Owner’s Guide
WARNING: Electric shock and energy hazard
Do not remove cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
WARNING: Energy and burn hazard A battery can present a risk of burn from high short-circuit current.
CAUTION: Risk of damage to the PowerSource 1800
The unit will not work when connected to any AC load that has its neutral conductor connected to ground. Such loads include AC distribution wiring and house wiring.
FCC Information to the User
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 the 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.
Guidelines for Use
Important: The PowerSource 1800 is not suitable for use with certain products and loads
The continuous output wattage of this product is limited to 1440 watts total when supplying backup power from its batteries. This limit applies to the total of all items plugged into the product.
This output wattage is not sufficient to run products designed to produce large amounts of heat, including space heaters and pellet stove igniters. Visit www.DuracellPower.com for higher power solutions.
Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances
CAUTION: Equipment Damage
When the PowerSource 1800 is supplying backup power from its batteries, its output is a non-sinusoidal modified sine wave, which is different from pure sine wave utility-supplied electricity. Certain types of load equipment may be damaged.
Most rechargeable battery-operated equipment uses a separate charger or transformer that is plugged into an AC receptacle and produces a low voltage charging output. Some chargers for rechargeable batteries can be damaged if connected to the PowerSource 1800.
Do not use the following with the PowerSource 1800:
- Small battery-operated appliances like flashlights, razors, and night lights that can be plugged directly into an AC receptacle to recharge.
- Some chargers for battery packs used in hand power tools. These chargers display a warning label stating that dangerous voltages are present at the battery terminals.
Note: If you are unsure about using your rechargeable appliance with the PowerSource 1800, contact the equipment manufacturer to determine the rechargeable appliance’s compatibility with the modified sine wave (non-sinusoidal) AC waveform.
Products with Potential Problems
Some products, including the types listed below, may be damaged if they are connected to the PowerSource 1800:
- Speed controllers found in some fans, power tools, kitchen appliances, garage door openers, and other loads may be damaged.
- Metal halide arc (MHI) lights can be damaged.
| Feature | Description |
| 1 | Fault LED illuminates red when PowerSource 1800 has an operation fault. |
| 2 | Power button turns PowerSource 1800 on and off when utility power is not available.
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| 3 | AC Power/Battery LED illuminates green when utility power is available and flashes amber when PowerSource 1800 is running off its internal battery to provide backup power. |
| 4 | LED Screen indicates charging status, power draw from the PowerSource 1800 (W) when providing backup power, or battery capacity (%). The screen also shows error codes to aid troubleshooting. |
| 5 | Select Button displays PowerSource 1800 Battery Level (%) or Output Power (W). |
| 6 | Charged/Charging LED (green) illuminates when PowerSource 1800 is fully recharged and flashes while PowerSource 1800 is recharging. |
| 7 | AC Power Cord |
| 8 | Blue LED illuminates the rear AC outlets when AC power is available. |
| 9 | 15 A supplementary protector protects the PowerSource 1800 AC outlets and your applications from overload conditions. |
| 10 | Five 120V AC outlets (One in the front, four in the rear) for powering office equipment and household appliances that draw a maximum total of 1800 watts (1440 watts continuous). All outlets are surge protected and backed up by the PowerSource 1800 internal battery. |
Installation and Operation
WARNING: Shock Hazard
If the input plug is connected and utility power is present, the outlets will be energized. The front panel ON/OFF button will not turn these outlets off.
Important: PowerSource 1800 should be used or stored in a clean, temperature-controlled, indoor area away from direct sunlight, moisture or conductive contaminants. Allow a minimum of 3 inches of space around the unit for optimal ventilation.
Important: PowerSource 1800 must be charged immediately before storage or use. This will protect the battery inside from damage and will ensure extended usage run time. A complete charge may take up to 15 hours when recharged from a 120V AC wall outlet.
CAUTION: Equipment Damage
- Do not plug surge-protected power bars into the unit’s 120V AC outlets.
- Do not connect an AC power source to the 120V AC outlets.
- Do not connect the unit’s AC power cord to its 120V AC outlets.
To install PowerSource 1800:
- Plug the power cord directly into a wall outlet (not into a surge protector or power strip).
