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Xantrex XPower 1500 Owner's Manual

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    Tm tm xpower ™ inverter 1500 owner’s guide.

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    975-0558-01-01 i about xantrex xantrex technology inc. (www.Xantrex.Com), a subsidiary of schneider electric, is a world leader in the development, manufacturing and marketing of advanced power electronic products and systems for the renewable and mobile power markets. The company's products convert...

  • Page 4: About This Guide

    Ii xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide about this guide purpose the purpose of this owner’s guide is to provide explanations and procedures for installing, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining the xpower inverter 1500 . Scope the guide provides safety and operating guidelines as well as inform...

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    975-0558-01-01 iii related information you can find more information about xantrex technology inc. As well as its products and services at www.Xantrex.Com..

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    Iv xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide important safety instructions important: r ead and save this o wner ’ s g uide for future reference . This chapter contains important safety and installation instructions for the xpower inverter 1500 . Each time, before using the xpower inverter 1500 , read all ...

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    975-0558-01-01 v notes: 1. Follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on the engine. 2. This inverter contains components which tend...

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    Vi xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide precautions when working with batteries notes: 1. Locate the xpower inverter 1500 unit away from batteries in a well ventilated compartment. 2. Always have someone within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid batt...

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    975-0558-01-01 vii precautions when placing the inverter regulatory the xpower inverter 1500 is certified to ul458 standard. For more information see “regulatory approvals” on page 19. The xpower inverter 1500 is intended to be used for residential or commercial applications. It is not intended for ...

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    Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Iv introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    Inverter operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 turning the inverter on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    975-0558-01-01 1 introduction the xpower inverter 1500 has been designed to give you quality power, ease of use, and reliability. Please take a few moments to read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main performance features and protection features. Quality power the xpower inverter 1500 ...

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    2 xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide introduction inverter materials list the invertershipswith the following items: • one xpower inverter 1500 unit, • owner’s guide, • integrated gfci-protected ac outlets, • two sets of locks and washers for dc cables, and • one o n /o ff remote switch with communi...

  • Page 15: Inverter Features

    975-0558-01-01 3 inverter features this section describes the different parts of the inverter. Ac panel item description 1 gfci-protected ac outlets are used to power loads up to a combined 1000 watts continuous. 1a gfci reset button is used to recover from a ground trip. 1b gfci test button is used...

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    4 xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide inverter features dc panel figure 3 dc panel 2 3 1 4 item description 1 negative dc input terminal always connects to the negative terminal of the battery via a negative dc input cable (black battery cable). The negative dc input terminal is colored black. 2 posi...

  • Page 17: Inverter Installation

    975-0558-01-01 5 inverter installation this section describes general installation instructions for the xpower inverter 1500 . Installation code in residential applications, electrical codes do not allow permanent connection of ac distribution wiring to the inverter’s gfci-protected ac output recept...

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    6 xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide inverter installation typical power system design determine how you are going to use your inverter then design a power system that will give you maximum performance. The configuration shown below is a typical power system design applied in installing the inverter...

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    975-0558-01-01 7 inverter installation location the xpower inverter 1500 must only be installed in a location that is: : cables for dc input and ground to operate safely and effectively, use low-resistance wiring between the battery and the inverter because the inverter receives high-current input f...

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    8 xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide inverter installation install the inverter review and follow the safety guidelines in “important safety instructions” on page iv before proceeding with installation. Overview of installation steps • mount the inverter. • connect the chassis ground. • connect the ...

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    975-0558-01-01 9 inverter installation connect the dc cables 1. Make sure the inverter’s o n /o ff switch is in the off position. 2. Working on the inverter’s positive dc input terminal first, attach one end of the positive dc input cable to the positive dc input terminal on the inverter. 3. Attach ...

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    10 xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide inverter installation 6. Attach the other end of the negative dc input cable to the negative terminal of the battery. If you have installed a battery selector switch, set it to off when making the connection to prevent sparking. Note: this the last cable connect...

  • Page 23: Inverter Operation

    975-0558-01-01 11 inverter operation this section explains how to operate the inverter efficiently and effectively: • gives procedures for operating the inverter from the front panel • discusses operating limits and inverter loads • discusses battery charging frequency • provides information about r...

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    12 xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide inverter operation testing the gfci perform the following gfci test: 1. Turn the inverter on. 2. Plug a simple appliance, such as a lamp, in the gfci outlet. Turn the lamp on. 3. Press the test button. Observe a clicking sound. The lamp turns off. 4. Press the r...

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    975-0558-01-01 13 inverter operation inverter loads the xpower inverter 1500 will operate most ac loads within its power rating. However, some appliances and equipment may be difficult to operate, and other appliances may actually be damaged if you try to operate them with the inverter. Please read ...

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    14 xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide inverter operation recharging batteries when possible, recharge your batteries when they are about 50% discharged or earlier. This gives the batteries a much longer life cycle than recharging when they are more deeply discharged. The xpower inverter 1500 has a b...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    975-0558-01-01 15 troubleshooting this section describes the most common problems you may encounter with the operation of the inverter along with resolutions. If you encounter problems other than what is described in this section, contact customer support at the number listed on “contact information...

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    16 xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide troubleshooting troubleshooting reference note: see table on the following page. Electrical shock hazard do not disassemble the xpower inverter 1500 . It does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or ser...

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    975-0558-01-01 17 troubleshooting table 1 troubleshooting reference problem possible cause solution low output voltage (96 vac–104 vac) you are using a voltmeter that cannot accurately read the rms voltage of a modified sine wave. Low input voltage and the load is close to maximum allowable power. U...

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    18 xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide troubleshooting no output voltage. Fault light is on. Low input voltage high input voltage thermal shutdown unit overload output is short circuited. Recharge the battery; check the connections and cable. Make sure the inverter is connected to a 12 v battery. Che...

  • Page 31: Specifications

    975-0558-01-01 19 specifications note: specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Electrical specifications output power at 77 º f (25 ºc) ambient temperature and 12 vdc input: maximum continuous output power maximum surge power 1500 w 3000 w operating temperature range 0–40 °c (32–1...

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    20 xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide warranty and return information warranty what does this warranty cover and how long does it last? This limited warranty is provided by xantrex technology inc. (“xantrex”) and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your xpower inverter 1500 . This warrant...

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    975-0558-01-01 21 warranty and return information what proof of purchase is required? In any warranty claim, dated proof of purchase must accompany the product and the product must not have been disassembled or modified without prior written authorization by xantrex. Proof of purchase may be in any ...

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    22 xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide warranty and return information disclaimer product t his limited warranty is the sole and exclusive warranty provided by xantrex in connection with your xantrex product and is , where permitted by law , in lieu of all other warranties , conditions , guarantees ,...

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    975-0558-01-01 23 warranty and return information return material authorization policy for those products that are not being repaired in the field and are being returned to xantrex, before returning a product directly to xantrex you must obtain a return material authorization (rma) number and the co...

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    24 xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide warranty and return information information about your system as soon as you open your xpower inverter 1500 package, record the following information and be sure to keep your proof of purchase. If you need to contact customer service, please record the following...

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    Xantrex technology inc. 1 800 670 0707 tel toll free 1 408 987 6030 tel direct 1 800 994 7828 fax toll free customerservice@xantrex.Com www.Xantrex.Com 975-0558-01-01 printed in china..