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1. Indicator The Battery Level Indicator indicates the state of charge of the PowerPAC s battery Its function is similar to the fuel gauge in a car When pressing and holding the Battery Status Button one or more of the display s four lights will illuminate showing the approximate amount of charge remaining in the battery The following diagram shows the function of each light When the battery is fully charged all four lights will illuminate When discharged empty only the red E light will illuminate and the battery must be recharged promptly The diagram shows the battery is approximately full Battery condition is indicated most accurately when the battery has been unused for several minutes Pressing the Battery Status Button while supplying power to an appliance may result in the battery appearing more empty than it really is 4 1 2 The Recharge Indicator The Recharge Indicator operates only when the battery is being recharged through the Charger Input Socket It will not operate when other charging methods are used When charging the battery with the AC Charger this light will glow amber then change to green when the battery is fully charged and the charging process has automatically stopped PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owners Manual P 4 1 3 The Charger Input Socket The AC Charger supplied with the PowerPAC connects to this socket when recharging is required Other low power charging devices can also be co
2. charge the PowerPAC immediately after purchase see Section 8 0 The PowerPAC s automatic charging system is intended to be left permanently plugged into a wall outlet to keep its battery fully charged and ready for use The following main topics are covered in this manual e How to use the PowerPAC as a source of 115 volts AC to run household or workplace appliances e How to use the PowerPAC as a source of 12 volts DC to run typical auto or marine accessories e How to use the PowerPAC to jump start a vehicle e How to recharge the PowerPAC battery Pi PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual 2 0 Safety First Before You Use the PowerPAC Misuse of the PowerPAC may result in danger to the user We urge you to pay special attention to all CAUTION and WARNING statements CAUTION statements identify conditions or practices that may result in damage to the PowerPAC or to other equipment WARNING statements identify conditions that may result in personal injury or loss of life AN WARNING Shock hazard Keep away from children The PowerPAC generates the same potentially lethal AC power as a normal household wall outlet Treat it with the same respect that you would any AC outlet e Do not insert any objects into the PowerPAC s AC outlets its DC Power Socket or the ventilation holes in its AC inverter Do not expose the PowerPAC to water Do not under any circumstances connect the PowerPAC AC receptacle to power utili
3. is internally wired direct to the PowerPAC s battery extended operation of a 12 volt accessory may result in excessive battery discharge Important Care must be taken to ensure the battery does not become totally discharged See Section 6 1 for details 3 5 Recharging the PowerPAC 1 The battery s charge condition may be seen by pressing the Battery Status Button on the PowerPAC s display panel 2 To recharge plug the AC Charger into a household AC outlet and plug the AC Charger cord into the Charger Input Socket on the PowerPAC s panel The Recharge Indicator will change from amber to green when charging is complete typically after 30 hours It is safe to leave the AC Charger connected indefinitely 3 Charging may also be done from an automobile cigarette lighter See Section 8 3 for details 3 6 Using the PowerPAC to Jump Start Your Vehicle Due to potential dangers see Section 7 0 for a detailed explanation B PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual 4 0 Indicators Controls and Connectors Refer to Figure 1 in Section 3 1 for location of the items identified below 4 1 Display Panel The display panel is located on the front of the PowerPAC directly below its carrying handle Located on the display panel you will find the PowerPAC s DC Power Socket the Charger Input Socket a Recharge Status Indicator light and a Battery Level Indicator that is actuated by the Battery Status Button 4 1 1 The Battery Level
