Xantrex Technology 3000 manual Battery Tips

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Battery Tips

Battery Tips

WARNING

Review “Precautions When Working With Batteries” on page vi before you work with the batteries in your system.

Explosive/

Corrosive

Gases

Lead-acid batteries may emit hydrogen gases, oxygen, and sulfuric acid fumes when recharging. To reduce the risk of explosion:

Vent the battery compartment to prevent the accumulation of gases.

Do not install electronic or electrical equipment in the battery compartment.

 

• Do not smoke or use an open flame when working around batteries.

Temperature

The capacity of lead-acid batteries is temperature sensitive. Battery

Sensitivity

capacity is rated at 77 ºF (25 ºC). At 0 ºF (–20 ºC), the Ah capacity is

 

about half the rated capacity. You should consider temperature when

 

designing your system.

 

Low Temperatures If extremely low temperatures are expected

 

where the inverter is going to be located, you should consider a

 

heated equipment room. If the system is located in an unheated space,

 

an insulated battery enclosure is recommended.

 

High Temperatures The batteries should also be protected from high

 

temperatures. These can be caused by high ambient temperatures,

 

solar heating of the battery enclosure, or heat released by a nearby

 

engine or generator. High battery temperatures shorten battery life

 

and therefore you should ventilate the enclosure and use shade and

 

insulation as appropriate.

Discharged

Do not leave batteries in a discharged state for more than a day or two.

Batteries

They will undergo a chemical process (sulfation) that can permanently

 

damage the battery. As well, batteries self-discharge over a period of three

 

to six months, and they should be recharged periodically even if they are

 

not being used.

Electrolyte

If your batteries are not the “maintenance-free” type, check the electrolyte

Level

level at least once a month. Excessive fluid loss is a sign of overcharging.

 

Replenish the electrolyte using only distilled water.

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Contents Owner’s Guide XPower Inverter 3000 PlusDate and Revision Purpose About This GuideScope AudienceRelated Information Conventions UsedImportant Safety Instructions Precautions When Working With Batteries Explosive gas precautionsPrecautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances Viii Contents Operation TroubleshootingSpecifications Alternators and Charging Systems Battery TypesXii Introduction Quality PowerComprehensive Protection Ease of UseDimensions of Remote On/Off Switch FeaturesRemote On/Off Switch AC Panel Feature DescriptionRemote On/Off Connector Port For connecting the Remote On Positive DC Cabling Terminal always connects to the cable DC PanelDesigning Your Installation Installation1Configuration for Normal Loads Choosing an Effective Charging System Installation CodesCalculating Battery Requirements Choosing an Appropriate Location Inverter must only be installed in a location that isCalculating Size of DC Input Cables Calculating Cable SizesCalculating Size of Chassis Ground Cable To select the correct fuse type and size Calculating Fuse/Circuit Breaker SizeInstallation Tools and Materials Installing the inverterSafety Instructions Installing the Remote On/Off Switch Overview of Installation StepsTo mount the inverter Mounting the InverterAC Connections Connecting the Chassis GroundGrounding Locations DC Disconnects and Over-Current DevicesTo make the DC connections Connecting the DC CablesInstallation Connecting the DC Cables Page Operating Several Loads at Once OperationTurning the Inverter On and Off Display Screen Turning the Inverter Off Between ChargesInput Voltage Power OutputOperating Limits Trouble Loads Inverter LoadsHigh Surge Loads Recharging Your Batteries Routine MaintenancePage Common Problems TroubleshootingBuzz in Audio Equipment Television ReceptionTroubleshooting Reference Consumer Hotline Page Electrical Performance SpecificationsPhysical Specifications Page Battery Types Battery TypesAutomotive Starting Batteries Deep-Cycle BatteriesBattery Size To determine how much battery capacity you need Estimating Battery RequirementsPer Day Hours = a x B Battery Sizing ExampleBattery Sizing Worksheet Two Batteries Connected In Parallel Using Multiple BatteriesTwo Separate Battery Banks Battery Tips Following table Charging System Requirements Alternators and Charging SystemsUsing an Alternator Controller Using a Standard Vehicle AlternatorUsing a High-Output Alternator Charging With an Engine AlternatorCharging From Alternative Energy Sources Charging From AC PowerPage Warranty Warranty and Product InformationWA-2 975-0128-01-01 Exclusions DisclaimerProduct Return Procedure Return Material Authorization PolicyOut of Warranty Service Purchased From Purchase Date Information About Your System
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