Xantrex 5000 - Manuals

Safety vi 975-0376-01-01 Precautions When Working With Batteries 1. Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed to reduce the risk of battery explosion. 2. Working in the vicinity of lead-acid batteries is dang...

Safety 975-0376-01-01 vii 10. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes. 11. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching your eyes while working near batteries. 12. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immedia...

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1–1 1 Introduction The XPower Inverter 5000 has been designed to give you quality power, ease of use, and reliability. Please take a few moments to read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main performance features and protection features. Quality Power The XPower Inverter 5000 is designed...

Introduction 1–2 975-0376-01-01 Ease of Use Superior features and rugged durability have been combined with ease of use: • The inverter is compact, lightweight, and easy to operate. • Loads can be powered directly from the AC outlets. • Easy-to-read indicators on the front panel let you monitor syst...

2–1 2 Features Chapter 2, “Features” describes the main features of the XPower Inverter 5000 . Familiarize yourself with them before operating the inverter. XPower_Inverter_5000_Owners_Guide.book Page 1 Friday, April 4, 2008 2:59 PM

3–1 3 Operation Chapter 3 explains how to operate the inverter efficiently and effectively. Specifically, this chapter: • Gives procedures for operating the inverter from the front panel • Discusses operating limits and inverter loads • Discusses battery charging frequency • Provides information abo...

Operation 3–2 975-0376-01-01 Operating Several Loads at Once If you are going to operate several loads from the inverter, turn them on separately after you have turned the inverter on. Turning loads on separately helps to ensure that the inverter does not have to deliver the starting current for all...

Operating Limits 975-0376-01-01 3–3 Operating Limits Power Output The XPower Inverter 5000 can deliver up to 4000 W continuous and up to 5000 W for five minutes. Input Voltage The allowable inverter input (battery) voltage ranges are shown in the following table: Operating Condition Voltage Range Co...

Operation 3–4 975-0376-01-01 Inverter Loads The inverter will operate most AC loads continuously within its power rating of 4000 W. However, some appliances and equipment may be difficult to operate, and other appliances may actually be damaged if you try to operate them with the inverter. Please re...

Routine Maintenance 975-0376-01-01 3–5 Routine Maintenance Minimal maintenance is required to keep your inverter operating properly. Periodically you should: • Clean the exterior of the inverter with a damp cloth to prevent the accumulation of dust and dirt. • Ensure that the DC cables are secure an...

4–1 4 Troubleshooting Chapter 4 will help you identify the source of most problems that can occur with the inverter. If you have a problem with the inverter, please review this chapter before contacting place of purchase. If you are unable to solve a problem and need to contact place of purchase, re...

Troubleshooting 4–2 975-0376-01-01 Troubleshooting Reference WARNING: Electrical shock and burn hazard Do not disassemble the inverter. It does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Attempting to service the inverter yourself could result in an electrical shock or burn.Some of the following Soluti...

A–1 A Specifications Appendix A contains electrical performance and physical specifications, for the inverter. Electrical Performance Important: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Output power at 25ºC (77ºF) ambient temperature and 12 Vdc input:• Maximum continuous output power• 5 ...

Specifications A–2 975-0376-01-01 Physical Specifications Accessory Length 18 1/2" (47 cm) Width 8" (20 cm) Height 6 1/4" (16 cm) Weight 24.1 lb. (10.9 kg) Remote On/Off switch(Part number: 100-0830-01-01) On/Off Switch with 10-foot communications cable. XPower_Inverter_5000_Owners_Guide...

975-0376-01-01 WA–1 Warranty and Return Information Warranty What does this warranty cover and how long does it last? This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology Inc. ("Xantrex") and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your XPower Inverter 5000 . This Warranty Period l...

Warranty and Return Information WA–2 975-0376-01-01 What proof of purchase is required? In any warranty claim, dated proof of purchase must accompany the product and the product must not have been disassembled or modified without prior written authorization by Xantrex. Proof of purchase may be in an...

975-0376-01-01 WA–3 IN NO EVENT WILL XANTREX BE LIABLE FOR: (a)ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, LOST REVENUES, FAILURE TO REALIZE EXPECTED SAVINGS, OR OTHER COMMERCIAL OR ECONOMIC LOSSES OF ANY KIND, EVEN IF XANTREX HAS BEEN ADVISED, OR HAD REASON T...

Warranty and Return Information WA–4 975-0376-01-01 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 ...

975-0376-01-01 WA–5 Information About Your System As soon as you open your XPower Inverter 5000 package, record the following information and be sure to keep your proof of purchase. If you need to contact Customer Service, please record the following details before calling. This information will hel...