Xantrex 1750 User's Manual
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1. C 3 Charging From AC Power C 3 Charging From Alternative Energy Sources C 3 Product and System Information Warranty D 2 Return Material Authorization Policy D 3 Return Material Procedure D 3 Information About Your System D 5 Index IX 1 xi Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the XPower Plus The XPower Plus inverter 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 of the XPower Plus Introduction Quality Power The XPower Plus is a quality inverter designed for recreational vehicle RV marine and truck applications e The XPower 1200 Plus provides up to 1000 watts of continuous power It is designed to handle loads such as 600 watt microwaves TVs VCRs and midsized power tools The XPower 1750 Plus provides up to 1500 watts of continuous power It is designed to handle loads such as 1000 watt microwaves refrigerators small freezers circular saws and small air compressors e inverter s high surge capability lets you handle many hard to2. 3 14 Overview of Installation Steps 3 16 Optional Installing the Remote On Off Switch 3 16 Mounting the Inverter 3 16 Connecting the Chassis Ground 3 17 Connecting the DC Cables 3 19 4 Operation Turning the Inverter On and Off 4 2 Operating Several Loads at Once 4 2 Turning the Inverter Off Between Charges 4 2 Input Voltage Display 4 3 Output Power Indicator 4 3 Operating Limits 4 3 Power Output 4 3 Input Voltage 4 4 Inverter Loads 44 High Surge Loads 4 4 Trouble Loads 4 5 Connecting Appliances to the XPower Plus 4 5 Routine Maintenance 4 6 5 Troubleshooting Common Problems 5 2 Buzz in Audio Equipment 5 2 Television Recepti
3. Some appliances including the types listed below may be damaged if they are connected to the XPower Plus Electronics that modulate RF radio frequency signals on the AC line will not work and may be damaged e Speed controllers found in some fans power tools kitchen appliances and other loads may be damaged Some chargers for small rechargeable batteries can be damaged See Precautions For Using Rechargeable Appliances on page vii for details e Metal halide arc HMI lights be damaged Note If you are unsure about powering any device with the XPower Plus contact the manufacturer of the device When possible recharge your batteries when they are about 5096 discharged or earlier This gives the batteries a much longer life cycle than recharging when they are almost completely discharged For information about Xantrex battery chargers see our web site at www xantrex com Connecting Appliances to the XPower Plus Since regular amounts of AC current flows between the XPower Plus and your appliances commonly available extension cords can be used to connect the XPower Plus to your appliances If your appliance will be connected at a considerable distance from the XPower Plus it is much more practical and less expensive to lengthen the AC wiring than it is to lengthen the DC wiring 4 5 Operation Routine Maintenance 4 6 Minimal maintenance is required to keep your XPower Plus operating properly Periodic
4. CAUTI ON Do not over tighten the nut on the DC input terminals Damage to the DC input terminals may result The maximum torque setting is 6 3 6 6 foot pounds 8 5 9 0 Nm CAUTI ON Reverse Polarity DC power connections to the XPower Plus must be positive to positive and negative to negative A reverse polarity connection positive to negative will blow a fuse in the inverter and may permanently damage the inverter The fuse is not user replaceable and the inverter may need to be returned for servicing Damage caused by a reverse polarity connection is not covered by your warranty 10 Before proceeding double check that the cable you have just installed connects the positive DC terminal of the inverter to the fuse holder and that the other end of the fuse holder is connected to the positive terminal on the battery Installing the XPower Plus i WARNI NG Explosion or Fire Do not complete the next step if flammable fumes are present Explosion or fire may result Thoroughly ventilate the battery compartment before making this connection 11 12 13 14 15 Connect the cable from the negative post of the battery to the negative DC terminal of the inverter Install the lock washer and nut that are supplied Tighten the nut to a torque of 6 3 6 6 foot pounds 8 5 9 0 Nm Make the connection snug enough so the ring terminal does not move around on the DC terminal but do not overtighten
5. Off Switch If you are installing the optional Remote On Off Switch see the installation instructions in the Remote On Off Switch package Note Run the cable to the inverter and plug the cable into the remote switch jack on the bottom of the inverter before mounting the inverter The remote switch jack is not accessible once the inverter is mounted Mounting the I nverter Do not mount the inverter under the hood of your vehicle See Choosing an Appropriate Location on page 3 5 To mount the XPower Plus 1 Make sure the On Off switch is in the Off position 2 Select an appropriate mounting location and orientation The XPower Plus must be oriented in one of the following ways e Horizontally on a vertical surface The ventilation opening on the DC end must not point up or down On or under a horizontal surface 3 Hold the inverter against the mounting surface mark the positions of the mounting screws and then remove the inverter Pilot drill the four mounting holes 5 Fasten the inverter to the mounting surface using corrosion resistant fasteners sized 10 or larger Installing the XPower Plus Connecting the Chassis Ground AN WARNI NG Electrical Shock Hazard Never operate the XPower Plus without properly connecting the chassis ground Electrical shock hazard could result from improper grounding The XPower Plus has a screw terminal labelled CHASSIS GND on the rear panel as shown in Figure 3
6. Refer to Table 3 3 to plan the DC cabling e Keep all cables as short as possible and ensure that each cable between the inverter and the battery is no longer than 6 feet 1 8 m Do not use aluminum cable It has about 1 3 more resistance than copper cable of the same size and it is difficult to make good low resistance connections to aluminum wire e Xantrex recommends that you use oil resistant cable Table 3 3 Recommended DC Input Wire Sizes amp Lengths XPower 1750 Plus RV Recreational Vehicle and Marine Cable length Battery to Inverter Maximum Battery one way Minimum Cable Size Fuse Size 2 feet 0 6 m No 1 0 AWG 250 Adc 6 feet 1 8 m No 1 0 AWG 250 Adc Note Never use a cable longer than 6 feet 1 8 m with the XPower 1750 Plus Appropriate size cable can be bought at a welding supply house or a marine supply store 1 Based on US National Electrical Code NFPA70 Article 551 and Table 310 17 90C cables located outside of engine spaces 2 Based on ABYC American Boat and Yacht Council Recommended Practice E 9 Table IV 75C cables located outside of engine spaces maximum 3 volt age drop Designing Your Installation Calculating Size of Chassis Ground Cable for XPower 1750 Plus Refer to Table 3 4 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 4 Recommended Chassis Ground Cab
7. This the last cable connection If you do not have a battery selector switch that is between the inverter and batteries and that is in the Off position a spark is normal when you make the connection The connection sequence in Step 12 ensures that the spark happens away from the batteries reducing the risk of fire or explosion If you have installed a battery selector switch use it to select one of the batteries or battery banks house bank preferred over start bank Move the inverter s On Off switch to the On position The Power light should come on indicating that the XPower Plus is ready for operation Check the INPUT VOLTAGE DISPLAY It should read between 12 and 13 volts depending on the condition of the battery If it does not check your battery and the connection to the inverter and the state of charge of the battery Operation Chapter 4 explains how to operate the XPower Plus efficiently and effectively Specifically this chapter Gives procedures for operating the inverter from the front panel e Discusses operating limits and inverter loads e Discusses battery charging frequency e Provides information about routine maintenance Operation Turning the Inverter On and Off The On Off switch on the inverter s front panel turns the control circuit in the XPower Plus on and off To turn the inverter on and off from its front panel e Move the On Off switch to the On position to turn the inverter on e M
