Schneider Electric Xantrex TR1512 230 50 Specifications

Xantrex™ TR Series Inverter/ChargerXantrex TR1512 120 60 Xantrex TR3624 120 60Xantrex TR1524 120 60 Xantrex TR1512 230 50Xantrex TR2412 120 60 Xantrex

Safetyviii 975-0391-01-01 7. Do not operate the Xantrex TR Series Inverter/Charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged

Safety975-0391-01-01 ix Precautions When Working With Batteries1. Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.2. Never smoke or allow a s

xRegulatoryThe Xantrex TR Series Inverter/Charger 120 Vac/60 Hz models are CSA Certified to appropriate US and Canadian standards. The 230 Vac/50 Hz m

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1 IntroductionChapter 1, “Introduction” contains information about the features and functions of the Xantrex TR Series Inverter/Charger.

Introduction1–2 975-0391-01-01 IntroductionThank you for purchasing the Xantrex TR Series Inverter/Charger from Schneider Electric. The Xantrex TR Ser

Features975-0391-01-01 1–3 FeaturesThe following sections illustrate the features of the Xantrex TR Series. Figure 1-1 shows the features of the front

Introduction1–4 975-0391-01-01 AC SideThe AC side of the Xantrex TR Series has one breaker for pass-through AC input (30 A max and 15 A max for 120 Va

Features975-0391-01-01 1–5 DC SideThe DC side of the Xantrex TR Series has the equipment ground lug, the positive (+) battery terminal, and the negati

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2 OperationChapter 2, “Operation” contains information about how to operate the Xantrex TR Series Inverter/Charger.

Operation2–2 975-0391-01-01 Front PanelThe front panel of the Xantrex TR Series is equipped with a user interface, comprised of indicator lights and a

Front Panel975-0391-01-01 2–3 User Interface Item Description ON/STANDBY Switch Press to transition the Xantrex TR Series from OFF mode to ON. Xantrex

Operation2–4 975-0391-01-01 Charge Mode Indicator Light Indicator light is illuminated orange when the Xantrex TR Series is in the bulk stage of charg

Front Panel975-0391-01-01 2–5 Service Control InterfaceThere are several service controls on the inverter’s front panel, beneath the service access pa

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Operation2–6 975-0391-01-01 Once the service access panel is removed, the service controls may be modified to suit the specific configuration.Figure 2

Front Panel975-0391-01-01 2–7 Search Mode Potentiometer Use a small jeweller's style flat-head screwdriver to adjust the current threshold requir

Operation2–8 975-0391-01-01 Over Discharge Protection (ODP)Over discharge protection shuts down the inverter at a specified voltage (low battery cutof

Front Panel975-0391-01-01 2–9 Setting the Search Mode ThresholdTo set the Search Mode Watts: 1. Remove the AC input source from the inverter. The inve

Operation2–10 975-0391-01-01 Stacking InterfaceWhenever two Xantrex TR Series inverters are used in a series (stacked) configuration, one unit (primar

Start-up975-0391-01-01 2–11 Start-upOnce the inverter is properly connected to the batteries, AC source, and loads (using a sub-panel) the inverter is

Operation2–12 975-0391-01-01 Charge Mode3-Stage Charging ProcessThe charging cycle uses a 3-stage charging process to maintain the batteries. Whenever

Charge Mode975-0391-01-01 2–13 Standby ModeThe Xantrex TR Series will transition to the Standby (charger OFF) Mode after 1 hour in the float stage. In

Operation2–14 975-0391-01-01 If the equalize voltage set-point is not reached within an hour of the equalize cycle starting, the Xantrex TR Series wil

3 TroubleshootingChapter 3, “Troubleshooting” contains information about how to troubleshoot possible error conditions while using the Xantrex TR Ser

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Troubleshooting3–2 975-0391-01-01 Troubleshooting the Xantrex TR SeriesTable 3-1 shows the possible error codes on the display screen and the descript

Troubleshooting the Xantrex TR Series975-0391-01-01 3–3  Warning The Xantrex TR Series has not detected a battery temperature sensor during startup

Troubleshooting3–4 975-0391-01-01  Warning The Xantrex TR Series has been short circuited at the AC output. Unit is still functioning, but if the s

Troubleshooting the Xantrex TR Series975-0391-01-01 3–5  Fault Active only when ODP has been disabled. The  warning has persisted until it has b

Troubleshooting3–6 975-0391-01-01  Fault The  Warning has persisted until it has become a fault. Xantrex TR Series has shut down for safety reas

Troubleshooting the Xantrex TR Series975-0391-01-01 3–7 Charger is inoperative and unit will not accept AC.AC voltage has dropped out-of-toleranceLoos

Troubleshooting3–8 975-0391-01-01 Problem LoadsThe inverter can drive most loads, however, there are special conditions that can cause a load to behav

Problem Loads975-0391-01-01 3–9 Dimmer Switches Most dimmer switches lose their ability to dim the lights when used with an inverter and operate only

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A SpecificationsAppendix A, “Specifications” contains information about the electrical, environmental and regulatory specifications of the Xantrex TR

975-0391-01-01 iii About This ManualPurposeThe purpose of this Operation Manual is to provide explanations and procedures for operating and troublesho

SpecificationsA–2 975-0391-01-01 Table A-1 Electrical Specificationsa - 120 Vac/60 Hz ModelsModelXantrex TR1512 120 60Xantrex TR2412 120 60Xantrex TR1

975-0391-01-01 A–3 Adjustable Load Sensing Range5 watts minimum to 240 watts maximumForce Air Cooling Variable speed fanAutomatic Transfer Relay30 amp

SpecificationsA–4 975-0391-01-01 Table A-2 Electrical Specificationsa - 230 Vac/50 Hz Modelsa.Specifications subject to change without notice.ModelXan

975-0391-01-01 A–5 Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility Specifications120 Vac/60 Hz ModelsCSA 107.1UL 1741FCC Part 15B Class BInd. Canada ICES-000

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975-0391-01-01 WA–1Warranty and Return InformationWarrantyWhat does this warranty cover and how long does it last? This Limited Warranty is provided b

Warranty and Return InformationWA–2 975-0391-01-01This Limited Warranty does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of the product or cover

Warranty and Return Information975-0391-01-01 WA–3When you contact Xantrex to obtain service, please have your instruction manual ready for reference

Warranty and Return InformationWA–4 975-0391-01-01Information About Your SystemAs soon as you open your Xantrex TR Series Inverter/Charger package, re

About This Manualiv 975-0391-01-01 Conventions UsedThe following conventions are used in this guide.Model NumberingThis Manual contains information fo

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975-0391-01-01 vii IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSTHIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS THAT SHALL BE FOLLOWED DURING OPERA