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Xantrex Technology 80 A (XADC-80) manual

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    Xantrex A C to DC Converter Manual T ype 40 A (XADC-40) 60 A (XADC-60) 80 A (XADC-80) Owner’ s Guide Towable-OEM-40-60-80A.book Page i M onday, March 5, 2007 12:1 5 PM[...]

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    Towable-OEM-40-60-80A.book Page ii Monday, March 5, 2007 12:15 PM[...]

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    Xantrex AC to DC Converter Owner’s Guide Towable-OEM-40-60-80A.book Page i M onday, March 5, 2007 12:1 5 PM[...]

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    About Xantrex Xantrex T echnology Inc. is a worl d-l eading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with product s from 50 watt mobi le uni ts to one MW utility-scale systems for wind, solar , ba tteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both gri d-connected and stand-alone systems. Xantrex products include in[...]

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    iii About This Guide Purpose The purpose of this Owner ’ s Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for operating and troubleshooting the Xantrex AC to DC Converter (XADC). Scope The Guide provides informa tion ab out operating and troubleshooting the un it. Audience The Guide is intended for anyone who needs to operate and troubleshoot th[...]

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    About T his Guide iv 975-0305-01-01 Conventions Used The following conv en tio ns are used in this guide. This Guide contains informatio n for three versions of the Xantrex AC to DC Converter. The 40 Amp Xantrex AC to DC Converter will be referred to as the XADC-40 when it is being referenced individually . The 60 Amp Xantrex AC to DC Converter wil[...]

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    v Important Safety Instructions 1. Before using the XADC, re ad all instructions and cautionary markings on the XADC, the batteries, and all appropriate sections of this guide. 2. Do not expose the XADC to ra in, snow , spray , or water . T o reduce risk of fire hazard, do no t cover or obstruct the ventilation openings. Ov erheating may result. 3.[...]

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    Safety vi 975-0305-01-01 Precautions W hen W orking W ith Batteries 1. Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the manufact urer of the equipment in which the battery is installed. W orking in the vicinity of batteries may be dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal operation, therefore, you must read th[...]

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    Safety 975-0305-01-01 vii 10. If you need to remove a batte ry , always remove the ground terminal from the batt ery first. Make sure all accessories are off so you don’t cause a spark. 1 1. Use the XADC for charging a lead-acid battery only . Do not use the XADC to charge nickel-cadmium or dry-cell batteries commonly used with home appliances an[...]

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    viii Important Safety Instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - v 1 Features Introduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1 Special Features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1 Main Components - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2 Opti[...]

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    1 1 F eatur es Introduction The Xantrex AC to DC Converter (XADC) is a family of converter/chargers, consisting of 40A (XADC-40 ), 60A (XADC-60), and 80A (XADC-80) units. All XADC units will accept a broad range of 12 0 V ac input power and convert it into a 3-step DC char ge algorithm designed for use with 12Vdc battery systems and/or to power DC [...]

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    2 975-0305-01-01 Main Components Figure 1-1 shows the main components of the XADC. Optional A C/DC Distribution P anel The XADC may be pre-installed with an AC/DC Distribution Panel. The panel is available in two configurations which provides the approved wiring boxe s for AC and DC connections: 30A (Part Number: 810-00 30-00 XADC P30) – eight ou[...]

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    Main Components 975-0305-01-01 3 Figure 1-2 AC/DC Distribution P anel Components Item Description 1 DC fuse/AC breaker access panel (swings open with thumb latch) 2 Removable DC fuse access panel with DC circuit designation label. 3 Removable AC/DC Distri bution Panel faceplate (service technician only) 4 AC breakers (not included) 5 Screw for remo[...]

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    4 Towable-OEM-40-60-80A.book Page 4 M onday, March 5, 2007 12:1 5 PM[...]

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    5 2 Oper ation and T r oubleshooting Switching the XADC On and Off The XADC is always On when AC voltage is applied. T o switch the XADC Off, disconnect the AC input voltage by turning the AC breaker off. Maintenance It may be necessary to replace the DC fuses in the XADC. Fuses for XADC should be: If the optional AC/DC Distributio n Panel is insta[...]

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    6 975-0305-01-01 T roubleshooting Refer e nce W ARNING: Electric shock hazard Do not remove the cover of the XADC or disassemble the XADC. The XADC does not contain any inte rnal user-serviceable parts and attempting to service the unit you rself could result in electrical shock or burn and will also void your warranty . T able 2-1 T roubleshooting[...]

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    7 A Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mechanical Specifications Electrical P erformance Physical Spec ifications XADC-40 XADC-60 XADC-80 W eight 7.9 lb (3.6 kg) 8.2 lb (3.7 kg) 8. 3 lb (3.8 kg) Operating temperature range 14 ºF – 86 ºF (-10 º C – 30 ºC) de-rated 86 ºF – 140ºF (30 ºC – 60 ºC) > 14[...]

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    8 975-0305-01-01 W arranty and Return Information If your vehicle is within its factory warranty period: The warranty for this product is covered unde r your vehicle's expr ess warranty , please contact your vehicle ma nufacturer's owner services depart ment for technical support and warranty service. If your vehicle is out of its factory[...]

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    Towable-OEM-40-60-80A.book Page 9 M onday, March 5, 2007 12:1 5 PM[...]

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    Xantrex Technology Inc. www.xantrex.com 975-0305-01-01 Printed in China Towable-OEM-40-60-80A.book Page 10 M onday, March 5, 2007 12: 15 PM[...]