8. maintenance free type check the electrolyte level at least once a month Excessive fluid loss is a sign of overcharging Replenish the electrolyte using only distilled water B 7 Battery Types and Sizes B 8 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 Vaseline Battery State of Charge You can measure battery state of charge with a hydrometer or approximate state of charge with a voltmeter Use a digital voltmeter that can display tenths or hundredths of a volt when measuring 10 to 30 volts Make your measurements when the battery has not been charged or discharged for several hours For a deep cycle battery at 77 F 25 C use the following table Battery Voltage State of Charge 12 7 13 0 100 12 5 12 6 80 12 3 12 4 60 12 1 12 2 40 11 9 12 0 20 Alternators and Charging Systems A good charging system is important for the health of your batteries Poor recharging methods can quickly damage batteries Appendix C provides guidelines for recharging batteries from an alternator from AC power and from alternate energy sources Alternators and Charging Systems Charging System Requirements Your charging system should be capable of delivering a charging current equal to 25 of the
9. start loads including large TVs refrigerators and small freezers e The unit s low standby battery demand means you don t have to worry about excessive drain on your battery if you leave the inverter on for a few days When the inverter is on but no power is being supplied to a load the inverter draws less than 400 mA from the battery The cooling fan in the inverter is thermally activated and comes on when the inverter becomes warm The fan turns off automatically after the inverter has cooled Ease of Use Superior features and rugged durability have been combined with ease of use e The unit is compact light weight and easy to install e Loads be powered directly from the AC outlets e Easy to read indicators on the front panel let you monitor system performance at a glance e An optional Remote On Off Switch lets you control the inverter from a convenient location up to 20 feet 6 m away while the inverter itself is mounted out of sight 1 2 Comprehensive Protection Comprehensive Protection The XPower Plus is equipped with numerous protection features to guarantee safe and trouble free operation Low battery alarm Alerts you if the battery has become discharged to 10 7 V or lower Low battery voltage shutdown Shuts the inverter down automatically if the battery voltage drops below 10 0 volts This feature protects the battery from being completely discharged High battery voltage shutdown S
10. 3 Follow the guidelines in Grounding Locations to connect the inverter s chassis to the ground 10 15VDC 200A MAX INPUT POS CHASSIS GND 39 WARNING REVERSE POLARITY WILL DAMAGE UNIT Figure 3 3 DC Panel Connections XPower 1750 Plus shown Grounding Locations You must connect the chassis ground terminal to a grounding point The grounding point varies depending on where you install the XPower Plus For recommended chassis ground cable size for the XPower 1200 Plus see Calculating Size of Chassis Ground Cable for XPower 1200 Plus Table 3 2 on page 3 8 For recommended chassis ground cable size for the XPower 1750 Plus see Calculating Size of Chassis Ground Cable for XPower 1750 Plus Table 3 4 on page 3 11 Follow the instructions that correspond to your type of installation To connect the chassis ground terminal to a grounding point gt Recreational Vehicle Connect the CHASSIS GND screw to the vehicle s chassis using recommended copper wire if insulated then green insulation with or without one or more yellow stripes or larger Installation gt Marine Connect the CHASSIS GND screw to the boat s DC grounding bus or the engine s negative bus using the recommended copper wire that is bare or has insulation rated at 90 C Chassis Ground Screw Xantrex recommends that you attach the cable to the chassis ground screw with a ring terminal This procedure will ens
11. Ah used between charges to get the recommended battery size in Ah See the battery sizing example that follows Battery Sizing Example This battery sizing example illustrates a typical calculation assuming an opportunity to charge the batteries every three days B 4 Daily watt hours A Power B Operating needed for this Consumption Time per Day appliance Appliance Watts Hours 2 A x B TV amp VCR 200W 2 hours 400 Wh Microwave oven 1400 W 15 min 1 4 hour 350 Wh 3 Jamps 60 W each 180W 4 hours 720 Wh Coffee maker 600 W 15 min 1 4 hour 150 Wh Hair dryer 1500 W 6 min 1 10 hour 150 Wh Steam iron 700 W 6 min 1 10 hour 70 Wh Total daily watt hours of AC load 1840 Wh x Number of days between charges 3 Total watt hours of AC load between charges 5520 Wh Battery Ah used between charges divide by 10 552 Ah Recommended Battery Bank Size in Ah multiply by 2 1104 Ah Estimating Battery Requirements 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 the temptation to skip the last step of this calculation multiplying by 2 More capacity is better since you will have more reserve capacity be better able to handle large loads and surge loads and your battery won
12. RISK Date and Revision January 2002 Revision 1 Part number 445 0145 01 01 Contact I nformation Phone 1 800 670 0707 toll free in North America Phone 1 604 420 1585 outside of North America Fax 1 800 994 7828 toll free in North America Fax 1 604 420 1591 outside of North America Email CustomerService xantrex com Web WWW xantrex com About This Guide Conventions Used The following conventions are used in this guide WARNING Warnings identify conditions that could result personal injury or loss of life CAUTION Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the XPower Plus or other equipment Important These notes describe an important action item or an item that you must pay attention to Note Notes describe additional information which may add to your understanding of how to use the inverter References to XPower Plus In this guide both the XPower 1200 Plus and the XPower 1750 Plus are referred to as XPower Plus when the information applies to both models However when the information is specific to one model then reference is made specifically to the XPower 1200 Plus or to the XPower 1750 Plus Related Information You can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc as well as its products and services at www xantrex com Important Safety Information Important Before installing and using your XPower Plus be sure t
13. Vent the battery compartment to prevent the accumulation of gases e Do not install electronic or electrical equipment in the battery compartment Do not smoke or use an open flame when working around batteries Temperature Sensitivity The capacity of lead acid batteries is temperature sensitive Battery capacity is rated at 77 F 25 C At 0 F 20 C the Ah capacity is about half the rated capacity You should consider temperature when designing your system Low Temperatures If extremely low temperatures are expected where the inverter is going to be located you should consider a heated equipment room If the system is located in an unheated space an insulated battery enclosure is recommended High Temperatures The batteries should also be protected from high temperatures These can be caused by high ambient temperatures solar heating of the battery enclosure or heat released by a nearby engine or generator High battery temperatures shorten battery life and therefore you should ventilate the enclosure and use shade and insulation as appropriate Discharged Batteries Do not leave batteries in a discharged state for more than a day or two They will undergo a chemical process sulfation that can permanently damage the battery As well batteries self discharge over a period of three to six months and they should be recharged periodically even if they are not being used Electrolyte Level If your batteries are not the
14. amp hour capacity of your battery For example if you have a 200 Ah battery the charging system should be able to deliver 50 amps The charging system must also be able to charge each 12 volt battery up to approximately 14 4 V and then drop back to a float voltage of 13 5 14 V or shut off i CAUTI ON Never operate the XPower Plus directly from an alternator To work properly the inverter must be connected to a battery or a well regulated high current DC power supply 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 Using a Standard Vehicle Alternator C 2 A typical engine alternator 12 volts may not be able to meet the requirements outlined above if your system uses large capacity batteries Alternators are typically rated for the current they can deliver when they are cold When in use alternators heat up and their output current capability drops by as much as 25 Therefore standard alternators with ratings of 40 105 amps only deliver a maximum of 30 80 amps in actual use and deliver even less as battery voltage rises Many alternators cannot produce more than 13 6 volts when they are hot As a result a standard alternator may not be able to charge a large battery quickly and completely Two solutions are to install
