Operating Instructions
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1. Operating Instructions Before operating this product please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference Contents Identifying the parts Powerpack mounting Connecting the battery Connecting the load Energy indicator Using the smart charger Dual battery system and solar panels FAQs 11 12 Identifying the parts Powerpack adaptor Stainless steel brackets 12V DC 10A accessory port with cover Charger input with cover LED condition charge indicator Battery isolator switch A CAUTION To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the adaptor to rain or moisture Page 1 10 11 12 Positive high current terminal Positive terminal cover Carry handle Negative terminal cover Negative high current terminal Ventilation fan 17 Internal battery securing strap 18 Base 19 Latches 13 Accessory port 10A fuse 14 Lid 15 Negative battery cable black 16 Positive battery cable red 2 2 D E a O a am eae 9 KES A CAUTION A For your own safety do not remove internal c2. the battery is charging e Always turn the Powerpack isolator switch in off position when the battery is not in use Australian Innovation Patent No 2003100766 Australian Patent No 2003258369 Canadian Patent No 2538378 United States Patent No 7573229 United States Design Patent No D495994 Canadian Registered Design No 104258 European Registered Design No 000076799 0001
3. The Powerpack can accept up to 130Ah battery How long will it last Depends on the overall current draw we tested the Powerpack fitted with a 130Ah battery and it ran a 40L Waeco fridge for up to 6 days What is the built in charger The built in charger is a 1 5amp smartcharger designed to charge condition and maintain the battery over prolonged periods of time This charger works from 240V mains power only What types of batteries are compatible with the Powerpack The Powerpack can accept Lead Acid GEL Calcium and AGM batteries Can I connect an inverter to the Powerpack Yes you can connect an inverter directly to the external terminals 7 11 you can also connect an inverter to the accessory port 3 as long as the inverter current draw from the Powerpack does not exceed 10A Can I charge from my vehicle s 12V outlet No there is no charge cable available to charge directly from your vehicle s 12V accessory outlet because the vehicle accessory socket has a 10A 15A fuse it is not a suitable power source for the Powerpack Can charge from Solar Panels Yes you can refer to charging the battery using solar panels page 11 Can I charge from my vehicle s alternator Yes you can charge from your vehicle s alternator by setting up the Powerpack as an auxiliary battery through a dual battery system this method charges the battery directly and bypasses the built in charger The Battery I
4. c off this indicates reverse polarity connection or a short in the battery Fasten the terminals securely Close the lid 14 and fasten the latches 19 Please note that your battery terminals position may differ from the illustrated view Turn over for illustration Page 4 Batteries can generate explosive gases ensure free air flow around the Powerpack and tighten terminals securely Page 5 Connecting the load There are two output connection options The positive and negative high current terminals 7 11 or the accessory port 3 Both the high current terminals 7 11 amp the accesssory port 3 can be disconnected by the battery isolator switch 6 Note a battery is a high current device For your safety never connect a device or load to the high current terminals 7 11 without turning the battery isolator switch 6 to the off position QT connect a device or load to the Powerpack high current terminals 7 11 undo red and black wing nuts Note do not remove powerpack terminal washers Washers must be below the terminals Connect positive cable red of the device to the positive Powerpack high current terminal 7 and tighten red wing nut securely 3 Connect negative cable black of the device to the n
5. egative Powerpack high current terminal 11 and tighten black wing nut securely Turn the isolator switch 6 to the on position when current is required The accessory port 3 is protected by a 10A replaceable fuse 13 Should this fuse fail turn battery isolator switch 6 to the off position amp replace fuse The isolation switch has a removable key for extra security Turn over for illustration Page 6 A CAUTION A Always check polarity when connecting to Powerpack Incorrect termination may cause damage Terminals SS T _ Washers D Accessory 12V plug Removable isolator key Page 7 Energy indicator The Powerpack is fitted with advanced electronics to monitor the energy level at all times The battery energy level can be monitored via the LED condition charge indicator 5 To view the battery condition charge level press amp hold down the press to test button 20 Battery condition charge display CONDITIONING CHARGING PRESS TO TEST Page 8 O Using smartcharge The Powerpack smart charge is based upon an advanced software program that monitors your battery Smart charge will select from the following auto charge cycles to optimise your battery s performance The auto char