4. solar panel is placed in the sun the PowerPAC will charge automatically just as with the AC Charger see Section 8 2 A3 amp solar panel will charge the PowerPAC in about 8 hours in direct sunlight PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual m 9 0 Connecting to an External Battery 9 1 Extended Operating Time Much longer battery operating time is possible when connecting the PowerPAC to a larger external battery For example an external 60 amp hour battery will give approximately 4 times the operating time of the PowerPAC s internal battery alone WARNING Use a sealed non spillable battery for indoor use N Common auto and marine batteries are not suitable for indoor use unless their fumes are vented outdoors They contain acid which is hazardous if spilled Wear eye protection and protective clothing when connecting the PowerPAC to an external battery 9 2 Connecting an External Battery The external battery is connected using the Jump Start Cable as follows 1 Connect the Jump Start Cable red positive clamp to the positive terminal of the external battery WARNING Connecting to the negative terminal can lead to a N battery explosion later in this procedure The battery s positive terminal is identified as being larger in diameter than the negative terminal Do not proceed until you are sure you have connected to the positive terminal 2 Connect the Jump Start Cable black negative clamp to the negative terminal
5. 7 amps When connected to the PowerPAC s DC Power Socket this light could be expected to operate up to 40 hours before the PowerPAC s battery needs recharging The PowerPAC is designed to supply up to 12 amps from its DC Power Socket Remember The fewer watts an AC appliance uses or the fewer amps a DC accessory draws the longer the PowerPAC will operate before recharging is required Operating 115 Volt AC Appliances and Equipment 1 Ensure the PowerPAC battery is fully charged See Section 8 0 for details 2 Turn the AC inverter switch ON The green POWER light indicates AC power is available at the AC outlets 3 Plug the AC appliance s you wish to operate into the AC outlet s and switch the appliance s ON one at a time The PowerPAC will operate most devices rated up to 300 watts 4 In the event of an overload low battery voltage or overheating the AC inverter will automatically shut down and its red FAULT light will illuminate See Section 5 3 for details 5 Fully recharge the PowerPAC battery as soon as possible after each use PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owners Manual m 3 4 Operating 12 Volt DC Accessories 1 Ensure the PowerPAC battery is fully charged See Section 8 0 for details 2 Plug the accessory into the PowerPAC s DC Power Socket and switch the accessory on if required The PowerPAC will operate any 12 volt DC auto or marine accessory that draws 12 amps or less 3 Because the DC Power Socket
6. PORTAWATTZ Owner s Manual Table of Contents 1 0 Introduction uuuuuunnnnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 1 2 0 Safety First Before You Use the PowerPAC s s s 2 3 0 Quick Start Guide sccsscssscssccssccsseescesscossecnsenssecsecssenssensnensas Y A ann Danlbanmee 3 3 2 An Explanation of Power Ratings and Battery Life ueneneneneseneneneeeeneeennnn 4 3 3 Operating 115 Volt AC Appliances and Equipment nneeeeeenn 4 3 4 Operating 12 Volt DC Accessories ccessesssesesesssssesesssssesesssssesesssseeeers 5 3 5 Recharging the PowerPAG sccccccesscssssssseseeesceeeececsceeeecaceeeecesaceeeeteraces 5 3 6 Using the PowerPAC to Jump Start Your Vehicle eeeeeeeeeeeeeeennn 5 4 0 Indicators Controls and Connectors uuuunnnuunnnuunnnnunnnnnnnn 4 1 Display Panel ueesenesesesenesenenenennnenenenenenenennnenenennnnnenenennnenenenenenenenenenenennnen 6 4 1 1 The Battery Level INdicatOT oooccododcocicoccommmm 6 4 1 2 The Recharge INGiCatOr ccssesesesssssssessscsssssssssssssssssssssssssssseasaes 6 4 1 3 The Charger Input Socket nnnnnnnnnnenenennnnnennnnnnnenn 7 4 1 4 The DC Power Socket cssssssssssssssessssssscssssasssssssssssssassessssssneneaes 7 42 The AG Inverter east 7 4 3 The High Power DC Connect
7. d can run loads ranging from power tools to bread makers It is also ideal for operating a computer printer and fax machine simultaneously PORTAWATTZ 1000 Inverter A compact 1000 watt DC to AC inverter designed for installation in trucks vans boats and RV s This inverter can operate tools and equipment that require less than 800 watts of continuous output power PORTAWATTZ 1750 Inverter A compact 1750 watt DC to AC inverter designed for permanent installation in a boat vehicle or remote home This inverter can operate power tools kitchen appliances and a wide range of other electrical and electronic equipment PORTAWATTZ 3000 Inverter The perfect inverter for running multiple loads simultaneously or for starting tough motor driven loads The PROsine line of True Sine Wave Inverters and InvertereChargers High tech high power high efficiency True Sine Wave output inverters and inverter chargers provide 1000 to 3000 watts at a fraction of the size and weight of older low frequency technology The TRUECHARGE line of smart Battery Chargers Microprocessor controlled for precise charging under all conditions and for maximum battery capacity and life these full 3 stage battery chargers provide 10 to 40 amps of charging current Contact your Statpower dealer for more information or check out our web site at http www statpower com PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owners Manual m Notes Notes Notes STATPOWER The Power to Ma
