Operation
Charging with the DC-to-DC Accessory Cable
WARNING: Fire and explosion hazard
Do not use this recharging method if your vehicle has abnormally high voltage electrical systems that operate above 15 Vdc. This may lead to accumulations of hydrogen, causing exposure to fire and explosion hazard. This is typically found in marine applications or on portable generators with DC output.
Important: Although the charge regulation circuitry for the AC charging method does not operate with the
The XPower Powerpack comes with a DC Charging cable to allow the unit to be charged from a DC source such as an automobile, RV, or boat. The DC Charging Input Port is the DC Socket on the front of the unit. The vehicle to be used for charging must have a 12 Vdc accessory socket and must be running in order to charge the unit.
Important: Disconnect the unit as soon as the battery is fully charged or if the vehicle’s engine is turned off. Do not leave the XPower Powerpack permanently connected to the vehicle’s 12 V accessory outlet.
Note: The green Charging Status light will not illuminate when the XPower Powerpack is recharged through the DC Charging Cable.
Note: Battery Charge (%) indicator is only accurate when the XPower Powerpack has been disconnected from all appliances and all charging sources for fifteen minutes.
