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Email: CustomerService@xantrex.com
Phone: 1-604-422-8595
Phone: 1-800-670-0707 (toll free in North America)
Xantrex Inverter 150
Fax: 1-604-420-1591
Fax: 1-800-994-7828 (toll free in North America)
Owner’s Guide
445-0138-01-01 Printed in China
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About Xantrex Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to 1 MW utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems. Xantrex products include inverters, battery chargers, programmable power supplies, and variable speed drives that convert, supply, control, clean, and distribute electrical power. T
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Contents 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 3. Xantrex 150 Inverter Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 AC Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 4. Connecting the 150 Inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Choosing a Location . . . . . . . .
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1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Xantrex 150 Inverter. The 150 Inverter is part of a family of advanced high- performance power inverters from Xantrex, the leader in high frequency inverter design. Connected to the 12 volt outlet in your vehicle or boat, the 150 Inverter efficiently and reliably powers a wide variety of AC loads, such as compact TVs and VCRs, laptops, camcorder and cell phone chargers, compact fluorescent lights, and soldering irons. The 150 Inverter uses reliab
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2 Important Safety Information If the 150 Inverter is connected or used incorrectly, hazardous conditions may be created. Read and save this safety information, and pay special attention to all Warning and Caution statements in the guide and on the inverter itself. Warnings and Cautions are indicated by this symbol: • Warning statements identify conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of life. • Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage
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Caution! Risk of damage to equipment. The 150 Inverter 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 load circuit in which the neutral conductor is connected to ground (earth) or to the negative of the DC (battery) source. Caution! Risk of damage to the 150 Inverter. Reverse battery polarity (negative connected to positive;
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Caution! Risk of damage to rechargeable appliances. The output of the 150 Inverter is non-sinusoidal. Certain battery chargers can be damaged if they are connected to the 150 Inverter. Two particular types of equipment are prone to this problem: • Small battery-operated appliances such as flashlights, shavers, and night lights that can be plugged directly into an AC receptacle to recharge. • Certain battery chargers for battery packs used in hand power tools. These chargers will have a
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3 Xantrex 150 Inverter Features This section describes the main features of the 150 Inverter. Figure 1 shows the inverter’s AC panel. Figure 1 AC Panel on the 150 Inverter (European Outlet) AC Outlet An AC outlet is located on one end of the 150 Inverter. It allows you to plug in a 230 volt AC load with a power consumption of 150 watts or less. The AC outlet on your inverter may be different from the one shown here. For all available outlets, see Figure 2, Figure 3, and Figure 4 on
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Power Light The green PWR light is on all the time when the On/Standby switch is on. Fault Light The red light indicates that the inverter has shut down because of low or high battery voltage, AC overload, or excessively high temperatures. Audible Alarm An audible alarm warns you of a high- temperature shutdown or of an impending low battery voltage shutdown. AC Outlets Depending on your geographic location, your 150 Inverter will have one of the following AC outlets. Figure 2 Europea
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4 Connecting the 150 Inverter Choosing a Location For 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° C and 40° C (32° F and 100° F). Keep it away from heating vents and direct sunlight. • Well ventilated For proper cooling, allow at least 5 cm (2 in.) of clearance around the inverter. • Clean and free of dust and dirt Choose a location that is free of any debris that could ge
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5 Operating the 150 Inverter Operating Statuses This section describes normal operation as well as problems that could occur when you use the inverter. If you have a problem, see “Troubleshooting” on page 12. • Normal Operation When you connect the inverter to your vehicle’s 12 volt outlet and turn on the On/Standby switch, the green PWR light comes on and AC power is available at the outlet. The inverter shuts down automatically in response to low battery voltage, high battery voltage, AC
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• AC Overload Shutdown If you connect an AC load that is rated higher than 150 watts or 0.65 amps or that draws excessive surge power, the 150 Inverter shuts down. The PWR light stays on, and the light comes on to indicate that the inverter is overloaded. Note: High startup surge requirements The power, or “wattage” rating of an AC load is the average amount of power it uses. When they are first turned on, many AC loads consume more power than their continuous power rating. TVs, monitor
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Interference With Electronic Equipment Most AC loads operate with the 150 Inverter 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 150 Inverter. The best solution is to have an audio system with a good quality filter. Television Interference The 150 Inverter is shielded to minimize its interference with TV signals. If TV
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6 Battery Operating Time The operating time of the 150 Inverter depends on the charge level of the battery, the battery capacity, and the amount of power drawn by the particular AC load being used. With a typical vehicle battery and a 150 watt AC load (like a small TV), you can expect two to three hours of operating time. To preserve the battery: • Do not allow your vehicle battery to become deeply discharged. A vehicle battery (starting battery) is not designed to be deeply discharged, a
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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 could encounter as well as possible causes and various remedies. The AC load will not operate; the light is on. Symptom An AC load is plugged in or turned on, operates for one to ten seconds, and then shuts down. Possible cause Suggested remedy The AC load is rated at more Use a load with a power rating than 150
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The AC load runs for more than one minute, the Symptom alarm sounds, and the light comes on. The inverter is warm or hot to touch. Possible cause Suggested remedy Poor ventilation or a high- Ensure that ventilation is not temperature environment has restricted around the inverter. caused the inverter to overheat. 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 Th
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Possible cause Suggested remedy The lighter socket or the 12 volt Turn the key to the accessory outlet may require that the position. ignition be switched on. The cigarette lighter fuse or the Check the vehicle fuses, and 12 volt outlet fuse is blown. replace the blown fuse with the correct type and size. Measured inverter output voltage is too low. Symptom The AC voltmeter reading is 5 to 15 volts too low. Possible cause Suggested remedy A standard “average reading” For accuracy, the 150 Inv
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8 Warranty Information What Does This Warranty Cover? Xantrex manufactures its products from parts and components that are new or equivalent to new, in accordance with industry standard practices. This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials. How Long Does The Coverage Last? This warranty lasts for two (2) years from the date of purchase. Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to two (2) years from date of purchase. Some j
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building replacement products. If Xantrex repairs or replaces a product, its warranty term is not extended. Xantrex owns all parts removed from repaired products. Service During Warranty In order to qualify for the warranty, dated proof of purchase must be provided, and the product must not be disassembled or modified without prior authorization by Xantrex. If your product requires warranty service, please return it to the place of purchase along with a copy of your dated proof of purcha
