Xantrex Technology PH1800 manual Possible Problem Loads

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Troubleshooting

Possible Problem Loads

The inverter can drive most loads, however, there are special conditions that can cause a load to behave differently than expected. The following describes some of the common problems encountered when using an inverter.

 

WARNING: Fire Hazard

 

Transformerless Battery Chargers are not to be used with any model of the

 

PowerHub 1800 family. Connecting a transformerless battery charger could

 

result in a overheating condition and possibly a fire.

 

 

Ceiling Fans

Most large diameter, slow turning fans run correctly, but generate more

 

noise than when connected to utility power. High speed fans tend to

 

operate normally.

Cell Phones

Some cellular telephones experience interference in the form of a clicking

 

sound.

Clocks

The inverter keeps the frequency accurate to within a few seconds a day;

 

however, external loads in the system may alter the inverter’s output

 

waveform causing clocks to run at different speeds. There may be periods

 

where clocks keep time and then mysteriously do not.

Dimmer

Most dimmer switches lose their ability to dim the lights when used with

Switches

an inverter and operate only in the fully ON or OFF position. Newer,

 

microprocessor controlled dimmers tend to work better in inverter

 

applications.

Heavy Loads

If the battery bank cannot deliver the necessary amperage to drive a heavy

 

load, the inverter will shut OFF. The battery voltage will then slowly rise

 

back above the low voltage threshold causing the inverter to resume

 

operation. As soon as the heavy load draws the batteries down, the cycle

 

will continue unless the load is reduced or an additional source of power

 

is added.

Microwave

Microwave ovens are sensitive to peak output voltages. The higher the

Ovens

voltage, the faster they cook. Since the inverter’s peak output voltage is

 

dependent upon battery voltage and load size, the microwave’s cook time

 

may need to be increased.

Printers

Most inkjet type printers work well in inverter applications. Laser

 

printers, however, require high current for their fusing circuit and are not

 

recommended for use with an inverter.

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