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viiContents1IntroductionAbout the Duracell® Powerpack 600- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1Comprehensive Protection - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Contentsviii 975-0339-01-01Operating 12 V DC Appliances - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18Jump-Starting a Vehicle’s Engine - - - - - - -

11 IntroductionAbout the Duracell® Powerpack 600Easy-to-use and designed for years of reliable service, the Duracell® Powerpack 600 can run many AC ap

Comprehensive Protection2 975-0339-01-01OverheatingThe Duracell® Powerpack is protected from overheating. If the inverter exceeds a safe temperature,

32 FeaturesChapter 2 describes the main features of the Duracell® Powerpack 600. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with these features before

Duracell® Powerpack 600 Features4 975-0339-01-01Duracell® Powerpack 600 FeaturesFront Panel DetailFront Panel FeaturesFeature Description1 Display Fun

Duracell® Powerpack 600 Features975-0339-01-01 5Control Panel Operation6 5 W incandescent light illuminates for about 50 hours when the battery is ful

Duracell® Powerpack 600 Features6 975-0339-01-01Check battery charge statusInverter’s ON/OFF switch is turned to OFF;All appliances must be disconnect

Duracell® Powerpack 600 Features975-0339-01-01 7AM/FM Radio with Digital Alarm ClockRadio and Clock FeaturesFeature Description1 FM antenna2 Frequency

Duracell® Powerpack 600 Features8 975-0339-01-01Radio and Clock OperationHow to...Required Condition Required Action NoteListen to the radioPress the

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Duracell® Powerpack 600 Features975-0339-01-01 9Left Side ViewFeature Description1 DC Power Socket can:• Power 12 V DC auto, RV or marine appliances•

Duracell® Powerpack 600 Features10 975-0339-01-01AccessoriesFeature Description1 AC Charger lets you recharge the Duracell® Powerpack from a standard

113 OperationChapter 3 explains how to operate the Duracell® Powerpack 600 efficiently. This chapter covers:• Recharging the Duracell® Powerpack for f

Choosing a Location12 975-0339-01-01Choosing a LocationThe Duracell® Powerpack should be operated only in locations that meet these requirements::WARN

Using Duracell® Powerpack 600 for the First Time975-0339-01-01 13Using Duracell® Powerpack 600 for the First TimeRecharging with the AC ChargerRecharg

Using the Light14 975-0339-01-01Using the LightThe Duracell® Powerpack has a built-in incandescent light which will operate for about 40 hours before

Operating AC Appliances975-0339-01-01 15Run Time on Typical AC AppliancesTypical AC appliances that can be used on the Duracell® Powerpack are listed

Operating AC Appliances16 975-0339-01-01Trouble AppliancesSome appliances, including the types listed below, may be damaged if they are connected to t

Operating AC Appliances975-0339-01-01 17Operating an AC ApplianceBefore operating your AC appliance, ensure that the battery of the Duracell® Powerpac

Operating 12 V DC Appliances18 975-0339-01-01Operating 12 V DC AppliancesThe Duracell® Powerpack can operate 12 V DC auto, RV, marine, or other portab

About XantrexXantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to

Operating 12 V DC Appliances975-0339-01-01 19To operate a 12 V DC appliance:1. Open the protective cover on the left side of the Duracell® Powerpack.

Jump-Starting a Vehicle’s Engine20 975-0339-01-01Jump-Starting a Vehicle’s EngineYou can use the Duracell® Powerpack with the supplied jump-start cabl

Jump-Starting a Vehicle’s Engine975-0339-01-01 214. Connect the cables to the jump-start cable port on the left side of the Duracell® Powerpack.5. Pos

Using the Radio22 975-0339-01-01Using the RadioFor information about operating the radio, see page 7.Power DrawThe AM/FM radio on the back panel is po

Connecting to an External Battery975-0339-01-01 23To connect the Duracell® Powerpack to an external battery using the jump-start cables:1. Connect the

Connecting to an External Battery24 975-0339-01-01To disconnect the cables from an external battery and from the Duracell® Powerpack:1. To disconnect

254 MaintenanceChapter 4 provides information on maintaining your internal battery, recharging options for the internal battery, and replacing user-re