8. e produced by the PowerPAC inverter Unless the stereo can be operated directly from the PowerPAC s 12 volt DC Power Socket the only solution is a sound system with a higher quality internal power filter 5 4 2 Television Interference The PowerPAC s AC inverter is shielded to minimize interference with TV signals In some cases particularly with weak TV signals some interference may still be visible in the form of scrolling lines across the screen In this case take the following corrective measures 1 Use an extension cord to position the PowerPAC as far away as possible from the television antenna and cables 2 Adjust the orientation of the PowerPAC television antenna and cables to minimize interference 3 Maximize TV signal strength by using a better antenna and ensure a shielded antenna cable is used 4 Try a different TV Different models of TV sets vary greatly in their susceptibility to interference PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual m 5 5 Battery Operating Times Below are typical AC appliances and equipment that may be operated by the PowerPAC with estimated operating times Estimated Operating Time Hours 40 watt light bulb Cash register lo P PER pages with an inkjet printer Etc fan A a nz Ciockraio az This appliance uses power intermittently which extends operating time 115 Volt AC Household Electrical Typical Power Appliance Examples Watts Operating times w
9. er Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you What Will Statpower Do With the exception of the internal battery which is warranted on a Pro Rata basis Statpower will at its option repair or replace the defective product free of charge Statpower will at its own option use new and or reconditioned parts made by various manufacturers in performing warranty repair and building replacement products If Statpower repairs or replaces a product its warranty term is not extended Statpower owns all parts removed from repaired products What Will Statpower Do To Remedy A Battery Defect Statpower will replace a battery free of charge should it be found defective within 30 days of purchase During the balance of the 12 month warranty period Statpower will apply a standard pro rated charge based on the retail price of the battery As an example if found defective within 4 months the pro rated replacement charge of 4 12ths of the battery retail price plus any applicable taxes will be charged Battery defects resulting from improper charging and or sulphation due to leaving in a discharged state will not be covered under this warranty PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owners Manual P How Do You Get Service In order to qualify for the warranty dated proof of purchase must be provided and the product must not be disassembled or modified without p
10. harge the PowerPAC battery as soon as possible after each use 5 3 Automatic Overload Overheating and Low Battery Protection The PowerPAC s AC inverter has built in protection against output overload and from overheating If an AC appliance rated higher than 300 watts or which draws excessive surge power at start up is connected or if the inverter exceeds a safe temperature it will automatically shut off The green POWER light will go off the red FAULT light will switch on and an alarm will sound To reset unplug the appliance and let the inverter cool Then switch the inverter OFF for 5 seconds then switch back ON Normal operation will resume If the battery is allowed to discharge excessively damage may occur To prevent this the AC inverter has a built in audible warning that alerts you when the battery is nearly discharged and it is time to recharge the PowerPAC If this warning is ignored the inverter will automatically switch off and the red FAULT light will illuminate when the battery reaches empty Promptly recharge the battery See Section 8 0 PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual 5 4 Interference with Electronic Equipment 5 4 1 Buzzing Sound in Audio Systems Some inexpensive stereo systems and boom boxes will emit a buzzing sound from their loudspeakers when operating from the AC output of the PowerPAC This is because the power supply in the equipment does not adequately filter the modified sine wav
