Xantrex Technology 5000 manual

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About Xantrex Xantrex T echnology Inc. is a worl d-leadin g supplier of advanced power electroni cs and controls with products ranging from small mobile units to utili ty-s cale systems for wind, solar , batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applicati ons in bo th grid-connect ed and stand-alone systems. Xantrex products include in[...]

iii About This Guide Purpose The purpose of this Owner’ s Guide is to provide explanations an d procedures for operating, mainta ining, and troubleshooting the XPower Inverter 5000 . Scope The Guide provides safety guidelines, as well as information about operating and troubleshootin g the inv erter . It does not provide details about particular [...]

About T his Guide iv 975-0376-01-01 Organization This Guide is organized into four ch ap ters an d one appendi x. Chapter 1 describes the standard features of the XPower In verter 5000 , as well as its protection features. Chapter 2 provides information on the dif ferent parts of the XPower Inverter 5000 . Chapter 3 describes the operatio nal proce[...]

v Important Safety Instructions IMPORT ANT : Read and save this Owner ’ s Guide for future reference. This chapter contains importan t safety instructions for the XPower Inverter 5000 . 1. Before using the XPower Inverter 5000 , READ ALL instructions and cautionary markings on or provided with the XPower Inverter 5000 , the batteries, and all app[...]

Safety vi 975-0376-01-01 Precautions W hen W orking W ith Batteries 1. Follow all instructions publi shed by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed to reduce the risk of battery explosio n. 2. W orking in the vicinity of lead-a cid batteries is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gas es [...]

Safety 975-0376-01-01 vii 10. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes. 1 1. W ear complete eye protection and clothing protect ion. A void touching your eyes wh ile wo rking near batter ies. 12. If battery acid contacts skin or cl othing, wash immediately with soa p and water . If acid enters[...]

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975-0376-01-01 ix Important Safety Instructions Precautions When Working With Batteries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - vi Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - vii 1 Introduction Quality Power - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [...]

Contents x 975-0376-01-01 4 Troubleshooting Common Problems - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–1 Buzz in Audio Equipment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–1 Television Reception - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -[...]

1–1 1 Introduction The XPower Inverter 5000 has been designed to give you quality power , ease of use, and reliability . Please take a few moments to read th is chapter to familiarize yourself with the main performance features and protection features. Quality P ower The XPower Inverter 5000 is designed for use in recreational vehicles (R Vs), li[...]

Introduction 1–2 975-0376-01-01 Ease of Use Superior features and rugged durability have been combined with ease of use: • The inverter is compact, lig htweight, and easy to operate. • Loads can be powere d directly from the AC ou tle ts. • Easy-to-read indicators on the fro nt panel let you mo nitor system performance at a glance. • Remo[...]

2–1 2 F eatur es Chapter 2, “Features” describes the main feature s of the XPower Inverter 5000 . Familiarize yourself with them before operating the inverter . XPower_Inverter_5000_Owners_Guide.book Pa ge 1 Friday, April 4, 2008 2:59 PM[...]

Fe a t u r e s 2–2 975-0376-01-01 AC P a n e l Figure 2-1 AC Pane l Feature Description 1 On/Off Switch turns the inverter ’ s con trol circuit on and off. This switch is not a power disconnect swit ch. Disconn ect DC power before working on any circuits connected to the inverter . 2 Fault light (red): indicates the in verter has shut down due [...]

975-0376-01-01 2–3 5 S tatus D isplay: Shows V oltage, Current or AC Power . VO L T AG E : Indicates battery vo ltage at th e input terminal of the inverter in volts (V). CURRENT : Indicates current drawn from the battery by the inverter in amps (A). AC POWER: Indicates t he output power being drawn fro m the inverter in utilized kilowatts (kW). [...]

Fe a t u r e s 2–4 975-0376-01-01 DC P anel Figure 2-2 DC P anel Fea t u re D es c r ip t io n 1 Chassis Ground Lug connects to vehicle chassis. 2 V entilation Opening and Fan Assembly must not be obst ructed for the proper operation of the inverter . 3 Negative (–) DC Input T erminal connects to one end of the negative battery cable. The other[...]

975-0376-01-01 2–5 Remote Switch Figure 2-3 Remote Switch Fea t u re D es c r ip t io n 1 Remote On/Off Switch turns the inverter ’ s control circuit on and off. This switch is not a power disconnect switch. Disconnect DC power before working on any circ uits connected to the inverter . 2 Communications Cable is 10 feet (3 m) long. This cable c[...]

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3–1 3 Oper ation Chapter 3 explains how to operate the inve rter efficiently and effectively . Specifically , this chapter: • Gives procedures for operating th e inverter from the front panel • Discusses operating limits and inverter loads • Discusses battery charging frequency • Provides information ab out routine maintenance T urning th[...]

Operation 3–2 975-0376-01-01 Operating Sever al Loads at Once If you are going to operate several lo ads from the inverter, turn them on separately after you have turned the inverter on. T urning loads on separately helps to ensu re that the inverter does not have to deliver the starting current for a ll the loads at once, and will help prevent a[...]

