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Xantrex XPower 500 Owner's Manual
Summary of XPower 500
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Xantrex inverter 500 owner’s guide 44 5- 01 4 0 -0 1 -01 pr in te d i n ch in a web: www.Xantrex.Com email: customerservice@xantrex.Com phone: 1-604-422-8595 phone: 1-800-670-0707 (toll free in north america) fax: 1-604-420-1591 fax: 1-800-994-7828 (toll free in north america).
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About xantrex xantrex technology inc. Is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to 1 mw utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alo...
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Contents i 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2. Important safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 3. Xantrex 500 inverter features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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1 introduction thank you for purchasing the xantrex 500 inverter. The 500 inverter is part of a family of advanced, high- performance power inverters from xantrex, the leader in the field of high-frequency inverter design. Connected directly to a 12 volt battery, the 500 inverter efficiently and rel...
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2 2 important safety information if the 500 inverter is connected or used incorrectly, hazardous conditions may be created. Read and save this safety information, and pay special attention to all caution and warning statements in the guide and on the inverter itself. Warnings and cautions are indica...
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3 warning! Risk of fire or explosion. The 500 inverter contains components that tend to produce arcs or sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not install the inverter in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials or in locations that require ignition- protected equipment. Warning! F...
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4 caution! Risk of damage to the 500 inverter. Reverse battery polarity (negative connected to positive; positive connected to negative) will damage the 500 inverter, and it will require servicing. Damage caused by reverse polarity is not covered by your warranty. Caution! Risk of damage to recharge...
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5 3 xantrex 500 inverter features this section describes the main features of the 500 inverter. Figure 1 shows the inverter’s ac panel. Figure 1 ac panel on the 500 inverter (european ac outlet) ➀ ac outlet an ac outlet is located on one end of the inverter. It allows you to plug in a 230 volt ac pr...
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6 when the inverter is connected to a dc power source and the on/standby switch is on, ac power is available at the outlet. ➂ power light the green pwr light is on all the time when the on/standby switch is on. ➃ fault light the red light indicates that the inverter has shut down because of low or h...
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7 ac outlets depending on your geographic location, your 500 inverter will have one of the following ac outlets. Figure 2 european ac outlet figure 3 british ac outlet figure 4 australian and new zealand ac outlet.
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8 4 connecting the 500 inverter this section explains how to connect the 500 inverter. Choosing a location for the best performance, choose a location that is: • dry do not expose the inverter to water drip or spray. • cool operate the inverter in ambient temperatures between 0° c and 40° c (32° f a...
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9 connecting the 500 inverter to dc power warning! Corrosive materials and energy hazard. To reduce the risk of irritation and burns, wear protective eyewear and clothing when you work with batteries. Take special care to ensure that metal tools or personal objects like rings or watches do not conta...
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10 you can make a temporary or a permanent connection between the inverter and the 12 volt dc power source. • use the battery clip wire assembly to make a temporary connection ( page 11 ). • hardwire the inverter to the battery to make a permanent connection ( page 13 ). Refer to figure 5 and figure...
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11 using the battery clip wire assembly warning! Corrosive materials and energy hazard. To reduce the risk of irritation and burns, wear protective eyewear and clothing when you work with batteries. Take special care to ensure that metal tools or personal objects like rings or watches do not contact...
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12 to connect the inverter to a 12 volt battery using the battery clip wire assembly: 1. Remove the nuts from the dc terminals on the inverter. 2. Place the red ring connector on the red (positive +) dc terminal, and then screw the red nut on until it is snug. Do not over tighten. 3. Attach the red ...
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13 hardwiring the inverter to the battery a hardwired installation is illustrated in figure 6 . Figure 6 hardwiring the 500 inverter to a 12 volt battery to hardwire the inverter to a 12 volt battery: 1. Cut the clips off the cable clip wire assembly. Warning! Shock and fire hazard. Use a qualified ...
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14 2. Using 8.4mm 2 (8 awg) wire or heavier, extend the power cord if you need to, to a maximum total length of 2 meters (6.5 feet) including the existing 500 inverter power cord length. Solder all connections and make sure they are properly insulated by using electrical tape or heat shrinkable tubi...
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15 6. Remove the nuts from the dc terminals on the inverter. 7. Place the red ring connector on the red (positive +) dc terminal on the inverter, and then screw the red nut on.
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16 5 operating the 500 inverter this section describes normal operation as well as several problems that could occur when you use the inverter. If you have a problem, see “troubleshooting” on page 20 . Operating statuses • normal operation when you connect the inverter to your vehicle’s 12 volt sour...
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17 that occurs when the engine starts may trigger a low voltage shutdown. • ac overload shutdown if you connect an ac load rated higher than 500 watts or 2.2 amps or that draws excessive surge power, the 500 inverter shuts down. The pwr light stays on, and the light comes on to indicate that the inv...
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18 interference with electronic equipment most ac products operate with the 500 inverter as they would with household ac power with the following exceptions. Buzzing sound some inexpensive stereo systems and “boom boxes” have inadequate internal power supply filtering and buzz slightly when powered ...
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19 6 battery operating time the battery operating time of the 500 inverter depends on the charge level of the battery, battery capacity, and the amount of power drawn by the particular ac load. With a typical vehicle battery and a 300 watt load, you can expect one or more hours of operating time. To...
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20 7 troubleshooting this section describes problems you could encounter, as well as symptoms, possible causes, and various remedies. The ac load will not operate; red light is on. Symptom an ac load is plugged in or turned on, operates for one to ten seconds, and then shuts down. Symptom the ac loa...
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21 symptom the ac load runs for more than one minute, the alarm sounds, and the light comes on. The inverter is warm or hot to touch. The alarm may sound. The ac load will not operate; no inverter lights are on. Symptom the inverter has been connected to the 12 volt battery and the battery is charge...
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22 measured inverter output voltage is too low. Symptom the ac voltmeter reading is 5 to 15 volts too low. Battery operating time is less than expected. Symptom the inverter runs for a while, and then the light comes on. The inverter is cool or warm to touch. Possible cause suggested remedy a standa...
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23 8 warranty information what does this warranty cover? Xantrex manufactures its products from parts and components that are new or equivalent to new, in accordance with industry standard practices. This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials. How long does the coverage last? This ...
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24 building replacement products. If xantrex repairs or replaces a product, its warranty term is not extended. Xantrex owns all parts removed from repaired products. Service during warranty in order to qualify for the warranty, dated proof of purchase must be provided and the product must not be dis...
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25 you must obtain a return material authorization (rma) number from xantrex before returning a product directly to xantrex. Do not return a product to xantrex without first obtaining an rma number. When you contact xantrex to obtain service, be prepared to supply the serial number of your product a...
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26 to return your 500 inverter for out-of-warranty service, contact xantrex customer service for a return material authorization (rma) number, and follow the other steps outlined in “to xantrex” on page 24 . Options for payment, such as credit card or money order, will be explained by the customer s...
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27 9 specifications specifications may change without notice. Electrical ac receptacles 1 ac output voltage 230 volts ac rms ± 5% ac output frequency 50 ± 3 hz ac output waveform modified sine wave maximum continuous ac output power 500 watts maximum ac output surge power 1000 watts dc input voltage...
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28 physical regulatory dimensions (l x w x h) 240mm x 112mm x 66mm (9.5 in. X 4.4 in. X 2.6 in.) weight 1.2 kg (2.6 lb.) ce mark low voltage directive emc directive e mark automotive emc directive tuv/type approved certified to en60950