Xantrex Technology 300 - Manual (Page 16)

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5Powering 12-Volt DC Accessories
Connecting 12-Volt DC Accessories
xPower300 can operate any accessory that is intended to run
from a vehicle’s lighter socket. Simply insert the accessory’s
plug into the DC Power Socket on xPower300’s display panel.
xPower300’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
xPower300’s battery according to instructions in Section 7.
1. Plug the accessory into xPower300’s DC Power Socket, and
switch the accessory on (if required).
2. The 12-volt accessory will operate until the battery runs out of
power. Refer to the important note below step 4 to avoid battery
damage due to excessive discharge.
3. If an accessory that draws more than 12 amps (or which has a
short circuit defect) is connected, xPower300’s internal circuit
breaker will switch off power to the accessory. If this occurs,
unplug the accessory and the breaker will automatically reset
after a few seconds.
4. Fully recharge xPower300’s battery as soon as possible after
each use.
IMPORTANT: 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, turn
the AC Outlets Switch ON, even when powering 12-volt
accessories. This will enable the xPower300’s low battery alarm
to warn you when the 12-volt accessory has nearly depleted
the battery. The battery power used by xPower300 to monitor
the internal battery voltage level is negligible.
xPower300 Emergency Light
To use the Emergency Light, insert its power plug into
xPower300’s DC Power Socket. Switch the lamp to either “I”
or “II”, according to the level of illumination desired.
The wire hook concealed in the back of the light may be used
to hang the light if desired.