Xantrex XPower Powerpack 400 Plus, 400 R Owner's Manual - Warranty And Return

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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...

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    Xpower 400 powerpack plus.Book page ii thursday, october 20, 2005 12:58 pm.

  • Page 3: About This

    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 400 and xpower powerpack 400 plus . The guide provides safety guidelines, detailed planning and setup information, as...

  • Page 4: References To

    About this guide ii 975-0057-01-01 references to xpower powerpack in this guide, both the xpower powerpack 400 and the xpower powerpack 400 plus (with the air compressor) are referred to as xpower powerpack when the information applies to both models. However, when the information is specific to one...

  • Page 5: Warnings And Cautions

    Iii important safety instructions the xpower powerpack 400 and xpower powerpack 400 plus generate a type of ac power similar to a normal household wall outlet. Operating the xpower powerpack 400 and xpower powerpack 400 plus incorrectly or misusing it may damage the equipment or create hazardous con...

  • Page 6: Caution

    Important safety instructions iv 975-0057-01-01 - caution do not expose the xpower powerpack 400 and xpower powerpack 400 plus to temperatures over 104 °f (40 °c). Warning: explosion hazard do not use this product where there are flammable fumes or gases, such as in the bilge of a gasoline- powered ...

  • Page 7: Warning: Fire Hazard

    Important safety instructions 975-0057-01-01 v warning: fire hazard jump-start cable clamps must be connected positive to positive (red clamp to battery “+”) and negative to negative (black clamp to battery “-”). A reverse polarity connection (positive to negative) may cause damage to the unit and/o...

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    Important safety instructions vi 975-0057-01-01 precautions when working with batteries 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 smok...

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    Important safety instructions 975-0057-01-01 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 bakin...

  • Page 10: Appliances

    Important safety instructions viii 975-0057-01-01 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 batteri...

  • Page 11: Contents

    Ix contents important safety instructions warnings and cautions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - iii precautions when working with batteries- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - vi precautions for using rechargeable appliances - - - - - - - - - - viii 1 introduction about the xpower p...

  • Page 12: Maintenance

    X 975-0057-01-01 operating ac appliances - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–5 understanding ac appliances - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–5 run time on typical ac appliances - - - - - - - - - - - 3–5 high surge appliances - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–6 trouble...

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    975-0057-01-01 xi 5 troubleshooting common problems - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5–1 buzz in audio equipment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5–1 television interference - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5–1 troubleshooting reference - - - - - ...

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    Xii xpower 400 powerpack plus.Book page xii thursday, october 20, 2005 12:58 pm.

  • Page 15: Introduction

    1-1 1 introduction about the xpower powerpack 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 115 v ac appliances • powers 12 v...

  • Page 16: Low Battery Protection

    Introduction 1-2 975-0057-01-01 low battery protection low battery protection protects the internal battery from excessive discharge and possible damage. When the ac outlet 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...

  • Page 17: Features

    2-1 2 features chapter 2 describes the main features of the xpower powerpack . 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 400 or xpower powerpack 400 plus p owner’s gu...

  • Page 18: Xpower Powerpack

    Features 2-2 975-0057-01-01 xpower powerpack features front panel detail xpower powerpack features feature description 1 dc power socket can: • power 12 v dc auto, rv or marine appliances • recharge xpower powerpack from a 12 v outlet in a vehicle using the dc charging cable. 2 2 ac outlets are stan...

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    Xpower powerpack features 975-0057-01-01 2-3 control panel operation 4 digital display displays the inverter’s output power in w and battery charge status in % full. 5 charging status light illuminates when the xpower powerpack is in charging status mode(i.E. Ac charger is connected to the inverter’...

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    Features 2-4 975-0057-01-01 monitor battery charging status inverter’s on/off switch is turned to off; all appliances must be disconnected from the ac and dc power outlets; the on/off switch of the incandescent light must be turned to off; the ac charger must be plugged into the powerpack’s charger ...

