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1.  Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of this 

Prosine 

Sine

Wave Inverter.  As a high quality, true sine wave output
inverter, you can expect exceptional performance and
years of dependable operation. The true sine wave AC
output from the inverter ensures all AC loads operating
from the unit perform efficiently and correctly. Since
these loads were designed to operate from true sine wave
voltage, you can expect these loads to operate the same
as if operating from grid/utility supplied power. In some
cases, the true sine wave output from the Xantrex inverter
is even superior to the power supplied by your utility
company.
To get the most out of your Prosine  Inverter, carefully
read and follow the instructions in this guide. Pay special
attention to the Important Safety Instructions and to the

CAUTION

 and 

WARNING 

statements found

throughout the manual and on the product. Please retain
all packaging.
Should you have any questions before, during, or after
installation, please contact Xantrex.
Phone:

1-800-670-0707, 1-408-987-6030 (direct)

Fax:

1-800-994-7828, 1-604-422-2756 (direct)

Email:

[email protected]

Web:

www.xantrex.com

1.1  Prosine Inverter Key Features

The Prosine Inverter utilizes advanced high frequency
switching technology in the power conversion process.
The circuits are similar to those used in power supplies
for computers and other electronic equipment. This
technology offers several benefits:

Light weight: for easy installation

Totally silent: for quiet operation

High surge capability: for “hard-to-start” AC loads

See Section 10 (Specifications) for complete product
specifications.

1.1.1 Inverter Function

When connected properly and the power switch is turned
to the (

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) position, the inverter draws power from a battery

and delivers a true sine wave AC output voltage. If the
battery voltage is within the operating range of the unit,
the inverter will continue to deliver AC power to the
loads connected. High and low battery shutdowns will
engage if the battery voltage falls out of the specified
range of operation (10–16 VDC on 12 V models, 20–32
VDC on 24 V models).

1.1.2 Control Panel

The Control Panel displays operating information so you
can monitor the status of the Inverter and your batteries.

This panel can be removed and re-attached in different
orientations so the information is directed at you in the
most convenient fashion, for all recommended mounting

configurations. With the optional Interface Panel, the
display can be fully removed from the base chassis and
remotely located in the place of your choice (e.g. on the
dash of your vehicle).

1.1.3 Automatic Transfer Switch

Your Prosine Inverter may be equipped with a transfer
relay if specified prior to purchase. The transfer relay serves
two purposes: 1) allows the AC output of the inverter to
be wired into an existing AC system as a source of power
and 2) allows the Prosine Inverter to automatically
become the source of power should your utility source
fail.

When utility AC power fails, the transfer relay is de-
energized and the load is automatically transferred to the
inverter output within 20–30 milliseconds. With the
POWERSAVE feature enabled (recommended for
reducing standby power consumption), AC output from
the inverter may be delayed for up to 2½ seconds.  Once
AC utility is restored, the relay energizes and the load is
automatically reconnected to AC utility.

Identifying Models With Transfer Switches

1)

 Check the UPC code on the product box. Units with

transfer switches have UPC codes that end with these five
digits:

2)

 If there is an AC outlet on the front of the unit, it is

not equipped with an internal transfer switch.

3)

 For Prosine Inverters with hardwire connections, you

can identify whether your unit has an internal transfer
switch by removing the cover on the AC wiring
compartment and checking the label above the terminal
block inside.

If your unit has  a label similar to one of these two
labels, it has an internal transfer switch:

Units with this label do not have an internal transfer
switch:

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switch does NOT turn off all voltages inside the
unit. This control only deactivates the AC
conversion circuitry. On AC hardwire/transfer re-
lay versions any utility voltage present on the AC
input terminals will be present on the AC  output
terminals.

Please record the following information if you need
to contact Xantrex for servicing of the unit.

Serial No.: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Place of purchase: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Date of purchase: ___________________________

Xantrex Prosine Inverter Owner’s Manual

Summary of Contents for Prosine 1000i

Page 1: ...1000 1000i 1800 1800i Owner s Manual Xantrex Prosine Sine Wave Inverter 1000 1800 ...

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Page 3: ... Making AC Wiring Connections 6 2 4 3 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters GFCIs 7 2 4 4 Making DC Wiring Connections 7 3 Prosine Inverter Operation 9 3 1 Principles of Operation 9 3 2 Output Waveform 9 3 3 Control Panel 10 3 4 Prosine POWERSAVE Mode 10 3 5 Inverter Operating Limits and Protection Features 11 4 Testing 11 5 Troubleshooting Guide 12 5 1 Fault Conditions and Indicators 12 6 Warranty 13...

Page 4: ...x Technology Inc reserves the right to revise this document and to periodically make changes to the content hereof without obligation or organization of such revisions or changes unless required to do so by prior arrangement Exclusion for Documentation UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC XANTREX TECHNOLOGY A MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILIT...

Page 5: ... marine applications special installation codes may apply For example in the U S the installation shall comply with the United States Coast Guard Electrical Regulations 33CFR183 Sub part 1 Explosive Gas Precautions 1 This equipment contains components which can produce arcs or sparks To prevent fire or explosion do not install in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials or in locat...

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Page 7: ...re attached in different orientations so the information is directed at you in the most convenient fashion for all recommended mounting configurations With the optional Interface Panel the display can be fully removed from the base chassis and remotely located in the place of your choice e g on the dash of your vehicle 1 1 3 Automatic Transfer Switch Your Prosine Inverter may be equipped with a tr...