- Connect your electronic devices or small household appliances to the five AC outlets of the PowerSource 1800.
- Turn on the unit by pressing the Power button for at least half a second. The green AC Power LED confirms that the PowerSource 1800 is on and ready to provide backup power.
When the battery needs recharging, the LED screen flashes “CHG” 10 times, then the battery capacity (%) once. This pattern of flashing continues until the battery capacity reaches 100% and “FUL” appears on the screen.
Backup Power Feature
The unit’s five 120V AC outlets are permanently backed up by the internal battery when utility power is not available. To activate the AC outlets for backup operation, turn on the unit using the Power button. During a power outage or other utility problem (such as brownouts and over-voltages), PowerSource 1800 will keep running the connected products for up to 10 hours, depending on the power draw of your application (see “Run Time on Typical Products” and “Run-Time for Combinations of Products”). When utility power is restored, the unit automatically recharges its internal battery.
Important: When connected to utility power, the unit automatically provides AC power from its internal battery when the utility voltage falls below 105 V AC.
Operation Guide
| Condition | LED status | Alarm status | Alarm stops sounding when… |
| Normal operation: Utility power is available and unit is turned on. The internal battery is fully charged. | AC Power LED and Charged/Charging LED are solid green. Screen shows “FUL.” | None | Not applicable |
| Backup power: Utility power is not available. Unit supplies power from its internal battery. | Battery LED is flashing amber. | One beep when the power outage occurs. | Utility power becomes available; unit resumes normal operation or when it is turned off. |
| Low battery warning: During backup power operation, the internal battery is close to being completely discharged. | Battery LED is flashing amber. Screen shows Error code E05. | Beeps once every 2seconds. | Utility power becomes available; unit resumes normal operation or when it is turned off. |
| Overload shutdown: During backup power operation an AC outlet overload was detected. | Fault LED on. Screen shows Error code E03. | One beep per second. Unit shuts down after 10 seconds. | Not applicable |
| Under-voltage shutdown: During backup power operation, the battery power has been completely exhausted. No power is available at the AC outlets. | Fault LED on. Screen shows error code E01. | One beep per second. Unit shuts down after 10 seconds. | Not applicable. Unit starts recharging the internal battery when utility power is restored. Turn on the unit to restore normal operation. |
| Over-temperature warning: During backup power operation, the unit is close to shutting down to protect its internal circuitry from high temperatures. | Fault LED on. Screen shows error code E06. | Beeps once every 2 seconds. | Better ventilation to the unit is provided, or the unit enters over-temperature shutdown, or the unit is turned off. |
| Over-temperature shutdown: Unit has shut down to protect its internal circuitry from high temperatures. | Fault LED on. Screen shows error code E04. | One beep per second. | The unit is turned off or when the unit shuts down. |
| Recharging internal battery: Unit is recharging its internal battery after utility power has been restored. Internal fan is running. | AC Power LED is green. Charged/Charging LED flashes amber. Screen shows “CHG” alternating with battery capacity (%). |
No sound | Not applicable. Screen shows “FUL” when unit is completely charged. |
AC Power Capabilities
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To check the total power consumption of the products plugged into PowerSource 1800 during backup power mode, press the Select button and view the Output Power (W) on the screen.
To test the PowerSource 1800 backup power capabilities after installing the unit, unplug the AC power cord to simulate a power outage. Ensure the products connected to the PowerSource 1800 continue operating. You can test the surge capabilities of the PowerSource 1800 by turning connected products on and off while the unit is unplugged. If products fail to operate or the screen shows an error code, see “Troubleshooting”.
Run Time on Typical Products
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Run Time for Combinations of Products
| Product | Run Timeb |
| Laptop, inkjet printer, cordless phone, Internet modem | up to 10 h |
| Desktop computer, 17″ LCD monitor, inkjet printer, Internet modem, cordless phone | up to 1.6 h |
| Cordless phone, 13″ TV, clock radio, table lamp | Up to 4 h |
| 18 cubic foot refrigerator, home alarm system | Up to 2.6 h |
Power Management Tips
During a power outage, maximizing PowerSource 1800 run time is essential to keep your home/small office running or to stay connected to the outside world through TV and radio news or cellphone/cordless phone. Therefore, in order to maximize the run time for combinations of office products plugged into PowerSource 1800, you may want to use the following alternatives:
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Recycling
If it’s rechargeable, it’s recyclable!
