Southwire 53251 Elite 300 Series Portable Power Station Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- Southwire
Table of Contents
53251 Elite 300 Series Portable Power Station
Instruction Manual
FONCTIONNEMENT et INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CHARGE FIRST!
Before reading through the manual, you can begin by charging your Southwire
Elite 300 Series. Just connect it to the power supply cord provided and plug
the unit into a wall socket.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| 296Wh
80Ah@3.7V| | Lithium-ion
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| LxWx H:
8.46 x 6.3 x 7.56 inch
215 x 160 x 192mm| | Temperature control
Surge protection
Short circuit protection
Over-current protection
Low-voltage protection
| 7.61 pounds/
3.45Kg| | Pure Sine Wave
| DC12-30V 3.78A| | >1000
| USB C Port
PD6OW x 1
5V 3A/9V 3A/12V
3A/15V 3A/20V 3A| | 32°F to 113°F
0°C to 45°C
| DC 12V 5Ax 2
Total 10A| | 14°F to 149°F -10°C to 65°C
| 120V
60Hz 300W| | FCC/CE/
PSE/RoHS
| USB A Port:
QC3.0 x 1
5V 2.4A x 2| | 24 Months
AUTO POWER-OFF SAFETY FUNCTION
This Product turns off automatically after specified minutes/hours of not
being connected.
| Model | AC Ports | DC Ports | USB Ports |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53251 | 30-45 Mins | 8 Hours | 8 Hours |
DISPLAY FEATURES
| LCD Screen
To turn the LCD Screen display on, press any of the output buttons once
(LED/DC/USB/AC).
Press desired output button again to turn the output power on. An output icon
will appear on the LCD Screen. Ensure you press the output button again to
turn off the power supply (this will help maintain battery level)
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| Power Level Percentage
Check the battery level by pressing any of the input buttons once. The LCD
Screen will turn on and show the battery level. If the battery is below 20%,
charge it before using it.
INPUT
OUTPUT| Power Input & Output (Watts)
If the Elite 300 total output exceeds 300 Watts, it will automatically shut
off. Please ensure the power consumption is less than 300 Watts, then press
the output button.
| Low Power Warning
When the remaining power is less than 10%, the battery level icon will blink
10 times.
| Low & High-Temperature Warning
The Elite 200 powers devices at a temperature range of 0°C – 45°C ( 32°F –
113°F).
If your working temperature is outside this range, the Southwire Elite 300
Series may work at reduced efficiency or stop working.
DC INPUT
All charging methods use the DC Input port. The exception is when using PD
for charging.
Connect your adapter first then plug it into the DC input of the Elite 300,
this will start charging the unit.
LCD DISPLAY
- The battery icon will show the remaining power level of the battery. The Battery icon will blink during the charging process and become solid once it is fully charged.
- Battery Level is shown in 5 segments, approximating 20%-40%-60%-80% and 100% capacity. As you use your Elite 300, segments will disappear from the display, indicating the remaining charge. When charging the battery segment will blink and indicate the current charge status. The battery icon will be solid once your Elite 300 is fully charged. Don’t forget to recharge the unit when the remaining power is less than 10%, the battery icon will blink 10 times.
- LCD Display shows the amount of power (Watts) your devices are using while plugged into the unit. Icons for all working ports will be shown on the bottom of the LCD screen. It will also show the hours of charging for the devices plugged in. If all ports are working at the same time, the Power and Time will be the total amount.
- Fan icon will appear on the LCD Display for two reasons:
a. When the AC outlet is selected, the fan automatically turns on as it is conducting a self-inspection of the unit. It will automatically stop after 2-3 seconds.
b. The fan will turn on automatically if the unit is overheating, and above the optimal working temperature (refer to technical specifications), it will stop once the unit cools down.
If you are working in conditions that create a short circuit, an alarm will sound.
Press the input button to re-activate the power station.
DIFFERENT CHARGING METHODS
| Car Charger About 4.5 Hours (Based on 120W DC Adapter)
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| Wall Charger About 4.5 Hours (Based on 72W AC Adapter)
| Solar Panels (Sold Separately) About 5 Hours (Depending on Weather, and
based on a 100W
Solar Panel)
| PD Charger (Cord Not Included) About 4.9 Hours (Based on a PD60W Charger )
| Generator (Sold Separately) About 4.5 hours
NOTE: To charge your unit faster, plug in the AC adapter and PD charger at the same time. The Elite 300 will be fully charged within 2.5 hours.
