Duracell Powerpack 300 User manual

Owner’s Guide
Powerpack Pro 300 / 600
Powerpack Pro
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Trademarks
DURACELL®is a registered trademark of The Gillette
Company, used under license. All rights reserved.
Notice of Copyright
Duracell®Powerpack Pro 300 / 600 Owner’s Guide
© 2014 Duracell. All rights reserved.
Date and Revision
July 2014 Revision 20140729
Product Number(s)
DR300PWR / DR600PWR
Contact Information
Phone: [phone]

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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 Pro.
Conventions used
The following conventions are used in this guide.
WARNING
Warnings identify conditions that could result in personal
injury or loss of life.
WARNING
Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result
in damage to the product or to other equipment.
Important: These notes describe an important action
item or an item that you must pay attention to.
Related information
Related Information
You can find more information about Battery-Biz Inc. as well as its
products and services at www.battery-biz.com

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Important Safety Instructions
Important: Before using your Duracell®Powerpack Pro, be
sure to read and save these safety instructions.
Warnings and Cautions
WARNING: Shock hazard. Keep away from
children.
Do not insert foreign objects into the DC Power Socket,
the Jump-Start Cable Port, or the ventilation holes. Do
not expose this product to water, rain, snow, or spray.
Do not open the Duracell®Powerpack Pro. 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 Pro to
temperatures over 40°C (104°F).
WARNING: Explosion hazard
Do not use this product where there are flammable fumes
or gases, such as in the bilge of a gasoline-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 Pro, 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
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WARNING: Heated surface
Ensure at least 2” (5 cm) air space is maintained on all
sides of the Duracell®Powerpack Pro. During operation,
keep away from materials that may be affected by high
temperatures such as blankets, pillows and sleeping bags.
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 “–”). A reverse polarity
connection (positive to negative) may cause damage to
the unit and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard.
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 a
sparking/explosion hazard. Always store the clamps
in the appropriate holder on each side ofthe Duracell®
Powerpack Pro after use.
WARNING: Medical equipment
This product is NOT tested, designed nor intended to
be used with life support systems or any other medical
devices.
WARNING: Fire hazard
The jump-start feature is designed for short term
operation only—less than 4 seconds. Operating the
jump-start feature for more than 4 seconds may cause
damage to the unit. Allow the Duracell®Powerpack Pro to
cool down for at least 3 minutes after each jumpstart.
WARNING: Proper application
Do not use the appliance for any application except that
for which it is intended.
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WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation
When using tools or equipment, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal
injury. Improper operation, maintenance or modification
of equipment could result in serious injury and property
damage. We strongly recommend that this product NOT
be modified and/or used for any application other than for
which it was designed. Read and understand all warnings
and operating instructions before using any equipment.

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Precautions when working with
batteries
WARNING: Explosion, fire or burns
Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the
manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed.
1. Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.
2. Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or
batteries.
3. Be careful not to drop a metal object on the battery or allow a
metal 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.
4. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets,
necklaces, and watches when working with a lead-acid battery.
Alead-acid battery produces a short-circuit current high
enough to weld a ring or other similar objects to metal, causing
a severe burn.
5. If you need to remove a battery, always remove the positive
terminal from the battery first. Make sure all accessories are off
so you don’t cause an arc.
6. Someone should be within range of your voice, or close
enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid
battery.
7. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery
acid contacts skin, clothing, and eyes.
8. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid
touching your eyes while working near batteries.
9. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with
soap and water. If acid enters your eyes, immediately flood
them with running cold water for at least twenty minutes and
get medical attention immediately.
10. Keep a supply of baking soda on hand in the area of the
batteries. Baking soda neutralizes lead-acid battery electrolyte.

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Contents
1 • Introduction
About the Duracell®Powerpack Pro......................................1
Comprehensive protection...............................................1
Reverse polarity protection..............................................1
Over current protection....................................................1
Over voltage protection ...................................................1
2 • Features
Materials list ..........................................................................2
Duracell®Powerpack Pro features .......................................3
Right side detail ..............................................................3
Front panel detail ............................................................4
Left side detail..................................................................5
3 • Operation
Operating conditions and guidelines ....................................6
Choosing a location...............................................................6
Using the Duracell®Powerpack Pro for the first time ...........7
Charging/recharging with the AC cord ..................................8
Using the built-in light............................................................9
Using the USB ports .............................................................9
Operating AC appliances.....................................................10
Operating 12V DC appliances.............................................12
Jump-starting a vehicle’s engine.........................................14
Using the air compressor.....................................................16
Inflating tires........................................................................17
Inflating small sports equipment..........................................17
Connecting to an external battery........................................18

