XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page i Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM 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-alone systems.
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XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page i Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM About This Guide Purpose The purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations 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 well as information about operating and troubleshooting the unit. Conventions Used The following conventions are used in this guide.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page ii Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM About This Guide Note: These notes describe additional information which may add to your understanding of how to use the product. 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.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page iii Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM 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 conditions for the user.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page iv Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Important Safety Instructions 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 boat, or near propane tanks. Do not use this product in an enclosure containing automotive-type lead acid batteries.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page v Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Important Safety Instructions 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/or create a sparking/explosion hazard. WARNING: Fire hazard The jump-start feature is designed for short term operation only—less than 4 seconds.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page vi Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Important Safety Instructions Precautions When Working With Batteries WARNING: Explosion and Fire Hazard 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 allow a spark or flame in vicinity of the engine or batteries. 4.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page vii Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Important Safety Instructions 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 in the area of the batteries. Baking soda neutralizes lead-acid battery electrolyte.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page viii Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Important Safety Instructions Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances CAUTION The output of the inverter is non-sinusoidal. 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 damaged if connected to the XPower Powerpack 400 and XPower Powerpack 400 Plus.
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XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 1 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM 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 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 2 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Introduction 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 turns off at 10.5 V DC.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 1 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM 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.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 2 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Features XPower Powerpack Features Front Panel Detail 8 7 6 5 4 3 1 2 XPower Powerpack Features Feature Description 2-2 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 standard 3-prong outlets supplying 120 V AC power for running an AC appliance.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 3 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM XPower Powerpack Features Feature Description 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’s Charger Input Socket and plugged into the household 120 V AC outlet).
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 4 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Features How to... Monitor Battery Charging status Check Battery Charge status 2-4 Required Condition Required Action Note 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 Input Socket and also in to a household AC outlet.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 5 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM XPower Powerpack Features Air Compressor (XPower Powerpack 400 Plus only) 2 1 3 Feature Description 1 On/Off switch turns the compressor unit on and off. 2 Pressure gauge shows the PSI (lb./in2) 3 Valve connector with connector hose Nozzle Adaptor Compartment is integrated into AC charger compartment.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 6 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Features Left Side View 1 2 3 4 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 vehicle’s battery or when connecting an external battery to the XPower Powerpack.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 7 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM XPower Powerpack Features Storage Compartment 3 4 2 1 5 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 charger compartment. 2 Charger Input Socket for use with the AC Charger supplied (see 1).
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 8 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Features Accessories 1 2 3 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 (XPower Powerpack 400 Plus only) contains 2 nozzle adaptors and sports needle adaptor, in the storage compartment on the back of the unit.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 1 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM 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 battery for additional run time • Using the compressor on the XPower Powerpack 400 Plus.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 2 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Operation Choosing a Location 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 XPower Powerpack in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials, or in locations that require ignition-protected equipment.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 3 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Using XPower Powerpack for the First Time Using XPower Powerpack for the First Time n Important: Prior to operating your AC appliance or 12 V DC appliance, ensure that the battery of the XPower Powerpack is fully charged. If the battery has been fully discharged, recharging with the AC Charger may take up to 35 hours.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 4 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Operation Important: The 35 hour charging time for the XPower 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 35 hours to fully recharge the XPower Powerpack. If, after 35 hours of charging, the green Charging Status light is still flashing, continue to charge the unit for another 15 hours.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 5 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Operating AC Appliances 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 or impossible to operate from the XPower Powerpack. They may have high surge requirements or should not be run from the XPower Powerpack.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 6 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Operation 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.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 7 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Operating AC Appliances 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 appliances being operated and the AC power being consumed.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 8 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Operation 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 switch off when the internal battery is discharged.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 9 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Operating 12 V DC Appliances Typical 12 V DC appliances that can be used on the XPower Powerpack are listed in Table 3-2. Table 3-2 12 V DC Appliances and Run Times 12 V DC Appliance Wattsa Hoursb 5 W incandescent light (built into the unit) 5 30 Cellular telephonec 6 30 Stereo/CD player 10 17 Portable Cooler 30 4 a. Represents actual power consumption as measured on sample appliances. b.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 10 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Operation 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 common metal conductor. This could cause damage to the unit and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 11 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Jump-Starting a Vehicle’s Engine 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 engine compartment and bilge of all fumes before jump-starting. 4.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 12 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Operation Important: Recharge the XPower Powerpack as soon as possible after each use. See “Recharging the XPower Powerpack Battery” on page 4–2. Using the Air Compressor: XPower Powerpack 400 Plus 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.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 13 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Using the Air Compressor: XPower Powerpack 400 Plus 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-temperature safety protection feature that automatically turns the compressor off if it begins to overheat.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 14 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Operation Note: The information in the table is for reference only. For precise pressure specifications, refer to the information supplied with the article to be inflated. CAUTION If the pressure gauge on the compressor indicates more than twice the recommended pressure for the object you are inflating, and you have only started to inflate the object, the valve connector is incorrectly connected to the valve stem.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 15 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Using the Air Compressor: XPower Powerpack 400 Plus Inflating Small Sports Equipment You can use the compressor to inflate small sports equipment such as balls (soccer balls and footballs). CAUTION The XPower Powerpack cannot be used to inflate large capacity inflatables such as float tubes, large air mattresses, and inflatable boats. These types of products require extended inflating times which may damage the compressor.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 16 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Operation 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 battery. WARNING: Fire hazard Never allow jump-start cables’ red and black clamps to touch each other or another common metal conductor.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 17 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Connecting to an External Battery 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 positive (+) terminal of the external battery. 3. Connect the black negative (–) clip of the cables to the black negative (–) terminal of the external battery.
