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Xantrex Technology 800 Choosing a Location, WARNING Fire or explosion, Cool, Ventilated, Safe

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Choosing a Location

Choosing a Location

Choosing a Location

WARNING: Fire or explosion

The XPower Powerpack contains components that tend to produce arcs or sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not operate the XPower Powerpack in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials, or in locations that require ignition-protected equipment.

The XPower Powerpack should be operated only in a location that meets these requirements:

Dry	Do not allow water or other liquids to drop or splash on the
Dry	XPower Powerpack.
Cool	Ambient air temperature should be between 0 and 40ºC
Cool	(32 and 104ºF)—the cooler the better within this range.
	Leave at least 2" (5 cm) clearance around the XPower
Ventilated	Powerpack for air flow. Ensure that the ventilation openings
Ventilated	are not obstructed.
	Do not operate the unit in the same compartment as
Safe	batteries or in any compartment capable of storing
Safe	flammable liquids like gasoline.
Protected	Do not operate the XPower Powerpack where it will be
Protected	exposed to battery gases. These gases are very corrosive,
from battery	and prolonged exposure will damage the XPower
gases	Powerpack.

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Xantrex Technology 800 Choosing a Location, WARNING Fire or explosion, Cool, Ventilated, Safe, Protected, from battery

Contents

Owner’s Guide XPower Powerpack 200 PlusNotice of Copyright About XantrexTrademarks Exclusion for DocumentationPurpose About This GuideOrganization Abbreviations and Acronyms Conventions UsedThe following conventions are used in this guide Warnings and Cautions Important Safety InstructionsWARNING Shock hazard. Keep away from children WARNING Fire hazard WARNING Explosion hazardWARNING Heated surface WARNING Limitations on useWARNING Fire hazard The boosting feature is designed for short term operation only- less than 4 seconds. Operating the boosting feature for more than 4 seconds may cause damage to the unit. Allow the XPower Powerpack 200 Plus to cool down for at least 3 minutes after each boostWARNING Fire hazard Precautions When Working With Your Vehicle Battery WARNING Risk of Explosion, Fire or Burns10. 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 Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances 1 Introduction Contents2 Features 3 Operation5 Troubleshooting 4 MaintenanceA Specifications Comprehensive Protection About the XPower Powerpack1 Introduction Automatic Overload11.0 V DC and the unit turns OFF at 10.5 V DC Low Battery ProtectionComprehensive Protection 2 Features Materials ListFeature Description XPower Powerpack FeaturesFront Panel Detail 1 DC Power OutletFeature Description Feature Left Side ViewXPower Powerpack Features 1 Light On/Off SwitchAccessories Accessory DescriptionPage Attention Charge Before Use 3 OperationOperating Conditions and Guidelines from battery Choosing a LocationWARNING Fire or explosion CoolTo recharge with the AC Charger Recharging with the AC ChargerUsing XPower Powerpack for the First Time Understanding AC Appliances Using the Built-in LightOperating AC Appliances Run Time on Typical AC AppliancesTrouble Appliances High Surge AppliancesTable 3-1 AC Appliances and Run Times Operating Several Appliances at Once Operating an AC ApplianceTo operate an AC appliance If you ignore the warning, the XPower Powerpack automatically turns off a few minutes later to prevent battery damage Operating 12 V DC Appliances CAUTION Equipment damageTo operate a 12 V DC appliance Boosting a Vehicle’s EngineWARNING Fire hazard To boost a vehicle or boat engine WARNING Fire hazard7. Switch ON the boosting power switch WARNING Fire hazardWARNING Risk of personal injury or damage to equipment Using the Air CompressorOver-temperature Safety Protection WARNING Fire hazardInflating Tires To inflate your vehicle, motorcycle, or bicycle tiresTo inflate small sports equipment Inflating Small Sports EquipmentWARNING Fire hazard WARNING Fire hazard Connecting to an External BatteryWARNING Acid spills WARNING Fire hazardPage Battery Maintenance 4 MaintenanceWARNING Shock hazard Recharging the XPower Powerpack Battery Recharging with the AC ChargerTo recharge with the AC Charger Recharging with the DC Charging Cable WARNING Fire and explosion hazardPage Refer to the Owner’s Guide accompanying your generator for detailed instructions on connecting the generator to a unit like the XPower Powerpack Recharging with a Generator’s Regulated 12 V DC OutletWARNING Fire and explosion hazard To wire the coaxial DC connector Recharging from a Solar PanelReplacing the Built-in Light RecyclingTo replace the light bulb Page Buzz in Audio Equipment 5 TroubleshootingCommon Problems Television InterferenceWARNING Electric shock hazard Troubleshooting ReferenceTable 5-1 Troubleshooting reference ProblemSolution Table 5-1 Troubleshooting referenceProblem Troubleshooting ReferenceSolution Table 5-1 Troubleshooting referenceProblem Possible CauseSolution Table 5-1 Troubleshooting referenceProblem Possible CauseSolution Table 5-1 Troubleshooting referenceProblem Possible CauseElectrical Specifications A Specifications12 V DC Section AC Power Section Electrical SpecificationsInternal Battery Charging Controller System Physical specifications Physical SpecificationsAccessories XPower PowerpackPage Warranty and Return WarrantyExclusions DisclaimerProduct Warranty and ReturnWarranty and Return Return Material Authorization PolicyReturn Procedure 975-0189-01-01Out of Warranty Service Information About Your System