15. an alternator controller or to install a high output alternator Charging From AC Power Using an Alternator Controller If your regular alternator is inadequate you can install an alternator controller that bypasses the voltage regulator and boosts the alternator s output voltage during charging This will increase the alternator s charging rate at higher battery voltages and ensure more rapid and complete charging Alternator controllers are available from marine product dealers Using a High Output Alternator Heavy duty alternators rated from 100 140 A can replace standard alternators and produce the higher current and voltage required to charge multiple battery systems They are available from RV and marine dealers as well as auto parts suppliers 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 2 For information about Xantrex s battery chargers visit our web site at www xantrex com or call Customer Service on page i Do not use chargers intended for occasional recharging of automotive starting batteries These chargers are not intended for continuous use Charging From Alternative Energy Sources You can also charge your batteries from alternative energy sources such as solar panels wind or hydro systems Make sure you use the appropriate battery charge controller for your
16. and the cost is lower Do not mount the inverter where it will be exposed to gases produced by batteries Battery gases are corrosive and prolonged exposure to battery gases will damage the inverter 3 5 Installation Calculating Cable Sizes for XPower 1200 Plus 3 6 To operate safely and effectively the XPower 1200 Plus needs proper cables and fuses Because the XPower 1200 Plus has low voltage and high current input it is essential that you use low resistance wiring between the battery and the inverter to deliver the maximum amount of usable energy to your load For safe and efficient operation you will need to calculate cable sizes for your DC input cables from the battery to inverter one way e Chassis ground cable from the grounding point to the chassis ground screw on the inverter s DC panel See DC Panel Connections XPower 1750 Plus shown Figure 3 3 on page 3 17 WARNING Fire Hazard Never use a cable longer than 5 feet 1 5 meters A cable longer than 5 feet 1 5 meters can potentially generate enough heat to start a fire or result in poor inverter performance Designing Your Installation Calculating Size of DC Input Cables for XPower 1200 Plus Refer to Table 3 1 to plan the DC input cabling for your particular application e Keep all cables as short as possible and ensure that each cable between the inverter and the battery is no longer than 5 feet 1 5 m Do not use alum
17. date D 5 serial number D 3 D 5 trouble loads 4 5 turning off between charges 4 2 turning on and off 4 2 J jack to connect remote On Off switch 2 4 L loads chargers 4 5 electronics 4 5 fans 4 5 power tools 4 5 resistive 4 3 speed controllers 4 5 trouble 4 5 low battery alarm 4 4 5 4 M materials list for XPower Plus 2 2 metal halide arc lights damage to 4 5 motors Index difficulty starting 4 4 induction 4 4 mounting flanges 2 4 mounting location 3 5 mounting orientation 3 16 O On Off switch front panel illustration and description 2 4 using 4 2 Output Power Indicator 2 4 4 3 5 3 output voltage low 5 3 P power light 2 4 power output 4 3 power tools 1 2 power tools battery operated vii precautions explosive gas vi when using rechargeable appliances vii when working with batteries vi product information recording 2 2 proof of purchase D 3 D 5 pumps 44 purchase date D 5 R recommended chassis ground cable sizes XPower 1200 Plus 3 8 XPower 1750 Plus 3 11 recommended DC input wire sizes amp lengths for XPower 1750 Plus 3 10 recommended DC input wires sizes amp lengths for XPower 1200 Plus 3 7 remote on off switch dimensions 2 2 optional accessory 2 2 part number 2 2 purchasing 2 2 1X 3 Index remote switch jack 2 4 reserve capacity B 3 residential 3 4 Return Material Authorization number D 3 returning products how to package D 3 policy D 3 p
18. particular energy source N CAUTION Never operate the XPower Plus directly from an energy source such as a solar panel The inverter must be connected to a battery or a well regulated high current DC power supply to work properly C 3 Product and System Information Appendix D contains the warranty for your XPower Plus as well as instructions for returning the product for servicing Appendix D also has a form where you can record information Information About Your System on page D 5 in case you need to contact Customer Service Product and System Information Warranty D 2 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 warranty lasts for twelve months from the date of purchase Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to twelve months from the date of purchase Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you What does this warranty not cover This warranty will not apply where the product has been misused neglected improperly installed physically damaged or altered either internally or externally or damaged from improper use or use in an unsuitable envir
19. t be discharged as deeply Battery life is directly dependent on how deeply the battery is discharged The deeper the discharge the shorter the battery life Battery Sizing Worksheet Use the following worksheet to calculate your battery needs To ensure sufficient battery capacity be generous when estimating the operating time per day for each of the loads you will run Daily watt A B hours needed Power OperatingTime for this Consumption per day appliance Appliance Watts Hours 2 A x B W hours Wh W hours Wh W hours Wh W hours Wh W hours Wh W hours Wh W hours Wh W hours Wh Total daily watt hours of AC load Wh x Number of days between charges Total watt hours of AC load between charges Wh Battery Ah used between charges divide by 10 Ah Recommended Battery Bank Size in Ah multiply by 2 Ah B 5 Battery Types and Sizes 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 are more appropriate for your applications Two Batteries Connected In Parallel Two identical batteries can be connected positive to positive and negative to negative in a parallel system A parallel system doubles capacity and maintains
20. the battery Ventilation Opening must not be obstructed for the proper operation of the inverter The openings on the bottom of the inverter not shown must also not be obstructed When the inverter is mounted the ventilation opening on the DC panel must not point up or down Serial number of your unit 2 5 2 6 Installation Chapter 3 provides information on cables and fuses to help you plan for your installation and provide procedures for installing the XPower Plus Xantrex highly recommends that you read the entire chapter before beginning the installation procedures so that you can plan an installation that is suited to your power needs Installation Designing Your Installation 3 2 Before doing anything else you need to determine how you are going to use your XPower Plus and then design a power system that will give you maximum performance The more thorough your planning the better your power needs will be met In particular you will need to e Be aware of installation codes e Calculate your battery requirements e Choose an effective charging system e Choose an appropriate location e Calculate the cable size for your XPower 1200 Plus or XPower 1750 Plus e Select the correct fuses or circuit breakers Study Figures Configuration for Normal Loads on page 3 2 and Configuration for Heavy Loads on page 3 3 for an example of a setup for normal or heavy loads in a vehi
21. 750 Plus Two 5 16 inch ring terminals sized for the cable diameter or box lug terminals to connect the DC cables to the DC cabling terminal Lugs and terminals to connect the DC cables that connect to the battery and fuse holder s DC fuse s as calculated in Calculating Fuse Circuit Breaker Size on page 3 12 and fuse holder s Copper chassis ground cable as calculated in Table 3 2 on page 3 8 for the XPower 1200 Plus Table 3 4 on page 3 11 for the XPower 1750 Plus Ring terminal appropriately sized to connect copper cable to chassis ground screw that meets the following specifications 10 stud e UL CSA approved copper tin plated Battery isolator if connecting to a multiple battery system Battery selector switch Alternator controller High output alternator Consult Appendix B Battery Types and Sizes and Appendix C Alternators and Charging Systems to determine whether you need these components Installation Overview of Installation Steps These are the three steps and one optional step for installing your XPower Plus Do not proceed with installation until you have read Designing Your Installation starting on page 3 2 1 Optional Install the Remote On Off Switch before mounting the inverter as the remote switch connects to a jack on the bottom of the inverter 2 Mount the inverter Connect the chassis ground 4 Connect the DC cables Optional I nstalling the Remote On
