Xantrex Technology XS400 manual Precautions When Working With Batteries, Explosive Gas Precautions

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Important Safety Instructions

4.To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect both AC and DC power from the inverter before working on any circuits connected to

the inverter. Turning the On/Standby switch to Standby () will not reduce this risk.

5.Protect the inverter from rain, snow, spray, and water.

6.To reduce the risk of overheating, keep the ventilation openings clear, and do not install the inverter in a compartment with limited airflow.

Precautions When Working With Batteries

WARNING: Explosion and Fire Hazard

1.To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed.

2.Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.

3.Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or batteries.

4.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.

Explosive Gas Precautions

1.Batteries generate explosive gases during normal operation. Be sure you follow all relevant instructions exactly before installing or using your inverter.

2.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.

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Contents XS400 Sine Wave Inverter Page XS400 Sine Wave Inverter Date and Revision Audience PurposeScope OrganizationConventions Used Acronyms and Terminology Related InformationPage Important Safety Instructions General PrecautionsPrecautions When Working With Batteries Explosive Gas PrecautionsFCC Information to the User Page Contents Battery Types and Sizes TroubleshootingSpecifications Operation975-0054-01-01 Xiii Xiv Introduction Premium Power and Ease of Use How XS400 WorksProtection feature This protection feature… Comprehensive ProtectionXS400 Features Front Panel2Back Panel of the XS400 2Back Panel Features Back PanelS400 Remote Switch 3S400 Remote SwitchInstallation Introduction InverterPreparing for Installation Installation CodesInstallation Tools and Materials Materials ListMaterials for XS400 and S400 Remote Switch Designing Your Installation Installing the XS400Overview Choosing a Location Battery Requirements DC Cables Mounting Your Inverter To mount your XS400Connecting the Chassis Ground To connect the chassis groundInstalling the S400 Remote Switch To install the remote switch3Connecting Cable to the XS400 Getting Ready to Connect the DC Cables To prepare the DC cablesRouting the DC Cables Guidelines for Routing the DC CablesConnecting the DC Cables 5Connection Order for DC CablesTo connect the DC cables Connecting Your Appliances to the Gfci Outlets To connect your AC appliances to the Gfci outletsHardwiring the AC Output To hardwire the AC output connections7Removing the 3 Screws on the Wiring Box Access Panel 8Completing the Hardwiring Performing Checks Prior to Initial Start-up Connecting the AC Input CordTo connect the AC input cord To test the XS400 in invert mode Testing Your InstallationTo test the XS400 in shore power mode Installation 9Inverter Dimensions Page 10S400 Remote Switch Mounting Template Scale approximately Page Operation Front Panel Features Front Panel of the XS400Operating the XS400 Turning the XS400 to Standby When Not in UseTurning the XS400 to On or to Standby Using the S400 Remote Switch 2S400 Remote SwitchOperating in Invert Mode To operate the XS400 in invert modeRestarting or Operating Multiple Appliances Recovering from Low Battery Voltage ShutdownTo recover from a low battery voltage shutdown To restart or operate several appliancesOperating in Shore Power Mode To operate in shore power modeMonitoring the Indicator Lights Status of Indicator LightsResetting After a Fault or Shutdown 3Resetting After a Fault or ShutdownPage Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Reference Front Panel1Troubleshooting Reference for the XS400 1Troubleshooting Reference for the XS400 2Troubleshooting Reference for the S400 Remote Switch Page Specifications Electrical Specifications of XS400 Physical Specifications of XS400 with ProjectionsTransfer Circuit Physical Specifications of S400 Remote SwitchRegulatory Approvals Fan Cooling SystemPage BatterySizes Types Automotive Starting Batteries Battery TypesDeep-Cycle Batteries Battery Size Battery Sizing Example Estimating Battery RequirementsTo determine how much battery capacity you need Battery Sizing Worksheet Two Separate Battery Banks Using Multiple BatteriesTwo Batteries Connected In Parallel Battery Tips Battery Voltage State of Charge Warranty and Product Information WarrantyProduct DisclaimerExclusions Return Material Authorization Policy Return ProcedureOut of Warranty Service Information About Your SystemIndex IX-2 975-0054-01-01 975-0054-01-01 IX-3 IX-4 975-0054-01-01 Page Xantrex Technology Inc