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Safety First …

Misuse of xPower1500 may result in danger to the user. We urge you to pay
special attention to all CAUTION and WARNING statements. CAUTION
statements identify conditions or practices that may result in damage to
xPower1500 or to other equipment. WARNING statements identify
conditions that may result in personal injury or loss of life.

WARNING!

  Not  for  use  with  medical  or  life-support  equipment.

xPower1500  will  run  a  wide  variety  of  consumer  electronics,  power
tools  and  household  appliances.    This  product  is  not  designed  for  use
with  medical  or  life-support  equipment.

WARNING!

 Shock hazard. Keep away from children.

xPower1500 generates the same potentially lethal AC power as a normal
household  wall  outlet.  Treat  it  with  the  same  respect  that  you  would
any  AC  outlet.

Do  not  insert  any  foreign  objects  into  xPower1500’s  AC  outlets,  its  DC
Power  Socket,  or  the  ventilation  holes.  Do  not  remove  the  covers  on
the High Power DC Terminals, unless connecting cables. Do not expose
xPower1500  to  water.

Do not, under any circumstances, connect xPower1500’s AC receptacle
to  power  utility  AC  distribution  wiring.

Failure  to  follow  the  above  safety  instructions  may  result  in  personal
injury  and/or  damage  to  xPower1500.

WARNING!

 Explosion hazard.

Do  not  use  xPower1500  where  there  are  flammable  fumes  or  gases,
such as in the bilge of a gasoline powered boat, or near propane tanks.
Do  not  use  xPower1500  in  an  enclosure  containing  automotive-type
lead  acid  batteries.    These  batteries,  unlike  the  sealed  battery  pack  in
the  xPower1500,  vent  explosive  hydrogen  gas,  which  can  be  ignited
by  sparks  from  electrical  connections.

When working on electrical equipment always ensure someone is nearby
to  help  you  in  an  emergency.

WARNING!

  Heated  surface.

xPower1500’s internal inverter components may become uncomfortably
warm,  reaching  140°F  (60°C)  under  extended  high  power  operation.
Ensure at least 15 cm (6 in) of air space is maintained on all sides and on
top  of  xPower1500.    During  operation,  keep  away  from  materials  that
may  be  affected  by  high  temperatures  such  as  blankets,  pillows  and
sleeping  bags.

CAUTION:

• Do  not  connect  any  AC  load  whose  neutral  conductor  is  connected  to

ground,  to  xPower1500.

• Do not expose xPower1500 to temperatures in excess of 104°F (40°C).

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12 Limited Warranty (USA and

Canada only) and Out-of-Warranty
Service 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 12 months from
the date of purchase except for the internal battery pack (see details below).
Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are
limited to twelve months from date of purchase.  Some jurisdictions do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitation may not apply to you.

What Does This Warranty Not Cover? This warranty will not apply where
the product has been misused, neglected, improperly installed, physically
damaged or altered, either internally or externally, or damaged from improper
use or use in an unsuitable environment. Xantrex does not warrant
uninterrupted operations of its products. Xantrex shall not be liable for
damages, whether direct, incidental, special, or consequential, or economic
loss even though caused by the negligence or fault of Xantrex. Some
jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply
to you.

What Will Xantrex Do?  With the exception of the internal battery pack,
Xantrex will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product free of
charge. Xantrex will, at its own option, use new and/or reconditioned parts
made by various manufacturers in performing warranty repair and building
replacement products. If Xantrex repairs or replaces a product, its warranty
term is not extended. Xantrex owns all parts removed from repaired products.

What Will Xantrex Do To Remedy A Battery Defect? Xantrex will replace
the internal battery pack free of charge, should it be found defective within 6
months of purchase. During the balance of the 12-month warranty period,
Xantrex will charge a fee of $80 US to replace the original batteries with new
batteries when the product is returned under warranty.

ARTWORK FILM No. 445-0127-98-01 REV. 1  MAY 10/2001

Summary of Contents for xPower1500

Page 1: ...MY K 445 0127 01 01 PRINTED IN CHINA Owner s Guide t 1 800 670 0707 f 1 800 994 7828 support xpower xantrex com www xantrex com xPower1500 Portable Household Power TM ARTWORK FILM No 445 0127 98 01 RE...

Page 2: ...ultracompactandversatileinverter the Portawattz 150 provides 150 watts ofAC power for running everything from small TVs and VCRs to laptop computers It is also ideal for recharging many of the battery...

Page 3: ...12 Volt DCAccessories 14 Battery Operating Times 15 30 ServiceOutOfWarranty IfthewarrantyperiodforyourxPower1500has expired if the unit was damaged due to misuse incorrect installation or if other con...

Page 4: ...power xantrex com You must obtain a Return MaterialAuthorization RMA number from Xantrex before returning a product directly to Xantrex Do not return a product to Xantrex without first obtaining an RM...

Page 5: ...ad whose neutral conductor is connected to ground to xPower1500 Do not expose xPower1500 to temperatures in excess of 104 F 40 C 28 12 Limited Warranty USA and Canada only and Out of Warranty Service...

Page 6: ...olt DC power to run typical auto or marine accessories How to use xPower1500 to jump start a vehicle How to recharge xPower1500 s internal battery pack How to connect an external battery to xPower1500...

Page 7: ...s surge capability Use an AC product with starting surge power within the unit s surge rating TurnoffallACandDCproductsandrecharge battery pack Turn AC Outlets Switch OFF and allow unit to cool for 15...

Page 8: ...en xPower1500 s internal battery pack is fully charged Figure 2 Handle Assembly 25 If your xPower1500 has the version B battery pack contact Xantrex Customer Service to purchase a replacement battery...

Page 9: ...quirements are run 24 8 Remove personal metal items such as rings bracelets necklaces and watches when working with a lead acid battery When a short circuit if created a lead acid battery can produces...

Page 10: ...placing xPower1500 s Internal Battery Pack Before attempting to replace the battery pack contact Xantrex Customer Service for specific instructions See contact information in the front of this Owner s...

Page 11: ...inal Cover to fasten the 5 16 ring type connector on the other end of the positive cable red or marked positive toxPower1500 spositive HighPower DCTerminal red Tighten the terminal cover firmly by han...

Page 12: ...hour batteries we recommend connecting one or more 21 amp hour batteries externally when you want to increase operating time WARNING Explosion hazard Use a sealed non spillable battery for indoor use...

Page 13: ...r charging 12 volt batteries using this power source will result in a shorter recharge time If the generator has a cigarette lighter style socket for its 12 volt output follow the connection instructi...

Page 14: ...inates red disconnect the AC Charger from theAC outlet and from xPower1500immediately Redilluminationindicatesashortcircuit condition in the output cable DC plug the section from the AC Charger to xPo...

Page 15: ...t on The product should operate normally just as it would if plugged into a wall outlet at home 3 While operating the AC product you can check the level of the battery as detailed in Section 3 This wi...

Page 16: ...ir loudspeakers when operating from the AC output of xPower1500 This is because the power supply in the equipment does not adequately filter the modified sine wave produced by xPower1500 Unless the st...

Page 17: ...le or Boat Engine Starting Assistance Jump Starting Directly to the Battery xPower1500 may be used to jump start a 12 volt vehicle or small boat engine using standard jump start cables available from...

Page 18: ...battery pack as soon as possible after each use IMPORTANT The DC Power Socket does not automatically switch off the load when the internal battery pack is discharged To protect the battery pack again...

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