13
Television Interference
xPower1500 is shielded to minimize interference with TV signals.
In some cases, particularly with weak TV signals, some
interference may still be visible in the form of scrolling lines
across the screen. In this case, take the following corrective
measures:
1. Use an extension cord to position xPower1500 as far away as
possible from the television, antenna, and cables.
2. Adjust the orientation of xPower1500, television, antenna, and
cables to minimize interference.
3. Maximize TV signal strength by using a better antenna, and
ensure a shielded antenna cable is used.
4. Try a different TV. Different models of TV sets vary greatly in
their susceptibility to interference.
Battery Operating Times
Below are typical AC products that may be operated by xPower1500
with estimated operating times. See Section 8 for information about
connecting to an external battery to increase operating time.
Operating times will vary depending on the battery charge level and
the actual AC product being operated.
xPower1500 will not continuously operate AC products rated at more
than 1350 watts, such as air conditioners or motors over 12 amps.
(1) Represents actual power consumption as measured on sample products.
(2) Operating times assume a fully charged battery and may vary based on model/brand
used.
(3) Assumes continuous operation (send or receive).
(4) Assumes 40% duty cycle.
(5) Assumes continuous operation (blade engaged, but not cutting).
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6 Vehicle or Boat Engine Starting
Assistance
Jump-Starting Directly to the Battery
xPower1500 may be used to jump-start a 12-volt vehicle or small boat
engine using standard jump-start cables available from most auto
parts stores.
Jump-starting causes very high current surges and possible
sparking. Unless care is taken, the possibility of battery explosion
exists. Read the safety warnings in the beginning of this Owner’s
Guide before proceeding, then follow these instructions exactly.
Before proceeding, remove the Terminal Covers (rotate counter
clockwise) and place them in xPower1500’s Accessory Storage
Compartment.
WARNING: Connect only in the following order and make sure the
polarity is correct. The battery’s positive terminal is identified as
being larger in diameter than the negative terminal. In most vehicles it
has a red wire connected to it. Do not proceed until you are sure you
have identified the positive terminal.
1. Turn off the vehicle or boat ignition, and all accessories.
2. Engage the vehicle’s park or emergency brake and place the
transmission in park (automatic) or neutral (manual).
3. Purge the area where connections will be made of all fumes
before making any connections.
4. Position xPower1500 so that it is a convenient distance from the
battery that supplies power to the engine you wish to start, but
will not cause the jump-start cables to come in contact with any
moving parts of the engine. If helpful, remove xPower1500’s
handle to improve placement.
5. Connect the cable’s red positive (+) clamp to the positive (+)
terminal of the engine’s battery.
6. Making sure the cables are clear of the engine’s belts and fans,
take the other end of the jump-start cables and connect the red
positive (+) clamp to xPower1500’s positive High Power DC
Terminal (red).
7. As far from the battery as possible, connect the cable’s black
negative (-) clamp to the engine block, cylinder head, or other
stationary heavy metal part of the engine. Do not attach the
black negative clamp to the engine’s battery terminal.
ARTWORK FILM No. 445-0127-98-01 REV. 1 MAY 10/2001
