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Xantrex Xpower Pocket Powerpack 100 Owner's Manual
Summary of Xpower Pocket Powerpack 100
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Xpower pocket powerpack 100 owner's guide by 975-0249-01-01 rev. A printed in china t 1-800-394-0440 (toll free in north america) 1-604-422-2777 (direct) f 1-604-420-2145 e customerservice@xantrex.Com www.Xantrex.Com artwork no. 975-0249-01-01 rev. A 2005-08-3.
Page 2: About Xantrex
About xantrex xantrex technology inc. Is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to one mw utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid- connected and stand-...
Page 3: Date and Revision
(b) assumes no responsibility or liability for loss or damage, whether direct, indirect, consequential or incidental, which might arise out of the use of such information. The use of any such information will be entirely at the user’s risk. Date and revision august 2005 revision a part number 975-02...
Page 4: Contents
Contents iii 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2. Important safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 additional safety guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 3. Safety features . ....
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Iv recharging the powerpack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 7. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 inverter powered by dc input cable . . . . . . . . . . 30 inverter powered by powerpac...
Page 6: 1 Introduction
1 1 introduction thank you for purchasing the xpower pocket powerpack 100. This product is part of a family of advanced high-performance power inverters from xantrex, the leader in high-frequency inverter design. The xpower pocket powerpack 100 has two separate modules: 1. An inverter module connect...
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2 the xpower pocket powerpack 100 uses reliable solid state power electronics for years of safe, trouble- free operation and includes automatic safety monitoring circuitry to protect it, and your battery, from inadvertent overload conditions. Read this guide before operating or charging the xpower p...
Page 8: Warnings Identify
3 2 important safety information misusing or incorrectly connecting the xpower pocket powerpack 100 may damage the equipment or create hazardous conditions for users. Read the following safety instructions and pay special attention to all caution and warning statements in the guide. Warnings identif...
Page 9: Warning
4 warning the inverter housing may become uncomfortably warm, reaching 140° f (60° c) under extended high power operation. During operation, keep it away from materials that may be affected by high temperatures. Warning do not use the xpower pocket powerpack 100 in the presence of flammable fumes or...
Page 10: Warning: Shock Hazard
5 warning: shock hazard use caution when inserting an ac plug into the three-prong ac outlet. The prongs of an ac plug can become bent from misuse. If an ac plug is improperly inserted into the ac outlet, a bent prong can slip outside the inverter and become a shock hazard. Warning: shock hazard gri...
Page 11: Warning: Fire Hazard
6 warning: fire hazard • never charge the powerpack unattended. • charge the powerpack in an isolated area, away from other flammable materials. • let the powerpack cool down to ambient temperature before charging. • storing the powerpack at temperatures over 170 °f (77 °c) for over two hours may ca...
Page 12: Warning: Personal Injury
7 warning: personal injury • the cells inside the powerpack contain toxic substances. Do not use the powerpack if the casing is broken or if it emits an unusual odor, produces excessive heat, or leaks. Avoid contact with any substance that leaks from the powerpack. • do not attempt to open the power...
Page 13: Caution
8 caution: ac output non-sinusoidal some chargers for small nickel-cadmium batteries can be damaged if connected to the xpower pocket powerpack 100. Do not use the xpower pocket powerpack 100 with the following appliances: • small battery-operated appliances like rechargeable flashlights, some recha...
Page 14: Additional Safety Guidelines
9 additional safety guidelines • do not insert foreign objects in the ac outlet or other openings. • never connect the xpower pocket powerpack 100 to power utility ac distribution wiring. • do not use the xpower pocket powerpack 100 in temperatures over 100° f (40° c). • do not expose the xpower poc...
Page 15: 3 Safety Features
10 3 safety features these advanced safety features are built into the xpower pocket powerpack 100: • electronic overload protection • user-replaceable 10 a fuse • low battery voltage shutdown • high-input voltage protection • over-temperature protection • output short circuit protection..
Page 16: 4 Features and Accessories
11 4 features and accessories figure 1 xpower inverter module features ac outlet power/fault light fuse usb power port dc input port ventilation openings mounting slot.
Page 17: Dc Input Cable
12 figure 2 powerpack module features figure 3 inverter accessories power/fault light o n /o ff switch mounting tab ac charger input dc output plug airplane power plug vehicle power outlet adapter dc input cable ac charger.
Page 18: 5 Using The Inverter
13 5 using the inverter through its ac outlet, the xpower pocket powerpack 100 is capable of powering most 120 v ac products that use 100 w or less. The xpower pocket powerpack 100 can also power or charge most consumer electronics that have usb power ports. The xpower pocket powerpack 100’s ac outp...
