FX Series Installation Manual
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1. 9 292099 NI INVERTER D 12V RELAY ON OFF NO AUX O NC COM U AUX XCT XCT Most 12V relays will work for generator starting Select one between 2 and 30 amp contacts 34 MOBILE FX INFORMATION When a Mobile system has the option of using either an onboard generator or the utility grid or shore power see next diagram as their AC input Both the AC Hot AC Neutral lines must be connected to the appropriate source A connection can be made using a double pole double throw switch currently unavailable from OutBack but available from electrical component suppliers which has one connection each for AC hot and AC neutral e This switch must be rated to handle the system s maximum AC voltage and AC current NEUTRAL GROUND BOND Mobile FX 5 D 5 Double Pole Double Throw Switch G Neutral Ground Switching Contact The Mobile AC input consists of a Hot H Neutral and Neu Ground Bond The Mobile FX has an internal Ground Switching Contact that will open when it connects to an AC input 35 36 INSTALLATION CHECK LIST ITEM All manuals read and reviewed Did the installer use OutBack recommended wire type and gauge adjusted for temperature2. 5 2 2 5 4 e 2 9 2 T lt lt x z w oj a E ji e a FF 5 520 3 975 E E SOURCE SERIES or SERIES PARALLEL DUAL FX CONFIGURATION e This system can continuously power between 4 0kW and 7 2kW of loads depending on which model is used All non Mobile FX AC wiring must handle 60AAC or more e A Mobile FX requires 30A input breakers NOTE Stacking FXs in series parallel means there are FXs directly connected to two separate 120VAC output legs These legs produce 240VAC between them the series portion This allows all of the FXs to power either of the 120VAC output legs the parallel portion Series parallel stacking requires an FW X240 Auto Transformer and must use OutBack stacking programming When the FXs connected in series for 120 240 VAC the FW X240 Auto Transformer can be connected to the AC output both FXs are then available on either 120VAC output circuit This allows higher efficiency and better performance as heavy 120VAC loads are powered by both FXs The FW X240 Auto Transformer also allows the Master to power loads on either 120VAC output circuit with the Slave FX off reducing idle power consumption and improving system efficiency The Slave FX must be programmed through the MATE as a Classic Slave series stacking no FW X240 Auto Transformer or as OB Slave L2 series parallel stacking FW X240 include
3. 7 3 EE AWG Wire Sizes NOTE These sizes represent the conductor only without any insulation gt 0000 0 Size 14 12 10 8 6 4 3 2 1 1 0 Diameter 073 080 115 146 184 235 281 295 335 380 inches Size 2 0 3 0 4 0 250 300 MCM 350 400 500 Diameter 420 475 530 580 635 690 730 820 inches Recommended Wire Sizes by Length FX Model Typical DC NEC AMPS 1 3 one way 3 5 oneway 5 10 one way AMPS 4 0 FX2524T 104 130 2 0 GTFX252 104 130 PP FX3048T 63 78 ESP vesta 233 Mo VFX3524 146 182 CNN LN I VFX3648 Ewa o qn e e qe MAINTENANCE If damaged or malfunctioning the FX should be repaired by a qualified user installer or service center following OutBack Power Systems instructions and guidelines Please contact your energy dealer for assistance Incorrect repairs and or reassembly risks malfunction electric shock or fire For routine user approved maintenance Disconnect all circuit breakers and related electrical connections before doing any cleaning or adjustments Solar modules may produce hazardous voltages when exposed to light cover them with opaque material before servicing any connected equipment or service at night Ifa remote or automatic generator start system is used disable the automatic starting circuit and or disconnect the generator from its star
4. 45 46 RATED DC INPUT CURRENT NOTE This is the maximum continuous DC current that the FX will draw from the batteries when inverting FX2012MT 190ADC ADC Amps DC FX2524MT 95ADC FX2532MT 90ADC FX3048T 60ADC VFX2812M 265ADC VFX3524M 170ADC VFX3232M 115ADC VFX3648 85ADC AC INPUT OPERATING VOLTAGE RANGE NOTE This is the recommended AC input voltage range to be supplied to the FX Voltages outside of this range may damage AC loads connected to the FXs AC output terminals FX Series Inverter Chargers 90 150VAC VAC volts AC MAXIMUM AC INPUT CURRENT An AC input source connected to the FX supplies power for two separate internal AC circuits the AC transfer switch and the battery charging system The AC transfer switch transfers the AC input power to the AC loads The 5 battery charger will back off if the total AC loads including the charger exceed the AC input current limit default setting is 28AAC This Input Limit can be adjusted using the MATE to avoid overloading a generator or trip a circuit breaker If your generator cannot produce 28AAC or you are connecting to an AC input source that has a breaker that is rated for less than 30AAC please refer to the FX and VFX Series Inverter Charger Programming Manual to change this setting All Mobile FXs 30AAC per FX Amps AC All 120VAC FXs 60AAC per FX Amps AC MAXIMUM CURRENT FOR BATTERY CHARGER Due to he
5. lt lt N lt N lt 0 0 hours 0 0 hours 0 0 hours 0 cycles 40 80V 130V lt MAXIMUM 6V 7V V V V 6V 24 0 hours 240 cycles 50 115V Gen Alert OFF Delay Vent Fan OFF 19 ay wo hm 7 lm T_T Kmeeme saws Mobile Non Mobile U S Grid Tie Gen Input Settings Non Mobile U S Grid Tie Set VAC 48 Am 50 Am 28 Am 48 Am 50 Am 120V 230V Export 110V GT 210V Export 105V Off Grid and Mobile FX Default Values subject to change with FX upgrades elay 240 min 240 min 30 mi 115V 5 14 125V 240V Export 4 gt 5 un 0 gt Y gt N gt E gt gt OO 5 2 N gt 8 n 0 gt Y gt N gt o E z gt y a gt N us CN gt 5 n gt Y gt N gt E 2 gt Y a gt 5 5 2 U oO LL c 5 9 49 50 WIRE SIZES The following chart contains information on wire sizes the DC resistance of the wires and the corresponding diameters and areas of these wires This information can be used to calculate the voltage drop of the wires or to find an equivalent wire size DC CROSS SECTIONAL AREA AWG Resistance in Ohms 1000 feet MILLIMETERS 526 n
6. AUX The Auxiliary output system uses the AUX and AUX terminals It is programmed through the MATE to do a variety of tasks The default use for these terminals drives the OutBack FX Turbo Kit or DC12 FAN fan for external cooling NOTE These terminals should not be connected to any type of DC load greater than 0 7 amps FX includes internal electronic over current protection for the AUX 12VDC output circuit which auto resets if it is short circuited No additional fuses are required For automatic or advanced generator start functions the Auxiliary Output can drive a 12V automo tive relay for the two wire starting circuitry of a generator OutBack recommends a good quality gold plated relay NOTE 1 The FLEXnet DC comes with an internal relay for this use 2 OutBack Power Systems does not support three wire start generators however a three wire to two wire conversion kit is available from an electronic control manufacturer such as Atkinson Electronics www atkinson com 3 Either the MATE or the FLEXnet DC can be programmed for Auto GenStart please refer to component manuals for more information XCT XCT These terminals are not operational at this time 23 RTS MATE HUB WIRING RJ 11 modular jack connects the RTS the external battery temperature sensor Ciut Back RJ 45 jack is used for external communications Power Systems RJ 11 modular jack connects RTS the optional ext
