Xantrex XS400, Owner'S Manual

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Installing the XS400
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Choosing a Location
The inverter should only be installed in a location that meets the
following requirements:
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WARNING: Risk of fire or explosion
This equipment contains components that could produce arcs or
sparks. To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not install this
equipment in compartments containing batteries or flammable
materials, or in locations that require ignition-protected
equipment. This includes any space containing gasoline-
powered machinery, fuel tanks, or joints, fittings, or other
connections between components of the fuel system.
WARNING: Fire hazard
Do not cover or obstruct the ventilation openings. Do not install
this equipment in a compartment with limited airflow.
Overheating may result.
Dry Choose a dry location. Do not allow water or other fluids
to drip or splash on the inverter. Do not expose to rain,
snow or splashing water.
Cool Normal air temperature should be between 32 °F (0 °C)
and 104 °F (40 °C) — the cooler the better within this
range.
Ventilated The inverter requires air circulation to maintain optimum
operating temperature and provide best performance. If the
unit has inadequate ventilation, it may shut down due to
overheating. Allow as much space around the ventilation
openings as possible. Xantrex recommends that other
objects be at least 3 inches (76 mm) away from the
ventilation openings for best performance. The air vented
through the openings should also have a path to circulate
away from the inverter.
Safe Do not install the inverter in the same compartment as
batteries or in any compartment containing flammable
liquids like gasoline.