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PowerSource 1800 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 utilityscale 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
XPower PowerSource 1800 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
XPower PowerSource 1800 Owner’s Guide © September 2007 Xantrex
International. All rights reserved.
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(“XANTREX”)
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OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER
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EXPENSES, WHETHER SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
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USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK.
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Date and Revision
September 2007 Revision B
Part Number
975-0271-01-01
Product Number
852-1802
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Operating the XPower PowerSource 1800 incorrectly or misusing it may damage
the equipment or create hazardous conditions for the user.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS—This manual contains important
instructions for the PowerSource 1800. Follow these instructions during
installation and operation of this product.
WARNING: Shock hazard.
Keep away from children. PowerSource 1800 generates the same potentially
lethal AC power as a normal household wall outlet.
• Do not insert foreign objects into the AC Outlet or the ventilation holes.
• Do not expose this product to water, rain, snow, or spray.
WARNING: Risk of injury or loss of life
Do not use PowerSource 1800 in connection with life support systems or other
medical equipment or devices.
WARNING: Explosion hazard
Do not use this product where there are flammable fumes or gases.
WARNING:
Do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.
WARNING: Energy and burn hazard
A battery can present a risk of burn from high short-circuit current.
CAUTION: Risk of damage to the PowerSource 1800
The unit will not work when connected to any AC load that has its neutral
conductor connected to ground. Such loads include AC distribution wiring and
house wiring.
Electric shock and energy hazard
Contact Information
Telephone: 1 408 987 6030 (direct)
Fax: 1 360 925 5143 (direct)
Email: customerservice@xantrex.com
Web: www.xantrex.com/support
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FCC Information to the User
FCC Information to the User
This equipment 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 in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, 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 off and on, 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 an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Guidelines for Use
Important:
and loads
The continuous output wattage of this product is limited to 1800 watts total when
supplying backup power from its batteries. This limit applies to the total of all
items plugged into the product.
This output wattage is not sufficient to run products designed to produce large
amounts of heat, including space heaters and pellet stove igniters.
Visit www.xantrex.com for higher power solutions.
The PowerSource 1800 is not suitable for use with certain products
Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances
CAUTION: Equipment Damage
When the PowerSource 1800 is supplying backup power from its batteries, its
output is a non-sinusoidal modified sine wave, which is different from pure sine
wave utility-supplied electricity. Certain types of load equipment may be
damaged.
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 rechargeable batteries can be damaged if
connected to the PowerSource 1800.
Do not use the following with the PowerSource 1800:
• 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 hand power tools. These chargers
display a warning label stating that dangerous voltages are present at the
battery terminals.
Note: If you are unsure about using your rechar geable appliance with the
PowerSource 1800, contact the equipment manufacturer to determine the rechargeable
appliance’s compatibility with the modified sine wave (non-sinusoidal) AC wave form.
Products with Potential Problems
Some products, including the types listed below, may be damaged if they are
connected to the PowerSource 1800:
• Speed controllers found in some fans, power tools, kitchen appliances, and
other loads may be damaged.
• Metal halide arc (MHI) lights can be damaged.
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Features
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1 Fault LED illuminates red when PowerSource 1800 has an operation fault.
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2 Power button turns PowerSource 1800 on and off when utility power is not
available.
• Pressing and holding the Power button for at least half a second turns the
unit on or off when utility power is not present.
• When utility power is available, the Power button cannot be used to
remove power from any or all of the five AC outlets
3 AC Power/Battery LED illuminates green when utility power is available
and flashes amber when PowerSource 1800 is providing backup power using
its internal battery.
4 LED Screen indicates charging status, power draw from the PowerSource
1800 (W) when providing backup power, or battery capacity (%). The screen
also shows error codes to aid troubleshooting.
5 Select Button displays PowerSource 1800 Battery Level (%) or Output
Power (W).
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6 Charged/Charging LED (green) illuminates when PowerSource 1800 is
fully recharged and flashes while PowerSource 1800 is recharging.
7 AC Power Cord
8 Blue LED illuminates the rear AC outlets when AC power is available.
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9 15 A supplementary protector protects the PowerSource 1800 AC outlets
and your applications from overload conditions.
10 Five 120V AC outlets (One in the front, four in th e rear) for powering of fice
equipment and household appliances that draw a maximum total of 1800
watts (1440 watts continuous). All outlets are surge protected and backed up
by the PowerSource 1800 internal battery.
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