WAGAN 834 Lithium Cube 500 Portable Power Station User Manual

WAGAN 834 Lithium Cube 500 Portable Power Station

User’s Manual
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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of Wagan Tech®’s Lithium Cube™ . As supplied, the Lithium Cube is an advanced electrical system that can power AC appliances or operate and charge a variety of communication and entertainment devices. In an emergency, it can power home appliances. On the job site, it can power tools where no power lines or generators exist.

At night, it can power a variety of light sources from DC spotlights to AC floodlights. At the campground it can power CPAP machines and entertainment equipment.

A supplied automatic AC to DC Charging Adapter efficiently charges and maintains the Lithium Cube’s internal battery.

Read and understand all warnings, cautions and notes included in this manual before using the Lithium Cube. Follow instructions provided by your vehicle and other device manufacturers intended to be used with the Lithium Cube.
Keep these instructions for future reference.
Fully Charge the Lithium Cube Before First Use.

WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES

WARNINGS identify important safety concerns when operating this equipment. Failure to follow these warnings could result in personal injury or loss of life.
CAUTIONS identify conditions that can cause damage to equipment
NOTES identify operating details.

Warnings—General

• Shock or fire hazard— The Lithium Cube generates the same potentially lethal AC power as a normal household wall outlet. Treat it with the same respect that you would any AC outlet.
• Explosion Hazard— Do not use this product around flammable fumes or gasses, such as in the bilge of a gasoline powered boat, or near a propane tank. Do not use the Lithium Cube in an enclosure containing automotive-type lead-acid batteries. These batteries, unlike the sealed battery pack in the Lithium Cube, vent explosive hydrogen gas, which can be ignited by sparks from electrical connections or disconnections.
• When working on electrical equipment, always make sure that someone is nearby to help you in an emergency
• Limitations on Use— The Lithium Cube has not been tested for use with life support systems or other medical equipment or devices. The user assumes all risk if medical devices are used with this product.
• Unit is Not Waterproof— Do not expose this unit to rain or heavy moisture.

MAJOR FEATURES

• 500 watt power Inverter (600 watts peak)
• Two AC outlets
• One 12 volt automotive socket for powering DC appliances (up to 5 amps)
• Four USB power ports for charging/operating cell phones and tablets
• AC charging adapter with 72W output
• DC charging adapter (fused)
• Comprehensive display shows charge status and power consumption
• DC port to connect solar panels to the internal solar charge controller
• Shape molded handles for easy lifting
• Lithium-ion battery for long life

LED DISPLAY SCREEN
The LED screen displays both the charge and discharge of the Lithium Cube.

CHARGING THE LITHIUM CUBE

Before first use, charge the Lithium Cube to 100% (as displayed on the LED screen).
Recharge after each use. When storing for long periods of time, it is recommended to charge the battery once every 6 months.

CAUTION—RISK OF DAMAGE TO BATTERY:

• Do not attempt to charge theLithium Cube battery if it is frozen. A frozen battery should be gradually warmed to 32 °F (0 °C) before charging.
• Make sure the Lithium Cube is fully charged before first use.

CHARGING METHODS

Factory supplied equipment allows the Lithium Cube to be charged using:

Charge times

• AC charger: about 8-12 hours
• DC charger: about 12-16 hours
• Solar panels: about 14 hours (depending on weather)

AC Charging Adapter
The Lithium Cube is supplied with a fully automatic AC charging adapter. To charge the Lithium Cube using the AC Charging Adapter:

1. Connect the AC charging adapter to an AC wall socket.
2. Insert the charger’s DC plug into the Lithium Cube’s DC input socket.
3. Charging is complete when the light on the battery status reaches 100% and stops flashing.
4. After charging the battery, disconnect the adapter from the AC wall socket first, then from the device.
5. The Lithium Cube will shutoff automatically when not in use.

