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XPower 1500 Owner's Manual

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    By xpower inverter 1500 owner's guide 975-0166-01-01 rev. B printed in china t 1-800-394-0440 (toll free in north america) 1-360-925-5097 (direct) f 1-800-994-7828 (toll free in north america) 1-360-925-5143 (direct) e customerservice@xantrex.Com www.Xantrex.Com artwork no. 975-0166-01-01 rev. B 200...

  • Page 2: Xpower Inverter 1500

    By xpower inverter 1500 owner’s guide.

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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 one mw utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-a...

  • Page 4: About This Guide

    Iii about this guide purpose the purpose of this owner’s guide is to provideexplanations and procedures for installing, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the xpower inverter 1500. Scope the guide provides safety guidelines, detailed planning and setup information, procedures for installing...

  • Page 5: Conventions Used

    About this guide iv 975-0166-01-01 conventions used the following conventions are used in this guide. Related information you can find more information about xantrex technology inc. As well as its products and services at www.Xantrex.Com warning warnings identify conditions that could result in pers...

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    V important safety instructions 1. Before installing and using the xpower inverter 1500, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the xpower 1500, the batteries, and all appropriate sections of this guide. 2. Do not expose the xpower 1500 to rain, snow, spray, or bilge water. To reduce risk ...

  • Page 7: Explosive Gas Precautions

    Safety vi 975-0166-01-01 explosive gas precautions 1. Working in the vicinity of lead-acid batteries is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal operation. Therefore, you must read this guide and follow the instructions exactly before installing or using your xpower 1500. 2. This ...

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    Safety 975-0166-01-01 vii precautions when working with batteries 1. Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed. 2. Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated. 3. Never smoke or allow a spark or ...

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    Safety viii 975-0166-01-01 precautions for using rechargeable appliances 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 small rechargeable batteries can be damaged...

  • Page 10: Contents

    975-0166-01-01 ix important safety instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -v 1 introduction quality power - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–1 ease of use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ...

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    X 4 operation turning the inverter on and off - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–1 operating several loads at once - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–2 turning the inverter off between uses - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ...

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    Contents 975-0166-01-01 xi battery tips - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -b–7 c alternators and charging systems charging system requirements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -c–1 charging with an e...

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    Xii.

  • Page 14: Introduction

    1–1 1 introduction congratulations on your purchase of the xpower inverter 1500! The xpower 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 feature...

  • Page 15: Ease of Use

    Introduction 1–2 975-0166-01-01 ease of use superior features and rugged durability have been combined with ease of use: • the xpower 1500 is compact, light weight, and easy to install. • loads can be powered directly from the ac outlets. Comprehensive protection the xpower 1500 is equipped with num...

  • Page 16: Features

    2–1 2 features chapter 2 describes the main features of the xpower 1500. Xantrex recommends that you familiarize yourself with them before installing and operating the inverter. Materials list your xpower 1500 package includes: • one xpower 1500 • two 5/16" lock washers (on the dc input cable termin...

  • Page 17: Ac Panel

    Features 2–2 975-0166-01-01 ac panel figure 2-1 ac panel feature description 1 on/off switch turns the inverter’s control circuit on and off. This switch is not a power disconnect switch. Disconnect ac and dc power before working on any circuits connected to the inverter. 2 power light is a green li...

  • Page 18: Dc Panel

    Dc panel 975-0166-01-01 2–3 dc panel l figure 2-2 dc panel feature description 1 chassis ground screw connects to vehicle chassis, dc grounding bus or to engine’s negative bus. 2 positive dc cabling terminal always connects to the cable connected to the positive terminal of the battery. 3 negative d...

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    2–4.

  • Page 20: Installation

    3–1 3 installation chapter 3 provides information on cables and fuses to help you plan for your installation and provide procedures for installing the xpower 1500. Xantrex highly recommends that you read the entire chapter before beginning the installation procedures so that you can plan an installa...

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    Installation 3–2 975-0166-01-01 figure 3-1 configuration for normal loads.

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    Designing your installation 975-0166-01-01 3–3 figure 3-2 configuration for heavy loads.

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    Installation 3–4 975-0166-01-01 installation codes governing installation codes vary depending on the location and type of installation. Electrical installations must meet local and national wiring codes and should be performed by a qualified electrician. In residential applications, electrical code...

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    Designing your installation 975-0166-01-01 3–5 choosing an appropriate location the xpower 1500 must only be installed in a location that is: : warning: explosion or fire hazard the xpower 1500 contains components that tend to produce arcs or sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not install the ...

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    Installation 3–6 975-0166-01-01 calculating cable sizes to operate safely and effectively, the xpower 1500 needs proper cables and fuses. Because the xpower 1500 has low-voltage and high-current input, it is essential that you use low-resistance wiring between the battery and the inverter to deliver...

