Xantrex ENERGY HW 1000 User's Manual
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1. Error Code Condition Mode Action ED Low battery voltage Inverting e Check battery status and recharge if shutdown necessary lt 10 5 Vde SdL e Check for proper DC cable sizing lt 11 8 Vde SdH e Check for loose connections and tighten if necessary EDe High battery voltage Inverting e Check for external charging sources such shutdown as an over voltage alternator and gt 15 5 Vdc disconnect if necessary E03 AC output overload Inverting e Reduce the loads connected to the AC shutdown outlet of the unit e Check appliances that have high surge ratings and disconnect if necessary EO4 Over temperature Inverting e Reduce the loads connected to the AC shutdown outlet of the unit e Check that the ventilation grille is not blocked e Check for ambient temperature and move the unit to a cooler location whenever possible EQS Low battery voltage Inverting e Check battery status and recharge if detected necessary lt 11 0 Vde SdL e Check for proper DC cable sizing lt 12 3 Vde SdH e Check for loose connections and tighten if necessary EOB AC output overload Inverting e Reduce the loads connected to the AC warning outlet of the unit 975 0467 01 01 5 5 Table 5 1 Error Codes Displayed on the Display Panel Screen Error Code Condition Mode Action En Over temperature Inverting e Reduce the loads connected to the AC warning outlet o2. 2 Ventilation grille openings must not be obstructed for the proper operation of the cooling fan and inverter When the inverter is mounted the ventilation grille must not point up or down 3 Positive DC cabling terminal connects to the positive terminal of the battery using a battery cable 4 Serial number of your unit 2 4 975 0467 01 01 Display Panel Display Panel 217 LO Input Voltage V Input Current A Output Power KW HW 1000 ge Feature Description 1 Power button is the main unit switch that turns the Freedom HW s inverter function ON or OFF and is also used to select unit feature settings See page 4 2 for additional information 2 Three digit LED display screen shows status information and fault codes See page 4 2 for additional information 3 Status LED indicates the mode of operation with a three color LED See page 4 2 for additional information 4 Select button changes status information displayed on the display screen and is also used to select unit feature settings See page 4 2 for additional information IMPORTANT See Chapter 4 Display Panel Operation starting on page 4 2 for detailed information on operating the panel s buttons 975 0467 01 01 2 5 2 6 Configuration Chapter 3 explains how to configure the Freedom HW to best meet your electrical system requirements It covers the following
3. Inverter Overload Operation This graph shows how long measured in seconds the Freedom HW will operate for a given output current measured in Amps The graph illustrates inverter operation at 25 C Time sec 4000 1600 1400 1 1200 un 1000 800 600 400 200 0 I i i i i 10 12 14 16 18 20 30 40 50 Output Current Amps 975 0467 01 01 A 5 Invert Power Derating vs Ambient Temperature If the unit is in inverter mode and in elevated ambient temperature above 25 C you will have to reduce power draw according to the following chart to avoid over temperature shutdown Watts A 1000 125V 30 C 900 W ow dde el 11 5V 80 33 y 750 W 750 850W m E ane SE 0 25 30 35 40 45 50 C A 6 975 0467 01 01 Charger Output Current vs AC Input Voltage Charger Output Current vs AC Input Voltage When the Freedom HW is charging batteries from a weak shore power source the AC voltage may fall as the Freedom HW draws current To reduce the chance of the shore power voltage collapsing below the configured transfer level the Freedom HW will reduce the charging current at low shore power voltage according to the following graph 55A 35A 95V 105V 135V Table A 1 Charging Voltage Battery Type Bulk Absorption Volts Float Volts Flooded 14 4 13 5 GEL 14 2 13 8 AGM 14 3 13 4 Fixed 13 5 13
4. Freedom HW 1000 Inverter Charger Owner s Guide Smart choice for power xa ntrex Freedom HW 1000 Inverter Charger Owner s Guide About Xantrex Xantrex Technology Inc www xantrex com a subsidiary of Schneider Electric is a world leader in the development manufacturing and marketing of advanced power electronic products and systems for the renewable and mobile power markets The company s products convert and control raw electrical power from any central distributed renewable or backup power source into high quality power required by electronic equipment and the electricity grid Xantrex is headquartered in Vancouver Canada with facilities in the United States Germany Spain and a joint venture in China About Schneider Electric As a global specialist in energy management with operations in more than 100 countries Schneider Electric offers integrated solutions across multiple market segments including leadership positions in energy and infrastructure industrial processes building automation and data centres networks as well as a broad presence in residential applications Focused on making energy safe reliable and efficient the company s 120 000 employees achieved sales of more than 17 3 billion euros in 2007 through an active commitment to help individuals and organizations Make the most of their energy Trademarks Xantrex Freedom Smart Choice for Power and Make the most of their ener
5. Inverter Loads 4 10 Overload Conditions 4 10 High Surge Loads 4 10 Trouble Loads 4 11 Over temperature Conditions 4 11 Battery Charging 4 12 Routine Maintenance 4 14 Freedom HW Unit 4 14 Batteries 4 14 Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Guidelines 5 2 Common Problems 5 4 Buzz in Audio Equipment 54 Television Reception 5 4 Warning Messages 5 5 Troubleshooting Reference 5 8 Inverter Applications 5 10 Resistive Loads 5 10 Motor Loads 5 11 Long Transfer Times 5 11 High Surge When Powering Incandescent and CFL Bulbs 5 11 975 0467 01 01 Contents
6. ALG or AL 1 Select button is pressed to display present Alarm setting None of the info and setting LED lights are on Present setting is displayed on the screen SdL or SdH Select button is pressed to display present Shutdown setting None of the info and setting LED lights are on Present setting is displayed on the screen Table 4 3 below illustrates the battery charging voltage and current settings Table 4 3 Battery Charging Voltage and Current Settings Battery Type Bulk Absorption Float Voltage Charge Current Float Current Voltage Volts Volts Amps Amps Flooded 14 4 13 5 5 15 1 5 35 55 4 5 GEL 14 2 13 8 5 15 1 5 35 55 4 5 AGM 14 3 13 4 5 15 1 5 35 55 4 5 Fixed 13 5 13 5 5 15 35 55 not applicable Routine Maintenance Freedom HW Unit Batteries Minimal maintenance is required to keep your Freedom HW operating properly Periodically you should e Clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth to prevent the accumulation of dust and dirt e Ensure that the DC cables are secure and fasteners are tight Make sure the ventilation openings are not clogged When possible you should recharge your batteries whenever a low voltage warning or a shutdown occurs with the Freedom HW This gives the batteries a much longer life than recharging when the batteries have been almost completely discharged 975 0467 01 01 Troubleshooting Chapter 5 describes how to troub
7. 2 contains information and labeled illustrations to help identify the various features of the Freedom HW Chapter 3 explains how to configure the Freedom HW to best meet your electrical system requirements About This Guide Chapter 4 explains how to operate the Freedom HW efficiently and effectively Chapter 5 describes how to troubleshoot the Freedom HW Inverter Charger during operation Appendix A contains electrical performance information and product specifications 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 unit or other equipment Important These notes describe things which are important for you to know but not as serious as a caution or warning Related Information You can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc as well as its products and services at www xantrex com iv 975 0467 01 01 Important Safety Instructions READ AND SAVE THS OWNERS GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE This chapter contains important safety and operating instructions for the Freedom HW Inverter Charger unit WARNING Limitations on use The Freedom HW is not intended for use in connection with life support systems or other medical equipment or devices 1 Before installing and using
