Xantrex Technology XM 1000, XM 1800 guide

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Xantrex Technology XM 1000, XM 1800 manual

Contents

Xantrex PRO Inverter XM 1000 and XM Owner’s Guide Xantrex PRO Inverter Date and Revision Audience About This GuidePurpose Scope Related Information Conventions Used Important Safety Instructions Safety Explosive Gas Precautions Precautions When Working With Batteries Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances Contents Operation Troubleshooting Battery Types SpecificationsAlternators and Charging Systems Xii Introduction Quality Power Comprehensive Protection Low battery voltage shutdown Shuts the XM 1800 down Materials List Features Side View Front Panel Rear Panel Page Designing Your Installation Installation 1DC Input Configuration for Normal Loads 2DC Input Configuration for Heavy Loads Calculating Battery Requirements Installation CodesChoosing an Effective Charging System Choosing an Appropriate Location XM 1800 must only be installed in a location that is Calculating Size of DC Input Cables Calculating Cable Sizes Sizing the Chassis Ground Cable To select the correct fuse type and size Calculating Fuse/Circuit Breaker Size Safety Instructions Installing the XMInstallation Tools and Materials Installation Mounting the Inverter Overview of Installation StepsTo mount the XM Grounding Locations Connecting the Chassis Ground To connect the cable to the chassis ground stud Chassis Ground Stud 3Required AC wire size vs. required breaker rating AC Wiring Connecting AC Input 5XM 1800 AC Wiring Compartment Make Model Connecting AC Output to an Existing AC Circuit To make a permanent connection to existing AC wiring AC Wiring 6AC Wiring Diagram with an Inverter Subpanel 7AC Wiring Diagram without an Inverter Subpanel To connect the DC cables Connecting the DC Cables Connecting the DC Cables Testing in Invert Mode Testing Your InstallationTo test the XM 1800 in invert mode To test the XM 1800 in shore power mode Testing in Shore Power Mode To install the remote panel in another location Installing the Remote Panel Installing the Remote Panel Page Operation Front Panel Operation Feature Operating in Inverter Mode Operating in Shore Power ModeTurning the Inverter On and Off Operating Several Loads at Once Checking Battery StatusChecking Output Power Turning the Inverter Off When Not Used Operating Limits Power OutputInput Voltage Trouble Loads Inverter LoadsOverload Conditions High Surge Loads Batteries Over-temperature ConditionsRoutine Maintenance XM 1800 UnitPage Troubleshooting Television Reception Common ProblemsUnderstanding Fault Codes Buzz in Audio Equipment 1Fault Codes Troubleshooting Reference Troubleshooting Reference Troubleshooting Reference Page Electrical Performance Specifications Physical Specifications Figure A-1XM 1800 Mounting Dimensions Mounting Dimensions Figure A-2XM 1000 Mounting Dimensions Battery Types Battery TypesAutomotive Starting Batteries Deep-Cycle Batteries Battery Size Battery Size Battery Sizing Example Estimating Battery RequirementsTo determine how much battery capacity you need Battery Sizing Worksheet Two Separate Battery Banks Using Multiple BatteriesTwo Batteries Connected In Parallel Battery Tips Following table Charging System Requirements Alternators and Charging Systems Charging With an Engine Alternator Using a Standard Vehicle AlternatorUsing a Multi-stage Alternator Regulator Using a High-Output Alternator Charging From Alternative Energy Sources Charging From AC PowerPage Warranty Warranty and Return Information Product DisclaimerExclusions Return Procedure Return Material Authorization Policy Information About Your System Out of Warranty Service