Owner’s Guide
Trademarks DURACELL® is a registered trademark of The Gillette Company, used under license. All rights reserved. Notice of Copyright Duracell® Powerpack 300 Owner’s Guide © 2012 Duracell. All rights reserved.
About This Guide Purpose The purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for installing, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the Duracell® Powerpack 300. Conventions Used The following conventions are used in this guide. 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 product or to other equipment.
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Important Safety Instructions The Duracell® Powerpack 300 generates a type of AC power similar to a normal household wall outlet. Operating the Duracell® Powerpack incorrectly or misusing it may damage the equipment or create hazardous conditions for the user. Important: Before using your Duracell® Powerpack 300, be sure to read and save these safety instructions. Warnings and Cautions WARNING: Shock hazard. Keep away from children.
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, unlike the sealed AGM battery in the Duracell® Powerpack 300, vent explosive hydrogen gas which can be ignited by sparks from electrical connections.
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 Duracell® Powerpack 300 to cool down for at least 3 minutes after each jumpstart. WARNING: Proper application Do not use the appliance for any application except that for which it is intended.
Precautions When Working With Batteries WARNING: Explosion Fire or Burns Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed. 1. Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated. 2. Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or batteries. 3. Be careful not to drop a metal object on the battery or allow a metal tool to simultaneously touch the positive and negative cable ends or battery terminals.
Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances CAUTION The output of the Duracell® Powerpack 300 inverter is a non-sinusoidal modified sine wave, which is different from pure sine wave utility-supplied electricity. Certain types of load equipment may be damaged. 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.
Contents 1 • Introduction About the Duracell® Powerpack 300......................................1 Comprehensive Protection...............................................1 Automatic Overload .........................................................1 Overheating ....................................................................1 Low Battery Protection ....................................................1 2 • Features Materials List ........................................................................
4 • Maintenance Battery Maintenance............................................................22 Recharging the Duracell® Powerpack 300 Battery.........23 Recharging with the AC Charger ...................................23 Recharging with the DC Charging Cable .......................24 Recharging with a Generator’s Regulated 12 V DC Outlet .............................................26 Recharging from a Solar Panel ......................................27 Recycling .......................................
1 • Introduction About the Duracell® Powerpack 300 Easy-to-use and designed for years of reliable service, the Duracell® Powerpack 300 can run many AC appliances and 12 V DC appliances whenever you need power for work or play, at home or on the road.
2 • Features Chapter 2 describes the main features of the Duracell® Powerpack 300. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with these features before operating the unit.
Duracell® Powerpack 300 Features Front Panel Detail 1 2 4 3 ON OFF AC Socket: 115V, 60Hz / Prise C.A. : 115 V, 60 HZ 5 6 9 7 8 10 Panel Features: Feature Description 1 DC power outlet: • Powers 12 V DC auto, RV or marine appliances • Recharges Duracell® Powerpack from a 12 V outlet in a vehicle using the DC charging cable. (CAUTION: Do not charge the Powerpack for more than 2.5 hours using the DC charging cable.
1 2 3 4 5 6 Feature Description 1 Pressure gauge shows the PSI (lb/in2).
1 2 Feature Description 1 AC charger lets you recharge the Duracell® Powerpack from a standard AC wall outlet and can only be used to recharge the internal battery of the Duracell® Powerpack. 2 DC charging cable lets you recharge the Duracell® Powerpack from a 12 V system in a car, SUV, RV or a boat. Not shown Nozzle packet containing nozzle adaptor and sports needle adaptor.
Operating Conditions and Guidelines CAUTION Read all operating instructions before operating the Duracell® Powerpack. CAUTION The Duracell® Powerpack is not intended for use as a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply). Important: The Duracell® Powerpack is not suitable for use with certain products and loads. The maximum output wattage of this product is limited to 300 watts total when supplying backup power from its batteries. This limit applies to the total of all items plugged into the product.
WARNING: Fire or explosion The Duracell® Powerpack contains components that tend to produce arcs or sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not operate the Duracell® Powerpack in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials, or in locations that require ignition-protected equipment. The Duracell® Powerpack should be operated only in locations that meet these requirements: Dry Do not allow water or other liquids to drop or splash on the Duracell® Powerpack.
the First Time Important: Prior to operating your AC appliance or 12 V DC appliance, ensure that the battery of the Duracell® Powerpack is fully charged. If the battery has been fully discharged, recharging with the AC charger may take up to 24 hours. Recharging with the AC Charger Note: The Fuel Gauge is only accurate when the Duracell® Powerpack has been disconnected from all appliances and all charging sources for 15 minutes. Recharging with the AC charger is a true “plug-in-andforget” charging method.
charging is complete (about 24 hours if the battery is completely discharged). Important: The 24-hour charging time for the Duracell® 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 Duracell® Powerpack. If, after 24 hours of charging, the Battery Status LED remains red, continue to charge the unit for another 12 hours. The unit will be ready for use even if the Battery Status LED remains red.
