Xantrex Technology XS400 User Manual

XS400 Sine Wave Inverter

Owner’s Guide

XS400 Sine Wave Inverter

Owner’s Guide

About Xantrex

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 cel ls, microturbin es , and backup
power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone syst ems. Xantrex products inc lude inverters, battery
chargers, programmable power supplies, and variabl e s peed drives that conve rt, supply, control, clean, and distribut e
electri cal power.

Trademarks

XS400 Sine Wave Inverter 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 identi fication purposes onl y.

Notice of Copyright

XS400 Sine Wave Inverter Owner’s Guide © October 2003 Xantrex International. All rights reserved.

Disclaimer

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(a) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY

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Date and Revision

October 2003 Revision B

Part Number

975-0054-01-01

Contact Inform at ion

Telephone: [phone] (toll free in North America)

1-604-422-2777 (direct)
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.xantrex.com

About This G uide

Purpose

The XS400 Sine Wave Inverter Owner’s Guide contains information for
installing, operating, and troubleshooting the XS400 Sine Wa ve Inverter
(XS400) and the S400 Remote Switch.

Scope

This Guide provides safety guide lines, installation, operation,
troubleshooti ng, a nd warranty information for the XS400 and S400
Remote Switch.

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 manufacturer’s guide.

Service information is not inc luded as the unit does not contain user ­serviceable parts.

Audience

This Guide is intended for anyone who needs to install and operate the
XS400 Sine Wave Inverter and S400 Remote Switch. Installer s should be
certified technicians or electricians.

Organization

The Owner’s Guide is or ganized into four chapters and two appendixes.
Chapter 1, “Introduction”, outlines the main performance and safety

features of the XS400. Reading this chapter will give you a clear
understanding of the inverter’s capabilities.

Chapter 2, “Installation”, provides detailed information for install ing the
XS400 and the S400 Remote Switch.

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Chapter 3, “Operation”, provides information about operating the XS400
and S400 Remote Switch. Details are provide d on how to read the front
panel indicators to monit or the XS400.

Chapter 4, “Troubleshooting”, explains how to identify and solve
problems that can occur with the XS400 and S400 Remote Switch.

Appendix A, “Specifications”, provides the electrical and physical
specifications of the XS400.

Appendix B, “Battery Types and Sizes”, provides information that will
help you to select, connect, and maint ain batteries that are most
appropriate for your application.

“Warranty and Product Information”, contains the product warranty,
explains how to ret urn a product f or se rvice, and describe s how to prepa re
for a call to Xantrex Customer Service.

Conv en t io n s Used

The following conventions are used in this guide.

WARNING

W arnings identify condit ions that could result in personal
injury or loss of life.

CAUTION

Cautions identify conditio ns or practi ces that could resul t in
damage to the XS400 Sine Wave Inverter or to other
equipment.

Note: Notes describe addit ional information which may add to

your understanding of how to use the XS400.

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 Asso ciation
FCC Federal Communications Commission
GFCI Ground fault circuit interrupter
UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
Hardwiring to make a permanent electrical connection
Shore power refers to the AC input power from a utility grid,

generator, or other external AC source.

Relat ed Inf o rmation

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

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Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

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

Before using your XS400 Sine Wave Inverter, be sure to read,
understand, and sa ve these safety instructions.

WARNING: Restrictions on Use

The XS400 Sine W ave Inverter shall not be used in connection
with life support systems or other medical eq uipment or
devices.

WARNING: Shock hazard

The XS400 has On/St andby 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 marking s on the inverter and the
batteries.

2. Do not operate the inverter if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or oth erwise da maged. If the unit is da maged, see “Warranty
and Product Information” on page WA–1.

3. Do not dismantle the inverter ; it contains no user serviceable parts.
Attempting to s ervice the uni t yourself coul d cause e lectr ical shock or
fire. Internal capacitors remain charged after all power is
disconnected. See “Warranty” on page W A– 1 for instructions on
obtaining servic e.