8. Battery Charging Status LED 4 13 Battery Charging Voltage and Current Settings 4 14 Error Codes Displayed on the Display Panel Screen 5 5 Troubleshooting Reference 5 8 Charging Voltage A 7 975 0467 01 01 xvii xviii Introduction Chapter 1 introduces you to the Freedom HW explains the inverting charging and power system management functions It covers the following e Freedom HW s major features and e Freedom HW s function as an independent power system 1 1 Freedom HW Inverter Charger Quality Power Comprehensive Protection Reliable Back up 1 2 Congratulations on your purchase of the Freedom HW Inverter Charger Freedom HW As part of the Xantrex Inverter Charger family the Freedom HW gives you quality power worry free operation and outstanding reliability The Freedom HW s integrated inverting charging functions and numerous power management features make it ideal for recreational and commercial vehicles The Freedom HW provides up to 1000 watts of continuous modified sine wave power from a battery bank It is designed to handle loads such as a 600 watt microwave TVs VCRs and midsized power tools The Freedom HW s high surge capability lets you handle many hard to start loads including large TVs and small refrigerators The built in tran
9. 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 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 A ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOST PROFITS LOST REVENUES FAILURE TO REALIZE EXPECTED SAVINGS OR OTHER COMMERCIAL OR ECONOMIC LOSSES OF ANY KIND EVEN IF XANTREX HAS BEEN ADVISED OR HAD REASON TO KNOW OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE B ANY LIABILITY ARISING WA 2 975 0467 01 01 Warranty and Return IN TORT WHETHER OR NOT ARISING OUT OF XANTREX S NEGLIGENCE AND ALL LOSSES OR DAMAGES TO ANY PROPERTY OR FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY OR ECONOMIC LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE CONNECTION OF A PRODUCT TO ANY OTHER DEVICE OR SYSTEM AND C ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY ARISING FROM OR AS A RESULT OF MISUSE OR ABUSE OR THE INCORRECT INSTALLATION INTEGRATION OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT IF YOU ARE A CONSUMER RATHER THAN A PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT IN THE COURSE OF A BUSINESS AND PURCHASED THE PRODUCT IN A MEMBER STATE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE SUBJECT TO YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS AS A CONSUMER UNDER THE EUROPEAN UNION PRODUCT WARRANTY DIRECTIVE 1999 44 EC AND AS SUCH DIRECTIVE HAS BEEN IMPLEMEN
10. Settings LED DC Input Voltage le 8 example Solid Input Voltage V DC Input Current II example Solid Input Current A AC Output Power 0 85 example Solid Output Power kW Charging Current SA or 15A or none Setting 35A or 55A Inverter Mode Setting ndor nl none Alarm Setting ALB or AL 1 none Low Voltage Setting SdL or SdH none Adjusting Feature Settings 975 0467 01 01 The Power and Select buttons can be used to e change the charging current setting e change the inverter mode setting e disable or enable the audible alarm e change the shutdown setting and e return to factory default settings FREEDOM IR 13 n gt Lut _ tle O E nput Voltage V Input Current A o Output Power kW HW 1000 Info and Settings LED lights Figure 3 2 Display Panel LED screen 3 3 By default the charging current is setto 55 A 3 4 To cycle through the various feature settings 1 Press and hold the Power button for five seconds to enter the feature settings mode 2 Press the Power button to toggle between the following information Setting LED Screen Charging Current tur Setting Inverter Mode Setting In Alarm Setting AL Shutdown Setting 5d Factory Setting dEF To change the charger s charging current setting 1 Press and hold the Power button for five seconds The LED screen will flash CUr intermittently
11. a shutdown for more than 30 seconds e Check AC shore power and battery voltage e Turn the inverter ON and look at the display panel for any error code e See Table 5 1 Error Codes Displayed on the Display Panel Screen on page 55 The inverter s DC input polarity is reversed The inverter was probably damaged due to the reverse polarity This type of damage is NOT covered by the warranty e Return the unit e See Appendix WA Return Material Authorization Policy page WA 3 for information on returning the unit The fan turns on and off during AC shore power mode The battery is discharged and demands high current from the charger e AC pass through current is high Do not be alarmed the unit is performing normally The fan turns on and off during inverter mode The inverter is running continuously at high power Do not be alarmed the unit is performing normally The fan is activated automatically 975 0467 01 01 5 9 Table 5 2 Troubleshooting Reference Problem Possible Cause Solution Battery charging current is Ambient environment Do not be alarmed the unit is performing lower than the charging set temperature is high normally The charging current point during bulk charge automatically de rates or shuts down at mode high ambient temperature The charger resumes to normal when the unit s temperature cools down Improve ventilation Make s
12. can be enabled or disabled See To adjust the alarm setting on page 3 6 Any warnings such as fault conditions or imminent shutdown are both displayed on the display panel s screen and sounded on the alarm speakers It is not possible to turn OFF the screen and prevent it from displaying error codes but it is possible to turn OFF the audible alarm 4 5 Status LED During Inverter Mode The following summarizes the behavior of the Status LED during Inverter mode Table 4 1 Status LED during Inverter M ode Status LED Display Screen Condition Solid lo Select button is pressed to display Input Battery Voltage YELLOW Where 12 8 is an The Input Battery Voltage LED lights up 4 6 example of battery voltage Value in display screen is shown as Volts N where 11 is an example of current Select button is pressed to display Input Current The Input Current LED lights up Value in display screen is shown as Amps 0 85 where 0 85 is an example of output power in Kilowatts Select button is pressed to display Output Power The Output Power LED lights up Value in display screen is shown as Kilowatts 5A or 5A or 35A or 55A Select button is pressed to display present Charging Current setting None of the info and setting LED lights are on Present setting is displayed on the screen Indor In Select button is pressed to display present Inverter Mode setting None of the info and
13. e Setting battery types on the main unit and e Adjusting unit settings 3 1 Setting Battery Types on the Main Unit You can attach different types of lead acid batteries to the Freedom HW Before installing batteries make sure that you configure the unit to optimize the charging process WARNING Fire hazard Incorrectly setting the battery type can lead to battery damage and a risk of fire The settings can be changed by adjusting the dip switches found on the main unit behind the display panel Battery Dip Switch Setting Bulk Absorption Float Type Switch 1 Switch 2 Fixed OFFIOFF 13 5 13 5 Flooded OFFION factory setting 14 4 13 5 GEL ONIOFF 14 2 13 8 AGM ONION 14 3 13 4 To adjust the battery type setting By default factory setting the battery type is set to Flooded OFFION 1 Detach the Display Panel to expose the Dip Switches 2 Use the tip of your fingernail or a small screw driver with a flat tip to adjust the switches OFF Mi Switch 1 Switch 2 Figure 3 1 Dip Switches Factory Setting Shown 3 2 975 0467 01 01 Viewing Inverter Charger Information Viewing Inverter Charger Information The LED screen displays inverter charger information as well as feature settings in coordination with the LED lights underneath the screen Press the Select button to toggle between the following information Info and Setting LED Screen Info and
14. enters your eye immediately flood it with running cold water for at least twenty minutes and get medical attention immediately If you need to remove a battery always remove the ground terminal from the battery first Make sure all accessories are off so you don t cause an arc Never charge a frozen battery Clean battery terminals Be careful to keep corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes Locate the Freedom HW unit away from batteries in a separate well ventilated compartment Never place the Freedom HW unit directly above batteries gases from a battery will corrode and damage the unit Never allow battery acid to drip on the unit when reading gravity or filling battery Do not operate the unit in a closed in area or restrict the ventilation in any way DC CONNECTION PRECAUTION 18 19 viii Connect and disconnect DC output connections only after setting any recreational vehicle unit switches to off position and opening AC disconnect Proper disposal of batteries is required Refer to your local codes for disposal requirements 975 0467 01 01 Safety Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances AN CAUTION Equipment damage 975 0467 01 01 Most rechargeable battery operated equipment uses a separate charger or transformer that is plugged into an AC receptacle and produces a low voltage charging output Some chargers for small rechargeable batteries can be damaged if connected t
