Xantrex Technology 400R manual Charging

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Troubleshooting

Table 5-1Troubleshooting reference

Problem	Possible Cause	Solution

Measured AC	Use of an	The modified sine wave (MSW)
output voltage	average-reading AC	output of the XPower Powerpack
is too low.	voltmeter to read	requires a true RMS reading meter,
	output voltage.	such as the Fluke 87 series, for
		accurate measurement.
	Battery is almost fully	Press Display Function button to
	discharged.	verify battery status and recharge the
		XPower Powerpack as necessary.
		“Battery Charge %” reading on the
		digital display is only accurate when
		the XPower Powerpack has been
		disconnected from all appliances and
		all charging sources for fifteen
		minutes.

Charging	No AC power at the	Ensure power is available at the AC
Status light is	AC wall outlet.	wall outlet.
OFF when AC
Charger is	AC Charger is faulty.	Replace the AC Charger.
connected

Green	Battery Charge (%)	Unplug the charging sources and any
Charging	reading on digital	appliances and let the XPower
Status light is	display is only	Powerpack rest for 15 minutes to
flashing	accurate when the	obtain an accurate reading.
(indicating	XPower Powerpack
recharging)	has been disconnected
and Battery	from all appliances
Charge (%)	and all charging
does not turn	sources for fifteen
on.	minutes.

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