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Web: www.xantrex.com
Email: CustomerService@xantrex.com
Phone: 1-604-422-8595
Phone: 1-800-670-0707 (toll free in North America)
Xantrex Inverter 300
Fax: 1-604-420-1591
Fax: 1-800-994-7828 (toll free in North America)
Owner’s Guide
445-0139-01-01 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. Tr
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Contents 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2. Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 3. Xantrex 300 Inverter Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 AC Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 4. Connecting the 300 Inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Choosing a Location . . . . . . . .
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1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Xantrex 300 Inverter. The 300 Inverter is part of a family of advanced, high- performance power inverters from Xantrex, the leader in the field of high-frequency inverter design. Connected to the 12 volt outlet in your vehicle or boat or directly to your battery for loads over 150 watts, the 300 Inverter efficiently and reliably powers a wide variety of household AC products, such as TVs and VCRs, laptop computers, camcorder and cell phone charg
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2 Important Safety Information If the 300 Inverter is connected or used incorrectly, hazardous conditions may be created. Read and save this safety information, and pay special attention to all Caution and Warning 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 damag
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Warning! Risk of fire or explosion. The 300 Inverter contains components that tend to produce arcs or sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not install the inverter in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials or in locations that require ignition- protected equipment. Warning! Fire hazard. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover or obstruct the ventilation openings. Do not install the 300 Inverter in a zero-clearance compartment. Overheating may result. Warning! Shock
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Caution! Risk of damage to the 300 Inverter. Reverse battery polarity (negative connected to positive; positive connected to negative) will damage the 300 Inverter, and it will require servicing. Damage caused by reverse polarity is not covered by your warranty. Caution! Risk of damage to rechargeable appliances. The output of the 300 Inverter is non-sinusoidal. Certain battery chargers can be damaged if they are connected to the 300 Inverter. Two particular types of equipment are pron
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3 Xantrex 300 Inverter Features This section describes the main features of the 300 Inverter. Figure 1 shows the inverter’s AC panel. ➄ Figure 1 AC Panel on the 300 Inverter (European AC Outlet) ➀ AC Outlet An AC outlet is located on one end of the inverter. It allows you to plug in a 230 volt AC product with a power consumption of 150 watts or less when the inverter is operated from a vehicle lighter socket, or 300 watts or less when it is connected directly to a battery. The AC out
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When the inverter is connected to a DC power source and the On/Standby switch is on, AC power is available at the outlet. ➂ Power Light The green PWR light is on all the time when the On/Standby switch is on. ➃ 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. ➄ Mounting Flanges Mounting flanges on the AC and DC ends allow you to mount the inverter permanently. For additional informat
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AC Outlets Depending on your geographic location, your 300 Inverter will have one of the following AC outlets. Figure 2 European AC Figure 3 British AC Outlet Outlet Figure 4 Australian and New Zealand AC Outlet 7
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4 Connecting the 300 Inverter This section explains how to connect the 300 Inverter. Choosing a Location For the 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
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Connecting the 300 Inverter to DC Power Caution! Risk of damage to the 300 Inverter. The 300 Inverter must only be operated with a nominal 12 volt battery. The inverter will not operate with a lower voltage battery. A higher voltage battery will damage the inverter. You can connect the inverter to a 12 volt DC power source using: • The cigarette plug wire assembly (page 10) • The battery clip wire assembly (page 11) • A hardwired connection to the battery (page 13) Your method will depend on
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Using the Cigarette Plug Wire Assembly Caution! Fire hazard. The wires in most 12 volt sockets or power outlets are not large enough for loads greater than 150 watts: they will overheat and present a fire hazard. Do not use loads greater than 150 watts with the cigarette plug wire assembly. Loads under 150 watts When you are going to power loads under 150 watts, use the cigarette plug wire assembly. To connect the inverter: 1. Remove the nuts from the DC terminals on the inverter. 2. Place t
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5. Turn on the inverter’s On/Standby switch. The PWR light comes on, and AC power is available at the outlet. Note: You may need to turn the vehicle’s ignition key to the accessory position. 6. Plug in the AC load you want to operate. Using the Battery Clip Wire Assembly Loads greater than 150 watts When you are going to power loads that are greater than 150 watts (up to 300 watts continuous power), connect the inverter to a 12 volt battery using the battery clip wire assembly. Warning! Cor
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Caution! Risk of damage to the 300 Inverter. Reversing the positive and negative battery cables will damage the inverter and void your warranty. When you connect the inverter to the battery, double check the connections. The red wire must be connected to the red (+) terminal on the inverter and the positive (+) terminal on the battery. The black wire must be connected to the black (–) terminal on the inverter and the negative (–) terminal on the battery. Caution! Fire hazard. The wires in
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5. Place the black ring connector on the black (negative –) DC terminal, and then screw the black nut on until it is snug. Do not over tighten. Note: A spark may occur when you make this connection. This is normal. 6. Check that both clips are securely connected to the battery terminals. A loose connection will cause excessive voltage drop and may cause the cables to overheat. This could result in equipment damage or fire. 7. Turn on the On/Standby switch. The green PWR light comes on, an
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➄ – + ➂ Figure 6 Hardwiring the 300 Inverter to a 12 Volt Battery 2 300 Inverter 3.3mm (12 AWG) red wire from the positive inverter terminal to the positive battery terminal (via the fuse and the switch) ➂ 40 amp automotive fuse 12 volt, 40 amp disconnect switch ➄ 12 volt 2 battery 3.3mm (12 AWG) black wire from the negative inverter terminal to the negative battery terminal Caution! Fire hazard. The wires in most 12 volt sockets or power outlets are not large enough for lo
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wires in this assembly are appropriate for loads over 150 watts. The wires in the cigarette plug wire assembly are too small: do not use them.) 2 2. Using 3.3mm (12 AWG) wire or heavier, extend the power cord if you need to, to a maximum total length of 2 meters (6.5 feet) including the existing 300 Inverter power cord length. Solder all connections and make sure they are properly insulated by using electrical tape or heat shrinkable tubing. 3. Install a 40 amp automotive fuse and a switc
