Q. Can I use the minigorilla straight away without charging?
A. Yes, the minigorilla comes 60% pre charged so is ‘ready to use
out of the box’.
Q. What are connector tips?
A. Connector tips are attachments to make the minigorilla
compatible with various devices.
Q. What if I can’t find the right tip?
A. Please refer to www.powertraveller.com
Q. Why does the minigorilla auto shut down?
A. This can be for various reasons:
1. Device is fully charged or minigorilla not in use.
2. The minigorilla has run out of power and needs recharging.
3. The minigorilla has detected one of the safety features.
Q. I have a Mac laptop/notebook. Is it compatible with
the minigorilla?
A: Yes, providing you have a MagSafe connector.
Q. I have a MacBook Air. Is it compatible with the minigorilla?
A. Yes, providing you have a MagSafe Airline Adaptor. (Select 19v)
Q. Where can I buy a MagSafe Airline Adaptor?
A. www.apple.com
Q: I have a MacBook Air. Is it compatible with the minigorilla?
A: Yes, providing you have a Magsafe Airline Adaptor. Select 16v
on the minigorilla – if the LCD screen flickers on the minigorilla,
please switch off and reselect 19v.
Q. Can I use my device while charging the minigorilla?
A The AC charger supplied with the minigorilla is 9v. You can
simultaneously charge the minigorilla and your device from the
mains as long as your device will accept 9v. minigorilla may shut
down if it detects voltage incompatibility. However, charging the
minigorilla and other devices via the 5v USB port – mobile, iPod,
MP3/MP4 etc – is possible.
Q. How much extra time will the minigorilla give me on my netbook?
A. minigorilla can add up to 6 hours of power to your netbook
(depending on netbook specification)
Q. How long does it take to charge the minigorilla?
A. Between 5 – 6 hours.
Q. Can I charge the minigorilla via the USB?
A. No, the USB uses a standard 5v which is not sufficient to power or
charge the minigorilla.
Q. What do the symbols on the LCD screen mean?
A.
Q. Does the minigorilla automatically recognise the voltage my device
requires?
A. No, you have to select the correct voltage before connecting and
turning your netbook on. The minigorilla will remember the voltage
that was last selected though.
Q. How do I know what voltage my device requires to make it
compatible with the minigorilla?
A. This can be found on the transformer of the AC adaptor supplied
with your netbook or in your netbook/device’s user guide.
Q. What happens if I select the incorrect voltage?
A. The minigorilla will not work to its optimum performance and the
device may be damaged.
Q. I have heard of the solargorilla. What is the solargorilla?
A. The solargorilla is a powerful solar panel capable of charging the
minigorilla and other devices. Perfect for life on the go! For further
information and to purchase please refer to www.powertravaller.com
If you have any further queries that are not covered in this manual,
please email us at:info@powertraveller.com
Troubleshooting (Questions and Answers)
WARNINGS:This manual contains important safety and operating
instructions for your minigorilla. Please read this section carefully to
reduce the risk of personal injury and pay attention to the following:
1. Please follow the procedures from the User Manual when setting
up the device.
2. The minigorilla is suitable for Netbooks, some digital cameras,
iPods, MP3/MP4’s, hand held gaming devices, mobile/cell phones,
PDA’s, satellite navigators and other digital devices. Please refer
to www.powertraveller.com for an updated list of devices.
3. Only use the minigorilla authentic tips provided in the pack.
Using other manufactures accessories may result in the risk of
fire or damage to the unit or associated products. To purchase
connector tips, should you loose / damage the ones provided
please visit www.powertraveller.com
4. The tips are uniquely designed. If a tip does not fit in the
appropriate socket, then this indicates that a mismatch has
occurred. Please refer to the User Manual.
Do not force the tip into the Netbook as it may damage both the
power adaptor and Netbook.
5. Do not open the device or make any attempt to disassemble or
modify the device, as this will invalidate the warranty / guarantee.
This may also result in the risk of fire, personal injury, or damage to
personal property.
Although the product incorporates a multiple-protection circuit, to be
absolutely certain of its safe use, please note the following:
1. Avoid placing product in direct sunlight. Avoid operating in
an environment exceeding 40º to prevent activation of the
temperature shut down protection circuit.
2. Avoid operating in temperatures below 0º to prevent the power
supply efficiency from declining.
3. Avoid operating in wet / high moisture conditions.
4. The minigorilla has been designed to lift the underbody 1mm
from the surface and drop the top 1mm to assist with temperature
control. For optimal temperature regulation and for personal safety
do not cover or smother the minigorilla.
5. Fully remove from the neoprene zip case before using.
6. Do not operate this power adaptor with damaged input or output
cords or plugs.
7. Do not open the device or make any attempt to disassemble
or modify the device as this will invalidate the warranty. This
may also result in the risk of fire, personal injury or damage
to personal property. Please refer to the user guide for full
operating instructions.
8. The warranty will be invalidated if the product is damaged due to
water / liquid, fire or hard impact.
9. Keep out of the reach of children at all times. Small parts can
cause choking if swallowed.
10. Please complete the enclosed warranty form and return to
Powertraveller. We cannot accept any responsibility for warranty’s
not returned.
11. The information contained in this user manual is, to the best of
our knowledge, true and accurate at the time of publication and is
provided for information purposes only. Powertraveller accepts no
liability for any loss or damage arising as a result of use or reliance
on this information.
Important general information Important safety precautions
USB
Only selected voltage of charge
is displayed
Bars indicator shows remaining
charge in minigorilla
Battery indicator flashes,
indicating that minigorilla
requires charging
