PYLONTECH AR500 PLUS Portable Power Station User Manual
- June 24, 2024
- PYLONTECH
Table of Contents
PYLONTECH AR500 PLUS Portable Power Station
Specifications
- Product: Portable Power Station AR500 PLUS
- Information Version: 1.4 5PMPA08-00299
- Interfaces & Functions: Wireless Charging Area, On/Off Button, DC JACK 5521 Port, AC Switch, AC Output Port, Cigarette Lighter Port, USB-A Port, Type-C Port
- Optional Accessories: User Manual, Fast Charger, PV Cable, MA500 Extended Battery Pack, Solar Panel
Legal Information
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reproduction or distribution of this manual or any part of this manual, or any
uploading of this manual to a third party website, in any form by any means,
without the prior written consent of Pylon Technologies Co., Ltd., is
prohibited.
Disclaimer
The Manual contains instructions for the use of the product. All the pictures
and charts in this manual are for description and explanation only. Pylon
Technologies Co., Ltd. reserves the right to change the information in the
manual which is subject to change without further notice. Please read this
manual carefully before using the product and keep this manual for further
reference. Failure to use the product in accordance with the manual may result
in serious injuries, property damages and may void the warranty, for which
Pylon Technologies Co., Ltd. shall not be liable. Pylon Technologies Co., Ltd.
makes no representations or warranties express or implied, with respect to all
the information in this manual. In the event of any conflicts between this
manual and the applicable law, the latter prevails. The final interpretation
of this manual belongs to Pylon Technologies Co., Ltd.
Safety Instructions
Warning
- The device should be used in strict compliance with local laws, electrical safety regulations, and fire prevention regulations of the nation or the region.
- Do not place the device near open fire, heat sources and flammable materials.
- Do not leave the device in an extremely hot environment.
- Do not place the device in dusty or damp locations.
- Do not expose the device to high electromagnetic radiation.
- Do not mechanically crush, cut or strike the device.
- Do not shake the device.
- Do not insert any foreign objects into the device.
- Do not operate the device with wet hands.
- Keep the device out of reach of children and pets.
Operation
- Please ensure good ventilation while the device is in use.
- Do not stack heavy objects on the device.
- For safety purposes, please use only the accessory (cable, charger, and etc) supplied or recommended by Pylontech. Pylontech shall not be liable for damage caused by third-party devices.
- Transportation
- Do not bring the device on a plane.
Maintenance
- Charge the device every 3 months. If you need to store the device for a long time, please charge it to 60% every time before storing it.
- Recharge the device within 12 hours after it has been fully discharged. Leaving the battery empty for a long time without charging it will cause irreversible damage to the battery.
- If the device does not work properly, please contact your supplier or the nearest service center within 24 hours. DO NOT disassemble the battery for repair or maintenance by yourself. Pylontech shall not assume any responsibility for problems caused by unauthorized repair or maintenance.
Cleaning
- Please use a soft and dry cloth to clean the exterior surfaces.
Disposal
- Dispose of used batteries according to the laws or the regulations of the nation or the region.
Packing List
Optional Accessories
*Optional accessories shall be purchased separately. If there is any need, please contact the local supplier.
Interfaces & Functions
Product Usage Instructions
Turn On/Off the Device:
Press the On/Off button to turn on/off the device. The LCD screen will
display status messages like ‘SHUTTING DOWN’.
Note: Hold the button for 15 seconds to force a shutdown. The device will automatically shut down if the total output power remains below 2W for over 40 minutes.
Powering Other Devices:
- Wireless Charging: Place a device with a wireless charging receiver on the top of the station. Align the device to the center of the wireless charging area for efficient charging.
- Wired Charging/Powering: Connect your device to be charged/powered to the corresponding ports using the right cables.
LCD Display & Meaning:
The LCD screen displays information like battery status (‘SHUTTING DOWN’),
input power, output power, etc. Actual values may vary.
Charging the Battery:
- Standard Charging: Charge the battery via the standard charging port using a charger with a current of 4A.
1. **Charging with Utility Power** Charge the battery via the standard charging port. Charge the battery via the fast charging port. Charge the battery via the Type-C port.
1. The Type-C cable shall be prepared by yourself.
2. Charging the battery via this method is not supported if the battery level is low and the LCD shows or at the same time.- Fast Charging: Charge the battery via the fast charging port with a charger providing a current of 12A.
1. **Charging with Car** Charge the battery with a car cigarette lighter charging cable. ****
2. **Charging with PV panel ** Charge the battery by connecting the standard charging port and a PV panel with a PV cable. The PV panel and PV cable shall be purchased separately.
Capacity Expansion
Connect the expansion pack to the portable power station to expand the
capacity.
When the extended battery pack is connected, you can see on the LCD screen.
Specifications
Troubleshooting
FAQ
Why does the device restart automatically after a successful shutdown?
Please check if the device is being charged. The device has a charge protection function. The device will wake up once charged. Please disconnect the charging cable if you want to turn off the device.
Why does LCD display show the AC protection symbol after being connected to a device whose rated power is less than 500 VA?
The actual power or peak power of some electrical devices (eg. electric fans, drills, air conditioners or devices with built-in switching power supply) when they are running is higher than their rated power.
Cigarette lighter interface is not working?
The cigarette lighter interface has over-current and short-circuit protection. If the protection is triggered three times in a row, the cigarette lighter interface will stop working. Please check if the load of the cigarette lighter interface is normal, and restart the device.
All ports are not working after power protection is triggered due to the use of high power devices?
When the total output power exceeds the rated power, the device triggers power protection and disables the function of all ports. Please make sure that the total power connected to the device is less than the rated power of the device, and then restart the device to restore the port functions.
Q: Can I use third-party accessories with the Portable Power Station AR500
PLUS?
A: It is recommended to use accessories provided by Pylontech to avoid damage
caused by third-party devices.
Q: How do I know if the battery is charging?
A: The LCD screen will display relevant information such as CHARGING’ or
current input/output power levels.
Regulatory Information
FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- this device may not cause harmful interference, and
- this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
RF Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with radio frequency exposure limits set forth by the
FCC for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and
operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the device and the user or
bystanders. The FCC certification of this device refers to RF exposure testing
performed in typical operating conditions, where a person is no closer than 20
centimeters from the device surface at all times, except for non-repetitive
patterns with transient time intervals in the order of a second. Only in the
stated conditions, the deviceis shown to fully comply with the FCC RF Exposure
requirements of KDB 447498.
Caution!
Please note that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
EU Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, Pylon Technologies, Co. Ltd. declares that the radio equipment type
wireless charger(AR500 PLUS) is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following internet address:https://en.pylontech.com.cn/.
WARRANTY
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