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Xantrex XPower Powerpack 300 Owner's Manual - Low Battery Protection

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    By xpower powerpack 3 00 (emergency power) owner's guide 975-0277-01-01 rev. A printed in china t 1-360-925-5059 f 1-360-925-5143 www.Xantrex.Com/support.

  • Page 2: Xpower Powerpack

    By xpower powerpack 300 owner’s guide.

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    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-a...

  • Page 4: About This Guide

    I about this guide purpose the purpose of this owner’s guide is to provideexplanations and procedures for installing, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the xpower powerpack 300. Organization this guide is organized into five chapters and an appendix: chapter 1, “introduction”, provides an ...

  • Page 5: Conventions Used

    About this guide ii conventions used the following conventions are used in this guide. Abbreviations and acronyms warning warnings identify conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of life. Caution cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the unit or to...

  • Page 6: Warnings and Cautions

    Iii important safety instructions the xpower powerpack 300 generates a type of ac power similar to a normal household wall outlet. Operating the xpower powerpack incorrectly or misusing it may damage the equipment or create hazardous conditions for the user. Warnings and cautions important: before u...

  • Page 7: Warning: Explosion Hazard

    Important safety information iv warning: explosion hazard do not use this product where there are flammable fumes or gases, such as in the bilge of a gasoline-powered boat, or near propane tanks. Do not use this product in an enclosure containing automotive-type lead-acid batteries. These batteries,...

  • Page 8: Warning: Fire Hazard

    Important safety information v warning: fire hazard the jump-start feature is designed for short term operation only— less than 4 seconds. Operating the jump-start feature for more than 4 seconds may cause damage to the unit. Allow the xpower powerpack 300 to cool down for at least 3 minutes after e...

  • Page 9: Vehicle Battery

    Important safety information vi precautions when working with your vehicle battery 1. Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed. 2. Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated. 3. Never smoke or ...

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    Important safety information vii 10. 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. 11. Keep a supply of baking soda on hand i...

  • Page 11: Appliances

    Important safety information viii precautions for using rechargeable appliances most rechargeable battery-operated equipment uses a separate charger or transformer that is plugged into an ac receptacle and produces a low voltage charging output. Some chargers for rechargeable batteries can be damage...

  • Page 12: Contents

    Ix contents 1 introduction about the xpower powerpack 300 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1 comprehensive protection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1 automatic overload - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1 overheating - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ...

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    X using the air compressor - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21 over-temperature safety protection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21 inflating tires - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22 inflating small sports equipment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ...

  • Page 14: Introduction

    1 1 introduction about the xpower powerpack 300 easy-to-use and designed for years of reliable service, the xpower powerpack can run many ac appliances and 12 v dc appliances whenever you need power for work or play, at home or on the road. Xpower powerpack: • powers 120 v ac appliances • powers 12 ...

  • Page 15: Low Battery Protection

    Comprehensive protection 2 low battery protection low battery protection protects the internal battery from excessive discharge and possible damage. When the ac power on / off switch is turned on , an audible alarm alerts you when the internal battery is nearly discharged (11.0 v dc) and the unit tu...

  • Page 16: Features

    3 2 features chapter 2 describes the main features of the xpower powerpack 300. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with these features before operating the unit. Materials list your xpower powerpack package includes these items: p xpower powerpack p owner’s guide p ac charger p dc charging c...

  • Page 17: Xpower Powerpack Features

    Xpower powerpack features 4 xpower powerpack features front panel detail feature description 1 dc power outlet: • powers 12 v dc auto, rv or marine appliances • recharges xpower powerpack from a 12 v outlet in a vehicle using the dc charging cable. 2 battery level leds illuminate to indicate the xpo...

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    Xpower powerpack features 5 4 battery status led illuminates when the xpower powerpack is charging(when an ac charger is connected to the xpower powerpack’s ac charger input socket and plugged into the household 120 v ac outlet). 5 red incorrect jumpstart connection led illuminates and an alarm soun...

  • Page 19: Left Side View

    Xpower powerpack features 6 left side view feature description 1 pressure gauge shows the psi (lb/in 2 ). 2 jump-starting clamp 3 jump-start power switch 4 ac charger input socket 5 compressor on / off switch 6 nozzle packet compartment not shown valve connector with connector hose 2 6 1 4 5 3.

  • Page 20: Accessories

    Xpower powerpack features 7 accessories accessory description 1 ac charger lets you recharge the xpower powerpack from a standard ac wall outlet and can only be used to recharge the internal battery of the xpower powerpack. 2 dc charging cable lets you recharge the xpower powerpack from a 12 v syste...

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  • Page 22: Operation

    9 3 operation chapter 3 explains how to operate the xpower powerpack 300 efficiently. This chapter covers: • recharging the xpower powerpack for first-time use • using the flashlight • operating ac appliances and 12 v dc appliances • jump-starting a vehicle’s engine • using the air compressor • conn...