11. hat the contact area is clean then repeat steps 5 through 7 PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual m 9 Let the motor run at fast idle for 5 minutes to fast charge the PowerPAC s battery then while the cable clamps are still connected unplug the Jump Start Cable from the PowerPAC Disconnect the black negative cable clamp and then as a last step disconnect the red positive cable clamp 7 2 Jump Starting via a Vehicle s Lighter Plug Socket The following simple procedure is often sufficient to start a vehicle when its battery is not completely dead 1 Connect your vehicle s cigarette lighter socket to the PowerPAC s DC Power Socket using the DC Charge Cable You may need to switch the ignition key to the accessory position to energize the cigarette lighter plug 2 Wait 15 minutes while the PowerPAC partially charges your vehicle s battery then attempt to start the engine 3 Once the engine starts leave the PowerPAC connected for at least 5 minutes to recharge its battery 4 If your engine does not start attempt to jump start as described in Section 7 1 PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual 15 8 0 Recharging the PowerPAC 8 1 General Information on Batteries and Charging 8 1 1 Charging Options A variety of charging options are possible with the PowerPAC e Charging with the fully automatic plug it in and forget it AC Charger Charging from your vehicle as you drive e Charging f
12. ill vary depending on the battery charge level and the actual appliance being operated The PowerPAC will not operate appliances rated at more than 300 watts such as hair dryers microwave ovens and toasters m PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual 12 6 0 Powering 12 Volt DC Accessories 6 1 Connecting 12 Volt DC Accessories The PowerPAC can operate any accessory that is intended to run from a car s cigarette lighter outlet Simply insert the accessory s plug into the DC Power Socket on the PowerPAC s display panel The PowerPAC s DC Power Socket will operate any 12 volt DC auto marine or other 12 volt accessory that draws 12 amps or less The following steps assume you have first fully charged your PowerPAC s battery according to instructions in Section 8 0 1 Plug the accessory into the PowerPAC s DC Power Socket and switch the accessory on if required 2 The 12 volt appliance should operate until the battery runs out of power 3 If an accessory that draws more than 12 amps or which is defective and has a short circuit is connected an internal circuit breaker will open after a short time and switch power to the accessory off If this occurs unplug the accessory and the breaker will automatically reset after a few seconds 4 The DC Power Socket does not automatically switch off the load when the battery is discharged To protect the battery against damage resulting from total discharge it is strongly recomme
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15. nd charging reduces to a very low maintenance level 6 The PowerPAC is now fully charged and ready to use The AC Charger may be left permanently connected In addition should your utility power be interrupted the charging process will automatically restart when power returns Note Battery Level Indicator readings will not be accurate until the battery has rested for 15 minutes after charging Recharging from Your Vehicle Using the DC Charge Cable the PowerPAC can be recharged as you drive Simply plug either end of the DC Charge Cable into the PowerPAC s DC Power Socket and the other end into the vehicle s cigarette lighter socket Most of the PowerPAC s capacity will be restored in 1 to 3 hours while the motor is running While the automatic charge regulation circuitry in the PowerPAC does not operate with this charging method most vehicle voltage regulators will ensure the PowerPAC is not overcharged Disconnect both ends of the DC Charge Cable when the motor is not running Recharging with a Generator s 12 Volt DC Power Outlet Recharging the PowerPAC from a generator using the PowerPAC s AC Charger is possible but would require extended generator running time Since many generators have an auxiliary 12 volt DC output designed for charging 12 volt batteries using this power source will result in much faster charging If the generator has a cigarette lighter style connector for its 12 volt output follow the c
