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Xantrex XPower 200 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 XPower Micro Inverter 200, 400 and 800 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 $ERXW ;DQWUH[ 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.
  • Page 3 INFORMATION. THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK. 'DWH DQG 5HYLVLRQ July 2003 Revision B 3DUW 1XPEHU 975-0071-01-01 &RQWDFW ,QIRUPDWLRQ Telephone: 1-800-670-0707 (toll free in North America) 1-360-435-8826 (direct) Fax: 1-360-435-3547 Email: CustomerService@xantrex.com Web: www.xantrex.com...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction ......1 About the XPower Micro Inverter ... . . 1 About This Manual .
  • Page 6 Out of Warranty Service ....52 10. Other Xantrex Products ....53...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    XPower Micro Inverter 800 are part of a family of ultra-compact, light-weight and modern power inverters from Xantrex, the leader in high frequency inverter design. About the XPower Micro Inverter Connected to the 12 volt outlet in your car, truck, boat,...

  • Page 8: About This Manual

    Short circuit protection About This Manual To get the best performance from your XPower Micro Inverter, Xantrex recommends that you read this manual before connecting and using the inverter, and then save it for future reference. This manual contains: •...

  • Page 9: Important Safety Information

    2 Important Safety Information Misusing or incorrectly connecting the XPower Micro Inverter 200, XPower Micro Inverter 400 XPower Micro Inverter 800 may damage the equipment or create hazardous conditions for users. Read the following safety instructions and pay special attention to all Caution and Warning statements in the manual.
  • Page 10 WARNING: Heated surface XPower Micro Inverter housing may become uncomfortably warm, reaching 140° F (60° C) under extended high power operation. Ensure that at least 2 inches (5 cm) of air surround the inverter. During operation, keep it away from materials that may be affected by high temperatures.
  • Page 11 WARNING - Crash hazard Vehicle driver’s should not configure or troubleshoot the XPower Micro Inverter while they are driving the vehicle. CAUTION - Output non-sinusoidal Some chargers for small nickel-cadmium batteries can be damaged if connected to the XPower Micro Inverter.

  • Page 12: Additional Safety Guidelines

    CAUTION Do not connect live AC power to the XPower Micro Inverter’s AC outlets. The inverter will be damaged even if it is switched OFF. Do not connect any AC load, which has its neutral conductor connected to ground, to the XPower Micro Inverter.

  • Page 13: Xpower Micro Inverter Features

    XPower Micro Inverter Features This section describes the main features of the XPower Micro Inverter. AC (Front) Panel Figure 1 shows the AC panel of the XPower Micro Inverter 200. Use Table 1 to identify the function of items. Figure 1 AC Panel of XPower Micro Inverter 200...
  • Page 14 Figure 2 shows the AC panel of the XPower Micro Inverter 400. Use Table 1 to identify the function of items. Figure 2 AC Panel of XPower Micro Inverter 400...
  • Page 15 Figure 3 shows the AC panel of the XPower Micro Inverter 800. Use Table 1 to identify the function of items. Figure 3 AC Panel of XPower Micro Inverter 800...
  • Page 16 Table 1 AC Panel Functions ,WHP )XQFWLRQ AC Outlets XPower Micro Inverter 200 An AC receptacle is located on one end of the XPower Micro Inverter 200. You can plug in 120-volt appliances with a combined total continuous power consumption of 160 watts or less when the inverter is turned on.
  • Page 17 Table 1 AC Panel Functions ,WHP )XQFWLRQ On/Off Switch When the On/Off switch is on, AC power is available at the AC outlet. STATUS LED The green light is on all the time when the On/Off switch is on. The red light indicates that the inverter has shut down.

