Page 4 - About This Guide
ii XPower Inverter 1000 Owner’s Guide About This Guide Purpose The purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for installing, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining the XPower Inverter 1000. Scope The Guide provides safety and operating guidelines as well as informa...
Page 5 - Related Information
975-0557-01-01 iii Related Information You can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc. as well as its products and services at www.xantrex.com .
Page 6 - Important Safety Instructions; ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
iv XPower Inverter 1000 Owner’s Guide Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT: R EAD AND SAVE THIS O WNER ’ S G UIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE . This chapter contains important safety and installation instructions for the XPower Inverter 1000. Each time, before using the XPower Inverter 1000, READ ALL in...
Page 8 - Precautions When Working With Batteries
vi XPower Inverter 1000 Owner’s Guide Precautions When Working With Batteries NOTES: 1. Locate the XPower Inverter 1000 unit away from batteries in a well ventilated compartment. 2. Always have someone within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid batt...
Page 9 - Precautions When Placing the Inverter; RISK OF DAMAGE TO THE inverter; LIMITATIONS ON USE
975-0557-01-01 vii Precautions When Placing the Inverter Regulatory The XPower Inverter 1000 is certified to UL458 standard. For more information see “Regulatory Approvals” on page 19. The XPower Inverter 1000 is intended to be used for residential or commercial applications. It is not intended for ...
Page 11 - Contents
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 13 - Introduction; Quality Power
975-0557-01-01 1 Introduction The XPower Inverter 1000 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 1000 ...
Page 14 - Inverter Materials List
2 XPower Inverter 1000 Owner’s Guide Introduction Inverter Materials List The inverter ships with the following items: • one XPower Inverter 1000 unit, • owner’s guide, • integrated GFCI-protected AC outlets, • two sets of locks and washers for DC cables, and • one O N /O FF remote switch with commu...
Page 15 - Inverter Features
975-0557-01-01 3 Inverter Features This section describes the different parts of the inverter. AC Panel Item Description 1 GFCI-protected AC outlets are used to power loads up to a combined 1000 watts continuous. 1a GFCI Reset button is used to recover from a ground trip. 1b GFCI Test button is used...
Page 17 - Inverter Installation; Installation Code
975-0557-01-01 5 Inverter Installation This section describes general installation instructions for the XPower Inverter 1000. Installation Code In residential applications, electrical codes do not allow permanent connection of AC distribution wiring to the inverter’s GFCI-protected AC output recepta...
Page 19 - Location
975-0557-01-01 7 Inverter Installation Location The XPower Inverter 1000 must only be installed in a location that is: : Cables for DC Input and Ground To operate safely and effectively, use low-resistance wiring between the battery and the inverter because the inverter receives high-current input f...
Page 20 - Install the Inverter; Mount the Inverter; Connect the Chassis Ground
8 XPower Inverter 1000 Owner’s Guide Inverter Installation Install the Inverter Review and follow the safety guidelines in “Important Safety Instructions” on page iv before proceeding with installation. Overview of Installation Steps • Mount the inverter. • Connect the chassis ground. • Connect the ...
Page 21 - Connect the DC Cables; DAMAGE FROM A REVERSE POLARITY CONNECTION
975-0557-01-01 9 Inverter Installation Connect the DC Cables 1. Make sure the inverter’s O N /O FF switch is in the Off position. 2. Working on the inverter’s positive DC input terminal first, attach one end of the positive DC input cable to the positive DC input terminal on the inverter. 3. Attach ...
Page 23 - Inverter Operation; Turning the Inverter O
975-0557-01-01 11 Inverter Operation This section explains how to operate the inverter efficiently and effectively: • Gives procedures for operating the inverter from the front panel • Discusses operating limits and inverter loads • Discusses battery charging frequency • Provides information about r...
Page 24 - Testing the GFCI; Voltage Range Comment
12 XPower Inverter 1000 Owner’s Guide Inverter Operation Testing the GFCI Perform the following GFCI Test: 1. Turn the inverter on. 2. Plug a simple appliance, such as a lamp, in the GFCI outlet. Turn the lamp on. 3. Press the TEST button. Observe a clicking sound. The lamp turns off. 4. Press the R...
Page 25 - Inverter Loads; High Surge Loads; Connecting Appliances to the Inverter; Maintaining the Inverter
975-0557-01-01 13 Inverter Operation Inverter Loads The XPower Inverter 1000 will operate most AC loads within its power rating. 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 read ...
Page 26 - Recharging batteries
14 XPower Inverter 1000 Owner’s Guide Inverter Operation Recharging batteries When possible, recharge your batteries when they are about 50% discharged or earlier. This gives the batteries a much longer life cycle than recharging when they are more deeply discharged. The XPower Inverter 1000 has a b...
Page 27 - Troubleshooting; Common Problems; Buzz in Audio Equipment
975-0557-01-01 15 Troubleshooting This section describes the most common problems you may encounter with the operation of the inverter along with resolutions. If you encounter problems other than what is described in this section, contact customer support at the number listed on “Contact Information...
Page 28 - Troubleshooting Reference
16 XPower Inverter 1000 Owner’s Guide Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Reference NOTE : See table on the following page. ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Do not disassemble the XPower Inverter 1000. It does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or ser...
Page 31 - Specifications
975-0557-01-01 19 Specifications NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Electrical Specifications Output power at 77 º F (25 ºC) ambient temperature and 12 VDC input:Maximum continuous output power Maximum surge power 1000 W2000 W Operating temperature range 0–40 °C (32–104...
Page 32 - Warranty and Return Information; Warranty
20 XPower Inverter 1000 Owner’s Guide 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 1000. This warranty...
Page 34 - Disclaimer; Product
22 XPower Inverter 1000 Owner’s Guide Warranty and Return Information Disclaimer Product T HIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED BY XANTREX IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR XANTREX PRODUCT AND IS , WHERE PERMITTED BY LAW , IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES , CONDITIONS , GUARANTEES ,...
Page 35 - Return Material Authorization Policy
975-0557-01-01 23 Warranty and Return Information Return Material Authorization Policy For those products that are not being repaired in the field and are being returned to Xantrex, before returning a product directly to Xantrex you must obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and the co...
Page 36 - Information About Your System
24 XPower Inverter 1000 Owner’s Guide Warranty and Return Information Information About Your System As soon as you open your XPower Inverter 1000 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...
Page 38 - Xantrex Technology Inc.
Xantrex Technology Inc. 1 800 670 0707 Tel toll free1 408 987 6030 Tel direct1 800 994 7828 Fax toll [email protected] 975-0557-01-01 Printed in China.