7. Box lug for grounding the FX chassis FX PARTS AND ACCESSORIES AC CONDUIT PLATE BATTERY TERMINAL COVERS AC conduit connects to the AC Con The caps are made of stiff plastic with a snap on duit Plate for installations which do design remove them carefully using a flat blade not utilize an optional FW ACA screwdriver inserted into the slots on the sides of each cover DC conduit be required for exposed installations The DCA cover option see below allows conduit connection Always keep the battery terminal covers installed DCC DC COMPARTMENT COVER Covers the DC terminal area and provides space to mount other components such as a DC current shunt be used with or without the DCA This is an optional accessory FW ACA AC CONDUIT ADAPTER Extends the AC wiring compartment Connects to OutBack s FLEXware enclosures Protects and secures flexible cable with strain relief Houses the FLEXware Surge Protector Knockouts are intended for cables strain relief This is an optional accessory TURBO FAN COVER included in place of a DCC on sealed FXs DCA DC CONDUIT ADAPTER Allows the connection of two inch TSC Trade Size lt Conduit to the FX Connects to OutBack s FLEXware enclosures NOTE A GTFX requires an OutBack FLEXware Surge Protector per the UL 1741 listing 10 20 955 cm 8 25 41 275 16 25 e Insert appropriate
8. 32VDC 120VAC 60 HZ 3200VA 26 6 Amps AC 4 VFX3524M Nominal DC Input Voltage Range Nominal AC Voltage Frequency tinuous Power Rating at 25C Ambient tinuous AC RMS Output at 25 C Idle Power Full AC Output Idle Power Search Mode Typical Efficiency Harmonic Distortion Typical Output Voltage Regulation Maximum Output Current Peak 1 mSec imum Output Current RMS 100 mSec AC Overload Capability Surge AC Overload Capability 5 Second AC Overload Capability 30 Minutes AC Input Current Maximum AC Input Voltage Range put Frequency Range t Range t Current Rated Power inuous Battery Charger Output FX2532MT inal DC Input Voltage Range inal AC Voltage Frequency Continuous Power Rating at 25C Ambient Continuous AC RMS Output at 25 Idle Power Full AC Output Idle Power Search Mode Typical Efficiency Total Harmonic Distortion Typical Output Voltage Regulation Maximum Output Current Peak 1 mSec Maximum Output Current RMS 100 mSec AC Overload Capability Surge AC Overload Capability 5 Second AC Overload Capability 30 Minutes AC Input Current Maximum nput Voltage Range 24VDC 120VAC 60 HZ 3500VA 20 0 Amps AC 20 Watts DC 2 6 Watts DC 92 2 2 70 amps AC 50 amps AC 6000VA 5000VA 4000VA 30 Amps AC 80 to 150VAC 54 0 to 66 0 Hz 21 0 to 34 0 VDC 175 Amps DC 85 Amps D
9. 80 to 150VAC 58 0 to 62 0 Hz 42 0 to 68 0 VDC 75 Amps DC 35 Amps DC 12VDC 120VAC 60 HZ 2800VA 23 3 Amps AC 20 Watts DC 2 6 Watts DC 90 2 2 56 amps AC 40 amps AC 4800VA 4000VA 3200VA 60 Amps AC 80 to 150VAC 40 VFX3524 Nominal DC Input Voltage Range 24VDC Nominal AC Voltage Frequency 120VAC 60 HZ Continuous Power Rating at 25C Ambient 3500VA Continuous AC RMS Output at 25 C 29 2 Amps AC Total Harmonic Distortion Typical Output Voltage Regulation imum Output Current Peak 1 mSec imum Output Current RMS 100 mSec AC Input Current Maximum DC Input Current Rated Power Continuous Battery Charger Output VFX3648 Nominal DC Input Voltage Range 48VDC Nominal AC Voltage Frequency 120VAC 60 HZ Continuous Power Rating at 25C Ambient 3600VA Continuous AC RMS Output at 25 30 0 Amps AC 42 VFX2812M Nominal DC Input Voltage Range Nominal AC Voltage Frequency Continuous Power Rating at 25C Ambient Continuous AC RMS Output at 25 C AC Input Voltage Range VFX3232M Nominal DC Input Voltage Range Nominal AC Voltage Frequency Continuous Power Rating at 25C Ambient Continuous AC RMS Output at 25 C Idle Power Full AC Output Idle Power Search Mode Maximum Output Current Peak 1 mSec Maximum Output Current RMS 100 mSec 12VDC 120VAC 60 HZ 2800VA 23 3 Amps AC
10. Back Power Systems So NEUTRAL OUT AC NEUTRAL IN Connects the AC neutral input conductor to the AC NEUTRAL IN terminal Connects the AC neutral output conductor NEON S to the AC NEUTRAL OUT terminal These terminals are common in the Mobile CHASSIS GROUND e FX only when an AC source is applied mame The NEUTRAL IN and NEUTRAL OUT Y conductors should not be common connected any way prior to connection AC NEUTRAL IN 0 with Mobile FX gt AC HOT IN e CHASSIS GROUND Connects both the AC input and AC output ground conductors to the CHASSIS GROUND and NEU GROUND BOND terminals If there is only one Mobile FX in the system leave the copper bus provided installed between the CHASSIS GROUND and NEU GROUND BOND terminals If there is more than one Mobile FX in the system remove the copper bus from every Slave FX ON OFF e 9 n 8 z INVERTER BATTERY TEMP MATE HUB AC HOT IN The AC hot input conductor black must be supplied through a 30 amp maximum AC branch rated circuit breaker and connected to the AC HOT IN 10 AWG 102 or 2 59 mm wire is required for the AC transfer switch LOW VOLTAGE WIRING This six position terminal block can be unplugged to make wiring easier and to simplify the removal and reinstallation of an FX It must be securely and completely plugged in for proper FX functioning
11. LNO LOH OV ALVA ENH AAVIS Hd 31VIN 181 89 860 ENH SIYM GROUND TBB SYIMVIYA 1NdNI 09 AC INPUT PH1 BLACK TBB AC INPUT PH2 RED TBB AC INPUT PH3 BLUE TBB AC INPUT FROM UTILITY GRID OR GENERATOR Three Phase System 32 LN3NdINDI FALLYOINNNNOO ADVALNO H3H LO HILYIANI SNINISINOO N3HM SI 1148 H31H3ANI FTONIS HOS Q3Q33N LON ENH AC OUT HOT LEG 1 S 199 ILYN L2 89498601l 151 anH 1 91 0 06 100 WHYLNAN OV aNnou9 3LIHM MOOTYALNI TWOINVHOAWN Movig SSVdAg 08 100 WHLNAN OV SISSVHO NI TWHLNAN OV NI LOH OV 0 4 yovig 1 0 LOH OV T_ 31VIN ENH YILYHINNI dINVOE NI IVYLNIN OV N3349 AC IN HOT LEG 1 Mobile Single FX Series Inverter Charger 33 GENERATOR AUTO START The following schematic shows how to hook up a relay that interfaces with the two wire start generator Three wire start generators require an adapter like the Atkinson GSCM available at www atkinsonelectronics com TWO WIRE START e GENERATOR D HOOK UP GENERATOR 0
12. Otherwise operational errors can occur Control Wiring Terminal Block 12VDC at 0 7 amps 8 4 w is available at the AUX AUX terminals A switch can be wired to the INVERTER and ON OFF terminals to manually control the FX XCT XCT are not operational INVERTER and ON OFF Ciut Back Power Systems AC HOT OUT AC NEUTRAL OUT CHASSIS GROUND PE CHASSIS GROUND PE AC NEUTRAL IN AC HOT IN 5 z ce gt z INVERTER BATTERY TEMP MATE HUB Replacing the pre installed jumper connecting the ON OFF terminals with a switch allows manual control of the FX When a jumper is installed in either location the inverter will be ON When a switch is installed the inverter is ON when the switch is closed and OFF when the switch is open INVERTER ON OFF 14 Control Wiring Terminal Block side view Prior to installing an ON OFF switch if the AC output is off check that the jumper is present and well connected before installing a switch You want to confirm the system is in good working order Should you decide to install an OutBack MATE at a later date bear in mind the installed switch overrides the control provided by the MATE if the switch is set to OFF If the switch is set to ON the MATE will function normally and control the inverter s When a system is ordered with a MATE the MATE handles all FX ON OFF functions AUXILIARY OUTPUT AUX
13. TERMINAL CD 99 SERIES STRING 1 SERIES STRING 2 A SERIES STRING 2 CONNECTS TO INVERTER CHARGER S NEGATIVE TERMINAL DC DISCONNECT FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER 48 VOLT INVERTER CHARGER SERIES PARALLEL 48 VOLT FX 19 20 WIRING NOTES FOR THE NON MOBILE FX AC HOT OUT AC hot output conductor black wire gauge must be sized to the breakers and Out Back loads AC NEUTRAL OUT AC NEUTRAL IN Both neutral terminals are common with AC NEUTRAL OUT each other within the FX Only one neutral needs to connect at the terminal if a separate common neutral bus bar is installed CHASSIS GROUND PE CHASSIS GROUND AC NEUTRAL IN Both CHASSIS GROUND terminals common within the FX AC HOT IN AC input and AC output ground wires can connect to these terminals or one can be connected if a common ground bus EN bar is installed 1866868 AC HOT IN 2 5 The AC hot input conductor black must be supplied through 60 maximum BATTERY TEMP MATE HUB AC branch rated circuit breaker 6 AWG 184 or 4 11 mm wire is recommended for the 5 AC transfer relay AC WIRING NOTES FOR THE MOBILE AC HOT OUT Supplies the AC hot output conductors through a 30 amp maximum AC branch rated circuit breaker using 10 AWG 102 or 2 59 mm wire and connect to the AC