Operating AC Appliances Understanding AC Appliances AC appliances are rated by how much electrical power (in watts) they consume. Duracell® Powerpack can power most appliances within its continuous power rating (240 W, 2 A). Some appliances may be difficult or impossible to operate from the Duracell® Powerpack. They may have high surge requirements or should not be run from the Duracell® Powerpack. See “High Surge Appliances” and “Trouble Appliances” on page 11.
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 Duracell® Powerpack can supply momentary surge power up to 480 W, some appliances may exceed the capabilities of the Duracell® Powerpack and trigger the safety overload shutdown circuit. Trouble Appliances CAUTION The output of the inverter is non-sinusoidal.
Operating an AC Appliance Before operating your AC appliance, ensure that the battery of the Duracell® Powerpack is fully charged. See “Recharging with the AC Charger” on page 23 for details. To operate an AC appliance: 1. Turn off the AC outlet ON/OFF Switch to the ON position. 2. Open the protective cover on the AC power outlets. 3. Plug the AC appliance into one of the AC outlets and turn the appliance on. Duracell® Powerpack will operate most devices rated up to 240 W. 4.
when the internal battery is discharged. Check the battery status periodically to prevent total battery discharge. Note: The fewer watts a 12 V DC appliance draws, the longer the Duracell® Powerpack will operate before recharging is required. Table 3-2 Typical 12 V DC Appliances and Run Times 12 V DC Appliance Wattsa Run Timeb Cellular telephonec 6 15 hrs Stereo/CD player 10 7.5 hrs Portable cooler 30 2.5 hrs a. Represents actual power consumption as measured on sample appliances. b.
jump-start cables to jump-start a vehicle or boat engine that has a 12 V starting battery. WARNING: Fire hazard Never allow jump-start cables’ red and black clamps to touch each other or another common metal conductor. This could cause damage to the unit and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard. Always switch OFF the JumpStart power switch and store the jump-start clamps in the appropriate holder on each side of the Duracell® Powerpack after use.
positive (+) terminal of the engine battery. The battery’s positive terminal is usually larger in diameter than the negative terminal. In most vehicles, the battery’s positive terminal has a red wire connected to it. 6. Connect the black negative (–) clamp of the cables to the engine block, cylinder head, or other stationary heavy metal part of the motor. If the Red Jumpstart Connection LED illuminates, then reverse polarity has been detected. Correct polarity must be established before proceeding.
Important: Recharge the Duracell® Powerpack as soon as possible after each use. See “Recharging the Duracell® Powerpack 300 Battery” on page 23. Using the Air Compressor WARNING: Fire hazard The compressor is designed for short term operation only. Operating the compressor over an extended period of time will cause the compressor unit to overheat which could lead to fire. Allow the compressor to cool down for 10 minutes after each 10 minutes of continuous operation.
Inflating Tires Table 3-3 Pressure Specifications for Common Items Tires 520-13 A-78-14 E78-14 H-78-14 PSI 26 26 30 24 HR-78-15 28 Bicycle Tires 27 x 1 ¼ 20 x 1 ½ Other Inflatables Football Basketball Volleyball Lawn Tractor Tire 85 40 13 9 5 22 Note: The information in the table is for reference only. For precise pressure specifications, refer to the information supplied with the item to be inflated.
and close the thumb latch. If necessary, use a supplied nozzle adaptor. 2. Turn the compressor on, and inflate your tire to the recommended pressure. Use Table 3-3 as a guide only. 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 equipment such as soccer balls and footballs.
5. Turn the compressor off before removing nozzle adaptor from valve stem. 6. Remove nozzle adaptor from valve connector and store in storage compartments. Note: Leave the thumb latch in the open position for storing to relieve pressure on the internal mechanisms. WARNING: Fire hazard Allow the compressor to cool down for 10 minutes after each 10 minutes of continuous operation.
(black clamp to battery “–”). A reverse polarity connection (positive to negative) may cause damage to the unit and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard. WARNING: Acid spills Use a sealed, non-spillable battery for indoor use. Common auto and marine batteries are not suitable for indoor use unless their fumes are vented outdoors. Common auto and marine batteries contain acid, which is hazardous if spilled.
the black negative (–) clamp from the external battery terminals. 3. Store the jump-start clamps in the appropriate holder on each side of the Duracell® Powerpack. 4. Recharge the Duracell® Powerpack as soon as possible after use.
external battery is connected. The AC charger may be damaged. 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 Duracell® Powerpack 300 operating properly. Occasionally clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth to remove the accumulated dust and dirt.
battery if it is frozen. Gradually warm the frozen battery to 32 °F (0 °C) before recharging. Recharging the Duracell® Powerpack 300 Battery To check the battery’s charge level, press the Fuel Gauge button. Note: Battery Fuel Gauge status is only accurate when the Duracell® Powerpack has been disconnected from all appliances and all charging sources for 15 minutes.
