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TR1512-120-60
TR2412-120-60
TR1524-120-60
TR2424-120-60
TR3624-120-60
TR1512-230-50
TR1524-230-50
TR2424-230-50

Installation Manual

Inverter/Charger

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Trace Seri es Inverter/Charger

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Installation Manual

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About Xantrex

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Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products 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.

Trademarks

Trace Series Inverter/Charger is a trademark of Xantrex International. Xantrex is a registered trademark of Xantrex
International.

Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and product names are the property of their respective owners and are used
herein for identification purposes only.

Notice of Copyright

Trace Series Inverter/Charger Installation Manual © December 2007 Xantrex International. All rights reserved.

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Date and Revision

December 2007 Revision A

Part Number

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Product Number

TR1512-120-60, TR2412-120-60, TR1524-120-60, TR2424-120-60, TR3624-120-60, TR1512-230-50, TR1524-230-50,
TR2424-230-50

Contac t Information

Telephone: [phone] (toll free North America)

Fax: [phone] (toll free North America)

Email: [e-mail]

Web: www.xantrex.com

1 408 987 6030 (direct)

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Purpose

The purpose of this Installation Manual is to provide explanations and procedures
for installing the Trace Series Inverter/Charger.

Scope

The Manual provides safety guidelines, detailed planning and setup information,
and procedures for installing the inverter. It does not provide details about
particular brands of batteries. You need to consult individual battery
manufacturers for this information.

Audience

The Manual is intended for use only by qualified installers when installing the
Trace Series Inverter/Charger. Installers must be certified technicians or
electricians as this manual may not contain all required details and information
necessary for a safe and code compliant installation.

Organization

This Manual is organized into two chapters and one appendix.

Chapter 1, “Planning” contains information to pre-plan your installation of the
Trace Series Inverter/Charger.

Chapter 2, “Installation” contains information about how to plan for and install
the Trace Series Inverter/Charger.

Appendix A, “Specifications” contains information about the electrical,
environmental and regulatory specifications of the Trace Series Inverter/Charger.

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Conventions Used

The following conventions are used in this guide.

WARNING

Warnings identify conditions or practices 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:

serious as a caution or warning.

Model Numbering

This Manual contains information for eight models of the Trace Series Inverter/
Charger.

Within this Manual, if information applies to all models of the Trace Series
Inverter/Charger then they will be referred to as the Trace Series. If information
only applies to select models then the model number will be referenced as shown
in the table below. Make sure you know which model Trace Series Inverter/
Charger you have purchased.

Model Number Input Voltage Power

TR1512-120-60 120 Vac 1500 VA 12 Volt 60 Hz

TR2412-120-60 120 Vac 2400 VA 12 Volt 60 Hz

TR1524-120-60 120 Vac 1500 VA 24 Volt 60 Hz

TR2424-120-60 120 Vac 2400 VA 24 Volt 60 Hz

TR3624-120-60 120 Vac 3600 VA 24 Volt 60 Hz

These notes describe things which are important for you to know, but not as

Battery Bank
Operating Voltage Frequency

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TR1512-230-50 230 Vac 1500 VA 12 Volt 50 Hz

TR1524-230-50 230 Vac 1500 VA 24 Volt 50 Hz

TR2424-230-50 230 Vac 2400 VA 24 Volt 50 Hz

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Abbreviations and Acronyms

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AC Alternating Current

ASC Authorized Service Center

COM Communications Port

DC Direct Current

PV Photovoltaic

RE Renewable Energy

RMA Return Material Authorization

Trace Series Trace Series Inverter/Charger

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

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT

INSTRUCTIONS THAT SHALL BE FOLLOWED
DURING INSTALLATION OF ALL TRACE

ERIES INVERTER/CHARGER MODELS.

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WARNING: Limitations on use

The Trace Series is not intended for use in connection with life support systems or other
medical equipment or devices.

General

1. Before installing and using the Trace Series Inverter/Charger, read all
instructions and cautionary markings on the Trace Series Inverter/Charger and
all appropriate sections of this guide and the Trace Series Inverter/Charger
Operation Manual (Part #: 975-0391-01-01). Be sure to read all instructions
and cautionary markings for any equipment attached to this unit.