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15. 50 amps AC 6000VA 4800VA 3200VA 30 Amps AC 80 to 150VAC 54 0 to 66 0 Hz 21 0 to 34 0 VDC 125 Amps DC 55 Amps DC 12VDC 120VAC 60 HZ 2000VA 17 0Amps AC 20 Watts DC 2 6 Watts DC 90 2 2 56 amps AC 40 amps AC 4800VA 4000VA 2500VA 30 Amps AC 80 to 150VAC nput Frequency Range 54 0 to 66 0 Hz DC Input Range 10 5 to 17 0 VDC DC Input Current Rated Power 200 Amps DC Continuous Battery Charger Output 100 Amps DC RATINGS NOMINAL AC OUTPUT VOLTAGE OF AN FX SYSTEM Single Phase 120VAC at 60 Hz Series Stacked 120VAC at 60 Hz per AC output leg 240 VAC at 60Hz between the AC output legs Parallel Stacked 120 VAC at 60 Hz on one AC output leg Three Phase Stacked 120 VAC at 60 Hz per AC output leg limit three 208VAC at 60 Hz between AC output legs RECOMMENDED FX DC VOLTAGE RANGE NOTE The last two digits in the model number designate the nominal DC voltage Example FX2024MT 24V DC Voltage 12V Systems 11 16VDC VDC volts DC 24V Systems 22 32VDC 32V Systems 29 43VDC 48V Systems 44 64VDC MAXIMUM DC INPUT CURRENT NOTE This is the maximum DC current the FX will draw from the battery when starting very large AC loads It is not used for sizing the DC disconnect or selecting DC cable gauge It is used to select the minimum reasonable battery capacity 12V FXs 600ADC per FX ADC amps DC 24V FXs 300ADC per FX 32V FXs 225ADC per FX 48V FXs 150ADC per FX
16. OV NI LOH OV 5 2 lt 1 LOH Ov ay 200 31vW 8nH AAV IS m Q Oo INANI dau INV 09 lt SISSVHO NI IVYLNIN OV NI LOH OV puC KE 1nO LOH OV LZ e 31vW enH JAV IS 6 INANI 5 MOVIE 09 y O gt Q MOVIE m Ox TS a _ _ zn Zi _ _ z DE v _1r _ H 1 _ _ _ _ REY SSVdAd dlAV 09 AC INPUT FROM UTILITY GRID OR GENERATOR Series Parallel Using Four FXs 30 3 PHASE FX SYSTEM This system produces 120VAC per phase and 208VAC from phase to phase There can only be one FX per phase on a 3 phase system The non Mobile AC wiring from the AC source and to the AC loads must handle 60 amps All other non Mobile AC wiring must handle a capacity of 60 amps AC Mobile must handle 30 amps This system can power continuously up to 10 8kW of loads dependi
17. Power Full AC Output 20 Watts DC Idle Power Search Mode 2 6 Watts DC Continuous Battery Charger Output 55 Amps DC 39 GTFX3048T Nominal DC Input Voltage Range 48VDC 120VAC 60 HZ 3000VA 25 0 Amps AC Nominal AC Voltage Frequency tinuous Power Rating at 25C Ambient tinuous AC RMS Output at 25 20 Watts DC 2 6 Watts DC Typical Efficiency 92 Idle Power Full AC Output Idle Power Search Mode Harmonic Distortion Typical 2 Output Voltage Regulation 2 70 amps AC 50 amps AC 6000VA 4800VA Maximum Output Current Peak 1 mSec imum Output Current RMS 100 mSec AC Overload Capability Surge AC Overload Capability 5 Second AC Overload Capability 30 Minutes AC Input Current Maximum AC Input Voltage Range Conti Contin put Frequency Range t Range t Current Rated Power inuous Battery Charger Output inal DC Input Voltage Range inal AC Voltage Frequency uous Power Rating at 25C Ambient uous AC RMS Output at 25 C Idle Power Full AC Output Idle Power Search Mode Typical Efficiency Total Harmonic Distortion Typical Output Voltage Regulation Maximum Output Current Peak 1 mSec Maximum Output Current RMS 100 mSec AC Overload Capability Surge AC Overload Capability 5 Second AC Overload Capability 30 Minutes AC Inp AC Inp t Current Maximum t Voltage Range 3200VA 60 Amps AC
18. collectively handle 120 amps AC or more All other AC wiring must handle a capacity of 60 amps AC Mobile FX AC wiring must handle 30 amps e This system can continuously power up to 14 4kW of loads depending on which model is used Connecting more power than the continuous rating of the FX may cause breakers to trip or the FX to shut off its AC output AHUB MATE and FW X240 must be connected to successfully stack these FXs in series parallel NOTES Program the lowest installed FX as the Master 1 2ph MASTER the first Slave as an Outback 11 Slave OB Slave L1 and the second and third Slaves as OutBack L2 Slaves OB SLAVE L2 as shown in the MATE Users Manual An FW X240 Auto Transformer must be used when three or more FXs are series stacked When the FXs are connected in series for 120 240VAC the FW X240 Auto Transformer can be connected to the two AC output legs to provide all FX capacity to either of the 120VAC output circuits This allows higher efficiency and better performance as heavy 120VAC loads are powered by all the FXs gt The FW X240 Auto Transformer also allows the Master to power loads on either of the 120VAC output circuits with the Slave off This reduces the idle power consumption and improves the system efficiency Grid Tie FXs cannot be used with this configuration PARALLELED QUAD FX SYSTEM All AC wiring from the AC source and to the AC loads must collectively handle 200 amps
19. of three ways Series voltage increases amperage stays the same as a single battery Parallel voltage stays the same as a single battery amperage increases Series Parallel both voltage and amperage increase a 72 1 lt lt 1 lt amp 92 12V 200 Amp Hours 12V 200 Amp Hours 12V 200 Amp Hours 12V 200 Amp Hours Two strings of batteries in series are connected in parallel The voltage increases to 48V and the amp hours increase to 400 Stud Never install extra washers between the terminal mounting surface and the battery cable lug the connection must be direct and Lock Washer Battery Cable Lug lo secure dE Always install breakers or fuses within the positive battery cable lt _ Insulator Torque 2 0 67 4 mm 4 0 107 mm or larger code approved cables rated 75 C or higher to 60 inch pounds 6 77Nm 13 6V Battery Wiring Examples DC DISCONNECT FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER SERIES 12 VOLT FX 12 VOLT INVERTER CHARGER SERIES STRING 1 CONNECTS TO SERIES STRING 1 INVERTER CHARGER S POSITIVE TERMINAL DC DISCONNECT FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER SERIES PARALLEL 12 VOLT FX 12 VOLT INVERTER CHARGER 14 DC DISCONNECT FUSE OR CIRCUIT BRE
20. warranty certificate in the original Product shipping container s or packaging providing equivalent protection and mark the outside clearly with the RMA number The sender must prepay all shipping charges and insure the shipment or accept the risk of loss or damage during shipment OutBack is not responsible for shipping damage caused by improperly packaged Products the repairs this damage might require or the costs of these repairs If upon receipt of the Product OutBack determines the Product is defective and that the defect is covered under the terms of this Warranty OutBack will then and only then ship a repaired or replacement Product to the purchaser freight prepaid non expedited using a carrier of OutBack s choice within the continental United States where applicable Shipments to other locations will be made freight collect The warranty period of any repaired or replacement Product is twelve 12 months from the date of shipment from OutBack or the remainder of the initial warranty term which ever is greater THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANT Y APPLICABLE TO OUTBACK PRODUCTS OUTBACK EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ITS PRODUCTS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OUTBACK ALSO EXPRESSLY LIMITS ITS LIABILITY IN THE EVENT OF A PRODUCT DEFECT TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRAN
21. AKER SERIES STRING 1 CONNECTS TO INVERTER CHARGER S POSITIVE TERMINAL DC DISCONNECT FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER 24 VOLT INVERTER CHARGER SERIES STRING 1 SERIES STRING 2 24 VOLT INVERTER CHARGER SERIES 24 VOLT FX SERIES STRING 2 CONNECTS TO INVERTER CHARGER S NEGATIVE TERMINAL SERIES PARALLEL 24 VOLT FX 15 16 Oo AO A DN E E DC DISCONNECT FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER gt SERIES 48 VOLT FX 48 VOLT INVERTER CHARGER 12V Battery Wiring Examples DC DISCONNECT FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER Cry 24 VOLT INVERTER CHARGER DC DISCONNECT FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER 12 VOLT INVERTER CHARGER SERIES 24 VOLT FX PARALLEL 1 2VOLT FX 17 Cr DC DISCONNECT FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER 48 VOLT INVERTER CHARGER SERIES 48 VOLT FX SERIES STRING 1 CONNECTS SERIES STRING 1 INVERTER CHARGER S POSITIVE TERMINAL SERIES STRING 2 DC DISCONNECT FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER SERIES PARALLEL 24 VOLT FX 24 VOLT INVERTER CHARGER 18 SERIES STRING 1 CONNECTS TO INVERTER CHARGER S POSITIVE
