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Xantrex XPower 300 Owner's Manual

Xantrex XPower 300 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 XPower Inverter 300 Owner’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Contact Information

    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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    AC Outlets ....... . . 8 4. Connecting the XPower 300 ....9 Choosing a Location .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing the . The XPower Inverter 300 XPower 300 is part of a family of advanced, high- performance 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...

  • Page 6: Important Safety Information

    AC outlet 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.
  • Page 7 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. Overheating 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.
  • Page 8 CAUTION: Risk of damage to equipment The XPower 300 is designed to be directly connected to standard electrical and electronic equipment in the manner described in this guide. Do not connect it to household or RV AC distribution wiring. Do not connect it to any AC...
  • Page 9 These chargers have a warning label stating that dangerous voltages are present at the charger battery 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°...

  • Page 10: Xpower 300 Inverter Features

    ③ ① ④ ➄ Figure 1 AC Panel on the XPower 300 (European AC Outlet) ➀ 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...
  • 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. ➂ Power Light The green light is on all the time when the On/Standby switch is on. ➃...

  • Page 12: Ac Outlets

    AC Outlets Depending on your geographic location, your XPower 300 will have one of the following AC outlets. Figure 3 British AC Outlet Figure 2 European AC Outlet Figure 4 Australian and New Zealand AC Outlet...

  • Page 13: Connecting The Xpower 300

    4 Connecting the XPower 300 This section explains how to connect the XPower 300. 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 Xpower 300 To Dc Power

    Connecting the XPower 300 to DC Power CAUTION: Risk of damage to the XPower The XPower 300 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: Using The Cigarette Plug Wire Assembly

    (negative –) DC terminal, and then screw the black nut on until it is snug. Do not over tighten. CAUTION: Damage to the XPower 300 Reversing the positive and negative battery cables will damage the inverter and will void your warranty.

  • Page 16: Using The Battery Clip Wire Assembly

    Turn on the inverter’s On/Standby switch. The light comes on, and AC power is available at the outlet. Note: You may need to turn the vehicle’s ignition key to the accessory position. Plug in the AC load you want to operate. Using the Battery Clip Wire Assembly Loads greater than 150 watts When you are going to power loads that are greater than 150 watts (up to 300 watts...
  • Page 17 CAUTION: Risk of damage to the XPower 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. The red wire must be connected to the red (+) terminal on the inverter and the positive (+) terminal on the battery.

  • Page 18: Hardwiring The Inverter To The Battery

    A hardwired installation is illustrated in Figure 6. WARNING: Shock and fire hazard Use a qualified installer to perform a hardwired connection. ⑥ ➄ – ① ④ ➂ ② Figure 6 Hardwiring the XPower 300 to a 12 Volt Battery...
  • Page 19 ① ② XPower 300 3.3mm (12 AWG) red wire from the positive inverter terminal to the positive battery terminal ➂ (via the fuse and the switch) 40 amp automotive ④ ➄ fuse 12 volt, 40 amp disconnect switch 12 volt ⑥...
  • Page 20 (12 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 XPower 300 power cord length. Solder all connections and make sure they are properly insulated by using electrical tape or heat shrinkable tubing.
  • Page 21 CAUTION: Risk of damage to the XPower Reversing the positive and negative battery cables will damage the inverter and will void your warranty. Before connecting the inverter to the battery, double check the connections: the red wire must be connected to the red terminal on the inverter and the positive (+) terminal on the battery;...

  • Page 22: Disconnecting The Battery

    Disconnecting the Battery • Before you disconnect the battery, turn off the AC load, and then turn off the in-line switch. Replacing the In-Line Fuse • If you need to replace the in-line fuse (see Figure 6), turn off the in-line switch to disconnect the DC power.

  • Page 23: Operating The Xpower 300

    • Possible shutdown when the vehicle’s engine is started The XPower 300 will operate while your vehicle’s engine is running, but the normal voltage drop...
  • Page 24 • AC Overload Shutdown If you connect an AC load rated higher than 300 watts or 1.3 amps or that draws excessive surge power, the XPower 300 shuts down. light stays on, and the light comes on to indicate that the inverter is overloaded.

  • Page 25: Interference With Electronic Equipment

    Interference With Electronic Equipment Most AC products operate with the XPower 300 as they would with household AC power with the following exceptions. Buzzing Sound Some inexpensive stereo systems and “boom boxes” have inadequate internal power supply filtering and buzz slightly when powered by the XPower 300.

  • Page 26: Battery Operating Time

    • Do not leave the XPower 300 on for more than a week if you do not have an AC load connected to it. The inverter draws less than 0.2 amps with the On/ Standby switch on and no load connected, but that will eventually discharge the battery.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    7 Troubleshooting WARNING: Shock hazard Do not open the inverter or attempt to service it yourself. Refer all service to qualified personnel. This section describes problems you may encounter, the symptoms of each problem, possible causes, and various remedies. The AC load will not operate; the red light is on.
  • Page 28 Symptom The AC load does not operate. The light comes on when the inverter is turned on or when the AC load is turned on or plugged in. The alarm may sound. Possible cause Suggested remedy The battery is discharged. Recharge the battery.
  • Page 29 The AC load will not operate; no inverter lights are on. Symptom The cigarette lighter works in the lighter socket, but the inverter does not. Possible cause Suggested remedy The contact between the plug Press the plug firmly into the and the lighter socket or the 12 socket.
  • Page 30 Symptom The AC voltmeter reading is 5 to 15 volts too low. Possible cause Suggested remedy A standard “average-reading” For accuracy, the XPower 300 AC voltmeter has been used to modified sine wave output measure output voltage. needs to be measured with a “true RMS”...

  • Page 31: Specifications

    8 Specifications Specifications may change without notice. Electrical AC receptacles AC output voltage 230 volts AC RMS ± 5% AC output frequency 50 ± 3 Hz AC output waveform Modified Sine Wave Maximum continuous AC output 300 watts power Maximum AC output surge power 600 watts DC input voltage range 10–15 volts DC...

  • Page 32: Physical

    Physical Dimensions (L x W x H) 200mm x 103mm x 66mm (7.9 in. x 4.1 in. x 2.6 in.) Weight 0.79 Kg (1.74 lb.) Regulatory CE Mark Low Voltage Directive e Mark Automotive EMC Directive TUV/Type approved Certified to EN60950...

  • Page 33: Limited Warranty

    Xantrex will, at its option, use new and/or reconditioned parts in performing warranty repair and building replacement products. Xantrex reserves the right to use parts or products of original or improved design in the repair or replacement. If Xantrex repairs or...
  • Page 34 1 360 925 5143 (direct) Email: customerservice@xantrex.com Direct returns may be performed according to the Xantrex 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 35 This warranty does not apply to and Xantrex will not be responsible for any defect in or damage to:...
  • Page 36 The rights granted by this warranty are in addition to any statutory or other legal rights granted under the laws of the country or state in which the Xantrex product was purchased and those legal rights are not affected by this warranty.

  • Page 37: 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.

  • Page 38: Return Procedure

    • A brief description of the problem. Ship the unit prepaid to the address provided by your Xantrex customer service representative. If you are returning a product from outside of the USA or Canada In addition to the above, you MUST include return freight funds and are fully responsible for all documents, duties, tariffs, and deposits.

  • Page 39: Other Xantrex Products

    To return your XPower Inverter 300 for out of warranty service, contact Xantrex Customer Service for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and follow the other steps outlined in “Return Procedure” on page 34.

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