Xantrex Technology 250 Power Supply User Manual


 
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4 Indicators, Controls and Connectors
Refer to Figure 1 in Section 3.1 and in Figure 2 below for the location of items
described in this section.
4.1 Battery Level Indicators
The Battery Level Indicators show the state of charge of the
internal battery. Its function is similar to the fuel gauge in a car.
When pressing and holding the Battery Status Button, one or
more of the four lights will illuminate, showing the approximate
amount of charge remaining in the battery. Figure 3 shows the
function of each light:
When the battery is fully charged, all four lights will illuminate.
When discharged (empty), only the red light will illuminate and
the battery must be recharged promptly. Figure 3 shows the
battery is approximately ¾ full.
Battery condition is indicated most accurately when the battery
has been unused for 15 minutes. Pressing the Battery Status
Button while supplying power to an AC or DC product may
result in false battery charge level reading.
4.2 Recharge Indicator
The Recharge Indicator operates only when the battery is
being recharged through the Charger Input Socket. It will not
operate when other charging methods are used. When
Figure 2 - Portable Power 250s Display Panel
Figure 3