2. This unit is designed for indoor use only. Do not expose the Trace Series
Inverter/Charger to rain, snow, or spray.

3. To reduce risk of fire hazard, do not cover or obstruct the ventilation
openings. Do not install the Trace Series Inverter/Charger in a zero-clearance
compartment. Overheating may result.

4. Transformerless battery chargers are not to be used with this product family
due to the possible overheating and damage to the charger.

5. Use only attachments recommended or sold by the manufacturer. Doing
otherwise may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

6. To avoid a risk of fire and electric shock, make sure that existing wiring is in
good condition and that wire is not undersized. Do not operate the Trace
Series Inverter/Charger with damaged or substandard wiring.

7. Do not operate the Trace Series Inverter/Charger if it has received a sharp
blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. If the Trace Series
Inverter/Charger is damaged, see the Warranty section.

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afety

8. Do not disassemble the Trace Series Inverter/Charger. It contains no user­serviceable parts. See Warranty for instructions on obtaining service.
Attempting to service the Trace Series Inverter/Charger yourself will void
your warranty and may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire. Internal
capacitors remain charged after all power is disconnected.

9. The Trace Series contains more than one live circuit (batteries and AC line).
Power may be present at more than one source or from more than one
location. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect both AC and DC
power from the Trace Series Inverter/Charger before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning or working on any circuits connected to the Trace
Series Inverter/Charger. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.

10. Use insulated tools to reduce the chance of short-circuits when installing or
working with the inverter, the batteries, or a PV array.

11. Several diagrams contained within this manual are basic in nature and are
included only to depict different installation options. All details may not be
shown, and as such, local electrical codes must still be referenced.

Wiring Requirements

1. The Trace Series is designed to be permanently connected to the AC and DC
electrical systems. Xantrex recommends that all wiring be done by a certified
technician or electrician to ensure compliance with the local and national
electrical codes relevant to your installation. It is the responsibility of the
installer to ensure that the installation of the Trace Series complies with all
relevant electrical codes.

2. All wiring methods and materials shall be in accordance with local electrical
codes. When sizing conductors and conduits interfacing to the Trace Series,
both shall be in accordance with all state and local code requirements.

3. This product is intended to be installed as part of a permanently grounded
electrical system. This is the single point earth ground for the inverter system.

4. Use copper conductors only with insulation rated for 90°C (or higher).

5. The grounds on the Trace Series are marked with this symbol:

6. The AC voltage and current on the Trace Series is marked with this symbol:

WARNING Fire Hazard:

Do not install 120 volt AC stand-alone inverters onto 120/240 volt AC multi-branch
circuit wiring. This could pose a fire hazard due to an overloaded neutral return wire in
this configuration. See the Application Note titled “Multi-wire Branch Circuit Issues” on
the Xantrex website for additional information and possible solutions.

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Explo sive Gas Precautio ns

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WARNING: Explosion Hazard

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 Trace Series
Inverter/Charger.

1. This equipment contains components which tend to produce arcs or sparks. To
prevent fire or explosion, do not install the Trace Series Inverter/Charger 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.

2. To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those
published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of the equipment
in which the battery is installed.

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afety

Precautions When Working With Batteries

WARNING: Explosion or Fire Hazard

Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the
manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed.

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

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

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

4. 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.

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

6. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin,
clothing, or eyes.

7. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching your
eyes while working near batteries.

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afety

Regul atory

FCC Information
for the User

8. 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.

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

10. Always use identical types of batteries.

11. Never install old or untested batteries. Check each battery’s date code or label
to ensure age and type.

12. Batteries are temperature sensitive. For optimum performance, they should be
installed in a stable temperature environment.

13. Always recycle old batteries. Contact your local recycling center for proper
disposal information.

The Trace Series Inverter/Charger is CSA Certified to appropriate US and
Canadian standards. The 230 Vac/50 Hz models have been marked with the CE
designation for European countries. See “Safety and Electromagnetic
Compatibility Specifications” on page A–4 for more detailed information.