USING SOUTHWIRE ELITE 300 SERIES POWER STATION
HOW TO CHARGE YOUR ELITE 300:
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CHARGING WITH AC CHARGER
Using the AC Wall Charger cable (included in the box. Assemble two parts together), plug into a standard wall outlet first and then plug into DC Input on the unit. You will know the unit is charging when the battery icon on the LCD display starts to blink. The battery Icon has 5 segments and as the battery charges, the segments will slowly become solid when the unit is fully charged the battery icon will be solid. The battery percentage is also shown under the battery icon on the LCD display it shows what percentage the battery is charged. After the unit is fully charged, please unplug the AC wall charger from DC Input.
NOTE: The above also applies to charging the unit with an electric generator.
NOTE: The unit allows charging with the PD adapter and AC adapter at the same time. -
CHARGING WITH 12V CAR CHARGER
Using the car charger (included in the box), plug into a 12V socket (carport) in your vehicle, then connect to the unit. You will know the unit is charging when the battery icon on the LCD display starts to blink. The battery Icon has 5 segments and as the battery charges, the segments will slowly become solid when the unit is fully charged the battery icon will be solid. The battery percentage is also shown under the battery icon on the LCD display it shows what percentage the battery is charged.
NOTE: To avoid car battery power loss. Charging this unit through your 12V socket is only recommended when your car engine is started. -
CHARGING WITH PD CHARGER (CORD NOT INCLUDED)
This power station can support PD60W fast charging. Using the PD charger, connect to the type-C port marked PD60W on the unit. You will know the unit is charging when the battery icon on the LCD display starts to blink. The battery Icon has 5 segments and as the battery charges, the segments will slowly become solid when the unit is fully charged the battery icon will be solid. The battery percentage is also shown under the battery icon on the LCD display it shows what percentage the battery is charged.
NOTE: The unit allows charging with the PD adapter and AC adapter at the same time. -
CHARGING WITH SOLAR PANELS (SOLAR PANELS SOLD SEPARATELY)
Use the 4.0mm DC output plug to connect the solar panel to the unit. Ensure the solar panel is placed in direct sunlight as much as possible. Plug the solar panel into the input plug (DC 12-30V) on the front of the power station to start charging.
You will know the unit is charging when the battery icon on the LCD display starts to blink. The battery Icon has 5 segments and as the battery charges, the segments will slowly become solid when the unit is fully charged the battery icon will be solid. The battery percentage is also shown under the battery icon on the LCD display it shows what percentage the battery is charged.
NOTE: When solar recharging your power station, take note of the voltages
of the solar panels and do not exceed 30V. Individual solar panels or solar
panels chained in series more than 30V cannot be used with the power station
and can cause serious damage to the unit. We recommend using the Southwire
Elite Series 100-Watt Solar Panel with this unit.
POWERING YOUR DEVICES:
HOW TO POWER DC APPLIANCES WITH THE SOUTHWIRE ELITLE 300 SERIES:
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Connect the power cable plug of the electrical appliance to the USB outlets or 12V port of the unit.
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Press the “DC or USB ” button on the unit once to illuminate the LCD screen.
Press button again to turn the output on. You will hear a beep and see the DC or USB icon on the screen. -
The LED Display will display real-time wattage of the appliance.
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When finished, press “DC or USB” to turn the DC power off. (If there is no DC power output for 2 hours the DC power will automatically turn off.)
NOTE: If the total output exceeds the wattage output of the DC outlet, the power station will automatically shut off. Please ensure the power consumption is less than what the outlet is rated for before using the device.
QUICK CHARGE OUTPUT:
This product supports Type-C PD 60W output, compatible with 5 V/3 A, 9 V/3 A,
12 V/3 A ,15 V/3 A and 20 V/3 A smart devices. The actual output voltage and
current depend on the smart device being connected to the unit (please check
your device specifications)
HOW TO POWER AC APPLIANCES WITH THE SOUTHWIRE ELITE 300 SERIES:
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Connect the power cable plug of the electrical appliance to the AC outlet of the product.
