Xantrex Technology 975-0057-01-01 warranty Operating AC Appliances, Understanding AC Appliances

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Operating AC Appliances

Operating AC Appliances

Understanding AC Appliances

AC appliances are rated by how much electrical power (in watts) they consume. XPower Powerpack can power most appliances within its continuous power rating (320 W, 2.7 A).

Some appliances may be difficult or impossible to operate from the XPower Powerpack. They may have high surge requirements or should not be run from the XPower Powerpack. See “High Surge Appliances” on page 3–6and “Trouble Appliances” on page 3–6.

Run Time on Typical AC Appliances

Note: The fewer watts an AC appliance uses, the longer the XPower Powerpack will operate before recharging is required.

Typical AC appliances that can be used on the XPower

Powerpack are listed in Table 3-1.

Table 3-1AC Appliances and Run Times

 

 

 

Cordless telephone (stand by)

5

40

 

 

 

Home security system

5

40

 

 

 

Clock radio

8

22

 

 

 

Portable stereo

10

17

 

 

 

Fluorescent work light

14

10

 

 

 

Fireplace fan

20

8

 

 

 

Laptop computer

25

6

 

 

 

Table lamp

40

3

 

 

 

Color TV – 13"

60

2 h 30 min.

 

 

 

3/8 “ drill

190

20 min.

 

 

 

ACa. ApplianceRepresents actual power consumptionWattsas measuredaon sampleHoursappliancesb.

b.Operating times assume a fully charged 20 Ah battery and may vary based on model/brand of appliance.

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Contents Fax 1 Page Conventions Used PurposeRelated Information References to XPower PowerpackImportant Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Plus Precautions When Working With Batteries 975-0057-01-01 Vii Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances Contents Maintenance Specifications TroubleshootingXii Comprehensive Protection IntroductionAutomatic overload OverheatingJump-Start Cables Safety Feature Low Battery ProtectionMaterials List FeaturesFront Panel Detail XPower Powerpack FeaturesInverter’sConditionRequiredON/OFF Condition Air Compressor XPower Powerpack 400 Plus only Left Side View Light On/Off SwitchFeature Accessory bag AccessoriesOperating Conditions and Guidelines OperationChoosing a Location CoolTo recharge with the AC Charger Recharging with the AC ChargerUsing the light Understanding AC Appliances Operating AC AppliancesHigh Surge Appliances To operate an AC appliance Operating an AC ApplianceOperating 12 V DC Appliances To operate 12 V DC appliance ApplianceJump-Starting a Vehicle’s Engine To jump-start a vehicle or boat engine Powerpack 400 Plus Using the Air Compressor XPowerInflating Tires Over-Temperature Safety ProtectionTo inflate your vehicle, motorcycle, or bicycle tires To inflate small sports equipment Inflating Small Sports EquipmentConnecting to an External Battery Connecting to an External Battery Page Battery Maintenance MaintenanceFunction button Recharging with the AC ChargerRecharging with the DC Charging Cable 975-0057-01-01 975-0057-01-01 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 PanasonicReplacementBatteryWhere PanasonictoBuyTo replace the battery Replacing the Battery975-0057-01-01 Replacing the Incandescent Light RecyclingReplacing the External Fuse Common Problems TroubleshootingBuzz in Audio Equipment Television Interference1Troubleshooting reference Troubleshooting ReferenceSolution Charging ProblemPossibleCause ProblemPossibleCauseSolution Electrical Specifications SpecificationsOutputACPowerpowerSection DepthPhysicalspecifications Page Warranty Warranty and ReturnExclusions DisclaimerProduct Return Procedure Return Material Authorization PolicyInformation About Your System Out of Warranty Service