Xantrex Technology TS400 User Manual

TS400 Sine Wave Inverter

Owner’s Guide

TS400 Sine Wave Inverter

Owner’s Guide

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Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to one MW 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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About This Guide

Purpose

The TS400 Sine Wave Inverter Owner’s Guide contains information for installing, operating, and troubleshooting the TS400 Sine Wave Inverter (TS400).

Scope

This Guide provides safety guidelines, installation, operation, troubleshooting, and warranty information for the TS400.

Basic information on battery types and sizes is provided in Appendix B,

“Battery Types and Sizes”. For comprehensive information about your

battery, refer to the battery manufactu rer’s guide. Service information is not included as the unit does not contain user-

serviceable parts.

Audience

This Guide is intended for anyone who needs to install and operate the

TS400 Sine Wave Inverter. Installers should be certified technicians or

electricians.

Organization

The Owner’s Guide is organized into four chapters and two appendixes.

Chapter 1, “Introduction”, outlines the main performance and safety

features of the TS400. Reading this chapter will give you a clear understanding of the inverter’s capabilities.

Chapter 2, “Installation”, provides detailed information for installing the

TS400.

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About This Guide

Chapter 3, “Operation”, provi des information ab out ope ra ti ng t h e TS400.

Details are provided on how to read the front panel indicators to monitor the TS400.

Chapter 4, “Troubleshooting”, explains how to iden tify and solve

problems that can occur with the TS400.

Appendix A, “Specifications”, provides the electrical and physical

specifications of the TS400.

Appendix B, “Battery Types and Sizes”, provides information that will

help you to select, connect, and maintain batteries that are most appropriate for your application.

“Warranty and Product Information”, contains the product warranty,

explains how to retur n a product f or servic e, and descr ibes how to pre pare for a call to Xantrex Customer Service.

Conventions Used

The following conventions are used in this guide.

WARNING

Warnings identify conditions that could result in pers onal injury or loss of life.

CAUTION

Cautions identif y condi tions or pra ct ices t hat c ould r esult in damage to the TS400 Sine Wave Inverter or to other equipment.

Note: Notes describe additional information which may add to

your understanding of how to use the TS400.

Important:

item that you must pay attention to.

These notes describe an important action item or an

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Acronyms and Terminology

AC Alternating current DC Direct current CSA Canadian Standards Association FCC Federal Communications Commission GFCI Ground fault circuit interrupter UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Hardwiring to make a permanent electrical connection

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

WARNING

This Owner’s Guide contains important safety and operating instructions.

Before using your TS400 Sine Wave Inverter, be sure to read, understand, and save these safety instructions.

WARNING: Restrictions on Use

The TS400 Sine Wave Inverter shall not be used in connection with life support systems or other medical equipment or devices.

WARNING: Shock hazard

The TS400 has On/Standby mode only. It does not have an Off mode, that is, DC power is permanently connected to the unit.

General Precautions

1. Before installing and using the inverter, read all appropriate sections of this guide and any cautionary markings on the inverter and the batteries.

2. Do not operate the inverter if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherw ise damaged . If the unit i s damaged, s ee “Warranty

and Product Information” on page WA–1.

3. Do not dismantle the inverter; it contains no user-servi ceable parts. Attempting to ser vice the unit yo urself c ould caus e elect rical s hock or fire. Internal capacitors remain charged after all power is disconnected. See “Warranty” on page WA–1 for instructions on obtaining service.

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Important Safety Instructions

4. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect DC power from the inverter before working on any circuits connected to the inverter.

Turning the On/Standby switch to Standby ( ) will not reduce this risk.

5. Protect the inverter from rain, snow, spray, and water.

6. T o r edu ce th e ris k of overhe ating, ke ep the venti lati on ope nin gs cl ear, and do not install the inverter in a com partment with limited airflow.

Precautions When Working With Batteries

WARNING: Explosion and Fire Hazard

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

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

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

4. Use caution to red uce the risk of dro ppi ng a metal tool on the ba tt er y. It could spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical parts and could cause an explosion.

Explosive Gas Precautions

1. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal operation. Be sure you follow all relevant instructions exactly before installing or using your inverter.

2. This equipment contains components which tend to produce arcs or sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not install the inverter in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials or in locations that require igniti on-protec ted equi pment. Thi s inclu des any space containing gasoline-powered machinery, fuel tanks, as well as joints, fittings, or other connections between components of the fuel system.

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FCC Information to the User

This Class B device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received , including interference that may c ause undesired operation.