22. Back OutBack s liability for any defective Product s or any Product s part shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the Product s at OutBack discretion OutBack does not warrant or guarantee workmanship performed by any person or firm installing its Product s This Warranty does not cover the costs of installation removal shipping except as described below or reinstallation of Product s Revision 2008 04 01 To request warranty service you must contact OutBack Technical Services at 360 435 6030 or support outbackpower com within the effective warranty period OutBack Technical Support will attempt to troubleshoot the product and validate that the failure is product related If warranty service is required OutBack will issue a Return Material Authorization RMA number A request for RMA number requires all of the following information 1 Proof of purchase in the form of a copy of the original Product s purchase invoice or receipt confirming the Product s model number and serial number 2 Description of the problem and 3 Shipping address for the repaired or replacement equipment After receiving the RMA number pack the Product s authorized for return along with a copy of the original purchase invoice in the original Product s shipping container s or packaging providing equivalent protection and mark the outside clearly with the RMA number The sender must prepay all shipping charges to the agreed upon O
23. C 32VDC 120VAC 60 HZ 2500VA 20 8 Amps AC 21 Watts DC 2 6 Watts DC 92 2 2 56 amps AC 40 amps AC 4800VA 4000VA 2500VA 30 Amps AC 80 to 150VAC 43 2524 Nominal DC Input Voltage Range Nominal AC Voltage Frequency tinuous Power Rating at 25C Ambient tinuous AC RMS Output at 25 C Idle Power Full AC Output Idle Power Search Mode Typical Efficiency Harmonic Distortion Typical Output Voltage Regulation Maximum Output Current Peak 1 mSec imum Output Current RMS 100 mSec AC Overload Capability Surge AC Overload Capability 5 Second AC Overload Capability 30 Minutes AC Input Current Maximum AC Input Voltage Range put Frequency Range t Range t Current Rated Power inuous Battery Charger Output FX2012MT inal DC Input Voltage Range inal AC Voltage Frequency Continuous Power Rating at 25C Ambient Continuous AC RMS Output at 25 Idle Power Full AC Output Idle Power Search Mode Typical Efficiency Total Harmonic Distortion Typical Output Voltage Regulation Maximum Output Current Peak 1 mSec Maximum Output Current RMS 100 mSec AC Overload Capability Surge AC Overload Capability 5 Second AC Overload Capability 30 Minutes AC Input Current Maximum nput Voltage Range 24VDC 120VAC 60 HZ 2500VA 20 8 Amps AC 20 Watts DC 2 6 Watts DC 92 2 2 70 amps AC
24. Ciut Back Power Systems FX SERIES INVERTER CHARGER VFX GTFX GVFX MOBILE Installation Manual Warranty Introduction Dear OutBack Customer Thank you for your purchase of OutBack products We make every effort to assure our power conversion products will give you long and reliable service for your renewable energy system As with any manufactured device repairs might be needed due to damage inappropriate use or unintentional defect Please note the following guidelines regarding warranty service of OutBack products Any and all warranty repairs must conform to the terms of the warranty All OutBack equipment must be installed according to their accompanying instructions and manuals with specified over current protection in order to maintain their warranties The customer must return the component s to OutBack securely packaged properly addressed and shipping paid We recommend insuring your package when shipping Packages that are not securely packaged can sustain additional damage not covered by the warranty or can void warranty repairs e There is no allowance or reimbursement for an installer s or user s labor or travel time required to disconnect service or reinstall the damaged component s OutBack will ship the repaired or replacement component s prepaid to addresses in the continental United States where applicable Shipments outside the U S will be sent freight collect In the event of a product mal
25. DC Input Current Rated Power 75 Amps DC ti nuous Battery Charger Output 35 Amps DC GVFX3524 Nomi Nom Conti inuous AC RMS Output at 25 C 29 2 Amps AC Cont al DC Input Voltage Range 24VDC inal AC Voltage Frequency 120VAC 60 HZ nuous Power Rating at 25C Ambient 3500VA Idle Power Full AC Output 20 Watts DC Idle Power Search Mode 2 6 Watts DC Continuous Battery Charger Output 85 Amps DC GVFX3648T Nominal DC Input Voltage Range 48VDC Nominal AC Voltage Frequency 120VAC 60 HZ Con Con tinuous Power Rating at 25C Ambient 3600VA tinuous AC RMS Output at 25 30 0 Amps AC Idle Power Full AC Output 20 Watts DC Idle Power Search Mode 2 6 Watts DC Tota Outp imum Output Current Peak 1 mSec 70 amps AC imum Output Current RMS 100 mSec 50 amps AC AC Overload Capability Surge 6000VA AC Overload Capability 5 Second 5000VA AC Overload Capability 30 Minutes 4000VA AC In AC In AC In put Current Maximum 60 Amps AC put Voltage Range 80 to 150VAC put Frequency Range 58 0 to 62 0 Hz DC Input Range 42 0 to 68 0 VDC DC Input Current Rated Power 90 Amps DC ti nuous Battery Charger Output 45 Amps DC GTFX2524 Nomi Nom Conti inuous AC RMS Output at 25 C 20 8 Amps AC Cont al DC Input Voltage Range 24VDC inal AC Voltage Frequency 120VAC 60 HZ nuous Power Rating at 25C Ambient 2500VA Idle
26. It is not designed for exposure to water or excessive wind blown dust and debris INITIAL INSPECTION Your FX is stoutly packaged for secure shipping Please inspect the packaging and component for damage prior to installation WARNING WORKING NEAR LEAD ACID BATTERIES BE DANGEROUS BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL OPERATION Design the battery enclosure to prevent accumulation and concentration of hydrogen gas in pockets at the top of the enclosure Vent the battery compartment from the highest point to the outside A sloped lid can also be used to direct the flow of hydrogen to the vent opening CAUTION To reduce risk of injury charge only deep cycle lead acid lead antimony lead calcium gel cell or absorbed glass mat type rechargeable batteries Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage Never charge a frozen battery PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS Someone should be within range of your voice to come to your aid if needed Keep plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin clothing or eyes Wear complete eye protection Avoid touching eyes while working near batteries Wash your hands with soap and warm water when done f battery acid contacts skin or clothing wash immediately with soap and water If acid enters an eye flood the eye with cool running water at once for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention immediately following Baking
27. NS MAY NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF WARRANTIES OR DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Revision 2008 02 26 53 Ciut Back Power Systems Limited Warranty Registration Complete this form to request a Limited Warranty and return it to Outback Power Systems Inc 19009 62nd Ave NE Arlington WA 98223 NOTE Please submit a copy not the original of the Product purchase invoice which confirms the date and location of purchase the price paid and the Product Model and Serial Number System Owner Name Country Address Telephone Number City State Zip Code E mail Product Product s Model Numbet s Sold by Product s Serial Number s Purchase Date Please circle the three most important factors affecting your purchase decision e Price Product Reputation Product Features e Reputation of OutBack Power Systems e Value System System Install Commission Date Total Nominal System AC Output in KW Nominal System AC Voltage System Battery Bank Size Amp Hours Type of Batteries Are you using a generator with this system Circle One Yes No If yes please list the make and model If yes is the generator output is Circle One DC Installer Name If Applicable Address City State Zip E mail Contractor Number Extended Warranty OutBack Power Systems offers an optional three 3 year extension to the standard two 2 year Limite
