Xantrex Technology 400R manual Replacing the Internal Battery, Recharging From a Solar Panel

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Maintenance

Recharging From a Solar Panel

Small, unregulated 12 V solar panels rated to produce a maximum of 2.5 A (or 30 W) can be used to charge the XPower Powerpack through the Charger Input Socket.

You will need to purchase a standard 5.5 mm OD × 2.5 mm (0.217" × 0.10") ID DC Coaxial (barrel type) connector to mate with the Charger Input Socket.

To recharge with a solar panel:

1.Connect the solar panel’s red positive (+) wire to the coaxial plug’s inner contact.

2.Connect the solar panel’s black negative (–) wire to the plug’s outer contact.

Once the connector is inserted into the Charger Input Socket and the solar panel is placed in the sun, the XPower Powerpack charges automatically just as with the AC Charger. See “Recharging with the AC Charger” on page 4–2.

It takes about ten hours in direct sunlight to recharge the XPower Powerpack from a 2.5 A solar panel.

Replacing the Internal Battery

Battery Life

The high quality battery used in the XPower Powerpack will serve as a reliable power source for years when properly maintained.

To maximize battery life, it is important to recharge the XPower Powerpack battery after each use.

Important: Recharge the XPower Powerpack fully at least every three months if it is placed in storage or in a vehicle trunk. Store in a location that maintains a temperature range between 32 and 86 °F (0 and 30 °C).

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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 Comprehensive Protection About the XPower PowerpackIntroduction 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 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 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 Recharging From a Solar Panel Replacing the Internal BatteryBattery Life 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 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 DC Section SpecificationsElectrical Specifications 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 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