TROUBLESHOOTING & FAQ’s
Q. Can I charge the battery and power a device at the same time?
A. Yes, the ArkPak is designed to do this.
Q. Why doesn’t my ArkPak go into charge cycle?
A. AC adaptor could be blown and needs replacing.
Q. When I connect my laptop AC adaptor to the AC outlet an alarm sounds with two beeps, why
is that?
A. For some laptop adaptors the in-rush current can trigger the alarm and the internal inverter will
protect itself. The issue can be overcome by turning the Arkpak AC outlet on first (so green LED is
lit), then turning on the laptop and finally connecting the laptop adaptor to the laptop and Arkpak AC
outlet.
Q. My 240V outlet keeps blowing the 30A fuse, why is that?
A. The device you have plugged into the 240V outlet is unsuitable (could be too powerful) and has
damaged the internal inverter.
Q. Can I install the ArkPak into my vehicle as part of a dual battery installation?
A. Yes you can however, you will need a dual battery wiring kit installed into your vehicle. We
recommend you get this kit installed by a qualified auto electrician. You can connect the dual battery
wiring loom to the ArkPak either via the external terminals or the Anderson style socket. Please
remember the main isolator switch must be in the “on” position. The ArkPak can be fixed into your
vehicle using the accessory mounting kit (Part no. APB20B - not included). The ArkPak cannot be
mounted into the vehicle’s engine bay.
Q. Can I charge the battery using solar panels?
A. Yes you can as long as the main isolator switch is in the “on” position. This type of charging is not
controlled by the on-board microprocessor since the charge current will flow direct to the battery via
the main isolator switch. If an external voltage regulator is not used there is a risk of overcharging and
damaging the battery.
Q. Why is the time remaining value often different to the actual time taken?
A. The predicted time remaining value is an estimate only. The time prediction is affected by many
variables such as temperature, battery age and battery type and it is impossible for it to be completely
accurate but it is a useful guide.
Q. Is it possible for the ArkPak to power a device if it is turned off at the control panel?
A. Yes, it is, since the various output socket are connected direct to the battery via the main isolator
switch and not via the smart charger. However it will not be possible to determine the battery voltage
or the time remaining if this is done.
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