Blackfire PAC500 - Troubleshooting; Unit Operation and Charging Issues; Care and Storage; Support and Disposal

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CUSTOMER SERVICE
Blackre, INC.
8200 6th Street S.W. Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
1-877-572-4184
customerservice@blackre.com
www.blackre.com
CLEANING
Be sure that PAC500 is disconnected from all input power sources and output devices. Use a clean, dry, soft-lint-free cloth to wipe down the unit. Remove any
debris, dirt, or other blockages on both side vents. When cleaning debris from the side vents, do not allow the debris, dirt, or other blockages to enter the body of
PAC500.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.
Do not use use compressed air to clean side cooling vents,as this will force foreign particles into the internal circuitry.
To avoid the risk of electrical shock, DO NOT use metal objects to clean ports.
MAINTENANCE
Recharge as needed. There are no pre-designated intervals at which to recharge as long as the PAC500 is being used regularly. Avoid discharging completed on a
regular basis, as this can impact overall life.
Regularly inspect all ports and wall charger for any debris, dirt, damage and corrosion. DO NOT attempt to fix.
Regularly observe if the side vents are collecting dirt or dust, and clean following cleaning procedures noted in manual.
STORAGE
If storing for more than 1 month, charge completely before storage and recharge approximately every 3 months to avoid full discharge and possible damage.
Store indoors, in cool temperatures, mild humidity, and away from direct sunlight (See GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS section). Leaving in a vehicle or other confined spaces in
extreme hot temperatures can lead to decreased service life, overheating, and fire. Extreme cold conditions below specific storage range can also harm performance and service
life.
Keep away from corrosion chemicals and gases
After taking out of storage, visually inspect to make sure PAC500 and all accessories look satisfactory. This increase review the intake and exhaust side vents to ensure they are
clear of debris. Allow unit to return to ambient conditions before recharging, or charging other devices
.
WARRANTY
www.blackre.com/warranty
DISPOSAL / RECYCLE
Do not place equipment and its accessories in the trash. Items must be properly disposed of in accordance with local regulations. See www.epa.gov for additional information.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PAC500 WILL NOT CHARGE OR OPERATE CONNECTED DEVICES:
• Ensure that the output ports
6
,
7
, and/or
9
are activated by pressing the button
5
and/or
8
for the port(s) in use.
• Confirm the connected device is suitable for the PAC500 by reviewing the output specifications provided in the GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS section.
• Confirm the battery is charged by reviewing the charge level
A
. This may need to be displayed by pressing the INFO
12
or LIGHT
11
button.
• Verify whether a warning icon
E
,
F
,
G
,
H
is displayed on the LCD
2
.
PAC500 WILL NOT CHARGE:
• Verify that the Charging Indicator LED
4
is illuminated. If not, the AC charger being used may not be providing an output.
• Confirm that the charger's cord is inserted fully into the AC Charger Input.
• Confirm that the AC Wall Charger
14
is the charger provided with PAC500.
• If the input does not comply with the requirements located in the GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS section, the Low Input Voltage icon
H
may be displayed on LCD screen.
NOTE: The LCD display
2
will provide additional fault codes that can be reviewed in the FEATURE DETAILS section.