Xantrex Technology 3000 manual Date and Revision

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About Xantrex

Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to one MW utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems. Xantrex products include inverters, battery chargers, programmable power supplies, and variable speed drives that convert, supply, control, clean, and distribute electrical power.

Trademarks

XPower is a trademark of Xantrex International. Xantrex is a registered trademark of Xantrex International.

Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and product names are the property of their respective owners and are used herein for identification purposes only.

Notice of Copyright

XPower 3000 Plus Owner’s Guide © December 2003 Xantrex International. All rights reserved.

Disclaimer

UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING, XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC. (“XANTREX”)

(a)MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION.

(b)ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL, WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION. THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK.

Date and Revision

December 2003 Revision A

Part Number

975-0128-01-01

Contact Information

Telephone:

1 800 670 0707

(toll free North America)

 

1 360 925 5097

(direct)

Fax:

1 800 994 7828

(toll free North America)

 

1 360 925 5143

(direct)

Email:

customerservice@xantrex.com

Web:

www.xantrex.com

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Contents XPower Inverter 3000 Plus Owner’s GuideDate and Revision Scope About This GuidePurpose AudienceConventions Used Related InformationImportant Safety Instructions Explosive gas precautions Precautions When Working With BatteriesPrecautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances Viii Contents Operation TroubleshootingSpecifications Battery Types Alternators and Charging SystemsXii Quality Power IntroductionEase of Use Comprehensive ProtectionDimensions of Remote On/Off Switch FeaturesRemote On/Off Switch Feature Description AC PanelRemote On/Off Connector Port For connecting the Remote On DC Panel Positive DC Cabling Terminal always connects to the cableInstallation Designing Your Installation1Configuration for Normal Loads Choosing an Effective Charging System Installation CodesCalculating Battery Requirements Inverter must only be installed in a location that is Choosing an Appropriate LocationCalculating Cable Sizes Calculating Size of DC Input CablesCalculating Size of Chassis Ground Cable Calculating Fuse/Circuit Breaker Size To select the correct fuse type and sizeInstallation Tools and Materials Installing the inverterSafety Instructions Overview of Installation Steps Installing the Remote On/Off SwitchMounting the Inverter To mount the inverterConnecting the Chassis Ground AC ConnectionsDC Disconnects and Over-Current Devices Grounding LocationsConnecting the DC Cables To make the DC connectionsInstallation Connecting the DC Cables Page Operating Several Loads at Once OperationTurning the Inverter On and Off Turning the Inverter Off Between Charges Display ScreenInput Voltage Power OutputOperating Limits Trouble Loads Inverter LoadsHigh Surge Loads Routine Maintenance Recharging Your BatteriesPage Buzz in Audio Equipment TroubleshootingCommon Problems Television ReceptionTroubleshooting Reference Consumer Hotline Page Electrical Performance SpecificationsPhysical Specifications Page Automotive Starting Batteries Battery TypesBattery Types Deep-Cycle BatteriesBattery Size Estimating Battery Requirements To determine how much battery capacity you needBattery Sizing Example Per Day Hours = a x BBattery Sizing Worksheet Two Batteries Connected In Parallel Using Multiple BatteriesTwo Separate Battery Banks Battery Tips Following table Alternators and Charging Systems Charging System RequirementsUsing a High-Output Alternator Using a Standard Vehicle AlternatorUsing an Alternator Controller Charging With an Engine AlternatorCharging From AC Power Charging From Alternative Energy SourcesPage Warranty and Product Information WarrantyWA-2 975-0128-01-01 Exclusions DisclaimerProduct Return Material Authorization Policy Return ProcedureOut of Warranty Service Information About Your System Purchased From Purchase Date
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