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Problem: Measured inverter output is too low.

Problem: Battery run time is less than expected.

Possible Cause

Solution

A standard “average-reading” 
AC voltmeter has been used to 
measure output voltage, 
resulting in an apparent reading 
5–15 V too low.

For accurate measurement, the Inverter 
modified sine wave output requires a “true 
RMS” voltmeter for accurate measurements.

The battery voltage is too low.

Recharge the battery.

Possible Cause 

Solution

The AC product power 
consumption is higher than 
rated.

Use a larger battery to make up for the 
increased power requirement.

The battery is old or defective.

Replace the battery. 

The battery is not being charged 
properly.

Some chargers are not able to fully recharge 
a battery. Make sure that you use a powerful 
charger.

Power dissipation in DC cables. Use shorter/heavier DC cables.

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Страница 1: ...t 1 408 987 6359 www xantrex comm support Printed in China 975 0348 01 01 Rev B Owner s Guide...

Страница 2: ...Owner s Guide Duracell_Digi_400 book Page i Friday August 31 2007 3 24 PM...

Страница 3: ...e 2007 Duracell All rights reserved Exclusion for Documentation UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC XANTREX a MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILIT...

Страница 4: ...y top panel 8 Types of connections 10 Accessories 10 4 Connecting the Inverter 11 Choosing a location 11 Connecting for loads under 150 W 12 Connecting for loads over 150 W 13 5 Operating the Inverter...

Страница 5: ...Troubleshooting 22 Common problems 23 Buzz in audio systems 23 Television interference 23 Troubleshooting reference 24 Recycling 28 8 Specifications 31 9 Warranty and Return 32 Duracell_Digi_400 book...

Страница 6: ...as portable stereos laptop computers TVs VCRs and other similar products The Inverter uses reliable solid state power electronics for years of safe trouble free operation and includes the following au...

Страница 7: ...ting and using the inverter and then save it for future reference This guide contains Important safety information page 3 Instructions for connecting the Inverter page 11 Operating guidelines page 16...

Страница 8: ...ions or practices that may damage the unit or other equipment Warnings and Cautions WARNING Shock hazard Keep children away from the Inverter The inverter generates the same lethal AC power as a norma...

Страница 9: ...onfigure or troubleshoot the Inverter while they are driving the vehicle CAUTION Output non sinusoidal Some chargers for small nickel cadmium batteries can be damaged if connected to the Inverter Do n...

Страница 10: ...Inverter to water rain snow or spray Failure to follow these safety guidelines may cause personal injury and or damage to the Inverter It may also void your product warranty CAUTION Do not connect li...

Страница 11: ...the Inverter Figure 1 AC Panel Two AC receptacles are located on one end of the Inverter You can plug in 120 V appliances with a combined total continuous power consumption of up to 400 W CAUTION To p...

Страница 12: ...power is greater than approximately 80 W When the inverter is turned on the fan may operate momentarily The ventilation openings should not be covered at any time while the inverter is operating 2 A P...

Страница 13: ...tal display top panel Figure 3 shows the digital display panel Use Table 2 to identify the function of items Figure 3 Digital Display Panel 2 1 3 Duracell_Digi_400 book Page 8 Friday August 31 2007 3...

Страница 14: ...tion Digital display shows input voltage output power or output voltage Error Mode Digital display shows error codes and alarm sounds when unit has shut down due to under voltage over voltage over loa...

Страница 15: ...able to connect the Inverter to a 12 V outlet in your vehicle See Figure 4 For AC loads up to 400 W Cable clamps to connect the Inverter directly to a dedicated 12 V battery See Figure 5 Accessories F...

Страница 16: ...verter to water rain snow 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...

Страница 17: ...positive cabling terminal and then fasten the negative black ring terminal to the negative cabling terminal 4 Tighten the nut on each cabling terminal until it is snug Do not over tighten CAUTION Reve...

Страница 18: ...l the digital display turns off Connecting for loads over 150 W To operate loads greater than 150 W continuously you must connect the unit directly to a 12 V battery using the DC cable clamps When the...

Страница 19: ...materials and present an electrical shock hazard To prevent irritation and burns wear protective eyewear and clothing when you install the inverter or work with the batteries Take special care to ensu...

Страница 20: ...888 is shown on the display The digital display will show the battery voltage indicating that the Inverter is operating normally and AC power is available at the outlet 7 Plug in the AC appliance you...

