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Xantrex RS3000 User's Manual

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1. vii 1 Introduction About the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger 1 2 Premium Power and Ease of Use 1 2 How RS3000 Works ere e reer errr e ee 1 3 Inverting 1 3 Charging 14 Xanbus System 1 5 Xanbus Enabled 1 5 Comprehensive Electronic Protection 1 6 RS3000 Features 1 7 Front Panel Features 1 7 Side Panel Features 1 9 DC Terminal Covers and Battery Temperature Sensor 1 11 DC Terminal Covers 1 11 Battery Temperature Sensor 1 11 System Accessories and Network Components 1 12 2 Operation Operating the RS3000 with the System Control Panel 2 2 Using the System Control Panel 2 3 On Start Up
2. 4 18 975 0170 01 01 xiii Contents A Specifications Inverter Specifications A 2 Charger Specifications A 3 Transfer and General Specifications A 4 Environmental Specifications A 4 Physical Specifications with Projections A 5 Regulatory Approvals A 5 Fan Operation A 5 Invert Power Derating vs Ambient Temperature A 6 Charger Mode A 6 B Battery Charging Reference Charging Algorithms Formulas B 2 Battery Type B 2 Charge Algorithm Stages B 2 Three Stage charging B 2 Bulk Charge B 3 Absorption Charge B 3 Float Charge B 4 Equalization Charge
3. 2 4 System Start up Check 2 5 Viewing the Firmware Revision Number 2 5 Operating in Invert Mode 2 6 Load Sense Mode 2 6 Operating Limits for Inverter Operation 2 7 Power Output 2 7 Operating in Charger Mode 2 8 Charger Operation with Battery Temperature Sensor 2 9 Operating in Equalization Mode 2 10 Equalizing Batteries 2 11 Terminating the Equalization Process 2 11 Operating Limits for Charger Operation 2 12 Power Share 2 12 Monitoring the RS3000 Indicator Lights 2 13 975 0170 01 01 xi Contents xii Faults and Warnings 2 14 Monitoring Status Messages on the System Control Panel 2 14 System Modes
4. 3 19 View Device Info 3 19 Basic Menu 25 eee eee eee 3 19 Sub Menus 3 20 Configure Inv Chg Menu Configure Inverter Charger Menu 3 20 Max Chg Rate 3 20 Lo DC Volt 3 21 Batt Type 3 21 Batt Size 3 21 Sense Below 2 02 eee eee eee eee 3 21 Sense Interval 3 22 Cfg AC Limits Configure AC Limits 3 22 Chg Stages 3 22 Eqz Volts 3 23 Force Charge 3 23 Cfg AC Limits Configure AC Limits 3 24 Lo AC Volt 3 24 Lo AC Freq 3 25 Hi AC Volt 3 25 Hi AC Freq 3 26 View Device Info View Device Information
5. 3 27 View Fault Log 3 27 View Warning Log 3 27 View Event Log 3 28 Restore Defaults 3 28 4 Troubleshooting Faults and Warnings 4 2 Fault Types 4 2 Warning Types 4 3 Troubleshooting Reference 4 4 General Troubleshooting Guidelines 4 5 Warning Messages 2 2 ee e eee 4 7 Fault Messages 4 11 Inverter Applications 4 17 Resistive Loads 4 17 Motor Loads 4 17 Problem Loads 4 17 Very Small Loads 4 17 Fluorescent Lights amp Power Supplies 4 18 Clocks 4 18 Searching
6. 3 7 Returning to RS3000 Basic Menu 3 7 RS3000 Menu Structure Overview 3 9 Equalize On 3 14 Equalize Confirmation Warning 3 14 Equalization System Home Screen 3 15 Equalization Cancellation Warning 3 16 RS3000 Device Info Menu 3 27 Event Log 3 28 Restore Defaults Warning 3 29 Inverter Output Power vs Ambient Temperature A 6 Three Stage Charging Profile B 5 975 0170 01 01 XV xvi Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger The RS3000 has been designed to give you premium power ease of use and outstanding reliability Please read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main performance and protection features of the RS3000 Introduction About the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger The RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger is a convenient combination of an inverter multistage battery charger and transfer switch in one electronic device As an inverter the RS3000 provides sine wave pow
7. B 4 Two Stage Charging B 5 Charge Algorithm Graph B 5 Charge Algorithm Definitions B 5 Battery Charger Interruption B 6 C Terminology Glossary C 2 Abbreviations C 6 Warranty and Return Information WA l Warranty WA 1 Return Material Authorization Policy WA 3 Return Procedure WA 3 Out of Warranty Service WA 4 Information About Your System WA 4 INGOX 226225525 2c tess casectecieesccsecsecseece T IX 1 xiv 975 0170 01 01 Figures Figure 1 1 Figure 1 2 Figure 1 3 Figure 1 4 Figure 1 5 Figure 1 6 Figure 2 1 Figure 2 2 Figure 2 3 Figure 2 4 Figure 2 5 Figure 2 6 Figure 2 7 Figure 2 8 Figure 3 1 Figure 3 2 Figure 3 3 Figure 3 4 Figure 3 5 Figure 3 6 Figure 3 7 Figure 3 8 Figure 3 9 Figure 3 10 Figure 3 11 Figure 3 12 Figure 3 13 Figure 3 14 Figure 3 15 Figure A 1 Figure B 1 Typical Xanbus Sys
8. 2 15 Operating Mode 2 16 Power Save Mode 2 16 Safe Mode 2 17 Putting the System into Safe Mode 2 18 Hibernate Mode 2 20 Configuration General Configuration Information 3 2 System Control Panel 3 2 System Menu Map 3 3 Viewing the System Screen 3 4 Viewing the Select Device Menu 3 4 Selecting the RS3000 from the Select Device Menu 3 5 Selecting the RS3000 Basic Menu 3 5 Selecting the RS3000 Advanced Menu 3 6 Returning to RS3000 Basic Menu 3 7 Selecting and Adjusting the Configurable Settings 3 8 Selecting the Default Settings 3 8 RS3000 Menu Structure 3 9 RS3000 Device Menu 3 10 Modes
9. ee ere ere eee eee eee eee ee 3 10 Battery 3 11 AC Inputl and AC Input2 3 11 AC Out 52 eee eee ee e e 3 11 RS3000 Menu Basic eee eee eee 3 12 Inverter 3 12 Charger 3 12 Power Share 3 13 Equalize 3 14 Batt Type 3 16 Batt Size 3 17 Clear Faults 3 17 RS3000 Menu Advanced 3 18 Inverter 3 18 Charger 3 18 Power Share 3 18 Configure Inv Chg Configure Inverter Charger 3 18 Equalize 3 19 Load Sense 3 19 975 0170 01 01 Contents Clear Faults
10. WARNING Restrictions on use RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger shall not be used in connection with life support systems or other medical equipment or devices CAUTION Read this chapter before operating the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger Operation Operating the RS3000 with the System Control Panel 2 2 The System Control Panel SCP provides operating configuration and monitoring capability for your Xanbus system The System Control Panel e Monitors activity throughout your onboard power system e Displays the latest information about your inverter charger battery charge level battery charge output and generator start and stop activity e Displays the settings for each Xanbus enabled device in the system e Enables you to adjust the settings for each Xanbus enabled device in the system e Preserves all of its settings if system power is interrupted After power is restored you don t have to reconfigure the SCP or any of the Xanbus enabled devices connected to it This section provides information on operating the RS3000 with the System Control Panel Please refer to the System Control Panel Owner s Guide for complete information on using the System Control Panel Important Any RS3000 setting changed from the System Control Panel will be saved in the SCP if the unit is shut down by selecting Power Save mode Safe mode or Hibernate mode See Operating in Invert Mode on page 2 6 for more
11. 975 0170 01 01 Operation To enter or exit Power Save mode Press and hold the System button on the System Control Panel for one second After you release the System button the System Control Panel screen and indicator lights will turn off You can also enter or exit Power Save mode on the System Settings menu by selecting Desired Mode and scrolling to PowerSave as shown in Figure 2 5 System Settings Mode Operating Desired Mode EPESA Global Menus Advanced View Fault List Figure 2 5 Power Save Mode Returning to If an inverter charger supplies power to the network applying AC input Operating mode with utility power or generator power automatically returns the system to Operating mode Safe Mode A CAUTION Unexpected behavior Before installing or removing a device on the network put the network into Safe mode This prevents unexpected behavior Characteristics Selecting Safe mode stops the generator if it is running and puts the System Control Panel and all Xanbus enabled devices into Safe mode While in Safe mode the System Control Panel remains powered listening to and reporting its status to the network However the ouptut power of all Xanbus enabled devices is disabled and all inverting charging and generator starting activity stops In Safe mode the RS3000 will not transfer AC power from a source 975 0170 01 01 2 17 Operation When to use In Safe mode the RS3000 continues to c
12. Index IX 3 IX 4 Xantrex Technology Inc 1 800 670 0707 Tel toll free NA 1 360 925 5097 Tel direct 1 800 994 7828 Fax toll free NA 1 360 925 5143 Fax direct customerservice xantrex com www xantrex com 975 0170 01 01 Printed in China
13. Operating in Invert Mode on page 2 6 System Settings Mode Safe Desired Mode Safe Global Menus Advanced View Fault List Figure 2 8 Safe Mode 5 Press Enter You are now in Safe mode 6 Press Exit twice to return to the System Home Screen To exit Safe mode and return to Operating mode 1 On the System Settings menu under Desired Mode select Operating 2 Press Enter Operation Hibernate Mode Characteristics When to use Restoring power Hibernate mode removes network power from the System Control Panel and all Xanbus enabled devices on the Xanbus system The System Control Panel suspends all operations including starting and stopping the generator until power is restored to the network All Xanbus enabled devices other than the RS3000 have no network power Use Hibernate mode when the Xanbus system is left unattended for long periods of time to prevent any unattended system activity and to prevent battery drain during long periods of inactivity The system will automatically enter Hibernate mode if it is in Power Save mode for more than two hours Important To prevent any unattended system activity put the system into Hibernate mode from the System Control Panel before putting your RV or boat into storage If there are active faults in the system you cannot force the system into Hibernate mode Clear any active faults correct the condition that caused the fault then put the
14. 3 Press Enter 4 Select Advanced and press Enter 5 Press Exit to return to Select Device menu Returning to RS3000 Basic Menu 975 0170 01 01 You can return to viewing the RS3000 basic menu by selecting Basic Menu from the RS3000 advanced menu as shown in Figure 3 7 Advanced menu items will no longer be visible on the System Control Panel RS3000 Load Sense off Clear Faults View Device Info Basic Menu Figure 3 7 Returning to RS3000 Basic Menu 3 7 Configuration Selecting and Adjusting the Configurable Settings You can view or change RS3000 settings from the RS3000 menu Status information is not configurable Configurable settings are indicated by square brackets and can be adjusted Follow these steps to change any RS3000 setting 1 On the RS3000 menu use the up arrow or down arrow button to highlight the setting you want to change 2 Press Enter to highlight the value of that Configurable setting indicated by square brackets The previously set value appears with an asterisk beside it as shown in Figure 3 4 3 Use the up arrow or down arrow button to change the value Holding down a button lets you scroll through values quickly Press Enter to select the value 5 Ifyou have another setting to change return to step 1 Or If you have no more settings to change press Exit to return to the Select Device menu Selecting the Default Settings All configurable items on the RS300
15. 3 0 VDC Maximum DC output voltage 16 0 VDC Charger efficiency 2 85 Maximum charge current 150 A Transfer and General Specifications All transfer specifications are at nominal conditions ambient temperature of 77 F 25 C 120 VAC 60 Hz input unless otherwise specified Table A 3 Transfer and General Specifications Transfer time utility to invert 20 ms Minimum AC input voltage for transfer 90 VAC RMS Maximum AC input voltage for transfer 135 VAC RMS Minimum AC input frequency for transfer 55 Hz Maximum AC input frequency for transfer 65 Hz Cooling Fan cooled temperature controlled Network power supply 800 mA at 15 VDC Split phase up to 50 amps per line Dual input up to 25 amps per line Supported AC input types Environmental Specifications Table A 4 Environmental Specifications 77 F 25 C 4 to 122 F 20 to 50 C Nominal Ambient temperature Full Power Operating Ambient Temperature Range 140 F 60 C See Invert Power Derating vs Ambient Temperature on page A 6 40 to 185 F 40 to 85 C Maximum Operating Temperature Storage temperature range Humidity Operation Storage lt 95 RH non condensing 975 0170 01 01 Specifications Physical Specifications with Projections Table A 5 Physical Specifications Length 16 19 inches 411 mm Width 14 20 inches 361
16. WA 4 975 0170 01 01 Index A absorption charge B 3 AC knockout illustrated 1 9 locations of 1 7 AC wiring compartment access panel 1 7 AGM absorbed glass mat batteries B 2 batteries AGM absorbed glass mat B 2 custom B 2 flooded B 2 gel B 2 wet B 2 battery damage risk of B 2 battery temperature sensor charger operation 2 9 features 1 11 illustrated 1 11 battery temperature sensor jack described 1 9 battery types description of B 2 bulk charge B 3 C charge algorithm definitions B 5 charge algorithm graph B 5 charge algorithm stages three stage B 2 two stage B 5 charger mode A 6 charger operation operating limits 2 12 charging battery temperature sensor 1 4 built in charge formulas 1 4 dead battery 1 4 described 1 4 equalization 1 4 load management 1 4 charging formulas See charging algorithms B 2 chassis ground point described 1 10 configurable settings how to select and adjust 3 8 configuration sub menus 3 18 configure RS3000 menu advanced 3 18 basic 3 12 Customer Service email v fax number v phone number v preparing to call WA 4 D DC terminal covers 1 11 DC terminals described 1 10 negative 1 10 positive 1 10 dead battery charging 1 4 Down arrow button 2 4 dual input charging 1 3 defined C 2 dual network jacks described 1 10 electronic protection 1 6 Enter button 2 4 equalization precharging 3 15
17. Check battery cable below 8 volts DC connections F11 Battery is too low Automatic DC Under Voltage Clear the fault and attempt can t invert Shutdown occurs if restart Recharge batteries Recharge battery DC voltage is below Check battery cable 10 volts DC connections F12 Input AC too high Automatic AC Over Voltage Clear the fault and attempt Check source clear Shutdown AC Line 1 restart Check AC input fault try again input voltage Check and adjust AC input high voltage settings F13 Input AC too low Automatic AC Under Voltage Clear the fault and attempt Check source clear fault try again 975 0170 01 01 Shutdown AC Line 1 input restart Check AC input voltage Check and adjust AC input low voltage setting Troubleshooting Table 4 4 Fault Messages Fault Fault Number Message Type Cause Solution F14 Input AC too high Automatic AC Over Voltage Not applicable for RS3000 Check source clear Shutdown AC Line 2 fault try again input F15 Input AC too low Automatic AC Under Voltage Not applicable to RS3000 Check source clear Shutdown AC Line 2 fault try again input F16 AC input frequency Automatic AC Over Frequency Clear the fault and attempt problem Check gen Shutdown AC Line 1 restart Check AC input for overspeed input frequency Check and adjust AC input high frequency setting F17 AC input frequency Automatic AC Un
18. before becoming a manual fault F26 Reset the RS3000 If Escalating Auxiliary Power Clear the fault and attempt problem persists call Auto Fault Supply Under Voltage restart If problem persists call customer service Mustoccur Shutdown customer service 3 times in 30 seconds before becoming a manual fault F29 Reset the RS3000 If Manual AC Backfeed Clear the fault and attempt problem persists call Shutdown restart If problem persists call customer service customer service F30 is too cold and has Manual Battery Under Clear the fault and attempt one shut down See Temperature Fault restart Try restart again when guide ambient temperature is warmer or gently warm the battery F40 Reset the RS3000 If Manual No IPC Service required problem persists call communication customer service 975 0170 01 01 Troubleshooting Table 4 4 Fault Messages Fault Fault Number Message Type Cause Solution F41 Reset the RS3000 If Manual Dead battery charger Try restarting dead battery problem persists call timeout charging once Then check the customer service condition of the battery and replace if necessary F64 Improper AC in Manual Neutral Over Current 1 Clear fault Reduce AC loads Reduce AC loads and or disable the charger If See manual problem persists use split phase AC input F500 Silicon Serial ID Manual Silicon Serial ID Service required Failure Failure F
19. 0170 01 01 DC Loads Terminology These loads are those that run off a DC electrical system battery A few examples of DC loads are pumps lights fans power vents toilet inverters and some water heaters DC loads rely on the batteries for power Electrolyte The liquid found inside storage batteries Electrolyte is a conductive medium in which the flow of electricity takes place In lead acid batteries the electrolyte is an acid water mixture Enable When a function is enabled it is allowed to occur but other conditions may have to be met before the function is activated or turned on For example the charger function on the RS3000 may be enabled but it will not charge unless qualified AC power is present Float Charge The third stage of three stage battery charging After batteries reach full charge charging voltage is reduced to a lower level to prevent gassing and to prolong battery life This stage is often referred to as a maintenance charge Rather than charging a battery it keeps an already charged battery from discharging while providing load current Hertz Hz The frequency or number of times per second that the flow of AC electricity reverses itself Also referred to as cycles per second see alternating current Idle Current The amount of electrical current drawn from the battery to keep an inverter running without a load Inductive Loads TVs VCRs stereos computers and
20. AC Freq 55Hz You can adjust Lo AC Freq settings as follows Range of values Increment Default 55 Hz 55 to 58 Hz 1 Hz This setting can be used when the AC supply frequency is lower than the set value required for the electrical equipment The lower frequency of the AC supply above which it will be qualified as good by the inverter charger can be varied High AC transfer voltage AC over voltage level This setting lets you adjust the voltage above which the inverter charger no longer qualifies AC as good and transfers to Invert Hi AC Volt 135V You can adjust Hi AC Volt settings as follows Range of values Increment Default 135 VAC 120 to 145 VAC 1 volt This setting lets you adjust the AC parameters when AC supply is outside the upper voltage range required for electrical equipment The upper limit of the voltage that will be qualified as good by the inverter charger can be varied Configuration Hi AC Freq Full name Configurable setting When to use Outcome High AC transfer frequency AC over frequency level This setting lets you adjust the highest frequency at which the RS3000 no longer qualifies AC as good and transfers to Invert Hi AC Freq 65Hz You can adjust Hi AC Freq settings as follows Range of values Increment Default 62 to 70 Hz 1 Hz 65 Hz This setting lets you adjust the AC parameters
21. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts your skin clothing or eyes Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection Avoid touching your eyes while working near batteries If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing wash immediately with soap and water If acid enters your eye immediately flood the eye with running cold water for at least ten minutes and get medical attention immediately Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or the engine Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto battery It might spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical parts that may cause explosion Safety 7 Remove personal metal items such as rings bracelets necklaces and watches when working with a lead acid battery A lead acid battery can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal causing a severe burn 8 Never charge a frozen battery 9 Ifnecessary to remove the battery always remove the grounded terminal from the battery first Make sure all accessories are off so as not to cause an arc 10 Be sure area around battery is well ventilated 11 Clean battery terminals Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with your eyes 12 Study all battery manufacturer s specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging and recommended rates of charge 13 For re
22. To view a fault list 1 On the Select Device menu highlight System and press Enter 2 On the System Settings menu highlight View Fault List 3 Press Enter 975 0170 01 01 4 11 Troubleshooting Table 4 4 provides a detailed description of the fault messages and solutions If you are unable to resolve the problem after referring to this table contact your dealer or Customer Service Table 4 4 Fault Messages Fault Fault Number Message Type Cause Solution FO is too hot and has Automatic FET1 Over Clear the fault and attempt shut down See Temperature Shutdown restart Ensure adequate guide ventilation around the RS3000 Reduce AC loads F2 is too hot and has Automatic FET2 Over Clear the fault and attempt shut down See Temperature Shutdown restart Ensure adequate guide ventilation around the RS3000 Reduce AC loads F3 is too hot and has Automatic Transformer Over Clear the fault and attempt shut down See Temperature Shutdown restart Ensure adequate guide ventilation around the RS3000 Reduce AC loads F4 Battery over temp Automatic Battery Over Clear the fault and attempt Inv Chg has shut Temperature Shutdown restart Stop charging check down See guide battery voltage and temperature Check for excessive ambient temperature and adequate ventilation in the battery compartment F5 is too hot and has Automatic Ambient Over Clear the fault and attempt shut down See Temperatur
23. a maximum charge rate of 150 amps Even though you can set a bank size of 2000 Ah where C 5 is 2000 5 400 amps the RS3000 would still charge at 150 amp maximum Max Chg Rate 100 You can adjust the Max Chg Rate settings as follows Range of values Increment Default 10 to 100 10 100 Displayed only if in charger mode when you wish to control the maximum charge rate to your batteries 975 0170 01 01 Lo DC Volt Full name Configurable setting When to use Batt Type Batt Size Sense Below Configurable setting When to use Outcome 975 0170 01 01 Configuration Low DC input voltage shutdown This setting lets you set the low voltage shutdown level for the inverter Lo DC Volt 10 0V You can adjust the Lo DC Volt settings as follows Range Increment Default 10 to 12 volts 0 1 volt 10 volts This setting limits the depth of discharge on your battery This feature is the same as described on the basic menu on page 3 16 This feature is the same as described on the basic menu on page 3 17 This setting lets you adjust the load power at which the inverter will turn on This setting saves battery consumption by keeping the inverter disabled turned off except when load demand is present Sense Below 50W You can adjust the Sense Below settings as follows Range of values Increment Default 40 watts to 150 watts 10 watts 50
24. can deliver without overheating is limited by the ambient air temperature The RS3000 will operate and deliver its continuous power rating at higher temperatures but the ambient temperature as well as the input voltage from the battery will limit the extent to which the unit can run continuously The RS3000 has 7500 watt surge for five seconds Operating the inverter charger in conditions outside of power and temperature limits however will result in thermal shutdown and or significantly decreased performance In addition operation in this range is outside the ratings covered by the regulatory approvals of the product See Invert Power Derating vs Ambient Temperature on page A 6 Difficulty on The inverter charger should be able to operate all AC loads rated at or starting loads below its power rating Some high horsepower induction motors used in pumps and other motor operated equipment require very high surge currents to start and the inverter charger may have difficulty starting these loads See Inverter Applications on page 4 17 If you have problems starting certain loads ensure that e the battery connections are tight and clean e the DC cabling is no longer than the recommended length Refer to the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger Installation Guide for this information e the AC wiring is of recommended size Refer to the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger Installation Guide for this information e the battery is
25. electric motors power tools vacuum cleaners for example are examples of inductive loads which surge on start up They require a high startup current compared to a resistive load such as a toaster or a coffee pot Inverter A device that converts DC power to AC power Light Emitting Diode LED An LED is a type of solid state lamp used to display various status functions Load Any device that consumes electricity in order to operate Appliances tools and lights are examples of electrical loads There are different types of loads such as AC loads and DC loads Low Battery Protection A control circuit that minimizes the flow of electricity from batteries to the inverter when battery voltage drops below a determined level National Electric Code 975 0170 01 01 The electrical wiring and installation code used in the United States NFPA 70 C 3 Terminology Overload Over current Protection A control circuit designed to protect a device wire inverter or charger for example from loads exceeding its capacity A fuse for example is an over current protection device All Xantrex inverters have internal circuitry to protect themselves from overload over current conditions Parallel Wiring A group of electrical devices such as batteries or PV modules wired together to increase current while voltage remains constant Two 100 amp hour 12 VDC batteries wired in parallel form a 200 amp hou
26. from the utility grid or a generator power is passed through the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger to operate connected AC loads The remaining AC power not used by loads is converted to DC power and used to charge batteries If AC input power becomes disconnected fails or falls out of specification and is no longer qualified as good AC a quick transfer takes place and the RS3000 begins converting DC power from the batteries into AC power to continue to supply power to the AC loads Inverting The RS3000 s inverting function e produces 120 volts AC from your batteries e delivers 3000 watts of power on a continuous basis and 7500 watts of surge power to start loads like pumps and refrigerators To prevent power being drawn needlessly from the batteries the RS3000 has included the load sensing feature Load Sense Mode To reduce battery draw you can turn on Load Sense mode with the System Control Panel In Load Sense mode the inverter periodically sends out a search pulse to see whether a load is present If it finds a load the inverter charger will turn on If no load is found then the inverter continues in Load Sense mode which reduces the inverter draw from the battery to a minimum In Load Sense mode there s a short delay up to the interval you ve set between the time you turn on a load and the time the inverter charger delivers power Load Sense mode can be disabled at any time if you find the delay to be inconve
27. level optimized for room temperature will not charge the batteries sufficiently if they are cold The charger must compensate by increasing its voltage to achieve the compensated equivalent of a room temperature charge If the batteries are hot the chemical reaction is hyperactive and they absorb energy too easily thus a standard room temperature charge would tend to overcharge a hot battery Therefore the charger compensates by reducing its voltage The battery temperature sensor automatically and in real time makes adjustments to the charger s voltage setpoints to properly charge your batteries The actual charge compensation formula can be found on page A 3 Important It is normal to see a voltage that is different than the specified setpoint when charging if the battery case temperature is above or below 77 F 25 C If a battery temperature sensor is not present the RS3000 uses the hot setting the default value unless the setting has been adjusted during configuration Charging may not be effective at extreme temperatures See Charger Specifications on page A 3 Figure 2 2 Battery Temperature Sensor 2 9 Operation Operating in Equalization Mode AX WARNING Explosive gases Equalization generates explosive gases Ensure adequate ventilation AN CAUTION Batteries may be damaged Sealed lead acid batteries and gel batteries must NEVER be equalized or premature battery failure will res
28. mm Height 8 1 inches 208 mm Weight 75 Ibs 34 kg Regulatory Approvals Safety CSA certified to CSA C22 2 No 107 1 and UL 458 EMC FCC and Industry Canada Class B Fan Operation The internal cooling fans are automatic temperature controlled Important This internal temperature of the inverter charger may be caused by heat in the inverter charger or by high ambient temperature The bottom fan is an exhaust fan and runs continuously 975 0170 01 01 A 5 Specifications Invert Power Derating vs Ambient Temperature The inverter charger delivers up to 3000 watts continuous of sine wave output to 50 C ambient temperature and 2250 watts continuous of sine wave output to 60 C ambient temperature derated linearly from 50 C to 60 C If the unit is in elevated ambient temperature above 50 C you are required to reduce power draw according to Figure A 1 to avoid over temperature shutdown 3000 2250 Output Power W 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Ambient Temperature Figure A 1 Inverter Output Power vs Ambient Temperature Charger Mode Charger output bulk mode is 150 amps DC to 50 C ambient In higher ambients the charger will automatically derate reduce output current to maintain internal temperatures at a safe level Output at 60 C ambient is approximately 75 amps A 6 975 0170 01 01 Battery Charging Reference Appendix B Battery Charging Reference describes the multista
29. no loads applied Outcome A small load like a clock display on a microwave may not get power When loads are below the load sense threshold the inverter will turn off the output to save battery power Clear Faults This feature is the same as described on the basic menu on page 3 17 View Device Info For more information on this sub menu Device Information see View Device Info View Device Information on page 3 27 Basic Menu Purpose Selecting Basic Menu takes you back to the basic menu of the RS3000 only Advanced menu items will no longer be visible on the System Control Panel When to use Use this setting when you want to return to the basic menu of the RS3000 975 0170 01 01 3 19 Configuration Sub Menus Configure Inv Chg Menu Configure Inverter Charger Menu Max Chg Rate Full name Configurable setting When to use Cfg Inv Chg is a sub menu If selected the following list of sub menu items appears Maximum charge rate The actual battery charge rate is determined by two things the battery bank size setting C divided by 5 C 5 and the charge rate setting 0 to 100 For example if the battery bank size is set to 300 Ah C and the charge rate is set at 100 the maximum charge rate is 300 5 60 amps x 100 which is a 60 amp charge rate If the charge rate setting is adjusted to 50 the maximum charge rate is 300 5 60 amps x 50 which is a 30 amp charge rate The RS3000 has
30. procedure 2 10 2 11 recommended frequency 2 10 terminating 2 11 equalization charge B 4 Ethernet incompatibility 1 9 F fan bottom 1 7 operation A 5 top exhaust fan 1 7 top intake fan 1 7 fault automatic 4 2 definition 2 14 4 11 escalating automatic 4 2 Index manual 2 14 4 2 fault types 4 2 faults and warnings 4 2 FCC compliance A 5 regulations x firmware revision number viewing 2 5 float charge B4 Force Charge defined 3 23 front panel described 1 7 illustrated 1 7 front panel light Absorption 2 14 Bulk 2 14 Charger ON 2 13 Equalize 2 14 External AC 2 13 Fault 2 13 Float 2 14 Inverter ON 2 13 Low Battery 2 13 Network 2 13 front panel lights and buttons described 1 8 illustrated 1 8 H hibernate mode 2 20 bringing system out of 2 20 when to use 2 20 Information about Your System form WA 4 invert power derating A 6 inverter purchase date WA 4 serial number WA 4 inverter operation operating limits 2 7 inverting described 1 3 L load sense configuring 3 19 mode 1 3 2 6 Load sense See also sense below and sense interval IX 2 M mounting flanges described 1 9 P power save mode entering and exiting 2 17 when to use 2 16 power share described 2 12 proof of purchase WA 4 protection features 1 6 purchase date WA 4 R regulatory approvals A 5 RS3000 advanced menu selecting 3 6 RS3000 basic menu example of 3
31. system into Hibernate mode Once in Hibernate mode the System Control Panel cannot return the System to Operating mode You must restore power to the network by pressing the Reset button on the RS3000 front panel for several seconds When the RS3000 has been reset all of the front panel lights illuminate and remain on for a minimum of five seconds After five seconds the lights remain illuminated until the front panel has status information for all the lights If an inverter charger supplies power to the network you can bring the system out of Hibernate mode either by pressing the reset button on the inverter charger front panel or by applying AC input with utility power or generator power 975 0170 01 01 Configuration Chapter 3 Configuration contains information about all configurable settings and procedures for the RS3000 This chapter provides information on using the SCP to configure the RS3000 settings Please refer to the System Control Panel Owner s Guide for detailed information on how to use the SCP Configuration General Configuration Information System Control Panel Enabling a function Disabling a function 3 2 The System Control Panel provides configuration and monitoring capability for all Xanbus enabled devices on the network All changes to the configuration of the RS3000 are made with the System Control Panel SCP See Using the System Control Panel on page 2 3 The front panel of
32. time you return to the list after viewing a complete message the viewed message is removed from the list If you have left the warning list you can view them at any time from the System Settings menu To view a fault list 1 On the Select Device menu highlight System and press Enter 2 On the System Settings menu highlight View Warning List 3 Press Enter 975 0170 01 01 4 7 Troubleshooting Table 4 3 provides a detailed description of the warning messages and solutions Table 4 3 Warning Messages Warning Warning Number Message Type Cause Solution WO FET1 over temp Automatic FET1 Over Ensure adequate ventilation Check airflow Temperature Warning around the RS3000 Reduce the around it AC loads W1 FET2 over temp Automatic FET2 Over Ensure adequate ventilation Check airflow Temperature Warning around the RS3000 Reduce the around it AC loads W2 Bulk cap over temp Automatic DC Bulk Capacitor Ensure adequate ventilation Check airflow Over Temperature around the RS3000 Reduce the around it Warning AC loads W3 Transf r over temp Automatic Transformer Over Ensure adequate ventilation Check airflow Temperature Warning around the RS3000 Reduce the around it AC loads W4 Battery over temp Automatic Battery Over Check battery voltage and Check battery Temperature Warning battery cable connections Stop settings charging if necessary Check for excessive ambien
33. to batteries inverter charger Check battery cables W12 Battery voltage is Automatic DC Under Voltage Recharge batteries and check getting low Warning battery cables from inverter to Recharge battery batteries for loose connections W13 Line 1 AC voltage Automatic AC Over Voltage Check AC input voltage too high System may Warning AC Line 1 Check high AC input voltage shut down input setting W14 Line 1 AC voltage Automatic AC Under Voltage Check AC input voltage too low System may Warning AC Line 1 Check low AC input voltage shut down input setting W15 Line 2 AC voltage Automatic AC Over Voltage Not applicable to RS3000 too high System may Warning AC Line 2 shut down input W16 Line 2 AC voltage Automatic AC Under Voltage Not applicable to RS3000 too low System may Warning AC Line 2 shut down input W18 Cannot Equalize Manual Cannot equalize Wrong battery type Change battery type only if the battery type setting is not the same as actual battery type Cannot equalize a gel or AGM battery W19 Equalization Manual Equalization Investigate cause of problem terminated terminated abnormally abnormally W500 Lost network Automatic Lost network Check network cables or connection 975 0170 01 01 connection terminators 4 9 Troubleshooting Table 4 3 Warning Messages Warning Warning Number Message Type Cause Solution W501 Inv Chg is trying to Manual Non volatile memory Nor
