Xantrex Technology 1500 Portable Generator User Manual


 
1–1
1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing XPower 1500 Portable Household Power, the
1500-watt electronic generator that’s portable and rechargeable. Designed
for both indoor and outdoor use, XPower 1500™ can run a wide range of
electrical products – from power tools to entertainment equipment, and
even refrigerators. XPower 1500’s rugged, cart-like design gives you go-
anywhere AC power and its “plug-in-and-forget” charging system keeps
it fully charged and ready for use any time the power goes out. With an
optional set of jump-start cables, XPower 1500 can even start a vehicle or
boat.
Read this guide before using XPower 1500 and save it for future
reference.
Be sure to charge XPower 1500 immediately after purchase (see
“Recharging XPower 1500” on page 2–16). XPower 1500’s “plug-in-and-
forget” charging system can be left permanently plugged into a wall outlet
to keep its battery pack fully charged and ready for use.
Topics Covered in the Guide
How to use XPower 1500 as a source of 115-volt AC power to run
household or workplace products.
How to use XPower 1500 as a source of 12-volt DC power to run
typical auto or marine accessories.
How to use XPower 1500 to jump-start a vehicle.
How to recharge XPower 1500’s internal battery pack.
How to connect an external battery to XPower 1500.