  • Page 23: Choosing A Location

    Choosing a location 10 • motor loads with high startup power surge requirements: sump pumps, circular saws, larger power tools, refrigerators. Visit www.Xantrex.Com for higher power solutions. Choosing a location the xpower powerpack should be operated only in a location that meets these requirement...

  • Page 24: Caution

    Using xpower powerpack for the first time 11 using xpower powerpack for the first time recharging with the ac charger recharging with the ac charger is a true “plug-in-and- forget” charging method. We recommend leaving the ac charger connected when the xpower powerpack is not in use. To recharge wit...

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    Recharging with the ac charger 12 important: the 24-hour charging time for the xpower powerpack assumes that there is 120 v ac at the ac wall outlet. If the voltage is less than 120 v ac, it may take more than 24 hours to fully recharge the xpower powerpack. If, after 24 hours of charging, the batte...

  • Page 26: Using The Flashlight

    Using the flashlight 13 using the flashlight the xpower powerpack has a detachable flashlight that operates for up to 18 hours before needing to be recharged. To detach the flashlight, push the rim of the flashlight lens straight back, then swing the light away from the unit. To replace the flashlig...

  • Page 27: Operating Ac Appliances

    Operating ac appliances 14 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, 1 a). Some appliances may be difficult or impossible to o...

  • Page 28: High Surge Appliances

    Operating ac appliances 15 high surge appliances the wattage rating of ac appliances is the average power used by the appliance. Appliances such as televisions and appliances with motors consume much more power than their average rating when they are first switched on. Although the xpower powerpack ...

  • Page 29: Operating An Ac Appliance

    Operating ac appliances 16 operating several appliances at once you can run several ac appliances if the total rating of all the appliances (in watts) does not exceed 240 w. Run time, however, will decrease accordingly with the number of appliances being operated and the ac power being consumed. Ope...

  • Page 30: Caution: Equipment Damage

    Operating 12 v dc appliances 17 operating 12 v dc appliances the xpower powerpack can operate 12 v dc auto, rv, marine, or other portable appliances that draw 12 a or less from a 12 v dc power outlet or from a vehicle’s lighter socket. Typical 12 v dc appliances that can be used with the xpower powe...

  • Page 31: Warning: Fire Hazard

    Jump-starting a vehicle’s engine 18 to operate a 12 v dc appliance: 1. Open the protective cover on the dc power outlet of the xpower powerpack. 2. Plug the 12 v dc appliance into the dc power outlet on the left side of the unit, and turn the 12 v dc appliance on (if required). If the 12 v dc applia...

  • Page 32: Warning: Fire Hazard

    Jump-starting a vehicle’s engine 19 to jump-start a vehicle or boat engine: 1. Turn off the vehicle or boat ignition and all accessories. 2. Engage the park or emergency brake and place the transmission in park for an automatic or neutral for a manual. 3. If jump-starting a boat engine, purge the en...

  • Page 33: Warning: Fire Hazard

    Jump-starting a vehicle’s engine 20 if no alarm sounds, and the green jumpstart connection led is illuminated, then proceed to the next step. 7. Switch on the jump-starting power switch. Before starting the engine, make sure the xpower powerpack and the cables are clear of belts and fans. 8. Crank t...

  • Page 34: Using The Air Compressor

    Using the air compressor 21 using the air compressor over-temperature safety protection it is recommended that you follow the warnings and turn the compressor off for 10 minutes after every 10 minutes of operation. However, the xpower powerpack 300 is equipped with an over-temperature safety protect...

  • Page 35: Inflating Tires

    Using the air compressor 22 inflating tires to inflate your vehicle, motorcycle, or bicycle tires: 1. Place the valve connector securely on the tire valve stem, push it as far as possible to allow normal airflow, and close the thumb latch. If necessary, use a supplied nozzle adaptor. 2. Turn the com...

  • Page 36: Caution

    Using the air compressor 23 3. Turn the compressor off after appropriate pressure is reached. 4. Open the thumb latch and remove the valve connector from the valve stem. 5. Check air pressure with a pressure gauge. Inflating small sports equipment you can use the compressor to inflate small sports e...

  • Page 37: Warning: Fire Hazard

    Connecting to an external battery 24 6. Remove nozzle adaptor from valve connector and store in storage compartment. Connecting to an external battery you can extend battery operating times by connecting the xpower powerpack to a larger external battery. For example, an external 60 ah battery gives ...

  • Page 38: Caution

    Connecting to an external battery 25 to connect the xpower powerpack to an external battery using the jump-start cables: 1. Ensure that the jump-start power switch is off . 2. Connect the red positive (+) clamp of the cables to the red positive (+) terminal of the external battery. 3. Connect the bl...

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  • Page 40: Maintenance

    27 4 maintenance chapter 4 provides information on maintaining your internal battery, recharging options for the internal battery, and replacing user-replaceable parts. Routine maintenance is required to keep your xpower powerpack 300 operating properly. Occasionally clean the exterior of the unit w...

