Xantrex Technology 450 owner manual Troubleshooting reference, Possible cause Remedy

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Troubleshooting reference

This section describes problems, their symptoms, possible causes, and specific remedies.

PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, no inverter warning lights are ON.

Possible cause	Remedy

Battery is defective.	Check battery and replace if required.
Inverter has been connected with	Check connection to battery. Probable
reverse DC input polarity.	inverter damage has occurred. Have
	unit repaired (not covered by
	warranty).
Loose cable connections.	Check cables and connections. Tighten
	as required.

PROBLEM: Inverter will run some small loads, but not larger ones.

Possible cause	Remedy

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

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Contents

XPower Inverter Date and Revision Table of Contents Troubleshooting XPower 450 features IntroductionImportant Safety Information Electrical Shock HazardHeated Surface Hazard Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated Explosion and Fire HazardRisk of Damage to the Xpower 450 Inverter Risk of Damage to Equipment Output is NON-SINUSOIDALSafety features Features AC panelDC panel Accessories Installation Choosing a locationMounting the inverter To mount the inverterUsing the DC cable with cigarette lighter plug Reverse Polarity DamageUsing the DC cable clips Hardwiring the inverter to the batteryShock and Fire Hazard To hardwire the inverter to a 12 V battery Inverter Damage Connecting the chassis ground Grounding locationsChassis ground screw Testing the GFCI-protected AC outlet To test the Gfci protectionOperation Operating statusesInverter operation Battery operating time Battery Operating Times Maintaining Battery Condition Using vehicle batteries Minimizing power draw Troubleshooting Common problemsBuzz in audio systems Troubleshooting reference Possible cause RemedyProblem Measured inverter output is too low Problem Battery run time is less than expected Consumer hotline Specifications Electrical specificationsPhysical specifications Limited Warranty WarrantyReturn Material Authorization Policy Out of Warranty Service Page Toll free in North America 1-408-987-6030 direct REV B