34. varies with the status of the inverter charger Standby Inverting Charging AC Bypass Load Sense or Equalize See Modes on page 3 10 for an explanation of the different modes For example Figure 3 2 shows the RS3000 in the float stage of charging You cannot select or change any of the information on the System screen If you would like to view more detailed information press the Enter button indicated by the menu arrow to go to the Select Device menu RS3000 F loat Battery Status 13 8V 6A 85 F Charger Output 13 5VE J 6A P menu Figure 3 2 RS3000 Float System Screen Example Viewing the Select Device Menu The Select Device menu is where you can view a list of all the Xanbus enabled devices in your power system To view the Select Device menu On the System screen press Enter The Select Device menu appears with RS3000 highlighted as shown in Figure 3 3 3 4 975 0170 01 01 Configuration Select Device RS3000 Auto Gen Start System Panel Clock Figure 3 3 Select Device Menu Selecting the RS3000 from the Select Device Menu To select the RS3000 from the Select Device menu 1 With RS3000 highlighted press Enter The RS3000 menu appears as shown in Figure 3 4 RS3000 Mode Invert Battery 13 1V 6A 80 F AC Out 0 5A 60Hz 118V Enabl ed Figure 3 4 RS3000 M enu in Invert M ode You can view and change RS3000 settings from the device menu The number of settings on the RS3000 men
35. watts Adjust this setting to control the inverter based on the load Sets the load threshold at a power level where you want the inverter to stay on for example when a sufficient load is applied For more information on this feature see Load Sense Mode on page 2 6 3 21 Configuration Sense Interval Configurable setting This setting lets you adjust the interval between load sense pulses The longer the interval the more power you will save However the longer intervals may cause delays in the inverter powering up and starting your loads For more information on this feature see Load Sense Mode on page 2 6 Sense Interval 1s You can adjust Sense Interval settings as follows Range of values Increment Default 1 to 25 seconds 1 second 1 second Cfg AC Limits Configure AC Limits Cfg AC Limits is a sub menu If selected a list of sub menu items appear For more information on this sub menu Configure AC Limits see page 3 24 Chg Stages Full name Number of charge stages Configurable setting These settings let you adjust your charger stages to either two stage charging or three stage charging The default setting for Chg Stages is 3Stage See Battery Charging Reference on page B 1 for an explanation of two stage and three stage charging Chg Stages 3Stage 3 22 975 0170 01 01 Eqz Volts Full name Configurable setting Force Charge Con
36. 0 s multi stage charging cycle includes a manual equalize mode that can be used if recommended by the battery manufacturer 975 0170 01 01 Battery Configuration The second line of the device screen indicates the status of the battery This line displays the volts V current A as either positive amps indicating that the battery is charging or negative amps indicating the battery is discharging because you re inverting and battery temperature in either F or C AC Input1 and AC Input2 AC Out 975 0170 01 01 When the RS3000 has external AC input connected these AC display lines indicate the status of the AC input Each AC display line shows the values for current A frequency Hz and the AC voltage in V This line is displayed only when the RS3000 is in invert mode This line indicates the AC output and shows the values for current A the frequency Hz and the AC voltage in V 3 11 Configuration RS3000 Menu Basic Inverter Configurable setting When to use Outcome Charger Configurable setting When to use The RS3000 basic menu indicates the status of items and lists settings that you may have to adjust on a routine basis If advanced menu is enabled scroll through the RS3000 advanced menu items until Basic Menu is highlighted and press Enter See Returning to RS3000 Basic Menu on page 3 7 This section describes each item in detail with an example of the lin
37. 0 menu items have a default setting The default setting is the value which was set at the time the unit was originally installed You can restore individual settings to their default value or you can restore all values to default settings See Restore Defaults Warning on page 3 29 3 8 975 0170 01 01 RS3000 Menu Structure An overview of the RS3000 menu structure is shown in Figure 3 8 The System Control Panel displays the RS3000 basic menu and advanced menu Configuration BASIC MENU ADVANCED MENU Mode Mode Battery Battery AC Input 1 AC Input 1 AC Input 2 AC Input 2 AC Out AC Out Inverter Inverter Charger Charger Max Charge Rate Power Share Power Share Lo DC Volt Equalize Configure Inv Chg Batt Type a Equalize batt size Clear Faults Load sense E Clear Faults Sense Interval View Device Info Cfg AC Limits F Chg Stages Basic Menu Eqz Volts invert mode onl y Force Charge Lo AC Volt Lo AC Freq Hi AC Volt Hi AC Freq Figure 3 8 RS3000 M enu Structure Overview 975 0170 01 01 View Fault Log View Warning Log View Event Log Restore Defaults 3 9 Configuration RS3000 Device Menu The RS3000 device menu displays status information on the different modes of the inverter charger The first three or four lines of the device screen displays dynamic content that changes depending on what mode that the RS3000 is in Modes The first line on the device menu indicates which mode t
38. 5 returning to 3 7 selecting 3 5 RS3000 device menu described 3 10 RS3000 menu structure illustrated 3 9 S safe mode caution 2 17 exiting 2 19 safety instructions Vii Select Device menu viewing 3 4 sense below configuring 3 21 sense below See also sense interval and load sense sense interval configuring 3 22 sense interval See also sense below and load sense serial number W A 4 side panel features described 1 9 illustrated 1 9 specifications charger A 3 environmental A 4 general A 4 inverter A 2 physical A 5 transfer A 4 split phase charging 1 3 defined C 4 975 0170 01 01 system button described 2 15 illustrated 2 15 system check charging and inverting 2 5 System Control Panel buttons described 2 3 function of 2 2 illustrated 2 15 using 2 3 system menu map 3 3 system mode operate 2 16 power save 2 16 system screen example of 3 4 T three stage charging algorithm B 2 three stage charging profile illustrated B 2 troubleshooting fault messages 4 11 general guidelines 4 5 motor loads 4 17 problem loads 4 17 resistive loads 4 17 warning messages 4 7 U Up arrow button 2 4 Ww warning automatic 4 3 definition 2 14 manual 4 3 types 4 3 warranty out of warranty service WA 4 terms and conditions WA 1 web site v X Xanbus system described 1 5 illustrated 1 5 Xanbus enabled 1 5 Xantrex web site v 975 0170 01 01
39. 502 Watchdog reset error Manual Watchdog reset error Service required F505 Controller fault Manual Controller fault Service required F506 Wrong fault Manual Wrong fault identifier Service required identifier F507 Wrong identifier Manual Wrong identifier Service required F508 Invalid interrupt Manual Invalid interrupt Service required 975 0170 01 01 Troubleshooting Inverter Applications Resistive Loads Motor Loads Problem Loads Very Small Loads 975 0170 01 01 The RS3000 performs differently depending on the AC loads connected to it If you are having problems with any of your loads read this section These are the loads that the inverter finds the simplest and most efficient to drive Voltage and current are in phase which means they are in step with one another Resistive loads usually generate heat in order to accomplish their tasks Toasters coffee pots and incandescent lights are typical resistive loads It is usually impractical to run larger resistive loads such as electric stove and water heaters from an inverter due to their high current requirements Even though the inverter may be able to accommodate the load the size of battery bank required would be impractical if the load is to be run for long periods Induction motors motors without brushes require two to six times their running current on start up The most demanding are those that start under load for example compressors and pump
40. 828 toll free North America 1 360 925 5143 direct Email customerservice xantrex com Direct returns may be performed according to the Xantrex Return Material Authorization Policy described in your product manual For some products Xantrex maintains a network of regional Authorized Service Centers Call Xantrex or check our website to see if your product can be repaired at one of these facilities What proof of purchase is required In any warranty claim dated proof of purchase must accompany the product and the product must not have been disassembled or modified without prior written authorization by Xantrex Proof of purchase may be in any one of the following forms e The dated purchase receipt from the original purchase of the product at point of sale to the end user or e The dated dealer invoice or purchase receipt showing original equipment manufacturer OEM status or e The dated invoice or purchase receipt showing the product exchanged under warranty 975 0170 01 01 WA 1 Warranty and Return What does this warranty not cover This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal installation or troubleshooting of the customer s electrical systems This warranty does not apply to and Xantrex will not be responsible for any defect in or damage to a the product if it has been misused neglected improperly installed physically damaged or altered either internally or externa
41. Battery under voltage protection Prevents inverter from discharging your batteries too low The inverter doesn t run if battery voltage is too low Over temperature protection Protects the unit from overheating by either derating charge mode or by shutting down invert mode See Invert Power Derating vs Ambient Temperature on page A 6 Automatic overload protection Protects the unit from excessive loads The unit will provide 7500 watts 2 5 times of the rated load for up to 5 seconds and then protect itself by shutting down See Inverter Specifications on page A 2 for more information Short circuit protection Protects the unit by shutting it down 975 0170 01 01 Introduction RS3000 Features Front Panel Features Before you begin to operate the RS3000 review the front panel features shown in Figure 1 2 and described in Table 1 1 A detailed view of the lights and buttons on the front panel is shown in Figure 1 3 and described in Table 1 2 xantrex Sine Wave Inverter Charger Figure 1 2 Front Panel of the RS3000 Table 1 1 Front Panel Features Feature Description 1 AC wiring compartment access panel provides access to the terminal block for wiring the AC input and AC output 2 AC knockouts provide access for AC input and AC output wiring A total of four knockouts are provided on the unit two on the front and one on each side not shown 3 Mou
42. EAD AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 975 0170 01 01 The RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger Operation Guide contains important safety instructions Before you install and use your RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger be sure to read understand and save these safety instructions and those in the other product guides Read all instructions and cautionary markings on the Inverter Charger the batteries and all appropriate sections of this guide WARNING Risk of injury or loss of life The RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger shall not be used in connection with life support systems or other medical equipment or devices WARNING The following warnings identify conditions or practices that could result in personal injury or loss of life 1 Use of accessories not recommended or sold by Xantrex Technology Inc may result in a risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons 2 The Inverter Charger is designed to be permanently connected to your AC and DC electrical systems Xantrex recommends that all wiring be done by a certified technician or electrician to ensure adherence to the local and national electrical codes applicable in your application 3 To avoid a risk of fire and electric shock make sure that existing wiring is in good condition and that wire is not undersized Do not operate the Inverter Charger with damaged or substandard wiring 4 To reduce risk of damage and injury charge only rechargeable lead acid batte
43. LAW TO APPLY TO THE PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD STIPULATED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IN NO EVENT WILL XANTREX BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES LOSSES COSTS OR EXPENSES HOWEVER ARISING WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT INCLUDING WITHOUT RESTRICTION ANY ECONOMIC LOSSES OF ANY KIND ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY ANY PERSONAL INJURY ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY ARISING FROM OR AS A RESULT OF MISUSE OR ABUSE OR THE INCORRECT INSTALLATION INTEGRATION OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT Exclusions If this product is a consumer product federal law does not allow an exclusion of implied warranties To the extent you are entitled to implied warranties under federal law to the extent permitted by applicable law they are limited to the duration of this Limited Warranty Some states and provinces do not allow limitations or exclusions on implied warranties or on the duration of an implied warranty or on the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation s or exclusion s may not apply to you This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights You may have other rights which may vary from state to state or province to province Warning Limitations On Use Please refer to your product manual for limitations on uses of the product SPECIFICALLY PLEASE NOTE THAT THE RS3000 SINE WAVE INVERTER CHARGER SHOULD NOT BE USED IN CONNECTION WITH LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEM
44. Manual faults Require you to clear them by e selecting Clear Faults on the RS3000 or on the device that generated the fault if the fault condition still exists the fault message reappears e correcting the condition that caused the fault Escalating automatic Clear automatically if the fault condition goes away faults just like an automatic fault However if an escalating automatic fault occurs several times within a defined time period the escalating automatic fault becomes a manual fault requiring user intervention For example if three faults occur in one minute it will no longer clear itself but becomes a manual fault Then you must identify the problem correct the fault condition and clear the fault or reset the device 975 0170 01 01 Warning Types 975 0170 01 01 Troubleshooting There are two types of warnings automatic and manual When the RS3000 detects a warning condition it displays a warning message on the System Control Panel Table 4 2 describes how they differ in their behavior and in how you can respond to them when they appear on the System Control Panel Table 4 2 Warning Types and Behavior Warning type Behavior Automatic warning Clear automatically if the fault condition that generated the message goes away You can also acknowledge automatic warnings without waiting for them to clear automatically Manual warning Require you to acknowledge them before you can proce
45. PONSIBILITY 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 Date and Revision December 2004 Rev B Part Number 975 0170 01 01 Contact I nformation Telephone 1 800 670 0707 toll free North America 1 360 925 5097 direct Fax 1 800 994 7828 toll free North America 1 360 925 5143 direct Email customerservice xantrex com Web www xantrex com About This Guide Purpose Scope Audience Organization 975 0170 01 01 The RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger Operation Guide provides explanations and procedures for operating configuring and troubleshooting the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger RS3000 The guide provides safety guidelines and information about operating configuring and troubleshooting the unit It does not include information for installing the inverter charger Refer to the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger Installation Guide The guide also provides general guidelines on batteries it does not provide details about particular brands of batteries You need to consult individual battery manufacturers for this information The guide is intended for users who need to configure and operate the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger This guide is organized into four chapters and three appendixes Chapter 1 Introduction outlines the mai
46. S OR OTHER MEDICAL EQUIPMENT OR DEVICES WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING XANTREX MAKES NO WA 2 975 0170 01 01 Warranty and Return REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES REGARDING THE USE OF THE XANTREX RS3000 SINE WAVE INVERTER CHARGER IN CONNECTION WITH LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS OR OTHER MEDICAL EQUIPMENT OR DEVICES Please note that the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger is not intended for use as an uninterruptible power supply and Xantrex makes no warranty or representation in connection with any use of the product for such purposes Return Material Authorization Policy Before returning a product directly to Xantrex you must obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA number and the correct factory Ship To address Products must also be shipped prepaid Product shipments will be refused and returned at your expense if they are unauthorized returned without an RMA number clearly marked on the outside of the shipping box if they are shipped collect or if they are shipped to the wrong location When you contact Xantrex to obtain service please have your instruction manual ready for reference and be prepared to supply e The serial number of your product e Information about the installation and use of the unit e Information about the failure and or reason for the return e A copy of your dated proof of purchase Record these details on page WA 4 Return Procedure 1 Package the unit safely preferably using the original b
47. Smart choice for power xa ntrex RS3000 Operation Guide RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger www xantrex com Smart choice for power Xa ntrex RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger Operation Guide About Xantrex Xantrex Technology Inc is a world leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to one MW utility scale systems for wind solar batteries fuel cells microturbines and backup power applications in both grid connected and stand alone systems Xantrex products include inverters battery chargers programmable power supplies and variable speed drives that convert supply control clean and distribute electrical power Trademarks RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger is a trademark of Xantrex International Xantrex and Xanbus are registered trademarks of Xantrex International Other trademarks registered trademarks and product names are the property of their respective owners and are used herein for identification purposes only Notice of Copyright RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger Operation Guide December 2004 Xantrex International All rights reserved Disclaimer UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC XANTREX 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 RES
