Duracell POWERPACK300 User manual

DU CELL:
POWERPACK 300
Ownerls Guide

DURACELL:
POWERPACK 300
Owner's Guide

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Date and Revision
June 2007 Revision B
Part Number
975-0338-01-01
Product Number
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About This Guide
Purpose
The purpose of this Owner's Guide is to provide explanations
and procedures for installing, operating, maintaining, and
troubleshooting the Duracell® Powerpack 300.
Organization
This guide is organized into five chapters and an appendix:
Chapter 1, "Ibtroduction", provides an overview of the main
features of the Duracell® Powerpack 300.
Chapter 2, "Features", provides adetailed description of the
features of the Duracell® Powerpack.
Chapter 3, "Operation", gives instructions for the main
operational procedures of the Duracell® Powerpack,
including operating AC and DC appliances, using the air
compressor, andjump-.starting an engine.
Chapter 4, "Maintenance", gives instructions for recharging
the Duracell® Powerpack and changing the built-in light
bulb.
Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting", provides atroubleshooting
guide to the Duracell® Powerpack.
Appendix A, "Specifications", provides the electrical and
physical specifications of the Duracell® Powerpack.
"Warranty and Return" at the end of this guide provides
detailed warranty information and instructions for getting
warranty service.

About This Guide
Conventions Used
The following conventions are used in this guide.
.& WARNING
Warnings identify conditions that could result in personal injury or
loss
of life.
.& CAUTION
Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in
damage to the unit or to other equipment.
Important: These notes describe an important action item or an
item that must attention to.
Abbreviations and Acronyms
AAmpere(s)
AC Alternating Current
AGM Absorbed Glass Mat
Ah Amp-hours
DC Direct Current
Hz Hertz
rnA Milli-ampere
MHI
Metal halide arc
RMS Root Mean Square
UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply
VVolt(s)
WWatt(s)
II

Important Safety Instructions
The Duracell® Powerpack 300 generates atype of AC power
similar to anormal household wall outlet. Operating the
Duracell® Powerpack incorrectly ormisusing it may damage
the equipment or create hazardous conditions for the user.
Important: Before using your Duracell® Powerpack 300, be
sure to read and save these safety instructions.
Warnings and Cautions
------------
&. WARNING: Shock hazard. Keep away from
children.
The Duracell® Powerpack 300 generates the same potentially
lethal AC power as anormal household wall outlet. Do not insert
foreign objects into the AC power outlet, the DC power outlet, or
the ventilation holes. Do not expose this product to water, rain,
snow, or spray.
Do not open the Duracell® Powerpack 300. There are no user-
serviceable parts inside the unit.
&. CAUTION
The unit will be damaged if connected to any AC load that has its
neutral conductor connected to ground. Such loads include AC
distribution wiring and house wiring.
&. CAUTION
Do not expose the Duracell® Powerpack 300 to temperatures over
40°C (l04°F).
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Important Safety Information
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WARNING: Explosion hazard
Do not use this product where there are flammable fumes or gases,
such as in the bilge
of agasoline-powered boat, or near propane
tanks. Do not use this product in an enclosure containing
automotive-type lead-acid batteries. These batteries, unlike the
sealed AGM battery in the Duracell® Powerpack 300, vent
explosive hydrogen gas which can be ignited by sparks from
electrical connections.
When working on electrical equipment, always ensure someone is
nearby to help you in an emergency.
6. WARNING: Heated surface
Ensure at least 2" (5 cm) air space is maintained on all sides of the
Duracell® Powerpack 300. During operation, keep away from
materials that may be affected by high temperatures such as
blankets, pillows and sleeping bags.
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6. WARNING: Fire hazard
Never allow jump-start cables' red and black clamps to touch each
other or another common metal conductor. This could cause
damage to the unit and/or create asparking/explosion hazard.
Always store the clamps in the appropriate holder on each side
of
the Duracell® Powerpack after use.
6. WARNING: Fire hazard
Jump-start cable clamps must be connected positive to positive (red
clamp to battery
"+") and negative to negative (black clamp to
battery
"-"). Areverse polarity connection (positive to negative)
may cause damage to the unit and/or create asparking/explosion
hazard.
6. WARNING: Limitations on use
•Do not use this product in connection with life support systems or
other medical equipment or devices.
IV

