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Xantrex Technology 400, 800 manual Important Safety Instructions, Warnings and Cautions

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Important Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

The XPower Powerpack 200 Plus generates a type of AC power similar to a normal household wall outlet. Operating the XPower Powerpack 200 Plus incorrectly or misusing it may damage the equipment or create hazardous conditions for the user.

Important: Before using your XPower Powerpack 200 Plus, be sure to read and save these safety instructions.

Warnings and Cautions

WARNING: Shock hazard. Keep away from children.

The XPower Powerpack 200 Plus generates the same potentially lethal AC power as a normal household wall outlet. Do not insert foreign objects into the AC Power Outlet, the DC Power Outlet, or the ventilation holes. Do not expose this product to water, rain, snow, or spray.

Do not open the XPower Powerpack 200 Plus. There are no user- serviceable parts inside the unit.

CAUTION

Do not connect any AC appliance with the neutral conductor connected to ground to the XPower Powerpack 200 Plus.

CAUTION

Do not expose the XPower Powerpack 200 Plus to temperatures over 40°C (104°F).

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Xantrex Technology 400 Important Safety Instructions, Warnings and Cautions, WARNING Shock hazard. Keep away from children

Contents

XPower Powerpack 200 Plus Owner’s GuideTrademarks About XantrexNotice of Copyright Exclusion for DocumentationOrganization About This GuidePurpose The following conventions are used in this guide Conventions UsedAbbreviations and Acronyms WARNING Shock hazard. Keep away from children Important Safety InstructionsWarnings and Cautions WARNING Heated surface WARNING Explosion hazardWARNING Fire hazard 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 WARNING Risk of Explosion, Fire or Burns Precautions When Working With Your Vehicle Battery10. 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 2 Features Contents1 Introduction 3 OperationA Specifications 4 Maintenance5 Troubleshooting 1 Introduction About the XPower PowerpackComprehensive Protection Automatic OverloadComprehensive Protection Low Battery Protection11.0 V DC and the unit turns OFF at 10.5 V DC Materials List 2 FeaturesFront Panel Detail XPower Powerpack FeaturesFeature Description 1 DC Power OutletFeature Description XPower Powerpack Features Left Side ViewFeature 1 Light On/Off SwitchAccessory Description AccessoriesPage Operating Conditions and Guidelines 3 OperationAttention Charge Before Use WARNING Fire or explosion Choosing a Locationfrom battery CoolUsing XPower Powerpack for the First Time Recharging with the AC ChargerTo recharge with the AC Charger Operating AC Appliances Using the Built-in LightUnderstanding AC Appliances Run Time on Typical AC AppliancesTable 3-1 AC Appliances and Run Times High Surge AppliancesTrouble Appliances To operate an AC appliance Operating an AC ApplianceOperating Several Appliances at Once If you ignore the warning, the XPower Powerpack automatically turns off a few minutes later to prevent battery damage CAUTION Equipment damage Operating 12 V DC AppliancesWARNING Fire hazard Boosting a Vehicle’s EngineTo operate a 12 V DC appliance WARNING Fire hazard To boost a vehicle or boat engineWARNING Fire hazard 7. Switch ON the boosting power switchOver-temperature Safety Protection Using the Air CompressorWARNING Risk of personal injury or damage to equipment WARNING Fire hazardTo inflate your vehicle, motorcycle, or bicycle tires Inflating TiresWARNING Fire hazard Inflating Small Sports EquipmentTo inflate small sports equipment WARNING Acid spills Connecting to an External BatteryWARNING Fire hazard WARNING Fire hazardPage WARNING Shock hazard 4 MaintenanceBattery Maintenance To recharge with the AC Charger Recharging with the AC ChargerRecharging the XPower Powerpack Battery WARNING Fire and explosion hazard Recharging with the DC Charging CablePage 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 Recharging from a Solar Panel To wire the coaxial DC connectorTo replace the light bulb RecyclingReplacing the Built-in Light Page Common Problems 5 TroubleshootingBuzz in Audio Equipment Television InterferenceTable 5-1 Troubleshooting reference Troubleshooting ReferenceWARNING Electric shock hazard ProblemProblem Table 5-1 Troubleshooting referenceSolution Troubleshooting ReferenceProblem Table 5-1 Troubleshooting referenceSolution Possible CauseProblem Table 5-1 Troubleshooting referenceSolution Possible CauseProblem Table 5-1 Troubleshooting referenceSolution Possible Cause12 V DC Section A SpecificationsElectrical Specifications Internal Battery Charging Controller System Electrical SpecificationsAC Power Section Accessories Physical SpecificationsPhysical specifications XPower PowerpackPage Warranty Warranty and ReturnProduct DisclaimerExclusions Warranty and ReturnReturn Procedure Return Material Authorization PolicyWarranty and Return 975-0189-01-01Information About Your System Out of Warranty Service