16. nd fitness for a particular purpose includes all warranties and conditions express or implied statutory or otherwise including without limitation implied warranties and conditions of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual 23 24 13 0 Other Products from Statpower Technologies Statpower develops manufactures and markets power electronic products Our goal is to offer you top quality products that convert and control electric power We specialize in DC to AC inverters battery chargers backup power supplies and other products associated with mobile or power backup applications PORTAWATTZ 140 Inverter An extremely compact and versatile inverter the Portawattz 140 provides 140 watts of AC power for running everything from compact TV s and VCR s to laptop computers It is also ideal for recharging many of the battery operated devices found on the market today e g camcorders cellular phones etc PORTAWATTZ 300 Inverter A higher power product than PORTAWATTZ 140 the PORTAWATTZ 300 delivers 300 watts of AC power yet is still small enough to hold in the palm of a hand Ideal for small power tools full size TV sets desktop computers and other applications that are beyond the power capacity of the PORTAWATTZ 140 PORTAWATTZ 600 Inverter Designed for recreational and industrial applications the PORTAWATTZ 600 produces 600 watts of continuous power from a 12 volt DC source an
17. nded that the AC inverter is switched on even when powering 12 volt accessories only This will enable the inverter s alarm to warn you when the 12 volt accessory has nearly depleted the battery The power used by the inverter to monitor the battery will be negligible 5 Fully recharge the PowerPAC battery as soon as possible after each use PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owners Manual m 6 2 Battery Operating Times Below are typical DC accessories that may be operated by the PowerPAC with estimated operating times Operating times will vary depending on the battery charge level and the specific accessory being operated Estimated Operating Time Hours 12 Volt DC Automotive or Marine Typical Current Accessory Examples Spotlight Air compressor 12 volt TVIVCR 9 inch Small electric cooler 12 volt radio Cellular PCS phone with auto adapter Fish Depth finder 12 volt fluorescent light m PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual 13 7 0 Vehicle or Boat Engine Starting Assistance 7 1 Jump Starting Direct to the Battery The PowerPAC may be used to jump start a 12 volt vehicle or small boat engine using the Jump Start Cable supplied Jump starting causes very high current surges and possible sparking Unless care is taken the possibility of battery explosion exists Read the safety warnings in Section 2 0 before proceeding then follow these instructions exactly Before proceeding be sure to attach the rubber feet sup
18. nect an external battery to the PowerPAC to increase battery capacity See Section 9 0 for more details PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual 5 0 Powering 115 Volt AC Appliances and Equipment 5 1 General Information The PowerPAC is capable of powering most 115 volt AC appliances and equipment that use 300 watts or less Its AC output waveform called a quasi sine wave or modified sine wave is designed to function similarly to the sine wave shape of utility power Most AC appliances rated for 300 watts or less will operate normally from the PowerPAC AN CAUTION Do not use the PowerPAC with the following equipment Small battery operated appliances such as rechargeable flashlights some rechargeable shavers and night lights that are plugged directly into an AC receptacle to recharge Certain battery chargers for battery packs used in hand power tools These chargers will have a warning label stating that dangerous voltages are present at the charger s battery terminals The power or wattage rating of AC appliances and equipment is the average power they use During the first moments after they are switched on many appliances such as televisions monitors laser printers and appliances with motors consume much more power than their average rating Although the PowerPAC can supply momentary surge power greater than 300 watts some appliances may exceed its capabilities and trigger the inverter s safety ove
19. nnected here See Sections 8 2 and 8 5 for full details 4 1 4 The DC Power Socket The DC Power Socket is a cigarette lighter style connector used for powering 12 volt DC auto or marine accessories as explained in Section 6 0 and for recharging the PowerPAC from your car s electrical system as explained in Section 8 3 4 2 The AC Inverter The front mounted AC inverter is the heart of the PowerPAC It converts 12 volts DC supplied by the PowerPAC s battery to 115 volts AC power Two standard AC receptacles mounted on the right side of the inverter supply the AC power to appliances you intend to operate from the PowerPAC The inverter s ON OFF switch and its POWER and FAULT indicator lights are mounted on the same side of the inverter as the AC receptacles A low battery voltage alarm warns you when the inverter has nearly discharged the battery prior to automatic low voltage shutdown You will find full details on the inverter and how to use it in Section 5 0 4 3 The High Power DC Connector The High Power DC Connector located on the lower left side of the PowerPAC is a high current capacity connector wired directly to the PowerPAC s battery The Jump Start Cable supplied with the PowerPAC connects to the High Power DC Connector to allow jump starting of a vehicle in an emergency Be sure to read Section 7 0 for full details before any attempt is made to use this feature The High Power DC Connector can also be used to con