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    Designing your installation 975-0166-01-01 3–7 calculating size of chassis ground cable refer to table 3-2 to plan the size of the chassis ground cable that runs from the grounding point to the chassis ground screw on the inverter’s dc panel. Table 3-1 recommended dc input wire size & length cable l...

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    Installation 3–8 975-0166-01-01 calculating fuse/circuit breaker size because your batteries can provide thousands of amps of short-circuit current, you need fuses or circuit breakers that can safely withstand the short-circuit current that the batteries can produce. To select the correct fuse type ...

  • Page 28: Installing The Xpower 1500

    Installing the xpower 1500 975-0166-01-01 3–9 installing the xpower 1500 do not proceed with the installation of your xpower 1500 until you have read the section, “designing your installation” on page 3–1. The more thorough your planning, the better your power needs will be met to achieve maximum pe...

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    Installation 3–10 975-0166-01-01 materials the following checklist is a general list of required materials. • four corrosion-resistant fasteners sized #10 or larger for mounting the inverter • dc cable assembly supplied with the unit (for power requirements of less than 1000 w) • lugs and terminals ...

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    Installing the xpower 1500 975-0166-01-01 3–11 overview of installation steps these are the three steps for installing your xpower 1500. Do not proceed with installation until you have read “designing your installation” on page 3–1. 1. Mount the inverter. 2. Connect the chassis ground. 3. Connect th...

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    Installation 3–12 975-0166-01-01 connecting the chassis ground the xpower 1500 has a screw terminal labelled chassis gnd on the rear panel as shown in figure 3-3. Follow the guidelines in “grounding locations” to connect the inverter’s chassis to the ground. Grounding locations you must connect the ...

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    Installing the xpower 1500 975-0166-01-01 3–13 chassis ground screw xantrex recommends that you attach the cable to the chassis ground screw with a ring terminal. This procedure will ensure that the wire does not slip off the chassis ground screw. To connect the cable to the chassis ground screw: 1....

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    Installation 3–14 975-0166-01-01 terminal. (you may find it more convenient to have the crimp connectors attached by the company that sells you the cable and/or connectors.) 4. For each cable end that will be connected to the inverter, strip 1/2" (13 mm) to 3/4" (19 mm) of insulation from the cable....

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    Installing the xpower 1500 975-0166-01-01 3–15 10. Attach a short dc cable to the unconnected end of the dc fuse holder. Tighten this connection to the fuse manufacturer’s recommended torque. 11. Observing polarity carefully, connect the other end of the cable from the fuse holder to the positive (+...

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    3–16.

  • Page 36: Operation

    4–1 4 operation chapter 4 explains how to operate the xpower 1500 efficiently and effectively. Specifically, this chapter: • gives procedures for operating the inverter from the front panel • discusses operating limits and inverter loads • discusses battery charging frequency • provides information ...

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    Operation 4–2 975-0166-01-01 operating several loads at once if you are going to operate several loads from the xpower 1500, turn them on one at a time after you have turned the inverter on. Turning loads on separately helps to ensure that the inverter does not have to deliver the starting current f...

  • Page 38: Operating Limits

    Operating limits 975-0166-01-01 4–3 operating limits power output the xpower 1500 can deliver up to 1500 watts continuous. The wattage rating applies to resistive loads such as incandescent lights. Input voltage the allowable xpower 1500 input voltage ranges are shown in the following table: operati...

  • Page 39: Inverter Loads

    Operation 4–4 975-0166-01-01 inverter loads the xpower 1500 will operate most ac loads within its power rating of 1500 watts. 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 xpower 1500. Please read ...

  • Page 40: Routine Maintenance

    Routine maintenance 975-0166-01-01 4–5 routine maintenance xpower 1500 unit minimal maintenance is required to keep your xpower 1500 operating properly. Periodically you should: • clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth to prevent the accumulation of dust and dirt. • ensure that the dc cabl...

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    4–6.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    5–1 5 troubleshooting chapter 5 will help you identify the source of most problems that can occur with the xpower 1500. If you have a problem with the inverter, please review this chapter before contacting xantrex customer service. If you are unable to solve a problem and need to contact xantrex, re...

  • Page 43: Common Problems

    Troubleshooting 5–2 975-0166-01-01 common problems buzz in audio equipment some inexpensive stereo systems may emit a buzzing noise from their loudspeakers when operated from the xpower 1500. This occurs because the power supply in the audio system does not adequately filter the modified sine wave p...

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting Reference

    Troubleshooting reference 975-0166-01-01 5–3 troubleshooting reference warning: electrical shock and burn hazard do not disassemble the xpower 1500. It does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Attempting to service the unit yourself could result in an electrical shock or burn. Caution: equipment...

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    Troubleshooting 5–4 975-0166-01-01 no output voltage. Both the power light and fault light are off. No output voltage. Fault light is on. The inverter is off. No power to the inverter. The inverter could have been connected with reverse dc input polarity. Low input voltage high input voltage turn th...

