Xantrex Technology 300 - Manual (Page 21)

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Recharging with the AC Charger
Recharging with the AC Charger is a true “plug-in-and-forget”
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
xPower300’s display panel.
3. Plug the AC Charger into a standard 115-volt AC receptacle.
4. As xPower300 charges, its Recharge Indicator will glow amber.
A typical recharge may take up to 35 hours.
5. When fully charged, the Recharge Indicator changes to green
and xPower300 is ready to use.
6. Once xPower300 is fully charged, charging current automatically
reduces to a low maintenance level and xPower300 may be left
permanently connected to its AC Charger.
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.
CAUTION: Do not use xPower300 to operate any AC products
or DC accessories while charging with the AC Charger.
Recharging from Your Vehicle
Using the DC Charging Cable, xPower300 can be recharged as
you drive.
1. Simply plug either end of the DC Charging Cable into
xPower300’s DC Power Socket, and the other end into the
vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket or 12-volt accessory outlet.
2. Most of xPower300’s capacity will be restored in 1 to 3 hours
while the motor is running.
3. Disconnect the DC Charging Cable at both ends once xPower300
is fully charged or when your vehicle’s motor is not running.
NOTE: Although the automatic charge regulation circuitry in
xPower300 does not operate with this charging method, most
vehicle voltage regulators will ensure xPower300 is not
overcharged.