Xantrex Technology IP1012 AL

Rating Curves and Charging Profiles

975-0337-01-01 A–7

Figure A-3

Three-stage charging profile

Bulk

DC Voltage

DC Current

Charging

Started

Constant current

@ maximum

charge rate Constant voltage Reduced voltage

Load current on demand

Float Volts Setting

Bulk Volts Setting

Time

Absorption Charge Float Charge

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Contents

Main Page Page About Xantrex Trademarks Notice of Copyright Exclusion for Documentation Date and Revision About This Guide Purpose Scope Audience Organization Conventions Used Related Information WARNING Important: CAUTION Important Safety Information Important:: General Precautions Precautions When Working With Batteries Precautions for Using Rechargeable Devices Contents Page Page Page Page Page Page Planning for AC Loads Type of L oad s AC loads DC loads Problem loads Ambient Temperature Calculating Size of an AC Load Page Tabl e 2-1 Typical operating time with fully-charged 400 Ah deep-cycle batteries Running the Alternator While Operating AC and DC Loads Page Using the Remote Switch Switch indicators lights The switch indicator lights (i.e., LED) provide information about the Operating the Inverter/Charger Turning the Inverter On and Running Loads Running in Extremes Of Hot or Cold Temperatures Restarting After a Shutdown Battery Charging Using Shorepower Miscellaneous Hints 3 Maintaining the Inverter/charger Checking Terminals WARNING Disconnecting and Connecting the Batteries Disconnecting Connecting WARNING: Explosion or Fire Note: Replacing the Fuse WARNING: Possible popping sound and sparks Note: WARNING: Correct Fuse Type Note: CAUTION: Do not overtighten fuse nuts! Removing and Reconnecting AC Cables Page Troubleshooting Common Problems Blinking Lights on the Remote Switch Table 4-1 Troubleshooting reference (Continued) Page A Physical Specifications Inverter Specifications Charger Specifications Transfer and General Specifications Specifications A6 975-0337-01-01 Rating Curves and Charging Profiles Figure A-1 Output surge rating Figure A-2 Charging current versus temperature derating curve Page Page Index A B C D M N O P R Warranty and Return Information Warra nty What proof of purchase is required? Disclaimer Product Exclusions Return Material Authorization Policy Return Procedure Out of Warranty Service Information About Your System Page Xantrex Technology Inc.