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Page 1: ... 4Patriots User Manual Patriot Power Generator 1800 ...

Page 2: ... liability for losses damages costs or expenses whether special direct indirect consequential or coincidental which might arise out of the use of such information The use of any such information will be entirely at the user s risk C Cannot guarantee the accurate translation of this manual into languages other than English Approved 4Patriots content is contained within the English language version ...

Page 3: ...TENTS 7 ABOUT THE PATRIOT POWER GENERATOR 8 SYMBOLS AND TERMS 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 10 GETTING STARTED 11 UNIT OVERVIEW 17 TROUBLESHOOTING FAQ 28 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 30 MANUFACTURER WARRANTY INFORMATION ...

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Page 5: ...y cause personal injury or damage 6 Battery chemicals cause serious burns Never allow battery chemicals into contact with skin eyes or mouth If this item leaks battery chemicals use rubber or neoprene gloves to dispose of the leaked chemicals If skin is exposed to battery fluids wash with soap and water and rinse with vinegar If eyes are exposed to battery chemicals immediately flush with water fo...

Page 6: ...6 6 Before using this unit please read ALL instructions and information in this user manual ...

Page 7: ...environment It s even safe enough to use indoors QUIET The protected lithium core produces wattage without the loud continuous sound made by other gas or diesel generator engines RENEWABLE Powered and replenished by natural resources such as the sun wind and water as well as mechanical devices Unit retains charge for one year but you should charge your unit every 3 6 months for optimal long term c...

Page 8: ...MPORTANT TERMS The following terms are helpful for you to know and are used in this guide Term Definition A Ampere or Amp Ah Amp hour AC Alternating Current DC Direct Current Hz Hertz kW Kilowatt one thousand Watts kWh Kilowatt hour LED Light Emitting Diode mA Milliampere one thousandth of an ampere PV Photovoltaic VAC Volts AC VDC Volts DC W Watts Wh Watt hour ADDITIONAL INFORMATION You can find ...

Page 9: ...her particles from entering the generator Such particles present a fire hazard You may simultaneously connect up to 2 DC loads and up to 2 AC loads within the parameters enforced by the limits on page 29 To reduce the risk of electrical shock while cleaning the unit disconnect all inputs and power down the generator using the main power button on the back of the unit SWITCHING OFF ALL POWER DISCHA...

Page 10: ...lows appliance motors to operate more efficiently and at cooler temperatures Be sure to carefully read this user manual Even though your Patriot Power Generator has many advanced built in safety features it is still important to take some time to become familiar with the Safety Instructions on Page 9 of this guide before operation If you still have any questions please contact our support team See...

Page 11: ... will remain depressed and illuminated with a blue light in the on position Push the main power button again to power down the unit The button will not remain depressed in the off position When the generator is not in use turn the unit off Verify that the LCD screen is off to ensure that the unit is completely powered down You should always be close enough to your unit to monitor its function Stay...

Page 12: ...12 PATRIOT POWER GENERATOR INTERFACE ...

Page 13: ...DC cigarette lighter outlet 10A 5 12 VDC Anderson Powerpole outlets 20A 6 USB outlets 7 USB power switch and LED indicator 8 Front panel air vents DO NOT OBSTRUCT 9 Ventilation fan DO NOT OBSTRUCT 10 Master power button 11 12 VDC Anderson Powerpole charging inputs 12 100V 240V AC charging input ...

Page 14: ...e cells to settle If you notice the battery indicator drop down to 5 bars reset the unit by pressing the main power button so the unit is off and then again to power the unit back on 5 When your unit is fully charged turn the unit off Then remove the plug from the wall and back of generator Never leave your unit unattended while it is charging Never let your charge via AC for more than five hours ...

Page 15: ...appear when the unit is fully charged 5 Once the unit is fully charged wait 10 15 minutes for the cells to settle If you notice the battery indicator drop down to 5 bars reset the unit by pressing the main power button so the unit is off and then again to power the unit back on This will turn the charger back on so that it can fill up the balanced cells 6 When your unit is fully charged turn the u...

Page 16: ...d is damaged replace with a new cord before proceeding with DC usage request replacements via Contact Information on pg 2 How you use the DC Anderson Powerpole outlets see E depends on the amperage of your chosen load For loads between 0 and 15 amps you can use an Anderson Powerpole extension cord First plug the extension cord into the desired device Then plug the other end of the extension cord i...

Page 17: ...to function at its highest ability it must be charged after being used and must not be abused misused or damaged Please ensure all of these conditions are met Should you encounter further trouble please contact our customer service department see Contact Information on page 2 2 I used the Patriot Power Generator once and now it won t charge when I plug it into the wall The Patriot Power Generator ...

