Xantrex Technology 200 W, 400 W, 800 W manual Troubleshooting Reference, Possible Cause Solution

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Troubleshooting Reference

This section describes problems, their symptoms, possible causes, and solutions.

Problem: The AC load will not operate. Digital display is off.

Possible Cause	Solution

Battery is defective.	Check battery and replace if required.
The inverter has been connected	Check connection to battery.
with reverse DC input polarity.	The inverter has likely been damaged and
	needs to be repaired.
	Have the unit repaired (not covered under
	warranty).
Loose cable connections.	Check cables and connections.
	Tighten as required.

Problem: The inverter will run some small loads, but not larger ones.

Possible Cause

Solution

Voltage drop across DC cables. Shorten cables or use heavier cables.

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Contents Digital Inverter 200 W, 400 W, 800 W About Xantrex TrademarksDisclaimer Date and RevisionContents Maintaining Battery Condition Troubleshooting Introduction About This Guide Important Safety Information Page Additional Safety Guidelines Digital Inverter Features AC Front PanelAC Panel of 400 W unit DC Back Panel 2B 2AFan and Ventilation Openings Digital Display Top Panel Digital Display PanelDigital Display Panel Functions Product Lighter Plug Connection Connections Cable Clamps/BatteryTypes of Connections Accessories Lighter Plug CableConnecting the Digital Inverter Choosing a LocationConnecting for Loads Under 150 W Connecting for Loads Over 150 W Page Page Operating the Digital Inverter Operating Conditions and GuidelinesShutting the inverter off Min Max Continuous Surge Rating Product Power Rating Operating normal loadsOperating loads with high surge requirements Wattage of Common AC Products Producta Wattsb UnitMaintaining Battery Condition Inverter Load Sample Appliance Operating TimePage Troubleshooting Television interference Common ProblemsBuzz in audio systems Troubleshooting Reference Possible Cause SolutionProblem Measured inverter output is too low Error Possible Cause Specifications Unit UnitaLow voltage alarm Warranty and Return WarrantyTelephone 1 Fax Disclaimer ProductExclusions Return Material Authorization Policy Page Return Procedure Out of Warranty Service Other Xantrex Products