Xantrex 400R - Manual

Important Safety Instructions 975-0162-01-01 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 to cool down for at least 3 minu...

Important Safety Instructions vi 975-0162-01-01 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...

ix Contents Important Safety Instructions Warnings and Cautions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - iiiPrecautions When Working With Batteries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - viPrecautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances - - - - - - - - - - viii 1 Introduction About the XPower Po...

975-0162-01-01 xi Obtaining a Replacement Battery - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–7Replacing the Battery - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–7 Replacing the Incandescent Light - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–9Replacing the External Fuse - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...

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 ...

Introduction 1-2 975-0162-01-01 Overheating The XPower Powerpack is protected from overheating. If the inverter exceeds a safe temperature, power to the AC Outlet automatically shuts off. Low Battery Protection Low battery protection protects the internal battery from excessive discharge and possibl...

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: ❐ XPower Powerpack 400 Plus or XPower Powerpack 400R ❐ Owner’s Gu...

Features 2-2 975-0162-01-01 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...

XPower Powerpack Features 975-0162-01-01 2-5 Rear Panel Detail (XPower Powerpack 400R only) Feature Description 1 FM antenna 2 Frequency indicator light 3 Power OFF button 4 Time set button 5 Tuning dial 6 Hours set button 7 Minutes set button 8 Volume dial 9 Alarm set button 10 Alarm clock ON / OFF...

XPower Powerpack Features 975-0162-01-01 2-7 Air Compressor 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 charger compartment. 1 2 3

Features 2-8 975-0162-01-01 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 (400 Plus) Light ON / OFF /Pulse Switch (400R) 3 Jump-Start Cable Port supplies high power DC current. The cables connect ...

XPower Powerpack Features 975-0162-01-01 2-9 Storage Compartment XPower Powerpack 400R 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 charg...

Features 2-10 975-0162-01-01 Accessories Feature Description 1 Red emergency light cover stored in the rear compartment (400R only). This cover can turn the 5 W incandescent light into a red “emergency” light when placed over the existing clear lens. 2 Detachable heavy-duty jump-start cables 3 DC Ch...

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...

Operation 3-2 975-0162-01-01 Choosing a Location The XPower Powerpack should be operated only in locations that meet 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 XPower ...

Using XPower Powerpack for the First Time 975-0162-01-01 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 use...

Operation 3-4 975-0162-01-01 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 XPower Powerpack 400 Plus has a two-position OFF / ON switch (located beneath the light itself). The XPower Powerpack 4...

Operating AC Appliances 975-0162-01-01 3-5 Run Time on Typical AC Appliances Typical AC appliances that can be used on the XPower Powerpack are listed in Table 3-1. High Surge Appliances The wattage rating of AC appliances is the average power used by the appliance. Appliances such as televisions, c...

Operation 3-6 975-0162-01-01 Trouble Appliances t Some appliances, including the types listed below, may be damaged if they are connected to the inverter: • Electronics that modulate RF (radio frequency) signals on the AC line will not work and may be damaged. • Speed controllers found in some fans,...

Operating AC Appliances 975-0162-01-01 3-7 To operate an AC appliance: 1. Open the protective covering on the right side of the XPower Powerpack. Turn the AC Outlet ON / OFF switch to the ON position. The switch illuminates to indicate AC power is available at the AC Outlets. 2. Plug the AC applianc...

Operation 3-8 975-0162-01-01 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...

Operating 12 V DC Appliances 975-0162-01-01 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 o...

Operation 3-10 975-0162-01-01 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 supplied Jump-Start cables. To jump-start a vehicle or boat engine: 1. Turn OFF the vehicle or boat ignition and all acces...

Operation 3-12 975-0162-01-01 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 is equipped with an over-temperature safety protectio...

Using the Air Compressor 975-0162-01-01 3-13 Inflating Tires Table 3-3 Pressure Specifications for Common Items WARNING: Risk of personal injury or damage to equipment Never leave the compressor unattended once it has switched itself off due to overheating. It will turn on again and continue inflati...

Operation 3-14 975-0162-01-01 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...

Using the Radio: XPower Powerpack 400R 975-0162-01-01 3-15 To inflate small sports equipment: 1. Place the valve connector fully on or into the valve receptacle on the item. Go to Step 4. OR If necessary, use a supplied nozzle adaptor. 2. Choose the appropriate nozzle adaptor, insert the nozzle adap...

Operation 3-16 975-0162-01-01 Power Draw The AM/FM radio on the back panel is powered by the internal battery in the XPower Powerpack 400R. When turned on, the radio draws 30 mA, allowing you to use the radio for more than one month when the XPower Powerpack 400R is fully charged. Listening to the A...

Connecting to an External Battery 975-0162-01-01 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 positiv...

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...

Maintenance 4-2 975-0162-01-01 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...

Recharging the XPower Powerpack Battery 975-0162-01-01 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 ...

Maintenance 4-4 975-0162-01-01 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 vehi...

Maintenance 4-6 975-0162-01-01 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 × 2.5 mm (0.217" × 0.10"...

Replacing the Internal Battery 975-0162-01-01 4-7 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 P...

Maintenance 4-8 975-0162-01-01 • Turn off the AC Outlet ON / OFF switch and turn off the light switch. • Remove the jump-start cables. To replace the battery: 1. Place the XPower Powerpack upright on a stable, level surface. 2. On the XPower Powerpack, unscrew the four fasteners on the battery cover...

Replacing the Incandescent Light 975-0162-01-01 4-9 5. Securely fasten the bolt and washer that holds the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) battery terminal and the black negative (–) cable to the negative (–) battery terminal. 6. Do not overtighten the bolt. Consult the battery manufacture...

Maintenance 4-10 975-0162-01-01 Replacing the External Fuse The replacement fuse must be rated at 250 A, 32 V DC. See page 2–9 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...

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 System”...

Troubleshooting 5-2 975-0162-01-01 • 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 XPower Powerpack or disassemble the XPower Powerpack except to replace the inte...

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...

Physical Specifications 975-0162-01-01 A-3 Physical Specifications Air Compressor Pressure 250 PSI (lb./in 2 ) Radio (XPower Powerpack 400R only) AM Frequency 526–1606 KHz FM Frequency 87-105 MHz Accessories Jump-start cables (replacement part # 449-0207-01-01) 24" (0.61 m), 4 AWG wire with blac...

B-2 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 Plus and XPower Powerpack 400R. This warranty lasts for a Warranty Period of 6 months from the da...

B-3 In any warranty claim, dated proof of purchase must accompany the product and the product must not have been disassembled or modified without prior written authorization by Xantrex. Proof of purchase may be in any one of the following forms:• The dated purchase receipt from the original purchase...

B-4 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, STATU...

B-5 Warning: Limitations On Use Please refer to your product manual for limitations on uses of the product. SPECIFICALLY, PLEASE NOTE THAT THE XPower Powerpack 400 Plus and XPower Powerpack 400R SHOULD NOT BE USED IN CONNECTION WITH LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS OR OTHER MEDICAL EQUIPMENT OR DEVICES. WITHOUT...

B-6 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 ...

B-7 Out of Warranty Service If the warranty period for your XPower Powerpack 400 Plus and XPower Powerpack 400R 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 inverte...

Warranty and Product Information B-8 975-0162-01-01 Information About Your System As soon as you open your XPower Powerpack 400 Plus and XPower Powerpack 400R package, record the following information and be sure to keep your proof of purchase. If you need to contact Customer Service, please record ...