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Thank you very much for choosing an NPower™ product. For future reference, please 
complete the owner’s record below: 

            Model: _______________          Purchase Date: _______________ 

Save  the  receipt,  warranty  and  these  instructions.  It  is  important  that  you  read  the  entire 
manual to become familiar with this product before you begin using it.   

 

This item is designed for certain applications only. The distributor cannot be responsible for 
issues  arising  from  modification.  We  strongly  recommend  this  item  not  be  modified  and/or 
used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions 
relative to a particular application, DO NOT use this product until you have first contacted the 
distributor to determine if it can or should be performed on the product. 
 
For technical questions please call 

1-800-222-5381

 

INTENDED USE 

Easy-to-use and designed for years of reliable service, the NPower Backup Power System 
offers high-performance protection for your home electronics and appliances. It provides 
abundant battery backup power, allowing you to keep your equipment working through 
medium and extended length power outages. 

SPECIFICATIONS 

Output specifications 

Output power (max. continuous) 

320 W 

Output power (5 minutes) 

400 W 

AC surge capacity (peak): 

640 W 

Output voltage (nominal) 

120 V AC 

Output frequency 

60 Hz ± 1 Hz 

Output wave form 

Modified sine wave 

Surge suppression 

Yes 

Inverter on (no-load current draw)  <0.6 A (battery drain) 
Charging time 

25 hours from 120 V AC 

USB output power 

5V 500mA   

 

12V DC Specifications   

Internal battery type 

Sealed lead acid, AGM 

Internal battery capacity   

40 Ah (2

×

20 Ah batteries) 

Internal battery voltage 

12 V DC (nominal) 

Low battery alarm 

11.5 ± 0.3 V (nominal) 

Low battery shutdown 

10.5 V ± 0.3 V (nominal) 

Internal charger charging current  2 A DC maximum 
 

General Specifications 

Operating/Storage temperature  32°-86°F (0°-30°C)/32°-104°F (0°-40

Note:

 Specifications are subject to change without notice.   

Summary of Contents for 14714

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual WARNING Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serio...

Page 2: ...for years of reliable service the NPower Backup Power System offers high performance protection for your home electronics and appliances It provides abundant battery backup power allowing you to keep...

Page 3: ...IONS Note Upon purchase immediately charge unit for at least 48 hours To guarantee maximum device performance and lifespan it is recommended to charge the unit after each use and once every 90 days Di...

Page 4: ...de Refer servicing to qualified service personnel WARNING Shock and burn hazard A battery can present a risk of electrical shock or burn from high short circuit current CAUTION Risk of damage to the B...

Page 5: ...es Baking soda neutralizes lead acid battery electrolytes Caution Equipment damage When unit is supplying backup power from its batteries its output is a non sinusoidal modified sine wave which is dif...

Page 6: ...and the five AC outlets When the unit is on it simultaneously can charge itself and provide backup power while connected to the utility NOTE when the unit is turned off it will not provide power thro...

Page 7: ...ted and utility power is present the outlets will be energized The front panel ON OFF button will not turn these outlets off Important Unit should only be used and stored in a temperature controlled i...

Page 8: ...stored the unit automatically recharges its internal battery Important When connected to utility power the unit automatically provides AC power from its internal battery when the utility voltage falls...

Page 9: ...No sound Not applicable Screen shows FUL when unit is completely charged AC power capabilities The Backup Power System is designed to manage loads up to 400W and extended backup power to loads with to...

Page 10: ...tions will allow you to maximize your backup power run time Use Instead of Inkjet printer Laser printer Laptop or desktop computer with LCD monitor Desktop computer with CRT monitor Activate energy sa...

Page 11: ...The Backup Power System has overheated due to poor ventilation excessive ambient temperature or power demand beyond the unit s five minute output power capability Disconnect products from the AC outl...

Page 12: ...ssary If the unit is left on it restarts automatically when the unit cools down Backup Power System shuts down when all available battery power has been used Allow the unit to recharge for 15 hours be...

Page 13: ...mproper use Northern Tool Equipment will repair or replace the defective product free of charge Proof of purchase may be required Warranty term is not extended if Northern Tool Equipment repairs or re...

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