Xantrex Technology 600HD manual Precautions When Working With Batteries

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Safety

Precautions When Working With Batteries

WARNING: Explosion and fire hazard

1.Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed.

2.Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.

3.Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or batteries.

4.Be careful not to drop a metal object on the battery or allow a metal tool to simultaneously touch the positive and negative cable ends or battery terminals. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical parts and cause an explosion.

5.Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery produces a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or other similar objects to metal, causing a severe burn.

6.If you need to remove a battery, always remove the positive terminal from the battery first. Make sure all accessories are off so you don’t cause an arc.

7.Someone should be within range of your voice, or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead- acid battery.

8.Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, and eyes.

9.Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching your eyes while working near batteries.

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Contents XPower Powerpack 600HD Owner’s Guide XPower Powerpack 600HDDate and Revision Conventions Used PurposeRelated Information Important Safety Instructions Safety Safety Precautions When Working With Batteries Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances Viii Contents Maintenance TroubleshootingSpecifications Introduction About the XPower Powerpack 600HDComprehensive Protection Automatic overloadJump-Start Cables Safety Feature Low Battery ProtectionMaterials List FeaturesFront Panel Features XPower Powerpack 600HD FeaturesFeature Description Front Panel DetailControl Panel Operation Required How to Condition Required ActionCharging Status Radio and Clock Features AM/FM Radio with Digital Alarm ClockRadio and Clock Operation Left Side View DC Power Socket canDetachable heavy-duty jump-start cables AccessoriesOperating Conditions and Guidelines OperationChoosing a Location Dry Cool Ventilated Safe Protected from battery gasesUsing XPower Powerpack 600HD 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-powered Products Watts a Run time hours bTrouble Appliances To operate an AC appliance Operating an AC ApplianceDC Appliance Watts a Run Time Hours b Operating 12 V DC AppliancesTo operate a 12 V DC appliance To jump-start a vehicle or boat engine Jump-Starting a Vehicle’s EngineJump-Starting a Vehicle’s Engine Connecting to an External Battery Using the RadioPower Draw Listening to the AM BandConnecting to an External Battery Connecting to an External Battery Battery Maintenance MaintenanceFunction button Recharging the XPower Powerpack 600HD BatteryRecharging with the AC Charger Recharging with the DC Charging Cable Recharging the XPower Powerpack 600HD Battery Recharging From a Solar Panel Recharging with a Generator’s Regulated 12 V DC Outlet1Typical DC Coaxial Connector Connection To wire the coaxial DC connectorReplacing the External Fuse Replacing the Incandescent LightTo replace the light bulb To replace the external fuseCommon Problems TroubleshootingBuzz in Audio Equipment Television InterferenceProblem Possible Cause Solution Troubleshooting ReferenceGreen Charging Status light is Charging Green Voltage at the AC Use AC wall outlet that supplies Page Specifications Electrical SpecificationsDC Section Internal Battery Charging Controller System AC Power SectionPhysical Specifications AccessoriesRadio Page Warranty Warranty and Return InformationWarranty and Return Disclaimer ProductExclusions Return Procedure Return Material Authorization PolicyOut of Warranty Service Serial Number Purchased From Purchase Date Information About Your System975-0213-01-01 REV. a

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