20. of the external battery 3 Plug the Jump Start Cable into the PowerPAC s High Power DC Connector Ensure this step is done last 4 Disconnect the external battery in the reverse order of the above steps before recharging it Pl PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual 19 20 10 0 Troubleshooting Problem Appliance will not operate inverter red FAULT light is on Possible Cause Appliance rated more than 300 watts safety overload circuit has tripped Appliance is rated less than 300 watts high starting surge has tripped overload Battery is discharged alarm is sounding Inverter has overheated due to poor ventilation alarm is sounding Suggested Remedy Use an appliance with a power rating less than 300 watts Appliance may exceed the PowerPAC s surge capability Use an appliance with starting surge power within the PowerPAC s capability Turn off all appliances and recharge battery Turn inverter OFF and allow to cool for 15 minutes Clear blocked fan or remove objects covering PowerPAC then restart Problem Run time is less than expected Possible Cause PoverPAC battery is not fully charged Appliance power consumption is higher than expected Suggested Remedy Recharge using AC Charger until Recharge Indicator is green Check appliance power or wattage rating or current draw for DC accessories and compare with tables in Sections 5 5 and 6 2 Problem Measured inverter out
21. onnection instructions in Section 8 3 If it has any other style of 12 volt connector the Jump Start Cable may be used to make the connection as follows 1 Ensure the generator is not running and connect the positive red Jump Start Cable clamp to the positive 12 volt generator terminal Be sure you have connected to the positive generator terminal 2 Connect the negative black Jump Start Cable clamp to the negative 12 volt generator terminal 3 Plug the Jump Start Cable into the PowerPAC s High Power DC Connector and start the generator PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual 17 18 Most of the PowerPAC s capacity will be recharged in about 1 to 3 hours Level of charge can be verified using the PowerPAC s Battery Level Indicator as explained in Section 4 1 1 CAUTION The generator output must be intended for battery charging An unregulated output can damage the battery 8 5 Recharging with a Solar Panel Small unregulated 12 volt solar panels rated to produce a maximum of 3 amps or 40 watts can be used to charge the PowerPAC via the Charger Input Socket You will need to purchase a standard 5 5 mm OD x 2 5 mm ID DC Coaxial Barrel Type Connector to mate with the Charger Input Socket Connect the solar panel s positive red wire to the coaxial plug s inner contact and the solar panel s negative black wire to the plug s outer contact Once the plug is inserted into the Charger Input Socket and the
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23. plied to the recesses in the back of the PowerPAC as shown in Figure 1 1 Turn off the vehicle or boat ignition and all accessories 2 Engage the park or emergency brake and place the transmission in park or neutral 3 If jump starting a boat engine purge the engine compartment and bilge of all fumes before jump starting 4 Lay the PowerPAC on its back on a flat stable surface near the battery and clear of all moving parts of the engine 5 Do not connect the Jump Start Cable to the PowerPAC yet Connect its red positive clamp to the positive terminal of the engine battery WARNING Connecting to the negative terminal can lead to a A battery explosion later in this procedure The battery s positive terminal is identified as being larger in diameter than the negative terminal In most vehicles it has a red wire connected to it Do not proceed until you are sure you have connected to the positive terminal 6 Connect the black negative clamp to the engine block cylinder head or other stationary heavy metal part of the motor as far from the battery as possible Do not attach the black negative clamp to the battery terminal 7 Making sure that the cables are clear of belts and fans plug the Jump Start Cable into the High Power DC Connector on the lower left side of the PowerPAC and start the engine 8 If the vehicle fails to crank unplug the Jump Start Cable then disconnect the jumper cable clamps Ensure t