  • Page 21: Air Compressor (

    Xpower powerpack features 975-0057-01-01 2-5 air compressor ( xpower powerpack 400 plus only) feature description 1 on/off switch turns the compressor unit on and off. 2 pressure gauge shows the psi (lb./in 2 ) 3 valve connector with connector hose nozzle adaptor compartment is integrated into ac ch...

  • Page 22: Left Side View

    Features 2-6 975-0057-01-01 left side view feature description 1 5 w incandescent light illuminates for about 30 hours when the battery is fully charged. 2 light on/off switch 3 jump-start cable port supplies high power dc current. The cables connect to the jump-start cable port when jump-starting a...

  • Page 23: Storage Compartment

    Xpower powerpack features 975-0057-01-01 2-7 storage compartment xpower powerpack 400 plus shown feature 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 . Can be stored in ac ...

  • Page 24: Accessories

    Features 2-8 975-0057-01-01 accessories feature description 1 detachable heavy-duty jump-start cables 2 dc charging cable lets you recharge the xpower powerpack from a 12 v system in a car, suv, rv or a boat. This can be stored in the storage compartment. 3 accessory bag not shown nozzle packet ( xp...

  • Page 25: Operation

    3-1 3 operation chapter 3 explains how to operate the xpower powerpack efficiently. This chapter covers: • recharging the xpower powerpack for first time use • using the built in light • operating ac appliances and 12 v dc appliances • jump-starting a vehicle’s engine • connecting to an external bat...

  • Page 26: Choosing A Location

    Operation 3-2 975-0057-01-01 choosing a location the xpower powerpack should be operated only in a location that meets these requirements: : warning: fire or explosion the xpower powerpack contains components that tend to produce arcs or sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not operate the xpowe...

  • Page 27: Using

    Using xpower powerpack for the first time 975-0057-01-01 3-3 using xpower powerpack for the first time n 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 us...

  • Page 28: Using The Light

    Operation 3-4 975-0057-01-01 using the light the xpower powerpack has a built in incandescent light which will operate for about 30 hours before the unit needs to be recharged. The on/off switch is located beneath the light. The light can be adjusted up and down by pushing against the top or bottom ...

  • Page 29: Operating Ac Appliances

    Operating ac appliances 975-0057-01-01 3-5 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 (320 w, 2.7 a). Some appliances may be difficult ...

  • Page 30: High Surge Appliances

    Operation 3-6 975-0057-01-01 high surge appliances the wattage rating of ac appliances is the average power used by the appliance. Appliances such as televisions, computer monitors and appliances with motors consume much more power than their average rating when they are first switched on. Although ...

  • Page 31: Operating An Ac Appliance

    Operating ac appliances 975-0057-01-01 3-7 operating several appliances at once you can run several ac appliances if the total rating of all the appliances (in watts) does not exceed 320 w. You can run appliances using an ac power bar. Run time, however, will decrease accordingly with the number of ...

  • Page 32: Caution Equipment Damage

    Operation 3-8 975-0057-01-01 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. Caution equipment damage the dc power socket does not automatically...

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    Operating 12 v dc appliances 975-0057-01-01 3-9 typical 12 v dc appliances that can be used on the xpower powerpack are listed in table 3-2 . To operate a 12 v dc appliance: 1. Open the protective cover on the left side of the xpower powerpack . 2. Plug the 12 v dc appliance into the dc power socket...

  • Page 34: Warning: Fire Hazard

    Operation 3-10 975-0057-01-01 jump-starting a vehicle’s engine you can use the xpower powerpack to jump-start a vehicle or boat engine that has a 12 v starting battery using the plied jump-start cables. Warning: fire hazard never allow cables’ red and black clamps to touch each other or another comm...

  • Page 35: Warning: Fire Hazard

    Jump-starting a vehicle’s engine 975-0057-01-01 3-11 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 eng...