  • Page 18: Dc (Back) Panel

    DC (Back) Panel Figure 4 shows the DC panel of the XPower Micro Inverter 200. Use Table 2 to identify the function of items. Figure 4 DC Panel of XPower Micro Inverter 200...
  • Page 19 Figure 5 shows the DC panel of the XPower Micro Inverter 800, which is very similar to the XPower Micro Inverter 400. Use Table 2 to identify the function of items. Figure 5 DC Panel of XPower Micro Inverter 800...
  • Page 20 Table 2 DC Panel Functions ,WHP )XQFWLRQ Fan and Ventilation Openings The cooling fan on the XPower Micro Inverter is designed to operate whenever the inverter in turned on. The cooling fan on the XPower Micro Inverter 400 XPower Micro Inverter units are designed to operate only when output power is greater than approximately 50 watts.

  • Page 21: Types Of Connections

    Types of Connections Gvtu‡r…ÃQyˆtà 8hiyrÃ8yh€ƒ†7h‡‡r…’à Q…‚qˆp‡ 8‚rp‡v‚ 8‚rp‡v‚† XPower Available - A cable is Not Available Micro permanently attached Inverter to the inverter XPower Available - You must Available - You must Micro connect a separate connect a separate battery Inverter lighter plug cable clamp cable (included).

  • Page 22: Xpower Micro Inverter Accessories

    XPower Micro Inverter Accessories Figure 6 shows the lighter plug cable that is included with the XPower Micro Inverter 400. Figure 6 Lighter Plug Cable Figure 7 shows the cable (included) for direct connection to a 12 volt battery for XPower Micro Inverter 400 XPower Micro Inverter...

  • Page 23: Connecting The Xpower Micro Inverter

    4 Connecting the XPower Micro Inverter CAUTION XPower Micro Inverter must only be connected to a battery that has a nominal output of 12 volts. It will not operate if connected to a 6 volt battery and may be damaged if connected to a battery with 16 volts or more.

  • Page 24: Choosing A Location

    Choosing a Location For best performance, place the inverter on a flat surface in a location that is: Do not expose the inverter to water, rain, snow or spray. Operate the inverter in ambient Cool temperatures between 0° C and 40° C (32°...

  • Page 25: Connecting For Loads Under 150 Watts

    Connecting for Loads Under 150 Watts Follow these steps to connect the XPower Micro Inverter 200 XPower Micro Inverter 400: Place the inverter on a flat surface like the floor of your vehicle. Make sure the On/Off switch on the front panel is off.
  • Page 26 CAUTION - Reverse Polarity Power connections of the 12 volts DC battery to the XPower must be positive to positive and negative to negative. A reverse polarity connection (positive to negative) will blow a fuse in the inverter and may permanently damage the unit.

  • Page 27: Connecting For Loads Over 150 Watts

    Turn on the front panel On/Off switch. The green light indicates that the XPower is operating normally and that AC power is available at the outlet. Plug in the AC appliance you want to operate. Always turn the inverter off when not in use. Connecting for Loads Over 150 Watts You must connect the XPower Micro Inverter 400...
  • Page 28 WARNING Batteries contain corrosive materials and present an electrical shock hazard. To prevent irritation and burns, wear protective eyewear and clothing when you install the inverter or work with the batteries. Take special care to ensure that metal tools and personal metal objects like rings and bracelets do not contact the battery terminals.
  • Page 29 CAUTION - Reverse Polarity Power connections of the 12 volts DC battery to the XPower must be positive to positive and negative to negative. A reverse polarity connection (positive to negative) will blow a fuse in the inverter and may permanently damage the unit.
  • Page 30 Turn on the front panel On/Off switch. The green light indicates that AC power is available at the outlets and that the inverter is operating normally. Plug in the AC loads you want to operate. Always turn the inverter off when not in use.

  • Page 31: Operating The Xpower Micro Inverter

    5 Operating the XPower Micro Inverter This section explains how to operate the XPower Micro Inverter most efficiently. Operating Conditions and Guidelines This section describes normal operation as well as conditions that trigger an alarm or automatically shut down the XPower Micro Inverter.