Page 19: Dc Input Cable
14 using the inverter module with dc input cable using the vehicle power outlet adapter due to the limitations of 12 v outlets in automobiles or boats, the inverter module should only be used to supply ac power to products that require 100 w (about 0.8 a) or less. 1. Attach the power outlet adapter ...
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15 4. Plug the device you want to operate into the inverter module. See “inverter operation” on page 20. 5. When the inverter module is not in use, unplug it from the 12 v outlet to prevent slight discharge of the battery. Figure 4 connecting the adapter and dc cable press latch to remove adapter. A...
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16 using the airplane power plug 1. Plug the dc input cable into the dc input port on the inverter module. Observe correct polarity. See figure 4. 2. Insert the airplane power plug into the 12 v outlet. 3. Plug the device you want to operate into the inverter module. See “inverter operation” on page...
Page 22: Airline Compatibility
17 airline compatibility table 1 provides a list of airlines, aircraft, and passenger classes that have dc power sockets compatible with the xpower pocket powerpack 100. Table 1 airline compatibility airline aircraft passenger class air canada a330, a340 business class air china 747-400 business cla...
Page 23: To Use The Powerpack:
18 using the inverter with powerpack the powerpack is designed to connect to the inverter module and provide power to operate or charge devices that consume 100 w or less. To use the powerpack: 1. Connect the inverter module to the powerpack, ensuring that the mounting tab on the powerpack slides in...
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19 when the battery in the powerpack has discharged below 10%, the led will illuminate red, indicating that the battery needs to be recharged. Figure 5 connecting the inverter and powerpack dc output plug mounting tab o n /o ff switch.
Page 25: 6 Inverter Operation
20 6 inverter operation operation with the dc input cable follow these procedures and guidelines when using the inverter module as a stand-alone unit. 1. When the dc input cable is properly connected to a 12 v outlet, the light on the inverter module will glow blue, indicating the inverter is ready....
Page 26: Important:
21 • if an ac product rated higher than 100 w is plugged into the xpower pocket powerpack 100, the inverter will shut down. The red fault light comes on. • appliances such as televisions and devices with motors consume much more power than their average rating when they are switched on. Although the...
Page 27: Caution
22 • should a defective battery charging system cause the battery voltage to rise to dangerously high levels, the xpower pocket powerpack 100 automatically shuts down. The red fault light comes on. • in the event of an overload, low battery voltage or overheating, the xpower pocket powerpack 100 aut...
Page 28: Operation With The Powerpack
23 when using a vehicle battery as a power source, it is strongly recommended to start the vehicle every hour or two to recharge the battery before its capacity drops too low. The inverter module can operate while the engine is running, but the normal voltage drop that occurs during starting of the ...
Page 29: Device Run Times
24 device run times typical portable devices that can be used with the xpower pocket powerpack 100 are listed in table 2. Interference with electronic equipment generally, most ac products operate with the xpower pocket powerpack 100 just as they would with household ac power. Below is information c...
Page 30: Television Interference
25 buzzing sound in audio systems and radios some inexpensive stereo systems and am-fm radios have inadequate internal power supply filtering and “buzz” slightly when powered by the xpower pocket powerpack 100. Generally, the only solution is an audio product with a higher quality filter. Television...
Page 31: Recharging The Powerpack
26 recharging the powerpack when household ac power is available, the powerpack can be recharged using the ac charger. You can also charge the powerpack using the inverter module with the dc input cable while you drive your vehicle. To recharge the powerpack using household power: 1. If the inverter...
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27 figure 6 charging the powerpack with ac power ac charger input.
Page 33: 12 V Outlet:
28 to recharge the powerpack using a vehicle’s 12 v outlet: 1. If the inverter module is connected to the powerpack, disconnect any devices plugged into the inverter and disconnect the inverter from the powerpack. 2. If necessary, attach the vehicle power outlet adapter to the dc input cable. See fi...
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29 6. Insert the dc input cable into the vehicle or airplane 12 v outlet. See figure 7. While the powerpack is recharging, the blue led flashes every two seconds. When the powerpack is fully charged, the blue led glows steadily. A typical recharge may take up to 11 hours. Figure 7 charging the power...
Page 35: 7 Troubleshooting
30 7 troubleshooting general problem: measured inverter output is too low. Inverter powered by dc input cable problem: ac product will not operate, no inverter lights are on . Possible cause remedy standard “average- reading” ac voltmeter used to measure output voltage, resulting in an apparent read...
Page 36: Possible Cause
31 problem: ac product will not operate, red light on . Possible cause remedy vehicle battery is defective. Check battery and replace if required. Loose connections. Check connections. Fuse is blown. Replace fuse (see page 35). Possible cause remedy ac product(s) connected are rated at more than the...