24. put voltage is too low Possible Cause Use of standard average reading AC voltmeter to read output voltage Battery is almost empty Suggested Remedy Modified sine wave output of inverter requires true RMS reading meter such as Fluke 87 series multimeter for accurate measurement Check Battery Level Indicator and recharge battery as needed Problem Charging light is OFF when AC Charger is connected Possible Cause No AC power at wall receptacle Suggested Remedy Ensure power is available at receptacle PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual m 11 0 Specifications 12 Volt DC Section Internal battery type Sealed lead acid Internal battery voltage nominal 12 volts DC Internal battery capacity 18 amp hours Cycle life at 100 discharge recharge 250 cycles cycles at 20 C Maximum load current through 12 volt DC 12 amps Power Socket breaker protected Inverter 115 Volt AC Section AC output voltage nominal 115 volts AC Maximum continuous AC output power 300 watts Maximum AC surge power 500 watts AC output frequency 60 Hz 4Hz AC output waveform Modified sine wave Inverter no load current battery drain with no 0 18 amps load on inverter Ambient operating temperature range 0 C 40 C 32 F 100 F Low battery alarm trigger point 10 7 volts nominal Low battery shut down point 10 0 volts nominal Charging System AC charger bulk charging current 500 mA maximum Bulk charge to floa
25. rior authorization by Statpower If your product requires warranty service please return it to the place of purchase along with a copy of your dated proof of purchase If you are unable to contact your merchant or the merchant is unable to provide service contact Statpower directly BY PHONE 604 420 1585 BY FAX 604 420 1591 BY EMAIL customerservice statpower com You must obtain a Return Authorization Number from Statpower before returning a product directly to Statpower Do not return a product to Statpower without first obtaining a Return Authorization Number When you contact Statpower to obtain service be prepared to supply the serial number of your product and its date of purchase If you are returning a product from the USA or Canada follow this procedure 1 Obtain a Return Authorization Number and a shipping address from Statpower 2 Package the unit safely preferably using the original box and packing materials Include the Return Authorization Number a copy of your dated proof of purchase a return address where the repaired unit can be shipped a contact telephone number and a brief description of the problem 3 Ship the unit to the address provided in Step 1 freight prepaid How Other Laws Apply This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction For Our Canadian Customers When used herein implied warranties of merchantability a
26. rload shutdown circuit See details in Section 5 3 for the reset procedure If this problem occurs when attempting to operate several appliances at the same time try first switching on the inverter with all appliances switched off then one by one switch each on starting with the high surge appliance first 5 2 Connecting Your AC Appliances and Equipment The following steps assume you have fully charged your PowerPAC s battery See Section 8 0 1 Turn on the AC inverter switch located on the inverter s right side The green POWER light that illuminates adjacent to the switch indicates AC power is now on and available at the two inverter AC outlets See Figure 1 in Section 3 1 PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual P 2 Plug the AC appliance or equipment you wish to operate into one of the two inverter outlets and switch the appliance on The appliance should operate normally just as it would if plugged into a wall receptacle 3 As the appliance is operated you can check the level of the battery as detailed in Section 4 1 1 This will give you an idea of how much time remains until the battery needs recharging 4 As the battery becomes nearly discharged or empty a low voltage warning will sound This will give you time to shut down a computer for example If this warning is ignored the inverter will switch off automatically a few minutes later to prevent battery damage See Section 5 3 for full details 5 Fully rec
