How do I charge my PowerCore Metro Essential 20000

#1

I just bought a PowerCore Metro Essential 20000 portable charger. There was no manual in the box. I found the manual on Anker’s website but the documentation was kind of confusing. The device came with a USB to USB-C cable, which I assume is for charging the portable charger itself. What are the steps for charging the Powercore? Do I have to hit the power button until a certain color light comes on in order for it to charge, or does it charge automatically when plugged in, when there are no lights on the power button? Thank you.

#2

Is it is a USB-A to USB-C cable or a USB-C to USB-C cable.

What is the product code exactly? If it’s literally an Essential 20000 then you’d need a 2A 5V 10W input. If its the Essential 20000 PD then you need a 2A 9V 10W USB-PD input.

Do not press any buttons, ensure all lights are off before plugging in to recharge it.

If it is the above you’d use a 2A 5V 10W input either MicroB or USB-C

If it’s the above you’d use a USB-C to USB-C cable from a USB PD 18W 9V 2A charger,

I can’t find a Metro Essential 20000 on Anker’s site, I think it’s one unique in certain shops / countries with a cosmetic difference from the Essential 20000

I can find a review however

Makes it look just a cosmetic version of the Essential 20000 which means a 2A 5V 10W MicroB or C from A or C port.