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2 Quick Start Guide
Overview
A brief overview of xPower1500’s features is provided below. For
complete information, be sure to read this manual fully. Figure 1
below shows xPower1500’s key features and accessories.
Figure 1 - Key Features and Accessories
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10 Troubleshooting
Problem: AC product will not operate, red FAULT light is on.
Problem: Run time is less than expected.
Problem: Measured voltage at AC Outlets is too low.
Problem: Charging light is OFF when AC Charger is
connected.
Possible Cause
Product rated more than 1350 watts, safety
overload circuit has tripped.
Product is rated less than 1350 watts, high
starting surge has tripped overload.
Battery pack is discharged (alarm is
sounding).
xPower1500 has overheated due to poor
ventilation.
Suggested Remedy
Use an AC product with a power rating less
than 1350 watts.
AC product may exceed xPower1500’s surge
capability. Use an AC product with starting
surge power within the unit’s surge rating.
Turn off all AC and DC products and recharge
battery pack.
Turn AC Outlets Switch OFF and allow unit
to cool for 15 minutes. Remove objects
covering ventilation areas, then restart.
Possible Cause
xPower1500 battery pack is not fully
charged.
AC product power consumption is higher
than expected.
Suggested Remedy
Recharge using AC Charger until Recharge
Indicator is green.
Check AC product power or “wattage” rating
(or current draw for DC accessories) and
compare with tables in Sections 4 and 5.
Possible Cause
Use of standard “average” reading AC
voltmeter to read output voltage.
Battery pack is almost “empty”.
Suggested Remedy
“Modified-sine wave” output of xPower1500
requires “true RMS” reading meter, such as
Fluke 87 series multimeter, for accurate
measurement.
Check Battery Level Indicator and recharge
battery pack as needed.
Possible Cause
No AC power at wall outlet.
Suggested Remedy
Ensure power is available at wall outlet.
ARTWORK FILM No. 445-0127-98-01 REV. 1 MAY 10/2001