48. Voltage Displays a range of 13 0 to 18 0V with a resolution of 0 1V Menu Pressing Menu returns you to Select Device screen Cancel 975 0170 01 01 Pressing Cancel will display a confirmation screen as shown in Figure 3 12 asking you to confirm that you want to cancel equalization 3 15 Configuration Batt Type Full name Configurable setting When to use RS3000 Equalize Are you sure you Want to cancel Equalization y ves Figure 3 12 Equalization Cancellation Warning If you choose Yes the equalization process is cancelled and you are returned to the RS3000 home menu If you choose No the equalization home screen as shown in Figure 3 11 appears Battery Type Select the type of battery from flooded custom AGM or gel If a battery temperature sensor is not present the RS3000 uses the hot setting which is the default value unless the setting has been adjusted during configuration Batt Type Flooded This setting is adjusted for the type of battery you have It is important during installation to choose the correct setting battery type to optimize the charge algorithm for your battery and to properly enable or disable equalization See Battery Charging Reference on page B 1 for more information The custom setting is selected to get the battery settings programmed by the dealer 975 0170 01 01 Batt Size Full name Configurable setting When to
49. W Load sense Off lt 60W DC low voltage shutdown 10 volts DC over voltage shutdown 16 volts 975 0170 01 01 Charger Specifications All charging specifications are at nominal conditions ambient temperature of 77 F 25 C 120 VAC 60 Hz input unless otherwise specified Table A 2 Charger Specifications 975 0170 01 01 Charging method Specifications e Three stage charge Bulk Absorption Float e Two stage charge Bulk Absorption The default charging method is three stage Without a battery temperature sensor Three settings with the following temperature values e Cool 50 F 10 C e Warm 77 F 25 C e Hot 104 F 40 C The default value for this setting is Hot and it can only be changed by a dealer factory or service centre With a battery temperature sensor The temperature compensation coefficients on a 12 volt battery are as follows e Flooded 27 mV x 25 C BTS C e Gel 27 mV x 25 C BTS C e AGM 21 mV x 25 C BTS C Equalization cycle Yes manual via System Control Panel Number of independent battery banks Battery bank size settings 50 2000 Ahr Battery type settings Flooded AGM Gel Custom Power factor corrected charging Yes Input power factor at full gt 0 95 charge rate AC input voltage 90 135 VAC AC input frequency 60 Hz nominal 55 65 Hz operating range Minimum battery voltage
50. adjusting these settings refer to the electrical rating of connected load equipment Most equipment that is marked with a single voltage 120 VAC for example rather than a range 110 125 VAC can be expected to run properly over the range of 108 VAC to 125 VAC since this is the normal supply range of electrical utilities Lo AC Volt Full name Configurable setting When to use Outcome Low AC Transfer voltage AC under voltage level Low AC Transfer voltage is the voltage below which the inverter charger no longer qualifies AC as good opens the relay and attempts to transfer to Invert mode if Invert is enabled Lo AC Volt 90 0V You can adjust Lo AC Volt settings as follows Range of values Increment Default 85 to 110 VAC 1 volt 90 VAC This setting lets you adjust the AC parameters when AC supply is outside of the lower voltage range required for electrical equipment The lower level of voltage that will be accepted as good by the inverter charger can be varied 975 0170 01 01 Lo AC Freq Full name Configurable setting When to use Outcome Hi AC Volt Full name Configurable setting When to use Outcome 975 0170 01 01 Configuration Low AC transfer frequency AC under frequency level This setting lets you adjust the lowest frequency at which the inverter charger no longer qualifies AC as good and attempts to transfer to invert mode Lo
51. age or three stage charging e You can interrupt the charge cycle any time you desire by disabling the charger from the System Control Panel or by pressing the Charger Enable button on the front panel of the RS3000 so it is no longer illuminated e To maintain optimal performance in flooded batteries an occasional equalize cycle may be required See Operating in Equalization Mode on page 2 10 e While the batteries are being charged you can monitor which stage they are in from the front panel of the RS3000 or from the System Control Panel To operate the charger with the System Control Panel refer to Chapter 3 Configuration 975 0170 01 01 Operation Charger Operation with Battery Temperature Sensor 975 0170 01 01 Since battery temperature is a key factor in correct charging the charging formula must be adjusted automatically and in real time according to the actual battery temperature to ensure that batteries are fully charged but not overcharged For this reason Xantrex has included a battery temperature sensor see Figure 2 2 with your RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger and has temperature compensated the charge formula The battery temperature sensor continuously measures the temperature of the battery and adjusts charger output for a more accurate temperature compensated charge When batteries are cold their chemical reaction is sluggish meaning they don t absorb charge as easily Thus a charge
52. and activity to each other See Figure 1 1 System Control Panel ee eae i i l ACO DC Monitor Inverter Charger AC In AC Panel Legend Xanbus Enabled F Devices Transfer Switch ama Network Connection Battery and Fuse Thermostat 1 Automatic Generator Generator AC Input Generator control Start W Terminator Figure 1 1 Typical Xanbus System Diagram Thermostat 2 The Xanbus enabled designation means that this product works on a Xanbus network Xanbus enabled products are e Easy to use The Xanbus network simplifies operation and automates routine tasks e Reliable Software control eliminates analog signalling errors e Accurate Digital information is less susceptible to interference and line loss e Upgradeable Software upgrades mean your purchase will remain up to date For detailed instructions and a complete list of Xanbus enabled devices visit www xantrex com 1 5 Introduction Comprehensive Electronic Protection RS3000 is approved to meet a number of safety standards including UL 458 and CSA C22 2 No 107 1 See Regulatory Approvals on page A 5 for more information 1 6 RS3000 is equipped with numerous protection features to ensure safe operation Protection feature This feature Battery over voltage protection Keeps the battery voltage from getting too high in charge mode Shuts the inverter off in invert mode
53. ation Full name Definition SOC State of charge Indicates the quantity of electrical energy stored inside a battery UL Underwriters A standards writing and certification body which tests and Laboratory approves products for regulatory compliance to international standards THD Total Harmonic A measure of how pure or clean a waveform is Distortion VAC Volts Alternating See Alternating Current in Glossary Current VDC Volts Direct Current See Direct Current in Glossary WwW Watts See Glossary C Degrees Celsius Temperature system that uses 0 C for the freezing point and 100 C for the boiling point of water F Degrees Fahrenheit Temperature system that uses 32 F as the freezing point and 212 F as the boiling point of water 975 0170 01 01 C 8 Warranty and Return Information Warranty What does this warranty cover This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology Inc Xantrex and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger This warranty period lasts for 36 months from the date of purchase at the point of sale to you the original end user customer You require proof of purchase to make warranty claims This Limited Warranty is transferable to subsequent owners but only for the unexpired portion of the Warranty Period Subsequent owners also require proof of purchase What will Xantrex do Xantrex will at its option repair or replace the defective product free o
54. ay be serviced or replaced for a flat fee To return your RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger for out of warranty service contact Xantrex Customer Service for a Return Material Authorization RMA number and follow the other steps outlined in Return Procedure on page WA 3 Payment options such as credit card or money order will be explained by the Customer Service Representative In cases where the minimum flat fee does not apply as with incomplete units or units with excessive damage an additional fee will be charged If applicable you will be contacted by Customer Service once your unit has been received Information About Your System As soon as you open your RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger package record the following information and be sure to keep your proof of purchase O Serial Number Purchased From O Purchase Date If you need to contact Customer Service please record the following details before calling This information will help our representatives give you better service Type of installation e g RV truck Length of time inverter charger has been installed Battery battery bank size Oo O O O Battery type e g flooded or wet sealed gel cell AGM DC wiring size and length Description of indicators on front panel Appliances operating when problem occurred O 4 0 0 Description of problem O Any fault or warning displayed if using a System Control Panel
55. d for on page page WA 4 e Loads the RS3000 was running or attempting to run e Battery condition at the time of failure voltage state of charge for example if known e Recent sequence of events for example charging had just finished we disconnected shore power as were preparing to leave the RV park but the inverter didn t come on e Any known unusual AC input factors such as low voltage or unstable generator output e Extreme conditions which may have existed at the time temperature vibrations moisture for example Attempt the solution indicated in Table 4 3 or Table 4 4 If your RS3000 or System Control Panel is not displaying a Fault light check the following list to make sure that the present state of the installation allows proper operation of the unit Is the inverter charger located in a clean dry adequately ventilated place Have the AC input breakers opened If so your pass through load may have exceeded the rating of one or more of the input breakers Are the battery cables adequately sized and short enough Is the battery in good condition and are all DC connections tight Are the AC input and output connections and wiring in good condition Are the configuration settings correct for your particular installation Are the display panel and the communications cable properly connected and undamaged 4 5 Troubleshooting 4 6 O Is the battery temperature sensor and its cable properly connected a
56. der Frequency Clear the fault and attempt problem Check gen Shutdown AC Line 1 restart Check AC input for underspeed input frequency Check and adjust AC input low frequency setting F18 AC input frequency Automatic AC Over Frequency Not applicable to RS3000 problem Check gen Shutdown AC Line 2 for overspeed input F19 AC input frequency Automatic AC Under Frequency Not applicable to RS3000 problem Check gen Shutdown AC Line 2 for underspeed input F23 Reset the RS3000 If Escalating AC Over Voltage Clear the fault and attempt problem persists call Auto Fault Shutdown Inverter restart If problem persists call customer service Must occur AC output customer service 3 times in 30 seconds before becoming a manual fault 4 14 975 0170 01 01 Troubleshooting Table 4 4 Fault Messages Fault Fault Number Message Type Cause Solution F24 Reset the RS3000 If Escalating AC Under Voltage Clear the fault and attempt problem persists call Auto Fault Shutdown Inverter restart If problem persists call customer service Must occur AC output customer service 3 times in 60 seconds before becoming a manual fault F25 Reset the RS3000 If Escalating Auxiliary Power Clear the fault and attempt problem persists call Auto Fault Supply Over Voltage restart If problem persists call customer service Mustoccur Shutdown customer service 3 times in 30 seconds
57. e Shutdown restart Ensure adequate guide ventilation around RS3000 Reduce AC loads F6 Too many AC loads Escalating AC Overload Clear the fault and attempt Turn some off clear Auto Fault Shutdown AC restart Reduce AC loads fault try again Mustoccur OUTPUT 3 times in 30 seconds before becoming a manual fault 975 0170 01 01 Troubleshooting Table 4 4 Fault Messages Fault Fault Number Message Type Cause Solution F7 Too many AC loads Escalating AC Overload PEAK Clear the fault and attempt Turn some off clear Auto Fault CURRENT Shutdown restart Reduce AC loads fault try again Must occur AC OUTPUT 3 times in 30 seconds before becoming a manual fault F8 has lost input neutral Manual Neutral loss shutdown Clear the fault and attempt connection See restart Check AC input wiring guide for presence of a proper neutral connection and ground connection Check the AC input source to make sure the neutral is bonded to ground F9 Battery voltage is too Automatic DC Over Voltage Clear the fault and attempt high See guide Shutdown restart Ensure battery voltage is 10 16 VDC at RS3000 terminals Check all other charging source outputs battery cables F10 Battery is too low Automatic DC Under Voltage Clear the fault and attempt can t invert Shutdown Immediate restart Recharge batteries Recharge battery occurs if DC voltage is
58. e item as it appears on the System Control Panel Each item is described in terms of its purpose whether it is a display or configurable setting when to use and the outcome of changing the setting Important On the System Control Panel use the up arrow button or down arrow button to change the value Holding down a button lets you scroll through values quickly This setting lets you enable or disable the inverter In the example shown the inverter is enabled For an explanation of enable and disable see Terminology on page C 1 The default setting for the inverter is disabled Inverter Enabl ed Enable the inverter when you would like to have AC power from the inverter The inverter is enabled The inverter provides power from the batteries unless qualified AC input power is present This setting lets you enable or disable the operation of the charger In the example shown the charger is enabled The default setting for the charger is enabled Charger Enabled Set the charger to Enabled when you want your batteries charged when connected to AC power The charger can be set to Disabled anytime during the charge cycle to immediately stop charging The charger can also be enabled or disabled from the RS3000 front panel 975 0170 01 01 Outcome Power Share Configurable setting When to use Outcome 975 0170 01 01 Configuration If the AC is qualified the charger opera
59. e up to the user to remove disconnect loads if tripping the AC input breaker supplying the RS3000 is to be avoided 975 0170 01 01 Monitoring the RS3000 Indicator Lights Table 2 2 Front Panel Lights Operation The ten indicator lights on the front panel show you the operating status of the RS3000 A description of the lights is provided in Table 2 2 If none of the front panel lights are on see Troubleshooting Reference on page 44 Light Illuminated Color Status Action or Status Item External AC Green When the RS3000 is connected to a You can run your appliances qualified AC source or a generator from an AC source like the the External AC light illuminates utility grid or a generator Inverter ON Green When the RS3000 is enabled on You can run your appliances and producing AC or load sensing from the inverter the Inverter ON light illuminates This light is not illuminated if the unit is charging Low Battery Yellow When the Low Battery light You can run your appliances but illuminates the battery level is low your battery level is low Charge your battery or connect to an AC source or turn off the inverter Network Green Indicates that there is activity on the Communication on the network network Fault Red A fault has occurred on the Investigate and clear the fault network condition Charger ON Green When the RS3000 is in charge The charger is active and 975 0170 01 01 mode
60. ed or a fault occurs the unit will return to bulk charge when battery charging resumes If battery charging is interrupted in any stage other than bulk the unit will go to float charge when battery charging resumes However if any of two conditions occur a new bulk charge cycle is initiated when battery charging begins e the battery drops below 12 5 VDC for 15 minutes Vp The 15 minute countdown is independent of mode inverting bulk charging float charging for example e 21 days have passed from the time the charger completed Absorption ATp 975 0170 01 01 Terminology This section provides a glossary of terms and a listing of abbreviations used in this guide Terminology Glossary Absorption Charge The second stage of three stage battery charging Voltage remains constant and current reduces as the battery becomes charged This ensures complete charging Alternating Current AC The type of electrical power supplied by the power utility or an AC generator The unique characteristic of this form of electricity is that it reverses direction at regular intervals For example 120 VAC 60 Hz power reverses flow 60 times a second hence the rating 60 Hz cycles per second Ambient Temperature Refers to the air temperature around the inverter which will affect its output power Ampere Amp A measurement of the flow of electrical current One amp is equal to the current that flows when o
