Installation Codes; Calculating Battery Requirements; Choosing An Effective Charging System - Xantrex PRO XM 1000 Owner's Manual

Installation

Installation Codes

Calculating Battery Requirements

Choosing an Effective Charging System

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Governing installation codes vary depending on the location and type of
installation. Electrical installations must meet local and national wiring
codes and should be performed by a qualified electrician.
In residential applications, electrical codes do not allow permanent
connection of AC distribution wiring to the inverter's AC output
receptacles. The receptacles are intended for temporary (as-needed)
connection of cord connected loads only.
Battery type and battery size strongly affect the performance of the XM
Series Inverter. Therefore, you need to identify the type of loads your
inverter will be powering, and how much you will be using them between
charges. Once you know how much power you will be using, you can
determine how much battery capacity you need. Xantrex recommends
that you purchase as much battery capacity as possible.
Consult Appendix B, "Battery Types" for a detailed explanation of how to
determine the appropriate number and size of batteries for your needs.
CAUTION
The XM Series Inverter must only be connected to a 12 volt battery system. It
will not operate if connected to a 6 volt battery, and will be damaged if connected
to a battery of 16 volts or more.
The charging system must be appropriate for your particular installation.
A well-designed charging system will ensure that power is available when
you need it and that your batteries remain in top condition. Inadequate
charging will degrade system performance, and the wrong type of charger
will reduce battery life.
Consult Appendix C, "Alternators and Charging Systems" for
information about choosing an effective charging system.
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