6. ge cycles are as follows Charge Recovers a flat battery to a peak voltage Charges the battery until it reaches 12 5V lt lf reaches 12 5V will proceed to bulk xX If fails to reach 12 5V after a period of 125 hours Will proceed to conditioning Conditioning indicator will flash 5 secs on 2 secs off this indicates that your battery is very weak or may have a faulty cell You can decided to repeat charge cycle by pulling out and replacing the power adaptor 1 or check battery with your supplier Bulk Tops up battery for extra capacity Raises battery voltage to 13 8V If reaches 13 8V will proceed to boosting x If fails to reach 13 8V after a period of 125 hours of charging time will move to conditioning Boosting Peak charge for maximum performance battery charge is maintained at 13 8V for 5 hours to boost the battery then proceeds to rest Page 9 Resting Allows the battery to consolidate after boosting Charger ceases charging to allow the battery to rest while allowing voltage to normalize at 12 8V Then proceeds to conditioning Conditioning Maintains performance and prolong battery life Battery charge is maintained at 12 8V at 0 1A the battery is continually monitored and the charging current is automatically adjusted to maintain battery voltage at 12 8V for a period of 500 hours then proceeds to re waken Q Re waken Exercising the battery and avoiding sulphation build
7. overs as these are non servicable parts Page 2 Powerpack mounting It is recommended that the Powerpack be securely mounted with the supplied quick release mounting brackets Place the Powerpack in a suitable location with adequate air ventilation and easy access Mark bracket mounting holes as indicated then fasten mounting brackets securely with screws provided Locate Powerpack between brackets slide bracket tongue into Powerpack cavity and tighten screws securely DO NOT BLOCK AIR FLOW SS B coo 32mm Page 3 Connecting the battery The Powerpack is suitable for most 12V DC batteries we recommend AGM sealed batteries Powerpack internal dimension 330mm L x 180mm W x 240mm H External dimension 360mm L x 240mm W x 320mm H Place the battery into the Powerpack base 18 and fasten via the internal battery securing strap 17 If the battery is small in size we suggest to pack suitable foam around the battery to stop battery movement Ensure Powerpack switch isolator 6 lis in the off position and the Powerpack adaptor 1 is not connected connect the positive red cable 16 to the positive battery terminal post and the negative black cable 15 to the negative battery terminal post If the charging and conditioning LED flashes 1 sec on 1 se
8. solator must be in the on position Can charge from a generator Yes you can charge from a generator using the 240V adaptor 1 or if the generator has charging leads you can connect them to the external terminals on the Powerpack Can I charge and use the Powerpack at the same time When charging with the built in charger it is not recommended to charge and use the Powerpack at the same time If you are charging from Solar panels or from your vehicle you can charge and use the Powerpack at the same time because you are bypassing the built in charger Can jumpstart vehicles with the Powerpack Yes you can jumpstart from the Powerpack only if the battery you place in the Powerpack has high cold cranking amps which are designed to start vehicles Q How long will the Powerpack take to charge my battery A It depends on the battery size and how much charge it has For a completely flat 100AHr battery the Powerpack will take about 3 days To calculate the charge time in hours for a flat battery divide the battery size Ahr by 1 5 For example 100ahr 1 5 66 66 hours or 2 77 days Page 12 Important Please read e Ensure Powerpack isolator switch is in the off position while the battery is charging except when charging through the external terminals e Keep clear of naked flame spark or conductive material while the battery is charging e Ensure that the Powerpack ventilation fan is operating while
9. up After 500 hours of conditioning the charger cycle will automatically return to step charging Note at any time you can reset auto charge cycle by removing amp replacing Powerpack adaptor 1 depending on the size amp condition of your battery charge times may vary Di ED Page 10 Installing the Powerpack as part of a Dual Battery System The Powerpack can be used in a dual battery set up The best method to do this is to connect the Powerpack to a dual battery wiring loom not supplied using the positive negative external terminals 7 11 Note Using these methods the smart charge system is bypassed so the Powerpack cannot control the charging voltage A voltage sensitive relay solenoid must be used to ensure priority is given to charging the vehicle s main starting battery The main isolator switch on the Powerpack must be switched on See FAQs for more information Charging the Battery using Solar Panels not supplied You can charge the battery via the external terminals using a solar panel array To do this the isolator switch must be in the on position The smart charge PCB will be bypassed with this configuration so there will be no control over battery voltage If the battery is overcharged it may caused permanent damage It is recommended to use an external voltage regulator not supplied when using solar panels Page 11 FAQs What size battery can it take
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