Maintenance; Battery Maintenance - Duracell Powerpack 300 Owner's Manual

external battery is connected. The AC charger may be
damaged.
4 • Maintenance
Chapter 4 provides information on maintaining your internal
battery, recharging options for the internal battery, and replacing
user-replaceable parts.
Routine maintenance is required to keep your Duracell
Powerpack 300 operating properly. Occasionally clean the exterior
of the unit with a damp cloth to remove the accumulated dust and
dirt.
WARNING: Shock hazard
Disconnect all sources of AC power and DC power before
performing any type of maintenance.

Battery Maintenance

All rechargeable batteries gradually discharge when left standing,
and you need to recharge them periodically to maintain maximum
battery capacity. The AC charger supplied with the Duracell
Powerpack is designed to regulate the charging process, ensuring
that the battery is always fully charged but never overcharged. To
ensure safe recharging and maximum battery life, recharge the
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Duracell Powerpack only with the supplied charger or approved
battery chargers.
CAUTION
Due to inherent self-discharge, lead acid batteries must
be charged at least every 3 months, especially in a warm
environment. Leaving a battery in a discharged state, or
not recharging every 3 months, may result in permanent
battery damage and poor jump-starting performance.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to recharge the Duracell
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