Duracell Inverter 3000 Owner's Manual

Owner's Guide

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INVERTER 3000

INVERTER 3000

Owner’s Guide

About Xantrex

Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with
products ranging from small mobile units to utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells,
microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems. Xantrex
products include inverters, battery chargers, programmable power supplies, and variable speed drives
that convert, supply, control, clean, and distribute electrical power.

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reserved. XANTREX is a registered trademark of Xantrex International.

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and are used herein for identification purposes only.

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Duracell® Inverter 3000 Owner’s Guide © May 2008 Duracell. All rights reserved.

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Date and Revision

May 2008 Revision A

Part Number

975-0444-01-01

Product Number

813-3007

Contact Information

Telephone: [phone]
Website: www.xantrex.com/support

About This Guide

Purpose

The purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations and
procedures for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the Duracell

Inverter 3000.

Scope

The Guide provides safety guidelines, as well as information about
operating and troubleshooting the inverter. It does not provide details
about particular brands of batteries. You need to consult individual
battery manufacturers for this information.

This Guide does not provide installation instructions. Installation should
be handled by qualified installers including licensed technicians and
electricians. Qualified installers have knowledge and experience in
installing electrical equipment, knowledge of the applicable installation
codes, and awareness of the hazards involved in performing electrical
work and how to reduce those hazards.

Audience

Qualified installers are to use the Duracell Inverter 3000 Installation

Guide (doc. part number: 975-0445-01-01).

The Guide is intended for users and operators of the Duracell Inverter

3000.

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About This Guide

Organization

This Guide is organized into four chapters and one appendix.
Chapter 1 describes the standard features of the Duracell Inverter 3000, as

well as its protection features.
Chapter 2 provides information on the different parts of the Duracell

Inverter 3000.

Chapter 3 describes the operational procedures for using the Duracell

Inverter 3000.

Chapter 4 contains information and procedures for troubleshooting the

Duracell Inverter 3000.

Appendix A contains physical and electrical specifications of the Duracell

Inverter 3000.

Conventions Used

The following conventions are used in this guide.

WARNING

Warnings identify conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of life

CAUTION

Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the unit or
other equipment.

Important:

but not as serious as a caution or warning.

These notes describe things which are important for you to know,

Related Information

You can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc. as well as
its products and services at www.xantrex.com

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Important Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT: Read and save this Owner’s Guide for
future reference.

This chapter contains important safety instructions for the Duracell

Inverter 3000.

WARNING: Shock, fire, and heat hazard. Risk of
injury to persons.

1. Before using the Duracell Inverter 3000, READ ALL instructions and
cautionary markings on or provided with the Duracell Inverter 3000,
the batteries, and all appropriate sections of this guide.

2. DO NOT OPERATE this product unless it has been installed by a
qualified installer in accordance with the Duracell Inverter 3000
Installation Guide.

3. Do not expose the Duracell Inverter 3000 to rain, snow, spray, or
bilge water . To reduce risk of fire hazard, do not cover or obstruct the
ventilation openings. Overheating may result.

4. To avoid a risk of fire and electric shock, make sure that wiring is in
good condition, adequately rated, and not undersized. Do not operate
the Duracell Inverter 3000 with damaged or substandard wiring.

5. Do not operate the Duracell Inverter 3000 if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. If the

Duracell Inverter 3000 is damaged, see the Warranty section.

6. Do not disassemble the Duracell Inverter 3000. It contains no user­serviceable parts. See Warra nty for ins tructions on obtaining service.
Attempting to service the Duracell Inverter 3000 yourself may result
in a risk of electrical shock or fire. Internal capacitors remain charged
after all power is disconnected.

7. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect DC power from the

Duracell Inverter 3000 before attempting any maintenance or

cleaning or working on any circuits connected to the Duracell

Inverter 3000. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.

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Safety

Precautions When Working With Batteries

WARNING: Explosion or fire hazard

1. Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the
manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed to
reduce the risk of battery explosion.

2. Working in the vicinity of lead-acid batteries is dangerous. Batteries
generate explosive gases during normal operation . Therefore, you
must read this guide and follow the instructions exactly before
installing or using your Duracell Inverter 3000.

3. This equipment contains components which tend to produce arcs or
sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not operate the Duracell

Inverter 3000 in compartments containing batteries or flammable

materials, or in locations that require ignition-protected equipment.
This includes any space containing gasoline-powered machinery , fuel
tanks, as well as joints, fittings, or other connections between
components of the fuel system.

4. Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.

5. Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or batteries.

6. Use caution to reduce the risk or dropping a metal tool on the battery.
It could spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical parts and
could cause an explosion.

7. If you need to remove a battery, always remove the ground terminal
from the battery first. Make sure all accessories are off so you don’t
cause a spark.

WARNING: Risk of personal injury due to burns or
battery acid

8. Remove all metal items, like rings, bracelets, and watches when
working with lead-acid batteries. Lead-acid batteries produce a short
circuit current high enough to weld metal to skin, causing a severe
burn.

9. Have someone within range of your voice or close eno ugh to come to
your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.

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10. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid

contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.

11. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid

touching your eyes while working near batteries.

12. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap

and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood it with running
cold water for at least twenty minutes and get medical attention
immediately.

Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances

CAUTION: Risk of equipment damage

The output of the Duracell Inverter 3000 is not sinusoidal and may not be
compatible with all loads. Follow the recommendations below.

Safety

Most rechargeable battery-operated equipment uses a separate charger or
transformer that is plugged into an AC receptacle and produces a low
voltage charging output.

Some chargers for small rechargeable batteries can be damaged if
connected to the Duracell Inverter 3000. Do not use the following with
the Duracell Inverter 3000:

• Small battery-operated appliances like flashlights, razors, and night

lights that can be plugged directly into an AC receptacle to recharge.

• Some chargers for battery packs used in power hand tools. These

affected chargers display a warning label stating that dangerous
voltages are present at the battery terminals.

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Contents

Important Safety Instructions

Precautions When Working With Batteries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - vi
Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -vii

1

Introduction

Quality Power - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–1
Ease of Use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2
Comprehensive Protection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2

2

Features

AC Panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–2
DC Panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–4
Remote Switch - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–5

3

Operation

Turning the Inverter On and Off - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3–1
Operating Several Loads at Once - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3–2
Display Screen - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3–2
Operating Limits - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–3

Power Output - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3–3
Input Voltage - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3–3

Inverter Loads - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–4

High Surge Loads - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3–4

Trouble Loads - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3–4
Routine Maintenance- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3–5
Recharging Your Batteries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–5
Recycling - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–5

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4

Troubleshooting

Common Problems- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–1

Buzz in Audio Equipment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–1
Television Reception - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–1

Troubleshooting Reference - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–2

A

Specifications

Electrical Performance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–1
Physical Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–2
Accessory - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–2

Warranty and Return Information

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - WA–1

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1 Introduction

The Duracell Inverter 3000 has been designed to give you quality power ,
ease of use, and reliability.

Please take a few moments to read this chapter to familiarize yourself
with the main performance features and protection features.

Quality Power

The Duracell Inverter 3000 is designed for use in recreational vehicles
(RVs), light and heavy duty truck applications, and other in-vehicle
applications.

• The inverter provides up to 2500 W of continuous power. It is
designed to handle loads such as microwaves, refrigerators, freezers,
circular saws, and small air compressors.

• The inverter’s high surge capability lets you handle many hard-to­start loads, including large TVs, refrigerators, and freezers.

• The cooling fan in the inverter is thermally activated and comes on
when the inverter becomes warm. The fan turns off automatically
after the inverter has cooled.

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