Xantrex Technology JAZZ 250 User Manual

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3. As the AC product is operated, you can check the level

of the battery as detailed in Section 4.1. This will give

you an idea of how much time remains until the battery

needs recharging.

4. When 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 recharge the internal battery as soon as possible

after each use. (See Section 8.)

5.3 Automatic Overload, Overheating, and Low

Battery Protection

Portable Power 250’s inverter has built-in protection against

output overload and from overheating. If an AC product rated

higher than 230 watts (or which draws excessive surge power at

start up) is connected, or if the inverter exceeds a safe

temperature, power to the AC outlet will automatically shut off.
If an over temperature condition caused the shut down, the

audio alarm will sound. To reset, unplug the product, turn off

the AC Power ON/OFF Switch, and let the inverter cool.
If an overload condition caused the shut down, unplug the

product and confirm that the product power requirement is 230

watts or less before attempting to restart the product. In the

case of an extreme overload, the 30-amp external fuse located

below the AC outlet will open. It will be necessary to replace

this fuse in order for power to flow to the AC outlet. Replace

only with a 30 A, 32 Vdc, automotive blade type fuse which is

available at many auto parts stores.
If the battery is allowed to discharge excessively, damage may

occur. To prevent this, an audio warning alerts you when the

internal battery is nearly discharged (10.7 volts). If this warning

is ignored, the inverter will automatically switch off when the

battery reaches “empty” (10.0 volts). Promptly recharge the

battery. (See Section 8.)

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