22. B 5 rechargeable vii televisions 1 2 VCRs 1 2 batteries amp hour Ah capacity B 3 automotive starting B 2 B 3 cold cranking amp rating 3 12 connecting two in parallel B 6 deep cycle lead acid B 2 depth of discharge B 5 discharged B 7 electrolyte level B 7 golf cart B 2 marine B 2 rechargeable vii 4 5 reserve capacity B 3 B 5 routine maintenance 4 6 RV B2 self discharge B 7 temperature sensitivity B 7 using multiple B 6 using two battery banks B 6 battery banks described B 6 battery chargers 4 5 for rechargeable batteries vii recommended types C 3 battery connections B 8 battery demand standby 1 2 A 2 battery isolator component 3 15 using 2 battery reserve capacity B 3 battery selector switch 3 21 B 6 battery size estimating example B 4 estimating worksheet B 5 estimating your needs 3 4 B 3 B 4 battery tips B 7 battery voltage 2 4 Index buzz in audio equipment 5 2 C cable sizes calculating for XPower 1200 Plus 3 6 calculating for XPower 1750 Plus 3 9 cabling configuration for heavy loads illustrated 3 3 configuration for normal loads illustrated 3 2 charging from AC power C 3 from alternative energy sources C 3 using a high output alternator C 3 using an alternator controller C 3 with engine alternator C 2 charging systems designing a system 3 4 2 requirements C 2 chassis ground for marine installations 3 18 for recreational vehicles 3 17 guidelines for connecting 3 17 chassis grou
23. Make sure no stray wires protrude from the terminal You may find it more convenient to have the crimp connectors attached by the company that sells you the cable and or connectors For each cable end that will be connected to the inverter strip 1 2 inch 13 mm to 3 4 inch 19 mm of insulation from the cable The amount stripped off will depend on the terminals chosen Attach the connector that will join the cable to the DC cabling terminal Install a fuse and fuse holder in the cable that will be used for the positive side of the DC circuit The fuse must be asclose to the battery as possible rated for DC circuits have an Ampere Interrupting Capacity AIC that exceeds the short circuit current available from the battery See Calculating Fuse Circuit Breaker Size on page 3 12 If you have installed a battery selector switch set it to Off when making the connection to prevent sparking Attach the connector on the positive cable to the positive DC terminal on the inverter Installation 9 Install the lock washer and nut that are supplied with the inverter Tighten the nut to a torque of 6 3 6 6 foot pounds 8 5 9 0 Nm Make the connection snug enough so the ring terminal does not move around on the DC terminal but do not overtighten See Figure 3 3 on page 3 17 DC Panel Connections CAUTI ON Loose connections cause excessive voltage drop and may cause overheated wires and melted insulation
24. Power XPower Inverter 1200 PLUS 1750 PLUS xantrex Smart Choice for Power 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 standalone systems Xantrex products include inverters battery chargers programmable power supplies and variable speed drives that convert supply control clean and distribute electrical power Trademarks XPower is a trademark of Xantrex International Xantrex is a registered trademark of Xantrex International Other trademarks registered trademarks and product names are the property of their respective owners and are used herein for identification purposes only Notice of copyright XPower 1200 Plus and 1750 Plus Owner s Guide January 2002 Xantrex International All rights reserved Disclaimer UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC XANTREX a MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION b ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE WHETHER DIRECT INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER S
25. ally you should Clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth to prevent the accumulation of dust and dirt Ensure that the DC cables are secure and fasteners are tight Make sure ventilation openings on the DC panel and bottom of the inverter are not clogged Troubleshooting Chapter 5 will help you identify the source of most problems that can occur with the XPower Plus 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 record the information in the form Information About Your System on page D 5 This will help our Customer Service Representatives give you better service Troubleshooting Common Problems Buzz in Audio Equipment Some inexpensive stereo systems may emit a buzzing noise from their loudspeakers when operated from the XPower Plus This occurs because the power supply in the audio system does not adequately filter the modified sine wave produced by the inverter The only solution is to use a sound system that has a higher quality power supply Television Reception When the XPower Plus is operating it can interfere with television reception on some channels If interference occurs try the following 1 Make sure that the chassis ground screw on the rear of the XPower Plus is solidly connected to the ground system of your vehicle or home 2 Make sure that the televisio
26. ation Make sure the inverter s ventilation openings are not obstructed Reduce the ambient temperature Reduce the load Remove the short circuit 5 4 Specifications Appendix A contains electrical performance and physical specifications for the XPower Plus Specifications Electrical Performance Electrical performance XPower 1200 Plus XPower 1750 Plus Output power at 77 F 25 C ambient temperature and 12 Vdc input Maximum continuous output power 1000 W 1500 W Output voltage 115 Vac RMS 5 96 115 Vac RMS 5 Output waveform Modified sine wave Modified sine wave Output frequency 60 Hz 4 Hz 60 Hz 4 Hz Input voltage 10 15 Vdc 10 15 Vdc Low battery alarm 10 7 V 10 7 V Low battery cutout 10 0 V 10 0 V Optimum efficiency 9096 90 No load current draw 0 4 ADC 0 4 ADC Physical Specifications Physical XPower 1200 Plus XPower 1750 Plus Length 11 4 inches 290 mm 17 3 inches 440 mm Width 9 4 inches 240 mm 9 4 inches 240 mm Height 3 2 inches 83 mm 3 2 inches 83 mm Weight 6 3 Ib 2 86 kg 9 4 Ib 4 27 kg Specifications are subject to change without notice Battery Types and Sizes The batteries that you use strongly affect the performance of the XPower Plus It is important to connect the inverter to the correct size and type of battery The information in Appendix B will help you se
27. aximum performance from your XPower Plus Safety Instructions Before you start to install the XPower Plus e Review the Important Safety Information on page v Do not attempt your own AC wiring unless you have the knowledge tools and experience to do a safe job A licensed electrician can install the inverter if you do not wish to do your own wiring e Read and follow all Warnings and Cautions in this chapter Note If you have any installation questions or issues please contact Customer Service Phone 1 800 670 0707 toll free in North America 1 604 420 1585 outside North America Fax 1 800 994 7828 toll free in North America 604 420 1591 outside North America Email CustomerService xantrex com Installation Tools and Materials Tools Wire stripper Wrench for DC terminals No 2 Phillips screwdriver OOO d Crimping tool for fastening lugs and terminals on DC cables You may find it more convenient to have the crimp connectors installed onto the DC cable by the store that sells you the cable and or connectors Materials Installing the XPower Plus The following checklist is a general list of required materials Optional components are indicated by an 1 a d Four corrosion resistant fasteners sized 10 or larger for mounting inverter Copper DC input cable as calculated in Table 3 1 on page 3 7 for the XPower 1200 Plus Table 3 3 on page 3 10 for the XPower 1
28. ch is and AC voltage is present at the inverter s AC outlets INPUT VOLTAGE DISPLAY indicates battery voltage AC Outlets 2 Prongand 3 Prong XPower 1200 Plus delivers a combined total of 1000 watts of continuous AC power across three outlets XPower 1750 Plus delivers a combined total of 1500 watts of continuous AC power across three outlets OUTPUT POWER INDICATOR The indicator should be in the green area for continuous operation e If the indicator is in the yellow area the inverter will operate for several minutes and then shut down If the indicator is in the red area the inverter has reached the maximum allowable power and is close to the output power shutdown limit Remote Switch Jack not shown is on the bottom of the inverter and it is the connection point for the optional Remote On Off Switch Mounting Flanges allow you to mount the inverter permanently DC Panel DC Panel 10 ISVDC 200A MAX CHASSIS GND WARNING REVERSE POLARITY WILL DAMAGE UNIT Figure 2 2 DC Panel XPower 1750 Plus shown INPUT POS Feature Description O Chassis Ground Screw connects to vehicle chassis DC grounding bus or to engine s negative bus Positive DC Cabling Terminal always connects to the cable connected to the positive terminal of the battery Negative DC Cabling Terminal always connects to the cable connected to the negative terminal of