27. rom a generator equipped with a 12 volt battery charging outlet e Charging from a solar panel 8 1 2 Battery Self Discharge and Shelf Life All rechargeable batteries gradually discharge when left standing Periodic charging is necessary to ensure maximum battery capacity When the AC Charger is connected via the PowerPAC s Charger Input Socket the circuitry built into the PowerPAC will regulate the charging process ensuring the battery is always fully charged but never overcharged To ensure safe recharging and maximum battery life charge only with Statpower supplied or approved products CAUTION Due to inherent self discharge lead acid batteries must be charged at least every 3 months especially in a warm environment Leaving a battery in a discharged state or not recharging every 3 months risks permanent damage 8 2 Recharging with the AC Charger Recharging with the AC Charger is a true plug it in and forget it charging method To use it follow these steps 1 Disconnect any 12 volt DC accessories and switch the inverter OFF 2 Insert the AC Charger plug into the Charger Input Socket on the PowerPAC s display panel 3 Plug the AC Charger into a standard 115 volt AC receptacle 4 As the PowerPAC charges its Recharge Indicator will glow amber A typical recharge may take up to 30 hours PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual P 8 3 8 4 5 When fully charged the Recharge Indicator changes to green a
28. t charge transition voltage 14 6 volts nominal peak charging voltage Float charge to bulk charge transition 12 9 volts nominal voltage charge restart voltage Float charge current after full charge has 1mA nominal terminated Charger Input Socket maximum current 3 amps m PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual 22 12 0 Limited Warranty USA and Canada only What Does This Warranty Cover Statpower manufactures its products from parts and components that are new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry standard practices This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials How Long Does The Coverage Last This warranty lasts for 12 months from the date of purchase Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to twelve months from date of purchase Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you What Does This Warranty Not Cover This warranty will not apply where the product has been misused neglected improperly installed physically damaged or altered either internally or externally or damaged from improper use or use in an unsuitable environment Statpower does not warrant uninterrupted operations of its products Statpower shall not be liable for damages whether direct incidental special or consequential or economic loss even though caused by the negligence or fault of Statpow
29. ter The diagram below shows the PowerPAC s key features i Battery Batterie 7 Rechai Recharge Indicator r DC Power Sockey DC Power Socket Plot de Buissanc O 0 On Battery Level Chargant Indicator EF Battery Status Button Status arger Input Sra Ss Mode iche de chargeur 42 Volt 12 Amp Charger Input Socket POWER Light Inverter ON OFF AC Inverter Switch u ay 0 O NN Pac 0l N FAULT Light TF AC Outlets LID Vi 7 gh Power AN me fi AL D t Recesses for attaching C Connector N auxiliary rubber feet Jump Start Cable Figure 1 m PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owner s Manual 3 2 An Explanation of Power Ratings and Battery 3 3 Life AC powered appliances are rated by how much electrical power in watts they consume The PowerPAC s AC inverter is capable of generating a maximum of 300 watts to power appliances plugged into the PowerPAC s AC receptacles As an example a 40 watt light bulb can be operated from the PowerPAC for up to 3 hours on a fully charged PowerPAC battery 12 volt DC auto and marine accessories are generally rated according to how much electrical current in amperes or amps they draw from the battery A typical small 12 volt fluorescent light draws 0
30. ty AC distribution wiring e Failure to follow the above safety instructions may result in personal injury and or damage to the PowerPAC AN WARNING Explosion hazard Do not use the PowerPAC where there are flammable fumes or gases such as in the bilge of a gasoline powered boat or near propane tanks Do not use the PowerPAC in an enclosure containing automotive type lead acid batteries These batteries unlike the sealed battery in the PowerPAC vent explosive hydrogen gas which can be ignited by sparks from electrical connections When working on electrical equipment always ensure someone is nearby to help you in an emergency N WARNING Heated surface e The PowerPAC s AC inverter chassis may become uncomfortably warm reaching 60 C 140 F under extended high power operation Ensure at least 5 cm 2 in air space is maintained on all sides of the PowerPAC During operation keep away from materials that may be affected by high temperatures such as blankets pillows and sleeping bags CAUTION AN Do not connect any AC load whose neutral conductor is connected to ground to the PowerPAC Do not expose the PowerPAC to temperatures in excess of 40 C or 100 F PORTAWATTZ PowerPAC Owners Manual P 3 0 Quick Start Guide 3 1 Overview The following basic instructions are intended to get those already familiar with AC inverters and battery packs off to a fast start But be sure to fully read this manual la

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