Xantrex Technology 400R manual Operating an AC Appliance, Trouble Appliances

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CAUTION

The output of the Powerpack’s inverter is non-sinusoidal.

Some equipment may be damaged by the inverter’s modified sine wave output (non-sinusoidal).

Some appliances, including the types listed below, may be damaged if they are connected to the inverter:

•Electronics that modulate RF (radio frequency) signals on the AC line will not work and may be damaged.

•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 viii for details.

•Metal halide arc (MHI) lights can be damaged.

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

Operating Several Appliances at Once

You can run several AC appliances if the total rating of all the appliances (in watts) does not exceed 320 W. You can run appliances using an AC power bar.

Run time, however, will decrease accordingly with the number of appliances being operated and the AC power being consumed.

Operating an AC Appliance

Before operating your AC appliance, ensure that the battery of the XPower Powerpack is fully charged. See “Recharging with the AC Charger” on page 3–3 for details.

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Contents XPower Powerpack 400 Plus and 400R Owners Guide Date and Revision Purpose Conventions UsedReferences to XPower Powerpack Related InformationImportant Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Precautions When Working With Batteries 975-0162-01-01 Vii Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances Contents Maintenance OperationWarranty and Product Information TroubleshootingSpecifications Xii About the XPower Powerpack IntroductionComprehensive Protection Automatic overloadOverheating Low Battery ProtectionJump-Start Cables Safety Feature Features Materials ListFront Panel Detail XPower Powerpack FeaturesFeature Description Required How to Condition Required Action NotCharging Status Rear Panel Detail XPower Powerpack 400R only Radio Operation Valve connector with connector hose Air CompressorLight ON/OFF Switch 400 Plus Light ON/OFF/Pulse Switch 400R Left Side ViewXPower Powerpack 400R shown Storage CompartmentAccessories Detachable heavy-duty jump-start cablesOperation Operating Conditions and GuidelinesDry Cool Ventilated Safe Protected from battery gases Choosing a LocationTo recharge with the AC Charger Using XPower Powerpack for the First TimeRecharging with the AC Charger Understanding AC Appliances Using the lightOperating AC Appliances Run Time on Typical AC Appliances AC Appliance Watts a Hours bOperating an AC Appliance Trouble AppliancesTo operate an AC appliance Operating 12 V DC Appliances To operate a 12 V DC appliance DC Appliance Watts a Hours bJump-Starting a Vehicle’s Engine To jump-start a vehicle or boat engineJump-Starting a Vehicle’s Engine Using the Air Compressor Over-Temperature Safety ProtectionInflating Tires TiresBicycle Tires Other InflatablesInflating Small Sports Equipment To inflate your vehicle, motorcycle, or bicycle tiresUsing the Radio XPower Powerpack 400R To inflate small sports equipmentListening to the AM Band Connecting to an External BatteryPower Draw Connecting to an External Battery Page Maintenance Battery 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 Replacing the Internal Battery Battery LifeRecharging 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 Troubleshooting 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 DC Section SpecificationsElectrical Specifications AC Power Section Internal Battery Charging Controller SystemPhysical Specifications Radio XPower Powerpack 400R onlyAccessories XPower Powerpack Physical specifications Plus 400RPage Warranty and Product Information Warranty Page Exclusions DisclaimerProduct Return Material Authorization Policy Return Procedure Out of Warranty Service Information About Your System Serial Number Purchased From Purchase Date975-0162-01-01