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Xantrex Technology Solar 400 manual Operation, Operating Conditions and Guidelines

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3 Operation

Chapter 3 explains how to operate the Powerpack Solar 400 efficiently. This chapter covers:

•Choosing a Location (page 10)

•Recharging the Powerpack Solar 400 (page 11)

•Interpreting Display Codes (page 19)

•Operating AC appliances (page 22)

•Operating 12-volt DC appliances (page 25)

•Charging USB Devices (page 27)

•Using the LED Lamp (page 29)

•Using the Back Stand (page 30)

Operating Conditions and Guidelines

CAUTION

Read all safety instructions and the operational procedures in the manual before operating the Powerpack Solar 400. Retain this manual for future reference.

CAUTION

The Powerpack Solar 400 is not intended for use as a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply).

WARNING: Limitations on Use

The XPower Powerpack Solar 400 is not intended for use in connection with life support systems or other medical equipment or devices.

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Xantrex Technology Solar 400 manual Operation, Operating Conditions and Guidelines, WARNING Limitations on Use

Contents

XPower Powerpack Solar Owner’s GuideTrademarks About XantrexNotice of Copyright Exclusion for DocumentationConventions Used PurposeAbout This Guide About This Guide Related Information975-0328-01-01 Warnings and Cautions Important Safety InstructionsWARNING Limitations on Use WARNING Shock hazard. Keep away from childrenWARNING Heated surface WARNING Explosion hazardPrecautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances IF BATTERY ACID CONTACTS SKIN IF BATTERY ACID CONTACTS EYESFirst Aid 2 Features Contents1 Introduction 3 Operation4 Maintenance A Specifications 5 TroubleshootingWarranty and Return Information ContentsPage Tables Page Figures Page 1 Introduction About the Powerpack SolarComprehensive Protection Automatic OverloadOverheating Low Battery ProtectionContents 2 FeaturesFront and Side Panels Powerpack Solar 400 FeaturesFigure 2-2 Front and Side Panels FeatureControl Panel and Display Control Panel and DisplayFeature C-, then Battery charge capacity status as LoFigure 2-4 Power Sockets Power Socket Side PanelFeature DC Input/Output Power Socket DC SocketSolar Panel Component Solar Panel ComponentsFeature DescriptionFigure 2-7 Accessories AccessoriesBackside Panel Backside PanelOperating Conditions and Guidelines 3 OperationWARNING Limitations on Use WARNING Fire or explosion Choosing a LocationDry Cool Ventilated Safe Protected from battery gases Important Charge Before Use Recharging the Powerpack Solar 400 BatteryCharging with the AC Charger Powerpack Solar 400 AC Charging FeatureFigure 3-1 Charging with AC Power WARNING Fire and explosion hazard Charging with the DC-to-DC Accessory CableRecharging the Powerpack Solar 400 Battery Figure 3-2 Charging with DC Power975-0328-01-01 Refer to the Owner’s Guide accompanying your generator for detailed instructions on connecting the generator to a unit like the Powerpack Solar Recharging with a Generator’s Regulated 12 Vdc OutletWARNING Fire and explosion hazard To reconnect the solar panel to the unit Recharging From the Solar PanelTo recharge with a solar panel CAUTION Risk of Equipment DamageInterpreting Display Codes Checking Battery and AC StatusRequired OperationRequired How toRequired RequiredHow to ConditionImportant Know the size of the loads AC AppliancesOperating AC Appliances Low-Battery AlarmHigh Surge Appliances Overload ProtectionTrouble Appliances Important Know the size of the loads 12 Vdc AppliancesFigure 3-7 Operating DC Appliances Operating DC AppliancesLow-Battery Alarm Overload ProtectionTable 3-3 Typical USB Devices and Charge Times USB DevicesCharging Devices via the USB Port Low Battery AlarmLow Battery Alarm Using the LED LampsFigure 3-10 Back Stand Using the Back StandSolar Panel Maintenance 4 MaintenanceBattery Maintenance WARNING Shock hazardRecycling Battery LifeThe following website provides additional recycling information Battery Maintenance975-0328-01-01 Page Common Problems 5 TroubleshootingBuzz in Audio Equipment Television InterferenceWARNING Electric shock hazard Troubleshooting ReferenceSolution ProblemTroubleshooting Reference Possible CauseProblem Table 5-1 Troubleshooting referenceSolution battery run times, see the BatteryProblem Display Error CodesSolution Possible CausePage Electrical Specifications A SpecificationsAC Power Section Internal Battery Section DC Power SectionUSB Section Accessories Physical SpecificationsSolar Panel Section Page Warranty Warranty and Return InformationProduct DisclaimerWarranty and Return 975-0328-01-01Return Procedure Return Material Authorization PolicyExclusions Warranty and ReturnWarranty and Return Out of Warranty Service975-0328-01-01 Information About Your System