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Important Safety Instructions

4. T o reduce the risk of electric al shock, disconnect both AC and DC
power from the inverter before working on any circuits connected to

the inverter. Turning the On/Standby swit ch to Standby ( ) will not
reduce this risk.

5. Protect the inverte r from rain, snow, spray, and water.

6. T o reduc e the risk of overheating, keep the ven tilati on openings c lear ,
and do not install the inverter in a compartment with limited airflow.

Precautions When Working With Batteries

WARNIN G: Explosion and Fire Hazard

1. To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow all instructions
published by the battery manuf actur er 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 r educe the risk of drop ping a metal tool on the bat tery.
It could spark or short circuit the bat tery or other electrical parts and
could cause an explosion.

Explosiv e Gas Precautio ns

1. Batteries generate expl osive gases during normal operation. Be sure
you follow all relevant ins tructions 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 requi re ig nition-p rotected e quip ment. This i nclude s 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 Equipm ent
Regulations. Operation is subj ect to the following two conditio ns: (1) this
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interf erence that may cause
undesired operati on.

Important Safety Instructions

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Important Safety Instructions

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

1

Introduction

How XS400 Works - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–2
Premium Power and Ease of Use- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–2
Comprehensive Protection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–3
XS400 Features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–4

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

S400 Remote Switch - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–6

Front Panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–6
Back Panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1–6

2

Installation

Introduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–2
Preparing for Installa tion - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–3

Installation Codes - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–3
Materials List - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–4
Installation Tools a nd Materials - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–4

Installing the XS400 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–6

Overview - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–6
Step 1: Designing Your Install ation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–6
Step 2: Mounting Your Inverter - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–10
Step 3: Connecting the Chassis Ground - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–11
Step 4: Installing the 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: Connecting the DC Cables - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–16
Step 8: Connecting Your Appliances 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: Connecting the AC Input Cord - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–22
Step 12: Testing Your Install ation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -2–23

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3

Operation

Front Panel Features- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–2
Operating the XS400 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–3

Turning the XS400 to On or to Standby - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–3
Turning the XS400 to Standby When Not in Use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–3
Using the S400 Remote Switch - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–4

Operating in Invert Mode - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–5

Recharging Your Batteri es When Low Battery Light Illuminates - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–6
Recovering from Low Battery Voltage Shutdown - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–6

Restarting or Operati ng Multiple Appliances - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–6
Operating in Shore Power Mode- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–7
Monitoring the Indicat or Lights - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–8
Resetting After a Fault or Shutdown - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–9

4

Troubleshooting

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

A

Specifications

Electrical Specifications of XS400 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–2
Physical Specific ations of XS400 with Projections - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–2
Regulatory Approvals- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–3
Transfer Circuit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–3
Fan Cooling System - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–3
Physical Specific ations of S400 Remote Switch - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -A–3

B

Battery Types and Size s

Battery Types - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B–2

Automotive Starting Batte ries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -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 Batteri es - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -B–6

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

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

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Warranty and Product Information

Warranty - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -WA–1
Return Material Authoriz ation Policy- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -WA–3
Out of Warranty Service - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -WA–4
Information About Your System - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -WA–4

Index

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -IX–1

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

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1

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the Xantrex XS400 Sine
Wave Inverter!

The XS400 has been designed to give you premium power,
ease of use, and outstanding reliability . The XS400 is bundled
with the convenient S400 Remote Switch.

Please read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main
performance and protection features of the XS400.

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 XS400 Works

XS400 is a sine wave in verter whi ch convert s 12 volt s d irect- curre nt ( DC)
power from your b attery t o 120 v olts al ternati ng curre nt (AC) power. This
AC power is the same as the electricity you get from you r utility. In terms
of output, XS400 provides 400 watts of sine wave power for operating
your appliances.

Premium Power and Ease of Use

XS400 provides premi um power for your entert ainment system and other
home electronics. The inverter’s sine wave output provides clean power
for your TV, VCR, DVD, satellite receiver, ste reo, lights, fans, and
computers.

