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DC Power Panel
As shown in Figure 5 below, the DC Power Panel contains the DC
Power Socket, which provides 12 volts for operating automotive and
marine type products. The DC Power Socket also serves as the input
for recharging with either the AC Charger or DC Charging Cable. See
Section 7 for details.
IMPORTANT: The vents below the DC Power Socket should never
be covered or blocked when xPower1500 is used. These vents are
essential for maintaining optimal performance.
Figure 5 - DC Power Panel
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Disconnect the DC Charging Cable at both ends once xPower1500 is
fully charged or when your vehicle’s motor is not running. Do not
leave xPower1500 permanently connected to the vehicle’s lighter
socket or 12-volt accessory outlet.
CAUTION:
While xPower1500 is being recharged with the DC
Charging Cable from your vehicle, do not operate AC products
over 120 watts from its AC outlets.
Recharging with a Generator’s 12-Volt DC
Power Outlet
Recharging xPower1500 from a generator using the AC Charger is
possible, but could require extended generator running time before
xPower1500 is fully charged. Since many generators have an auxiliary
regulated 12-volt DC output designed for charging 12-volt batteries,
using this power source will result in a shorter recharge time. If the
generator has a cigarette lighter style socket for its 12-volt output,
follow the connection instructions above - Recharging From Your
Vehicle.
Most of xPower1500’s capacity will be restored in about 6 to 8 hours
when using a generator’s regulated 12-volt DC output. Level of
charge can be verified by checking the Battery Level Indicator 15
minutes after disconnecting the charging source.
CAUTION:
The generator output must be intended for battery
charging. An unregulated output or one that exceeds 15 volts
DC can damage the battery pack.
Recharging with a Solar Panel
A 12-volt solar panel rated to produce a maximum of 12 amps can be
used to charge xPower1500 via the DC Power Socket. Once the solar
panel’s DC plug is inserted into the DC Power Socket and the solar
panel is placed in the sun, xPower1500 will charge automatically just
as with the AC Charger. With direct sunlight, a typical 3 Amp solar
panel will charge xPower1500 in about 24 hours. If the solar panel
does not have a regulated output, disconnect it immediately after
xPower1500 is charged.
CAUTION:
A solar panel with an unregulated output left
connected after charging is complete, or one with an output that
exceeds 15 volts DC, can damage the battery pack.
ARTWORK FILM No. 445-0127-98-01 REV. 1 MAY 10/2001