28. TY AND EXCLUDES ALL LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY LIABILITY FOR PRODUCTS NOT BEING AVAILABLE FOR USE OR LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS EVEN IF IT 15 MADE AWARE OF SUCH POTENTIAL DAMAGES SOME STATES OR JURISDICTIONS MAY NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF WARRANTIES OR DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Revision 2007 06 01 10 Year Warranty Registration California Ciut Back Power Systems To request a 10 year Limited Warranty complete this form along with a check or money order in the amount of 599 USD payable to OutBack Power Systems Inc and return it to Outback Power Systems Inc 19009 62nd Ave NE Arlington WA 98223 NOTE A 10 Year Limited Warranty Certificate will only be issued if this registration card is received by Outback within 90 days of the date of the first retail sale of the eligible product Please submit a copy not the original of the product purchase invoice which confirms the date and location of purchase the price paid and the product model and serial number The warranty certificate is available only for and will only be issued for GVFX and PS1 products installed in fixed location non mobile applications within the state of California System Owner Name E mail Address City State Zip Code Country Telephone number Product Product model numbe
29. X3648 47 48 MAXIMUM OVERCURRENT PROTECTION AMPACITY This rating specifies the proper overcurrent protection ampacity OBB breakers are panel mount circuit breakers Class T DC fuses are terminal mounted and should always be used in conjuncture with a disconnect mechanism FXs used in home installations should use properly sized DC circuit breakers A DC breaker includes both overcurrent protection and disconnect capability OutBack Power Systems recommends Class T fuses for marine installations where a DC disconnect is not required VEX3232M OBDC 175 Class T 300 Mobile Only VFX3648 OBDC 175 Not Recommended GTFX 2524 OBDC 175 DO NOT USE GTEX 3048 OBDC 100 DO NOT USE GVEX 3524 OBDC 250 DO NOT USE 12 VDC System Float Voltage Absorb Voltage EQ Voltage ReFloat LBCO LBCI Sell RE Gen Alert Off Set Point On Set Point Load Shed Off Set Point Vent Fan ON Set Point Diversion ON Set Point Absorb Time EO Time Float Time AC2 Gen Transfer Delay Cycles for AC Search Grid Lower Limit Grid Upper Limit Grid Upper Limit Grid Connect Delay DROP or USE Charger OFF AUTO ON Gen Alert ON 19 24VDC Grit Tie 29 2 2 5V 0 5V 2 5V 95 n 9 V9 lt lt 1 0 hours 0 hours 0 hours 60 cycles 20 for Grid Tie 108V 0 17 5 min lt 1 lt lt lt S
30. at restraints the FX limits incoming AC current to recharge the battery Please refer to the FX and VFX Series Inverter Charger Programming Manual to adjust this setting The battery charger has an efficiency of better than 8096 Other factors such as cable losses might reduce this efficiency MAXIMUM AND DEFAULT AC INPUT AND DC bulk stage OUTPUT VALUES VFX2812M AC Max 16AAC Default 14AAC DC Max 125ADC VFX3524M AC Max 20AAC Default 18AAC DC Max 85ADC VFX3232M AC Max 20AAC Default 18AAC DC Max 60ADC VFX3648 AC Max 20AAC Default 18AAC DC Max 45ADC AC INPUT FREQUENCY RANGE NOTE If the AC input source is out ofthe range noted below the FX will not connect or stay connected All FX Models 56 64 Hz MAXIMUM AC OUTPUT CURRENT This is the amount of surge current that the FX will quickly supply for a split second Depending on the size of the surge the FX can be overloaded for a minimum time of 5 seconds to a maximum time of 30 minutes All 12 VDC FXs 56AAC per FX for 1 millisecond All Other FXs 70AAC per FX for millisecond MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS OUTPUT POWER An FX Series Inverter Charger s model number indicates its maximum continuous output power by changing the last two digits to zeros For instance an FX2012MT has a maximum continuous output power of 2000VA volt amps FX2012MT 2000VA VA volt Amps FX2024MT 2000VA FX2532MT 2500VA FX2548T 2500VA VEX2812M VEX3524M VEX3232M VE
31. d The FX connected to Port 01 of the HUB is always the Master 1 2ph MASTER Grid Tie FXs cannot be used with the FW X240 Auto Transformer Jeg sng leuluueL 88172 NHHL AIIeululuw 01 Selqeo Iv L SeloN TO AC LOADS AC OUTPUT L2 991 GNNOYS La AC OUTPUT L1 BLACK TBB RED TBB qaad qaad MOOTHALN WOINVHOAN 5 INdLNO div 09 SSVdAd 09 SNOLLOINNOO 831880 1nd1no OW ANY LndNI 2V NNOO S IVO 991 3 LIHM Sea Ta TWHLNAN OV 18601 anH LNO WHLNAN Ov SISSVHO ALIAM N33H5 SN NI IVULNIN NI LOH OV ze cm Xon 100 10H Ov Lui 25 3LVI ENH aes Qm Y3LSYN 11 LNO WHLNAN OV ANNOYS SISSVHO SIIHM NS3HO NI TVHLNIN OV NI LOH p LNO LOH Ov LV ENH A a JAVIS 21 lt AC INPUT FROM UTILITY GRID OR AC SOURCE Series Parallel Using Two FXs 27 PARALLELED DUAL FX SYSTEM All AC wiring from the AC source and to the AC loads must collectively handle 100 amps AC or more All other AC wiring capacity must equal 60 amps AC Mobile FX units must handle 30 amps AC paralleled dual FX system can continuo
32. d Warranty for the FX VFX Series Inverter Charger product To request a 3 year Limited Warranty extension for a total effective warranty coverage period of five 5 years include a check or money order in the amount of 300USD payable to OutBack Power Systems Inc along with your Warranty Registration Revision 2008 04 01 Revision 2008 04 01 10 Year Limited Warranty California GTFX GVFX and PS1 Products OutBack Power Systems Inc OutBack provides a ten year 10 limited warranty Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for its GTFX GVFX and PS1 products Products if installed in fixed location applications within the State of California For this Warranty to be effective the Product purchaser must complete and submit the applicable Product registration card within ninety 90 days of the eligible Product s first retail sale The term of this Warranty is governed by the date issued by OutBack on the 10 year Warranty Certificate This Warranty applies to the original OutBack Product purchaser and is transferable only if the Product remains installed in the original use location The warranty does not apply to any Product or Product part that has been modified or damaged by the following Installation or Removal Alteration or Disassembly Normal Wear and Tear Accident or Abuse Corrosion Lightning Repair or service provided by an unauthorized repair facility Operation contrary to manufactu
33. e system see FX product specifications NOTE Connect Mobile FX equipment to an AC circuit with 30 amp maximum branch circuit over current protection as per NEC ANSI NFPA 70 While 60 amp over current protection reduces the risk of fire for further reduction do not connect a single FX to both hot legs of a 120 240 VAC AC load center having multi wire common neutral branch circuits connected Use either two FX Series Inverter Chargers wired in a series configuration or an FW X240 Auto Transformer 11 12 DC Use crimped and sealed copper ring terminal lugs with 5 16 79 cm hole or compression type lug to connect battery cables to DC terminals Soldered cable lugs are also acceptable Use recommended cable sizes see page 51 to reduce losses and ensure high performance of FX smaller cables can reduce performance and possibly damage the unit Keep cables together e g using a tie wrap as much as possible Ensure cables pass through the same knockout and conduit fittings to allow inductive currents to cancel TORQUE REQUIREMENTS CONNECTION TORQUE IN POUNDS Nm AC and PV breakers to 22 inch lbs 2 48 Nm DC shunt to 15 foot lbs 20 4 Nm DC battery connections to 10 foot lbs 13 6 Nm FX s DC terminals to 5 foot lbs 3 38 Nm FX s AC terminals to 30 inch 1bs 3 38 Nm Table 1 Torque Values for Installation Battery Wiring Examples In renewable energy systems batteries are connected to each other in one