  • Page 32: Shutting The Inverter Off

    input voltage drops below 10.5 volts, the inverter shuts down all loads to save the battery from further discharge. The red light comes on. Overload Shutdown If you connect an AC load that is rated too high (see Table 3 on page 27) or a load that draws excessive surge power, the XPower...

  • Page 33: Operating Normal Loads

    Operating Normal Loads XPower Micro Inverter is capable of continuously powering most 120-volt AC products with the following power rating maximums: Table 3 Power and Surge Ratings $à €vÃ Hh‘à 8‚‡vˆ‚ˆ†Ã Tˆ…trà Q‚r…à Q‚r…à Sh‡vtà Q…‚qˆp‡ Sh‡vt Sh‡vt Hh‘à XPower Micro 200 watts 160 watts 400 watts...

  • Page 34: Operating Loads With High Surge Requirements

    correctly rated for the power rating maximums listed above or less will operate normally with the XPower Micro Inverter. Operating Loads With High Surge Requirements The power, or wattage, rating of AC loads is the average amount of power they use. Some appliances consume more power than their power rating when they are first turned on.
  • Page 35 Table 4 Wattage of Common AC Products Hvp…‚à Hvp…‚à Hvp…‚à 3URGXFW Xh‡‡† Cell phone/camcorder charger Video game console Portable work light Stereo system Laptop computer 13” TV 27” TV 20” TV/VCR combo Small appliances 400+ Power tools 400+ a.Power requirements for product examples are estimates only. To calculate the wattage of a product, use the following equation: amperage x 115.

  • Page 36: Maintaining Battery Condition

    6 Maintaining Battery Condition The battery operating time of the XPower Micro Inverter depends on the charge level of the battery, battery capacity, and the amount of power drawn by the AC loads you are operating. With a typical vehicle battery, you can expect the following: Table 5 Battery Operating Times Th€ƒyrÃ...
  • Page 37 Here are some guidelines that will help to preserve your battery: • Vehicle batteries are not designed for repeated deep-discharge cycles, and constantly recharging a vehicle’s battery will shorten its life. Therefore, when you are using a vehicle battery as a power source, start the vehicle every hour or two to recharge the battery.
  • Page 38 • If you are not going to use the XPower Micro Inverter for a few days, turn off the On/Off switch. The inverter draws 0.4 amps or less when the On/Off switch is on and no load is connected, but it will eventually discharge the battery.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    If you have a problem with the inverter, please review this section before contacting Xantrex Customer Service. If you are unable to solve a problem and need to contact Xantrex, please prepare for the call by writing down the following details: •...

  • Page 40: Common Problems

    Common Problems WARNING - Electrical Shock and Burn Hazard Do not dismantle the XPower Micro Inverter. It does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Attempting to service the inverter yourself could result in an electrical shock or burn. Buzz in Audio Systems Some inexpensive stereo systems have inadequate internal power supply filtering and buzz slightly when powered by the...
  • Page 41 • Adjust the orientation of the XPower Micro Inverter, television, antenna, and cables. • Maximize TV signal strength by using a better antenna, and use shielded antenna cable where possible. • Try a different TV. Different models vary considerably in their susceptibility to interference.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting Reference

    Troubleshooting Reference This section describes problems, their symptoms, possible causes, and specific remedies. The AC load will not operate. No inverter lights are on. Q‚††viyrÃ8hˆ†r Tˆttr†‡rqÃSr€rq’ Battery is defective. Check battery and replace if required. The inverter has been Check connection to battery. connected with reverse The inverter has likely been DC input polarity.
  • Page 43 Measured inverter output is too low. Q‚††viyrÃ8hˆ†r Tˆttr†‡rqÃSr€rq’ A standard “average- For accurate measurement, the reading” AC voltmeter XPower Micro Inverter modified has been used to measure sine wave output requires a “true output voltage, resulting RMS” voltmeter for accurate in an apparent reading 5- measurements.
  • Page 44 Battery run time is less than expected. Q‚††viyrÃ8hˆ†rà Tˆttr†‡rqÃSr€rq’ The AC product power Use a larger battery to make up consumption is higher for the increased power than rated. requirement. The battery is old or Replace the battery. defective. The battery is not being Some chargers are not able to charged properly.
  • Page 45 The AC load will not operate. The red light is on. Q‚††viyrÃ8hˆ†r Tˆttr†‡rqÃSr€rq’ The AC product(s) Use a product with a power connected are rated at rating less than the inverter’s more than the inverter’s continuous power rating (see continuous power rating; Table 3 on page 27).
  • Page 46 Q‚††viyrÃ8hˆ†r Tˆttr†‡rqÃSr€rq’ The inverter has Switch inverter OFF and allow overheated due to poor to cool for 15 minutes. Clear ventilation and has blocked fan or remove objects shutdown (alarm is covering unit. Move the sounding 400 and 800 inverter to a cooler place. only).

