Operating an AC Appliance | Xantrex Technology 400R specification

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CAUTION

The output of the Powerpack’s inverter is non-sinusoidal.

Some equipment may be damaged by the inverter’s modified sine wave output (non-sinusoidal).

Some appliances, including the types listed below, may be damaged if they are connected to the inverter:

•Electronics that modulate RF (radio frequency) signals on the AC line will not work and may be damaged.

•Speed controllers found in some fans, power tools, kitchen appliances, and other loads may be damaged.

•Some chargers for small rechargeable batteries can be damaged. See “Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances” on page viii for details.

•Metal halide arc (MHI) lights can be damaged.

Note: If you are unsure about powering any device with the inverter, contact the manufacturer of the device.

Operating Several Appliances at Once

You can run several AC appliances if the total rating of all the appliances (in watts) does not exceed 320 W. You can run appliances using an AC power bar.

Run time, however, will decrease accordingly with the number of appliances being operated and the AC power being consumed.

Operating an AC Appliance

Before operating your AC appliance, ensure that the battery of the XPower Powerpack is fully charged. See “Recharging with the AC Charger” on page 3–3 for details.

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Xantrex Technology 400R manual Operating an AC Appliance, Trouble Appliances

Contents

XPower Powerpack 400 Plus and 400R Owners Guide Date and Revision Purpose Conventions Used References to XPower Powerpack Related Information Important 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 Operation Warranty and Product Information TroubleshootingSpecifications Xii About the XPower Powerpack IntroductionComprehensive Protection Automatic overload Overheating Low Battery ProtectionJump-Start Cables Safety Feature Features Materials List Front Panel Detail XPower Powerpack FeaturesFeature Description Required How to Condition Required Action Not Charging Status Rear Panel Detail XPower Powerpack 400R only Radio Operation Valve connector with connector hose Air Compressor Light ON/OFF Switch 400 Plus Light ON/OFF/Pulse Switch 400R Left Side View XPower Powerpack 400R shown Storage Compartment Accessories Detachable heavy-duty jump-start cables Operation Operating Conditions and Guidelines Dry Cool Ventilated Safe Protected from battery gases Choosing a Location To recharge with the AC Charger Using XPower Powerpack for the First TimeRecharging with the AC Charger Understanding AC Appliances Using the lightOperating AC Appliances Run Time on Typical AC Appliances AC Appliance Watts a Hours b Operating an AC Appliance Trouble Appliances To operate an AC appliance Operating 12 V DC Appliances To operate a 12 V DC appliance DC Appliance Watts a Hours b Jump-Starting a Vehicle’s Engine To jump-start a vehicle or boat engine Jump-Starting a Vehicle’s Engine Using the Air Compressor Over-Temperature Safety Protection Inflating Tires TiresBicycle Tires Other Inflatables Inflating Small Sports Equipment To inflate your vehicle, motorcycle, or bicycle tires Using the Radio XPower Powerpack 400R To inflate small sports equipment Listening to the AM Band Connecting to an External BatteryPower Draw Connecting to an External Battery Page Maintenance Battery Maintenance Function button Recharging the XPower Powerpack BatteryRecharging with the AC Charger Recharging with the DC Charging Cable Maintenance Recharging with a Generator’s Regulated 12 V DC Outlet Replacing the Internal Battery Battery LifeRecharging From a Solar Panel To recharge with a solar panel Replacement Battery Where to Buy Obtaining a Replacement BatteryReplacing the Battery To replace the battery Replacing the Incandescent Light Replacing the External Fuse Troubleshooting Common ProblemsBuzz in Audio Equipment Television Interference Troubleshooting Reference Problem Possible Cause Solution 1Troubleshooting reference Charging Green Voltage at the AC Use AC wall outlet that supplies 1Troubleshooting reference DC Section SpecificationsElectrical Specifications AC Power Section Internal Battery Charging Controller System Physical Specifications Radio XPower Powerpack 400R onlyAccessories XPower Powerpack Physical specifications Plus 400RPage Warranty and Product Information Warranty Page Exclusions DisclaimerProduct Return Material Authorization Policy Return Procedure Out of Warranty Service Information About Your System Serial Number Purchased From Purchase Date 975-0162-01-01