34. ernal battery temperature sensor RJ 45 jack connects MATE or HUB to FX using CATS cable AC HOT OUT AC NEUTRAL OUT When a HUB is used plug the RTS into the Master FX which should be plugged into HUB5 Port 01 The RTS cable is folded and routed under the AC Wiring Compartment s Lexan cover fitting into a small indentation in the aluminum casting between the battery terminals ONLY USE THE OUTBACK RTS OTHER BRANDS YIELD INCORRECT READINGS CHASSIS GROUND PE CHASSIS GROUND PE AC NEUTRAL IN AC HOT IN OVODSS If the system has multiple FXs and or OutBack Charge Controllers a HUB is required LED Action LED indicates Flashing GREEN Search mode or Slave power Inverter OFF Off Solid YELLOW AC source is connected INVERTER ON OFF INVERTER BATTERY TEMP MATE HUB STATUS INVERTER No AC input Pasning AC input live YELLO waiting to con nect to OBX IC present RED Solid RED Fatal Error con gm us E ower Systems 5 4 Status Lights gt 5 Flashing RED Warning a non critical rror has occurred p A m Battery Lights WARN ING Screens freq too high AC source is above 66 Hz upper limit and will be dropped if frequency gets much higher acin freq too low AC source is under 54 Hz lower limit and will be dropped if frequency gets much lower voltage too high AC source s voltage is over 140 VAC default limit and risks loss of FX connect
35. fasteners at all four corners of the FX for a secure installation Weight varies from 56 62 6 pounds 25 40 28 395 kg depending on the model MOUNTING FX Series Inverter Charger is approved for indoor or enclosed protected mounting only An FX must be secured with appropriate fasteners to a sturdy mounting surface capable of supporting its weight It is easier for two people to install the FX due to its weight OutBack FXs be mounted in any position but they perform better in locations offering plenty of air circulation NOTE If using an OutBack FLEXware Mounting Plate avoid large air gaps behind the plate which can result in louder mechanical noise during inverting charging under heavy loads Due to the variance in other mounting methods OutBack only endorses the use of FLEXware or previous versions of its mounting plate for installing the and associated system components using M6 X 20mm machine screws stainless steel for FLEXware and self tapping for older mounting plates one per corner Follow the instruction manual that comes with each mounting system If mounting the FX on other surfaces such as plywood wall studs or masonry use appropriate fasteners to support approximately its weight OutBack cannot be responsible for damage to the FX if itis attached with inadequate fasteners Install and secure each FX before attaching any wiring WIRE CONNECTIONS NOTE A system s indiv
36. fety FX parts standard and optional Initial inspection of the component Preparing the mounting surface Fastening the FX to the mounting surface General electrical information FX Series Inverter Charger Models Sealed Units designed for harsher environments but still require enclosed protection FX2012T 12VDC 2000VA FX2012 MT 12VDC 2000 VA GTFX2524 24 VDC 2500 VA FX2524 T 24 VDC 2500 VA FX2524 MT 24 VDC 2500 VA GTFX3048 48 VDC 3000 VA FX3048T 48 VDC 3000VA FX2532 MT 32 VDC 2500 VA Mobile GT Grid Tie Vented Units designed for protected environments e VFX2812 12VDC 2800 VA VFX2812M 12 VDC 2800 VA GVFX3524 24VDC 3500 VA gt VFX3524 24 VDC 3500VA e VFX3524 M 24 VDC 3500 VA GVFX3648 48 VDC 3600 VA VFX3648 48 VDC 3600VA e VFX3232 32 VDC 3200 VA Each model FX has a single phase output marked with this symbol 2 Each inverter puts out a sine wave waveform marked with this symbol Parts Included One FX Series Inverter Charger One WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK sticker to place on the exterior of the FX One packet of silicone grease to protect CAT 5 cable connections One installation manual One programming manual One Turbo Kit sealed units One DC Wiring Cover or DCC vented units IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ FIRST SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions and cautionary markings on the FX the batteries and a
37. function OutBack cannot bear any responsibility for consequential losses expenses or damage to other components Please read the full warranty at the end of this manual for more information About OutBack Power Systems OutBack Power Systems is a leader in advanced energy conversion technology Our products include true sine wave inverter chargers maximum power point charge controllers system communication components as well as breaker panels breakers accessories and assembled systems Notice of Copyright FX Series Inverter Charger FX VFX GTFX GVFX MOBILE Installation Manual O 2008 All rights reserved Disclaimer UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING OUTBACK POWER SYSTEMS a MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION b ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE WHETHER DIRECT INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER S RISK Contact Information OutBack Power Systems 19009 62nd Ave NE Arlington WA 98223 Phone 360 435 6030 Fax 360 435 6019 www outbackpower com Date and Revision June 2008 REV B TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome to the OutBack Power Systems FX Series Inverter Charger System 2 FX Series Inverter Charger Models
38. idual voltage requirements 120 single phase 120 240 split phase or 3 phase as well as how each FX is to function all determine how the FXs are wired Each FX must be wired to the logical leg or phase of the system Each FX must be programmed or stacked according to this phase Please see the FX and VFX Series Inverter Charger Programming Manual before connecting any wires to or from the FX AC Follow these steps to wire the FX to your system 1 Shut all AC breakers off or remove any fuses before connecting any wiring 2 Shut off all DC breakers including the PV breakers 3 With all power off run lengths of 6 AWG 13 3 mm wire between the AC Wiring Compartment Board AC out terminals and sufficient over current protection via an AC circuit breaker whose ampacity matches or exceeds the maximum AC input current of the FX model used in the system see FX product specifications The breaker should be installed inside of a metal chassis such as OutBack s FLEXware series or an existing panel 4 With the over current protection connected run lengths of 6 AWG 13 3 mm wire between the AC Wiring Compartment Board AC IN terminals and the AC input breaker The breaker should be installed inside of a metal chassis such as OutBack s FLEXware series or an existing panel The AC input hot conductor must be supplied through an AC branch rated circuit breaker whose ampacity matches or exceeds the maximum AC input current of the FX model used in th
39. ion voltage too low AC source s voltage is under 108 VAC default limit and risks loss of FX connection acin input current exceeds max AC loads are drawing more current than the rating of the FX allows temperature sensor fault an internal FX temperature sensor is malfunctioning internal comm error detected there is a communication problem between the MATE and the FX internal fan failure detected the FX internal cooling fan is not operating properly airtemp displays a numeric value representing the air temperature around the FX fettemp displays a numeric value representing the temperature of the FETs Field Effect Transistors captemp displays a numeric value representing the temperature of the ripple capacitors These values are used for troubleshooting purposes The higher the numerical value the cooler the temperature SAMPLE INSTALLATIONS SINGLE FX SYSTEM All non Mobile FX AC wiring must handle 60 amps AC or more A 60A input breaker must be used for a non Mobile FX and a 30A input breaker for a Mobile FX A single FX can continuously power 2 0kW to 3 6kW of loads depending on which model is used AC LOADS WHITE BLACK MECHANICAL INTERLOCK BLACK 60 BYPASS BREAKER 30 OUTPUT BREAKER BLACK 1 All cables are to be 6AWG THHN or larger HUB MATE WHITE 5 5 gt x a 5 2 D 9 LE 9