15. exceeded During Inverter mode the Freedom HW automatically alerts you if it is overheating and approaching the over temperature shutdown limit The Freedom HW automatically shuts down when the limit is exceeded Independent Power System Inverting Charging 975 0467 01 01 Your Freedom HW has been designed to be the heart of a sophisticated independent power system While the Freedom HW is an extremely friendly product to operate Xantrex wants to ensure that you get the best performance from your system Freedom HW produces 120 Vac from your 12V batteries and is capable of starting heavy loads like refrigerators and pumps When the Freedom HW is inverting producing 120 Vac output without a load it draws less than 1A of current from the battery or battery bank This feature allows the unit to operate without draining too much stored energy For the inverter to perform effectively the batteries must be charged correctly The unit has a built in three stage charging system that extends the life and optimizes the performance of the batteries In addition to the numerous features which let you maximize your battery s life and performance the Freedom HW unlike many chargers also has the ability to recharge batteries even if the voltage is near zero sometimes called dead battery charging 1 3 1 4 Features Chapter 2 contains information and labeled illustrations to help identify the various features o
16. generalized corrosion biological infestations or input voltage that creates operating conditions beyond the maximum or minimum limits listed in the Xantrex product specifications including but not limited to 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 hereafter ASCs d the product if it is used as a component part of a product expressly warranted by another manufacturer e component parts or monitoring systems supplied by you or purchased by Xantrex at your direction for incorporation into the product f the product if its original identification trade mark serial number markings have been defaced altered or removed g the product if it is located outside of the country where it was purchased and h any consequential losses that are attributable to the product losing power whether by product malfunction installation error or misuse 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
17. of ON 4 Continue pressing the Select button to cycle through the two settings ALO and AL 1 until you reach the desired setting 5 Press and hold the Select button for five seconds to make the setting permanent To adjust the under voltage shutdown setting Low SdL sets the under voltage shutdown threshold to 10 5 V High SdH sets the under voltage shutdown threshold to 11 8 V 1 Press and hold the Power button for five seconds 2 Press the Power button three times The LED screen will flash 5d intermittently 3 Press the Select button once The LED screen will display the present or most recent low voltage setting Example SdL for a low shutdown voltage setting 4 Continue pressing the Select button to cycle through the two settings SdH and SdL until you reach the desired setting 5 Press and hold the Select button for five seconds to make the setting permanent 975 0467 01 01 975 0467 01 01 Adjusting Feature Settings To return all feature settings to factory default settings 1 2 Press and hold the Power button for five seconds Press the Power button four times The LED screen will flash dEF intermittently Press and hold the Select button for five seconds to return all feature settings to their factory default settings 3 7 3 8 Operation Chapter 4 explains how to operate the Freedom HW efficiently and effectively It c
18. rise the unit will shut down and resume operation when the unit temperature has cooled down The Freedom HW also monitors the internal transfer relay temperature It automatically turns on the fan when the relay starts to approach its preset temperature limit and turns off when it cools down If the relay exceeds its preset temperature limit the display shows a fault code E i See To reset error codes E10 to E12 on page 5 7 4 11 Battery Charging Battery charging is possible only when shore power is present and the Freedom HW unit is connected to a battery or battery bank The frequency of battery charging is determined by how much energy in the battery is used up during inverting Whenever the Freedom HW detects a battery voltage that falls below 12 8 Vdc the unit will begin charging the battery i e enter into bulk and absorption stages then settle in float stage If battery voltage does not reach 5 Vdc after 1 minute or 10 Vdc after 15 minutes as shown in the graph the unit will terminate the charging process and the error code E id will show on the display screen Figure 4 1 below illustrates the three stage charging process used to maximize Freedom HW s charging efficiency Voltage NOTE If an external DC load is Absorption Bulk Stage Absorption Stage Float Stage connected to the battery Voltage i and it drains the battery down to 12 8 Vdc the Float Voltage Charger will start a new bulk
19. stage TOV 5V_ Time 5 hrs Max 8 hrs Max E min 15min Charge Current ee A Charge Current compensate for an Setting i external DC load on demand Float Current A EE p Time Current NOTE During the Float stage the charger will provide up to the maximum set charge current to A Bulk Stage Absorption Stage Float Stage un Maximum Figure 4 1 Three stage Charging Process Table 4 2 below illustrates the battery charging status as shown on the Status LED and display screen 975 0467 01 01 Battery Charging Table 4 2 Battery Charging Status LED Status LED Display Screen Condition Solid GREEN FUL Battery is FULL Flashing bUL CH9 Battery is in BULK CHARGE GREEN 12 8 where 12 8 is an example of battery voltage AbS HI Battery is in ABSORPTION CHARGE 4 2 where 14 2 is an example of battery voltage Solid RED E ID to Ele See Table 5 1 Error Codes Displayed on the Display Panel Screen on page 5 5 Solid GREEN SA or ISA or 35A Select button is pressed to display present Charging Current or or 55A setting Flashing None of the info and setting LED lights are on GREEN Present setting is displayed on the screen 975 0467 01 01 nor nl Select button is pressed to display present Inverter Mode setting None of the info and setting LED lights are on Present setting is displayed on the screen
20. the Freedom HW read all instructions and cautionary markings on the Freedom HW the batteries and all appropriate sections of this guide AN CAUTION Risk of injury To reduce the risk of injury charge only 12 Vdc lead acid GEL AGM or Flooded rechargeable batteries Other battery types may burst causing personal injury and damage 2 Do not expose the Freedom HW to rain snow spray or bilge water To reduce risk of fire hazard do not cover or obstruct the ventilation openings Do not install the Freedom HW in a zero clearance compartment Overheating may result 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 Freedom HW with damaged or substandard wiring The use of any attachments not recommended or sold by Xantrex may result in risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons Do not operate the Freedom HW if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way If the Freedom HW is damaged see the Warranty section Safety vi Do not disassemble the Freedom HW It contains no user serviceable parts See Warranty for instructions on obtaining service Attempting to service the Freedom HW yourself may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire and will void your warranty Internal capacitors remain charged after all power is disconnected To reduce the risk of electrical shock disconn
21. 5 975 0467 01 01 A 7 A 8 Warranty and Return Information Warranty What does this warranty cover and how long does it last This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology Inc Xantrex and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your Freedom HW Inverter Charger This Warranty Period lasts for 12 Months from the date of purchase at the point of sale to you the original end user customer unless otherwise agreed in writing You will be required to demonstrate 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 original proof of purchase as described in What proof of purchase is required What will Xantrex do During the Warranty Period Xantrex will at its option repair the product if economically feasible or replace the defective product free of 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