  • Page 36: Using The Air Compressor:

    Operation 3-12 975-0057-01-01 using the air compressor: xpower powerpack 400 plus important: recharge the xpower powerpack as soon as possible after each use. See “recharging the xpower powerpack battery” on page 4–2 . Warning: fire hazard the compressor is designed for short term operation only. Op...

  • Page 37: Inflating Tires

    Using the air compressor: xpower powerpack 400 plus 975-0057-01-01 3-13 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 400 plus is equipped with an over-te...

  • Page 38: Caution

    Operation 3-14 975-0057-01-01 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 adapter. 2. Turn the compressor on, an...

  • Page 39: Caution

    Using the air compressor: xpower powerpack 400 plus 975-0057-01-01 3-15 inflating small sports equipment you can use the compressor to inflate small sports equipment such as balls (soccer balls and footballs). To inflate small sports equipment: 1. Place the valve connector fully on or into the valve...

  • Page 40: Warning: Fire Hazard

    Operation 3-16 975-0057-01-01 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 approximately four times the operating time of the xpower powerpack internal 20 ah batt...

  • Page 41: Caution

    Connecting to an external battery 975-0057-01-01 3-17 to connect the xpower powerpack to an external battery using the jump-start cables: 1. Connect the cables to the jump-start cable port on the left side of the xpower powerpack . 2. Connect the red positive (+) clip of the cables to the red positi...

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  • Page 43: Maintenance

    4-1 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 operating properly. Occasionally clean the exterior of the unit with...

  • Page 44: Recharging The

    Maintenance 4-2 975-0057-01-01 recharging the xpower powerpack battery to check the battery’s charge level, press the display function button. You can recharge the battery using: • the fully automatic “plug-in-and-forget” ac charger. • the dc charging cable to recharge from your vehicle as you drive...

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    Recharging the xpower powerpack battery 975-0057-01-01 4-3 to recharge with the ac charger: 1. Disconnect any 12 v dc appliance and turn the light switch to off. 2. Turn the ac outlet on/off switch to off. 3. Plug the ac charger into a standard ac wall outlet. 4. Insert the ac charger cable end into...

  • Page 46: Caution

    Maintenance 4-4 975-0057-01-01 to recharge the xpower powerpack while you drive using the dc charging cable: 1. While the vehicle engine is running, plug one end of the dc charging cable into the dc power socket of the xpower powerpack . 2. Plug the opposite end of the dc charging cable into the veh...

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    Recharging the xpower powerpack battery 975-0057-01-01 4-5 important: do not leave the xpower powerpack permanently connected to the vehicle’s lighter socket or 12 v accessory outlet. Xpower 400 powerpack plus.Book page 5 thursday, october 20, 2005 12:58 pm.

  • Page 48: Outlet

    Maintenance 4-6 975-0057-01-01 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 battery of the xpower powerpack using a genera...

  • Page 49: Battery Life

    Replacing the internal battery 975-0057-01-01 4-7 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 charger input socket. You will need to purchase a standard 5.5 mm od x 2.5 mm (0.2...

  • Page 50: Caution

    Maintenance 4-8 975-0057-01-01 obtaining a replacement battery replacement batteries are available from stores that specialize in and have a selection of lead acid, agm (absorbed glass mat) batteries. Refer to table 4-1 for a listing of batteries approved for use with the xpower powerpack : caution ...

  • Page 51: Replacing The Battery

    Replacing the internal battery 975-0057-01-01 4-9 replacing the battery before attempting to replace the internal battery, make sure you: • disconnect any charging cables, 12 v dc appliances, and ac appliances from the xpower powerpack . • turn off the ac outlet on/off switch and turn off the light ...

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    Maintenance 4-10 975-0057-01-01 3. Disconnect the wires on the battery only. 4. After removing the old battery, position the new battery close to the back of the xpower powerpack . Make sure the positive battery terminal is next to the red positive (+) internal cable and the black negative terminal ...

