NPower XRP Series User manual

2000W Pure Sine Inverter
OWNER’S MANUAL
Item Number# 31909
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USER MUST READ
AND UNDERSTAND THIS INSTRUCTIONAL MANUAL.
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION
REGARDING THE OPERATION AND WARRANTY OF THIS
PRODUCT. PLEASE RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

About this Guide
Purpose
The purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations and
procedures for operating, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting the
2000W Pure Sine Inverter.
Scope
The guide provides safety guidelines, as well as information about
operating, installing, and troubleshooting the inverter. It does not provide
details about particular brands of batteries. You need to consult individual
battery manufacturers for this information.
It is recommended that qualified installers such as licensed technicians and
electricians should handle installation. Qualified installers have knowledge
and experience in installing electrical equipment, knowledge of the
applicable installation codes, and awareness of the hazards involved in
performing electrical work and how to reduce those hazards.
Audience
The Guide is intended for users and operators of 2000W Pure Sine
Inverter.
Conventions Used
The following conventions are used in this guide.
WARNING
CAUTION
Warnings identify conditions that could result in personal injury or loss of
life.
Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the
unit or other equipment.
Important: These notes describe things that are important for you to know
but not as serious as a caution or warning.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...............................................
2. INTRODUCTION...................................................................................
3. FEATURES............................................................................................
4. INSTALLATION.....................................................................................
5. OPERATION..........................................................................................
6. TROUBLESHOOTING...........................................................................
7. SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................
8.WARRANTY...........................................................................................
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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS OWNER’S MANUAL FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
WARNING: Shock, fire, and heat hazard. Risk of injury to persons
Do not expose the 2000W Pure Sine Inverter to rain, snow, spray,
or bilge water. To reduce risk of fire hazard, do not cover or
obstruct the ventilation openings. Overheating may result.
To avoid a risk of fire and electric shock, make sure that wiring is in
good condition, adequately rated, and not undersized. Do not
operate the 2000W Pure Sine Inverter with damaged or
substandard wiring.
Do not operate the 2000W Pure Sine Inverter if it has received a
sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. If
the 2000W Pure Sine Inverter is damaged, see the Warranty
section.
Do not disassemble the 2000W Pure Sine Inverter. It contains no
user-serviceable parts. See Warranty for instructions on obtaining
service. Attempting to service the 2000W Pure Sine Inverter
yourself may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire. Internal
capacitors remain charged after all power is disconnected.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect DC power from
the 2000W Pure Sine Inverter before attempting any maintenance
or cleaning or working on any circuits connected to the unit.
Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
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Precautions When Working with Batteries
WARNING: Explosion or fire hazard
Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the
manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed to
reduce the risk of battery explosion.
Working in the vicinity of lead-acid batteries is dangerous. Batteries
generate explosive gases during normal operation. Therefore, you
must read this guide and follow the instructions exactly before
installing or using your 2000W Pure Sine Inverter.
This equipment contains components which tend to produce arcs or
sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not operate the 2000W Pure
Sine Inverter 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, as well as joints, fittings, or other connections between
components of the fuel system.
Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.
Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or batteries.
Use caution to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool on the battery.
It could spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical parts and
could cause an explosion.
If you need to remove a battery, always remove the ground terminal
from the battery first. Make sure all accessories are off so you don’t
cause a spark.
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WARNING: Risk of personal injury due to burns or battery acid

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Remove all metal items, such as rings, bracelets, and watches when
working with lead-acid batteries. Lead-acid batteries produce a short
circuit current high enough to weld metal to skin, causing a severe
burn.
Have someone within range of your voice or close enough to come to
your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid
contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
Wear complete eye and clothing protection. Avoid touching your eyes
while working near batteries.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap
and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood it with running
cold water for at least twenty minutes and get medical attention
immediately.
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Failure to follow these safety guidelines will result in personal injury
and/or the damage to the unit. It may also void the warranty.
2. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the 2000W Pure Sine Inverter. As a high-quality,
true sine wave output inverter, you can expect exceptional performance
and years of dependable operation. The pure sine wave AC output from
the inverter ensures all AC loads operating from the unit perform efficiently
and correctly. Since these loads were designed to operate from true sine
wave voltage, you can expect these loads to operate the same as if
operating from grid/utility supplied power. In some cases, the true sine
wave output from the inverter is even superior to the power supplied by
your utility company. To get the most out of your 2000W Pure Sine
Inverter, carefully read and follow the instructions in this guide.

