Xantrex Technology TS400 manual Introduction

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Xantrex TS400 Sine Wave Inverter!

The TS400 has been designed to give you premium power, ease of use, and outstanding reliability.

Please read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main performance and protection features of the TS400.

To ensure quality customer service for your inverter, be sure to keep your proof of purchase. Also, take a few minutes at this time to complete the form, “Information About Your System” on page WA–4.

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