Page 37: Inverter And Powerpack Are
32 inverter powered by powerpack problem: ac product will not operate, lights on inverter and powerpack are off . Vehicle battery is discharged. Recharge battery. The inverter has overheated due to poor ventilation and has shut down. Unplug dc cable and allow inverter to cool 15 minutes. Remove obje...
Page 38: Powerpack Light Is
33 problem: ac product will not operate, blue powerpack light is on , inverter light is off . Problem: ac product will not operate, red lights on inverter and powerpack are on . Powerpack internal fuse is blown. Return to dealer. Powerpack has shut down from overload or over- temperature. Unplug inv...
Page 39: Light Is
34 problem: ac product will not operate, red inverter light is on ; blue powerpack light is on . Possible cause remedy ac product(s) connected are rated at more than the inverter’s continuous power rating; overload shutdown has occurred. Use a product with a power rating less than the inverter’s con...
Page 40: Replacing The Fuse
35 replacing the fuse the xpower inverter has a replaceable 10 a fuse. Remove the blown fuse from the back of the unit and replace it with a littelfuse mini ® fuse, littelfuse catalog number 297 010. Battery recycling at the end of the powerpack’s useful life, you should dispose of your ni-mh batter...
Page 41: 8 Specifications
36 8 specifications specifications are subject to change without notice. Electrical specifications ac power output ac output voltage (nominal) 120 v ac continuous ac output power 80 w 5 minutes ac output power 100 w maximum ac output surge power 160 w ac output frequency 60 ± 4 hz ac output waveform...
Page 42: Dc Power
37 dc power dc input voltage 13.2 vdc battery drain with no ac load (at 12 v input) 0.25 a efficiency (maximum) 90% low battery shutdown point (nominal) 10.5 v high battery shutdown point (nominal) 15.5 v powerpack dc output voltage range 10–15.5 vdc dc output current 15 a maximum battery capacity 3...
Page 43: Physical Specifications
38 physical specifications accessories inverter ambient operating temperature range 0 °c–40 °c (32 °f–104 °f) dimensions (l × w × h) 5 1/2 × 3 1/8 × 3/4" (140 × 80 × 20 mm) weight 0.5 lb. (227 g) powerpack ambient operating temperature range 0 °c–40 °c (32 °f–104 °f) dimensions (l × w × h) 6 1/2 × 4...
Page 44: 9 Warranty and Return
39 9 warranty and return warranty what does this warranty cover? This limited warranty is provided by xantrex technology, inc. ("xantrex") and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your xpower inverter. This warranty period lasts for 1 year from the date of purchase at the point of sale to ...
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40 shipment to the customer, whichever is greater. All replaced products and all parts removed from repaired products become the property of xantrex. Xantrex covers both parts and labor necessary to repair the product, and return shipment to the customer via a xantrex- selected non-expedited surface...
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41 network of regional authorized service centers. Call xantrex or check our website to see if your product can be repaired at one of these facilities. What proof of purchase is required? In any warranty claim, dated proof of purchase must accompany the product and the product must not have been dis...
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42 what does this warranty not cover? This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal, installation, or troubleshooting of the customer's electrical systems. This warranty does not apply to and xantrex will not be responsible for any defect in...
Page 48: Disclaimer
43 disclaimer product this limited warranty is the sole and exclusive warranty provided by xantrex in connection with your xantrex product and is, where permitted by law, in lieu of all other warranties, conditions, guarantees, representations, obligations and liabilities, express or implied, statut...
Page 49: Exclusions
44 expenses however arising whether in contract or tort including without restriction any economic losses of any kind, any loss or damage to property, any personal injury, any damage or injury arising from or as a result of misuse or abuse, or the incorrect installation, integration or operation of ...
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45 specifically, please note that the xp ower i nverter should not be used in connection with life support systems or other medical equipment or devices. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, xantrex makes no representations or warranties regarding the use of the xantrex xp ower i nverte...
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46 return material authorization policy before returning a product directly to xantrex you must obtain a return material authorization (rma) number and the correct factory "ship to" address. Products must also be shipped prepaid. Product shipments will be refused and returned at your expense if they...
Page 52: Return Procedure
47 return procedure 1. Package the unit safely, preferably using the original box and packing materials. Please ensure that your product is shipped fully insured in the original packaging or equivalent. This warranty will not apply where the product is damaged due to improper packaging. 2. Include t...
Page 53: Out of Warranty Service
48 if you are returning a product to a xantrex authorized service center (asc) a xantrex return material authorization (rma) number is not required. However, you must contact the asc prior to returning the product or presenting the unit to verify any return procedures that may apply to that particul...