29. cle When you have decided upon your configuration then you can calculate battery requirements FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER TO VEHICLE GROUND TO VEHICLE CHASSIS VEHICLE STARTING BATTERY DEEP CYCLE AUXILIARY BATTERY GROUND TO VEHICLE CHASSIS GROUND TO VEHICLE CHASSIS FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER TODC LOADS DEEP CYCLE AUXILIARY BATTERY ISOLATOR FROM ALTERNATOR OR CHARGER Figure 3 1 Configuration for Normal Loads Designing Your Installation TO VEHICLE FROM ALTERNATOR OR CHARGER GROUND TO VEHICLE VEHICLE STARTING CHASSIS BATTERY BATTERY ISOLATOR FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER DEEP CYCLE BATTERY DEEP CYCLE BATTERY BATTERY SELECTOR SWITCH GROUND TO VEHICLE CHASSIS TO DC LOADS DEEP CYCLE BATTERY DEEP CYCLE BATTERY FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER BATTERY SELECTOR SWITCH GROUND TO VEHICLE CHASSIS Figure 3 2 Configuration for Heavy Loads 3 3 Installation 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 r
30. e remote switch lets you turn the XPower Plus on and off from a convenient location up to 20 feet 6 m away from the inverter Dimensions of Remote Switch Length 2 0 inches 50 5 mm Width 2 5 inches 64 0 mm Depth 1 0 inches 25 4 mm Cable Length 20 feet 6 m Part Number of Remote Switch 2 2 To purchase a Remote On Off Switch please contact Customer Service for a referral to a distributor and provide the part number 808 9500 Optional Accessory Remote On Off Switch Instructions for installing and using the Remote On Off Switch are included in the remote switch package Note If you are going to use the Remote On Off switch plug it into the remote switch jack on the bottom of the inverter before installing the inverter The jack is not accessible once the inverter has been mounted See Choosing an Appropriate Location on page 3 5 2 3 XPower Plus Features AC Panel 2 4 Figure 2 1 AC Panel XPower 1750 Plus shown Feature Description O 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 Q Fault light is a red light indicating the inverter has shut down due to low or high battery voltage unit overload or overtemperature Power light is a green light indicating the On Off Swit
31. er Plus is delivering to the load It does not indicate the power drawn by other loads also connected to the battery e For long term continuous operation the output power indicator should remain in the green area which indicates 8096 of maximum allowable power is being consumed e Short term operation is possible with the output power indicator in the yellow area which indicates that 90 or more of the maximum allowable power is being consumed If the output power indicator rises to the red area it indicates that the maximum allowable power output has been reached and the unit may go into overload shutdown Operating Limits Power Output The XPower 1200 Plus can deliver up to 1000 watts continuous The XPower 1750 Plus can deliver up to 1500 watts continuous The wattage rating applies to resistive loads such as incandescent lights 4 3 Operation Input Voltage The allowable XPower Plus input voltage ranges are shown in the following table Operating Condition Voltage Range Comment Normal 10 V 15 V Optimum 12 V 13 V Performance Low Voltage Alarm 10 7 orless The audible low battery alarm sounds Low Voltage less than 10V The inverter shuts down to protect the Shutdown battery from being over discharged High Voltage 15 V ormore inverter shuts down to protect Shutdown itself from excessive input voltage Note Although the XPower Plus incorporates over voltage protection
32. esidential applications electrical codes do not allow permanent connection of AC distribution wiring to the inverter s AC output receptacles The receptacles are intended for temporary as needed connection of cord connected loads only Calculating Battery Requirements Battery type and battery size strongly affect the performance of the XPower Plus Therefore you need to identify the type of loads your inverter will be powering and how much you will be using them between charges Once you know how much power you will be using you can determine how much battery capacity you need Xantrex recommends that you purchase as much battery capacity as possible Consult Appendix B Battery Types and Sizes for a detailed explanation of how to determine the appropriate number and size of batteries for your needs CAUTION The XPower Plus must only be connected 12 volt battery system It will not operate if connected to a 6 volt battery and will be damaged if connected to a 24 volt battery Choosing an Effective Charging System 3 4 The charging system must be appropriate for your particular installation A well designed charging system will ensure that power is available when you need it and that your batteries remain in top condition Inadequate charging will degrade system performance and the wrong type of charger will reduce battery life Consult Appendix C Alternators and Charging Systems for information abo
33. he battery check the connections and cable No output voltage no input voltage indication The inverter is off No power to the inverter Inverter fuse open The inverter could have been connected with reverse DC input polarity Turn the inverter on Check the wiring to the inverter Return the unit Information for returning the inverter is provided in Return Material Authorization Policy on page D 3 The inverter has probably been damaged Have it repaired Damage caused by reverse polarity is not covered by the warranty Information for returning the inverter is provided in Return Material Authorization Policy on page D 3 5 3 Troubleshooting Table 5 1 Troubleshooting Reference Problem Possible Cause Solution No output voltage and the INPUT VOLTAGE DISPLAY indicates above 15 V Fault LED is on High input voltage Make sure the XPower Plus is connected to a 12 V battery Check the voltage regulation of the charging system Low battery alarm stays on and the voltage indicator is below 10 7 V Poor DC wiring poor battery condition Use proper cable size and lengths and make solid connections Charge the battery Install a new battery No output voltage Fault LED is on Thermal shutdown Unit overload Output is short circuited Allow the unit to cool off Reduce the load if continuous operation is required Improve ventil
34. huts the inverter down automatically if the input voltage rises to 15 volts or more Overload shutdown Shuts the inverter down automatically if a short circuit is detected in the circuitry connected to the inverter s output or if the loads connected to the inverter exceed the inverter s operating limits Over temperature shutdown Shuts the inverter down automatically if its internal temperature rises above an acceptable level 1 3 1 4 XPower Plus Features Chapter 2 describes the main features of the XPower Plus Xantrex recommends that you familiarize yourself with them before installing and operating the inverter XPower Plus Features Materials List Your XPower Plus package includes One XPower Plus inverter Two 5 16 inch lock washers on the DC input cable terminals e Two 5 16 inch nuts on the DC input cable terminals Owner s Guide If any of these materials are missing or are unsatisfactory in any way please contact Customer Service Phone 1 800 670 0707 toll free in North America 1 604 420 1585 outside North America Fax 1 800 994 7828 toll free in North America 1 604 420 1591 outside North America Email CustomerService xantrex com As soon as you unpack your inverter be sure to record the product information in the form on page D 5 Optional Accessory Remote On Off Switch An optional Remote On Off switch can be plugged into the remote switch jack on the bottom of the inverter Th
35. ings and do not install the inverter in a zero clearance compartment Explosive Gas Precautions WARNING Explosion Hazard Batteries generate explosive gases during normal operation Be sure to read this guide and follow the instructions exactly before installing or using your inverter This equipment contains components which 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 This includes any space containing gasoline powered machinery fuel tanks as well as joints fittings or other connections between components of the fuel system Precautions When Working With Batteries vi i WARNI NG Explosion and Fire Hazard Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or batteries Use caution to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool on the battery It could spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical parts and could cause an explosion Important Safety Information Remove metal items like rings bracelets and watches when working with lead acid batteries Lead acid batteries produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to me