5. While the Duracell® Powerpack is recharging, the Battery Status LED is red. If the Duracell® Powerpack is completely discharged, a typical recharge may take up to 24 hours. When fully charged, the Battery Status LED changes to green and the Duracell® Powerpack is ready to use. Important: The 24-hour charging time for the Duracell® Powerpack assumes that there is 120 V 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 Duracell® Powerpack.
above 15 V DC. This may lead to accumulations of hydrogen, causing exposure to fire and explosion hazard. CAUTION Do not operate AC or DC appliances while the Duracell® Powerpack is being recharged with the DC charging cable from your vehicle. To recharge the Duracell® 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 a DC power outlet on the Duracell® Powerpack. 2.
only to recharge the Powerpack battery. Recharging with a Generator’s Regulated 12 V DC Outlet WARNING: Fire and explosion hazard The generator output must be intended for battery charging and have an output of 15 V or less. An unregulated output or one that exceeds 15 V DC can damage the battery. This may lead to accumulations of hydrogen, causing exposure to fire and explosion hazard.
of 2.5 A (or 30 W) can be used to charge theDuracell® Powerpack through the AC charger Input socket. You will need to purchase a standard 5.5 mm OD × 2.5 mm ID (0.217 × 0.10”) coaxial DC (barrel type center positive) connector to mate with the AC charger input socket. To wire the coaxial DC connector: 1. Connect the solar panel’s red positive (+) wire to the coaxial plug’s inner or center contact. 2. Connect the solar panel’s black negative (–) wire to the plug’s outer contact. See Figure 4-1.
related products. For instructions on how to recycle this product visit www.rbrc.org 5 • Troubleshooting Troubleshooting will help you identify the common problems that can occur with the Duracell® Powerpack 300. If you cannot solve the problem with the Duracell® Powerpack, contact your dealer or Duracell Customer Service at (800) 8422127.
shielded antenna cable where possible. • Try a different TV. Different models vary considerably in their susceptibility to interference. Troubleshooting Reference WARNING: Electric shock hazard Do not remove the cover of the Duracell® Powerpack or disassemble the Duracell® Powerpack except to replace the internal battery. The Duracell® Powerpack does not contain any internal user-serviceable parts and attempting to service the unit yourself could result in electrical shock or burn.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Overload shutdown Appliance power requirements exceed the capability of the Duracell® Powerpack. Unplug the appliance and confirm that the appliance’s power requirement is 300 W or less before attempting to restart the appliance. Run time is less than expected. Duracell® Powerpack battery is not fully charged. Recharge using the AC charger, until Battery Status LED is green. AC appliance power consumption is higher than expected.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Battery Status LED is red and has not changed to green after 24 hours of charging. The voltage at the AC wall outlet is less than 120 VAC. Continue to charge the unit for another 12 hours; the unit will be ready to use even if the Battery Status light remains red. Use AC wall outlet that supplies 120 VAC. The engine being jumpstarted will not start. The jump-start clamps measure zero volts. The compressor runs, but won’t inflate.
Problem Possible Cause Solution The compressor runs slowly The compressor may have overheated from excessive use. Turn off the compressor and let it cool down. Battery voltage is too low. Check the condition of the internal battery. The battery may need to be recharged or replaced.
AC output short circuit protection Yes, automatic reset Fuse (Internal) 40 A Operating temperature range 0–40 ºC (32–104 ºF) Storage temperature range 0–30 ºC (32–86 ºF) Internal Battery Charging Controller System AC charger bulk charging current 500 mA Peak charging voltage (nominal) 14.2 V Charge restart voltage (nominal) 12.9 V Float charge after full charge is completed (nominal) 1 mA AC charger input socket maximum current 2.
Length 12.5" (31.7 cm) Width 10.0" (25.4 cm) Height 8.0" (20.3 cm) Weight 14.3 lb (6.48 kg) Important: All specifications are subject to change without notice. B • Warranty and Return Information Quality Guarantee Battery-Biz guarantees the Duracell® Powerpack 300 to be free of defects due to faulty materials or workmanship. This Duracell® Powerpack 300 carries a 1-year limited warranty from the date of purchase.
Duracell® Powerpack 300, provided both device and product usage instructions have been followed. Send device with the Duracell® Powerpack 300 to: Battery-Biz Inc. 1380 Flynn Road, Camarillo, CA 93012 Attention: Duracell Product Returns If you would like additional information on Duracell products call 1-800-842-2127. Contacting Customer Support If you experience any problems or have any questions regarding your Duracell® Powerpack 300, free technical support is available.
Technical Support is available by telephone: • U.S. and Canada (800) 842- 27 • Outside of the US/Canada: (805) 437-7765 Written inquires should be directed to: • Battery-Biz Inc. DURACELL Product Inquiry 1380 Flynn Road,Camarillo, CA 93012, USA Warranty and Return One Year Limited Warranty The Duracell® Powerpack 300 carries a limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for one year from the original date of purchase.
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