Xantrex Technology 1500 Portable Generator User Manual


 
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9. After the AC Charger is turned off or disconnected from an AC
outlet, the Recharge Indicator may continue to illuminate for a brief
period. This is normal and occurs because of the residual electrical
energy that is stored in the AC Charger’s circuitry.
Recharging from your Vehicle
Using the DC Charging Cable, XPower 1500 can be recharged as you
drive. Simply plug either end of the DC Charging Cable into XPower
1500’s DC Power Socket, and the other end into the vehicle’s cigarette
lighter socket or 12-volt accessory outlet. With the motor running, the
battery pack will be fully charged in 6 to 8 hours.
When using the DC Charging Cable there is no automatic charge
regulation; however, most vehicle voltage regulators will ensure XPower
1500 is not overcharged. This charging method must not be used with
vehicles having abnormally high voltage systems that operate above 15
volts DC.
Disconnect the DC Charging Cable at both ends once XPower 1500 is
fully charged or when your vehicle’s motor is not running. Do not leave
XPower 1500 permanently connected to the vehicle’s lighter socket or 12-
volt accessory outlet.
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Note: Battery Level Indicator readings will not be accurate until
the batteries have “rested” for 15 minutes after charging.
CAUTION: Equipment damage
While XPower 1500 is being recharged with the DC Charging Cable from your
vehicle, do not operate AC products over 120 watts from its AC outlets.