Bought a van with some stuff in it. Don’t know what it is

[dovid1365]

I just bought a van and it has some thick gauges red and black wire going through it to some sort of switch and then off to some sort of battery or inverter and then Onto the back of the van. Am wondering what it is. Maybe I will be able to use it to charge my peer tool batteries on the go

First image is about midway in the cargo area. There is this big box thing, with some low voltage and high voltage wires coming off of it. The low voltage wires have a switch in the circuit beofre the wires go on.
Second photo is some sort of switch in the step right in the side doors right behind the passengers seat and then there is a seat of taped over thick wires in the back of the van as well

 

[Dellmassive]

looks like a XANTRAX 240vac inverter to me. and a power switch for it.


does it have a 3pin socket on the front.







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[dovid1365]

Where am I looking for this 3 pin socket?

 

[Dellmassive]

it looks like that model would have a hard wired 240v connection to a plug socket in the van.

and not a socket on the front....




is there a model number on it?

to see what power it is? . . . .

 

[dovid1365]

I realise what you mean by 3 prong socket. Yes it has what looks like a gfci receptacle on the top of it

 

[dovid1365]

it says xantrex pro xm1800

 

[Dellmassive]

Xantrex Xm1800 Pro Series Inverter​

PRO Series Inverters

Performance inverters designed for RVs and boats

Designed for RV and marine electrical systems that already have a battery charger or generator installed, Xantrex PRO Inverters deliver modified sine wave power for small appliances, TVs, and other onboard electronics from a battery bank.

Description

The Xantrex PRO Series Inverters are the perfect complement to generators when shore power is unavailable, to quietly and efficiently provide household power when needed. The PRO Series design is both user friendly and versatile. These inverters feature a detachable, digital remote control to display precise inverter, AC source and battery status information from one convenient location. A built-in transfer switch automatically detects when generator or shore power status changes to ensure power is always available.

The 1800W is designed for demanding RV and marine conditions. They meet FCC Class B regulations to eliminate interference potential with other electronics, while UL 458 certification means they meet strict RV and marine safety standards. Versatile enough to be mounted either horizontally or vertically, these inverters can be easily installed to fit into any compartment. Conformal coated boards also minimize the chance of problems from moist operating conditions.

Performance Features

• Inverter easily powers TVs, small appliances, and other electronics
• Built-in 15A circuit breaker to protect GFCI connected loads
• Up to 25A pass through for hardwired loads
• Digital remote control displays power output, AC source and battery voltage
• Detachable remote control can be mounted wherever convenient
• Conformal coated electronics provide moisture resistance
• Designed to be hard-wired using a terminal strip or by connecting AC through a GFCI receptacle (included)

Protection Features

• Battery over-voltage and under-voltage protection
• Over temperature shutdown
• Automatic overload protection
• Short-circuit protection
• Ground fault protection

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Diisononyl Phthalate (DINP) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and Di-isodecyl Phthalate (DIDP) which is known to the State of California to cause reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.



Manufacturer Part Number: 806-1810






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Manufacturer Part Number:	806-1810
Specifications:	DC Connection Type = Hardwire GFCI = Yes Inverter Input Voltage = 12v Outlet Qty = 1 Duplex GFCI Inverter Surge Rating = 3600w Waveform = Modified Sine Wave Inverter Output Voltage = 120v AC Connection Type = Hardwire Inverter Cont. Output Wattage = 1800w

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Xantrex XM1800 Pro Series Inverter #806-1810

• 1000/1800W inverter easily powers TVs, small appliances, and other electronics
• Built-in 15A circuit breaker to protect GFCI connected loads
• Up to 15A/20A pass through for hardwired loads for XM1000/ XM1800 respectively
• Digital remote control displays power output, AC source and battery voltage
• Detachable remote control can be mounted wherever convenient

 

[dovid1365]

I was able to get this much from googling. Wondering what all the other switches and wires around are… and how the entire circuit was designed to worm

 

[dovid1365]

This part I was able to google. It’s the switch before it at the step up and the thick gauges wires taped over near that switch at the passengers eat and in the back of the car that are around the system that i can’t understand

 

[Pete C]

Just realised the OP is in the USA, so talk of a 3 pin socket could be confusing. That inverter outputs 110v, not our usual UK 240v.

However the principles of operation and connection should be the same.

Pete

 

[Dellmassive]

Inverter use is fairly simple.

Fat red and black cable goes directly to battery via a fuse.

Looks like via that switch in your case.

When switched on you will get 110vac,.....

It also looks like they have tapped a +12v feed off the red pos to feed those black finned units...... Are they lights maybe?..

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Also looks like the main feeds have been cut.


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You can download the installer guide for the newer version of the PRO unit on the xantrax website.

Are you planning to remove it all?

 

[dovid1365]

I’m not sure if I will remove it or not. Since it’s there, I may try to use it for charging my power tool batteries. (It’s a cargo work van)
The fin things are lights and I think that little switch is to turn them on and off.

I’ll look at the manual. It’s strange though cause the switch at the step up is in the diff position but the inverter has power and there are taped off wires right there, at the front of the van and the back of the van. I probably need to track dow where each set of wires goes. Seems all the black template on the female for ground but then the spaghetti of other wires…

 

[Dellmassive]

Sounds good.

Are you in the USA now then?

We don't see many vans in the states.


Post some pics of you van and your area.... It would be great to see.