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Quality Power
The 2000W Pure Sine Inverter is a professional-quality, mid-range inverter
designed to handle a variety of applications including compact microwaves,
TVs, VCRs, coffee makers, lamps, and small power tools.
The 2000W Pure Sine Inverter provides optimal continuous power
(1800 W ), making it ideal for large single loads, intermittent loads,
or multiple smaller loads.
The inverter’s high surge capability (up to 4000 W) lets you handle
many hard-to-start loads, including large TVs, refrigerators, and
freezers.
The unit’s low standby battery demand means you don’t have to
worry about excessive drain on your battery if you leave the inverter
on for a few days. When the inverter is on but no power is being
supplied to a load, the inverter draws less than 0.6 A from the
battery.
Superior features and rugged durability have been combined with
extreme ease of use:
The unit is compact, lightweight, and easy to install.
You can power loads directly from the AC receptacles on the front
panel.
Easy-to-read digital display on the front panel lets you monitor
system performance at a glance.
The optional remote ON/OFF switch lets you control the inverter
from a convenient location—up to 20’ (6 m) away—while the
inverter itself is mounted out of sight and close to the batteries.
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A convenient USB port powers all modern electronic products.
Comprehensive Protection
The 2000W Pure Sine Inverter is equipped with numerous protection
features to guarantee safe and trouble-free operation:
Low battery
voltage alarm
Alerts you if the battery has become discharged to
11 V or lower.
Low battery
voltage
shutdown
Automatically shuts the inverter down if the battery
voltage drops below 10.5 V.
This feature protects the battery from being completely
discharged. The unit recovers automatically once the
battery voltage reaches above 11.6 V DC.
High battery
voltage s
hutdown
Shuts the inverter down automatically if the input
voltage rises to more than 15.5 V. The unit recovers
automatically once the battery voltage falls below
15.5 V DC.
AC output
overload
shutdown
Shuts the unit down automatically if a short circuit
occurs or if the loads attached to the inverter exceed
the operating limits.
Over
temperature
shutdown
Turns the inverter off if its temperature rises above an
acceptable level.
3. FEATURES
The following information describes the main features of the 2000W Pure
Sine Inverter. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with these
features before installing and operating the unit.

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Materials List
Your 2000W Pure Sine Inverter package includes these items:
• 2000W Pure Sine Inverter unit
• Owner’s Manual
• Remote control panel mounting brackets
• The 2000W Pure Sine Inverter can also be installed with a remote
ON/OFF switch that comes with a 20’ (6 m) cable
If any of these materials are missing or are unsatisfactory in any way,
please call the toll-free helpline: 1-800-222-5381.
Optional Accessory
Two battery cables with connectors
For ordering information, please call the toll-free helpline: 1-800-222-5381.
Please reference the part number above when ordering.
Front Panel Details