36. inum cable It has about 1 3 more resistance than copper cable of the same size and it is difficult to make good low resistance connections to aluminum wire e Xantrex recommends that you use oil resistant cable Table 3 1 Recommended DC Input Wire Sizes amp Lengths XPower 1200 Plus RV Recreational Vehicle and Marine Cable length Battery to inverter Maximum Battery one way Minimum Cable Size Fuse Size 2 feet 0 6 m No 2 AWG 150 Adc 4 feet 1 2 m No 2 AWG 150 Adc 5 feet 1 5 m No 2 AWG 150 Adc Note Never use a cable longer than 5 feet 1 5 m with the XPower 1200 Plus Appropriately sized cable can be bought at a welding supply house or a marine supply store 1 Based on US National Electrical Code NFPA70 Article 551 and Table 310 17 90C cables located outside of engine spaces 2 Based on ABYC American Boat and Yacht Council Recommended Practice E 9 Table IV 75C cables located outside of engine spaces maximum 3 volt age drop 3 7 Installation Calculating Size of Chassis Ground Cable for XPower 1200 Plus 3 8 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 2 Recommended Chassis Ground Cable sizes XPower 1200 Plus Chassis ground cable size Maximum Stranded cable is Battery Application recommended Fuse Size Recreational Vehic
37. it can still be damaged if input voltage exceeds 16 V Inverter Loads The XPower Plus will operate most AC loads within its power rating 1000 watts for the XPower 1200 Plus and 1500 watts for the XPower 1750 Plus 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 Plus Please read High Surge Loads and Trouble Loads carefully High Surge Loads Some induction motors used in freezers pumps and other motor operated equipment require high surge currents to start The XPower Plus may not be able to start some of these motors even though their rated current draw is within the inverter s limits The XPower Plus will normally start single phase induction motors rated at 1 2 horsepower or less If a motor refuses to start observe the INPUT VOLTAGE DISPLAY while trying to start the motor If the indicator drops below 11 volts while the XPower Plus is trying to start the motor this low voltage condition may 4 4 Trouble Loads Connecting Appliances to the XPower Plus be why the motor won t start Make sure that the battery connections are good and that the battery is fully charged If the connections are good and the battery is charged but the voltage still drops below 11 volts you may need to use a larger battery CAUTION Some equipment may be damaged by the XPower Plus s modified sine wave output
38. le No 8 AWG 150 Adc Marine The same size as the DC input 150 Adc cables or one size smaller Note There are no restrictions on length for the chassis ground cable 1 Based on US National Electrical Code NFPA70 Article 551 par 551 20c 2 Based on ABYC American Boat and Yacht Council Recommended Practice E 9 par 9 21 The actual size required is minimum No 5 AWG but since odd sizes are hard to find No 4 AWG is specified Designing Your Installation Calculating Cable Sizes for XPower 1750 Plus To operate safely and effectively the XPower 1750 Plus needs proper cables and fuses Because the XPower 1750 Plus has low voltage and high current input it is essential that you use low resistance wiring between the battery and the inverter to deliver the maximum amount of usable energy to your load For safe and efficient operation you will need to calculate cable sizes for your DC input cables from the battery to inverter one way e Chassis ground cable from the grounding point to the chassis ground screw on the inverter s DC panel See DC Panel Connections XPower 1750 Plus shown Figure 3 3 on page 3 17 WARNI NG Fire Hazard Never use a cable longer than 6 feet 1 8 meters A cable longer than 6 feet 1 8 meters can potentially generate enough heat to start a fire or result in poor inverter performance 3 9 Installation Calculating Size of DC Input Cables for XPower 1750 Plus
39. le sizes XPower 1750 Plus Chassis ground cable size Maximum Stranded cable is Battery Application recommended Fuse Size Recreational Vehicle No 8 AWG 250 Adc 2 The same size as the DC input 250 Adc Marine cables or one size smaller Note There are no restrictions on length for the chassis ground cable 1 Based on US National Electrical Code NFPA70 Article 551 par 551 20c 2 Based on ABYC American Boat and Yacht Council Recommended Practice E 9 par 9 21 Installation Calculating Fuse Circuit Breaker Size Because your batteries can provide thousands of amps 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 and size 1 Determine the total cold cranking amp rating for your batteries The cold cranking amp CCA rating of each battery is displayed on the battery case If it is not contact the battery manufacturer to determine the CCA rating of your particular batteries For example f you are using one battery to power your inverter and its cold cranking amp rating is 500 CCA the total cold cranking amp rating is 500 CCA f you are powering your inverter with two batteries connected in parallel and each battery has a cold cranking amp rating of 500 CCA the total cold cranking amp rating is 1000 CCA Note For batteries connected in parallel the total cold cranking amp CCA
40. lect connect and maintain batteries that are most appropriate for your application Battery Types and Sizes Battery Types Automotive Starting Batteries The lead acid battery you are most familiar with is probably the starting battery in your vehicle An automotive starting battery is designed to deliver a large amount of current for a short period of time so it can start your engine Only a small portion of the battery s capacity is used when starting the engine and the spent capacity is quickly recharged by the running engine The starting battery in your vehicle is not designed for repeated deep discharge cycles where the battery is almost completely discharged and then recharged If a starting battery is used in this kind of deep discharge service it will wear out very rapidly Deep Cycle Batteries B 2 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 batteries marine batteries or golf cart batteries For most applications of the XPower Plus Xantrex recommends that you use one or more deep cycle batteries that are separated from the vehicle s starting battery by a battery isolator A battery isolator is a solid state electronic circuit that allows equipment to be operated from an auxiliary battery without danger of discharging the
41. ludes all warranties and conditions express or implied statutory or otherwise including without limitation implied warranties and conditions of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Information About Your System Information About Your System As soon as you open your XPower Plus package record the following information and be sure to keep your proof of purchase m Oo Serial Number on DC end Purchased From Purchase Date If you need to contact Customer Service please record the following details before calling This information will help our representatives give you better service I Type of installation e g RV marine truck Length of time inverter has been installed Battery battery bank size Battery type e g flooded sealed gel cell AGM DC wiring size and length Alarm sounding Description of indicators on front panel Appliances operating when problem occurred Description of problem D 5 D 6 Index A ABYC American Boat and Yacht Council 3 7 3 8 3 10 3 11 3 12 AC panel illustrated 2 4 Ah See amp hour capacity alarm low battery 1 3 4 4 5 4 alternator high output 3 15 C 3 vehicle alternator C 2 alternator controller 3 15 described C 3 installing C 3 ampere interrupting capacity 3 12 3 19 amp hour Ah capacity B 3 appliances battery operated vii current draw B 4 fans 4 5 possible damage to 4 5 power consumption B 4
42. mail CustomerService xantrex com Return Material Authorization Policy You must obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA number from Xantrex before returning a product directly to Xantrex Products returned without an RMA number or shipped collect will be refused When you contact Xantrex to obtain service be prepared to supply e The serial number of your product e The date of purchase Information about the installation and use of the unit Record these details in Information About Your System on page D 5 Return Material Procedure If you are returning a product from the USA or Canada follow this procedure 1 Contact Xantrex to obtain an RMA number and a shipping address 2 Package the unit safely preferably using the original box and packing materials Include the following information The RMA number supplied by Xantrex A copy of your dated proof of purchase A return address where the repaired unit can be shipped A contact telephone number brief description of the problem D 3 Product and System Information 3 Ship the unit freight prepaid to the address provided in step 1 Collect shipments will be refused How do other laws apply This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction For our Canadian customers When used herein implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose inc
