Operation
Connecting to an External Battery
You can extend battery operating times by connecting the XPower Powerpack to a larger external 12 Vdc battery.
For example, an external 60 Ah battery gives approximately four times the operating time of the XPower Powerpack internal 20 Ah battery.
WARNING: Acid spills
Use a sealed, non-spillable battery for indoor use. Common auto and marine batteries are not suitable for indoor use unless their fumes are vented outdoors. Common auto and marine batteries contain acid, which is hazardous if spilled. Wear eye protection and protective clothing when connecting the XPower Powerpack to an external battery.
WARNING: Fire hazard
Never allow jump-start cables’ red and black clamps to touch each other or another common metal conductor. This could cause damage to the unit and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard. Always disconnect the jump-start cables from the unit after use and clip the plastic guard over the jump-start cable port.
WARNING: Fire hazard
Jump-start cable clamps must be connected positive to positive (red clamp to battery “+”) and negative to negative (black clamp to battery “–”). A reverse polarity connection (positive to negative) may cause damage to the unit and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard.
WARNING: Sparking and explosion
Do not remove the cables from the Jump-Start Cable Port when the positive and negative clamps are connected to the terminals of the external battery.
CAUTION
Do not recharge the XPower Powerpack when an external battery is connected. The AC charger may be damaged.