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Green LED—Indicates DC input voltage.
Yellow LED—Indicates that the consumption of the loads of your
device is over 2000 W. When AC output power exceeds 2100 W –
2800 W, the over load shutdown will act.
Red LED— It indicates that the consumption of the loads which the
inverter receiving power to is under 2000 W.
USB Port— Powers and charges USB-enabled devices.
Remote Switch Port— Use to connect the optional remote ON/OFF
switch via a communication cable.
Digital Display—Shows input voltage (in volts), output power (in
kilowatts and watts), and error code information. The allowed power
tolerance is 15% (with loads of over 200 W), and the allowed voltage
tolerance is +/- 0.2 V (no load).
Power Switch Button— Turn the inverter ON or OFF.
AC Outlets— Equipped with three AC outlets. They allow you to plug in
115 V AC products with a total continuous of 2000 W or less.
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Figure 1: 2000W Pure Sine Inverter Front Panel
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Figure 2 2000W Pure Sine Inverter View Panel
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Cooling Fan and Ventilation Openings— The high speed cooling fan
protects the inverter from over-heating. Ventilation openings should be
kept clear!
Positive (+) DC terminal— Accepts ring connectors appropriate to the
cable size being used.
Negative (-) DC terminal—Accepts ring connectors appropriate to the
cable size being used.
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4. INSTALLATION
Follow all instructions from this guide and instructions including safety
guidelines from the battery manufacturer. Installing battery cables require
some electrical knowledge and local electrical codes.
WARNING
If you do not have some electrical knowledge or awareness of local
electrical codes or are not comfortable installing cables yourself, ask a
qualified installer including a licensed technician and electrician. Qualified
installers have knowledge and experience in installing electrical equipment,
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knowledge of the applicable installation codes, and awareness of the
hazards involved in performing electrical work and how to reduce those
hazards.
Basic Installation Steps
1. Determine battery capacity.
2. Determine a charging system.
3. Choose a location.
4. Mount the inverter.
5. Connect the battery cables.
Determine Battery Capacity
Battery type and battery size strongly affect the performance of the 2000W
Pure Sine Inverter. Therefore, you need to identify the type of loads your
inverter will be powering and how much you will be using them between
charges. Once you know how much power you will be using, you can
determine how much battery capacity you need. We recommend that you
purchase as much battery capacity as possible.
CAUTION: Risk of inverter damage.
The 2000W Pure Sine Inverter must only be connected to a battery that
has a nominal output of 12 V. The 2000W Pure Sine Inverter will:
• Not operate if connected to a 6 V battery
• Be damaged if connected to a 24 V battery.
Determine a Charging System
The charging system must be appropriate for your particular installation. A
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you need it and that your batteries remain in top condition. Inadequate
charging will degrade system performance and the wrong type of charger
will reduce battery life.
For a list of Battery Chargers, please call the toll-free helpline:
1-800-222-5381.
Choose a Location
CAUTION: Risk of inverter damage.
The 2000W Pure Sine Inverter contains components that tend to produce
arcs or sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not install the inverter in
compartments containing batteries or flammable materials or in locations
that require ignition-protected equipment.
CAUTION: Risk of inverter damage.
Do not install the 2000W Pure Sine Inverter in a wet environment or in any
other environment where moisture can occur and enter the inverter interior
through the ventilation openings. This unit is not intended for marine
applications.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover or obstruct the ventilation openings.
Do not install the 2000W Pure Sine Inverter in a zero-clearance
compartment. Overheating may result.