22. A Specifications Electrical Specifications Inverter Mode A 2 Electrical Specifications Charge Mode A 3 Environmental Specifications A 4 System Specifications A 4 Physical Specifications A 4 Regulatory Approvals A 5 Inverter Overload Operation A 5 Invert Power Derating vs Ambient Temperature A 6 Charger Output Current vs AC Input Voltage A 7 Warranty and Return Information WA 1 975 0467 01 01 xiii Contents xiv 975 0467 01 01 Figures Figure 2 1 What s In The Box 2 2 Figure 3 1 Dip Switches Factory Setting Shown 3 2 Figure 3 2 Display Panel a a see 3 3 Figure 4 1 Three stage Charging Process 4 12 975 0467 01 01 XV xvi Tables Table 2 1 Table 3 1 Table 4 1 Table 4 2 Table 4 3 Table 5 1 Table 5 2 Table A 1 Freedom HW Default Values 2 3 Charging Current Guidelines 3 5 Status LED during Inverter Mode 4 6
23. An overload shutdown When the Freedom HW s AC load is approximately 100 W below the overload shutdown limit of 1000 W the audible alarm beeps once every two seconds and the display screen shows a fault code E OB When the Freedom HW s AC load increases to near 1100 W the audible alarm beeps every second and the display screen shows a fault code EDJ The Status LED turns solid RED and in 30 seconds both the unit and the display screen will shut down to prevent damage to the inverter and protect the battery from being over discharged High Surge Loads Some induction motors used in freezers pumps and other motor operated equipment require high surge currents to start The Freedom HW may not be able to start some of these motors even though their rated steady state current draw is within the inverter s limits The unit will shut down and indicate an overload shutdown A single incandescent bulb requires five to ten times its power rating when lighting up from a cold start If you have several bulbs lighting up all at the same time then the surge is even greater A Compact Flourescent Light or CFL also has a momentary surge that is more than ten times its power rating when lighting up from a cold start 975 0467 01 01 Trouble Loads Inverter Loads CAUTION Some equipment may be damaged by the Freedom HW s modified sine wave output which has a different wave form than utility supplied electricity Some applian
24. CAUTIONS 1 Study and follow all of the battery manufacturer s specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging and recommended rates of charge 2 Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches the level specified by the battery manufacturer This helps to purge excessive gas from cells Do not overfill For a battery without cell caps carefully follow manufacturer s recharging instructions 3 Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or batteries 5 Use extra caution to reduce the risk or dropping a metal tool on the battery It could spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical parts and could cause an explosion 6 Remove all metal items like rings bracelets and watches when working with batteries Batteries can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld metal to skin causing a severe burn 7 Have someone within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead acid battery 8 Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin clothing or eyes 9 Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection Avoid touching your eyes while working near batteries 975 0467 01 01 vii Safety 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 If battery acid contacts skin or clothing wash immediately with soap and water If acid
25. Configuration Setting Battery Types on the Main Unit 3 2 Viewing Inverter Charger Information 3 3 Adjusting Feature Settings 3 3 4 Operation Display Panel Operation 4 2 Operating in Shore Power Mode 4 3 Inverter Mode Settings 4 3 Operating in Inverter Mode 4 4 Disabling the Inverter Function 4 4 Checking Battery Status 4 4 Checking Output Power 4 4 Operating Several Loads at Once 4 5 Adjusting the Audible Alarm 4 5 Status LED During Inverter Mode 4 6 Operating During Transition Between Shore Power and Inverter Mode 4 8 Transitioning from Shore Power to Inverter Mode 4 8 Transitioning from Inverter Mode to Shore Power 4 8 975 0467 01 01 xi Contents xii Operating Limits 4 9 Power Output 4 9 Input Voltage 4 9
26. EN TO MAINTAIN THE ACCURACY OF THE TRANSLATION THE ACCURACY CANNOT BE GUARANTEED APPROVED XANTREX CONTENT IS CONTAINED WITH THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE VERSION WHICH IS POSTED AT WWW XANTREX COM Date and Revision Document Part Number Product Number December 2008 Rev A 975 0467 01 01 806 1055 Contact Information Telephone 1 800 670 0707 toll free North America 1 408 987 6030 direct Fax 1 800 994 7828 toll free North America Email customerservice xantrex com Web www xantrex com About This Guide Purpose Scope Audience The purpose of this Owner s Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for operating maintaining and troubleshooting a Freedom HW Installation For complete information to help in setting up a Freedom HW Installation see the Freedom HF Inverter Charger Installation Guide Doc Part Number 975 0468 01 01 Recreational or Fleet Vehicle installation The Guide provides safety guidelines as well as information about Operating and troubleshooting the installation 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 and operators of the Freedom HW Inverter Charger unit Organization This Guide is organized into five chapters and one appendix Chapter 1 introduces you to the Freedom HW explains the inverting charging and power system management functions Chapter
27. Press the Select button once The LED screen will display the present charging current setting Example SSA for a 55 A setting Press the Select button again to change to the next setting The LED screen shows the next setting Example SA fora 5 A setting Continue pressing the Select button to cycle through each of the four settings SA ISA ISR and SSA until you reach the desired setting Press and hold the Select button for five seconds to make the setting permanent 975 0467 01 01 By default the inverter mode is set to ON 975 0467 01 01 Adjusting Feature Settings Table 3 1 Charging Current Guidelines AC Input Circuit Breaker Charger DC Current Maximum By pass AC or fuse size Setting Current Available Amps Amps Amps 15 5 12 5 15 9 5 35 4 0 55 0 20 5 17 5 15 14 5 35 9 0 55 5 0 30 5 27 5 15 24 5 35 19 0 35 15 0 To change the inverter mode setting ON I n 1 will put the inverter on standby This means when shorepower is present AC shorepower will pass through as AC output And when shorepower is not available the inverter function will take power from the battery and provide AC output power When the inverter mode is ON you can manually turn the inverter function ON or OFF by using the Power button See Operating in Inverter Mode on page 4 4 OFF 1 n0 will completely disable inverte
28. TED IN THE EUROPEAN UNION MEMBER STATE WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE PRODUCT FURTHER WHILE THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM EU MEMBER STATE TO EU MEMBER STATE OR IF YOU DID NOT PURCHASE THE PRODUCT IN AN EU MEMBER STATE IN THE COUNTRY YOU PURCHASED THE PRODUCT WHICH MAY VARY FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY AND JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION Return Material Authorization Policy For those products that are not being repaired in the field and are being returned to Xantrex 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 S Return Procedure Package the unit safely preferably using the original box and packing materials Please ensure that your product is shipp
29. Technology Inc 1 800 670 0707 Tel toll free NA 1 408 987 6030 Tel direct 1 800 994 7828 Fax toll free NA customerservice xantrex com www xantrex com 975 0467 01 01 Printed in China
30. al voltage 12 0 Vdc Min battery voltage for charging 0 0 Vdc Max output voltage 14 4 Vdc Nominal output current User selectable 5A 15A 35A 55A Charger current derating Automatically reduce charger current as internal temperature exceeds 80 C and input Vac approaches low transfer Efficiency at nominal output 278 Other Battery type settings Flooded default Gel AGM or Fixed 13 5V Charge algorithms Three stages Bulk Absorption and Float Independent battery banks 1 975 0467 01 01 A 3 Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature Range 32 104 F 0 40 C with output derated above 77 F 25 C Storage Temperature Range 40 158 F 40 70 C Humidity Operation Storage 5 95 RH non condensing System Specifications Pass through 120 Vac 60 Hz 30 A 3 hr Max 24 A continuous Transfer relay rating 30A 2 0hp Transfer time lt 30ms milliseconds Transfer on bad voltage 90 100V for low AC and 130 140 for high AC Cooling Fan activated by any of the following e High internal temperature e High AC output power Physical Specifications Unit Dimensions and Weight Length 15 5 39 3cm Width 9 5 24 1cm Height 4 2 10 6cm Weight 10 3 Ibs 4 7 kg A 4 975 0467 01 01 Regulatory Approvals Regulatory Approvals ETL approved to CSA 107 1 UL458