Battery Maintenance26 975-0339-01-01CAUTIONDue to inherent self-discharge, lead acid batteries must be charged at least every 3 months, especially in

Recharging the Duracell® Powerpack 600 Battery975-0339-01-01 27Recharging the Duracell® Powerpack 600 BatteryTo check the battery’s charge level, pres

Recharging the Duracell® Powerpack 600 Battery28 975-0339-01-014. Insert the AC charger cable end into the charger input socket located on the left si

iAbout This GuidePurposeThe purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for installing, operating, maintaining, and troubl

Recharging the Duracell® Powerpack 600 Battery975-0339-01-01 29To recharge the Duracell® Powerpack while you drive using the DC charging cable:1. Whil

Recharging the Duracell® Powerpack 600 Battery30 975-0339-01-01Recharging with a Generator’s Regulated 12 V DC OutletRefer to the Owner’s Guide accomp

Recharging the Duracell® Powerpack 600 Battery975-0339-01-01 31Recharging From a Solar PanelSmall, unregulated 12 V solar panels rated to produce a ma

Replacing the Incandescent Light32 975-0339-01-01Replacing the Incandescent LightTo replace the light bulb:1. Turn the light switch off.2. Pop out the

Recycling975-0339-01-01 33RecyclingIf it’s rechargeable, it’s recyclable!Xantrex recognizes its responsibility as a global citizen and is continually

Recycling34 975-0339-01-01Pb Batteries (larger than 2 lbs. or 1 kg)If you need to recycle a Pb battery that is larger than 2lbs. (1kg) then you may ta

355 TroubleshootingTroubleshooting will help you identify the common problems than can occur with the Duracell® Powerpack 600.Read this chapter before

Troubleshooting Reference36 975-0339-01-01• Maximize TV signal strength by using a better antenna. Use a shielded antenna cable where possible.• Try a

Troubleshooting Reference975-0339-01-01 37AC appliance will not operate; audible alarm is sounding.Battery has discharged to 10.5 V.Inverter has overh

Troubleshooting Reference38 975-0339-01-01Measured AC output voltage is too low.Use of anaverage-reading AC voltmeter to read output voltage.Battery i

About This Guideii 975-0339-01-01Related InformationYou can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc. as well as its products and services a

Troubleshooting Reference975-0339-01-01 39Green Charging Status light is still flashing and hasn’t changed to steady after 50 hours of charging.The vo

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41A SpecificationsElectrical Specifications12 V DC SectionInternal battery type sealed, AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) lead acidInternal battery voltage (no

Electrical Specifications42 975-0339-01-01AC Power SectionOutput power• Continuous output power• Five minute AC output power • Peak AC output surge ca

Physical Specifications975-0339-01-01 43Physical SpecificationsRadio AM Frequency 526–1606 KHzFM Frequency 87–105 MHzAccessoriesJump-start cables (rep

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45Warranty and Return InformationWarrantyWhat does this warranty cover? This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology Inc. ("Xantrex&qu

Warranty and Return46 975-0339-01-01What proof of purchase is required? In any warranty claim, dated proof of purchase must accompany the product and

Warranty and Return975-0339-01-01 47DisclaimerProductTHIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED BY XANTREX IN CONNECTION WITH Y

Warranty and Return48 975-0339-01-01Return Material Authorization PolicyBefore returning a product directly to Xantrex you must obtain a Return Materi

iiiImportant Safety InstructionsThe Duracell® Powerpack 600 generates a type of AC power similar to a normal household wall outlet. Operating the Dura

Warranty and Return975-0339-01-01 49Out of Warranty ServiceIf the warranty period for your Duracell® Powerpack 600 has expired, if the unit was damage

Warranty and Return50 975-0339-01-01Information About Your SystemAs soon as you open your Duracell® Powerpack 600 package, record the following inform

Safetyiv 975-0339-01-01-WARNING: Heated surfaceEnsure at least 2" (5 cm) air space is maintained on all sides of the Duracell® Powerpack. During

Safety975-0339-01-01 vPrecautions When Working With Batteries1. Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of

Safetyvi 975-0339-01-0110. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters your eyes, immediately floo