61. ed with configuring or operating the RS3000 Manual warnings are usually in the form of a Yes No question that you may acknowledge by pressing the Enter button on the System Control Panel for Yes and the Exit button for No Refer to the System Control Panel Owner s Guide for more information 4 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Reference This chapter provides you with troubleshooting tips to identify and solve most problems that can occur with the RS3000 This chapter is divided into the following four sections Section Page Number General Troubleshooting Guidelines See page 4 5 Warning Messages See page 4 7 Fault Messages See page 4 11 Inverter Applications Loads See page 4 17 4 4 975 0170 01 01 Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Guidelines This section will help you narrow down the source of any problem you may encounter Please read the following troubleshooting steps 975 0170 01 01 1 Check for a Warning or Fault message on the System Control Panel See Warning Messages on page 4 7 and Fault Messages on page 4 11 for descriptions of these messages and the specific actions to take If a message is displayed record it before doing anything further As soon as possible record on the form Information About Your System on page WA 4 the conditions at the time the problem occurred These details should include the following as well as any other information aske
62. er for your microwave entertainment system computer and other loads This power is identical to the AC source provided from the utility grid power company Some of the benefits of sine wave power include consistent cooking in your microwave handling of sensitive loads such as your TV set dimmer switches and appliances with speed controls As a 150 amp power factor corrected charger the RS3000 quickly and efficiently recharges your batteries Unique split phase design transfers up to 12 kVA of incoming qualified AC power Premium Power and Ease of Use For managing your onboard power system the RS3000 provides superior features and rugged durability combined with ease of use 1 2 3000 watt inverter charger with 7500 watt surge for 5 seconds Three stage charge with 150 amps of output and charge formulas for flooded gel and AGM deep cycle batteries plus equalization for flooded batteries Sine wave output powers sensitive entertainment electronics Split phase input transfers two legs of 50 amps to make full use of available AC power Easy to read indicator lights on the front panel Automatic cooling fans Power sharing reduces charging current to prevent tripping of AC input breaker 975 0170 01 01 Introduction How RS3000 Works The RS3000 is designed to e invert e charge e accept both split phase and dual input See Glossary on page C 2 for a definition of these terms With AC input available
63. er monitors the batteries but does not float them A new two stage charge cycle will be initiated under the same conditions as for three stage charging Bulk Absorption Float Va VG VFL Ve2 Vcharge Time Figure B 1 Three Stage Charging Profile Table B 1 Battery Defaults Voltage Flooded or wet Gel AGM Va Absorption Voltage VDC 14 4 14 4 14 3 VG Gassing Voltage VDC 13 5 13 8 13 45 VF Float Voltage VDC 13 5 13 8 13 45 Vm Float Exit Voltage VDC 12 5 12 5 12 5 975 0170 01 01 B 5 Battery Charging Reference Voltage Flooded or wet Gel AGM VE Equalize Voltage VDC 15 5 NA NA Current Flooded or wet Gel AGM Ip Bulk Current ADC 20 Ah 20 Ah 20 Ah ly Absorption Exit Current ADC 2 Ah 2 Ah 2 Ah Ig Equalize Current ADC 10 Ah NA NA Time Flooded or wet Gel AGM ATA Absorption Timeout hours 6 6 6 ATcy Constant Voltage Absorption Timeout hours 1 1 1 ATR Float Timeout days 21 21 21 ATR Equalize Timeout hours 1 NA NA Batte B 6 The numbers presented in Table B 1 and elsewhere in this guide are base numbers only and will vary with factors such as temperature compensation and battery type Important The custom battery factory defaults are the same as for an AGM battery ry Charger Interruption If battery charging is interrupted in bulk charge for example AC is disconnect
64. f charge provided that you notify Xantrex of the product defect within the Warranty Period and provided that Xantrex through inspection establishes the existence of such a defect and that it is covered by this Limited Warranty Xantrex will at its option use new and or reconditioned parts in performing warranty repair and building replacement products Xantrex reserves the right to use parts or products of original or improved design in the repair or replacement If Xantrex repairs or replaces a product its warranty continues for the remaining portion of the original Warranty Period or 90 days from the date of the return shipment to the customer whichever is greater All replaced products and all parts removed from repaired products become the property of Xantrex Xantrex covers both parts and labor necessary to repair the product and return shipment to the customer via a Xantrex selected non expedited surface freight within the contiguous United States and Canada Alaska and Hawaii are excluded Contact Xantrex Customer Service for details on freight policy for return shipments outside of the contiguous United States and Canada How do you get service If your product requires troubleshooting or warranty service contact your merchant If you are unable to contact your merchant or the merchant is unable to provide service contact Xantrex directly at Telephone 1 800 670 0707 toll free North America 1 360 925 5097 direct Fax 1 800 994 7
65. figurable setting When to use Outcome 975 0170 01 01 Configuration Equalization voltage This setting lets you set the desired equalization voltage This menu is displayed only if charger equalization is enabled Select a setting based on the battery manufacturer s recommendation For more information see Battery Charging Reference on page B 1 Eqz Volts 15 5V You can adjust Eqz Volts settings as follows Range of values Increment Default 13 5 to 15 5 VDC 0 1 volts 15 5 VDC This setting forces the charger to be enabled On whenever you have requalified AC The default setting for Force Charge is On enabled Force Charge On Turn Force Charge to On if you want to automatically start charging whenever you connect to a qualified AC input regardless of whether the Charger is Enabled or Disabled Turn Force Charge to Off if you want charging to be determined only by whether the Charger is Enabled or Disabled If Force Charge is turned to On the charger starts whenever you have qualified AC Configuration Cfg AC Limits Configure AC Limits AN CAUTION Risk of damage to equipment The following configuration settings adjust the quality of the AC input source that the inverter charger will qualify and pass through to your AC loads Voltage or frequency that is too high or too low for a particular piece of load equipment may cause damage to that load Before
66. fillable flooded batteries add distilled water in each cell until the battery acid reaches the level specified by the battery manufacturer This helps to purge excessive gas from cells Do not overfill Carefully follow manufacturer s recharging instructions FCC Information to the User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction guide may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 975 0170 01 01 Contents Important Safety Instructions
67. for high reliability of operation and has a number of protection features to provide trouble free operation If however you have any problems operating your inverter charger read this troubleshooting chapter If you cannot resolve the problem record the necessary information on the form Information About Your System on page WA 4 This information will help your dealer or Xantrex Customer Service to assist you better when you contact them Troubleshooting Faults and Warnings Fault Types 4 2 When a fault or warning message appears you can acknowledge the message to clear the screen To acknowledge a fault or warning message press the Enter button on the System Control Panel This action does not clear the fault or warning condition so you should consult Table 4 3 and Table 4 4 for suggested actions after you have acknowledged the message Refer to the System Control Panel Owner s Guide for more information on faults and warnings There are three types of fault messages automatic faults manual faults and escalating automatic faults Table 4 1 describes how they differ in their behavior and how you can respond to them when they appear on the System Control Panel Table 4 1 Faults Types and Behaviors Fault type Behavior Automatic faults Clear automatically if the fault condition that generated the message goes away You can also acknowledge automatic faults without waiting for them to clear automatically
68. ge charging algorithm formula of the RS3000 Battery Charging Reference Charging Algorithms Formulas Battery Type Flooded or wet Gel AGM Custom RS3000 charges flooded or wet lead acid gel AGM absorbed glass mat and custom batteries See Batt Type on page 3 16 for information on selecting your battery type Flooded or wet batteries have removable battery caps for refilling with distilled water and testing the electrolyte Gel batteries have the electrolyte in the form of a gel rather than a liquid and do not require topping up Gel batteries are sealed and the battery caps are not removable AGM absorbed glass mat batteries are similar to gel batteries except that the electrolyte is absorbed into a fiberglass matting Custom is configured by the dealer factory or service center for battery types other than those listed above AN WARNING Risk of battery damage Since the RS3000 has only one battery type setting for all batteries connected to its bank do not mix battery types All connected batteries should be of one kind Flooded or wet or Gel or AGM or Custom Charge Algorithm Stages Three Stage charging B 2 If three stage charging is enabled the RS3000 will charge batteries in a sequence known as three stage charging The charging voltage delivered to the battery depends on the battery e type setting e temperature by switch setting or battery temperature sensor e s
69. hat connects your inverter output or AC input from the utility grid or generator to your loads Because the usual AC power sources such as campground outlets or small generators often have limited current availability having the capability to manage your AC loads is extremely valuable The RS3000 provides a number of features to facilitate this e The charger is power factor corrected to use AC current as efficiently as possible and only requires 22 amps to provide rated charger output Minimizing the AC current used by the charger means more current is available for your AC loads e RS3000 has a power share feature which prioritizes your AC loads by reducing the charge current and maintaining the total input current to less than your breaker setting or the breaker setting e Occasionally AC input sources have low voltage To avoid loading these weak sources any further the charger automatically reduces its AC current draw as the AC voltage approaches the minimum acceptable level 975 0170 01 01 Xanbus System Xanbus Enabled xanbus ENABLED 975 0170 01 01 Introduction The Xanbus system includes the RS3000 and other Xanbus enabled devices The RS3000 is the device in a Xanbus system that typically provides network power 800 mA at 15 volts DC All of the Xanbus enabled devices such as the RS3000 the System Control Panel SCP and the Automatic Generator Start AGS are able to communicate their settings
70. hat the RS3000 is in Table 3 1 defines the seven different modes Invert Bulk Absorption Float AC Bypass AC Passthru Load Sense and Equalize Table 3 1 Modes Mode Description Invert The RS3000 is converting DC power to AC power Bulk The first stage of three stage battery charging Current is supplied to the batteries at a constant rate while voltage gradually rises Absorption The second stage of three stage battery charging Voltage remains constant and current reduces as the battery becomes charged This ensures complete charging Float The third stage of three stage battery charging After the batteries reach full charge charging voltage is reduced to a lower level to prevent gassing and to prolong battery life This stage is often referred to as a maintenance charge Rather than charging a battery it keeps an already charged battery from discharging while providing load current AC Bypass ACPassthru AC input from an AC source like the utility grid or from a generator is allowed to pass through the unit to operate connected AC loads The charger is not enabled but AC is qualified as good and passed through the unit Load Sense In order to minimize power draw from the battery the inverter will periodically check if a load is connected when the inverter is enabled Equalize 3 10 To improve the life and performance of a non sealed flooded or wet battery the RS300
71. he battery manufacturer and only as often as specified After initiating an equalize charge cycle the charger will always execute a bulk and absorption charge stage before starting the actual equalize charge stage The equalize charge stage has a default current and voltage setpoint at 10 of C in Ah and 15 5 VDC respectively During the equalize charge stage the charger will produce current equal to the current setpoint as long as the battery voltage is still less than the voltage setpoint When the voltage setpoint is reached the charger will change its current output to keep the battery voltage steady at the voltage setpoint level There is a timeout default is 1 hour for the equalize charge stage The charger will exit equalize after the timeout has occurred even if the voltage setpoint has not been reached Should another equalize cycle be required it has to be manually initiated from the System Control Panel Should an AC reconnect occur during the equalize charge stage the charger will return to the float no float charge stage depending on which one is selected 975 0170 01 01 Two Stage Charging Charge Algorithm Graph Charge Algorithm Definitions Battery Charging Reference If the two stage charge is enabled the charger finishes the absorption charge but does not go to float mode because some battery manufacturers advise against floating their batteries The RS3000 goes into a monitoring mode instead where the charg
72. ic gravity is still uneven To equalize your batteries 1 Turn off or disconnect all loads on the battery The voltage applied to the battery during equalization may damage your electronic equipment As well equalization won t proceed correctly if loads are drawing current from the battery Check electrolyte level Fill with distilled water if the electrolyte level is low To request the equalization charge ensure the Charger is enabled On the System Control Panel select Equalize on the RS3000 home menu For detailed information on configuring this setting refer to Equalize on page 3 14 When equalization is finished check the battery electrolyte level Top up as necessary with distilled water only and recheck the specific gravity as specified by the battery manufacturer Terminating the Equalization Process The equalization process can be terminated in three ways 975 0170 01 01 user cancellation from the System Control Panel as shown in Figure 3 12 on page 3 16 inverter charger cancellation if AC is removed or the charger is disabled successful completion of the equalization process 2 11 Operation Operating Limits for Charger Operation Power Share The maximum output current for the RS3000 is 150 amps You can reduce the total output if you change the Max Chg Rate setting on the RS3000 Advanced Menu or the maximum Power Share setting on the RS3000 Basic Menu The charger ca
73. ight illuminates when there is activity on the network Fault light illuminates if a fault condition occurs Di nm A wl N Charger ON light illuminates when the RS3000 is in charge mode and is producing DC output to charge your batteries Bulk light illuminates when the charger is in the bulk stage of battery charging o N Absorption light illuminates when the charger is in the absorption stage of battery charging Float light illuminates when the charger is in the float stage of battery charging 10 Equalize light illuminates when the unit is equalizing the batteries 11 Charger Enable button toggles between enable On and disable Off The Charge Enable button illuminates when the charger is enabled and it can produce DC output to charge your batteries When the charger is disabled it does not produce DC output to charge your batteries but still passes AC input through to AC loads if present 12 Inverter Enable button toggles between enable On and disable Off The Inverter Enable button illuminates when the inverter is enabled and it can produce AC output to run your AC loads When the inverter is disabled it does not produce AC output to run your loads 13 1 8 Reset button is used for several functions to reset after a fault to perform a power on reset to wake the RS3000 from Power Save mode or Hibernate mode See Operating in Invert Mode on page 2 6 for a description
74. include e Changing the system mode e Enabling or disabling the charger Important The Move Down arrow on the right of the menu indicates additional menu items below the bottom edge of the display Event Log Inv Chg 532 May 13 04 10 58 528 May 10 04 10 15 527 Apr 30 04 4 06 517 Apr 28 04 12 00 Figure 3 14 Event Log The list provides useful information to a technical user about events on the system including an event ID and the date and time of the event The Restore Default command restores the default settings for each device Restore Defaults Adjust this setting when you wish to restore your settings to defaults Important Restoring to defaults will overwrite all of the stored values When you select Restore Defaults a warning message appears as shown in Figure 3 15 975 0170 01 01 975 0170 01 01 Configuration Warning W252 RS3000 Please confirm Restore device s default settings g continue cancel gy Figure 3 15 Restore Defaults Warning If you select continue your settings will be restored to default If you select cancel your existing settings will be retained and the Device Info menu appears Troubleshooting WARNING Electrical shock and fire hazard Do not disassemble the RS3000 It does not contain any user serviceable parts Attempting to service the unit yourself could result in electrical shock or fire The RS3000 is designed
75. information about the different types of modes 975 0170 01 01 Operation Using the System Control Panel Display screen Indicator lights Push buttons 975 0170 01 01 The System Control Panel has important features which you ll want to be familiar with as shown in Figure 2 1 System information is shown on the display screen with an adjustable backlight Four indicator lights on the front panel indicate the operating status of the Xanbus system Four push buttons allow you to select device menus and change or display settings The red System button toggles the System Control Panel and Xanbus enabled devices between Operating mode and Power Save mode For more information on the different system modes see Operating in Invert Mode on page 2 6 xantrex AC In Chare Figure 2 1 System Control Panel Table 2 1 System Control Panel Features and Buttons Feature Description 1 AC In Charge light indicates that qualified AC is present at the input of an inverter charger When the RS3000 is connected to a qualified AC source like the utility grid or a generator this light on the System Control Panel illuminates 2 Inverter On light illuminates when the RS3000 is enabled turned on 3 Low Battery light illuminates when the battery voltage on the RS3000 is low 2 3 Operation On Start Up 2 4 Table 2 1 System Control Panel Features and Buttons Feature De