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

• 400 watt inverter with 800 watt surge provides suffici ent power for
two entertainment systems

• Filtered sine wave output will not c ause distortion on sensitive
entertainment ele ctronics

• Built-in transfer switch automatically transfers between inverter
power and incoming AC power

• DSP control technology star ts complex loads with ease

• Two GFCI outlets a nd hardwire AC connections

• Easy-to-read indi cator lights on the front panel

• S400 Remote Switch provides On/Standby control fr om a convenient
location

• Automatic cooling fan

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Comprehensive Protection

XS400 is designed to meet UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1 safety
standards and it is compliant with FCC Class B.

XS400 comes equipped with numerous protec tion features to guarantee
you safe and worry-free operation.

Protection feature This protection feature…

Comprehensive Protection

Low voltage i ndication and
shutdown

High voltage shutd own Protects the XS400 by di sabling the AC output when the input

Over-temperature
shutdown

Overload protection Disables the AC output of the XS400 if the appliance connected to

Supp l emental cir cu it
protection

Protects the battery from becoming complet ely discharged. The
Low Battery light indicates that input voltage is low (10.7 volts). If
the input voltage drops below 10.3 volts, the XS400 shuts down
automatically an d the Inverter ON light turns off. The XS400
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 out put of the XS400 whe n the int ernal te mpera tur e
rises to unaccepta ble levels due to higher ambient temperature or
overloading. The XS400 recovers automatically when it cools
down.

the inverter exceeds the 400 watt rating of the inverter. The XS400
will have to be reset . (See “Res etti ng After a Faul t or Shut down” on
page 3–9.)

Trips and disables the AC output when a current in excess of 7.5
amps is drawn from the XS400. The supplement al circuit protector
can be reset to enable the unit to operate again after clearing the
overload condit ion. (See “If there is a short circuit, the
Supplementa l Circuit Protecti on button trips.” on page 3–9.)

Short circuit protection Disables the AC out put of the XS400 when a short cir cuit is app lied

on the AC output. Once the short circuit is cleared, the XS400 will
have to be reset. (See “Resetting After a Fault or Shutdown” on
page 3–9.)

Ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI)

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Trips and disables the output of the XS400 when a ground fault
current is dete cted. The outp ut can be enable d again by reset ting th e
GFCI, once the ground fault is cleared. (See “Ground Fault” on
page 3–9.)

Introduction

XS400 Features

Front Panel

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8

Figure 1-1

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6

4

5

Front Panel of the XS400

Table 1-1

Feature Description

1
2 AC Input light illuminates when you are connect ed to shore power .

3 Inverter ON light illumi nates onl y when th e XS400 is operat ing in

4 Low Battery light illuminates when your battery voltage is lower

5 Fault light illuminates for fault conditions such as over

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

7 GFCI outlets for connecting your appliances.
8 Ventilation openings provide air circulation for peak performance.

On/Standby Switch turns the inverter to On ( )

(Shore power refers to the AC input power from a utility grid,
generator or external AC source.)

inverter mode.

than 10.7 volts.

temperature, out put overload, or battery over voltage.

current (over 7.5 amps) or a short circuit.

2

1

3

Front Panel Features

or to S tandby ().

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Back Panel

XS400 Features

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Figure 1-2

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8

Back Panel of the XS400

Table 1-2

Feature Description

1 DC terminal , negative
2 DC termi nal, positive
3 AC input cord for shore power
4 Wiring box access panel (For a view with the panel removed, see

5 Knockout for AC output hardwiring
6 Chassis ground lug
7 Remote switc h jack
8 Mounting flang es
9 Ventilation openings provide air circulation.

3

7

Back Panel Features

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

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4

5

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Introduction

S400 Remote Switch

Front Panel

Inverter ON

Back Panel

Figure 1-3

The On/Standby switch provides remote control when the XS400 is
operating in invert mode.

Figure 1-4

The telephone cable connects to the remote switch jack in the back.

S400 Remote Switch

Connecting Cable to the S400 Remote Switch

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Installation

Chapter 2, “Installation”, provides detailed information for
installing the XS400 and the 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 befor e installing and operating
the XS400.