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Press the “AC” button to turn on the unit once to Illuminate the LCD screen.
Press again to turn the AC power output on. You will hear a beep and see the AC icon on the screen. -
Turn the appliance on.
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The LED Display will display the real-time wattage of the appliance and run time.
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When finished, turn off the device, remove the power cable and press the “AC” button to turn the outlets off. (If you leave the AC Power button on it can drain the battery.)
NOTE: If the total output exceeds 300W, the power station will automatically shut off. Please ensure the power consumption is less than 300W, then press the AC
Power button.
WARNING: The AC outlets, AC voltage, and frequency are different. THIS
UNIT CAN NOT SUPPORT DEVICES MORE THAN 300W.
HOW TO USE THE FLASHLIGHT
- Press the LED button once to turn the light on
- Press the LED button again to make the light brighter
- Press the LED button a third time to turn on the SOS mode.
- Press the LED button a fourth time to turn the light off.
WARNING: Do not look directly into the light when turning it on.
Best-Use Strategy:
When charging your device with the Elite 300, pay attention to the LCD battery
display. If you plug in a device with a higher power requirement, the Elite
300 battery level may drop quickly, and you may not get exactly 296Wh of
energy.
When using the AC power output, the Elite 300 will convert the DC power from
the battery to the AC power required by your device. The Elite 300 has an
efficient inventor however, there is still some energy loss during the
conversion process.
You will not get the full rated capacity of the battery. If you are
experiencing shorter run times, you may want to check the power requirements
of your device. If you have any questions, please refer to TROUBLESHOOTING or
contact our customer service.
Cold Weather Usage:
Cold temperatures (below freezing) can affect the unit’s battery capacity due
to chemical characteristics of the battery. If you’ll be living off-grid in
sub-zero conditions, we recommend you keep your unit in an insulated cooler
and connected to a power source. The natural heat generated by the unit
contained in an insulated cooler will keep battery capacity at its highest.
WHAT THE SOUTHWIRE ELITE 300 SERIES CAN CHARGE
| Mini Fridge (60 W) Powers for 5 Hours| | LED light (5W) Powers for 60+
Hours
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| Laptop (50W) 6 Recharges| | 32′ LED TV (55W) Powers for 5 Hours
| Phone (10W) 30 Recharges| | Speaker (30W) Powers for 10 Hours
| CPAP (40W) Powers for 7 Hours| | Drone (60W) 5 Recharges
TROUBLESHOOTING
Please note the following:
- When an output is not in use, please ensure that the port is turned off. For example, press the AC button to turn off the output, and the icon will no longer show on the LCD display.
- Please ensure the power consumption is less than 300W, before plugging into the unit. If the output exceeds 300W, the Elite 300 will beep twice and a warning icon will flash on the LCD display, disconnecting the device to rest.
STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE
Before use or storage, plug your Southwire Elite 300 Series into the wall
outlet until it is fully charged. Store your charged portable power station in
a cool dry location until ready for use.
If the display shows less than 20% capacity, plug the unit into a power
source, such as an AC outlet or a solar panel, as soon as possible to
recharge.
Having your power station connected to a power source, between adventures or
while in storage keeps its battery healthy and topped off. This prolongs
battery life and will ensure your power station is charged and ready to go all
day, every day.
If you can’t keep your power station plugged into a power source during
storage, fully charge your power station every 3 months and store it in a
cool, dry place.
Failure to maintain your power station by following these steps can result in
battery damage which will void the product warranty.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If your devices are not recharging from your Elite 300, follow the following
steps:
- Make sure the Output buttons (these are the AC/DC or USB buttons) have been turned on. Once turned on the output type will light up on the LCD screen.
- Check the LCD Display to see the Battery level, if it is less than 20% or below, plug your unit in to charge.
- Check the LCD Display for the following warning icons:
- Overload or Short-circuit: The DC icon will be blinking, and the Warning Alarm will go off twice.