31. anel Disabling the Inverter Function WARNING Shock hazard Switching the Power button to Off does not disconnect DC battery power from the Freedom HW You must disconnect both AC and DC power before working on any circuits connected to the Freedom HW To prevent unnecessary battery discharge switch the Power button to Off when you are not using the Freedom HW Checking Battery Status During inverter mode you can check the battery status by pressing the Select button until the Input Voltage LED or Input Current LED illuminates The battery voltage or battery current appears in the three digit LED display screen when the Input Voltage LED or Input Current LED illuminates The normal operating battery voltage range is between 11 and 15 volts Checking Output Power During Inverter mode you can check how much power displayed in kW the Freedom HW is supplying to the connected loads by pressing the Select button until the Output Power LED illuminates 4 4 975 0467 01 01 Operating in Inverter Mode Operating Several Loads at Once If you are going to operate several loads from the Freedom HW turn them on one at a time after you have turned the inverter on Turning loads on separately helps to ensure that the inverter does not have to deliver the starting current for all the loads at once and will help prevent an overload shutdown Adjusting the Audible Alarm 975 0467 01 01 The Freedom HW s audible alarm
32. ces including the types listed below may be damaged if they are connected to the Freedom HW e Speed controllers found in some fans power tools kitchen appliances and other loads may be damaged e Some chargers for small rechargeable batteries can be damaged See Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances on page 1x for details e Metal halide arc HMI lights can be damaged Important If you are unsure about operating any device with the Freedom HW contact the manufacturer of the device to ensure that it is compatible with the modified sine waveform Over temperature Conditions 975 0467 01 01 During Inverter mode when the Freedom HW s internal temperature starts to approach its preset shutdown limit the alarm will beep every two seconds and the display will show fault code EZ1 If the over temperature condition persists the alarm will beep once per second and the display will show fault code EU4 The Status LED turns solid RED and the inverter will shut down to prevent damage to the inverter and protect the battery from being over discharged However when the internal temperature drops and falls within normal operating temperature the Freedom HW will recover automatically and will continue inverting During AC shore power mode when the Freedom HW s charger temperature starts to approach its threshold limit the charging current will automatically derate from 55 A to 35 A If the temperature continues to
33. down See Troubleshooting Reference on page 5 8 4 Select button e In Invert mode press the button to choose what appears in the three digit LED display See Viewing Inverter Charger Information on page 3 3 NOTE A corresponding LED light either flashes or illuminates solid for each item e In Feature setting mode press to toggle through different selections and press and hold for five seconds to make the selection permanent See Adjusting Feature Settings on page 3 3 4 2 975 0467 01 01 Operating in Shore Power Mode Operating in Shore Power Mode The Freedom HW operates in shore power mode when an AC source a generator or utility power is present at the AC input terminals When the AC source is within operating range the Freedom HW unit bypasses inverter function and provides the same AC source power to the AC output terminals AC power will automatically pass through the Freedom HW WARNING Shock hazard Switching the Power button to Standby does not interrupt the supply of shore power to the Freedom HW Shore power supersedes inverter function See Transitioning from Inverter Mode to Shore Power on page 4 8 The Freedom HW also automatically charges the battery bank that is connected while in shore power mode See Battery Charging on page 4 12 The green Status LED lights up to indicate that the Freedom HW is using utility or generator power and the battery is full A flashing gr
34. e Alarm SdL low setting SdH high setting 11 0 V or less 12 3 V or less The low battery alarm beeps once every two seconds and the display shows fault code EOS Low Voltage Shutdown GdL low setting SdH high setting 10 5 V or less 11 8 V or less The low battery alarm beeps every second and the display shows fault code EO 1 The status LED turns red and the display screen is turned OFF within 30 seconds to protect the battery from being over discharged High Voltage Shutdown GdL low setting SdH high setting 15 5 V or more 12 6 V or more The over voltage alarm beeps every second and the display shows fault code EO alternating with the battery voltage The status LED turns red and the display screen is turned OFF within 30 seconds to protect itself from excessive input voltage Note Although the Freedom HW incorporates over voltage protection it can still be damaged if input voltage exceeds 16 V 4 9 Inverter Loads The Freedom HW will operate most AC loads within its power rating of 1000 watts However some appliances and equipment may be difficult to operate and other appliances may actually be damaged if you try to operate them with the Freedom HW Please read High Surge Loads and Trouble Loads carefully Overload Conditions Overload Warning Overload Shutdown There are two kinds of overload conditions e An overload warning and e
35. ect both AC and DC power from the Freedom HW before attempting any maintenance or cleaning or working on any circuits connected to the Freedom HW Turning off controls will not reduce this risk The Freedom HW must be provided with an equipment grounding conductor connected to the AC input ground IN WARNING Explosion hazard Working in the vicinity of batteries is dangerous Batteries generate explosive gases during normal operation Therefore it is of utmost importance that each time before servicing the unit in the vicinity of the battery that you read this manual and follow the instructions exactly This equipment contains components which tend to produce arcs or sparks To prevent fire or explosion do not install the Freedom HW in compartments containing batteries or flammable materials or in locations that require ignition protected equipment This includes any space containing gasoline powered machinery fuel tanks as well as joints fittings or other connections between components of the fuel system To reduce the risk of battery explosion follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any unit you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery 975 0467 01 01 Safety Personal Precautions When Working With Batteries WARNING BATTERIES PRESENT RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK BURN FROM HIGH SHORT CIRCUIT CURRENT FIRE OR EXPLOSION FROM VENTED GASES OBSERVE PROPER PRE
36. ed fully insured in the original packaging or equivalent This warranty will not apply where the product is damaged due to improper packaging 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 Ship the unit prepaid to the address provided by your Xantrex customer service representative 975 0467 01 01 WA 3 Warranty and Return 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 and that the ASC repairs this particular Xantrex product Out of Warranty Service If the warranty period for your product 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 unit may be serviced or replaced for a flat f
37. ee To return your product 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 4 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 WA 4 975 0467 01 01 Warranty and Return Information About Your System As soon as you open your Freedom HW Inverter Charger package record the following information and be sure to keep your proof of purchase O Serial Number O Product Number 806 1055 O Purchased From 71 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 A Type of installation e g RV truck O Length of time inverter has been installed 1 Battery battery bank size O Battery type e g flooded sealed gel cell AGM O DC wiring size and length O Alarm sounding O Description of indicators on front panel O Appliances operating when problem occurred O Description of problem 975 0467 01 01 WA 5 WA 6 Xantrex