40. ity sisisi eee einen 48 Te CV eee bm 49 Melee LUE RE 50 Ma intenan E were E C 5 52 53 PROCUCEIREGIStEAIOM 55 10Year Limited Warranty liana aa i 55 56 10 Year Warranty Registration California coccion 57 Welcome to the OutBack Power Systems FX Series Inverter Charger System The FX Series Inverter Charger offers a complete power conversion system DC to AC battery charging and an AC transfer switch and can be used as a stand alone or back up application It is designed for indoor or enclosed locations OutBack Power Systems does everything possible to assure the components you purchase will function properly and safely when installed as instructed according to local and national electrical codes NEC Please read all of the following instructions and the instructions that come with any other OutBack components that make up your power system Further instructions on individual FX set ups as well as systems assemblies are included with the FLEXware manuals non Mobile FX is ETL listed to UL1741 Inverters Converters Controllers and Interconnection System Equipment for Use with Distributed Energy Resources All Mobile FX Series Inverter Chargers are ETL listed to UL 458 The FX and VEX Series Inverter Charger Installation Manual covers the following information Sa
41. ll appropriate sections of this installation and user manual as well as other component manuals before using the system Be cautious around electricity electrical components and batteries Shocks burns injury and even death can occur if an installer comes in contact with electricity Install all components and wiring according to national and local electrical and building codes This includes Submitting a plan to the local building department Passing inspection e Requiring a licensed electrician to do the work when mandated OutBack Power Systems cannot be responsible for system failure damages or injury resulting from improper installation of their products Use only the recommended DC and AC wire sizes or greater Be sure all wires are in good condition Install the FX in a dry location preferably indoors aa e Install the FX in a shaded area out of direct sun at 7 light for best operation For installations where the FX may be exposed to water spray a sealed FX must be used and mounted either with the base down shelf mounting or with the AC wiring compartment facing down wall mounting If mounted with the base down water cannot be allowed to accumulate around the FX s base There drainage system on the base of the FX to dispel condensation If submerged water can enter this drain and cause failure The Vented FX VFX must be installed in a weather proof enclosure or enclosed area
42. ng on which model is used Connecting more power than the continuous rating of the FX may cause breakers to trip or the FX to shut off its AC output The jumper in the HUB must be moved for 3 phase configuration please see the HUB Installation and User Guide NOTE Program the bottom FX as Master 3ph MASTER and the two lower FXs as 3 phase Slaves 3ph SLAVE Keep the phases in order phase one is connected to the FX programmed L1 phase two is connected to L2 and phase three to L3 or phases A B and C to inverters A B and C Grid Tie FXs cannot be used with this configuration 31 TO AC LOADS AC OUTPUT PH2 Jeg sng jeurue 88172 NHHL 9 Alleululw 0 Sajgeo SeloN AC OUTPUT 1 BLACK TBB SNOILO3NNOO 1 Andino INdNI OV S318VO NOILVIOINNNNOO S 1VO 33V SANIT GAHSVG LNO WHYLNAN ANNOY9 SISSVHO NI IVELNIN NI LOH OV LNO LOH OV 31vW anH H3 SVMW LNO WHYLNAN OV ANNOY9 SISSVHO SIUYIM RED TBB INdINO 09 ania AC OUTPUT PH3 BLUE TBB TWOINVHOAN aas aay ania ania SYIMVIYA SSVdA8 09 NI IWHLNAN OV NI LOH OV 1nO LOH OV ALVIN ANH JAV IS LNO IVELNIN OV SISSVHO NI IVHLNIN OV
43. or more All other non Mobile FX Series Inverter Charger models AC wiring must handle a capacity of 60 amps AC This system can continuously power up to 14 4kW of loads depending on which model is used Connecting more power than the continuous rating of the FX may cause breakers to trip or the FX to shut off its AC output Refer to Parallel Dual System drawing on page 28 and expand accordingly NOTES Program the lowest installed FX as Master 1 2ph MASTER and the three remaining FXs as OutBack L1 Slaves OB SLAVE L1 Grid Tie FXs cannot be used with this configuration 29 TO AC LOADS SNOLLO3NNOO Jeg sng jeuiuie 881 z WANN on NHHL OMv9 indino ov M 0 selqeo IV 1ndNI 2v SeloN E S IVO 2 126799218601 310d 181 SZ HLIM YINYOISNVUL m 0bz X e S3YIM ONNOYO N33H9 v 5 Z ANNONO SISSVHO NI IVULNIN OV NI LOH OV 2 170 LOH OV Me aN ALVIN EANH MILSVIN YDIVAVA TVaLnaN TIndNi O 3LIHM gt WV O8 RE QNhnOMO SISSVHO T Susana NI IVULNIN OV NI LOH OV br a MOVIE MOVIE INdINO JIno LOH OV E m Lf div 09 EH ALYW ANH SAV1S a o 1 5 09 2 atum 1nOvHIn3NOV QNhnOMO SISSVHO Lm om 7 NI TVULNIN
44. r Product serial number Sold by Purchase date Please circle the three most important factors affecting your purchase decision Price Product Reputation Product Features e Reputation of OutBack Power Value System System install commission date System array size System array nominal voltage Type of PV modules System battery bank bize amp hours Type of batteries Please list other sources of back up power Installer Installer Installer e mail Installer address Installer City State Zip Contractor number Revision 2007 06 26 57 Ciut Back Power Systems Corporate Office European Sales Office 19009 62nd Avenue NE C Castell 17 Arlington WA USA 08830 Sant Boi de Llobregat 1 360 435 6030 BARCELONA 34 93 654 9568 www outbackpower com 900 0083 01 00 REV B
45. ratings and length gt All AC wiring rated for 75 C or higher gt Battery cables rated 75 C or higher gt 6 AWG 184 or 4 11 mm wire used for non Mobile FX AC Input Hot 10 AWG 116 or 2 59 mm or larger wire used for AC HOT OUT 10 AWG 116 or 2 59 mm wire or larger used for Mobile FX AC Input Hot Non Mobile FX connected to AC circuit with 60 amp maximum branch circuit over current protection over current protection APPENDIX RATINGS FX2012T Maximum Output Current Peak 1 mSec 4 T FX2524 Nominal DC Input Voltage Range 24VDC Nominal AC Voltage Frequency 120VAC 60 HZ Continuous Power Rating at 25C Ambient 3000VA Continuous AC RMS Output at 25 C 250 Amps AC 37 38 FX3048T Nominal DC Input Voltage Range 48VDC Nominal AC Voltage Frequency 120VAC 60 HZ Con Con tinuous Power Rating at 25C Ambient 3000VA tinuous AC RMS Output at 25 25 0 Amps AC Idle Power Full AC Output 23 Watts DC Idle Power Search Mode 2 6 Watts DC Tota Outp imum Output Current Peak 1 mSec 70 amps AC imum Output Current RMS 100 mSec 50 amps AC AC Overload Capability Surge 6000VA AC Overload Capability 5 Second 4800VA AC Overload Capability 30 Minutes 3200VA AC In AC In AC In put Current Maximum 60 Amps AC put Voltage Range 80 to 150VAC put Frequency Range 54 0 to 66 0 Hz DC Input Range 42 0 to 68 0 VDC
46. rer product instructions Fire Floods or Acts of God Shipping or Transportation Incidental or consequential damage caused by other components of the power system Any product whose serial number has been altered defaced or removed or Any other event not foreseeable by OutBack OutBack s liability for any defective Product or any Product part shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the Product at OutBack s discretion OutBack does not warrant or guarantee workmanship performed by any person or firm installing its Products This Warranty does not cover the costs of installation removal shipping except as described below or reinstallation of Products To request warranty service you must contact OutBack Technical Services at 360 435 6030 or support outbackpower com within the effective warranty period If warranty service is required OutBack will issue a Return Material Authorization RMA number A request for an RMA number requires all of the following information Revision 2007 06 01 55 1 Proof of purchase in the form of a copy of the original Product purchase invoice or receipt confirming the Product model number and serial number 2 OutBack issued 10 year warranty certificate 3 Description of the problem and 4 Shipping address for the repaired or replacement equipment After receiving the RMA number pack the Product s authorized for return along with a copy of the original purchase invoice and
