Operation | Xantrex Technology 600HD guide

3 Operation

Chapter 3 explains how to operate the XPower Powerpack 600HD efficiently. This chapter covers:

•Recharging the XPower Powerpack for first time use

•Using the built-in light

•Operating AC appliances and 12 V DC appliances

•Jump-starting a vehicle’s engine

•Connecting to an external battery for additional run time.

Operating Conditions and Guidelines

CAUTION

Read all operating instructions before operating the XPower

Powerpack.

CAUTION

Do not use the XPower Powerpack to operate any AC appliances or 12 V DC appliances while recharging with the AC Charger. The AC Charger may fail if AC appliances or 12 V DC appliances are operated while the AC Charger is connected.

CAUTION

The XPower Powerpack is not intended for use as a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply).

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Xantrex Technology 600HD manual Operation, Operating Conditions and Guidelines

Contents

XPower Powerpack 600HD XPower Powerpack 600HD Owner’s Guide Date and Revision Purpose Conventions Used Related Information Important Safety Instructions Safety Safety Precautions When Working With Batteries Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances Viii Contents Maintenance TroubleshootingSpecifications About the XPower Powerpack 600HD IntroductionComprehensive Protection Automatic overload Low Battery Protection Jump-Start Cables Safety Feature Features Materials List XPower Powerpack 600HD Features Front Panel FeaturesFeature Description Front Panel Detail Required How to Condition Required Action Control Panel Operation Charging Status AM/FM Radio with Digital Alarm Clock Radio and Clock Features Radio and Clock Operation DC Power Socket can Left Side View Accessories Detachable heavy-duty jump-start cables Operation Operating Conditions and Guidelines Dry Cool Ventilated Safe Protected from battery gases Choosing a Location Using XPower Powerpack 600HD for the First Time Recharging with the AC ChargerTo recharge with the AC Charger Using the Light Operating AC AppliancesUnderstanding AC Appliances AC-powered Products Watts a Run time hours b Run Time on Typical AC Appliances Trouble Appliances Operating an AC Appliance To operate an AC appliance Operating 12 V DC Appliances DC Appliance Watts a Run Time Hours b To operate a 12 V DC appliance Jump-Starting a Vehicle’s Engine To jump-start a vehicle or boat engine Jump-Starting a Vehicle’s Engine Using the Radio Connecting to an External BatteryPower Draw Listening to the AM Band Connecting to an External Battery Connecting to an External Battery Maintenance Battery Maintenance Recharging the XPower Powerpack 600HD Battery Function button Recharging with the AC Charger Recharging with the DC Charging Cable Recharging the XPower Powerpack 600HD Battery Recharging with a Generator’s Regulated 12 V DC Outlet Recharging From a Solar Panel To wire the coaxial DC connector 1Typical DC Coaxial Connector Connection Replacing the Incandescent Light Replacing the External FuseTo replace the light bulb To replace the external fuse Troubleshooting Common ProblemsBuzz in Audio Equipment Television Interference Troubleshooting Reference Problem Possible Cause Solution Green Charging Status light is Charging Green Voltage at the AC Use AC wall outlet that supplies Page Specifications Electrical SpecificationsDC Section AC Power Section Internal Battery Charging Controller System Physical Specifications AccessoriesRadio Page Warranty and Return Information Warranty Warranty and Return Disclaimer ProductExclusions Return Material Authorization Policy Return Procedure Out of Warranty Service Information About Your System Serial Number Purchased From Purchase Date 975-0213-01-01 REV. a