38. een Status LED indicates that the unit is charging the battery Inverter Mode Settings Inverter mode setting is Standby Inverter mode setting is Off 975 0467 01 01 When the Freedom HW s Inverter mode setting is enabled 4 n 1 and the AC source is outside the operating range or is disconnected the transfer switch automatically switches to inverter function This means that the AC output terminals will provide power from the battery and any appliance connected to the AC output terminals will operate When the Freedom HW s Inverter mode setting is disabled nO and the AC source is outside the operating range or is disconnected the Freedom HW will not switch to invert mode This means that even if the Power button is pressed to try and turn inverter function on there will be no power coming from the battery to the AC output terminals Therefore any appliance connected to the AC output terminals will not operate Note To configure see To change the inverter mode setting on page 3 5 4 3 Operating in Inverter Mode The Freedom HW is in inverter mode when shore power is not presently available and the unit is using the battery inverting DC to AC to power the appliances connected to the Freedom HW The Yellow status LED lights up to indicate the Freedom HW is using the battery to power the appliances Table 4 1 below illustrates the battery status during inverter mode as shown on the display p
39. en and the alarm will remain on and e AC power will continue to pass through to the AC outlets For error code E Id e the unit will stop charging and shut down and e the error code will show on the display screen briefly and e AC power will not pass through to the AC outlets To reset error codes E 0 to E Ie 1 Remove the AC input and 2 Turn the unit OFF and then turn ON again using the Power button on the display panel 5 7 Troubleshooting Reference WARNING Electrical shock and burn hazard Do not disassemble the Freedom HW It does not contain any user serviceable parts Repairing the unit yourself could result in an electrical shock or burn Table 5 2 Troubleshooting Reference Problem Possible Cause Solution Low output voltage Inverter mode 96 Vac 104 Vac during You are using a voltmeter that cannot accurately read the RMS voltage of a modified sine wave Use a true RMS reading voltmeter such as the Fluke 87 LED is red No output voltage The status AC shore power is not available or out of operating range and the inverter has shut down with the display screen showing one of the following error codes Low input voltage fault code EO 1 Check the DC connections and the cable e Recharge the battery High input voltage fault code EOZ e Verify the unit is connected to a 12V battery e Check the voltage regulation of the external charging sy
40. f the Freedom HW It covers the following Materials list Default settings list Front panel features Side panel features Rear panel features and Display panel features 2 1 Materials List Your Freedom HW Inverter Charger package includes the items listed below e Freedom HW Inverter Charger unit e display panel p n 808 9557 with 7 inch 0 17 m display panel cable p n 053 0049 02 e display panel mounting plate p n 808 9555 e display panel mounting template p n 531 0081 01 01 e display panel compartment cover p n 808 9556 e AC wiring compartment cover p n 210 0738 01 01 e two reference materials an Owner s Guide and an Installation Guide p n 975 0468 01 01 and 975 0467 01 01 e one set of lock washers and nuts already connected to the bolts p n 061 2002 and 062 0030 Freedom HW unit Display panel is already mounted on the unit and connected to the remote panel port using the 7 inch display panel cable Underneath is the display panel compartment that houses the remote panel port and the remote dip switch Wiring compartment cover Display panel Display panel mounting plate compartment cover Figure 2 1 What s In The Box 2 2 975 0467 01 01 Default Settings for the Freedom HW System Default Settings for the Freedom HW System Table 2 1 lists the default settings for the Freedom HW system You may record your settings in the right hand column after you have conf
41. f the unit e Check that the ventilation grille is not blocked e Check for ambient temperature and move the unit to a cooler location whenever possible EOB not used EDS not used E 10 High battery voltage AC shore e Check for external charging sources such gt 15 5 V power as an over voltage alternator and disconnect if necessary e Confirm that the external charging source is not the cause The error may be caused by the internal battery charger system Call Xantrex for support Ell Over temperature AC shore e Reduce the loads connected to the AC detected on the AC power outlet of the unit transfer relay e Check that the ventilation grille is not blocked e Check for ambient temperature and move the unit to a cooler location whenever possible E ie Battery is bad or AC shore e Check the battery bank external DC loadis power NOTE The battery voltage did not rise connected to the above 5 Vdc after 1 minute or 10 Vdc after battery 15 minutes e Check that the external DC load current consumption is below the charging current setting e Disconnect the DC load or increase the charger current setting 5 6 975 0467 01 01 975 0467 01 01 Warning Messages For error codes ED to EDH e the unit will stop inverting and e the display screen and the alarm will turn off after 30 seconds For error codes E IG and E 1 e the unit will stop charging but e the error code will still show on the display scre
42. gy are trademarks of Schneider Electric Services International sprl registered in the U S and other countries 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 Xantrex Freedom HW Inverter Charger Owner s Guide O December 2008 Xantrex Technology Inc All rights reserved No part of this document may be reproduced in any form or disclosed to third parties without the express written consent of Xantrex Technology Inc 5917 195th St NE Arlington WA 98223 Xantrex Technology Inc reserves the right to revise this document and to periodically make changes to the content hereof without obligation or organization of such revisions or changes unless required to do so by prior arrangement Exclusion for Documentation 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 RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSSES DAMAGES COSTS OR EXPENSES WHETHER SPECIAL 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 AND C REMINDS YOU THAT IF THIS MANUAL IS IN ANY LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH ALTHOUGH STEPS HAVE BEEN TAK
43. hore power is present and when it becomes unavailable or when shore power drops to less than 95 Vac Transitioning from Shore Power to Inverter Mode When the unit is operating in shore power mode and shore power is lost the Freedom HW has less than 30 ms milliseconds to switch to inverter mode and start drawing power from the battery The Status LED will turn from solid or flashing GREEN to a solid YELLOW Transitioning from Inverter Mode to Shore Power When the unit is operating in inverter mode and shore power becomes available the Freedom HW begins a 20 second countdown to verify the stability of the shore power If shore power remains stable within 20 seconds at the end of the countdown the Freedom HW has less than 30 ms milliseconds to switch to shore power mode and start drawing power from the AC source The Status LED will turn from solid YELLOW to flashing YELLOW during the 20 second countdown then turn to GREEN when battery power is transitioned successfully to shore power 4 8 975 0467 01 01 Operating Limits Operating Limits Power Output Input Voltage 975 0467 01 01 The Freedom HW can deliver up to 1000 watts continuous power The wattage rating applies to resistive loads such as incandescent lights The allowable Freedom HW input voltage ranges are shown in the following table Operating Condition Voltage Range Comment Normal 11 15 0 V Optimum 12 0 13 0 V Performance Low Voltag
