Xantrex Technology 400R manual References to XPower Powerpack, Related Information

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About This Guide

Important: These notes describe an important action item or an item that you must pay attention to.

Note: These notes describe additional information which may add to your understanding of how to use the product.

References to XPower Powerpack

In this guide, both the XPower Powerpack 400 Plus and the XPower Powerpack 400R (with radio and air compressor) are referred to as XPower Powerpack when the information applies to both models. However, when the information is specific to one model, then reference is made specifically to the XPower Powerpack 400 Plus or to the XPower Powerpack 400R.

Related Information

You can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc. as well as its products and services at www.xantrex.com

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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 OperationSpecifications TroubleshootingWarranty and Product Information Xii About the XPower Powerpack IntroductionComprehensive Protection Automatic overloadJump-Start Cables Safety Feature Low Battery ProtectionOverheating Features Materials ListFeature Description XPower Powerpack FeaturesFront Panel Detail 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 LocationRecharging with the AC Charger Using XPower Powerpack for the First TimeTo recharge with the AC Charger Operating AC Appliances Using the lightUnderstanding 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 equipmentPower Draw Connecting to an External BatteryListening to the AM Band Connecting to an External Battery Page Maintenance Battery MaintenanceRecharging with the AC Charger Recharging the XPower Powerpack BatteryFunction button 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 panelReplacing the Battery Obtaining a Replacement BatteryReplacement Battery Where to Buy 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 Electrical Specifications SpecificationsDC Section 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 Product DisclaimerExclusions Return Material Authorization Policy Return Procedure Out of Warranty Service Information About Your System Serial Number Purchased From Purchase Date975-0162-01-01