Operating Limits 975-0376-01-01 3–3 Operating Limits P ower Output The XPower Inverter 5000 can deliver up to 4000 W continuous and up to 5000 W for five minutes. Input V oltage The allowable inverter input (battery ) voltage ranges are shown in the following table: Operating Condition V oltage Range Comment Normal 1 1–15 V Optimum Performance [...]

Operation 3–4 975-0376-01-01 Inverter Loads The inverter will operate most AC lo ads continuously within its power rating of 4000 W . However , some appliances and equip ment may be difficult to operate, and other applia nc es may actually be dam aged if you try to operate them with the inverter. Please read “High Surge Loads” an d “T roubl[...]

Routine Maintenance 975-0376-01-01 3–5 Routine Maintenance Minimal maintenance is required to k eep your inverter operating properly . Periodically you should: • Clean the ex terior of the inverter with a damp cloth to prevent the accumulation of du st and dirt. • Ensure that the DC cables are secure and fasteners are tight. • Make sure ven[...]

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4–1 4 T roubleshooting Chapter 4 will help you identify the source of most problems that can occur with the inverter. If you have a problem with the inverter , please review this chapter before contacting place of purchase. If you are unable to solve a proble m and need to contact place of purchase, record the in formation in the form “Informat[...]

T roubleshooting 4–2 975-0376-01-01 T roubleshooting Refer ence W ARNING: Electrical shock and burn hazard Do not disassemble the inverter. It does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Attempting to service the inverter yourself could result in an electrical shock or burn. Some of the following Solution s should be referred to a qualified elec[...]

T roubleshooting Reference 975-0376-01-01 4–3 E03 : Flashing Fault LED: Flashing Alarm: Beeping Inverter is in back- EMF (backfeed) protection shutdown. The AC output is being supplied with back-EMF (backfeed). Check that no other source of electrical power is connected to the AC outp ut circuits of the inverter . If motor loads are on the invert[...]

T roubleshooting 4–4 975-0376-01-01 8 E09 : Flashing Fault LED: Flashing Alarm: Beeping Inverter ’ s DC terminal is in over temperature shutdown. Loose connection between the inverter ’ s DC terminal and the DC input battery cable. The DC input battery cable is undersized. T ighten the connection at the terminal to a torque of 18– 20 ft-lbs[...]

T roubleshooting Reference 975-0376-01-01 4–5 12 N/A No AC output voltage; there is DC input voltage indication. Inverter fuse open. GFCI outlet tripped. The inverter could have been connected with reverse DC inpu t polarity . Inverter fuses are not user-replaceable. Return the inverter . See the W arranty section for return information. If AC vo[...]

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A–1 A Specifications Appendix A contains electrical performance and physical specifications, for the inverter . Electrical P erformance Important: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Output power at 25ºC (77ºF) ambient temperature and 12 Vdc input: • Maximum continuous ou tput power • 5 minut e r a ti ng • Surge rating 40[...]

Specifications A–2 975-0376-01-01 Physical Specifications Accessory Length 18 1/2" (47 cm) W idt h 8" (20 cm) Height 6 1/4" (16 cm) W ei ght 24.1 lb. (10.9 kg) Remote On/Off switch (Part number: 100-0830-01-01) On/Of f Switch with 10-foot communications cable. XPower_Inverter_5000_Owners_Guide.book Pa ge 2 Friday, April 4, 2008 2:5[...]

975-0376-01-01 WA–1 W a rranty and Return Information Wa r r a n t y What does this warranty cov er and how long does it last? This Limited W arranty is provided by Xantrex T echnology Inc. ("X a ntrex") and covers defects in workmansh ip and m a teri als in your XPower Inverter 5000 . This W arranty Period lasts for 12 months from th e[...]

W arranty and Return Information WA–2 975-0376-01-01 What proof of pur chase is requir ed? In any warranty claim, da ted proof of purchase must accompany the product and th e product must not have been disass embled or modifi ed without prior written authorization by Xantrex. Proof of purchase may be in any one of the following form s: • The da[...]

975-0376-01-01 WA–3 IN NO EVENT WILL XANTREX BE LIABLE F OR: (a)ANY SPECI AL, INDIRECT , INCIDENT AL OR CO NSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, LO ST REVENUES, F AILURE TO REALIZE EXPECTED SA VINGS, OR OTHER COMMERCIAL OR ECONOM IC LOSSES OF ANY KIND, EVEN IF XANT REX HAS BEEN ADVISED, OR HAD REASON TO KNOW , OF THE POSSIBILI TY OF SUCH D[...]

W arranty and Return Information WA–4 975-0376-01-01 If you ar e re turning a pr oduct to a Xa ntrex Auth orized Service Center (ASC) A Xantrex return material aut horization (RMA ) number is not required. However , you must contact the ASC prior to returning the product or presenting the unit to verify any return pro cedures th at may apply to t[...]

975-0376-01-01 WA–5 Information About Y our System As soon as you open your XPower Inverter 5000 package, record the followi ng informatio n and be sure to keep your proof of purchase. If you need to contact Customer Service, please record the fo llowing det ails befo re calling. This information will help our representatives giv e you bett er se[...]

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