Xantrex Technology XM 1800, XM 1000 manual Battery Types, Automotive Starting Batteries

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B Battery Types

The information in Chapter B will help you to select, connect, and maintain batteries that are most appropriate for your application.

The batteries that you use strongly affect the performance of the XM 1800. It is important to connect the inverter to the correct size and type of battery.

Battery Types

Automotive Starting Batteries

The lead-acid battery you are most familiar with is probably the starting battery in your vehicle. An automotive starting battery is designed to deliver a large amount of current for a short period of time (so it can start your engine). Only a small portion of the battery’s capacity is used when starting the engine, and the spent capacity is quickly recharged by the running engine.

The starting battery in your vehicle is not designed for repeated deep- discharge cycles where the battery is almost completely discharged and then recharged. If a starting battery is used in this kind of deep discharge service, it will wear out very rapidly.

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Contents Xantrex PRO Inverter XM 1000 and XM Xantrex PRO Inverter Owner’s GuideDate and Revision Scope About This GuidePurpose AudienceConventions Used Related InformationImportant Safety Instructions Explosive Gas Precautions SafetyPrecautions When Working With Batteries Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances Contents Troubleshooting OperationSpecifications Battery TypesAlternators and Charging Systems Xii Quality Power IntroductionLow battery voltage shutdown Shuts the XM 1800 down Comprehensive ProtectionFeatures Materials ListFront Panel Side ViewRear Panel Page Installation Designing Your Installation1DC Input Configuration for Normal Loads 2DC Input Configuration for Heavy Loads Installation Codes Calculating Battery RequirementsChoosing an Effective Charging System XM 1800 must only be installed in a location that is Choosing an Appropriate LocationCalculating Cable Sizes Calculating Size of DC Input CablesSizing the Chassis Ground Cable Calculating Fuse/Circuit Breaker Size To select the correct fuse type and sizeInstalling the XM Safety InstructionsInstallation Tools and Materials Installation Overview of Installation Steps Mounting the InverterTo mount the XM Connecting the Chassis Ground Grounding LocationsChassis Ground Stud To connect the cable to the chassis ground studAC Wiring 3Required AC wire size vs. required breaker ratingConnecting AC Input 5XM 1800 AC Wiring Compartment Connecting AC Output to an Existing AC Circuit Make ModelTo make a permanent connection to existing AC wiring AC Wiring 6AC Wiring Diagram with an Inverter Subpanel 7AC Wiring Diagram without an Inverter Subpanel Connecting the DC Cables To connect the DC cablesConnecting the DC Cables Testing Your Installation Testing in Invert ModeTo test the XM 1800 in invert mode Testing in Shore Power Mode To test the XM 1800 in shore power modeInstalling the Remote Panel To install the remote panel in another locationInstalling the Remote Panel Page Operation Feature Front Panel OperationOperating in Shore Power Mode Operating in Inverter ModeTurning the Inverter On and Off Turning the Inverter Off When Not Used Checking Battery StatusChecking Output Power Operating Several Loads at OncePower Output Operating LimitsInput Voltage High Surge Loads Inverter LoadsOverload Conditions Trouble LoadsXM 1800 Unit Over-temperature ConditionsRoutine Maintenance BatteriesPage Troubleshooting Buzz in Audio Equipment Common ProblemsUnderstanding Fault Codes Television Reception1Fault Codes Troubleshooting Reference Troubleshooting ReferenceTroubleshooting Reference Page Specifications Electrical Performance Physical Specifications Mounting Dimensions Figure A-1XM 1800 Mounting DimensionsFigure A-2XM 1000 Mounting Dimensions Battery Types Battery TypesAutomotive Starting Batteries Battery Size Deep-Cycle BatteriesBattery Size Estimating Battery Requirements Battery Sizing ExampleTo determine how much battery capacity you need Battery Sizing Worksheet Using Multiple Batteries Two Separate Battery BanksTwo Batteries Connected In Parallel Battery Tips Following table Alternators and Charging Systems Charging System RequirementsUsing a High-Output Alternator Using a Standard Vehicle AlternatorUsing a Multi-stage Alternator Regulator Charging With an Engine AlternatorCharging From AC Power Charging From Alternative Energy SourcesPage Warranty and Return Information WarrantyDisclaimer ProductExclusions Return Material Authorization Policy Return ProcedureOut of Warranty Service Information About Your System