44. ighting up from a cold start 975 0467 01 01 5 11 Specifications Appendix A contains electrical performance information and product specifications Note Specifications are subject to change without notice Electrical Specifications Inverter Mode DC Input Low operating voltage range 10 5 15 5 V GdL setting High operating voltage range 11 8 15 5 V SdH setting Under voltage alarm shutdown 10 5 11 0 V Under voltage recovery 12 0 V GdL setting Under voltage alarm shutdown 11 8 12 3 V Under voltage recovery 12 6 V GdH setting Safe non operating voltage range 0 16 Vdc Normal voltage 12 5V Nominal current at full load 100A AC Output Output voltage 120 Vac Continuous power 1 0kW 25 C Surge power 17A 2kW for 200 ms Max short circuit current 55A peak Frequency 60 Hz Wave shape Modified Sinewave Power derating above 40 C ambient temp See Invert Power Derating vs Ambient Temperature on page A 6 Peak efficiency 288 Full load efficiency 285 Other No load input power producing lt 10W output voltage Off mode current draw lt 3mA 975 0467 01 01 Electrical Specifications Charge M ode Electrical Specifications Charge Mode AC Input Operating voltage range 95 135 Vac Nominal current 12Aac at 55A charge 120 Vac in Nominal frequency 60 Hz DC Output Nomin
45. igured the Freedom HW Table 2 1 Freedom HW Default Values Item Default Setting Your Setting Alarm ON Charger Current 55A Battery Type Flooded 14 4 13 5 adjustable from the display panel adjustable from the main unit behind the display panel assembly Front Panel 3 Feature Description 1 Display panel displays inverter status and battery status information on the screen The panel can be detached to expose the dip switches behind it and to extend and mount the panel on a wall or other location 2 Wiring compartment cover can be removed to access the AC wiring compartment for hard wiring the inverter to an existing AC power system 3 Knockouts for routing AC input and output wiring in hard wired installations 4 Mounting flange allows you to mount the inverter permanently 975 0467 01 01 2 3 Side Panel 1 da Feature Description 1 30 A supplementary protector provides overload protection for the AC output 2 Grounding stud provides a ground path for the Freedom HW chassis to the DC system ground 3 Main cooling fan turns on when powering loads above 500 W or when the internal temperature reaches a set point temperature Rear Panel Feature Description 1 Negative DC cabling terminal connects to the negative terminal of the battery using a battery cable
46. leshoot the Freedom HW Inverter Charger during operation It covers the following General troubleshooting guidelines Common problems Warning messages Troubleshooting references and Inverter applications loads 5 1 General Troubleshooting Guidelines IN WARNING Shock and Energy hazard Do not disassemble the Freedom HW It does not contain any user serviceable parts Attempting to service the unit yourself could result in an electrical shock or burn Important If you need to obtain service see page WA 1 Before you call Xantrex Customer Service record the information that is asked for in Information About Your System on page WA 5 This section will help you narrow down the source of any problem you encounter Before contacting Xantrex please work through the steps listed below 1 Check for any error codes displayed on the display screen If a message is displayed record it before doing anything further 2 As soon as possible record on page WA 3 the conditions at the time the problem occurred so you can provide details when you contact customer service for help Include the following as well as details noted on page WA 5 What loads the Freedom HW was running or attempting to run e What the battery condition was at the time voltage state of charge etc if known e Recent sequence of events Any known unusual AC shore power factors such as low voltage unstable generator output e
47. o the Freedom HW Do not use the following with the Freedom HW e Small battery operated appliances like flashlights razors and night lights that can be plugged directly into an AC receptacle to recharge e Some chargers for battery packs used in powerhand tools These affected chargers display a warning label stating that dangerous voltages are present at the battery terminals Important if you are unsure about using your rechargeable appliance with the Freedom HW contact the equipment manufacturer to find out if the appliance is acceptable for use with modified sine wave input voltage See the detailed description of the Freedom HW waveform in Appendix A Specifications under Electrical Specifications Inverter Mode on page A 2 Contents Important Safety Instructions v 1 Introduction Freedom HW Inverter Charger 1 2 Independent Power System 1 3 2 Features Materials List 2 2 Default Settings for the Freedom HW System 2 3 Front Panel 2 3 Side Panel 2 4 Rear Panel 2 4 Display Panel 2 5 3
48. ompany the product and the product must not have been disassembled or modified without prior written authorization by Xantrex 975 0467 01 01 WA 1 Warranty and Return 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 What does this warranty not cover Claims are limited to repair and replacement or if in Xantrex s discretion that is not possible reimbursement up to the purchase price paid for the product Xantrex will be liable to you only for direct damages suffered by you and only up to a maximum amount equal to the purchase price of the product This Limited Warranty does not warrant uninterrupted or error free operation of the product or 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 externally or damaged from improper use or use in an unsuitable environment b the product if it has been subjected to fire water
49. overs the following e Procedures for operating the inverter from the display panel e Operating limits and inverter loads e Battery charging and e Information about routine maintenance Display Panel Operation The Freedom HW features a display panel with three digit LED display screen to show inverter AC source and battery status information Info and Settings LED lights 130 GE OA ut Voltage V E Input Current A gt Lok Q Output Power KW HW 1000 Feature Description 1 Power button e Press and hold for one second to turn the Freedom HW s Inverter function ON or OFF when AC Shore Power is NOT present e Press and hold for five seconds to go into Feature Setting Mode 2 Three digit LED display screen shows status information and fault codes 3 Status LED indicates the mode of operation with a three color LED e Green pertains to Utility status e Solid indicates the Freedom HW is in shore power mode and battery is fully charged e Flashing indicates the Freedom HW is in shore power mode and the unit is currently charging the battery e Yellow pertains to Battery status e Solid indicates the Freedom HW is in inverter mode and using the battery to provide AC power e Flashing indicates the Freedom HW is in inverter mode but AC shore power is detected thus transferring to shore power mode within 20 seconds e Red indicates a Fault condition and the Freedom HW has shut
50. r function This means when shorepower is present AC shorepower will still pass through as AC output However when shorepower is not available the inverter function remains disabled and therefore no AC output power When the inverter mode is OFF you cannot manually turn the inverter function ON or OFF by using the Power button 1 Press and hold the Power button for five seconds 2 Press the Power button once The LED screen will flash I n intermittently 3 Press the Select button once The LED screen will display the present or most recent inverter mode setting Example n I for an inverter mode setting of ON or i nQ for an inverter mode setting of OFF 3 5 By default the alarm is set to ON By default the low voltage setting is set to Low 3 6 4 Continue pressing the Select button to cycle through the two settings I n I and 4 nO until you reach the desired setting 5 Press and hold the Select button for five seconds to make the setting permanent To adjust the alarm setting ON AL P will sound the alarm on all warning and fault conditions OFF ALO will mute the alarm 1 Press and hold the Power button for five seconds 2 Press the Power button twice The LED screen will flash AL intermittently 3 Press the Select button once The LED screen will display the present or most recent alarm setting Example AL 1 for an inverter mode setting
51. setting LED lights are on Present setting is displayed on the screen ALG or AL 1 Select button is pressed to display present Alarm setting None of the info and setting LED lights are on Present setting is displayed on the screen SdL or SdH Select button is pressed to display present Shutdown setting None of the info and setting LED lights are on Present setting is displayed on the screen EOS through EQ Warning condition detected while AC output power is still available See Table 5 1 Error Codes Displayed on the Display Panel Screen on page 5 5 975 0467 01 01 Operating in Inverter Mode Table 4 1 Status LED during Inverter Mode Status LED Display Screen Condition Solid RED EO through EQY Fault condition detected and AC output power is not available The unit will sound an alarm and will shutdown completely within 30 seconds See Table 5 1 Error Codes Displayed on the Display Panel Screen on page 5 5 Off Off Inverter is OFF Off or Yellow 09 0 No communication between the Freedom HW and the 975 0467 01 01 Display Panel because the battery voltage was too low to start the Inverter 4 7 Operating During Transition Between Shore Power and Inverter Mode The Freedom HW s advanced power management is capable of transitioning power from an AC source to DC source within a fraction of a second and vice versa The Freedom HW automatically detects when s
