Xantrex Technology 400R manual Obtaining a Replacement Battery, Replacing the Battery

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Replacing the Internal Battery

CAUTION

Discharging the internal battery below 10.0 V will damage the battery and shorten its life.

Obtaining a Replacement Battery

Replacement batteries are available from stores that specialize in and have a selection of lead acid, AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries.

Refer to Table 4-1 for a listing of batteries approved for use with the XPower Powerpack:

Table 4-1Approved Replacement Batteries

Replacement Battery	Where to Buy

Panasonic	Panasonic:
#LC–X1220P	Tel: 1-800-833-9626
(12 V 20 Ah)	web: www.pasc.panasonic.com

	Digi-Key
	Tel: 1-800-344-4539

EnerSys	EnerSys
#NPX–80	Tel: 1-800-962-1287 (Eastern US)
(12 V 20 Ah)	Tel: 1-800-423-4667 (Western US)

	web: www.EnersysStationary.com

Replacing the Battery

WARNING: Shock or electrical hazard

Read this entire section before disassembling the unit.

Before attempting to replace the internal battery, make sure you:

•Disconnect any charging cables, 12 V DC appliances, and AC appliances from the XPower Powerpack.

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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 Automatic overload About the XPower PowerpackIntroduction Comprehensive ProtectionLow 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 CompressorOther Inflatables Inflating TiresTires Bicycle TiresTo 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 To recharge with a solar panel Replacing the Internal BatteryBattery Life Recharging From 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 Television Interference TroubleshootingCommon Problems Buzz in Audio EquipmentProblem 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 SectionXPower Powerpack Physical specifications Plus 400R Physical SpecificationsRadio XPower Powerpack 400R only AccessoriesPage 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