Important Safety Information
&WARNING: Fire hazard
The jump-start feature is designed for short term operation only-
less than 4seconds. Operating the jump-start feature for more than
4seconds may cause damage to the unit. Allow the Duracell®
Powerpack 300 to cool down for at least 3minutes after eachjump-
start.
&WARNING: Fire hazard
Do not leave the compressor unattended while operating. The
compressor is designed for short term operation only. Operation
of
the compressor over an extended period of time will cause the
compressor unit to overheat and may cause damage. Allow the
compressor to cool down for
10 minutes after each 10 minutes of
continuous operation.
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Important Safety Information
Precautions When Working With Your
Vehicle Battery
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&WARNING: Risk of Explosion, Fire or Burns
1. Follow all instructions published by the battery
manufacturer and the manufacturer
of the equipment in
which the battery is installed.
2. Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.
3. Never smoke or allow aspark or flame in the vicinity of
the engine or batteries.
4. Be careful not to drop ametal object on the battery or
allow ametal tool to simultaneously touch the positive
and negative cable ends or battery terminals.
It might
spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical parts
and cause an explosion.
5. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets,
necklaces, and watches when working with alead-acid
battery. Alead-acid battery produces ashort-circuit
current high enough to weld aring or other similar
objects to metal, causing asevere bum.
6. If you need to remove abattery, always remove the
positive terminal from the battery first. Make sure all
accessories are
off so you don't cause an arc.
7. Someone should be within range of your voice, or close
enough to come to your aid when you work near a
lead-acid battery.
8. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case
battery acid contacts skin, clothing, and/or eyes.
9. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection.
Avoid touching your eyes while working near batteries.
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Important Safety Information
10. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash
immediately with soap and water.
If acid enters your
eyes, immediately flood them with running coldwater for
at least twenty minutes and get medical attention
immediately.
11. Keep asupply of baking soda on hand in the area of the
batteries. Baking soda neutralizes lead-acid battery
electrolyte.
VII

Important Safety Information
Precautions for Using Rechargeable
Appliances
it. CAUTION
The output of the Duracel1® Powerpack 300 inverter is anon-
sinusoidal modified sine wave, which is different from pure sine
wave utility-supplied electricity. Certain types
of load equipment
may be damaged.
Most rechargeable battery-operated equipment uses a
separate charger or transformer that is plugged into an AC
receptacle and produces alow voltage charging output.
Some chargers for rechargeable batteries can be damaged
if
connected to the Duracell® Powerpack 300.
Do not use the following with the Duracell® Powerpack 300:
•Small battery-operated appliances like flashlights, razors,
and night lights that can be plugged directly into an AC
receptacle to recharge.
•Some chargers for battery packs used in hand power
tools. These affected chargers display awarning label
stating that dangerous voltages are present at the battery
terminals.
Note: If you are unsure about using your rechargeable appliance
with the Duracel1® Powerpack 300, contact the equipment
manufacturer to determine the rechargeable appliance's
compatibility with the modified sine wave (non-sinusoidal) AC
waveform.
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Contents
1Introduction
About the Duracel1® Powerpack 300- ------------------- 1
Comprehensive Protection --------------------------- 1
Automatic Overload ---------------------------- 1
Overheating---------------------------------- 1
Low Battery Protection - - - - - -
-' -------------------2
2Features
Materials List -----------------------------------3
Duracel1® Powerpack Features- -----------------------4
Front Panel Detail- -----------------------------4
Left Side View--------------------------------6
Accessories -----------
~ ----------------------7
3Operation
Operating Conditions and Guidelines -------------------9
Choosing aLocation------------------------------
10
Using Duracel1® Powerpack for the First Time- ----------- 11
Recharging with the AC Charger - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
Using the Flashlight ------------------------------ 13
Operating AC Appliances - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15
Understanding AC Appliances ------ ~ ------------- 15
Run Time on Typical AC Appliances------------- 15
High Surge Appliances ---------------------- 16
Trouble Appliances ------------------------- 16
Operating Several Appliances at Once ------------ 17
Operating an AC Appliance ----------------------
17
Operating 12 VDC Appliances ---------------------- 18
Jump-Starting aVehicle's Engine --------------------- 19
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Using the Air Compressor - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22
Over-temperature Safety Protection- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22
Inflating Tires -------------------------------
23
Inflating Small Sports Equipment ------------------ 24
Connecting to an External Battery- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 25
4Maintenance
Battery Maintenance------------------------------ 27
Recharging the Duracell® Powerpack Battery - - - - - - - - - - - - 29
Recharging with the AC Charger- ------------------ 29
Recharging with the DC Charging Cable - - - - - - - - - - - - - 30
Recharging with aGenerator's Regulated
12 VDC Outlet -32
Recharging from aSolar Panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
33
Recycling ------------------------------------- 34
5Troubleshooting
Common Problems ------------------------------- 37
Buzz in Audio Equipment ----------------------- 37
Television Interference - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 37
Troubleshooting Reference -------------------------
38
ASpecifications
Electrical Specifications --------------------------- 43
Physical Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 45
Warranty and Return ---------------------------47
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Introduction
About the Duracell® Powerpack 300
Easy-to-use and designed for years of reliable service, the
Duracell® Powerpack can run many AC appliances and
12 VDC appliances whenever you need power for work or
play, at home or on the road.
Duracell® Powerpack:
•Powers 120 VAC appliances
•Powers
12 VDC appliances
•Jump-starts vehicle engines
•Provides lighting for emergency use
•Inflates vehicle tires and small sports equipment
Comprehensive Protection
Automatic Overload
The Duracell® Powerpack has built-in protection against
output overload.
If you connect an appliance that draws more
than 300 Wto the AC power outlet on the Duracell®
Powerpack, or one which draws excessive surge power, the
power to the AC power outlet automatically shuts off.
Overheating
The Duracell® Powerpack is protected from overheating. If
the inverter exceeds asafe temperature, power to the AC
power outlet automatically shuts off.
1