Page 18: ...o be recharged Think of the Patriot Power Generator as a glass and energy as water When you drink water from a glass it does not refill itself You have to refill it if you want it to hold more water If the Patriot Power Generator will not function after you have followed these steps contact customer support see Contact Information page 2 4 My Patriot Power Generator battery doesn t last as long as...

Page 19: ...y accurate and run times may vary from the mathematical ideal To extend the life of your Patriot Power Generator battery consider using more energy efficient devices or connecting it to solar panels during use 5 How do I know when my Patriot Power Generator is fully charged To calculate how long it will take to fully charge the Patriot Power Generator from empty use this formula Capacity of the ge...

Page 20: ...ther conditions and physical placement of the panel If you know the amps divide 60 amp hours the full Ah capacity of the battery by that number and you will know how many hours it should take the Patriot Power Generator to charge again with 3 30 percent accuracy Let the Patriot Power Generator charge for the estimated time When the lightning symbol disappears and the battery charge bar symbol indi...

Page 21: ...the battery status bar shows there is no power left Doing so will cause damage to the unit and will void your warranty If you have a device such as a laptop computer with AC 120V power cable connected to the Patriot Power Generator and are using the device as it charges the generator battery will drain more quickly To prolong the usable life of your devices on the battery turn them off while they ...

Page 22: ...he solar panel will not produce an adequate charge if it is Not pointed toward the sun Placed behind a window 30 70 percent less efficient depending on window type Used indoors Positioned in shade Not connected to the Patriot Power Generator either directly or by using an approved extension cable Used with an unapproved or excessively long extension cable Please make sure the main power button is ...

Page 23: ...s governed and controlled with technology such as a solar charge controller you cannot be assured of the results when charging with solar panels batteries or other electronic components Solar panels only produce electricity with the presence of sunlight When a solar panel is not exposed to sun or is connected to a battery without a solar charge controller the electricity in the battery will flow b...

Page 24: ... interior of the Patriot Power Generator Do not use the Patriot Power Generator again and contact customer service for repair or replacement see Contact Information on page 2 13 The Patriot Power Generator will not run my microwave after I used it to watch TV The Patriot Power Generator has a battery capacity of 768 watt hours After a device has used 500 watt hours of the battery another device wi...

Page 25: ...n energy conservation and heat output while enjoying your entertainment See question 16 for additional information 16 My Patriot Power Generator got wet and now will not turn on It is possible to damage the Patriot Power Generator when it is used improperly or in harsh conditions If your Patriot Power Generator is submerged in water do not turn it on or touch it The Patriot Power Generator contain...

Page 26: ...r Generator to 100 solar panels that each have an output of 4 amps 12V and the system would only accept 10 amps 12V of the 400 amps 12V that are available Attempting to concentrate 400 amps 400 amps 12V into an insufficient cable diameter i e the diameter of the cables that connect to the Patriot Power Generator will result in a severe risk of overheating electrical shock and possibly death The Pa...

Page 27: ...27 NOTES This page intentionally left blank for customer notes ...

Page 28: ...rs BATTERY Lithium Iron Phosphate Based Chemistry LFP 60Ah 768 Wh capacity 12V capacity Rated for 2 500 charge and discharge cycles Minimum Charge Time 3 5 Hours Charge Retention 1 Year 80 Integrated Inverter 120V AC pure sine wave 1 800W continuous output slow start feature protects the inverter from over current draw Maximum of 20A 12V AC charging current from AC or DC circuitry Maximum AC curre...

Page 29: ... ON OFF switch on front of unit DC USB power ON OFF switch on front of unit INPUT PORTS AC 110V 240V 50 60Hz DC Anderson Powerpole connector ports 1 set total of 20A limit using 12V input OUTPUT PORTS AC 110V 120V 50 60Hz 2 outlets share a combined total current limit of 1 800W including a slow start feature that protects the inverter from over current draw DC 4 USB outlets 8 4A max 4 ports 2 1A D...

Page 30: ...gligence Damage caused through excessive wear and tear Cosmetic blemishes scratches or dents caused through the course of regular use Damage caused by use of the unit with unsafe unregulated or inappropriate products devices power sources or power consumption Damage resulting from use of the product for anything other than what it is intended for This warranty does not cover damage caused when the...

Page 31: ...able upon request we will not be responsible for any warranty service 5 Any returned unit must be packaged safely and labeled clearly Any damage caused by poor packaging when returning the unit is the responsibility of the customer and may void the warranty 6 Customers should keep a record of the serial number of any unit sent in for replacement To facilitate the return process clearly write the s...

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