XPower Inverter 150, Inverter 300, Inverter 500 Owner's Manual

XPower Inverter 150, 300 & 500

Portable AC power from the battery in your vehicle

12 VDC to 230 VDC /50 Hz Power Inverters

Ideal for powering recreational, mobile office equipment and other electronic appliances, XPower Inverters convert 12 volts of DC battery power in your vehicle to 230 volts of AC power. Available in a range of sizes, the inverters can power a variety of electronic products including TVs, VCRs, fax machines, laptop computers, camcorders, stereos, small power tools and work lights.

Choosing the right size of inverter for a particular application is important. For example, the XPower 150 Inverter can run a laptop for approximately 9 hours from a 75-amp hour battery; the XPower 300 can run a 49 cm TV for approximately 6 hours from a 75-amp hour battery. The exact run time depends on the amount of power being drawn by the application and the size and condition of the battery. The XPower Inverter 500 can be used instead of a generator for low power or intermitent loads.

Product Features

Available in 150, 300 or 500 watt models Offer 300, 600 or 1000 watt surge capacity Available in three AC outlet configurations: Schuko, UK and AUS/NZ Regulated output protects sensitive equipment Compact size for convenient use and storage Auto shutdown prevents total battery discharge Silent operation Mounting brackets for convenient installation (XPower Inverter 300 and 500)

Protection Features

Over temperature shutdown Overload shutdown Low voltage shutdown (at 10.0 VDC) Over voltage shutdown (at 15.0 VDC) Low voltage alarm (at 10.7 VDC) Short circuit protection Battery reverse polarity (fuse protected) LED indicator confirms fault connection

Xantrex Technology Inc.

Headquarters 8999 Nelson Way Burnaby, British Columbia Canada V5A 4B5 800 670 0707 Toll Free 604 420 1591 Fax

5916 195th Street NE Arlington, Washington USA 98223 800 446 6180 Toll Free 360 925 5144 Fax

www.xantrex.com

XPower Inverter 150, 300 & 500

12 VDC to 230 VDC /50 Hz Power Inverters

Electrical Speciﬁcations

Models 150 300 500

Output power (continuous) 150 W 300 W 500 W

Surge capacity (peak) 300 W 600 W 1000 W

Output voltage 230 VAC +/- 5% 230 VAC +/- 5% 230 VAC +/- 5%

Output frequency 50 +/- 3Hz 50 +/- 3Hz 50 +/- 3Hz

Output waveform Modified sine wave Modified sine wave Modified sine wave

Peak efficiency 90% 90% 90%

No load current draw <0.18 A <0.2 A <0.3 A

Input voltage range 10 – 15 VDC 10 – 15 VDC 10 – 15 VDC

General Speciﬁcations

Operating temperature range 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

AC receptacle Schuko, UK and AUS/NZ Schuko, UK and AUS/NZ Schuko, UK and AUS/NZ

Display Power ON and Fault LEDs Power ON and Fault LEDs Power ON and Fault LEDs

Battery connection DC lighter plug DC lighter plug and cable clamps Cable clamps and hardwire

Mounting bracket None Built-in Built-in

Internal DC fuse Not user replaceable Not user replaceable Not user replaceable

Dimensions (HxWxL) 63 x 104 x 157 mm (2.5 x 4.1 x 6.2”) 66 x 104 x 200 mm (2.6 x 4.1 x 7.9”) 66 x 112 x 241 mm (2.6 x 4.4 x 9.5”)

Weight 0.65 kg (1.54 lb) 0.79 kg (1.74 lb) 1.2 kg (2.6 lb)

Warranty Two years Two years Two years

Part Number 851-0160R (AUS/NZ) 851-0310R (AUS/NZ) 851-0510R (AUS/NZ)

851-0161R (UK) 851-0311R (UK) 851-0511R (UK)

851-0162R (Schuko) 851-0312R (Schuko) 851-0512R (Schuko)

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XPower Inverter 300

Owner’s Guide

About Xantrex

Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading sup plier 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 inverter s, battery chargers, programmable power supplies, and variable speed drives that convert, supply, control, clean, and distribute electrical power.

Trademarks

XPower 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

Disclaimer

UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING, XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC. (“XANTREX”)

(a) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION.

(b) ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL, WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION. THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK.

Date and Revision

February 2006 Revision C

Part Number

975-0093-01-01

Contact Information

Telephone: 1 360 925 5097 (direct) Fax: 1 360 925 5143 (direct) Email: customerservice@xantrex.com Web: www.xantrex.com

Table of Contents

1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

2. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

3. XPower 300 Inverter Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

AC Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

4. Connecting the XPower 300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Choosing a Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Fastening the Inverter to a Mounting Surface . . . . . . . 9

Connecting the XPower 300 to DC Power . . . . . . . . 10

Using the Cigarette Plug Wire Assembly . . . . . . . . 11

Using the Battery Clip Wire Assembly. . . . . . . . . . 12

Hardwiring the Inverter to the Battery . . . . . . . . . . 14

Disconnecting the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Replacing the In-Line Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

5. Operating the XPower 300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Operating Statuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Interference With Electronic Equipment. . . . . . . . . 21

6. Battery Operating Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

7. Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

8. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Physical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Regulatory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Product Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

9. Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

10. Other Xantrex Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the XPower Inverter 300. The XPower 300 is part of a family of advanced, highperformance power inverters from Xantrex, the leader in the field of high-frequency inverter design.