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4 • Maintenance
Battery maintenance............................................................20
Recharging the Duracell®Powerpack Pro battery...............21
Recharging with the AC cord...............................................21
Recycling ............................................................................22
5 • Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting reference...................................................23
A • User Reference
Charging/operating electronics using Powerpack Pro:
typical charges/run times...............................................25
Inflating tires/sports equipment: typical air pressures..........25
B • Specifications
Electrical specifications .......................................................26
Physical specifications.........................................................27
C • Warranty and Return Information
Quality guarantee................................................................28
Contacting customer support...............................................28
Two year warranty...............................................................29
Disclaimer of warranty ...................................................30
Limitation of liability........................................................30

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1 • Introduction
About the Duracell®Powerpack Pro
The Duracell Powerpack Pro is an ideal solution for
jumpstarting cars, boats, or other vehicles. It also inflates
tires, supplies portable AC , DC and USB power, and
provides a bright work light. Its highly visible reflective trim
serves as an additional night time safety feature.
The Duracell®Powerpack Pro:
• Powers 115 V AC appliances
• Powers 12V DC appliances
• Powers 5 V USB devices
• Jump starts vehicle engines
• Provides lighting for emergency use
• Inflates vehicle tires and small sports equipment
• Reflective trim provides high visibility at night
Comprehensive protection
Reverse polarity protection
The reverse polarity LED will light up when you connect the
wrong terminals. The reverse polarity alarm will also beep.
Over current protection
The built in charger protects against over current when it is
recharging.
Over voltage protection
The built in charger will shut off when the voltage reaches
the limit.

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2 • Features
Chapter 2 describes the main features of the Duracell®Powerpack
Pro. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with these fea-
tures before operating the unit.
Materials list
Your Duracell®Powerpack Pro package includes these items:
• Duracell®Powerpack Pro
• Owner’s guide
• AC cord
• Nozzle and needle adapters for the air compressor
• Built-in LED emergency light
If any of these materials are missing or are unsatisfactory in any
way, please contact Customer Service at [phone].

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Duracell®Powerpack Pro Features
Right side detail
Powerpack Pro
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Feature Description
1Front panel (full details on Page 4).
2Dual grounded 3-prong AC outlets run mobile devices and
small household tools/appliances.
3AC charging input connects to the AC cord to recharge the
Jumpstarter.
4Heat vent allows quick dissipation of excess heat.
5Jump starter on/off switch engages the jumpstart functionality.
6Positive jump starting clamp connects to the positive battery
terminal (see Page 15).
7Compressor pressure gauge shows PSI (air pressure) when
compressor is in use.
8Compressor on/off switch engages the air compressor.
9AC cord lets you recharge the Duracell®Powerpack Pro from
a standard AC wall outlet and can only be used to recharge the
internal battery of the Duracell®Powerpack Pro.
Not shown Nozzle packet contains two nozzle adapters and sports needle
adapter for inflating tires, sporting equipment and more.

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Front panel detail
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Feature Description
1DC power outlet powers 12V DC appliances.
2USB status LED illuminates when the USB ports are turned on.
3Dual USB ports charge two USB devices simultaneously.
4Battery status LED illuminates when the Duracell®Powerpack Pro is
charging (when an AC cord is connected to the Duracell®Powerpack Pro’s
AC cord input socket and plugged into the household (120 V AC) outlet.
5Battery level LEDs illuminate to indicate the Duracell®Powerpack Pro
battery charge level:
• Fully charged: All LEDs (two green, one yellow and one red) are
illuminated when the battery is full
• Completely discharged: Only the red LED is illuminated when the
battery is completely empty.
6USB On/Off switch triggers power to the dual USB ports.
7Battery level button triggers the Battery Level Full/Empty LED indicators.
Press to view the battery charge status.
8AC On/Off switch triggers power to the two AC outlets.
9Power fault LED indicates when the Powerpack’s internal inverter is not
functioning properly.
10 “Clamps Reversed” LED illuminates when the jump-starting clamps are
improperly connected to the vehicle battery.

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Left side detail
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Feature Description
1Air compressor nozzle/hose fills tires, sports equipment, etc.
2LED emergency light on/off switch engages the LED light.
3Ultra-bright LED work/emergency light provides bright
illumination in an emergency.
4Negative jump starting clamp connects to metal part of car
(engine block, cylinder head, etc) for grounding during jump
starting (see Page 15).