Battery-Biz is committed to environmental responsibility and has established a program for recycling Duracell rechargeable battery-related products.
For instructions on how to recycle this product visit www.rbrc.org
Troubleshooting
Understanding Error Codes
If the products connected to PowerSource 1800 do not operate and the alarm is sounding, check PowerSource 1800 LED screen for an error code.
| Error | Possible Cause | Solution |
| E01 | Low voltage shutdown because battery is discharged. | Recharge battery by plugging the AC power cord into a wall outlet. |
| E03 | Overload shutdown while supplying backup power. The AC product(s) connected are consuming more than PowerSource 1800’s power rating. The AC products connected have a surge power that exceeds PowerSource 1800 surge capability. One or more of the connected products are damaged. |
Use products with a total power consumption within PowerSource 1800’s continuous power rating of 1440 W. Use products with a total starting surge power within PowerSource 1800’s capability of 2880 W. Have the damaged product serviced by a qualified technician? |
| E04 | An over-temperature shutdown has occurred. PowerSource 1800 has overheated due to poor ventilation, excessive ambient temperature, or power demand beyond the unit’s output power capability. | Disconnect products from the AC outlets. Allow the unit to cool for 20 minutes. Clear blocked fan or remove objects covering unit. Move the unit to a cooler place. Reduce the load to less than 1800 W if continuous operation is required. |
| E05 | Under-voltage warning. The battery is nearly discharged. | Reduce the load to extend run time during backup mode. Assuming the AC power cord was unplugged and the unit turned to backup mode, when utility power is present or becomes available, recharge the battery by plugging the AC power cord into a wall outlet. |
| E06 | Over-temperature warning. PowerSource 1800 is overheating due to poor ventilation, excessive ambient temperature, or high power demand. | Reduce the load to avoid over-temperature shutdown, clear blocked fan or remove objects covering unit, or move the unit to a cooler place. |
Troubleshooting Reference
| Problem | Problem/Symptom | Solution |
| PowerSource 1800 will not turn on. | Battery is discharged and utility power is not available at the wall outlet. | Ensure power is available at the wall outlet. |
| No power available at the 120 VAC outlets. | AC outlet has been overloaded or the supplementary protector has tripped. | Reduce the number of products plugged into the AC outlets. Check the supplementary protector at the back of the unit. If necessary, reset the breaker by pushing it fully inward. |
| AC utility is not available and products connected to unit lose power. | PowerSource 1800 has detected an overload condition. PowerSource 1800 has detected an overtemperature condition. PowerSource 1800 has exhausted its available battery power. PowerSource 1800 may require service. |
Make sure the products plugged into the AC outlets are not exceeding the output power rating of the unit when supplying backup power. Try removing or substituting some of the products. Disconnect products from the AC outlets. Make sure the products plugged into the AC outlets are not overloading the continuous output power rating of the unit when supplying backup power. Allow the unit to cool, increasing ventilation if necessary. If the unit is left on, it restarts automatically when the unit cools down. PowerSource 1800 shuts down when all available battery power has been used. Allow the unit to recharge for 15 hours before continuing to use the unit. Contact Battery-Biz Technical Support for further troubleshooting (see “Contact Information” on page 1) |
| Products connected to unit malfunction or overheat. | Products connected to PowerSource 1800 do not accept modified sine waveform. | Your application is not compatible with PowerSource 1800 modified sine wave output. See “Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances” on page 2. |
| Inadequate run time. | PowerSource 1800 battery is not fully charged. Battery is near the end of its useful life. PowerSource 1800 has turned off. |
Charge the battery by leaving PowerSource 1800 plugged into a wall outlet at least 15 hours. As the battery ages, the available run time decreases. The internal battery also ages prematurely if PowerSource 1800 is installed in a hot environment or not kept in a charged condition. See “Battery Replacement” on page 5. Press for at least half a second to turn unit on. |
Specifications
Electrical Specifications
Output Specifications