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Installation
Description
Dry Don’t allow water or other liquids to drop or
splash on the unit.
Cool
Ambient air temperature should be between
-4°F and 104°F (-20°C - 40°C) (the cooler the
better within this range).
Ventilated
Leave at least 2” (5 cm) of clearance around the
unit for airflow. Ensure that the ventilation
openings are not obstructed.
Safe
Do not operate the unit in the same
compartment as batteries or in any
compartment storing flammable liquids like
gasoline.
Close to
battery
Do not use excessive DC cable lengths: They
increase wire resistance and reduce input power.
Protected
from
battery
gases
Do not mount the inverter where it will be
exposed to gases produced by the batteries.
These gases are very corrosive and prolonged
exposure will damage the inverter.
Clean
Do not operate the unit in an area that is prone
to dirt, dust or debris. Especially important if
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Mount the inverter
1. Select an appropriate mounting location and orientation. The unit can be
oriented in any way, such as:
• Horizontally on a vertical surface or
• On or under a horizontal surface.
WARNING
DC connections should NOT point up or down.
2. Hold the inverter against the mounting surface and mark the positions
using the mounting brackets as guide.
3. Pilot-drill the four mounting holes.
4. Fasten the inverter to the mounting surface using corrosion-resistant
hardware.
Connect the Battery Cables
Important: Use of a qualified installer strongly recommended.
Because the 2000W Pure Sine Inverter has low-voltage, high-current input,
low-resistance wiring between the battery and the inverter is essential to
deliver the maximum amount of usable energy to your load.
To connect the battery cables:
Make sure the inverter is off and assemble the terminated cables
(cables with connectors).
Line up the connectors that will join the cables to the battery.
Attach the connectors of the positive and negative cables into the
cabling terminals of the inverter.
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Note: Make a secure connection. Loose connectors cause excessive
voltage drop and may cause overheated wires and melted insulation.
Note: The red terminal is positive (+) and the black terminal is negative (–).
Power connections to the 2000W Pure Sine Inverter must be positive to
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CAUTION: Risk of inverter damage due to reverse polarity.
A reverse polarity connection (positive to negative) will blow a fuse in the
inverter and may permanently damage the unit. Damage caused by a
reverse polarity connection is not covered by your warranty.
Attach the connector on the positive cable to the positive battery
terminal.
WARNING: Risk of explosion or fire.
Do not complete the next step if flammable fumes are present. Explosion
or fire may result. Thoroughly ventilate the battery compartment before
making this connection.
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Attach the connector on the negative cable to the negative battery
terminal.
Note: This is the last cable connection. You may observe a spark
when making this last connection.
Note: Make a secure connection. Loose connectors cause excessive
voltage drop and may cause overheated wires and melted insulation.
Turn on the inverter.
Check the front panel of the inverter. The digital display should show
12–13 V, depending on the voltage of the battery. If it does not, check
your battery and the connection to the inverter.
Note: This product does not include DC battery cables. DC battery
cables sold separately.
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5. OPERATION
Turning the Inverter On and Off
The power switch on the inverter’s front panel turns the control circuit in the
2000W Pure Sine Inverter on and off.
To toggle the inverter on and off from its front panel:
Press the inverter’s power switch button (for half a second) to turn on
the inverter (from off).
Press the inverter’s power switch button (for one second) to turn off
the inverter (from on).
Note: When the inverter’s power switch button is off, the inverter draws no
current from the battery.
WARNING: Risk of electrical shock.
When turned off, the unit’s power switch does not disconnect power from
the 2000W Pure Sine Inverter.
Operating Several Loads at Once
If you are going to operate several loads from the 2000W Pure Sine
Inverter, turn them on separately after you have turned the inverter on.
This will ensure that the inverter does not have to deliver the starting
current for all the loads at once.
Turning the Inverter Off Between Charges
When the power switch is on but no power is being supplied to a load, the
inverter draws less than 0.6 A from the battery. This is a low current draw.
It would take a week to discharge a 100 Ah battery at this current, so you
don’t have to worry about excessive drain on your battery if you leave the
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inverter switched on for a few days.
If you are not planning to recharge your battery within a week or so, switch
the inverter off.
Reading the Front Panel Indicators
Indicator LEDs
If the Green LED is on, it indicates that the unit is on. Under
normal operating conditions, the AC outlets and USB port have
power.
If the Red LED is on, it indicates that the consumption of the loads
which the inverter transmitting power to is under 2000 W.
If the Yellow LED is on, it indicates that the consumption of the
loads which the inverter transmitting power to is over 2000 W.
Under normal operating conditions, the digital display shows the
input voltage (in volts) and the output power (in kilowatts and
watts).
Under error or alarm conditions, the digital display shows an error
code.
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Description of LED and Digital Display Codes
LED Digital display Description
Green 13.5
LUP
Example: 13.5 V
Low voltage alarm
LUP Under voltage shutdown
OUP Over voltage shutdown
OLP Over load shutdown
OCP Over temperature shutdown
OPP Short circuit
Yellow
Red
1.00
500
Example: 1.00 Kw (1000 W)
Example: 0.5 Kw (500 W)
Restarting After an AC Output Shutdown
1.Press the unit’s power switch to turn it off.
2.Remove all AC loads or let the unit cool down for 15 minutes.
3.Press the unit’s power switch to turn it on.
Operating Limits
The 2000W Pure Sine Inverter will deliver the following power
continuously, depending on input voltage and ambient temperature.
The inverter will deliver more than 10% of its continuous power rating for
approximately five minutes. The inverter must cool down for 15 minutes
before it can resume operation above its continuous power rating.

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Power
Operating condition
Normal
Peak Performance
Low voltage alarm
Low voltage shutdown
High voltage shutdown
Unit restarts after low
voltage shutdown
11.6±0.3V The unit will not restart unless
the battery voltage is
acceptable for running the load.
11.0 V - 14.0 V
13.0 V - 14.0 V
11.0 ±0.3V
10.5 ±0.3V
Voltage is 15.5 V
or more
The unit shuts down to protect
itself from excessive input
voltage.Note: Although the
2000W Pure Sine Inverter
incorporates over-voltage
protection, it can still be
damaged if input voltage
exceeds 16 V.
The unit shuts down to
protect the battery from being
over-discharged.
The audible low battery alarm
sounds.
Voltage range Comments
1800 W
Current
8 A
Voltage
13 V DC
Temp.
Ambient 25°C (77°F)
2000
Pure
Sine
Inverter
Input Voltage
The input voltage limits are shown in the following table.