Xantrex Technology 300 User Manual
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9. After the vehicle is started and while the cables are still
connected, it is a good idea to run the motor at fast idle for 2
minutes to fast-charge xPower300s battery. After recharging,
unplug the Jump-Start Cable from xPower300, disconnect the
black (negative) cable clamp, and then as a last step, disconnect
the red (positive) cable clamp.
Jump-Starting via a Vehicles Lighter Plug
Socket
The following simple procedure is often sufficient to start a
vehicle when its battery is not completely dead.
1. Connect your vehicles cigarette lighter socket to xPower300s
DC Power Socket using the DC Charging Cable. You may need
to switch the ignition key to the accessory position to supply
power to the lighter socket.
2. Wait 15 minutes while xPower300 partially charges your vehicles
battery, then attempt to start the engine.
3. Once the engine starts, leave xPower300 connected for at least
5 minutes to recharge its battery.
4. If your vehicle does not start, attempt to jump-start as described
above - Jump-Starting Direct to the Battery.