52. sfer switch automatically transfers between inverter power and incoming AC power shore power to ensure power is always available The built in charger automatically charges the battery bank when the Freedom HW is connected to incoming AC power shore power The Freedom HW s built in protection features safeguard your batteries and equipment to give you worry free operation e The low battery voltage alarm and shutdown prevents your batteries from becoming completely discharged e The three stage charging capability ensures that batteries receive the best charge with minimal wear and tear e Ifthe Freedom HW detects low AC voltage it switches automatically to Inverter mode and supplies your equipment with modified sine wave power derived from the batteries When AC voltage returns within range again the Freedom HW allows the AC to pass through to your loads and automatically begins to recharge the batteries If incoming shore power fails the Freedom HW automatically detects the failure and instantly becomes an independent power source that supplies quality AC to your loads 975 0467 01 01 Overload Alarm and Shutdown Over temp Alarm and Shutdown Independent Power System During Inverter mode the Freedom HW automatically alerts you if the loads that are connected and drawing power from the unit are close to the maximum operating limit The Freedom HW automatically shuts down when the maximum operating limit is
53. stem if any Unit overload or AC output short circuit fault code E23 e Reduce the load Make sure the load does not exceed the output rating Thermal shutdown fault code EU4 e Allow the unit to cool off e Reduce the load if continuous operation is required e Improve ventilation Make sure the inverter s ventilation openings are not blocked AC transfer relay has overheated during shore power mode e Improve ventilation Make sure the inverter s ventilation grille is not blocked e Reduce the load 5 8 975 0467 01 01 Table 5 2 Troubleshooting Reference Troubleshooting Reference Problem Possible Cause Solution No output voltage The Status LED is green or yellow 30 A supplementary breaker has tripped Circuit breaker on the AC load panel or AC output disconnect has tripped Battery voltage is too low to start inverting Display screen may show DC voltage as 00 0 Check load and reset the supplementary breaker Reset the circuit breaker or check the AC output disconnect circuits Check DC connections and cable Recharge battery No output voltage The status LED is not lighting up AC shore power is not available or out of operating range and the inverter is in OFF mode e Check AC shore power e Turn the inverter ON or change the inverter setting to Standby mode AC shore power is not available and the inverter is OFF due to
54. tc e Whether any extreme ambient conditions existed at the time temperature vibrations moisture etc 5 2 975 0467 01 01 975 0467 01 01 General Troubleshooting Guidelines If your Freedom HW is not displaying an error code check the following to make sure the present state of the installation allows proper operation Is the inverter located in a clean dry adequately ventilated place Are the battery cables adequately sized as recommended in the Installation guide Is the battery in good condition 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 Are all disconnects and AC breakers closed and operable Have any of the fuses blown in the installation Contact Xantrex for further assistance Please be prepared to describe details or your system installation and to provide the model and serial number of the unit 5 3 Common Problems Buzz in Audio Equipment Some inexpensive stereo systems may emit a buzzing noise from their loudspeakers when operated from the Freedom HW This occurs because the power supply in the audio system does not adequately filter the modified sine wave produced by the inverter The only solution is to use a sound system that has a higher quality power supply Television Recep
55. 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 Hawaii and outside of the United States and Canada are excluded Contact Xantrex Customer Service for details on freight policy for return shipments from excluded areas 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 1 408 987 6030 direct Fax 1 800 994 7828 toll free North America 1 604 422 2756 direct Email customerservice Oxantrex com Website www 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 acc
56. tion 5 4 When the Freedom HW is operating it can interfere with television reception on some channels If interference occurs try the following 1 Make sure that the chassis ground stud on the Freedom HW is solidly connected to the ground system of your vehicle or vessel 2 Make sure that the television antenna provides an adequate snow free signal and that you are using good quality cable between the antenna and the television 3 Keep the cables between the battery and the Freedom HW as short as possible and twist them together with two to three twists per foot This minimizes radiated interference from the cables Move the television as far away from the Freedom HW as possible 5 Do not operate high power loads with the Freedom HW while the television is on 975 0467 01 01 Warning Messages Warning Messages Warning messages in the form of audible alarms and error codes that appear on the display panel screen to alert you to an impending system change Warnings do not affect operation With the exception of the error codes displayed on the screen only the audible alarm can be enabled or disabled Follow the steps in To adjust the alarm setting on page 3 6 to change the alarm settings The error codes are listed in Table 5 1 below The text in the Error Code column appears on the display screen of the display panel Table 5 1 Error Codes Displayed on the Display Panel Screen
57. tors typical in drill presses band saws etc the largest you can expect to run is to 1 hp the transfer relays are rated at 2 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 1t should be turned off When the inverter attempts to start a load that is greater than it can handle it will turn itself off after a few seconds Long Transfer Times Xantrex has observed a specific situation where the Freedom HW may take a long time to transfer to inverter mode when shore power fails maybe 0 1 0 2 seconds This can occur when the Freedom HW is powering motor loads where the motor is able to freewheel when power is removed e g a grinder This long transfer may cause computers or other sensitive equipment to operate incorrectly If power glitches must be minimized then Xantrex recommends that motor loads not be operated when sensitive equipment is being used High Surge When Powering Incandescent and CFL Bulbs A single incandescent bulb requires five to ten times its power rating when lighting up from a cold start If you have several bulbs lighting up all at the same time then the surge is even greater A Compact Flourescent Light or CFL also has a momentary surge that is more than ten times its power rating when l
58. ure the unit s ventilation openings are not blocked an error is encountered Alarm does not sound when Alarm is turned OFF Reactivate the alarm See To adjust the alarm setting on page 3 6 The problem is not described N A in this table Visit www xantrex com support asp and check the FAQs Frequently Asked Questions for your product Inverter Applications The Freedom HW performs differently depending on the AC loads connected to it If you are having problems with any of your loads read this section Resistive Loads These are the loads that the inverter finds the simplest and most efficient to drive Voltage and current are in phase i e 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 locads such as electric stoves and water heaters from an inverter due to their high current requirements Even though the inverter can most likely accommodate the load the size of battery bank required would be impractical if the load is to be run for long periods 975 0467 01 01 Inverter Applications Motor Loads 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 e g compressors and pumps Of the capacitor start mo
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