Page 3 - About This; Purpose
iii About This Guide Purpose The purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the XPower Inverter 5000 . Scope The Guide provides safety guidelines, as well as information about operating and troubleshooting the inverter. It ...
Page 4 - Organization; Conventions Used; WARNING
About This Guide iv 975-0376-01-01 Organization This Guide is organized into four chapters and one appendix. Chapter 1 describes the standard features of the XPower Inverter 5000 , as well as its protection features. Chapter 2 provides information on the different parts of the XPower Inverter 5000 ....
Page 5 - Important Safety Instructions; IMPORTANT: Read and save this
v Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT: Read and save this Owner’s Guide for future reference. This chapter contains important safety instructions for the XPower Inverter 5000 . 1. Before using the XPower Inverter 5000 , READ ALL instructions and cautionary markings on or provided with the XPower...
Page 6 - Precautions When Working With Batteries; WARNING: Explosion or fire hazard
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...
Page 7 - Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances; CAUTION: Risk of equipment damage
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...
Page 9 - Contents
975-0376-01-01 ix Important Safety Instructions Precautions When Working With Batteries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - vi Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - vii 1 Introduction Quality Power - - - - - - - - - - ...
Page 10 - Troubleshooting
Contents x 975-0376-01-01 4 Troubleshooting Common Problems - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–1 Buzz in Audio Equipment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–1Television Reception - - - - - - - - - - - - ...
Page 11 - Introduction; Quality Power
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...
Page 12 - Ease of Use
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...
Page 13 - Features
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
Page 19 - Operation; Turning the Inverter On and Off; WARNING: Shock and energy hazard
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...
Page 20 - Operating Several Loads at Once
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...
Page 21 - Operating Limits; Power Output; Input Voltage
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...
Page 22 - Inverter Loads; High Surge Loads; Trouble Loads; CAUTION: Equipment damage
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...
Page 23 - Routine Maintenance; Recharging Your Batteries
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...
Page 25 - Common Problems; Buzz in Audio Equipment
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...
Page 26 - WARNING: Electrical shock and burn hazard
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...
Page 31 - Specifications; Electrical Performance
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 ...
Page 32 - Physical Specifications
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...
Page 33 - Warranty
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...
Page 34 - Disclaimer
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...
Page 35 - Exclusions; Return Material Authorization Policy; Return Procedure
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...
Page 36 - Out of Warranty Service
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 ...
Page 37 - Information About Your System
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...