DC Charging Adapter
The DC charging adapter is a cord with a fused DC accessory plug, fused at 15 amps to prevent damage if there is an inadvertent short. Refer to the maintenance section to replace a fuse if necessary.
To charge the Lithium Cube using the DC Charging Adapter:

ONLY USE THE DC CHARGING ADAPTER SUPPLIED WITH THIS UNIT. DO NOT CONTINUOUSLY CHARGE FOR MORE THAN 16 HOURS USING THE DC TO DC METHOD.

1. Note that the engine must be running while charging the Solar Lithium Cube to avoid discharging the vehicle’s battery.
2. Plug the DC charging adapter into the Lithium Cube’s DC input port.
3. Plug the other end of the DC charging adapter into the vehicle’s accessory socket (cigarette lighter socket).
4. After charging the battery, disconnect the DC charging adapter from the vehicle accessory socket first, then from the Lithium Cube DC socket.

Do not leave the Lithium Cube connected to your vehicle’s DC socket when the engine is turned off.

CAUTION—EQUIPMENT DAMAGE:

• Always remove the DC Charging Adapter from the vehicle’s DC socket before starting the vehicle.
• Disconnect the Lithium Cube from the vehicle’s DC socket when the engine is turned off.

Charging With Solar Panels
The Lithium Cube’s DC input circuit is designed to maximize the charging profile based on the available power supplied, whether charging by the AC charger or solar panels via the supplied Anderson adapter.

CAUTION—SOLAR CHARGE CONTROLLER LIMIT:
The solar charge controller is rated at a maximum of 80W. Do not connect more than 80W of solar panels.

Solar Panel Positioning
To ensure maximum power from the solar panels, position the panels perpendicular to the position of the sun. For best results, the solar panels should be in line with the expected path of the sun. Panel placement varies depending on your location. It is recommended that panel positions are checked and adjusted every 3 hours to ensure solar absorption is optimized.

CAUTION—EQUIPMENT DAMAGE:
When adding solar panels, make sure the solar panels are rated for 12V systems. If you are connecting multiple solar panels to the solar panel terminals, make sure the combined voltage is no greater than 30V.

Do not connect more than 80W of solar panels. Doing so will overload the solar charge controller and prevent the controller from charging.
Make sure all air vents are not blocked while the Lithium Cube is in use. It is essential for maintaining optimum performance.

OUTPUT POWER

Using the AC Outlet Power Receptacles
The Lithium Cube’s inverter can operate most AC appliances or a combination of appliances up to 500 watts. Operating time (run time) is dependent on the AC load (watts) and the charge and condition of the Lithium Cube’s internal battery. Be sure to turn off or disconnect any AC appliance not in use.

Converting DC battery power to AC generates heat. To minimize heat buildup and possible thermal shutdown, remove obstacles blocking or hindering airflow between the intake and exhaust sides of the Lithium Cube. Ambient temperatures above 77 ºF will reduce the Inverter’s ability to cool effectively, thus affecting operating times.

This inverter produces Pure Sine Wave (PSW) AC, which mimics the same power coming from your wall outlets at home.

To use the AC Power Inverter:

1. Connect the AC appliance or appliances to either AC Outlet.
2. Turn the power inverter ON by pressing the AC button.
3. Turn on one AC appliance and observe the power indicator.
4. After appliance use, turn OFF the AC button.
5. Remove AC appliance plug(s) from the AC outlets on the Lithium Cube
6. Recharge the Lithium Cube as soon as convenient.

Note: The cooling fan turns off and on when needed to keep the internal components cool. The cooling fan helps maintain Lithium Cube internal temperature when products with high power requirements are in use.

12V DC Accessory Outlets

Overloading the DC port will trip a safety circuit. Remove the overload to restore power to the DC output ports.

CAUTION— Do not insert an automotive cigarette lighter into the socket. There is no pop-out feature and excessive heat may damage the socket.

To use an accessory outlet:

1. Insert the 12V DC accessory plug into either the DC port or socket..
2. Press DC output button. DC symbol should show on display.
3. Operate the appliance as usual.
4. After use, disconnect the accessory plug and store the accessory.
5. Recharge the Lithium Cube as soon as convenient.