| Continuous output power | 1440 W |
| Peak AC output power | 1800 W |
| Surge capacity | 2880 W |
| Output voltage (nominal) | 120 VAC |
| Output frequency | 60 Hz |
| Output waveform | Modified sine wave |
| Transfer switch | 15 A maximum/<80 milliseconds |
| Surge suppression | Yes |
| Inverter on (no-load current draw) | < 0.6 A (battery drain) |
| Charging time | 15 hours from 120 VAC |
12 V DC Specifications
| Internal battery type | Sealed lead acid, AGM |
| Internal battery capacity | 51 amp-hours (3 × 17 amp-hour batteries) |
| Internal battery voltage | 12 VDC (nominal) |
| Low battery alarm | 11.0 V (nominal) |
| Low battery shutdown | 10.5 V (nominal) |
| Internal charger charging current | 5 A DC maximum |
General Specifications
| Operating/Storage temperature | 32–86 °F (0–30 °C)/32–104 °F (0–40 °C) |
| Dimensions (H × W × L) | 19.25 × 8.25 × 11.25″ (48.9 × 21 × 28.6 cm) |
| Weight | 51.2 lb (23.2 kg) |
Approvals
ETL Certified to UL 1778 2nd Edition and CSA C22.2 no. 107.1-01 standby UPS Standards
FCC Class B
NOTE: All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Warranty
Quality Guarantee
Battery-Biz guarantees each Duracell® product to be free of defects due to faulty materials or workmanship. This Duracell® product carries a 1-year limited warranty from the date of purchase.
If found to be defective, this Duracell® product will be replaced without charge when returned to Battery-Biz. This guarantee does not apply to damage from misuse or abuse beyond normal usage. This guarantee gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Should any device be damaged by this product due to defects in the product arising from faulty materials or workmanship, Battery-Biz will repair or replace (at our option) the device, provided both device and product usage instructions have been followed.
Send device with the product to:
Battery-Biz Inc.
1380 Flynn Road, Camarillo, CA 93012
Attention: Duracell Product Returns
If you would like additional information on Duracell products call 1-800-842-2127 or 1-805-437-7765 (7:30 AM-4:30 PM PST).
Contacting Customer Support
If you experience any problems or have any questions regarding your DURACELL® product, free technical support is available. Prior to calling,
please review the technical support tips below.
- Call from a phone where you have access to your mobile device
- Be prepared to provide the following information:
– Name, address, and telephone number
– Name of the DURACELL® product
– Make and model of your device
– Symptoms of the problem(s) and what led to them
Technical Support is available by telephone
U.S. and Canada (800) 842-2127
Outside of the US/Canada: (805) 437-7765
Written inquires should be directed to:
Battery-Biz Inc.
DURACELL Product Inquiry
1380 Flynn Road,
Camarillo, CA 93012, USA
WARRANTY AND RETURN INFORMATION
One Year Limited Warranty
This product carries a limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for one year from the original date of purchase. The manufacturer or distributor, at its option, shall repair or replace the defective unit covered by this warranty. Please retain the dated sales receipt as evidence of the date of purchase as it will be required for any warranty service. In order to keep the warranty in effect, the product must have been handled and used as described in the instructions accompanying this warranty. This warranty does not cover any damage due to accident, misuse, abuse, or negligence.
Disclaimer Of Warranty
The limited warranty described herein is your sole remedy. To the extent permitted by law, the manufacturer and distributor disclaim all other implied or express warranties including all warranties of merchantability and/or fitness for any particular purpose.
Limitation Of Liability
Except to the extent of repairing or replacing this product as expressly stated in
the limited warranty described herein, the manufacturer and distributor shall not
be liable for any damages, whether direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, or otherwise, including lost revenues, lost profits, loss of
use of software, loss or recovery of data, rental of replacement equipment, downtime, damage to property, and third-party claims, arising out of any theory of recovery, including statutory, contract or tort. Notwithstanding the term of any limited or implied warranty, or in the event that any limited warranty fails of its essential purpose, in no event will the manufacturer’s and distributor’s entire liability exceed the purchase price of this product. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state to state and province to province.
