Xantrex Technology 400R manual Battery Maintenance

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4 Maintenance

Chapter 4 provides information on maintaining your internal battery, recharging options for the internal battery, and replacing user-replaceable parts.

Routine maintenance is required to keep your XPower Powerpack operating properly. Occasionally clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth to remove the accumulated dust and dirt.

WARNING: Shock hazard

Disconnect all sources of AC power and DC power before performing any type of maintenance.

Battery Maintenance

All rechargeable batteries gradually discharge when left standing, and you need to recharge them periodically to maintain maximum battery capacity. The AC Charger supplied with the XPower Powerpack is designed to regulate the charging process, ensuring that the battery is always fully charged but never overcharged. To ensure safe recharging and maximum battery life, recharge the XPower Powerpack only with the supplied charger or approved battery chargers.

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CAUTION

Due to inherent self-discharge, lead acid batteries must be charged at least every 3 months, especially in a warm environment. Leaving a battery in a discharged state, or not recharging every 3 months, may result in permanent battery damage and poor jump-start performance.

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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 MaintenanceTroubleshooting SpecificationsWarranty and Product Information Xii Introduction About the XPower PowerpackComprehensive Protection Automatic overloadLow Battery Protection Jump-Start Cables Safety FeatureOverheating Materials List FeaturesXPower Powerpack Features Feature DescriptionFront Panel Detail 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 gasesUsing XPower Powerpack for the First Time Recharging with the AC ChargerTo recharge with the AC Charger Using the light Operating AC AppliancesUnderstanding 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 400RConnecting to an External Battery Power DrawListening to the AM Band Connecting to an External Battery Page Battery Maintenance 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 Battery Life Replacing the Internal BatteryRecharging From a Solar Panel 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 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 Specifications Electrical SpecificationsDC Section 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 Disclaimer ProductExclusions Return Material Authorization Policy Return Procedure Out of Warranty Service Serial Number Purchased From Purchase Date Information About Your System975-0162-01-01