The Trace Series Inverter/Charger is intended to be used for residential or
commercial applications. Do NOT use this unit for applications for which it is not
listed (i.e., land vehicles or marine craft). It may not comply with the safety code
requirements or could possibly present other operational or safety hazards.

The Trace Series Inverter/Charger has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a residential environment. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with this Installation Manual, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver

• Connect the equipment into a circuit different from that which the receiver is
connected

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1

Planning

Unpacking and Inspection- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2
Pre-installation Planning- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–3

Location - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–3
Mounting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–4
Ventilation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–4
Tools Required - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–4
Hardware/Materials Required - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–5
Wiring Considerations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–5
Grounding Considerations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–6

AC Grounding - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–6

DC Grounding - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–6
Wire Routing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–6
Electrical Panels and Circuit Breaker Requirements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–7

AC Distribution Panel (Sub-Panel) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–7

DC Disconnect - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–7
Battery Considerations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–7

Battery Location - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–7

Battery Temperature - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–8
Basic Configurations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–9
Generators - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–11

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Installation

Inverter Mounting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–2
DC Wiring - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–5

General DC Grounding Requirements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–5
DC Circuit Grounding - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–5
Batteries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–7

Battery Types - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–7

Battery Cable Sizing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–7
DC Disconnect and Over-current Protection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–9

Battery Cable Connections - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–10
Connecting the Battery Bank to the Inverter - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–12

Installing a Battery Temperature Sensor - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–13

Using the COM Port - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–14

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AC Wiring - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–15

AC Distribution Panel (Sub-panel) Mounting and Conduit Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–15
Accessing the AC Terminals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–15
AC Input to the Inverter - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–18
AC Output Wiring to the AC Distribution Panel (Sub-panel) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–19
AC Wiring - On-Grid Applications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–20

AC Wiring - On-Grid Application using a Generator - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–21

AC Wiring - Off-Grid Applications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–22

Series Stacking- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–24

DC Wiring - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–24

DC Wiring for Two Disconnect Devices - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–25
DC Wiring for One Disconnect Device - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–26

DC Wiring With a Conduit Box - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–28
Battery Connections for Stacked Inverters - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–29
AC Wiring - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–30

AC Input to Inverters - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–30

AC Output from Inverters - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–31
Testing Stacked Inverters - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–33

Start-up and Test - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–33

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Specifications

Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A–4

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Figure 1-1 On-Grid Basic Configuration (Utility Backup)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–9
Figure 1-2 Off-Grid Configuration - with Renewable Energy Sources- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–10
Figure 1-3 Charge Rate versus RMS AC Voltage - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–12
Figure 2-1 Dimensions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–2
Figure 2-2 Mounting on Construction Studs - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–3
Figure 2-3 Mounting on Plywood - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–4
Figure 2-4 DC Wiring - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–6
Figure 2-5 Battery Cable Connections - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–11
Figure 2-6 DC Terminals on the Trace Series - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–11
Figure 2-7 Installing the DC Hardware and Covers - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–13
Figure 2-8 AC Side Cover Panels - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–16
Figure 2-9 AC Terminals for AC Input to the Inverter - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–18
Figure 2-10 AC Terminals for AC output to the Sub-panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–19
Figure 2-11 AC Wiring - On-Grid Application - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–20
Figure 2-12 AC Wiring - On-Grid Application using a Generator - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–21
Figure 2-13 AC Wiring - Off-Grid Application using a Generator - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–23
Figure 2-14 DC Side of the Trace Series - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–24
Figure 2-15 DC Wiring with 2 Disconnect Devices - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–26
Figure 2-16 DC Wiring with 1 Disconnect Device- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–27
Figure 2-17 DC Wiring with a Conduit Box - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–28
Figure 2-18 Battery Connections - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–29
Figure 2-19 AC Side of the Trace Series - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–30
Figure 2-20 AC Wiring - On-Grid Application using Series Stacking - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–32

