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Q. When I connect my laptop AC adaptor to the AC outlet an alarm sounds with two beeps, why is that?
A.
For some laptop adaptors the in-rush current can trigger the alarm and the internal inverter will protect
itself. The issue can be overcome by turning the Battery Box AC outlet on first (so green LED is lit), then
turning on the laptop and finally connecting the laptop adaptor to the laptop and Battery Box AC outlet.
Q. My 240V outlet keeps blowing the 30A fuse, why is that?
A.
The device you have plugged into the 240V outlet is unsuitable (could be too powerful) and has damaged
the internal inverter.
Q. Can I install the Battery Box into my vehicle as part of a dual battery installation?
A.
Yes you can however, you will need a dual battery wiring kit installed into your vehicle. We recommend
you get this kit installed by a qualified auto electrician. You can connect the dual battery wiring loom to the
Battery Box either via the external terminals or the Anderson socket. Please remember the main isolator
switch must be in the ‘on’ position. The Battery Box can be fixed into your vehicle using the accessory
mounting kit (Part no. APB20B - not included). The Battery Box cannot be mounted into the vehicle’s
engine bay.
Q. Can I charge the battery using solar panels?
A.
Yes you can as long as the main isolator switch is in the ‘on’ position. This type of charging is not controlled
by the on-board microprocessor since the charge current will flow direct to the battery via the main isolator
switch. If an external voltage regulator is not used there is a risk of overcharging and damaging the battery.
Q. Why is the time remaining value often different to the actual time taken?
A.
The predicted time remaining value is an estimate only. The time prediction is affected by many variables
such as temperature, battery age and battery type and it is impossible for it to be completely accurate but it
is a useful guide.
Q. Is it possible for the Battery Box to power a device if it is turned off at the control panel?
A.
Yes, it is, since the various output sockets are connected direct to the battery via the main isolator switch
and not via the smart charger. However it will not be possible to determine the battery voltage or the time
remaining if this is done.
Q. Can I use the Battery Box to jump start a car with a flat battery?
A.
Yes you can as long as the battery installed in the Battery Box is a cold cranking battery.
Q. My cigarette socket won’t provide power anymore, what is wrong?
A.
Check the 10A fuse under the lid. If the fuse is okay, turn the main isolator switch on and off. If this doesn’t
rectify the situation the battery may be flat.
Q. What is net watts?
A.
Is the amount of power either going into or drawn from the battery. If the Battery Box is charging and
powering a device at the same time the net watts will display the difference in power. For example if there is
+90W going into the battery and the Battery Box is powering a - 60W light then net watts is +30W.
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