  • Page 53: Recycling

    Recycling 975-0057-01-01 4-11 recycling the xpower powerpack is designed to provide years of service. However, when the internal battery reaches the end of its service life, you will need to replace it as described in your manual. Because the internal battery contains lead, which can be hazardous if...

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    Maintenance 4-12 975-0057-01-01 replacing the external fuse the replacement fuse must be rated at 250 a, 32 v dc. See page 2–7 for a diagram. To replace the external fuse: 1. Remove the fuse cover. 2. Unscrew the two bolts on the fuse. 3. Replace the fuse. Ensure that the replacement fuse is rated a...

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    5-1 5 troubleshooting troubleshooting will help you identify the common problems than can occur with the xpower powerpack . Read this chapter before calling customer service. If you cannot solve the problem with the xpower powerpack , record the information asked for on “information about your syste...

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting Reference

    Troubleshooting 5-2 975-0057-01-01 troubleshooting reference warning: electric shock hazard do not remove the cover of the xpower powerpack or disassemble the xpower powerpack except to replace the internal battery or 250 a fuse. The xpower powerpack does not contain any internal user-serviceable pa...

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    Troubleshooting reference 975-0057-01-01 5-3 overload shutdown appliance power requirements exceed the capability of the xpower powerpack . Unplug the appliance and confirm that the appliance’s power requirement is 320 w or less before attempting to restart the appliance. Over- temperature shutdown ...

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    Troubleshooting 5-4 975-0057-01-01 run time is less than expected. Internal battery is not fully charged. Ac appliance power consumption is higher than expected. Recharge using the ac charger, until green charging status light is steady. Check ac appliance power or wattage rating (or current draw fo...

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    Troubleshooting reference 975-0057-01-01 5-5 the compressor runs but won’t inflate ( xpower powerpack 400 plus only). The valve connector may not be securely placed on the valve stem. The item being inflated may have a leak. Check that the valve connector is securely placed on the valve stem before ...

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    Troubleshooting 5-6 975-0057-01-01 the battery clamps of the jump-start cables measure zero volts. External fuse (250 a) is blown. Replace 250 a, 32 v fuse with same type and ratings. The light does not turn on. Light bulb has burnt out. Remove lens cover and replace bulb with one of the same type a...

  • Page 61: Specifications

    A-1 a specifications electrical specifications \ 12 v dc section internal battery type sealed, agm (absorbed glass mat) lead acid internal battery voltage (nominal) 12 v dc internal battery capacity (minimum) 20 ah internal battery cca rating 200 cca dc power socket (maximum continuous load) 12 a wi...

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    Specifications a-2 975-0057-01-01 ac power section output power • continuous output power • five minute ac output power • ac output surge capacity 320 w 400 w 600 w output voltage 115 ± 10 v ac rms output frequency 60 hz ± 4 hz output wave form modified sinewave no load current draw input voltage ra...

  • Page 63: Physical Specifications

    Physical specifications 975-0057-01-01 a-3 an physical specifications air compressor ( xpower powerpack 400 plus only) pressure 250 psi (lb./in 2 ) accessories jump-start cables 24" (0.61 m), 4 awg wire with black and red battery clamps dc charge cable 39" (1 m) 18 awg with male to male lighter plug...

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  • Page 65: Warranty And Return

    Wa-1 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 400 and xpower powerpack 400 plus . This warranty period lasts for 6 months from the date...

  • Page 66: Disclaimer

    Warranty and return wa-2 975-0057-01-01 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...

  • Page 67: Return Procedure

    Warranty and return 975-0057-01-01 wa-3 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 ...

  • Page 68: Out Of Warranty Service

    Warranty and return wa-4 975-0057-01-01 if you are returning a product from outside of the usa or canada in addition to the above, you must include return freight funds and are fully responsible for all documents, duties, tariffs, and deposits. If you are returning a product to a xantrex authorized ...