Xantrex Technology 250 11 Troubleshooting

PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, no audio alarm.

Possible Cause

Suggested Remedy

Product rated more than 230 watts, safety overload circuit has tripped.

Appliance is rated less than 230 watts, high starting surge has tripped overload.

Use anAC product with a power rating less than 230 watts.

AC product may exceed Portable Power 250’s surge capability. Use an AC product with starting surge power within the unit’s surge rating.

PROBLEM: AC product will not operate, audio alarm is sounding

Possible Cause

Battery has discharged to 10.0 volts.

Suggested Remedy

Turn off AC product and recharge battery.

Inverter has overheated due to poor ventilation or excessively warm environmental conditions.

Turn inverter OFF and allow to cool for 15 minutes. Clear blocked fan opening or remove objects covering the unit then restart.

PROBLEM: Run time is less than expected.

Possible Cause

Internal battery is not fully charged.

AC product power consumption is higher than expected.

Suggested Remedy

Recharge using AC Charger, until Recharge Indicator is green.

CheckAC product power or “wattage” rating (or current draw for DC products) and compare with tables in Sections 5.5 and 6.3.