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XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 1 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM 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 a damp cloth to remove the accumulated dust and dirt.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 2 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Maintenance CAUTION Do not attempt to recharge the XPower Powerpack battery if it is frozen. Gradually warm the frozen battery to 32 °F (0 °C) before recharging. Recharging the XPower Powerpack Battery To check the battery’s charge level, press the Display Function button.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 3 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Recharging the XPower Powerpack Battery 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 the Charger Input Socket located in the charger storage compartment. 5.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 4 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Maintenance WARNING: Fire and Explosion Hazard Do not use this recharging method if your vehicle has abnormally high voltage electrical systems that operate 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 XPower Powerpack is being recharged with the DC Charging Cable from your vehicle.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 5 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Recharging the XPower Powerpack Battery 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 6 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Maintenance 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.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 7 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Replacing the Internal Battery 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 (0.217” x 0.10”) ID DC Coaxial (barrel type) connector to mate with the Charger Input Socket. To recharge with a solar panel: 1.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 8 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Maintenance CAUTION Discharging the internal battery below 10.0 V will damage the battery and shorten its life. 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.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 9 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Replacing the Internal Battery Replacing the Battery WARNING: Shock or Electrical Hazard Read this entire section before disassembling the unit. 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 switch. • Remove the jump-start cables.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 10 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Maintenance Fasteners 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 is next to the black negative (–) internal cable. 5.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 11 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Recycling 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 exposed to the environment, the old internal battery should be recycled or safely disposed of at your local recycling depot.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 12 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Maintenance 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 at 250 A, 32 V DC and is of the same type. 4. Tighten the fuse with the two bolts. 5. Replace the fuse cover.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 1 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM 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 System” on page WA–4 and then contact your dealer.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 2 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Troubleshooting 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 parts and attempting to service the unit yourself could result in electrical shock or burn.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 3 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Troubleshooting Reference Table 5-1 Troubleshooting reference Problem Possible Cause Solution 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.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 4 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Troubleshooting Table 5-1 Troubleshooting reference Problem Possible Cause Solution Run time is less than expected. Internal battery is not fully charged. Recharge using the AC Charger, until green Charging Status light is steady. AC appliance power consumption is higher than expected.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 5 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Troubleshooting Reference Table 5-1 Troubleshooting reference Problem Possible Cause Solution The compressor runs but won’t inflate (XPower Powerpack 400 Plus only). The valve connector may not be securely placed on the valve stem. Check that the valve connector is securely placed on the valve stem before closing the thumb latch. The item being inflated may have a leak. Check that the item being inflated has no leaks.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 6 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Troubleshooting Table 5-1 Troubleshooting reference Problem Possible Cause Solution External fuse (250 A) The battery is blown. clamps of the jump-start cables measure zero volts. Replace 250 A, 32 V fuse with same type and ratings. The light does not turn on. Remove lens cover and replace bulb with one of the same type and rating. 5-6 Light bulb has burnt out.
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XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 2 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Specifications 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 <0.20 A DC Input voltage range 10.5 to 15.0 V DC Low battery alarm 11.0 V DC Low battery shutdown 10.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 3 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Physical Specifications an Air Compressor (XPower Powerpack 400 Plus only) 250 PSI (lb./in2) Pressure Accessories Jump-start cables 24" (0.
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XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 1 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM 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 of purchase at the point of sale to you, the original end user customer. You require proof of purchase to make warranty claims.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 2 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Warranty and Return 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.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 3 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Warranty and Return 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 which may vary from state to state or province to province.
XPower 400 Powerpack Plus.book Page 4 Thursday, October 20, 2005 12:58 PM Warranty and Return 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 Service Center (ASC) A Xantrex return material authorization (RMA) number is not required.