Xantrex Technology 400R Using XPower Powerpack for the First Time, Recharging with the AC Charger

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Using XPower Powerpack for the First Time

Using XPower Powerpack for the First Time

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Important: Prior to operating your AC appliance or 12 V DC appliance, ensure that the battery of the XPower Powerpack is fully charged. If the battery has been fully discharged, recharging with the AC Charger may take up to 35 hours.

Recharging with the AC Charger

Note: The Battery Charge (%) reading on the digital display is only accurate when the XPower Powerpack has been disconnected from all appliances and all charging sources for fifteen minutes.

Recharging with the AC Charger is a true “plug-in-and- forget” charging method. We recommend leaving the AC Charger connected when the XPower Powerpack is not in use.

To recharge with the AC Charger:

1.Disconnect any 12 V DC appliances and turn the light off.

2.Turn the AC Outlet ON/OFF switch to OFF.

3.Plug the AC Charger into a standard AC wall outlet.

4.Insert the AC Charger cable end into the Charger Input Socket located in the storage compartment of the unit.

The green Charging Status light changes from flashing to steady when charging is complete (about 35 hours if the battery is completely discharged).

Important: The 35-hour charging time for the XPower Powerpack assumes that there is 120 V at the AC wall outlet. If the voltage is less than 120 V AC, it may take more than 35 hours to fully recharge the XPower Powerpack. If, after 35 hours of charging, the green Charging Status light is still flashing, continue to charge the unit for another 15 hours.

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Contents XPower Powerpack 400 Plus and 400R Owners Guide Date and Revision Conventions Used PurposeRelated Information References to XPower PowerpackImportant Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Precautions When Working With Batteries 975-0162-01-01 Vii Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances Contents Operation MaintenanceWarranty and Product Information TroubleshootingSpecifications Xii Introduction About the XPower PowerpackComprehensive Protection Automatic overloadOverheating Low Battery ProtectionJump-Start Cables Safety Feature Materials List FeaturesFront Panel Detail XPower Powerpack FeaturesFeature Description Not Required How to Condition Required ActionCharging Status Rear Panel Detail XPower Powerpack 400R only Radio Operation Air Compressor Valve connector with connector hoseLeft Side View Light ON/OFF Switch 400 Plus Light ON/OFF/Pulse Switch 400RStorage Compartment XPower Powerpack 400R shownDetachable heavy-duty jump-start cables AccessoriesOperating Conditions and Guidelines OperationChoosing a Location Dry Cool Ventilated Safe Protected from battery gasesTo recharge with the AC Charger Using XPower Powerpack for the First TimeRecharging with the AC Charger Understanding AC Appliances Using the lightOperating AC Appliances AC Appliance Watts a Hours b Run Time on Typical AC AppliancesTrouble Appliances Operating an AC ApplianceTo operate an AC appliance Operating 12 V DC Appliances DC Appliance Watts a Hours b To operate a 12 V DC applianceTo jump-start a vehicle or boat engine Jump-Starting a Vehicle’s EngineJump-Starting a Vehicle’s Engine Over-Temperature Safety Protection Using the Air CompressorTires Inflating TiresBicycle Tires Other InflatablesTo inflate your vehicle, motorcycle, or bicycle tires Inflating Small Sports EquipmentTo inflate small sports equipment Using the Radio XPower Powerpack 400RListening to the AM Band Connecting to an External BatteryPower Draw Connecting to an External Battery Page Battery Maintenance MaintenanceFunction button Recharging the XPower Powerpack BatteryRecharging with the AC Charger Recharging with the DC Charging Cable Maintenance Recharging with a Generator’s Regulated 12 V DC Outlet Battery Life Replacing the Internal BatteryRecharging From a Solar Panel To recharge with a solar panelReplacement Battery Where to Buy Obtaining a Replacement BatteryReplacing the Battery To replace the battery Replacing the Incandescent Light Replacing the External Fuse Common Problems TroubleshootingBuzz in Audio Equipment Television InterferenceProblem Possible Cause Solution Troubleshooting Reference1Troubleshooting reference Charging Green Voltage at the AC Use AC wall outlet that supplies 1Troubleshooting reference DC Section SpecificationsElectrical Specifications Internal Battery Charging Controller System AC Power SectionRadio XPower Powerpack 400R only Physical SpecificationsAccessories XPower Powerpack Physical specifications Plus 400RPage Warranty and Product Information Warranty Page Exclusions DisclaimerProduct Return Material Authorization Policy Return Procedure Out of Warranty Service Serial Number Purchased From Purchase Date Information About Your System975-0162-01-01