76. ing water pressure to voltage For example a high pressure hose would be similar to high voltage Watt s C 4 A measure of true electrical power Watts are calculated by multiplying volts times amps for resistive loads For non resistive loads watts are calculated by multiplying volts times amps times power factor P I x V where P power I current V volts 975 0170 01 01 Watt Hour W h Terminology Electrical power measured over a period of time One watt hour of electricity is equivalent to one watt of power being consumed for one hour A 3 watt light operated for 2 hours would consume 6 Wh watt hour of electricity Volt amps VA 975 0170 01 01 A measure of the apparent power equivalent to the true power watts in resistive loads but exceeding watts in non resistive loads VA is calculated by multiplying volts times amps without using power factor C 5 Terminology Abbreviations Abbreviation Full name Definition A Ampere Amps See Glossary AC Alternating Current See Glossary AGM Absorbed Glass Mat A type of battery in which the electrolyte or battery fluid is contained in glass fibre mats between battery plates Ah Ampere hour amp See Glossary hour ASC Authorized Service ASC s are service centers affiliated with Xantrex to provide repair Center service AWG American Wire Gauge A standard used for indicating wire s
77. ive red 8 shown here with DC covers on 975 0170 01 01 Introduction DC Terminal Covers and Battery Temperature Sensor DC Terminal Covers Two covers are supplied to prevent accidental contact with the cabling connectors after installation The red cover is for the positive cabling terminal and the black cover is for the negative cabling terminal Lh Do Figure 1 5 Battery Terminal Covers Battery Temperature Sensor The battery temperature sensor continuously measures the temperature of the battery and adjusts the charger output for a more accurate temperature compensated charge Figure 1 6 Battery Temperature Sensor Table 1 4 Description of Battery Temperature Sensor Features Feature Description 1 Sensor can be mounted on the side of the battery case or on the negative battery terminal 2 Sensor cable is 25 feet 7 6 meters Connector plugs into the Battery Temp jack battery temperature sensor on the RS3000 975 0170 01 01 1 11 Introduction System Accessories and Network Components System accessories can be used with the RS3000 in a Xanbus system The System Control Panel SCP provides configuration and monitoring capability for Xanbus enabled devices such as the RS3000 Automatic Generator Start AGS automatically starts and stops your generator Table 1 5 provides the part numbers for the system accessories Table 1 5 System Accessories Accessory Part number System Contr
78. ize the larger the AWG number the smaller the wire size BTS Battery Temperature A BTS is a device attached to a battery and inverter charger to Sensor ensure that charge delivered to the batteries is adjusted according to their actual temperatures CEC Canadian Electric The CEC is the Canadian national electrical code providing the Code industry standard for safe electrical installations CSA Canadian Standards A standards writing and certification body which tests and Association approves products for regulatory compliance to international standards DC Direct Current See Glossary EMC Electro Magnetic The ability of an electronic device to operate without causing or Compatibility suffering from radio frequency interference FCC Federal US agency which regulates EMC and television radio wireless Communications cable and satellite in the US Commission GFCI Ground Fault Circuit GFCI is a device that protects against electric shock A GFCI trips Interrupter and stops the flow of power when leakage current is detected Hz Hertz See Glossary LED Light Emitting Diode See Glossary mA Milliamps 1 1000 of an amp NEC National Electric See Glossary Code RMA Return Material The authorization provided to a customer to return materials to Authorization Xantrex RMS Root Mean Square A measure of the effective value of an alternating AC voltage C 6 current or power 975 0170 01 01 Terminology Abbrevi
79. lly or damaged from improper use or use in an unsuitable environment b the product if it has been subjected to fire water generalized corrosion biological infestations or input voltage that creates operating conditions beyond the maximum or minimum limits listed in the Xantrex product specifications including high input voltage from generators and lightning strikes c the product if repairs have been done to it other than by Xantrex or its authorized service centers hereaf ter ASCs d the product if it is used as a component part of a product expressly warranted by another manufacturer e the product if its original identification trade mark serial number markings have been defaced altered or removed Disclaimer Product THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED BY XANTREX IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR XANTREX PRODUCT AND IS WHERE PERMITTED BY LAW IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES CONDITIONS GUARANTEES REPRESENTATIONS OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT HOWEVER ARISING WHETHER BY CONTRACT TORT NEGLIGENCE PRINCIPLES OF MANUFACTURER S LIABILITY OPERATION OF LAW CONDUCT STATEMENT OR OTHERWISE INCLUDING WITHOUT RESTRICTION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF QUALITY MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED UNDER APPLICABLE
80. m the basic menu the RS3000 advanced menu contains the following sub menus and commands e Configure Inv Chg Configure Inverter Charger e View Device Info When you select a sub menu and press Enter a list of menu items appears These settings are only visible if Advanced Menu is selected To select the RS3000 Advanced Menu see Selecting the RS3000 Advanced Menu on page 3 6 This section describes the menu items in detail Each item is described as a display or configurable setting when to use the setting and the outcome of changing a setting This feature is the same as described on the basic menu on page 3 12 This feature is the same as described on the basic menu on page 3 12 This feature is the same as described on the basic menu on page 3 13 Configure Inv Chg Configure Inverter Charger Cfg Inv Chg is a sub menu command If you select this item you ll access a list of sub menu items See Configure Inv Chg Menu Configure Inverter Charger Menu on page 3 20 975 0170 01 01 Configuration Equalize This feature is the same as described on the basic menu on page 3 13 Load Sense Configurable setting This setting lets you enable turn On or disable turn Off the load sensing function The default setting for this value is Off as shown in the example Load sense off When to use Enable this setting if you want the inverter to conserve battery power when there are small loads or
81. mal operation may return fix a memory problem warning or may go to fault Push Reset button if normal operation does not resume 975 0170 01 01 Troubleshooting Fault Messages When the RS3000 detects a fault condition the fault is displayed on the System Control Panel and also is indicated by the illuminated red Fault light on the RS3000 front panel A fault affects the operation of the unit See Fault Types on page 4 2 for an explanation of the different fault types You can view the 20 most recent fault messages of the RS3000 by selecting Fault Log from the Device Info menu in the RS3000 Advanced Menu If several faults occur before you can acknowledge or clear them they are displayed together on a warning list This list contains messages from every Xanbus enabled device not just the RS3000 You can select a message and view its details from the fault list To view a message from a fault list 1 On the list use the up arrow or down arrow button to highlight the message you want to view 2 Press Enter The complete message appears After viewing the message you can return to the fault list by pressing Exit or continue to the menu for the device that caused the fault by pressing Enter Each time you return to the list after viewing a complete message the viewed message is removed from the list If you have left the fault list you can view them at any time from the System Settings menu
82. mation that is important for you to know They are not as critical as Cautions or Warnings 975 0170 01 01 About This Guide Symbols Used The following symbols are used on the product labels or in this guide In this guide Important information warnings or cautions On the product Important information warnings or cautions with further explanation in the product guides AC Alternating current DC Direct current Warning Hot surface Do not touch DC ground connection point AC safety ground connection point from incoming AC source H H e AC safety ground connection point for AC output to AC loads Related Information For related materials on this product and its available accessories see RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger Installation Guide 975 0171 01 01 System Control Panel Owner s Guide 975 0083 01 01 Automatic Generator Start Owner s Guide 975 0082 01 01 Xanbus System Installation Guide 975 0136 01 01 More information about Xantrex Technology Inc as well as its products and services including a complete list of Xanbus enabled devices is available at www xantrex com Contact Information 975 0170 01 01 Telephone 1 800 670 0707 toll free North America 1 360 925 5097 direct Fax 1 800 994 7828 toll free North America 1 360 925 5143 direct Email customerservice xantrex com Web www xantrex com vi Important Safety Instructions R
83. n operate over an AC input range of 90 135 volts AC This is the default setting and can be adjusted to 85 145 volts AC as a maximum range and to 110 120 volts AC as a minimum range This wide range allows the RS3000 to charge your batteries even when incoming AC voltage is less than ideal The RS3000 charger uses AC input line 1 to charge the batteries The RS3000 charger shares incoming power with AC loads on line 1 only The AC loads have priority which means that the charger will reduce its output with large AC loads and increase the output again when the AC load decreases The regulatory maximum for continuous AC loads is 80 of the breaker rating that the loads are connected to The RS3000 senses pass through current going to the AC load The difference between the pass through load and 80 of the Power Share setting is the current that is available for charging the batteries For example if the AC input of the RS3000 is from an AC panel with a 30A breaker the Power Share setting on the System Control Panel should be selected as 30A Based on this the charger will control the charge current so that the total current draw is equal to or less than 24A in this case Should the load current be more than about 24A the charger output will reduce to OA but the RS3000 will continue to supply the loads The RS3000 will continue to pass through power to the loads even if the load current exceeds the Power Share setting In this case it will b
84. n performance and safety features of the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger Reading this chapter will give you a clear understanding of the inverter charger s capabilities Chapter 2 Operation provides information about operating the RS3000 Details are provided on how to read the front panel indicators to monitor the RS3000 Chapter 3 Configuration explains how to configure the RS3000 from the control panel About This Guide Chapter 4 Troubleshooting explains how to identify and solve problems that can occur with the RS3000 Appendix A Specifications provides electrical physical and performance specifications for the inverter charger Appendix B Battery Charging Reference provides information on three stage charging two stage charging and charging times Appendix C Terminology provides a glossary and a listing of commonly used abbrevations and acronyms Warranty and Return Information provides the product warranty explains how to return a product for service and describes what to prepare for a call to Xantrex Customer Service Conventions Used The following conventions are used in this guide WARNING Warnings identify conditions or practices that could result in personal injury or loss of life CAUTION Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the RS3000 or other equipment Important Important notes provide infor
85. nd undamaged 5 Contact Xantrex Customer Service for further assistance Please be prepared to describe details of your system installation and provide the model and serial number of the unit See Contact Information on page v for contact information 975 0170 01 01 Troubleshooting Warning Messages Warning messages appear on the System Control Panel to alert you to an impending system change You can retrieve and view the last ten warning messages using the control panel The warnings have been recorded with a time stamp to let you know the date and time that the warning appeared See Warning Types on page 4 3 for an explanation of automatic and manual warnings You can view the most recent fault messages of the RS3000 up to 20 by selecting Fault Log from the Device Info menu in the RS3000 Advanced Menu If several warning messages occur before you can acknowledge or clear them they are displayed together on a warning list This list contains messages from every Xanbus enabled device not just the RS3000 You can select a message and view its details from warning list To view a message from a warning list 1 On the list use the up arrow or down arrow button to highlight the message you want to view 2 Press Enter The complete message appears After viewing the message you can return to the warning list by pressing Exit or continue to the menu for the device that caused the fault by pressing Enter Each
86. ne volt is acting across the resistance of one ohm Ohm s law I V R where I current V volts R resistance Ampere Hour Amp Hour Ah One amp of electrical current flowing for one hour One way to measure the capacity of batteries Bulk Charge The first stage of three stage battery charging Current is supplied to the batteries at a constant rate while voltage gradually rises Charger DC A device that is used to replenish the capacity of a battery its charge by supplying DC current to the battery Current The rate of flow of electrical charge measured in amps Direct Current DC The type of electricity stored in batteries and generated by solar electric devices Current flows in a single direction without alternating Disable When a function is disabled it is not allowed to occur and if it is occuring it is terminated Regardless of other conditions the function will not be activated For example even if AC power is present if the charger is disabled the unit will not charge The charger must be enabled See Enable in the glossary Discharge Stored energy being released from a battery Dual Input C 2 The dual input has two line inputs one neutral and one ground The voltage between each line and the neutral is 120 VAC The voltage between the two line inputs is 0 VAC Unlike the split phase type the two lines are in phase not out of phase with each other 975
87. ng and communicating its input The basic state of the System Control Panel is Operating mode In Operating mode the System Control Panel communicates with other Xanbus enabled devices and displays all the network information which it is configured to display Whenever the System Control Panel or any other device on the Xanbus system is powered on or reset it will be in Operating mode System Settings Mode Operating YSERA Operating Global Menus Advanced View Fault List Figure 2 4 Operating Mode Power Save Mode Characteristics When to use Power Save mode minimizes power draw by the System Control Panel and other Xanbus enabled devices on the Xanbus system Power Save mode stops all communication on the network and disables the power conversion functions of Xanbus devices For example in Power Save mode the inverter charger will not invert and an Automatic Generator Start will not start a generator Use Power Save mode during periods when your power needs are minimal while you are driving for example Putting the system in Power Save mode will help preserve the charge in your batteries during periods of minimal power usage Entering and exiting Power Save mode also serves as a reset command for the system If there are active faults in the system you cannot put the system into Power Save mode Clear any active fault correct the condition that caused the fault then put the system into Power Save mode
88. ng exit criteria e Overall time in absorption timeout AT has a default of 6 hours Time in constant voltage absorption timeout ATcy has a default of 1 hour e Charge current level drops below a specified limit Iy for a specified amount of time which has a default of 2 of C in Ah for 3 minutes See Charge Algorithm Definitions on page B 5 for more information With an AC reconnect during the absorption stage the unit will transition to the float stage for three stage charging and no float stage for two stage charging B 3 Battery Charging Reference Float Charge Equalization Charge B 4 In the third stage the float charge which is a maintenance mode the output voltage of the charger is reduced to a lower level typically about 13 5 Vp volts to maintain the battery s charge without losing electrolyte through gassing With AC reconnected during this stage the unit will return to the float stage The equalization charge must be manually initiated from the System Control Panel because it is not required each time the battery is recharged Equalization is a deliberate overcharge designed to return each cell to optimum condition by reducing sulfation and stratification in the battery The overcharge helps the battery to reach and maintain peak capacity An equalization charge should be performed only on flooded vented non sealed or wet batteries It should be performed only if recommended by t
