Operating AC Appliances
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Operating AC Appliances

Understanding AC Appliances

AC appliances are rated by how much electrical power (in
watts) they consume. XPower Powerpack can power most
appliances within its continuous power rating (240 W, 1A).
Some appliances may be difficult or impossible to operate
from the XPower Powerpack. They may have high surge
requirements or should not be run from the XPower
Powerpack. See “High Surge Appliances” on page 15 and
“Trouble Appliances” on page 15.

Run Time on Typical AC Appliances

Typical AC appliances that can be used on the XPower
Powerpack are listed in Table 3-1.
Note:The fewer watts an AC appliance uses, the longer the
XPower Powerpack will operate before recharging is required.
Table 3-1
AC Appliances and Run Times
AC Appliance Wattsa
a. Represents actual power consumption as measured on sample appliances.
Hoursb
b. O perating times assume a fully charged 12 Ah battery and may vary based
on model/brand of appliance.
Cordless telephone (stand by) 5 20
Clock radio 8 11
Portable stereo 10 9
Fluorescent work light 14 5
Fireplace fan 20 4
Laptop computer 25 3
Table lamp 40 1 hr. 30 min.
Color TV – 13" 60 1 hr. 30 min.
Computer with 15" monitor 150 30 min.