AC OPERATING TIME USING INVERTER

Below are typical AC products that can be operated by the Lithium Cube with estimated operating times. The operating times will vary depending on the internal battery charge level, ambient temperature and the actual AC product being operated. The Lithium Cube will not continuously operate AC appliances rated at more than 500 watts, such as air conditioners or motors over 12 amps. Operating times can be extended if external batteries or chargers are connected to the Lithium Cube.

Power usages listed are averages. Check your appliance rating for more accurate time estimates.

1. Operating times assume a fully charged battery and ambient temperature of 77 ºF. Actual results may vary based on model/brand used.
2. Assumes continuous operation

DC OPERATING TIME
Below are typical DC accessories that may be operated by the Solar Lithium Cube. Operating time will vary depending on the battery charge level and the specific accessory being operated.

Power usages listed are averages. Check your appliance rating for more accurate time estimates.

LED FLASHLIGHT

1. To turn on, press the flashlight button.
2. Press again to turn off.
3. For flashing SOS pattern, press and hold for 2-3 seconds.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Excessive AC load
No AC output, 12 volt outlets operate, USB ports operate. Inverter switch is ON| Inverter is not working| Call Wagan Tech Support
12 volt DC outlets shut off| DC outlet is overloaded| Reduce DC load.
Television interference| Picture breaking up (static)| Place the Lithium Cube as far as possible from the TV, the antenna and the coaxial cable
TV station may be out of range
Static/noise interference in audio system| Sound system has weak alternating current shielding| Do not use Inverter with low quality audio AC filtering system
Replace audio system with high quality noise filtering
Run time is less than expected| Lithium Cube is not fully charged| Charge using the AC charging adapter.
Product power consumption is higher than expected| Check the power or “wattage” rating and compare with the tables in Battery Operating Times section of this manual
Problem| Possible Cause| Solution
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Charging light is OFF when AC charging adapter is connected| No AC power at wall socket| Ensure power is available at the wall socket
DC charging adapter does not work| Blown fuse| Check for and replace blown fuse in plug.

RECYCLING/DISPOSAL
The Lithium Cube contains materials that are prohibited from being placed in landfills and require recycling. These include batteries, and some components in the inverter. Contact local authorities for disposal/recycling instructions.

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Lithium Cube 500 Specifications

Battery

DC Outlets

Inverter

AC Charging Adapter

DC Charging Adapter

DC Input

WAGAN Corp. Limited Warranty

The WAGAN Corporation warranty is limited to products sold only in the United States.

Warranty Duration:
Product is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date, to be free of defects in material and workmanship. WAGAN Corporation disclaims any liability for consequential damages. In no event will WAGAN Corporation be responsible for any amount of damages beyond the amount paid for the product at retail.

Warranty Performance:
During the warranty period, a product with a defect will be replaced with a comparable model when the product is returned to WAGAN Corporation with an original store receipt. WAGAN Corporation will, at its discretion, replace or repair the defective part. The replacement product will be warranted for the balance of the original warranty period. This warranty does not extend to any units which have been used in violation of written instructions furnished.

Warranty Disclaimers:
This warranty is in lieu of all warranties expressed or implied and no representative or person is authorized to assume any other liability in connection with the sale of our products. There shall be no claims for defects or failure of performance or product failure under any theory of tort, contract or commercial law including, but not limited to negligence, gross negligence, strict liability, breach of warranty, and breach of contract.

Returns:
WAGAN Corporation is not responsible for any item(s) returned without an official Return Authorization number (RA#). Please contact our customer service team by phone or email to obtain an RA#. You can also visit our website and chat with our team during our normal business hours. For more details and instructions on how to process a warranty claim, please read the “Returns” section under the “Contact” page on our website. WAGAN Corporation is not responsible for any shipping charges incurred in returning the item(s) back to the company for repair or replacement.

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References

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