12 A or less from a 12 Vdc power outlet or from a vehicle’s 12 Vdc accessory socket. The fewer watts a 12 Vdc appliance draws, the longer the Powerpack Solar 400 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

Typical 12 Vdc appliances that can be used on the Powerpack Solar 400 are listed in Table 3-2.

Table 3-2Typical 12 V DC Appliances and Run Times

12 Vdc Appliance	Amps (A)	Hoursa
LED light (built into the unit)	120 mA	45
Cellular telephone	0.5	15
Portable Cooler	5	1.8

a.Operating times assume a fully charged 10 Ah battery and may vary based on model or brand of appliance.

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