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Table 1-1 Charge Rate versus RMS AC Voltage - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–11
Table 2-1 Safety Ground Conductor Size (US Installations) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–5
Table 2-2 Safety Ground Conductor Size (Canadian Installations) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–6
Table 2-3 Battery Charge Profiles - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–7
Table 2-4 Minimum Recommended Battery Cable Size versus Length - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–8
Table 2-5 Battery Cable to Maximum Breaker/Fuse Size - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–9
Table 2-6 Minimum Recommended Fuse Size - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–10
Table 2-7 Min. Recommended Wire Size, Torque Values, and Max. Output Breaker Size - - - - - 2–17
Table A-1 Electrical Specifications - 120 Vac/60 Hz Models - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–2
Table A-2 Electrical Specifications - 230 Vac/50 Hz Models - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–3
Table A-3 Environmental Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–4

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Chapter 1, “Planning” contains information to pre-plan your
installation of the Trace Series Inverter/Charger.

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Planning

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Unpacking and Inspection

Carefully unpack the inverter/charger from its shipping carton.

Important:

additional help available if necessary, to assist in lifting the unit during installation.

The unit weighs 35–45 lb (15.9–20.4 kg) (depending on model). Have

Verify all of the items listed below are present. Please call Xantrex Customer
Service if any items are missing.

❐ Trace Series Inverter/Charger

❐ Battery Temperature Sensor

❐ 1 3 ft. (0.9 m) Series Stacking Cable (120 Vac/60 Hz models only)

❐ 1 Red DC terminal cap

❐ 1 Black DC terminal cap

❐ 4!" hardware to secure terminal caps

❐ 3!" lock washers for DC/GND terminals

❐ 4!" flat washers for DC/GND terminals

❐ 3!" nuts for DC terminals

❐ 1 lower AC wiring box

❐ 1 upper AC wiring box (vented)

❐ 3!" hardware to secure AC wiring boxes

Save your proof-of-purchase. This is required if the unit should require warranty
service.

Save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If the inverter ever needs
to be returned for service, it should be shipped in the original carton. This is also a
good way to protect the inverter if it ever needs to be moved.

Record the unit’s model, serial number and date of purchase in the appropriate
fields in section “Information About Your System” on page WA–4 of the Trace
Series Inverter/Charger Operation Manual (Part #: 975-0391-01-01).

Important:

or illustrations used in this manual may not exactly match your unit. Xantrex Technology
Inc. reserves the right to update this product without notice or releasing an updated
manual when fit, form or function are not affected.

Due to continual improvement through product updates, photographs and/

See the Trace Series Inverter/Charger Operation Manual (Part #: 975-0391-01-01)
for additional information if necessary.

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WARNING: Shock hazard

Installation must only be performed by installers that are certified technicians or
electricians as this manual may not contain all required details and information necessary
for a safe and code compliant installation.

Pre-installation Planning

Location

Important:

instructions and cautionary markings on the Trace Series Inverter/Charger and all
appropriate sections of this guide. Be sure to read all instructions and cautionary markings
for any equipment attached to this unit.

Before installing and using the Trace Series Inverter/Charger, read all

Take some time prior to installing the equipment to pre-plan the installation.
Location, mounting, and ventilation should be taken into consideration before any
cabling can be done.

Inverters contain sophisticated electronic components and should be located in a
well protected, dry environment away from sources of fluctuating or extreme
temperatures and moisture. Exposure to saltwater is particularly destructive and
potentially hazardous.

Locate the inverter as close to the batteries as possible in order to keep the battery
cable length short. However, do not locate the inverter in the same compartment
as vented batteries. Batteries generate hydrogen sulfide gas which is corrosive to
electronic equipment. They also generate hydrogen and oxygen. If accumulated,
an arc caused by connecting the battery cables or switching a relay could ignite
this mixture. Mounting the inverter in a ventilated enclosure with sealed batteries
is acceptable.

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CAUTION: Corrosion Damage

If the inverter is installed in a location where it is exposed to a corrosive or condensing
environment and fails due to corrosion, it will not be covered under warranty.

Important:

sensitive electronic equipment susceptible to RFI as far away from the inverter as
possible. This includes radios and TVs.

Inverters can generate RFI (Radio Frequency Interference). Locate any

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