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3 • Operation
►Operating conditions and guidelines
CAUTION
Read all operating instructions before operating the
Duracell®Powerpack Pro.
CAUTION
The Duracell®Powerpack Pro is not intended for use as a
UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply).
Important: The Duracell®Powerpack Pro is not suitable
for use with certain products and loads. See Precautions
on Page 24.
Visit www.DuracellPower.com for higher power solutions.
►Choosing a location
WARNING: Fire or explosion
The Duracell®Powerpack Pro contains components
that tend to produce arcs or sparks. To prevent fire or
explosion, do not operate the Duracell®Powerpack
Pro in compartments containing batteries or flammable
materials, or in locations that require ignition-protected
equipment.
The Duracell®Powerpack Pro should be operated only in
locations that meet these requirements:
Dry Do not allow water or other liquids to drop or
splash on the Duracell®Powerpack Pro.
Cool Ambient air temperature should be between
32º and 104ºF (0º and 40ºC) — the cooler
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Ventilated Leave at least 2” (5 cm) clearance around
the Duracell®Powerpack Pro for air flow.
Ensure that the ventilation openings are not
obstructed.
Safe Do not operate the unit in the same
compartment as batteries or in any
compartment capable of storing flammable
liquids like gasoline.
Protected from
battery gasses
Do not operate the Duracell®Powerpack
Pro where it will be exposed to battery
gases. These gases are very corrosive,
and prolonged exposure will damage the
Duracell® Powerpack Pro.
►Using the Duracell®Powerpack
Pro for the first time
Important: Prior to operating your 12V DC appliance,
ensure that the battery of the Duracell®Powerpack Pro
is fully charged. If the battery has been fully discharged,
recharging with the AC cord may take up to 24 hours.
Recharging with the AC cord is a true “plug-in-and-forget”
charging method. We recommend leaving the AC cord
connected when the Duracell®Powerpack Pro is not in use.
CAUTION
Do not operate DC appliances with the Duracell®
Powerpack Pro while the Duracell®Powerpack Pro is
being recharged with the AC cord. TheAC cord may
be permanently damaged if 12V DC appliances are
operated while the AC cord is connected.

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Charging / recharging with the AC cord
1. Disconnect any 12V DC appliances from the DC power
outlets.
2. Insert the AC cord end into the AC cord input socket
located below the front panel (see Page 3).
3. Plug the AC cord into a standard AC wall outlet. The
Battery Status LED changes from red to green when
charging is complete (about 24 hours if the battery is
completely discharged).
Important: The 24-hour charging time for the Duracell®
Powerpack Pro assumes that there is 120 V AC at the
AC wall outlet. If the voltage is less than 120 V AC, it may
take more than 24 hours to fully recharge the Duracell®
Powerpack Pro If, after 24 hours of charging, the Battery
Status LED remains red, continue to charge the unit for
another 12 hours. The unit will be ready for use even if
the Battery Status LED remains red.
Important: The Duracell®Powerpack Pro is not suitable
for use with certain products and loads. See Precautions
on Page 24.
Important: If you keep the Duracell®Powerpack Pro in
storage, the battery will discharge over time. Remember
to recharge the battery every three months to keep the
Duracell®Powerpack Pro operational.
Note: Once fully charged, the charging current
automatically reduces to a maintenance charge
mode, and the Duracell®Powerpack Pro may be left
permanently connected to the AC cord.

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Using the built-in light
The Duracell®Powerpack Pro has a
built-in light to illuminate a room in an
emergency, or to provide a safe, bright
work light on the roadside and in other
outdoor environments. This light can
be rotated up and down to focus the
illumination where it is needed.
To use the built-in light, first push the
“Emergency Light” button to turn on the
LED bulb, then gently swivel the lens up
and down to aim the light beam. After
use, push the “Emergency Light” button
again to turn off the light.
Using the USB ports
The dual USB ports provide up to 2.4 Amps of combined
power to charge cell phones, smartphones, iPhones and
iPads and other tablets. The ports can charge two devices
simultaneously.
To charge USB devices:
Connect your USB device (smartphone, tablet, etc.) to a
USB port using the USB cable supplied with your device,
then push the “USB On/Off” button. Charging will start and
up to 2.4 Amps of current can be supplied by the port(s).
The USB device controls the amount of current supplied.
The Powerpack Pro never “pushes” more than required by
the devices. Push the “On/Off” button when done.
Note: Please refer to the “User Reference” section on
Page 25 for examples of typical USB device charging
using the Powerpack Pro.
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►Operating AC Appliances
Understanding AC Appliances
AC appliances are rated by how much electrical power (in
watts) they consume. Your Duracell®Powerpack Pro can
power most appliances within its continuous power rating
(Powerpack Pro 300: 240 W, 2 A/ Powerpack Pro 600:
480 W, 2A).
Some appliances may be difficult or impossible to operate
from the Duracell®Powerpack Pro. They may have high
surge requirements or should not be run from the Duracell®
Powerpack Pro. See “High Surge Appliances” and “Trouble
Appliances” on page 11.
Run Time on Typical AC Appliances
Note: The fewer watts an AC appliance uses, the
longer the Duracell®Powerpack Pro will operate before
recharging is required.
Typical AC appliances that can be used on the Duracell®
Powerpack Pro are listed in Table 3-1.
High Surge Appliances
The wattage rating of AC appliances is the average power
used by the appliance. Appliances such as televisions and
appliances with motors consume much more power than
their average rating when they are first switched on.
Although the Duracell®Powerpack Pro can supply
momentary surge power up to 480 W, some appliances may
exceed the capabilities of the Duracell®Powerpack Pro and
trigger the safety overload shutdown circuit.
Note: Please refer to the “User Reference” section on
Page 25 for examples of typical AC device charging
using the Powerpack Pro.