89. nient 975 0170 01 01 1 3 Introduction Charging 1 4 The RS3000 s charging function e produces 150 amps to charge your batteries e equalizes flooded lead acid batteries Built in Charge Formulas For the unit to perform at the highest level the batteries must be charged correctly The RS3000 has optimized algorithms for flooded gel and AGM batteries Battery Temperature Sensor Since battery temperature is a key factor in correct charging the charging formula must be adjusted automatically and in real time according to the actual battery temperature to ensure that batteries are fully charged but not overcharged For this reason Xantrex has included a battery temperature sensor with your RS3000 and has temperature compensated the charge formula Manual Equalization Over a period of time the cells in a flooded battery can develop uneven chemical states This can result in a weak undercharged cell which in turn can reduce the overall capacity of the battery To improve the life and performance of a non sealed flooded battery the RS3000 s multi stage charging cycle includes a manual equalize mode that can be used if recommended by the battery manufacturer Dead Battery Charging Another feature that the RS3000 includes is dead battery charging The RS3000 unlike many chargers has the ability to recharge batteries even if the battery voltage is very low Load Management The RS3000 has a built in transfer relay t
90. nting flanges are used for mounting the unit A total of six flanges are provided on the unit 4 Fans are located on the top of the unit and the bottom of the unit 975 0170 01 01 Top external fan is an intake fan that activates when the internal temperature of the inverter charger increases The fan speed varies with the internal temperature and turns off when the inverter charger cools down This internal temperature may be caused by heat in the inverter charger or by high ambient temperature Top internal fan not shown is an exhaust fan and runs continuously if the unit is inverting or charging Bottom internal fan not shown is an exhaust fan and runs continuously if the unit is inverting or charging 1 7 Introduction 5 4 A 2 1 7 Leas O Charger x Charger Enable Inverter Enable _geinverterOn Q Bulk q L low Battery Q Absorption peVetwork Q Float p Fault O Equalize Q Reset RS3000 109 13 Figure 1 3 Front Panel Lights and Buttons Table 1 2 Description of Front Panel Lights and Buttons Feature Description 1 External AC light illuminates when you are connected to an AC source like the utility grid or a generator and the AC is qualified Inverter ON light illuminates when the RS3000 is operating in invert mode Low Battery light illuminates when the battery voltage is low Network l
91. nverter Charger in a compartment with limited airflow or inadequate clearances around the unit Refer to the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger Installation Guide for required clearance 975 0170 01 01 Safety Explosive Gas Precautions A WARNING Risk of explosive gases Working in vicinity of a lead acid battery is dangerous Batteries generate explosive gases during normal battery operation For this reason it is of utmost importance that you must read this guide and follow its instructions closely each time before you service equipment in the vicinity of the battery 1 To reduce risk of battery explosion follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery Review cautionary markings on these products and on the engine This equipment contains components which tend to produce arcs or spark To prevent fire or explosion do not install the inverter charger in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials or in locations that require ignition protected equipment This includes any space containing gasoline power machinery fuel tanks as well as joints fittings or other connections between components of the fuel system Personal Precautions When Working With Batteries 975 0170 01 01 Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead acid battery
92. o remain on by disabling the Load Sense feature See Load Sense on page 3 19 You may notice that your clocks may not be accurate Some of the clocks on your appliances may reset when the inverter charger is in load sense mode When the inverter is in Load Sense search mode it may fail to start some loads even though the rated wattage on the load is more than the load sense setting Apply an additional load companion load to make the inverter exit Load Sense mode 975 0170 01 01 Specifications Appendix A Specifications contains the electrical and physical specifications for the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger All specifications are subject to change without notice Specifications Inverter Specifications All inverter specifications are at nominal conditions ambient temperature of 77 F 25 C 3000 watt resistive load 12 volts DC inverting on the RS3000 120 volts AC unless otherwise specified Table A 1 Inverter Specifications Output wave form Sine wave Total harmonic voltage distortion lt 3 Output power continuous 3000 W 3000 VA continuous Surge rating 7500 W 7500 VA for 5 seconds AC output voltage 120 VAC 5 Input DC voltage rating 12 VDC nominal 10 to 16 VDC AC output frequency 60 0 0 05 Hz Power factor lag or lead 0 to 1 0 Peak efficiency gt 89 Efficiency at 3000W gt 85 No load power draw Load sense On lt 14
93. of sufficient capacity and is fully charged 975 0170 01 01 2 7 Operation Operating in Charger Mode 2 8 AN WARNING Explosive Gases Review the Important Safety Instructions on page vii before operating the inverter charger During charging batteries may generate explosive gases Thoroughly ventilate the areas around the batteries and ensure that there are no sources of flames or spark in the vicinity Study all battery manufacturer s precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging and the recommended rates of charge Important If you are charging a non sealed battery ensure there is sufficient distilled water in each cell The battery acid should be at the level specified by the battery manufacturer This helps prevent over heating and purges excessive gases from the cells Do not overfill For a battery without cell caps follow the manufacturer s recharging instructions carefully To operate the RS3000 in charger mode from the front panel 1 Connect AC input power The charger automatically starts up when qualified AC power is connected if the charger is enabled or the charger is disabled but the Force Charge enable override is On See Force Charge on page 3 23 e The batteries are charged according to the two stage or three stage formula you have selected on the System Control Panel See Battery Charging Reference on page B 1 for more information on two st
94. of the different modes 975 0170 01 01 Introduction Side Panel Features A CAUTION Equipment Damage Connect only to other Xanbus compatible devices Although the cabling and connectors used in this network system are the same as Ethernet connectors this network is not an Ethernet system Equipment damage may result from attempting to connect two different systems For your reference the side panel features with all connections completed is shown in Figure 1 4 _ Figure 1 4 Completed Connections on Side Panel Table 1 3 Description of Side Panel Features Feature Description 1 AC knockout provides access for AC input and AC output wiring shown with strain relief clamp installed There are four knockouts on the unit two on the front and two on the side 2 5 9 Mounting flanges are used for mounting the unit A total of six flanges are on the unit 3 Battery temperature sensor jack provides connection for the battery temperature sensor 975 0170 01 01 1 9 Introduction Table 1 3 Description of Side Panel Features Feature Description 4 Dual network jacks provide connection for network enabled devices The number of connections depends on your layout Your connections may not be the same as shown here 6 Chassis ground point connects the chassis of the RS3000 to your system s chassis grounding point 7 amp 8 DC terminals negative black 7 and posit
95. ol Panel SCP 809 0910 Automatic Generator Start AGS 809 0915 Consult with your local system designer to determine what network components will be needed for your specific installation Table 1 6 provides a list of network components and part numbers Pre made cables are available in standard lengths ranging from 3 feet to 75 feet Table 1 6 Network Components and Part Numbers Network Component Part Number Network termination Male 2 per pack 809 0901 3 way network connector 809 0903 Network termination Female 2 per pack 809 0905 Network cable 3 ft 0 9 m 809 0935 Network cable 5 feet 1 5 m 809 0936 Network cable 7 feet 2 0 m 809 0937 Network cable 10 feet 3 0 m 809 0938 Network cable 14 feet 4 3 m 809 0939 Network cable 25 feet 7 6 m 809 0940 Network cable 50 feet 15 2 m 809 0941 Network cable 75 feet 22 9 m 809 0942 These accessories and network components are available from any authorized Xantrex dealer or at www xantrex com Detailed information on planning and installing your network is available in the Xanbus System Installation Guide This guide is available for downloading at www xantrex com 975 0170 01 01 Operation Chapter 2 Operation contains detailed information and procedures for using your RS3000 If you re using the System Control Panel to operate or monitor the status of the unit also refer to the System Control Panel Owner s Guide
96. ommunicate but the inverting and charging functions are disabled Use Safe mode when you are adding or removing devices from the network Authorized service personnel must also put the System Control Panel in Safe mode before performing software upgrades and diagnostics with the Xantrex Diagnostic Tool If the System Control Panel is powered off while in Safe mode it will be in Safe mode when it is powered up again To return to Operating mode On the System Settings menu under Desired Mode select Operating Putting the System into Safe Mode When you are installing or removing devices from the Xanbus system putting the system into Safe mode prevents unexpected behavior To enter Safe mode 1 On the Select Device menu use the down arrow button to highlight System The cursor on the right of the screen indicates where you are in the menu Select Device Auto Gen Start System Panel Clock Figure 2 6 Select Device Menu 2 Press Enter The System Settings menu appears 975 0170 01 01 975 0170 01 01 Operation System Settings Mode Operating We tem Operating Global Menus Advanced View Fault List Figure 2 7 System Settings Menu 3 On the System Settings menu with Desired Mode highlighted press Enter 4 Use the down arrow button to scroll through the other modes to select Safe mode For more information on the different system modes Operating Power Save and Hibernate see
97. ox and packing materials Please ensure that your product is shipped fully insured in the original packaging or equivalent This warranty will not apply where the product is damaged due to improper packaging 2 Include the following e The RMA number supplied by Xantrex Technology Inc clearly marked on the outside of the box e A return address where the unit can be shipped Post office boxes are not acceptable e A contact telephone number where you can be reached during work hours e A brief description of the problem 3 Ship the unit prepaid to the address provided by your Xantrex customer service representative If you are returning a product from outside of the USA or Canada In addition to the above you MUST include return freight funds and are fully responsible for all documents duties tariffs and deposits If you are returning a product to a Xantrex Authorized Service Center ASC A Xantrex return material authorization RMA number is not required However you must contact the ASC prior to returning the product or presenting the unit to verify any return procedures that may apply to that particular facility 975 0170 01 01 WA 3 Warranty and Return Out of Warranty Service If the warranty period for your RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger has expired if the unit was damaged by misuse or incorrect installation if other conditions of the warranty have not been met or if no dated proof of purchase is available your inverter m
98. pplications on page 4 17 The load sense mode of the RS3000 reduces battery power consumption in order to conserve battery capacity When the inverter is enabled the inverter charger can be configured to search for an acceptable AC load It does this when you enable turn on Load Sense on the RS3000 Advanced Menu on the System Control Panel and set the load sense power threshold Sense Below The inverter output turns off if the unit doesn t detect a load that meets the load sense parameters When the load sense feature is disabled turned off the inverter is continuously on When an acceptable load is detected the inverter output is turned on and provides continuous output power The unit will sleep if it doesn t detect a load that meets the load sense parameters If a load exceeds the Sense Below threshold set in the RS3000 advanced menu the RS3000 will wake up and deliver full power to the load 975 0170 01 01 Operation Operating Limits for Inverter Operation Power Output Temperature The continuous output rating for the RS3000 is 3000 watts or 25 amps at 120 volts AC The RS3000 can deliver this power in an ambient surrounding temperature up to 122 F 50 C In higher ambient temperatures if the loads draw full power for an extended period of time the unit may shut down to protect itself against overheating As with all inverters the amount of continuous power that the RS3000
99. r 12 VDC battery bank Resistive Loads Toasters coffee pots and incandescent lights are examples of resistive loads They use a resistive heater element to generate heat or light Series Wiring A group of electrical devices such as batteries or PV modules wired together to increase voltage while current remains constant Two 100 amp hour 12 VDC batteries wired in series form a 100 amp hour 24 VDC battery bank Sine Wave The standard waveform of electric utility AC power A sine wave is a rounded smooth waveform alternating above and below zero volts Split Phase The split phase has two line inputs one neutral and one ground The voltage between each line and neutral is 120 VAC The voltage between the two lines is 240 VAC The two lines are 180 degrees out of phase with each other The voltage between the neutral and the ground is approximately 0 VAC Surge Capacity The amount of current an inverter can deliver for short periods of time Most electric motors draw up to six to ten times their rated current when starting An inverter will surge to meet these motor starting requirements Most Xantrex inverters have surge capacities at least twice their continuous ratings Transfer Switch AC A switch that selects between two sources of AC power and isolates those sources from each other Volts A unit of measure of electric potential Voltage is often explained using a liquid analogy compar
100. ries flooded gel or absorbed glass mat AGM types Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage vii Safety viii Do not operate the Inverter Charger if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way If the unit is damaged see the Warranty and Return Information section in the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger Operation Guide Do not disassemble the Inverter Charger it does not contain user serviceable parts Take it to a qualified service person when service or repair is required Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire Internal capacitors remain charged after all power is disconnected For instructions on obtaining service see the Warranty and Return Information section in the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger Operation Guide Do not expose the Inverter Charger to rain snow or water To reduce risk of electric shock disconnect all sources of AC and DC power from the Inverter Charger before attempting any maintenance or cleaning Turning off controls will not reduce this risk The Inverter Charger must be provided with equipment grounding conductors connected to the AC input ground and chassis ground terminals CAUTION Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the unit or other equipment To reduce the risk of overheating keep the ventilation openings clear and do not install the I
101. s Of the capacitor start motors typical in drill presses band saws for example the largest you can expect to run is 1 hp Universal motors are generally easier to start Since motor characteristics vary only testing will determine whether a specific load can be started and how long it can be run If a motor fails to start within a few seconds or loses power after running for a time it should be turned off When the inverter attempts to start a load that is greater than it can handle the inverter will turn itself off after a few seconds If the power consumed by a device is less than the threshold of the Load Sense mode circuitry and load sense is enabled the inverter will not run Most likely the solution will be to disable the Load Sense mode feature or lower the sense threshold Refer to Xantrex Tech Note TN3 979 0003 01 01 for more information Troubleshooting Fluorescent Lights amp Power Supplies Clocks Searching Some devices cannot be detected when scanned by Load Sense circuitry Small fluorescent lights are the most common example Some computers and sophisticated electronics have power supplies that do not present a load until line voltage is available When this occurs each unit waits for the other to begin To drive these loads either a small companion load like a light bulb rated for more than the load sense setting must be used to bring the inverter out of its search mode or the inverter may be programmed t
102. scription 4 Fault light indicates a condition that requires user attention and intervention The Fault light illuminates when any Xanbus enabled device connected to the network is in fault See Faults and Warnings on page 4 2 for the definitions of a fault and warning 5 Enter button e Confirms selection of a menu item e Moves you to the next screen 6 Up arrow button e Scrolls up one line of text e Increases a selected value 7 Down arrow button e Scrolls down one line of text e Decreases a selected value 8 Exit button e Cancels selection of a menu item e Returns you to the previous screen 9 System button e Toggles all Xanbus enabled devices on the system between Operating mode and Power Save mode See Operating in Invert Mode on page 2 6 10 Screen displays menus settings and system information When the RS3000 is powered up or has been reset all of the front panel lights illuminate and remain on for a minimum of five seconds After five seconds the lights remain illuminated until the front panel has status information for all the lights The RS3000 is disabled every time the unit is powered up The inverter must then be enabled When a function is disabled it is not allowed to occur and if it is occurring it is terminated Regardless of other conditions the function will not be activated For example even if AC power is present if the charger is disabled the unit will no