Important Safety Instructions

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Contents

Important Safety Instructions

General Precautions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - vii Precautions When Working With Batteries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - viii Explosive G as Precautions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - viii FCC Information to the User - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -ix

Introduction

How TS400 Works - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–2 Premium Power and Ease o f Use- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–2 Comprehensive Protect ion - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–3

TS400 Features- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–4

Front Panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–4 Back Panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–5

Optional Ac cessory: Remote Switch - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–6

Dimensions of Remote Switch - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–6 Part number of Remote Switch - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–6

Installation

Introduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–2 Preparing for Installati on - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–3

Installation Codes - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–3 Materials List - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–4 Installation Tools and Materials - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–4

Installing the TS400 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–6

Overview - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–6 Step 1: Designing Your I nstallation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–6 Step 2: Mounting Your Inv erter - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–10 Step 3: Conn ecting the Chassis Ground - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–11 Step 4: Installing the Optional S400 Remote Switch - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–12 Step 5: Getting Ready to Connect the DC Cables - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–14 Step 6: Routing the DC Cables - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–15 Step 7: Conn ecting the DC Cables - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–16 Step 8: Connecting Your Equipment to the GFCI Outlets - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–18 Step 9: Hardwiring the AC Output - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–19 Step 10: Performing Checks Prior to Initial Start-up - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–22 Step 11: Testing Your Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–22

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Operation

Front Panel Features- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–2 Operating the TS400 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–3

Turning the TS400 On - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–3 Turning the TS400 to Standby When Not in Use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–3 Using the Optional S400 Remote Switch - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–4

Recharging Your Batteries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–5

Recovering from Low Bat tery Voltage Shutdown - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–5

Restarting or Operatin g Multiple Pi eces of Equip ment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–5 Monitoring the Operating Status- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–6 Resetting A fter a Fault or Shutdown - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–7

Troubleshooting

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

Specifications

Electrical Specificatio ns - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–2 Physical Sp ecifications with Projections - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–2 Regulatory Approvals- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–3 Fan Cooling System - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–3

Battery Types and Sizes

Battery Typ es - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -B–2

Automotive Starting Batteries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B–2

Deep-Cycle Batteries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B–2 Battery Size - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -B–3 Estimating Battery Requirements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -B–4

Battery Sizing Example - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B–4

Battery Sizing Worksheet - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -B–5 Using Multiple Batteries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B–6

Two Batteries Connected In Parallel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -B–6

Two Separate Battery Banks - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B–6 Battery Tips - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -B–7

Warranty and Product Information

Warranty - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - WA–1 Disclaimer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - WA–2

Product - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - WA–2

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Contents

Exclusions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -WA –2

Warning: Lim itations On Use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -WA–2 Return Material Authoriza tion Policy- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -WA–3 Return Proc edure - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -WA–3 Out of Warranty Service - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -WA–3 Information About Your System - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -WA–4

Index

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Xantrex TS400 Sine

Wave Inverter!

The TS400 has been designed to give you premium power, ease of use, and outstanding reliability.

Please read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main performance and protection features of the TS400.

T o ensure quality customer service for your inverter, be sure to keep your proof of purchase. Also, take a few minutes at this time to complete the form, “Information About Your System”

on page WA–4.

Introduction

How TS400 Works

TS400 is a sine wave i nverter wh ich conver ts 12 vo lts dir ect-curr ent (DC)

power from your battery to 120 volts alte rnating current (AC) power . This AC power is the same as the electricity you get from your utility. In terms of output, TS400 provides 400 watts of sine wave power for operating your equipment.

Premium Power and Ease of Use

TS400 provides premium power for your portable power needs. The

inverter’s sine wave output provides clean power for small power tools, test equipment, television monitors and battery chargers.

Superior features and rugged durability have been combined with ease of use:

• 400 watt inverter with 800 watt surge

• Filtered sine wave output will not cause distortion on sensitive

electronics

• DSP control technology starts complex loads with ease

• Two GFCI outlets and hardwire AC connections

• Easy-to-read indicator lights on the front panel

• Optional S400 Remote Switch provides On/Standby control from a

convenient location

• Audible alarm for low battery voltage

• Automatic c ooling fan

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Comprehensive Protection

TS400 is designed to meet UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 safety

standards and it is compliant with F CC Class B.

TS400 comes equipped with numerous protection features to guarantee

you safe and worry-free operation.