Comprehensive Protection
Low Battery Protection
Low battery protection protects the internal battery from
excessive discharge and possible damage. The unit
automatically turns
off when the internal battery is
discharged to 10.5 Vdc.
2

Features
Chapter 2describes the main features of the Duracell®
Powerpack 300.
We recommend that you familiarize yourself
with these features before operating the unit.
Materials list
Your Duracell® Powerpack package includes these items:
oDuracell® Powerpack
oOwner's Guide
oAC charger
oDC charging cable
oNozzle and needle adaptors for the compressor
oDetachable flashlight
3

Duracell® Powerpack Features
Duracell® Powerpack Features
Front Panel Detail
1234
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120V AC
SOCKET
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9
Feature Description
1DC power outlet:
•Powers .12 VDC auto, RV or marine appliances
•Recharges Duracell® Powerpack from a
12 Voutlet in avehicle
using the DC charging cable.
2Battery Level LEOs illuminate to indicate the Duracell®
Powerpack battery charge level. All LEDs (two green, one yellow
and one red) are illuminated when the battery is fully charged
(Full), only the red LED is illuminated when the battery is
completely discharged (Empty).
3Battery Level button triggers the Battery Level Full/Empty LED
indicators. Press to view the battery charge status.
4

Duracell® Powerpack Features
Feature Description
4 Battery Status LED illuminates when the Duracell® Powerpack is
charging (when an AC charger is connected to the Duracell®
Powerpack's AC charger input socket and plugged into the
household 120 VAC outlet).
5Red Incorrect Jumpstart Connection LED illuminates and an
alarm sounds when the jump-starting clamps are improperly
connected to the vehicle battery.
6Green Correct Jumpstart Connection LED illuminates when the
jump-starting clamps are properly connected to the vehicle battery.
7AC power ON/OFF switch illuminates when the switch is turned
ON.
8AC power outlets are standard 3-prong outlets that supply 120 Vac
power for running AC appliances when the AC power ON/OFF
switch is on.
9Flashlight detaches and recharges from the Powerpack.
5

Duracell® Powerpack Features
Left side View
1
2
3
4
5
6
Feature Description
1Pressure gauge shows
the PSI (lb/in2).
2Jump-starting clamp
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3Jump-start power switch
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4AC charger input socket
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5Compressor ON/OFF switch
6Nozzle packet compartment
Not shown Valve connector with connector hose
6

Duracell® Powerpack Features
Accessories
Accessory Description
1AC
charger lets you recharge the Duracell® Powerpack from a
standard AC wall outlet and can only be used to recharge the
internal battery
of the Duracell® Powerpack.
2
DC charging cable lets you recharge the Duracell® Powerpack
from a
12 Vsystem in acar, SUV, RV or aboat.
Not shown Nozzle packet containing nozzle adaptor and sports needle
adaptor.
7