103. setting This menu item is displayed if the battery type allows equalization In the RS3000 home menu highlight Equalize as shown in Figure 3 9 RS3000 Charger Enabled Power Share 10 0A On Batt Type Flooded Figure 3 9 Equalize On When you select On the equalization confirmation warning appears as shown in Figure 3 10 RS3000 Equalize Are you sure you want to equalize gies Figure 3 10 Equalize Confirmation Warning 975 0170 01 01 Configuration Selecting Yes takes you to the equalization system home screen as shown in Figure 3 11 RS3000 Equalize Precharging Yes Time Remaining n a Battery Voltage 13 0V gy Menu Cancel B Figure 3 11 Equalization System Home Screen Table 3 2 provides an explanation of the content on the equalization system home screen Table 3 2 Equalization Home Screen Content Equalization Home Screen content Explanation of items displayed Precharging e Yes precharging occurs if batteries are not fully charged before equalization Batteries must be fully charged before equalization e Done indicates the precharge is complete or if it was not required Time Remaining Indicates the time left for equalization Equalization runs for 60 minutes and is counted down in minute increments until the Time Remaining displays 0 min During a precharge the Time Remaining displays n a not applicable Battery
104. t temperature and adequate ventilation in the battery compartment w5 Over temperature Automatic Ambient Over Ensure adequate ventilation Check airflow Temperature Warning around the RS3000 Reduce around it charge rate or AC load W6 Too many AC loads Automatic AC Overload Warning Turn off some AC loads Turn some off AC OUPUT W7 You have enabled Automatic Auto Restart After If in invert mode the unit may system restart after Fault Feature Enabled start up unexpectedly faults This parameter is not accessible through the System Control Panel In the future this feature may be configurable with advanced panels W8 You have enabled Automatic Equalization Enabled Make sure voltage sensitive 4 8 battery equalization See manual Warning loads are disconnected from batteries 975 0170 01 01 Troubleshooting Table 4 3 Warning Messages Warning Warning Number Message Type Cause Solution w9 Battery temp sensor Automatic Battery Temperature Install a battery temperature not detected Check Sensor Not Present sensor BTS This warning connections will continue to display as long as no BTS is connected W10 Battery temp sensor Automatic Battery Temperature Replace battery temperature failure Sensor Shorted sensor Wil Batt voltage too high Automatic DC Over Voltage Turn off or check additional Check DC wiring to Warning charging sources
105. t charge When a function is enabled it is allowed to occur but other conditions may have to be met before the function is activated or turned on For example the charger function on the RS3000 may be enabled but it will not charge unless qualified AC power is present 975 0170 01 01 Operation System Start up Check WARNING Review the Important Safety Instructions on page vii before operating the inverter charger To test inverting and charging from the RS3000 front panel 1 Disconnect AC power from inverter input by opening the breaker or disconnect Press the Inverter Enable button on the RS3000 The Inverter On light illuminates Place a load on the inverter For example plug a 100 watt light bulb into an outlet that the inverter is powering and make sure it works The inverter should run the load using battery power To test the charger reconnect the AC input power to allow AC to the AC input The Charger On light should illuminate after a brief delay Any AC loads previously powered by the inverter will also work at this time Remove the AC input power The inverter charger should transfer to invert mode immediately The transfer relay will make a clicking sound and the Inverter On light will illuminate Loads should continue to operate uninterrupted If any part of this test fails determine the cause before using the unit Consult the Troubleshooting chapter starting on page 4 1 Viewing
106. tate of charge The three automatic stages are e bulk e absorption e float See Figure B 1 for a graph of the three stage charging profile 975 0170 01 01 Bulk Charge Absorption Charge 975 0170 01 01 Battery Charging Reference There is a fourth stage equalization which is initialized manually as it is only performed occasionally and only on flooded or wet batteries In the first stage the bulk charge RS3000 delivers its full rated output current This constant current is delivered to the batteries until the battery voltage approaches its gassing voltage typically around 13 5 volts for 12 volt batteries The bulk charge stage restores about 75 of the battery s charge The exit from bulk stage to the next stage absorption occurs under the following condition e battery voltage is more than the gassing voltage Vg for a specified amount of time 3 minute default With an AC reconnect to qualified AC from the utility power or a generator during the bulk stage the unit will return to the bulk stage During the first part of absorption charge the RS3000 delivers its full rated output current until the absorption voltage is reached At this point the RS3000 will transition to a constant voltage mode by keeping the charge voltage constant at the absorption voltage level and the battery gradually reduces the charging current it demands as the battery attains full charge The absorption stage has the followi
107. tem Diagram 1 5 Front Panel of the RS3000 1 7 Front Panel Lights and Buttons 1 8 Completed Connections on Side Panel 1 9 Battery Terminal Covers 1 11 Battery Temperature Sensor 1 11 System Control Panel 2 3 Battery Temperature Sensor 2 9 System Control Panel 2 15 Operating Mode 2 16 Power Save Mode eer er rere eee ee 2 17 Select Device Menu 2 18 System Settings Menu 2 19 Safe Mode 2 19 System Menu Map 3 3 RS3000 Float System Screen Example 3 4 Select Device Menu 3 5 RS3000 Menu in Invert Mode 3 5 Highlighting System on the Select Device Menu 3 6 Highlighting Global Menus
108. tes If the AC is not qualified then the charger will not operate until AC qualifies See Force Charge on page 3 23 for information on automatic charging Power Share is a configurable setting that you set to match to the breaker rating on the AC input This setting is used to ensure that the charger limits its output to try to prevent nuisance tripping of the AC input breaker due to the total current drawn by the charger and your other AC loads For more information on this feature see Power Share on page 2 12 In the example shown Power Share is set to 30A Power Share 30A You can adjust the power share settings as follows Range of values Increment Default 5 to 50 amps 5 amps 30 amps Set the Power Share setting to match the AC input breaker Use this setting when connecting to an AC source If using multiple AC sources via an AC transfer switch adjust this setting to the smaller AC breaker Size Setting the value higher than the AC source s external breaker could cause the external breaker to trip Configuration Equalize Configurable setting When to use This setting lets you enable or disable charger equalization if the battery type is flooded or wet Equalization can be turned on enabled or off disabled The default setting for equalize is Off Equalize off Review the section Operating in Equalization Mode on page 2 10 before adjusting this
109. the Charger ON light is illuminated In three stage charging charging occurs in 3 stages bulk absorption and float One of these 3 lights will be illuminated at the same time the Charger ON light is illuminated If the Charger ON light is off the RS3000 is not in any charge mode charging your batteries The Charger ON light is always illuminated if charging whether the unit is putting out current or not Operation Table 2 2 Front Panel Lights Light Illuminated Color Status Action or Status Item Bulk Green RS3000 is in bulk mode of battery These lights indicate which charging state of charge the RS3000 is in Absorption Green RS3000 is in absorption mode of battery charging Float Green RS3000 is in float mode of battery charging The Float light illuminates in three stage charging Equalize Yellow RS3000 is in equalize mode of battery charging Faults and Warnings A fault affects the operation of the unit A manual fault requires user intervention by clearing the condition and then pressing the Reset button on the inverter charger s front panel See the System Control Panel Owner s Guide for information on clearing faults from the System Control Panel A warning alerts you to a condition that could possibly affect operation of the unit See Faults and Warnings on page 4 2 for more explanation on the difference between faults and warnings Monitoring Status Messages on
110. the Firmware Revision Number You may need to view the firmware revision number of the RS3000 when troubleshooting the unit with authorized service personnel 975 0170 01 01 To view the firmware revision number 1 On the Select Device menu use the down arrow button to highlight System and press Enter The System Settings menu appears Press the down arrow button to highlight View Device info and press Enter The Device Info screen appears Press the down arrow button until the RS3000 screen appears The number opposite F W Rev is the firmware revision number Press Exit to return to the System Settings menu 2 5 Operation Operating in Invert Mode Load Sense Mode 2 6 WARNING Review the Important Safety Instructions on page vii before operating the inverter charger Once the inverter charger is installed you can operate it in invert mode To operate in invert mode from the front panel 1 Press the Inverter Enable button on the RS3000 2 If external AC is present the External AC light illuminates If AC is present and you want to operate the inverter remove AC so the inverter turns on Once the Inverter On light is on the RS3000 inverter is ready to deliver AC power to the loads To operate the inverter with the System Control Panel refer to Chapter 2 Using the System Control Panel Important If you are having problems with any of your loads refer to Inverter A
111. the RS3000 provides limited control including reset charger enable and disable and inverter enable and disable When a function is enabled it is allowed to occur but other conditions may have to be met before the function is activated or turned on For example the charger function on the RS3000 may be enabled but it will not charge unless qualified AC power is present When a function is disabled it is not allowed to occur and if it is occurring it is terminated Regardless of other conditions the function will not be activated For example even if AC power is present if the charger is disabled the unit will not charge These functions can also be controlled from the System Control Panel 975 0170 01 01 Configuration System Menu Map Figure 3 1 provides a map of how the System Control Panel screens and menus are organized The order of devices appearing on the System Control Panel will vary depending on the order in which they ve been connected to the network Power Up Startup screen System screen Standby Inverting Charging AC Bypass Load Sense Equalize System Panel nen Clock menu Optional device This menu will appear if this device is installed System Settings menu Figure 3 1 System Menu Map 975 0170 01 01 3 3 Configuration Viewing the System Screen The System screen displays system activity The information appearing on the System screen
112. the System Control Panel Refer to System Menu Map on page 3 3 of the Configuration chapter 2 14 975 0170 01 01 Operation System Modes 975 0170 01 01 This section provides an overview of the four different system modes The system modes described in this section affect the performance and behavior of the RS3000 and all other Xanbus enabled devices on the Xanbus system You ll have to change the system mode when travelling putting your vehicle in storage or when installing a Xanbus enabled device You can change system modes using the System Settings menu on the System Control Panel You can also use the red System button on the System Control Panel to put the System Control Panel and all other Xanbus enabled devices into Power Save mode only 7 xantrex AC In Charge Inverter On System Low Battery W o o o Fault System button OOO System Control Panel Figure 2 3 System Control Panel System modes are changed using the System Settings menu The four system modes are e Operating e Power Save e Safe e Hibernate Please read the section about each system mode to find out which mode is appropriate for different conditions or situations 2 15 Operation Operating Mode Characteristics In Operating mode all communications are enabled on the Xanbus system All power conversion functions are enabled Each Xanbus enabled device is monitori
113. u will depend on whether you have selected to view basic or advanced menus Selecting the RS3000 Basic Menu RS3000 basic menu lists status information and settings you may have to adjust on a routine basis It provides access to basic control of the inverter charger 975 0170 01 01 3 5 Configuration Selecting the RS3000 Advanced Menu 3 6 RS3000 advanced menu lists status information and settings which require that you understand and plan for the changes you make You may not have to adjust these settings as part of regular operation The System Control Panel shows the RS3000 basic menu by default If you would like to view the advanced menu you must go to the System menu and select Global Menus Important When you set Global Menus to Advanced the System Control Panel will display the advanced menus for all devices To return to viewing the basic menu for any Xanbus enabled devices select Basic Menu from the advanced menu for that device To select the RS3000 Advanced Menu 1 On the Select Device menu with System highlighted as shown in Figure 3 5 press Enter Select Device Auto Gen Start System Panel Clock Figure 3 5 Highlighting System on the Select Device Menu 2 Scroll with the down arrow button to highlight Global Menus 975 0170 01 01 Configuration System Settings Mode Operating Desired Mode Operating ALEEA Advanced View Fault List Figure 3 6 Highlighting Global Menus
114. ult Equalize mode is disabled if you have selected Gel and AGM as the battery type Only flooded wet lead acid batteries should be equalized As a general rule do not equalize a battery unless there are provisions to add water to it and the manufacturer recommends equalization If carried out too frequently or done improperly equalization can damage your batteries Never equalize a battery more than necessary Always check electrolyte level before AND after equalization Fill with distilled water per the battery manufacturer s recommendation CAUTION Risk of damage to DC load equipment Equalization voltage may be as high as 15 8 volts DC Disconnect sensitive loads from the battery before equalizing Follow the battery manufacturer s recommendations for equalizing your batteries As a guide a heavily used flooded battery may need to be equalized once a month and a battery in light service may only need to be equalized every two to four months Measure the specific gravity S G of each cell using a hydrometer For fully charged lead acid batteries the reading should be approximately 1 265 Low specific gravity after charging or a 0 25 difference from cell to cell indicates the need for equalization 975 0170 01 01 Equalizing Batteries Operation Important Equalization will be carried out after an absorption charge Equalization only runs for 60 minutes and may need to be restarted if the specif
115. use Outcome Clear Faults Purpose 975 0170 01 01 Configuration Battery size This features let you select the size of the battery bank being charged Batt Size 440 Ah You can adjust the Battery Size settings as follows Range of values Increment Default 50 Ah to 2000 Ah 10 Ah 440 Ah Adjust this setting to your actual battery bank size Reduces the maximum charger current to protect against charging smaller batteries too aggressively This setting charges batteries appropriately based on capacity See the Battery Information section in the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter Charger Installation Guide for more information Clear Faults is a command which clears all active faults in the RS3000 When faults are cleared the device will resume normal operation If the fault condition still exists the fault will reoccur See Fault Types on page 4 2 for an explanation of faults Clear Faults You can adjust the Clear Faults settings as follows Value Effect Yes Faults are cleared No No action 3 17 Configuration RS3000 Menu Advanced Inverter Charger Power Share The advanced menu lists settings that provide you with additional control over RS3000 However you may not have to adjust these settings as part of regular operation For a listing of advanced menu items see RS3000 Menu Structure Overview on page 3 9 In addition to several items fro
116. when the AC supply is outside the higher frequency range required for electrical equipment The highest frequency of the AC supply that will be qualified as good by the inverter charger can be varied 975 0170 01 01 Configuration View Device Info View Device Information View Fault Log View Warning Log 975 0170 01 01 If you select the View Device Info the RS3000 Device Info menu appears as shown in Figure 3 13 and allows you to view the Fault Warning and Event logs and restore the default setting for the RS3000 On the menu the scroll bar the black rectangular shape on the right moves vertically as you scroll through the list indicating where you are on the menu RS3000 Device Info View Warning Log View Event Log Restore Defaults Figure 3 13 RS3000 Device Info M enu For an explanation of faults and warnings see Faults and Warnings on page 4 2 An event is an indicator of which of the system modes that the unit has been in The Fault log displays the 20 most recent faults for your reference The Fault log is similar to the Event log shown in Figure 3 14 The Warning log displays the 10 most recent warning The Warning log is similar to the Event log shown in Figure 3 14 3 27 Configuration View Event Log Display setting When to use Restore Defaults Configurable setting When to use The Event log shown in Figure 3 14 displays the 10 most recent events Events can

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