Страница 21: ...one at a time Low Battery Alarm and Shutdown As the battery discharges its voltage decreases When the Inverter senses that the voltage at its DC input has dropped to 11 0 V it sounds an alarm giving y...

Страница 22: ...irst Turn the inverter off by holding the switch until the display turns off Operating normal loads The Inverter is capable of continuously powering most 120 V AC products with the following power rat...

Страница 23: ...and electric motors are some products that have high surge requirements at start up The Inverter can supply momentary surge power that is higher than its maximum power rating Some products rated less...

Страница 24: ...or more products simultaneously add the power require ments of both products to determine the total wattage Will operate with Inverter Cell phone camcorder charger 10 Yes Video game console 20 Yes Po...

Страница 25: ...acity and the amount of power drawn by the AC loads you are operating With a typical vehicle battery you can expect the following Table 5 Battery Operating Times Load Sample Appliance Operating Time 5...

Страница 26: ...teries are designed to provide brief periods of very high current needed for engine starting They are not intended for constant deep discharge Regularly operating the Inverter from a vehicle battery u...

Страница 27: ...section before contacting your dealer If you are unable to solve a problem and need to contact service please prepare for the call by writing down the following details Inverter s serial number How l...

Страница 28: ...ss the screen Try one of these suggestions to minimize or eliminate the problem Adjust the orientation of the Inverter television antenna and cables Maximize TV signal strength by using a better anten...

Страница 29: ...nection to battery The inverter has likely been damaged and needs to be repaired Have the unit repaired not covered under warranty Loose cable connections Check cables and connections Tighten as requi...

Страница 30: ...r for accurate measurements The battery voltage is too low Recharge the battery Possible Cause Solution The AC product power consumption is higher than rated Use a larger battery to make up for the in...

Страница 31: ...use with a similar one as recommended in your vehicle s manual and follow the section Connecting for loads over 150 W for AC products rated more than 150 watts The battery does not produce enough volt...

Страница 32: ...ng within the inverter s continuous power rating see Table 3 E04 The inverter has overheated due to poor ventilation Overheating shutdown has occurred Turn inverter off and allow to cool for 15 minute...

Страница 33: ...BRC a non profit public service organization dedicated to recycling used rechargeable batteries Through RBRC s national program and the availability of recycling depots for Pb batteries Xantrex custom...

Страница 34: ...it City The Home Depot Lowe s Milwaukee Electric Tool Office Depot Orchard Supply Porter Cable Service Centers RadioShack Remington Product Company Sears Staples Target US Cellular and Verizon Wireles...

Страница 35: ...irst removing it simple disassembly may be required and then taking it to a Sears Automotive Facility in your area where it can be dropped off for proper recycling If you are not sure of a Sears Autom...

Страница 36: ...tput surge power 640 W AC output frequency 60 Hz AC output waveform Modified Sine Wave No load current draw at 12 V input 0 3 A Efficiency maximum 90 Ambient operating temperature range 32 104 F 0 40...

Страница 37: ...se new and or reconditioned parts in performing warranty repair and building replacement products Xantrex reserves the right to use parts or products of original or improved design in the repair or re...

Страница 38: ...ust not have been disassembled or modified without prior written authorization by Xantrex Proof of purchase may be in any one of the following forms The dated purchase receipt from the original purcha...

Страница 39: ...d the product if it is used as a component part of a product expressly war ranted by another manufacturer e the product if its original identification trade mark serial number mark ings have been def...

Страница 40: ...MISUSE OR ABUSE OR THE INCORRECT INSTALLATION INTEGRATION OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT Exclusions If this product is a consumer product federal law does not allow an exclusion of implied warranties To...

Страница 41: ...RALITY OF THE FOREGOING XANTREX MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES REGARDING THE USE OF THE XANTREX DURACELL DIGITAL INVERTER 400 IN CONNECTION WITH LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS OR OTHER MEDICAL EQUIPMENT...

Страница 42: ...and packing materials Please ensure that your product is shipped fully insured in the original packaging or equivalent This warranty will not apply where the product is damaged due to improper packagi...

Страница 43: ...prepared to supply The serial number of your product Information about the installation and use of the unit Information about the failure and or reason for the return A copy of your dated proof of pu...

Страница 44: ...ut of warranty service contact Xantrex Customer Service for a Return Material Authorization RMA number and follow the other steps outlined in Return Procedure on page 37 Payment options such as credit...

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