Xantrex Technology 700 PLUS, 175 PLUS manual Measured inverter output is too low, Alarm is sounding

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Measured inverter output is too low.

Possible Cause

Suggested Remedy

Astandard “average-reading” AC voltmeter has been used to measure output voltage, resulting in an apparent reading 5-15 volts too low.

The battery voltage is too low.

For accurate measurement, the XPower modified sine wave output requires a “true RMS” voltmeter for accurate measurements.

Recharge the battery.

Alarm is sounding.

Possible Cause	Suggested Remedy

Low voltage shutdown or	Shorten cables or use heavier
thermal shutdown has occurred.	cables. Recharge battery. Allow unit
	to cool. Improve air circulation
	around unit. Locate units in a cooler
	environment. Reduce load if
	continuous operation is required.

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Contents XPower Inverter 175 Plus 400 Plus 700 Plus XPower Inverter 175 Plus, 400 Plus, 700 Plus About Xantrex Date and Revision Page Table of Contents Operating the XPower Inverter Introduction About the XPower Plus InvertersAbout This Guide Important Safety Information Page Page Additional Safety Guidelines AC Front Panel XPower FeaturesAC Panel of XPower 400 Plus and XPower 700 Plus Page DC Back Panel Shows the DC panel of the XPower 175 Plus inverterDC Panel of XPower 400 Plus and XPower 700 Plus Lighter Plug Cable Cable for Direct Connection to 12 Volt Battery Types of Connections Choosing a Location Connecting the XPower Plus InvertersInverter Page Page Page Page Page Operating Conditions and Guidelines Operating the XPower InverterShutting the Inverter Off Power and Surge Ratings Operating Loads With High Surge Requirements Battery Operating Times Maintaining Battery ConditionPage Troubleshooting Common Problems Troubleshooting Reference Inverter will run some small loads, but not larger ones AC load will not operate. No inverter lights are onMeasured inverter output is too low Alarm is soundingAC load will not operate. The Fault light is on Battery run time is less than expectedPossible Cause Specifications are subject to change without notice Specifications90% What will Xantrex do? What does this warranty cover and how long does it last?How do you get service? What does this warranty not cover? Product DisclaimerPage Exclusions Return Material Authorization Policy Page Other Xantrex Products Out of Warranty Service