47. s battery terminals with 8M x 1 00 stainless steel threaded studs Red terminal battery positive Black terminal battery negative Battery terminal covers AC WIRING ORIGINATION Lexan cover protects AC Wiring Compartment Board AC Wiring Board AC WIRING COMPARTMENT BOARD Out Back AC Terminal Block secures AC connections to the FX using set screws AC HOT OUT AC HOT OUT supplies power to the loads AC NEUTRAL OUT AC NEUTRAL OUT acts as neutral leg for loads CHASSIS GROUND PE supplied by the CHASSIS GROUND PE CHASSIS GROUND connections common and act as grounds for both the incoming and AC NEUTRAL IN 2 outgoing AC circuits AC HOT IN AC NEUTRAL IN acts as the neutral leg for AC power supplied by either the grid or a generator to the FX HOT IN connects incoming AC from the grid or a generator to the FX This AC is used to run loads and recharge batteries BATTERY TEMP MATE HUB NOTE CHASSIS GROUND the AC terminal block reads as NEU GROUND BOND ON FX MOBILE SERIES see page 21 m gt 2 ce Im E ce gt INVERTER NOTE 6 AWG 4 11 mm is the largest wire size the AC Wiring Compartment Board can accommodate LOW VOLTAGE TERMINALS Control Wiring Terminal Block Jumper INVERTER ON OFF allows for manual switch to control the FX default operation is ON controlled by the MATE when the installed jumper connecting the
48. se terminals is present Ciut Back Power Systems AC HOT OUT AC NEUTRAL OUT CHASSIS GROUND PE CHASSIS GROUND PE AC NEUTRAL IN AC HOT IN I z gt 2 INVERTER BATTERY TEMP MATE HUB NOTE Keep Control Wiring Terminal Block screws tight and the block itself secured tightly to AC Board Otherwise the FX can malfunction The Terminal Block can be unplugged for easier wire installation and removal reinstallation of the FX AUX OUTPUT AUX AUX 12VDC at 0 7 amps 8 4 watts maximum is available at these terminals the AUX s default is to drive cooling fans or the Turbo Fan XCT XCT are non operational terminals do not connect AC AND DC GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS Connect only to a grounded permanent wiring system Ensure there is only one neutral ground connection in the system at any time Some codes require this connection be made at the main panel only Some generators have their own neutral ground connection If a generator is used its neutral ground connection will need to be disengaged for proper system operation For all installations the negative battery conductor should be bonded to the grounding system at one and only one point in the system OutBack products are not designed for use in a positive grounded system Please contact OutBack Technical Support for further information The equipment ground on each is marked with this symbol
49. soda neutralizes lead acid battery electrolyte Keep a supply on hand the area of the batteries NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of a battery or generator Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto batteries It could short circuit the batteries or other electrical parts which can result in fire or explosion Remove personal metal items such as rings bracelets necklaces and watches when working with a battery or other electrical current A battery can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal causing severe burns PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING SYMBOLS Pertains to a Grid Tie Pertains to Mobile FX SYSTEM PROTECTION Electrical systems are designed to protect you the wires the components and the devices served by the system Each FX must be part of a permanently grounded electrical system see page 8 Grounding protects people and equipment from electrical shock Grounding must be done according to local and national electrical codes OutBack circuit breakers rated at 100 duty cycle protect wiring by limiting the amount of current entering a system All wired electrical systems require circuit breakers or fuses for protection OutBack offers both breakers and fuses for over current protection If they are provided by other vendors they must be properly rated DC WIRING ORIGINATION DC bras
50. ting battery while servicing This will prevent accidental it to starting or operation 51 52 Ciut Back Power Systems TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION FX Series Inverter Charger Products OutBack Power Systems Inc provides a two year 2 limited warranty Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for its FX VFX Series Inverter Charger products Product s if installed in fixed location applications The term of this Warranty begins on the Product s date of manufacture or the initial purchase date as indicated on the warranty registration card submitted to OutBack whichever is greater This Warranty applies to the original OutBack Product s purchaser and is traansferable only if the Product s remains installed in the original use location The warranty does not apply to any Product s or Product s part that has been modified or damaged by the following Installation or Removal Alteration or Disassembly Normal Wear and Tear Accident or Abuse Corrosion Lightning Repair or service provided by an unauthorized repair facility Operation contrary to manufacturer product instructions Fire Floods or Acts of God Shipping or Transportation Incidental or consequential damage caused by other components of the power system Any product whose serial number has been altered defaced or removed or Any other event not foreseeable by Out
51. usly power 4 0 Kw to 7 2kW of loads depending on which model is used NOTE Program the lowest installed FX as Master 1 2ph MASTER and the second FX as an OutBack L1 Slave OB SLAVE L1 TO AC LOADS AC OUTPUT L1 BLACK TBB Grid Tie FXs cannot be used with this configuration 3j 8 5 5 5 lt 20 m m a fy a Z 2 ER ut 1732 LU au 2 e5u E 39 2Y lt a abe stu 256 29 2 922 2 ao m 9 lt 8 5 oF lt a 5 Le 2 226 9 221 E Sim 8 5 TEF 2 E E 3 E z E E z E E 5 E 2 5 5 3 o o 6 3 6 3 E 2 i 2 5 d 5 lt 3 lt 3 lt 14 lt 6 2 E 0 d lt DE 7 4 Si z 2 3 3 gt 9 gt 9 I E 2 53 5 3 2 lt lt zr QI o lt 6 lt 6 5 xsi 2 gt ol amp ol 0 5 kd gt al 5 oia 5 9 21883 8 8 25 5 a ozu ozu m 82 ofr a e a x x 2 E 5 m ra o AC INPUT L1 BLACK TBB AC INPUT FROM UTILITY GRID OR GENERATOR Parallel Dual System with Two FXs SERIES PARALLEL QUAD FX SYSTEM All AC wiring from the AC source and to the AC loads must
52. utBack Power Systems location and insure the shipment or accept the risk of loss or damage during shipment OutBack is not responsible for shipping damage caused by improperly packaged Products the repairs this damage might require or the costs of these repairs If upon receipt of the Product s OutBack determines the Product s is defective and that the defect is covered under the terms of this Warranty OutBack will then and only then ship a repaired or replacement Product s to the purchaser freight prepaid non expedited using a carrier of OutBack s choice where applicable The warranty period of any repaired or replacement Product is twelve 12 months from the date of shipment from OutBack or the remainder of the initial warranty term which ever is greater THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO OUTBACK PRODUCTS OUTBACK EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ITS PRODUCTS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OUTBACK ALSO EXPRESSLY LIMITS ITS LIABILITY IN THE EVENT OF A PRODUCT DEFECT TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND EXCLUDES ALL LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY LIABILITY FOR PRODUCTS NOT BEING AVAILABLE FOR USE OR LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS EVEN IF IT IS MADE AWARE OF SUCH POTENTIAL DAMAGES SOME STATES OR JURISDICTIO
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