Xantrex Technology 400R Connecting to an External Battery, Power Draw, Listening to the AM Band

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Operation

Power Draw

The AM/FM radio on the back panel is powered by the internal battery in the XPower Powerpack 400R.

When turned on, the radio draws 30 mA, allowing you to use the radio for more than one month when the XPower Powerpack 400R is fully charged.

Listening to the AM Band

Due to signal interference, you cannot listen to the AM band while using the XPower Powerpack 400R to operate an AC appliance.

Connecting to an External Battery

You can extend battery operating times by connecting the XPower Powerpack to a larger external battery.

For example, an external 60 Ah battery gives approximately four times the operating time of the XPower Powerpack internal 20 Ah battery.

WARNING: Fire hazard

Never allow jump-start cables’ red and black clamps to touch each other or another common metal conductor. This could cause damage to the unit and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard. Always disconnect the jump-start cables from the unit after use and clip the plastic guard over the jump-start cable port.

WARNING: Fire hazard

Jump-start cable clamps must be connected positive to positive (red clamp to battery “+”) and negative to negative (black clamp to battery “–”). A reverse polarity connection (positive to negative) may cause damage to the unit and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard.

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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 OperationTroubleshooting SpecificationsWarranty and Product Information Xii Comprehensive Protection About the XPower PowerpackIntroduction Automatic overloadLow Battery Protection Jump-Start Cables Safety FeatureOverheating Features Materials ListXPower Powerpack Features Feature DescriptionFront 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 LocationUsing XPower Powerpack for the First Time Recharging with the AC ChargerTo recharge with the AC Charger Using the light Operating AC AppliancesUnderstanding 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 ProtectionBicycle Tires Inflating TiresTires Other InflatablesInflating Small Sports Equipment To inflate your vehicle, motorcycle, or bicycle tiresUsing the Radio XPower Powerpack 400R To inflate small sports equipmentConnecting to an External Battery Power DrawListening to the AM Band Connecting to an External Battery Page Maintenance Battery MaintenanceRecharging the XPower Powerpack Battery Recharging with the AC ChargerFunction button Recharging with the DC Charging Cable Maintenance Recharging with a Generator’s Regulated 12 V DC Outlet Recharging From a Solar Panel Replacing the Internal BatteryBattery Life To recharge with a solar panelObtaining a Replacement Battery Replacing the BatteryReplacement Battery Where to Buy To replace the battery Replacing the Incandescent Light Replacing the External Fuse Buzz in Audio Equipment TroubleshootingCommon Problems Television InterferenceTroubleshooting Reference Problem Possible Cause Solution1Troubleshooting reference Charging Green Voltage at the AC Use AC wall outlet that supplies 1Troubleshooting reference Specifications Electrical SpecificationsDC Section AC Power Section Internal Battery Charging Controller SystemAccessories Physical SpecificationsRadio XPower Powerpack 400R only XPower Powerpack Physical specifications Plus 400RPage Warranty and Product Information Warranty Page Disclaimer ProductExclusions Return Material Authorization Policy Return Procedure Out of Warranty Service Information About Your System Serial Number Purchased From Purchase Date975-0162-01-01