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    Troubleshooting reference 975-0166-01-01 5–5 *manual reset: to restart the unit manually, turn the unit’s main on/ off switch to off and then to on. Thermal shutdown unit overload output is short circuited. Allow the unit to cool off. Reduce the load if continuous operation is required. Manual reset...

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    5–6.

  • Page 48: Specifications

    A–1 a specifications appendix a contains electrical performance and physical specifications for the xpower 1500. Electrical performance physical specifications specifications are subject to change without notice. Electrical performance xpower 1500 output power at 77 º f (25 ºc) ambient temperature a...

  • Page 49: Dimensions For Mounting

    Specifications a–2 975-0166-01-01 dimensions for mounting.

  • Page 50: Battery Types

    B–1 b battery types the information in chapter b will help you to select, connect, and maintain batteries that are most appropriate for your application. The batteries that you use strongly affect the performance of the xpower 1500. It is important to connect the inverter to the correct size and typ...

  • Page 51: Battery Size

    Battery types b–2 975-0166-01-01 deep-cycle batteries deep-cycle batteries are designed for deep discharge service where they will be repeatedly discharged and recharged. They are marketed for use in recreational vehicles, boats, and electric golf carts—so you may see them referred to as rv batterie...

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    Battery size 975-0166-01-01 b–3 battery reserve capacity battery reserve capacity is a measure of how long a battery can deliver a certain amount of current—usually 25 amps. For example, a battery with a reserve capacity of 180 minutes can deliver 25 amps for 180 minutes before it is completely disc...

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    Battery types b–4 975-0166-01-01 estimating battery requirements to determine how much battery capacity you need: 1. Determine how many watts are consumed by each appliance that you will operate from the xpower 1500. You can normally find the watt rating labelled on the product. If only the current ...

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    Estimating battery requirements 975-0166-01-01 b–5 this example illustrates how quickly your battery needs can escalate. To reduce the required battery size, you can conserve energy by eliminating or reducing the use of some loads or by re-charging more frequently. When sizing your battery, resist t...

  • Page 55: Using Multiple Batteries

    Battery types b–6 975-0166-01-01 using multiple batteries as your power requirements increase, you may need to use more than one battery to obtain sufficient capacity. Read “two batteries connected in parallel” and “two separate battery banks” to determine whether two batteries or two battery banks ...

  • Page 56: Battery Tips

    Battery tips 975-0166-01-01 b–7 battery tips explosive/ corrosive gases lead-acid batteries may emit hydrogen gases, oxygen, and sulfuric acid fumes when recharging. To reduce the risk of explosion: • vent the battery compartment to prevent the accumulation of gases. • do not install electronic or e...

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    Battery types b–8 975-0166-01-01 battery connections connections to battery posts must be made with permanent connectors that provide a reliable, low-resistance connection. Do not use alligator clips. Clean the connections regularly and prevent corrosion by using a protective spray coating or vaseli...

  • Page 58: Alternators and Charging

    C–1 c alternators and charging systems appendix c provides guidelines for recharging batteries from an alternator, from ac power, and from alternate energy sources. A good charging system is important for the health of your batteries. Poor recharging methods can quickly damage batteries. Charging sy...

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    Alternators and charging systems c–2 975-0166-01-01 charging with an engine alternator read the following information to determine whether your vehicle’s standard alternator will be adequate by itself, whether you should install an alternator controller, or whether you need a high-output alternator....

  • Page 60: Charging From Ac Power

    Charging from ac power 975-0166-01-01 c–3 charging from ac power when recharging from ac power, use a good quality marine battery charger or rv converter that meets the requirements outlined in “charging system requirements” on page c–1. For information about xantrex’s battery chargers, visit our we...

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    C–4.

  • Page 62: Warranty

    975-0166-01-01 wa–1 warranty and return information warranty what does this warranty cover? This limited warranty is provided by xantrex technology, inc. ("xantrex") and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your xpower inverter 1500. This warranty period lasts for 6 months from the date of...

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    Warranty and return wa–2 975-0166-01-01 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 one of the...

  • Page 64: Disclaimer

    Warranty and return 975-0166-01-01 wa–3 disclaimer product this 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, representations, obligations and li...

  • Page 65: Return Procedure

    Warranty and return wa–4 975-0166-01-01 return procedure suggested method direct to place of purchase please return your xpower inverter 1500 directly to the place of purchase, preferably using the original box and packing materials. Alternative method direct to xantrex in the event that you no long...

  • Page 66: Out Of Warranty Service

    Warranty and return 975-0166-01-01 wa–5 out of warranty service if the warranty period for your xpower inverter 1500 has expired, if the unit was damaged by misuse or incorrect installation, if other conditions of the warranty have not been met, or if no dated proof of purchase is available, your in...

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    Warranty and return wa–6 975-0166-01-01 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 details before calling. This ...