Page 8: ... with louvers or cut outs Safe do not install the Prosine Inverter in the same compartment as batteries or in any compartment capable of storing flammable liquids such as gasoline Do not install the inverter in an engine compartment or other location where ignition protected equipment is required Dust free do not install the Prosine Inverter in a dusty environment where either dust wood particles ...

Page 9: ...er making the output terminal and connected wiring live This is the case even with the control panel switch in the position so ensure all power is disconnected at its source 2 ConnectAC input wiring AC output wiring Chassis Ground DC positive cable and finally DC negative cable in that order 3 Connect each circuit to its source 2 4 1 Input and Output Protection In order to meet CSA UL and electric...

Page 10: ...ing compartment is located on the right hand side of the Prosine Inverter when looking at the front of the unit Remove the AC wiring compartment cover to gain access to theAC terminal strip inside 2 Remove the knockouts from the cover of the wiring compartment to create holes for your cable clamps see Figure 3 3 Run the three conductorAC INPUT source wiring through a cable clamp and into the wirin...

Page 11: ...n such a condition In high current draw and surge situations the unit may go into low input voltage shutdown if the cables are too small and too long Increasing your DC cable size will help improve the situation With cables sized correctly and using a 0 AWG cable your voltage drop will be 0 02 VDC multipliedby20 yougetatotalvoltagedropof0 4VDC This illustrates that at 10 ft away from the battery a...

Page 12: ...iring The fuse and fuse holder need to be installed in the positive side of the DC circuit as close as possible to the batteries and within the distance specified by the applicable installation code Ensure all other power and ground connections have been made to the Prosine Inverter before connecting the DC cables to the batteries 4 Connect the cable from the POSITIVE connector on the Prosine Inve...

Page 13: ...Many advantages of true sine wave are also due to the absence of the sharp rising edges of waveforms prevalent in either modified sine wave or square wave inverters Some of these advantages are reduced interference in audio or electronic equipment especially those that use less complex internal power supplies significantly reduced in rush current into capacitive loads and reduced stress on the out...

Page 14: ...rd display information of input voltage input current and output power When a load is connected the output power watts is displayed in bar graph form WARNING Review the Important Safety Instructions found at the beginning of this guide before operating the Prosine Inverter Once the standard display screen is shown the Prosine Inverter is ready to deliver AC power to your loads You can now plug in ...

Page 15: ...id inverter damage by double checking the AC input and output wiring on hardwire configured models before applying power and by understanding your source of AC and where power from the source leads to e g do not plug a live extension cord into the AC outlet of the inverter Input Reverse Polarity Protection The internal circuitry of the Prosine Inverter is protected by an internal 32 V fast blow fu...

Page 16: ... a t n o c e t a r e p o s m o t p m y S d n a s m e l b o r P e s u a C e l b i s s o P n o i t u l o S r e w o l r o C D V 0 0 1 g n i d a e r l e n a p l o r t n o c d n a e g a t l o v t u p t u o o N s l e d o m V 4 2 n o C D V 4 0 2 n w o d t u h s e g a t l o v t u p n i w o L e l b a c d n a s n o i t c e n n o c k c e h c y r e t t a b e g r a h c e R n o i t a c i d n i e g a t l o v o n...

Page 17: ...ny consequential losses that are attributable to the product losing power whether by product malfunction installation error or misuse Disclaimer Product THIS 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 REPRESENTATIONS OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES EX...

Page 18: ...ifferent lead acid batteries to help you choose a battery which best suits your needs The lead acid battery which is probably most common is the starting battery in your automobile An automotive starting battery is designed to deliver a large amount of current for a short period of time so it can start your engine Only a small portion of the battery s capacity is used when starting the engine and ...

Page 19: ...n hours between battery recharges Each device will be rated in either watts volts and amps or VA For this calculation all three of these ratings are equivalent i e volts x amps watts VA The following example based on battery recharging every three days illustrates the calculation 1 Power Consumption x Operating Time Convert the watt hours to amp hours by dividing total watt hours by 10 1495 watt h...

Page 20: ...perature will result in thermal shutdown or decreased performance At input voltages less than 12 V or 24 V the unit runs warmer which will cause thermal shutdowns at temperatures below these ambient temperature guidelines Operating the unit in conditions outside the power and temperature limits above and to the right of the derating curves will result in thermal shutdown and or significantly decre...

Page 21: ...s lost in the way of heat from the inverting process Xantrex Prosine Inverters have an extremely flat efficiency curve over much of their operating range so less battery power is wasted whether operating at low power levels or higher power levels The following measurements were conducted at 12 V and 24 VDC input voltage on 120 V 60 Hz and 230 V 50 Hz inverters English 17 Xantrex Prosine Inverter O...

Page 22: ... o t i u c r i c t r o h s d a o l r e v o c i t a m o t u A d e e f k c a b C A e s u f y t i r a l o p e s r e v e r e g a t l o v r e d n u e g a t l o v r e v o e r u t a r e p m e t r e v o t i u c r i c t r o h s d a o l r e v o c i t a m o t u A d e e f k c a b C A e s u f y t i r a l o p e s r e v e r g n i t a R y a l e R r e f s n a r T A 5 1 s l e d o m y a l e r r e f s n a r t e r i w...

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