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Comprehensive Protection

Low voltage alarm and shutdown

High voltage shutdown Protects the TS400 by disabling the AC output when the input

Over-temperature shutdown

Overload protection Disables the AC output of the TS400 if the appliance connected to

Supplemental circuit protection

Protects the battery from becoming completely discharged. The Low Battery light and audible alarm indicate that input voltage is low (10.7 volts). If the input voltage drops below 10.3 volts, the

TS400 shuts down automatically and the Inverter ON light turns

off. The TS400 recovers automatically when the input voltage comes up to about 12.6 volts.

voltage rises to 15.3 volts or more. The AC output is enabled when the input voltage drops to 14.5 volts.

Disables the AC output of the TS400 when the internal temperature rises to unacceptable levels due to higher ambient temperature or overloading. The TS400 recovers automatically when it cools down.

the inverter exceeds the 400 watt rating of the inverter. The TS400 will have to be reset. (See “Resetting After a Fault or Shutdown” on

page 3–7.)

Trips and disables the AC output when a current in excess of 7.5 amps is drawn from the TS400. The supplemental circuit protector can be reset to enable the unit to operate again after clearing the overload condition. (See “Resetting After a Fault or Shutdown” on

page 3–7.)

Short circuit protection Disables the AC output of the TS400 when a short circuit is applied

on the AC output. Once the short circuit is cleared, the TS400 will have to be reset. (See “Resetting After a Fault or Shutdown” on

page 3–7.)

Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)

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Trips and disables the output of the TS400 when a ground fault current is detected. The output can be enabled again by resetting the GFCI, once the ground fault is cleared. (See “Ground Fault” on

page 3–7.)

Introduction

TS400 Features

Front Panel

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Front Panel of the TS400

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1 2 Inverter ON light illuminates when the TS400 is powering

3 Low Battery light illum inates when your battery voltage is lower

4 Fault light illuminates for fault conditions such as over

5 Supplemental Circuit Protection button trips if there is an over-

6 GFCI outl ets for connecting your equipment. 7 Ventilation openings provide air circulation for peak performance.

Front Panel Features

On/Standby Switch turns th e in ve rt er to O n ( )

equipment from the battery.

than 10.7 volts.

temperature, output overload, or battery over voltage.

current (over 7.5 amps) or a short circuit.

or to Standb y ().

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Back Panel

TS400 Features

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Back Panel of the TS400

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1 DC terminal, negative 2 DC terminal, positive 3 Wiring box access panel (For a view with the panel removed, see

4 Knockout for AC output hardwiring 5 Chassis ground lug 6 Jack for optional remote switch 7 Mounting flanges 8 Ventilation openings provide air circulation.

Back Panel Features

“Completing the Hardwiring” on page 2–21.)

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Introduction

Optional Accessory: Remote Switch

An optional remote switch can be plugged into the remote switch jack at the back of the TS400. It lets you switch the TS400 from on to standby from a convenient locat ion —up to 25 f ee t ( 7.5 m) a way from the inverter (using the cable supplied with the switch).

Dimensions of Remote Switch

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Part number of Remote Switch

To purchase a remote switch, please contact Customer Service for a referral to a distributor. Please provide the part number 808-2400. See page ii for contact information.

Note: The remote switch jack at the back of the TS400 may not be

accessible once the inverter has been mounted. If you intend to use the rem ote switch with an TS400 that has already been installed, consult a qualified service technician before installing and connecting the remote switch.

2.5 inches (63.5 mm) 2 inches (50.8 mm)

1.1 inches (28.3 mm) 25 feet (7.5 m)

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Installation

Chapter 2, “Installation”, provides detailed information for

installing the TS400 and the optional S400 Remote Switch. This chapter provides:

• a system diagram

• safety instructions and installation codes that must be

observed during installation

• a list of installation tools and materials

• detailed installation procedures

• chassis ground and DC cabling information

• procedures for hardwiring the AC output

• an illustration of inverter dimensions

CAUTION

Be sure to read all instructions before installing and operating the TS400.

Installation

Introduction

The system diagram shown i n Fi gur e 2-1 is the basi c i nst al lation. Review this diagram carefully be fore installin g the TS400.

GFCI OUTLET

ADDITIONAL

AC HARDWIRING

LOADS

INVERTER

DC FUSE AND DISCONNECT

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DC CIRCUIT BREAKER

System Diagram

BATTERY (S)

AC OUTLETS

S400 REMOTE

Inverter ON

SWITCH

(OPTIONAL)

TS400 Configuration

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