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Xantrex Technology 400R manual Important Safety Instructions, Warnings and Cautions

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Important Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

The XPower Powerpack 400 Plus and XPower Powerpack 400R generate a type of AC power similar to a normal household wall outlet. Operating the XPower Powerpack incorrectly or misusing it may damage the equipment or create hazardous conditions for the user.

Important: Before using your XPower Powerpack 400 Plus and XPower Powerpack 400R, be sure to read and save these safety instructions.

Warnings and Cautions

WARNING: Shock hazard. Keep away from children.

The XPower Powerpack generates the same potentially lethal AC power as a normal household wall outlet. Do not insert foreign objects into the AC Outlet, the DC Power Socket, the Jump-Start Cable Port, or the ventilation holes. Do not expose this product to water, rain, snow, or spray.

Do not open the XPower Powerpack except to replace the internal battery. Have a qualified technician complete any service work.

CAUTION

Do not connect any AC appliance with the neutral conductor connected to ground to the XPower Powerpack.

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Xantrex Technology 400R manual Important Safety Instructions, Warnings and Cautions

Contents

Owners Guide XPower Powerpack 400 PLUS and 400RTrademarks About XantrexNotice of Copyright DisclaimerAbout This Guide PurposeConventions Used Related Information References to XPower PowerpackAbout This Guide 975-0162-01-01WARNING Shock hazard. Keep away from children Important Safety InstructionsWarnings and Cautions WARNING Heated surface WARNING Explosion hazardWARNING Fire hazard Do not expose the XPower Powerpack to temperatures over 104 F 40 CThe jump-start feature is designed for short term operation only- less than 4 seconds. Operating the jump-start feature for more than 4 seconds may cause damage to the unit. Allow the XPower Powerpack to cool down for at least 3 minutes after each jump- start WARNING Risk of explosion, fire or burnsWARNING Fire hazard WARNING Fire hazardWARNING Explosion and fire hazard Precautions When Working With Batteries10. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters your eyes, immediately flood them with running cold water for at least twenty minutes and get medical attention immediately The output of the inverter is non-sinusoidal Precautions for Using Rechargeable AppliancesImportant Safety Instructions Contents2 Features 1 Introduction3 Operation 4 MaintenanceB Warranty and Product Information 5 TroubleshootingA Specifications Page 1 Introduction About the XPower PowerpackComprehensive Protection Automatic overloadOverheating Low Battery ProtectionJump-Start Cables Safety Feature Materials List 2 FeaturesFront Panel Detail XPower Powerpack FeaturesFeature Description 1 DC Power Socket canAudible Alarm inside the unit sounds in the event Feature Descriptionshown of overheating or low battery protection on inverter RequiredRequired FeaturesHow to ConditionXPower Powerpack Features Rear Panel Detail XPower Powerpack 400R onlyFeature Description 975-0162-01-01Required Radio OperationHow to ConditionXPower Powerpack Features Air CompressorFeature Description 3 Valve connector with connector hose2 Light ON/OFF Switch 400 Plus Light ON/OFF/Pulse Switch 400R Left Side ViewFeature Description XPower Powerpack 400R shown Storage CompartmentFeature Description 4 Red “emergency” light cover 5 Compressor Nozzle Adaptor CompartmentFeature Description Accessories4 Accessory bag 2 Detachable heavy-duty jump-start cablesOperating Conditions and Guidelines 3 OperationDry Cool Ventilated Safe Protected from battery gases Choosing a LocationWARNING Fire or explosion 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 High Surge Appliances Run Time on Typical AC AppliancesOperating Several Appliances at Once Operating an AC ApplianceTrouble Appliances To operate an AC appliance CAUTION Equipment damage Operating 12 V DC AppliancesTo operate a 12 V DC appliance To jump-start a vehicle or boat engine Jump-Starting a Vehicle’s EngineWARNING Fire hazard WARNING Fire hazard9. Remove the cables from the Jump-Start Cable Port WARNING Fire hazardOver-Temperature Safety Protection Using the Air CompressorWARNING Risk of personal injury or damage to equipment WARNING Fire hazardInflating Tires Table 3-3 Pressure Specifications for Common ItemsWARNING Risk of personal injury or damage to equipment TiresTo inflate your vehicle, motorcycle, or bicycle tires Inflating Small Sports EquipmentWARNING Fire hazard Using the Radio XPower Powerpack 400RTo inflate small sports equipment Power Draw Connecting to an External BatteryListening to the AM Band WARNING Fire hazardWARNING Sparking and explosion WARNING Acid spills3-18 WARNING Shock hazard 4 MaintenanceBattery Maintenance Function button Recharging the XPower Powerpack BatteryRecharging with the AC Charger To recharge with the AC Charger Recharging with the DC Charging CableWARNING Fire and explosion hazard WARNING Fire and explosion hazard Recharging with a Generator’s Regulated 12 V DC OutletRefer to the Owner’s Guide accompanying your generator for detailed instructions on connecting the generator to a unit like the XPower Powerpack Battery Life Replacing the Internal BatteryRecharging From a Solar Panel To recharge with a solar panelReplacing the Battery WARNING Shock or electrical hazard Obtaining a Replacement BatteryWARNING Fire hazard To replace the batteryReplacing the Incandescent Light Maintenance Replacing the External Fuse1. Remove the fuse cover 2. Unscrew the two bolts on the fuse 4. Tighten the fuse with the two bolts 5. Replace the fuse coverCommon Problems 5 TroubleshootingBuzz in Audio Equipment Television InterferenceTable 5-1 Troubleshooting reference Troubleshooting ReferenceWARNING Electric shock hazard ProblemSolution ProblemTroubleshooting Reference Possible CauseProblem Table 5-1 Troubleshooting referenceSolution Possible CauseSolution ProblemPossible Cause ChargingProblem Table 5-1 Troubleshooting referenceSolution Possible Cause12 V DC Section A SpecificationsElectrical Specifications Internal Battery Charging Controller System AC Power SectionRadio XPower Powerpack 400R only Physical SpecificationsAccessories XPower PowerpackPage B Warranty and Product Information Warranty Proof of purchase may be in any one of the following forms Exclusions DisclaimerProduct Warning Limitations On Use Return Material Authorization PolicyReturn Procedure Out of Warranty Service Serial Number Information About Your SystemPurchased From Purchase Datef 1-800-994-7828 toll free in North America 1-360-925-5143 direct e customerservice@xantrex.com975-0162-01-01 Printed in China