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Xantrex 500 Owner's Manual

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Xantrex Inverter 500
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  • Page 1 Web: www.xantrex.com Email: CustomerService@xantrex.com Phone: 1-604-422-8595 Phone: 1-800-670-0707 (toll free in North America) Fax: 1-604-420-1591 Fax: 1-800-994-7828 (toll free in North America) Xantrex Inverter 500 Owner’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Contact Information

    About Xantrex Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to 1 MW utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    AC Outlets ....... . . 7 4. Connecting the 500 Inverter ....8 Choosing a Location .

  • Page 6: Introduction

    1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Xantrex 500 Inverter. The 500 Inverter is part of a family of advanced, high- performance power inverters from Xantrex, the leader in the field of high-frequency inverter design. Connected directly to a 12 volt battery, the 500 Inverter...

  • Page 7: Important Safety Information

    • Warning statements identify conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of life. • Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the 500 Inverter or other equipment. Warnings and Cautions Shock hazard. Warning! The 500 Inverter generates the same potentially lethal AC power as a household wall outlet.
  • Page 8 Risk of fire or explosion. Warning! The 500 Inverter 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 locations that require ignition- protected equipment.
  • Page 9 These chargers have a warning label stating that dangerous voltages are present at the charger battery terminals. Do not use the 500 Inverter with the type of appliances just described. Caution! Risk of damage due to high temperatures.

  • Page 10: Xantrex 500 Inverter Features

    This section describes the main features of the 500 Inverter. Figure 1 shows the inverter’s AC panel. Figure 1 AC Panel on the 500 Inverter (European AC Outlet) An AC outlet is located on one end of the AC Outlet inverter.
  • Page 11 When the inverter is connected to a DC power source and the On/Standby switch is on, AC power is available at the outlet. The green light is on all the time when Power Light the On/Standby switch is on. The red light indicates that the Fault Light inverter has shut down because of low or high battery...

  • Page 12: Ac Outlets

    AC Outlets Depending on your geographic location, your 500 Inverter will have one of the following AC outlets. Figure 2 European AC Figure 3 British AC Outlet Outlet Figure 4 Australian and New Zealand AC Outlet...

  • Page 13: Connecting The 500 Inverter

    4 Connecting the 500 Inverter This section explains how to connect the 500 Inverter. Choosing a Location For the best performance, choose a location that is: • Dry Do not expose the inverter to water drip or spray. • Cool Operate the inverter in ambient temperatures between 0°...

  • Page 14: Connecting The 500 Inverter To Dc Power

    Caution! Risk of damage to the 500 Inverter. The 500 Inverter must only be operated with a nominal 12 volt battery. The inverter will not operate with a lower voltage battery. A higher voltage battery will damage the inverter.
  • Page 15 Hardwire the inverter to the battery to make a permanent connection (page 13). Refer to Figure 5 Figure 6 when you connect the inverter. Figure 5 DC Panel on the 500 Inverter Red (positive +) terminal ) terminal Black (negative –...

  • Page 16: Using The Battery Clip Wire Assembly

    Caution! Risk of damage to the 500 Inverter. Reversing the positive and negative battery cables will damage the inverter and void your warranty. When you connect the inverter to the battery, double check the connections.
  • Page 17 To connect the inverter to a 12 volt battery using the battery clip wire assembly: Remove the nuts from the DC terminals on the inverter. Place the red ring connector on the red (positive +) DC terminal, and then screw the red nut on until it is snug. Do not over tighten.

  • Page 18: Hardwiring The Inverter To The Battery

    Shock and fire hazard. Warning! Use a qualified installer to perform a hardwired installation. Figure 6 Hardwiring the 500 Inverter to a 12 Volt Battery 500 Inverter 8.4mm (8 AWG) red wire from the positive inverter terminal to the positive battery terminal (via...
  • Page 19 (8 AWG) wire or heavier, extend the power cord if you need to, to a maximum total length of 2 meters (6.5 feet) including the existing 500 Inverter power cord length. Solder all connections and make sure they are properly insulated by using electrical tape or heat shrinkable tubing.