43. n antenna provides an adequate snow free signal and that you are using good quality cable between the antenna and the television 3 Keep the cables between the battery and the XPower Plus as short as possible and twist them together with two to three twists per foot This minimizes radiated interference from the cables Move the television as far away from the XPower Plus as possible 5 Do not operate high power loads with the XPower Plus while the television is on 5 2 Troubleshooting Reference Troubleshooting Reference AN WARNI NG Electrical Shock and Burn Hazard Do not disassemble the XPower Plus It does not contain any user serviceable parts Attempting to service the unit yourself could result in an electrical shock or burn Table 5 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 Use a true RMS reading voltmeter such as the Fluke 87 Low output voltage and the OUTPUT POWER INDICATOR is in the red area Low input voltage and the load is close to maximum allowable power Check the connections and cable to see if the battery is fully charged Recharge the battery if it is low Reduce the load No output voltage and the INPUT VOLTAGE DISPLAY indicates below 10 V Fault LED is on Low input voltage Recharge t
44. nd cable sizes XPower 1200 Plus 3 8 XPower 1750 Plus 3 11 chassis ground screw 2 5 3 17 current draw no load 1 2 A 2 Customer Service contacting D 3 preparing to call D 5 D DC cables avoiding excessive lengths 3 5 correct polarity 3 20 DC cabling terminals 2 5 DC input wire sizes and lengths for XPower 1200 Plus 3 6 DC input wire sizes and lengths for XPower 1750 Plus 3 9 DC panel connections illustrated 3 17 1 2 DC panel illustrated 2 5 depth of discharge DOD B 5 electrolyte level B 7 explosive gases vi 3 21 B 7 F Fault light 2 4 for 3 9 freezers 4 4 fuses 3 13 3 15 ampere interrupting capacity AIC 3 12 3 19 ANL 250 3 12 Class T 250 A 3 12 type and size 3 12 G gases battery venting 3 5 explosive vi 3 21 B 7 H high output alternator described C 3 installing C 3 mention 3 15 hydrometer B 8 Information about Your System form D 5 input voltage 4 4 Input Voltage Display 2 4 4 3 5 3 installation codes 3 4 overview of steps 3 16 installation materials 3 15 installation tools 3 14 installation designing your 3 2 inverter back panel features described 2 5 date of purchase D 3 electrical specifications A 2 front panel features described 2 4 front panel illustrated 2 4 input voltage 4 4 loads 4 4 mounting location 3 5 3 16 mounting orientation 3 16 operating several loads 4 2 physical specifications 2 power output 4 3 problem loads 4 4 proof of purchase D 3 purchase
45. o read these safety instructions and keep them handy CAUTION AN Do not connect any AC load that has its neutral conductor connected to ground to the XPower Plus N CAUTION Do not connect the AC output of this inverter to any other source of power such as an electrical panel which itself may be AC powered from a utility generator or other source Damage may occur General Precautions 1 Before installing and using the inverter read all appropriate sections of this guide as well as all instructions and cautionary markings on the inverter and the batteries 2 Do not operate the inverter if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged If the unit is damaged see Warranty on page D 2 and Return Material Authorization Policy on page D 3 3 Do not disassemble the inverter It contains no user serviceable components Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only Attempting to service the unit yourself could cause electrical shock or fire Internal capacitors remain charged after all power is disconnected 4 To reduce the risk of electrical shock disconnect AC and DC power from the inverter before working on any circuits connected to the inverter Turning off the On Off Switch will not reduce this risk 5 Do notexpose the inverter to rain snow spray or bilge water Important Safety Information 6 To reduce the risk of overheating or fire do not obstruct the ventilation open
46. on 5 2 Troubleshooting Reference 5 3 A Specifications Electrical Performance A 2 Physical Specifications A 2 B Battery Types and Sizes Battery Types B 2 Automotive Starting Batteries B 2 Contents Deep Cycle Batteries B 2 Battery Size B 3 Estimating Battery Requirements B 4 Battery Sizing Example B 4 Battery Sizing Worksheet B 5 Using Multiple Batteries B 6 Two Batteries Connected In Parallel B 6 Two Separate Battery Banks B 6 Battery Tips B 7 Alternators and Charging Systems Charging System Requirements C 2 Charging With an Engine Alternator C 2 Using a Standard Vehicle Alternator C 2 Using an Alternator Controller C 3 Using a High Output Alternator
47. onment Xantrex does not warrant uninterrupted operation of its products Xantrex shall not be liable for damages whether direct incidental special or consequential or economic loss even though caused by the negligence or fault of Xantrex Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you What will Xantrex do Xantrex will at its option repair or replace the defective product free of charge Xantrex will at its own option use new and or reconditioned parts made by various manufacturers in performing warranty repair and building replacement products If Xantrex repairs or replaces a product its warranty term is not extended Xantrex owns all parts removed from repaired products Return Material Authorization Policy How do you get service To qualify for the warranty dated proof of purchase must be provided and the product must not be disassembled or modified without prior authorization by Xantrex If your product requires warranty service please return it to the place of purchase along with a copy of your dated proof of purchase If you are unable to contact your merchant or the merchant is unable to provide service contact Xantrex directly at Phone 1 800 670 0707 toll free in North America 1 604 420 1585 outside North America Fax 1 800 994 7828 toll free in North America 1 604 420 1591 outside North America E
48. our capacity is a measure of how many amps a battery can deliver for a specified length of time usually 20 hours For example a typical marine or RV battery rated for 100 Ah can deliver 5 amps for 20 hours 5 A x 20 hours 100 Ah This same battery can deliver a higher or lower current for less or more time limited approximately by the 100 Ah figure for example 50 A for 2 hours or 200 A for 1 2 hour but usually the capacity figure given is only accurate at the specified rate 20 hours To calculate the battery capacity you require read Estimating Battery Requirements on page B 4 and Battery Sizing Example on page B 4 and then complete the Battery Sizing Worksheet on page B 5 B 3 Battery Types and Sizes 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 Plus You can normally find the watt rating labelled on the product If only the current draw is given multiply it by 115 to get the power consumption in watts Estimate how many hours each appliance will be operating each day Calculate the daily watt hours needed for each appliance Add the total number of watt hours needed for all the appliances and multiply it by the number of days between charges Divide the total watt hours of AC load between charges by 10 This gives the battery Ah used between charges Double the total
49. ove the On Off switch to the Off position to turn the inverter off When the switch is Off the inverter draws a very low current from the battery CAUTION AN The XPower Plus s On Off switch does not disconnect DC battery power from the XPower Plus You must disconnect AC and DC power before working on any circuits connected to the inverter Operating Several Loads at Once If you are going to operate several loads from the XPower Plus turn them on separately 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 for all the loads at once and will help prevent an overload shutdown Turning the Inverter Off Between Charges The XPower Plus draws less than 400 mA from the battery with the On Off switch turned on and no load connected but left in this state the XPower Plus will eventually discharge the battery To prevent unnecessary battery discharge turn the XPower Plus off when you are not using it 4 2 Operating Limits Input Voltage Display The INPUT VOLTAGE DISPLAY indicates the DC voltage at the input terminals of the XPower Plus At low input currents this voltage is very close to the battery voltage At high input currents this voltage is lower than the battery voltage because of the voltage drop across the cable and DC connections Output Power Indicator The OUTPUT POWER INDICATOR displays the power that the XPow
