The POWERGEN 500 is a gasless lithium generator and battery charger designed for touring and portable power needs. It functions as a versatile power station, providing AC and DC outputs, USB charging, and car battery charging capabilities.
Function Description:
The POWERGEN 500 serves as a portable power source, capable of delivering 800W of AC power (pure sine wave) and various DC outputs, including 12V for cigarette sockets, USB-C (up to 100W), USB-A (QC3.0, up to 18W), and 6V/12V DC ports. It is equipped with a Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery, known for its long life cycles. The device also features a car battery charging function for 6V and 12V Lead-acid, AGM, and Li-ion batteries, though it is explicitly stated NOT for vehicle jump starting. The unit incorporates a Battery Management System (BMS) for protection, including low battery protection. It can be recharged via AC/DC adapter, car charger cable, or solar panels (sold separately), and supports daisy-chain charging for additional POWERGEN units.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Product Dimensions: 6.54" x 10.55" x 8.86" (16.6 x 26.8 x 22.5 cm)
- Product Weight: 15.2 lbs (6.9kg)
- Battery Type: Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4)
- Pack Capacity: 512Wh (16V 32Ah / 12V 42Ah)
- Life Cycles: >1000 Cycles to 80% capacity
- Shelf Life: Charge every 3-6 months
- Management System: BMS, low battery protection
- Input Charging Port: 12V-39VDC 90W max.
- AC Inverter (output, pure sine wave): 110VAC 60Hz, 7.2A (800W)
- 12V Socket (cigarette, output): 12V, up to 10A (120W max.)
- USB-C Port (output): 5V 3A/9V 3A/12V 5A/15V 5A/20V 5A (100W max.)
- USB-A Port (output, QC3.0): 5V 3A/9V 2A/12V 1.5A (18W max.)
- 6V/12V DC Port (output): 6V 5A max., 12V 5A max
- Operating Temperature: 32° - 104°F (0° - 40°C)
- Storage Temperature: -4°F - 113°F (-20°C - 45°C)
- Charging Time: < 7 hours (by included AC/DC adapter)
Usage Features:
- LCD Display: Provides precise monitoring of charge/discharge rates, battery status, load information, temperature, and safety alerts.
- MODE Button: Toggles between power IN, power OUT, or CAR modes.
- SELECT Button: Used for selection in CAR mode.
- USB-A Output Ports (x4): Supports Quick Charge 3.0 for compatible devices, charging at 2X speed, or normal speed for other devices.
- USB-C Output Ports (x2): Delivers up to 100W for charging devices like MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Android phones.
- Power Button & LCD Display Screen ON/OFF & LED Power Indicator: Press once to turn on/off the unit. The LED indicator is blue when on, green and flashing when charging. The LCD enters sleep mode after five minutes of idle time.
- 12V Socket: Provides up to 10A for portable fridges, freezers, and other 12V car port devices.
- AC Power Button & AC Power Indicator: Press once to enable AC power output (indicator turns blue). Press again to turn off.
- Ventilation Fan: Automatically activates to prevent overheating when the device's temperature exceeds the optimal range.
- AC Output Sockets (x2): Provides 800W maximum AC power for 100V-120V devices such as laptops, electric drills, medical devices, LCD TVs, and mini refrigerators.
- Charging Input Port: For connecting the included AC/DC adapter, car charger cable, and solar charging cable (solar panels sold separately).
- Output Port for 6V/12V Battery Charging: Charges and maintains 6V and 12V Lead-acid, AGM, and Li-ion batteries for vehicles, boats, and lawn mowers. Car battery charging activates upon connecting the cable to battery terminals.
- CAR Modes (Car Battery Charging Modes): Automatically detected when car battery clamps are connected. Different battery types (STD, AGM, LI-ION) and charging rates (1A, 5A) can be manually selected.
- Test Mode: Helps determine if a connected battery is a discharged 12V battery or a fully charged 6V battery.
- PUSH Mode: Designed for charging deeply discharged batteries (0.5V to 3.75V). The unit will charge at 0.5A until the voltage exceeds 3.75V, then switch to the selected charge mode.
- REPAIR Mode: A battery recovery mode for 12V LEAD-ACID BATTERIES ONLY, designed to repair and restore damaged, stratified, and sulphated batteries. The process can take one to four hours, and if successful, the battery will be charged in 12V 5A mode.
- Output / Input / Car Battery Charging Mode Indicator: Shows the current status on the LCD display.
- Current AC Output Indicator: Displays current AC power output level in watts.
- Current DC Input / Output Indicator: Displays current DC power input/output level in watts.
- Reverse Polarity Indicator: Pops up and flashes in red on the LCD if car battery clamps are wrongly connected.
- Low Temperature Indicator: Indicates if the battery temperature is too low (below 32°F for charging, below -4°F for discharging), stopping all functions until the temperature is within the working range.
- Overheat Indicator: Indicates if the battery temperature is too high (above 113°F for charging, above 158°F for discharging), stopping all functions until the temperature is within the working range.
- Overload Indicator: Pops up and flashes if AC output exceeds 820W or total output exceeds 1020W. If AC output reaches 850W or total output reaches 1050W for 2 seconds, AC outlets turn off. Other ports continue to work. The unit will shut down automatically if power output from DC, AC sockets, car power outlets, and car battery charger exceeds maximum.
- Low Car Battery Voltage Indicator: Pops up and flashes when the vehicle's battery voltage is too low (0.5-3.75V) when connected.
Maintenance Features:
- Cleaning: Unplug the product and clean with a damp cloth using only mild cleaning agents. Avoid solvents or corrosive chemicals.
- Storage: For extended periods of non-use, unplug and store in a dry, dust-free location, out of reach of children.
- Battery Shelf Life: Charge every 3-6 months to maintain battery health.
- Servicing: Do not disassemble the product; take it to a qualified service person for repair. Servicing should be performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts to ensure product safety.
- Ventilation: When charging the internal battery, work in a well-ventilated area and do not restrict ventilation.
- Battery Disposal: The battery is self-contained and not consumer replaceable. It must be disposed of properly. Contact toll-free 800-822-8837 for information on battery recycling.
- Transportation: For information regarding air travel safety with batteries, check http://phmsa.dot.gov/safetravel/batteries or contact your airline if traveling from a country outside the U.S.
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