  • Page 41: Battery

    Recharging the xpower powerpack battery 28 recharging the xpower powerpack battery to check the xpower powerpack’s charge level, press the battery level button. You can recharge the battery using: • the fully automatic “plug-in-and-forget” ac charger. • the dc charging cable to recharge from your ve...

  • Page 42: Caution

    Recharging the xpower powerpack battery 29 to recharge with the ac charger: 1. Disconnect any 12 v dc appliances from the dc power outlets. 2. Disconnect any ac products from the xpower powerpack and turn the ac power on / off switch to off . 3. Insert the ac charger cable end into the ac charger in...

  • Page 43: Caution

    Recharging the xpower powerpack battery 30 recharging with the dc charging cable using the dc charging cable, the xpower powerpack can be recharged while you drive your vehicle. To recharge the xpower powerpack while you drive using the dc charging cable: 1. While the vehicle engine is running, plug...

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    Recharging the xpower powerpack battery 31 note : the battery level leds are only accurate when the xpower powerpack has been disconnected from all appliances and all charging sources for 15 minutes. Important: • • do not leave the xpower powerpack permanently connected to the vehicle’s lighter sock...

  • Page 45: Outlet

    Recharging the xpower powerpack battery 32 recharging with a generator’s regulated 12 v dc outlet refer to the owner’s guide accompanying your generator for detailed instructions on connecting the generator to a unit like the xpower powerpack. You can recharge the xpower powerpack using a generator ...

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    Recharging the xpower powerpack battery 33 recharging from a solar panel small, unregulated 12 v solar panels rated to produce a maximum of 2.5 a (or 30 w) can be used to charge the xpower powerpack through the ac charger input socket. You will need to purchase a standard 5.5 mm od × 2.5 mm id (0.21...

  • Page 47: Recycling

    Recycling 34 recycling the xpower powerpack is designed to provide years of service. However, when the internal battery reaches the end of its service life, the xpower powerpack itself is no longer of use. The internal battery is not designed to be user replaceable. Because the internal battery cont...

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    35 5 troubleshooting troubleshooting will help you identify the common problems than can occur with the xpower powerpack 300. If you cannot solve the problem with the xpower powerpack, record the information asked for on “information about your system” on page 48 and then contact your dealer. Common...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting Reference

    Troubleshooting reference 36 troubleshooting reference warning: electric shock hazard do not remove the cover of the xpower powerpack or disassemble the xpower powerpack. The xpower powerpack does not contain any internal user-serviceable parts and attempting to service the unit yourself could resul...

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    Troubleshooting reference 37 ac appliance will not operate; audible alarm is sounding. Battery has discharged to 10.5 v. Xpower powerpack has overheated due to poor ventilation or excessively warm environmental conditions. Turn off the ac power on / off switch and recharge the xpower powerpack. Turn...

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    Troubleshooting reference 38 measured ac output voltage is too low. Using an average-reading ac voltmeter to read output voltage. Xpower powerpack battery is almost fully discharged. The modified sine wave output of the xpower powerpack requires a true rms reading meter, such as the fluke 87 series,...

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    Troubleshooting reference 39 the engine being jump- started will not start. Xpower powerpack battery is not fully charged. The engine condition is poor. The engine start capacity exceeds the xpower powerpack jump-start capability. Recharge the xpower powerpack battery. Have the engine serviced. Use ...

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  • Page 54: Specifications

    41 a specifications electrical specifications \ 12 v dc section internal battery type sealed/non-spillable, agm (absorbed glass mat) lead- acid internal battery voltage (nominal) 12 v dc internal battery capacity (minimum) 12 ah internal battery cca rating 120 cca internal battery ca rating 180 ca d...

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    Electrical specifications 42 ac power section output power • continuous output power • peak output power • ac output surge capacity 240 w 300 w 480 w output voltage 120 ± 10 v ac rms output frequency 60 hz ± 1 hz output wave form modified sinewave no load current draw input voltage range 10.5 to 15....

  • Page 56: Physical Specifications

    Physical specifications 43 physical specifications air compressor pressure 250 psi (lb/in 2 ) accessories dc charge cable 39" (1 m) 18 awg with male to male lighter plugs (part # 449-0187-01-01) ac charger input: 120 v ac, 60 hz, 11 w output: 13.5 v dc, 500 ma (part # 074-1003)) flashlight part # 80...

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  • Page 58: Warranty and Return

    45 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 powerpack 300. This warranty period lasts for 6 months from the date of purchase at the point of sale...

  • Page 59: Disclaimer

    Warranty and return 46 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 responsib...

  • Page 60: Warning: Limitations On Use

    Warranty and return 47 warranties or on the duration of an implied warranty or on the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights whic...

  • Page 61: Out of Warranty Service

    Warranty and return 48 out of warranty service if the warranty period for your xpower powerpack 300 has expired, if the unit was damaged by misuse or incorrect installation, if other conditions of the warranty have not been met, or if no dated proof of purchase is available, your unit may be service...