50. rating is the sum of the CCA ratings of all of the batteries connected in parallel 2 Once you have determined the total cold cranking amp rating of your batteries identify the corresponding Ampere Interrupting Capacity AIC of the fuse or breaker required for your system by referring to Table 3 5 The AIC is the amount of battery short circuit amperage that the fuse can safely withstand Table 3 5 Cold Cranking Amps Ampere Interrupting Capacity Total Cold Cranking Ampere Interrupting Capacity Amps AIC 650 or less 1500 651 1100 3000 over 1100 5000 1 The figures in Table 3 5 are based on standards developed by the ABYC American Boat and Yacht Council Ifthe Total Cold Cranking Amps indicate that the AIC needed is 2 700 amps or less choose an ANL fuse If the Total Cold Cranking Amps indicate that the AIC needed is up to 20 000 amps or if you require a code fuse choose a Class T fuse Designing Your Installation 3 Once you have determined the type of fuse ANL or Class T select the current rating as follows e XPower 1200 Plus 150 Adc e XPower 1750 Plus 250 Adc Fuses can be bought at any marine electrical products store Installation Installing the XPower Plus Do not proceed with the installation of your XPower Plus until you have read the section Designing Your Installation on page 3 2 The more thorough your planning the better your power needs will be met to achieve m
51. rocedure D 3 reverse polarity damage caused by 3 20 ring terminal chassis ground screw 3 15 DC input cables 3 15 routine maintenance 4 6 S safety information v 3 14 serial number 2 5 D 3 D 5 servicing no user serviceable parts v 5 3 qualified service personnel only v shipping address D 3 shutdown from AC overload 1 3 from high or low battery voltage 1 3 from high temperature 1 3 specifications inverter A 2 starting batteries B 3 state of charge B 8 T television reception 5 2 televisions 1 2 temperature ideal ambient 3 5 troubleshooting buzz in audio equipment 5 2 common problems 5 2 reference table 5 3 television reception 5 2 1 4 U US National Electrical Code 3 7 3 8 3 10 3 11 V VCRs 1 2 ventilation vi 3 5 B 7 ventilation openings 2 5 3 16 voltmeter B 8 warranty damage caused by reverse polarity 3 20 obtaining service D 3 period of coverage D 2 terms and conditions D 2 web site iii X Xantrex email D 3 fax number D 3 phone number D 3 web site iii XPower 1200 Plus 3 6 XPower 1750 Plus 3 9 xantrex Smart Choice for Power t 1 800 670 0707 toll free f 1 800 994 7828 toll free e CustomerService xantrex com www xantrex com 445 0145 01 01 Printed in China
52. tal and thus cause a severe burn If you need to remove a battery always remove the ground terminal from the battery first Make sure all accessories are off so you don t cause a spark 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 if connected to the XPower Plus Do not use the following with the XPower Plus 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 power hand tools These affected 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 XPower Plus contact the equipment manufacturer to find out if there are high voltages at the battery terminals or if the appliance incorporates the use of transformers vii Contents Important Safety Information 2 General Precautions V Explosive Gas Precautions vi Precautions When Working With Batteries vi Precautions For Using Rechargeable Appliances Vii Introduc
53. the voltage of a single battery Figure 3 1 on page 3 2 Configuration for Normal Loads shows a battery configuration suitable for normal loads Figure 3 2 on page 3 3 Configuration for Heavy Loads show a battery configuration that is recommended for heavy loads CAUTI ON Do not connect the following in parallel e batteries made by different manufacturers different types of batteries batteries that have different Ah ratings Decreased battery life and improper charging will result Two Separate Battery Banks B 6 If you need more than two batteries or are using different makes or models of batteries Xantrex recommends that you install two separate battery banks and a battery selector switch Figure 3 2 on page 3 3 Configuration for Heavy Loads shows two separate battery banks and a battery selector switch This configuration is recommended for heavy duty applications By installing a battery selector switch you can select between the two battery banks use both banks in parallel or disconnect both banks from the load Battery selector switches are available at marine and RV dealers Battery Tips Battery Tips WARNI NG AN Review Precautions When Working With Batteries on page vii before you work with the batteries in your system Explosive Corrosive Gases Lead acid batteries may emit hydrogen gases oxygen and sulfuric acid fumes when recharging To reduce the risk of explosion e
54. tion Quality Power 1 2 Ease of 1 2 Comprehensive Protection 1 3 XPower Plus Features Materials List 2 2 Optional Accessory Remote On Off Switch 2 2 Dimensions of Remote Switch 2 2 Part Number of Remote Switch 2 2 AC Panel 2 4 DC Panel 2 5 Installation Designing Your Installation 3 2 Installation Codes 3 4 Calculating Battery Requirements 3 4 Choosing an Effective Charging System 3 4 Choosing an Appropriate Location 3 5 Calculating Cable Sizes for XPower 1200 Plus 3 6 Calculating Cable Sizes for XPower 1750 Plus 3 9 Calculating Fuse Circuit Breaker Size 3 12 Contents Installing the XPower Plus 3 14 Safety Instructions 3 14 Installation Tools and Materials
55. ure that the wire does not slip off the chassis ground screw To connect the cable to the chassis ground screw 1 Make sure the inverter s On Off switch is in the Off position 2 Remove chassis ground screw and star washer using 2 Phillips screwdriver 3 Strip 1 2 inch 13 mm to 3 4 inch 19 mm of insulation from one end of each cable 4 Attach the ring connector that will join the cable to the chassis ground screw The connector you use must create a permanent low resistance connection See Materials on page 3 15 5 Fitthe chassis ground screw through the star washer and the ring connector back into the screw opening 6 Tighten the chassis ground screw 3 18 Installing the XPower Plus Connecting the DC Cables Consult Figure 3 1 on page 3 2 Configuration for Normal Loads or Figure 3 2 on page 3 3 Configuration for Heavy Loads for additional details that are specific to your installation To connect the DC cables 1 2 Make sure the inverter s On Off switch is in the Off position Strip 1 2 inch 13 mm to 3 4 inch 19 mm insulation from one end of each cable The amount stripped off will depend on the terminals chosen Attach the connectors that will join the cables to the battery battery isolator switch or fuse block The connectors you use must create a permanent low resistance connection If you are using crimp connectors use the tool recommended by the terminal manufacturer
56. ut choosing an effective charging system Designing Your Installation Choosing an Appropriate Location i WARNI NG Explosion or Fire Hazard The XPower Plus 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 i WARNI NG Fire Hazard To reduce the risk of fire do not cover or obstruct the ventilation openings Do not install the XPower Plus in a zero clearance compartment Overheating may result The XPower Plus must only be installed in a location that is Dry Cool Ventilated Safe Close to battery Protected from battery gases Do not allow water or other liquids to drop or splash on it Ambient air temperature should be between 32 F and 105 F 0 C and 40 C the cooler the better within this range Allow at least 3 inches 7 5 cm of clearance around the inverter for air flow Ensure that the ventilation openings on the DC end and on the bottom of the unit are not obstructed Do not install the inverter in the same compartment as batteries or in any compartment capable of storing flammable liquids like gasoline Do not use excessive DC cable lengths they increase wire resistance and reduce input power Longer AC wires are preferable to longer DC wires wire resistance and therefore voltage drop is less
57. vehicle s starting battery During vehicle operation the battery isolator automatically directs the charge from the alternator to the battery requiring the charge Figure 3 1 on page 3 2 and Figure 3 2 on page 3 3 show a battery isolator in configurations for normal and heavy duty loads Battery isolators are available at marine and RV dealers and most auto parts stores Battery Size Battery Size CAUTION The XPower Plus must only be connected to batteries with a nominal output voltage of 12 volts The XPower Plus will not operate from a 6 volt battery and will be damaged if connected to a 24 volt battery Battery size or capacity is as important as the battery type for efficient operation of your loads Xantrex recommends that you purchase as much battery capacity as possible A number of different standards are used to rate battery energy storage capacity Automotive and marine starting batteries are normally rated in cranking amps This is not a relevant rating for continuous loads like an inverter Deep cycle batteries use a more suitable rating system either amp hours Ah or reserve capacity in minutes 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 discharged Amp hour Ah Capacity Amp h
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