Xantrex Technology PROwatt 1000 manual Simple Transfer Switching

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Connecting to an Existing AC Circuit

Figure 3-2 Simple Transfer Switching

Figure 3-3 Automatic Transfer Switch

Manual and automatic transfer switches are available from marine and RV dealers. Make sure you buy an approved switch with AC voltage and current ratings that exceed the output ratings of both the inverter and the other power source.

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Contents PROwatt 1000 Inverter Date and Revision Audience About This GuidePurpose ScopeAbout This Guide Related Information Conventions UsedPage Explosive Gas Precautions General PrecautionsPrecautions For Using Rechargeable Appliances Precautions When Working With BatteriesProwatt Contents Operation TroubleshootingProduct and System Information SpecificationsBattery Types and Sizes Alternators and Charging SystemsPage Introduction Ease of Use Quality PowerComprehensive Protection Page PROwatt FeaturesMaterials List Front Panel AC End Feature DescriptionBack Panel DC End Back Panel DC EndREM O TE SW ITC H Remote On/Off SwitchPage Installation Tools Safety InstructionsInstallation Codes Installation Tools and MaterialsOverview of Installation Steps Calculating Battery Requirements Designing Your InstallationChoosing a Charging System Cool Choosing a LocationAC Wiring Precautions Connecting to an Existing AC CircuitMaintain correct wiring polarity To make a permanent connection to existing AC wiring AC Wiring ProcedureBottom View of Inverter Showing AC Terminal Blocks Installing Transfer Switches in AC CircuitsSimple Transfer Switching To mount the Prowatt Installing the Remote On/Off SwitchTo install the remote On/Off switch Mounting the InverterGrounding Locations Connecting the Chassis GroundCabling Guidelines Connecting DC CablesFixed Location residential, for example Connect To select the correct fuse type and size Fuse/Circuit Breaker Sizing Guidelines1000 Cabling ProcedureALL To connect the DC cablesInstallation Connecting DC Cables Page Operation To turn the inverter on and off from its front panel Turning the Inverter On and OffOperating Several Loads at Once Turning the Inverter Off Between ChargesTo test the Gfci protection Using the Remote On/Off SwitchTesting the GFCI-Protected AC Outlet To operate the inverter from the remote On/Off switchBattery Voltage Indicator Reading the Front Panel IndicatorsBattery Current Indicator Operating Limits Power OutputInput Voltage Inverter Loads Problem LoadsTrouble Loads Battery Charging Frequency Routine Maintenance Page Troubleshooting Buzz in Audio Equipment Common ProblemsTelevision Reception Problem Possible Cause Solution Troubleshooting ReferenceProblem Possible Cause Solution Specifications Electrical Performance Inverter Dimensions Remote On/Off SwitchPhysical Inverter Sizes Battery TypesAutomotive Starting Batteries Battery TypesDeep-Cycle Lead-Acid Batteries Battery Size Battery Sizing Example Estimating Battery RequirementsTo determine how much battery capacity you need Appliance Consumption Per day = a x B Battery Sizing WorksheetTwo Batteries Connected In Parallel Using Multiple BatteriesTo Vehicle Two Separate Battery BanksBattery Tips Battery Voltage State of Charge Page Charging Systems AlternatorsCharging System Requirements Using a Standard Vehicle AlternatorCharging With an Engine Alternator Charging From Alternative Energy Sources Charging From AC PowerUsing an Alternator Controller Using a High-Output AlternatorPage InformationSystem ProductWarranty Return Material Procedure Return Material Authorization PolicyAGM Information About Your SystemFigure D-1 Remote On/Off Switch Mounting Template Remote On/Off Switch Mounting TemplatePage Index Index Index-3 Index-4

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