  • Page 47: Specifications

    8 Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Table 6 Specifications Hvp…‚Ã! Hvp…‚Ã# Hvp…‚Ã' AC output 120 Vac 120 Vac 120 Vac voltage (nominal) DC input 10.5-15.5 10.5-15.5 10.5-15.5 voltage range volts DC volts DC volts DC Maximum 160 watts 320 watts 600 watts continuous AC...
  • Page 48 Table 6 Specifications AC output Modified Sine Wave waveform No load current 0.3 amps 0.25 amps 0.4 amps draw (at 12 V input) Efficiency (maximum) Ambient operating 32° F–104° F 0° C–40° C temperature range Low voltage 11.0 volts DC 11.0 volts DC alarm Low voltage...
  • Page 49 Table 6 Specifications Dimensions 4 x 3.3 x 2in 5.4 x 4 x 2 in 7.5 x 4.5 x 2.4 (L x W x H) 102 x 84 x 51 137 x 102 x 51 mm 141 x 114 x 61 mm Weight 0.62 lb /...

  • Page 50: Limited Warranty

    What will Xantrex do? Xantrex will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product free of charge, provided that you notify Xantrex of the product defect within the...
  • Page 51 Return Material Authorization Policy described in your product manual. For some products, Xantrex maintains a network of regional Authorized Service Centers. Call Xantrex or check our website to see if your product can be repaired at one of these facilities.
  • Page 52 This warranty does not apply to and Xantrex will not be responsible for any defect in or damage to: the product if it has been misused, neglected, improp-...
  • Page 53 Xantrex or its authorized service centers (hereafter "ASCs"); the product if it is used as a component part of a prod- uct expressly warranted by another manufacturer;...
  • Page 54 APPLICABLE LAW TO APPLY TO THE PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD STIPULATED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT WILL XANTREX BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSSES, COSTS OR EXPENSES HOWEVER ARISING WHETHER IN CONTRACT...
  • Page 55 OR OTHER MEDICAL EQUIPMENT OR DEVICES. Please note that the XPower Micro Inverter 200, 400 and is not intended for use as an uninterruptible power supply and Xantrex makes no warranty or representation in connection with any use of the product for such purposes.

  • Page 56: Return Material Authorization Policy

    Return Material Authorization Policy Before returning a product directly to Xantrex you must obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and the correct factory "Ship To" address. Products must also be shipped prepaid. Product shipments will be refused and returned at your expense if they are unauthorized, returned...
  • Page 57 This warranty will not apply where the product is damaged due to improper packaging. Include the following: • The RMA number supplied by Xantrex Technology, Inc. clearly marked on the outside of the box. • A return address where the unit can be shipped.

  • Page 58: Out Of Warranty Service

    If you are returning a product to a Xantrex Authorized Service Center (ASC) A Xantrex return material authorization (RMA) number is not required. However, you must contact the ASC prior to returning the product or presenting the unit to verify any return procedures that may apply to that particular facility.

  • Page 59: Other Xantrex Products

    10 Other Xantrex Products To see the range of inverters and chargers offered by Xantrex, visit our web site at: http://www.xantrex.com.

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