Installation

Introduction

The system diagra m shown in Figure 2-1 is the basic installat ion. Review
this diagram carefully be f ore installing the XS400.

INVERTER

GFCI OUTLET

GFCI OUTLET

AC HARDWIRING

TELEVISION

COMPUTER

AC PLUG

Inverter ON

AC OUTLETS

S400 REMOTE

SWITCH

MAIN

AC PANEL

ADDITIONAL

LOADS

AC IN
(SHORE POWER)

DC FUSE AND DISCONNECT

OR

DC CIRCUIT BREAKER

XS400 Configuration

BATTERY (S)

Figure 2-1

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System Diagram

Preparing for Installation

Read this entire installation chapter so you can plan the installation from
beginning to end. Prior to beginning your installation, review the
“Important Safety Ins tructions” on page vii.

WARNING: Electrical shoc k and fire hazards

Xantrex recommends all wiring be done by qualif ied personne l.
Disconnect all AC and DC power sources to prevent accidental
shock. Disable and secure all AC and DC disconnect devic es
and automatic generator starting devices.

It is the installer’ s responsibility to ensure complia nce with all
applicable installation codes a nd regulations.

WARNING: Fire hazard

T o meet regulatory requirements , the XS400 must be mounted
on a flat horizontal surface with the front panel in the upright
position.

Preparing for Installation

Installation Code s

It is the installer’s responsibility to determine which codes apply and to
ensure that all applicable installation requirements are met.

Applicable insta llation codes vary depending on the specific location and
application of the installation. Some examples are:

• The U.S. National Electri cal Code (NEC)

• The Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)

• Canadian Sta ndards As soci ation (CSA), a nd RV Indust ry Associati on
(RVIA) requirements for installation in RVs.

WARNING: Restrictions on Use

The XS400 Sine W ave Inverter shall not be used in
connection with life support systems or other medical
equipment or devices.

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Installation

Materials List

Your XS400 Sine Wave Inverter package includes:

• One XS400 Sine W ave Inverter

• One S400 Remote Switch

• 25 ft. (7.5 m) telephone cable

• XS400 Sine Wave Inverte r Owner’s Guide
After you unpack your XS400, be sure to record the product information

in the form “Information About Your System” on page WA–4.
If any of these materials are missing or unsatisfactory, please contact

Customer Service.

Telephone [phone] (tol l free in North America)

1-604-422-2777 (direct)
Fax [phone]
Email CustomerS [e-mail]
Web www.xantrex.com

Installation Tools and Materials

Tools

You will need the following tools and materials to instal l the XS400 and
the S400 Remote Switch:

To install the XS400, you need:

❐ Phillips screwdriver : #2
❐ Slot screwdrivers: 1/8 inch and 1/4 inch
❐ Wrench for DC terminals: 10 mm or adjustable
❐ Wire stripper

T o install the S400 Remote Switch, you ne ed:

❐ Power drill with 1/8-inch bit
❐ Jigsaw (optional)
❐ Feed wire (optional)

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Materials for XS400 and S400 Remote Switch

T o install the XS400 and S400 Remote Switch, you require:

❐ DC cables (See Table 2-1 on page 2–9.)
❐ Appropriately sized connectors. Two DC connectors suitable for ¼

inch (6 mm) that go on the DC input cable te rminals. The other cable
connectors will depend on your installation.

❐ Crimping tool for fastening lugs and terminals on DC cables (You

may find it more conve nient to have the cri mp connect ors attache d by
the company that sells you the cable.)

❐ DC fuse and Disconnect or DC circuit breaker (See page 2–9.)
❐ Four #10 hardware fasteners to mount the XS400
❐ Four #6 self-tapping screws to mount the S400 Remote Swit ch

Materials for AC output hardwiring

❐ Cable requirements:

• within the range of No. 14 to No. 18 AWG (minimum size)

• 3 conductors

• solid or stranded

Preparing for Installation

❐ 1/2 inch cable clamp

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