  • Page 20: Disconnecting The Battery

    Remove the nuts from the DC terminals on the inverter. Place the red ring connector on the red (positive +) DC terminal on the inverter, and then screw the red nut on...

  • Page 21: Operating The 500 Inverter

    • Possible shutdown when the vehicle’s engine is started The 500 Inverter will operate while your vehicle’s engine is running, but the normal voltage drop light comes on, and AC...
  • Page 22 • AC Overload Shutdown If you connect an AC load rated higher than 500 watts or 2.2 amps or that draws excessive surge power, the 500 Inverter shuts down. light stays on, and the to indicate that the inverter is overloaded.

  • Page 23: Interference With Electronic Equipment

    Buzzing Sound Some inexpensive stereo systems and “boom boxes” have inadequate internal power supply filtering and buzz slightly when powered by the 500 Inverter. The best solution is to have an audio system with a good quality filter. Television Interference The 500 Inverter is shielded to minimize its interference with TV signals.

  • Page 24: Battery Operating Time

    • Do not leave the 500 Inverter on for more than a week if you do not have an AC load connected to it. The inverter draws less than 0.3 amps with the On/ Standby switch on and no load connected, but that will eventually discharge the battery.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Suggested remedy The AC load is rated at more Use an AC load with a power than 500 watts; an overload rating less than 500 watts (2.2 shutdown has occurred. amps). The AC load is rated at less The AC load exceeds the than 500 watts, but a high inverter’s surge capability.
  • Page 26 The AC load runs for more than one minute, the Symptom alarm sounds, and the light comes on. The inverter is warm or hot to touch. The alarm may sound. Possible cause Suggested remedy Poor ventilation or a high- Ensure that ventilation is not temperature environment has restricted around the inverter.
  • Page 27 The inverter is cool or warm to touch. Possible cause Suggested remedy The battery is old or defective. Replace the battery. The battery is not being charged Have a qualified technician properly. check the vehicle’s electrical system. 500 Inverter...

  • Page 28: Warranty Information

    8 Warranty Information Xantrex manufactures its What Does This Warranty Cover? products from parts and components that are new or equivalent to new, in accordance with industry standard practices. This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials. This warranty lasts for How Long Does The Coverage Last? two (2) years from the date of purchase.

  • Page 29: Returning A Product

    building replacement products. If Xantrex repairs or replaces a product, its warranty term is not extended. Xantrex owns all parts removed from repaired products. In order to qualify for the Service During Warranty warranty, dated proof of purchase must be provided and the product must not be disassembled or modified without prior authorization by Xantrex.

  • Page 30: Out-Of-Warranty Service

    Out-of-Warranty Service If the warranty period for your 500 Inverter has expired, if the inverter was damaged due to misuse or incorrect installation, if other conditions of the warranty have not been met, or if no dated proof of purchase is available, your inverter may be serviced or replaced for a flat fee.
  • Page 31 To return your 500 Inverter for out-of-warranty service, contact Xantrex customer service for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number, and follow the other steps outlined in “To Xantrex” on page 24. Options for payment, such as credit card or money order, will be explained by the customer service representative.

  • Page 32: Specifications

    Over-temperature shutdown Overload shutdown Internal Fuse 230 volts AC RMS ± 5% 50 ± 3 Hz Modified Sine Wave 500 watts 1000 watts 10–15 volts DC 0.30 amps 0° C–40° C (32° F–105° F) 10.7 volts DC 10.0 volts DC 15.0 volts DC...

  • Page 33: Physical

    Physical Dimensions (L x W x H) Weight Regulatory CE Mark e Mark TUV/Type Approved 240mm x 112mm x 66mm (9.5 in. x 4.4 in. x 2.6 in.) 1.2 Kg (2.6 lb.) Low Voltage Directive EMC Directive Automotive EMC Directive Certified to EN60950...

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