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AC Power Capabilities
To check the total power consumption of the products plugged into PowerSource
1800 during backup power mode, press the Select button and view the Output
Power (W) on the screen.
To test the PowerSource 1800 backup power capabilities after installing the unit,
unplug the AC power cord to simulate a power outage. Ensure the products
connected to the PowerSource 1800 continue operating. You can test the surge
capabilities of the PowerSource 1800 by turning connected products on and off
while the unit is unplugged. If products fail to operate or the screen shows an
error code, see “Troubleshooting”.
Run Time on Typical Products
Run Time for Combinations of Products
Power Management Tips
During a power outage, maximizing PowerSource 1800 run time is essential to
keep your home/small office running or to stay connected to the outside world
through TV and radio news or cellphone/cordless phone. Therefore, in order to
maximize the run time for combinations of office products plugged into
PowerSource 1800, you may want to use the following alternatives:
Battery Replacement
The battery pack in this product consists of three 17 amp-hour batteries. When
they come to the end of their useful service life they may be replaced with
equivalent sealed lead acid batteries by a qualified battery technician. Suitable
replacement batteries are Panasonic
®
#LC-X1220P and EnerSys™ #NPX-80.
Information on other replacement battery brands and dealers is in the battery
replacement guide in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section of the
Xantrex Support site at
www.xantrex.com/support
.
Recycling
PowerSource 1800 is designed to provide years of service. However, when the
internal batteries reach the end of their service life, and if you choose not to have
a qualified technician replace them, the PowerSource 1800 itself is no longer of
use. The internal batteries may be replaced following the guidelines in “Battery
Replacement” above.
Because the internal batteries contain lead, which can be hazardous to the
environment, the batteries and the PowerSource 1800 should be recycled or
safely disposed of at your local recycling depot. Do not dispose of the batteries
and the PowerSource 1800 with common household waste. Please ask your local
authorities about recycling services that are available in your area.
Power Consumption
of Loads
Normal Operation with
Utility Power
Ability to Provide Backup Power
Up to 1800 W
Yes
Yes (up to 1440 W continuous in
backup power mode)
Over 1800 W
No. Supplementary
protector may trip.
No. Overload shutdown.
Product
Watts
a
a.Average power consumption as measured on loads tested under regular op-
erating conditions. Rated power may differ from average power consumption.
Run Time
b
b.Run time as measured on tested loads.
Product
Watts
a
Run Time
b
Cordless phone
5
63 h
Table lamp
40
10.5 h
Cell phone
5
63 h
13" TV
38
11 h
Internet modem
6
56 h
Desktop computer
200
1.5 h
Inkjet printer
8
46 h
8.8 cu. ft. freezer
80
4.5 h
Clock radio
8
46 h
18 cu. foot fridge
120
2.8 h
Laptop computer
20
22 h
Sump pump ½ HP
300
1 h
20" LCD monitor
52
7.5 h
Microwave
920
12 min
Product
Run Time
b
Laptop, inkjet printer, cordless phone, Internet modem
up to 10 h
Desktop computer, 17" LCD monitor, inkjet printer, Internet modem,
cordless phone
up to 1.6 h
Cordless phone, 13" TV, clock radio, table lamp
up to 4 h
18 cubic foot refrigerator, home alarm system
up to 2.6 h
Use...
Instead of...
Inkjet printer
Laser printer
Laptop, or desktop computer with LCD monitor
Desktop computer with CRT monitor
Monitor energy saving mode settings
Bright monitor settings
7 or 13" TVs
Big screen TVs
Small desk lamps (25 to 40 W)
High-wattage lamps