Connected to the 12 volt outlet in your vehicle or directly to your battery for loads over 150 watts, the XPo wer 300 efficiently and reliably powers a wide variety of household AC products, such as TVs and VCRs, laptop computers, camcorder and cell phone chargers, compact fluorescent lights, and soldering irons.

The XPower 300 uses reliable solid state power electronics for years of safe, trouble-free operation and includes automatic safety monitoring circuitry to protect it from inadvertent overload conditions.

Read this guide before connecting or using the XPower 300, and save it for future reference. The main topics in the guide are:

• Safety information (page 2)

• XPower 300 features (page 6)

• Instructions for connecting the inverter (page 9)

• Operating guidelines (page 19)

• Troubleshooting information (page 23)

• Specifications (page 27)

• Warranty and service information (page 30)

2 Important Safety Information

If the XPower 300 is connected or used incorrectly, hazardous conditions may be created. Read and save this safety information, and pay special attention to all Caution and Wa rning statements in the guide and on the inverter itself. Warnings and Cautions are indicated by this symbol:

• Warning statements identify conditi ons that could

result in personal injury or loss of life.

• Caution statements identify conditions or practices that

could result in damage to the XPower 300 or other equipment.

Warnings and Cautions

WARNING: Shock hazard

The XPower 300 generates the same potentially lethal AC power as a household wall outlet. Do not insert foreign objects in the inverter’s AC out let or any other openings in the inverter. Do not open the inverter. Have a qualified individual complete any service work.

WARNING: Shock hazard

Do not expose the XPower 300 to water, rain, snow, or spray.

WARNING: Risk of fire or explosion

The XPower 300 contains components that 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 loca tions that require ignitionprotected equipment.

WARNING: Fire hazard

To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover or obstruct the ventilation openings. Do not install the XPower 300 in a zero-clearance compartment. Overhe at ing may result.

WARNING: Shock and fire hazard

During installation route all cable/wiring away from sharp edges and hot surfaces of the engine compartment or vehicle.

CAUTION: Risk of damage to equipment

The XPower 300 is designed to be directly connected to standard electrical and elect ronic equipm ent in the m anner described in this guide. Do not connect it to household or RV AC distribution wiring. Do not connect it to any AC load circuit in which the neutral conductor is connected to ground (earth) or to the negative of the DC (battery) source.

CAUTION: Risk of damage to the XPower 300

Reverse battery polarity (negative connected to positive; positive connected to negative) will damage the XPower 300, and it will require servicing. Damage caused by reverse polarity is not covered by your warranty.

CAUTION: Risk of damage to rechargeable appliances

The output of the XPower 300 is non-sinusoidal. Certain battery chargers can be damaged if they are connected to the XPower 300. Two particular types of equipment are prone to this problem:

• Small battery-operated appliances such as rechargeable flashlights, shavers, and night lights that can be plugged directly into an AC receptacle to recharge.

• Certain battery chargers for battery packs u sed in hand power tools. These chargers have a warning label stating that dangerous voltages are present at the charger batt ery terminals.

Do not use the XPower 300 with the type of appliances just described.

CAUTION: Risk of damage due to high temperatures

Do not use the XPower 300 in temperatures over 40° C (105° F). Overheating may result.

3 XPower 300 Inverter Features

This section describes the main features of the XPower 300. Figure 1 shows the inverter’s AC panel.

Figure 1 AC Panel on the XPower 300 (European AC Outlet)

1 AC Outlet An AC outlet is located on one end of the

inverter . It allows you to plug in a 230 volt AC product with a power consumption of 150 watts or less when the inverter is operated from a vehicle lighter socket, or 300 watts or less when it is connected directly to a battery.

The AC outlet on your inverter may be different from the one shown here. For all available outlets, see Figure 2, Figure 3, and Figure 4, on page 8.

2 On/Standby Switch The two positions on the On/

Standby switch are: = Standby and = On.

When the inverter is connected to a DC power source and the On/Standby switch is on, AC power is available at the outlet.

3 Power Light The green PWR light is on all the time

when the On/Standby switch is on.

4 Fault Light The red light indicates that the

inverter has shut down because of low or high battery voltage, AC overload, or excessively high temperatures.

5 Mounting Flanges Mounting flanges on the AC and

DC ends allow you to mount the inverter permanently. For additional information, see “Fastening the Inverter to a Mounting Surface” on page 9.

Audible Alarm An audible alarm warns yo u of a high temperature shutdown or of an impending low voltage shutdown.

Fan The fan (see Figure 5) turns on when an AC load of 100 watts or larger is plugged in.

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