Xantrex Technology PROwatt 1000 manual Date and Revision

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About Xantrex

Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to 1 MW utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems. Xantrex products include inverters, battery chargers, programmable power supplies, and variable speed drives that convert, supply, control, clean, and distribute electrical power.

Trademarks

PROwatt is a trademark of Xantrex International. Xantrex is a registered trademark of Xantrex Technology Inc.

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

PROwatt 1000 Inverter Owner’s Guide © January 2001 Xantrex International. All rights reserved.

Disclaimer

While every precaution has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this guide, Xantrex International assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Note as well that specifications and product functionality may change without notice.

Date and Revision

January 2001, Revision 1

Part number

445-0116-01-01

Contact Information

Web: www.xantrex.com

Email: support.prowatt@xantrex.com

Phone: 1-800-670-0707

Fax: 1-800-994-7828

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Contents PROwatt 1000 Inverter Date and Revision Scope About This GuidePurpose AudienceAbout This Guide Conventions Used Related InformationPage General Precautions Explosive Gas PrecautionsProwatt Precautions When Working With BatteriesPrecautions For Using Rechargeable Appliances Contents Troubleshooting OperationAlternators and Charging Systems SpecificationsBattery Types and Sizes Product and System InformationPage Introduction Quality Power Ease of UseComprehensive Protection Page Features PROwattMaterials List Feature Description Front Panel AC EndBack Panel DC End Back Panel DC EndRemote On/Off Switch REM O TE SW ITC HPage Installation Installation Tools and Materials Safety InstructionsInstallation Codes ToolsOverview of Installation Steps Choosing a Charging System Designing Your InstallationCalculating Battery Requirements Choosing a Location CoolMaintain correct wiring polarity Connecting to an Existing AC CircuitAC Wiring Precautions AC Wiring Procedure To make a permanent connection to existing AC wiringInstalling Transfer Switches in AC Circuits Bottom View of Inverter Showing AC Terminal BlocksSimple Transfer Switching Mounting the Inverter Installing the Remote On/Off SwitchTo install the remote On/Off switch To mount the ProwattConnecting the Chassis Ground Grounding LocationsFixed Location residential, for example Connect Connecting DC CablesCabling Guidelines Fuse/Circuit Breaker Sizing Guidelines To select the correct fuse type and sizeCabling Procedure 1000To connect the DC cables ALLInstallation Connecting DC Cables Page Operation Turning the Inverter Off Between Charges Turning the Inverter On and OffOperating Several Loads at Once To turn the inverter on and off from its front panelTo operate the inverter from the remote On/Off switch Using the Remote On/Off SwitchTesting the GFCI-Protected AC Outlet To test the Gfci protectionBattery Current Indicator Reading the Front Panel IndicatorsBattery Voltage Indicator Input Voltage Power OutputOperating Limits Trouble Loads Problem LoadsInverter Loads Battery Charging Frequency Routine Maintenance Page Troubleshooting Television Reception Common ProblemsBuzz in Audio Equipment Troubleshooting Reference Problem Possible Cause SolutionProblem Possible Cause Solution Specifications Physical Inverter Dimensions Remote On/Off SwitchElectrical Performance Inverter Battery Types SizesDeep-Cycle Lead-Acid Batteries Battery TypesAutomotive Starting Batteries Battery Size To determine how much battery capacity you need Estimating Battery RequirementsBattery Sizing Example Battery Sizing Worksheet Appliance Consumption Per day = a x BUsing Multiple Batteries Two Batteries Connected In ParallelTwo Separate Battery Banks To VehicleBattery Tips Battery Voltage State of Charge Page Alternators Charging SystemsCharging With an Engine Alternator Using a Standard Vehicle AlternatorCharging System Requirements Using a High-Output Alternator Charging From AC PowerUsing an Alternator Controller Charging From Alternative Energy SourcesPage Product InformationSystemWarranty Return Material Authorization Policy Return Material ProcedureInformation About Your System AGMRemote On/Off Switch Mounting Template Figure D-1 Remote On/Off Switch Mounting TemplatePage Index Index Index-3 Index-4

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