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Xantrex RS 3000 inverter

About 6 yrs ago I posted a problem with one of my RS 3000 inverters.  We got zapped in a storm and it fried one leg of one inverter.  Turns out my coach needs both legs from one and only one leg from the other so we just swapped the two inverters around so that we had what we needed.  Now I am having trouble with one of the inverters.  It gives a red fault code and the fridge loses power when this happens.  I have been able to reset it now on two occasions but I am concerned as to the cause and worried that it will happen with a full fridge.  Anyone have advice or experience?  I can not locate another Xantrex RS 3000 anywhere and I can't change just one with a different make and model.
Gerard Caswell
Eunice, LA
2006 Phenix
2011 GMC Sierra P/U 4x4

Re: Xantrex RS 3000 inverter

Reply #1 –
When you get the fault is the generator being shut off or started at that time? The 3012 replaced that model, have you checked to see if it would be compatible? Also which is giving the fault?
1999 40 ft. U-320 wtfe build 5563 Chuck & Lynda's "Rollin' Inn"  2030 watts solar
prev. mh's 71 GMC 5 yrs. 73 Pace Setter 1 yr. 78 Vogue 5 yrs 81 FTX 40ft all electric 18 yrs. 1996 Monaco Signature 3 yrs.
2014 Grand Cherokee Overland
Dream as if you will live forever. Live as if you will die today.  James Dean

Re: Xantrex RS 3000 inverter

Reply #2 –
No parts for the rs are available, you can call Eric at bio benefit energy in Costa Mesa, ca for info.

Gave him a failed rs 3000 to evaluate  for his possible purchase as a core and it had no value to him after inspecting the failed unit.
"Riding and rejoicing"
Bob
1997 U320 40' Mid entry, build 5132,  wtbi ce27, 4th owner
2007 Solara convertible
2 prodeco tech outlaw ss electric bikes

1095 watts solar
08 Ls 460 and a sc430
2000 Ford F-250 superduty 4x4

Re: Xantrex RS 3000 inverter

Reply #3 –
Quote from: craneman –
When you get the fault is the generator being shut off or started at that time? The 3012 replaced that model, have you checked to see if it would be compatible? Also which is giving the fault?
I was on shore power each time this happened.
Gerard Caswell
Eunice, LA
2006 Phenix
2011 GMC Sierra P/U 4x4

Re: Xantrex RS 3000 inverter

Reply #4 –
I have isolated what makes the inverter fault.  Anytime shore power is interupted it throws a fault.  You can then reset it.  Any thoughts?
Gerard Caswell
Eunice, LA
2006 Phenix
2011 GMC Sierra P/U 4x4

Re: Xantrex RS 3000 inverter

Reply #5 –
No parts available normally
"Riding and rejoicing"
Bob
1997 U320 40' Mid entry, build 5132,  wtbi ce27, 4th owner
2007 Solara convertible
2 prodeco tech outlaw ss electric bikes

1095 watts solar
08 Ls 460 and a sc430
2000 Ford F-250 superduty 4x4

Re: Xantrex RS 3000 inverter

Reply #6 –
Quote from: lavocat –
I have isolated what makes the inverter fault.  Anytime shore power is interupted it throws a fault.  You can then reset it.  Any thoughts?
I lived with that in my Monaco. A nuisance but I got used to it.
1999 40 ft. U-320 wtfe build 5563 Chuck & Lynda's "Rollin' Inn"  2030 watts solar
prev. mh's 71 GMC 5 yrs. 73 Pace Setter 1 yr. 78 Vogue 5 yrs 81 FTX 40ft all electric 18 yrs. 1996 Monaco Signature 3 yrs.
2014 Grand Cherokee Overland
Dream as if you will live forever. Live as if you will die today.  James Dean

Re: Xantrex RS 3000 inverter

Reply #7 –
You could call Eric at bio benefit in Costa Mesa, ca about the rs issues.  I took him one on the off chance he could fix it ot buy it.  No
"Riding and rejoicing"
Bob
1997 U320 40' Mid entry, build 5132,  wtbi ce27, 4th owner
2007 Solara convertible
2 prodeco tech outlaw ss electric bikes

1095 watts solar
08 Ls 460 and a sc430
2000 Ford F-250 superduty 4x4

Re: Xantrex RS 3000 inverter

Reply #8 –
Quote from: craneman –
I lived with that in my Monaco. A nuisance but I got used to it.
Problem is that the fridge goes out when inverter faults and if you dont catch it timely you lose everthing
Gerard Caswell
Eunice, LA
2006 Phenix
2011 GMC Sierra P/U 4x4

Re: Xantrex RS 3000 inverter

Reply #9 –
Every time I disconnected power I just reset. I had a residential fridge also. It only happened on disconnect stayed fine when it was connected.
1999 40 ft. U-320 wtfe build 5563 Chuck & Lynda's "Rollin' Inn"  2030 watts solar
prev. mh's 71 GMC 5 yrs. 73 Pace Setter 1 yr. 78 Vogue 5 yrs 81 FTX 40ft all electric 18 yrs. 1996 Monaco Signature 3 yrs.
2014 Grand Cherokee Overland
Dream as if you will live forever. Live as if you will die today.  James Dean

Re: Xantrex RS 3000 inverter

Reply #10 –
Update:  My inverter faulted while I was running the generator and would not reset.  Took a trip to Nac for them to investigate further and the inverter is toast.  Now I have to replace both inverters and they are recommending to go with Xantrex 3012's so that is what we are considering.  Any thoughts?
Gerard Caswell
Eunice, LA
2006 Phenix
2011 GMC Sierra P/U 4x4

Re: Xantrex RS 3000 inverter

Reply #11 –
You would probably have to change some wiring and remotes, but the Magnum and Victron inverter/chargers appear to be better made and more versatile than the Xantrex.
Jim C.
coachfree, previous 1997, 1999, 2000, and 2003 Foretravels.

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Reply #12 –
I am using the 3012 it was a direct swap used the same cables. Having no issues 18 mo.

Edit: I bought mine with the monitor, it is different than the 3000 but uses the same cable.
1999 40 ft. U-320 wtfe build 5563 Chuck & Lynda's "Rollin' Inn"  2030 watts solar
prev. mh's 71 GMC 5 yrs. 73 Pace Setter 1 yr. 78 Vogue 5 yrs 81 FTX 40ft all electric 18 yrs. 1996 Monaco Signature 3 yrs.
2014 Grand Cherokee Overland
Dream as if you will live forever. Live as if you will die today.  James Dean

Re: Xantrex RS 3000 inverter

Reply #13 –
+1 on victron
Tim Fiedler    2025 LTV Unity MBL on Order
2000 Chevy Tracker 2 Door Convertible 4WD Now lifted 4.5"
1985 Citroen 2CV6 Charleston
Murphy Rebel on wheels with 175HP Titan
Cessna P337
1980 48' Westport MY (!/4 Share)

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Reply #14 –
Love mine

+2 victron
 

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Reply #15 –
I installed the 3012 when my 2000 went out. Easy swap out and did it myself. 3012 has been good for several years now.
Previous coach - 2007 Phenix 45'