- Temperature: Low & High-Temperature Warning icon will appear The SW Elite 300 Series has a temperature rating ranging from 0 – 40°C (32 – 104 °F). This is the ideal working condition anything outside this can lead to the unit not working at optimal functionality 4. Make sure the power of devices does not exceed more than 200W, this is the maximum this station can support. The unit will beep twice with the warning icon flashing on the LCD display. Unplug the device causing the overload and the unit will reset. 5. For additional support, please contact us at 1-800-561-4231.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
Failure to carefully read the following notes may result in leakage,
explosion, and burning of batteries.
Do not put the product into a microwave oven or pressure vessel;
Do not combine the battery with once-for-all batteries (such as dry cells) or
batteries of different capacities, models, or varieties of functions;
Do not use the battery if it is in abnormal conditions such as a peculiar
smell, heating, deformation, discoloration or other abnormalities;
Please move the product away from the place close to an open flame if its
battery is leaking or giving off a peculiar smell;
The leakage of electrolytes may cause fire hazards or explosions. Do not cover
the unit’s air vents. The air vents keep the battery cool and working
efficiently. Covering the air vents while in use can cause overheating.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
Failure to carefully read the following notes may result in leakage,
explosion, and burning of batteries.
Do not put the product into a microwave oven or pressure vessel;
Do not combine the battery with once-for-all batteries (such as dry cells) or
batteries of different capacities, models, or varieties of functions;
Do not use the battery if it is in abnormal conditions such as peculiar smell,
heating, deformation, discoloration, or other abnormalities;
Please move the product away from the place close to an open flame if its
battery is leaking or giving off a peculiar smell;
The leakage of electrolytes may cause fire hazards or explosions. Do not cover
the unit’s air vents. The air vents keep the battery cool and working
efficiently. Covering the air vents while in use can cause overheating.
WARRANTY ON SOUTHWIRE CONTRACTOR EQUIPMENT
Limited Warranty
All Southwire Company, LLC products are individually tested and inspected for
defects in material and workmanship before leaving the factory. Should your
Southwire Company, LLC product ever fail due to faulty workmanship or material
within one year of the date of purchase, simply return it to the place of
original purchase for a replacement. Our Lifetime Return Policy is limited to
the replacement of the original purchase.
NO OTHER LIABILITY, RESPONSIBILITY, OR WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED
INCLUDING ANY REGARDING MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Warranty Period
The warranty period is 24 months. In each case, the warranty period is
measured starting on the date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser.
The sales receipt from the first consumer purchase, or other reasonable
documentary proof, is required in order to establish the start date of the
warranty period.
Exclusion of Incidental, Consequential, Indirect, Special, and Punitive
Damages
SOUTHWIRE MAKES NO WARRANTY THAT SOUTHWIRE CONTRACTOR EQUIPMENT PRODUCTS WILL
BE MERCHANTABLE OR FIT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
SOUTHWIRE MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, OTHER THAN THE
RELEVANT WARRANTY IS SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY SECTION.
SOUTHWIRE WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT,
SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES FOR ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED LIFETIME
WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to
you
Warranty Claim Information/How Do You Get Service?
For all warranty, customer service, and product return authorizations and
inquiries, please contact Southwire’s Tools & Assembled Products at: Southwire
Tools & Assembled Products 840 Old Bremen Road
Carrollton, GA, 30117
Phone Number: 1.855.SW.Tools
- All warranty claims must be approved by Southwire’s Tools & Assembled Products Warranty Department prior to the return of the product. If Southwire determines that a product is defective, Southwire will, at its option, repair or replace defective products or defective product components, free of charge.
- Upon approval, Southwire will issue a Product Return Authorization Form which will include instructions on how and where to return the product. The product serial number and the original date of delivery must be set forth on the Product Return Authorization Form.
- Southwire will cover standard freight charges (Ground Courier Rate) incurred in connection with products that Southwire ultimately determines to be defective.
- All defective components and defective products that Southwire replaces under these Warranties will become Southwire’s property and will be retained by Southwire.
Repair Your Product When it is Out of Warranty
Southwire is happy to provide information about where a purchaser can send a
product for repair at consumers’ own expense, if available. Please contact
1.855.SW.tools or visit www.southwiretools.com/tools/resources/repair-
centers for
more information about servicing Southwire Products
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