Xantrex Technology XC1524, XC5012, XC2524, XC3012 manual Important Safety Instructions

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Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

This chapter contains important safety and operating instructions as prescribed by safety standards for chargers used in RV and marine applications. Read and keep this Owner’s Guide for future reference.

1.Before installing or using the Xantrex XC3012, XC5012, XC1524 or XC2524 Battery Charger (XC Series), read all instructions and cautionary markings on the XC Series, the batteries, and all appropriate sections of this guide.

2.Do not expose the XC Series 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 XC Series in a zero-clearance compartment. Overheating may result.

3.Use only attachments recommended or sold by Xantrex. Doing otherwise may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

4.The XC Series is designed to be permanently connected to the AC and DC electrical systems. Xantrex recommends that all wiring be done by a certified technician or electrician to ensure compliance with the local and national electrical codes relevant to your installation. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the installation of the XC Series complies with all relevant electrical codes.

5.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 XC Series with damaged or substandard wiring.

6.Do not disassemble the XC Series. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempting to service the XC Series yourself may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire.

NOTE: Disassembling the XC Series will void your warranty.

7.To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect both AC and DC power from the XC Series before attempting any maintenance or cleaning or before working on any circuits connected to the XC Series. Turning the XC Series off using the remote display will not reduce this risk.

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Contents Owner’s Guide Battery ChargerPage Xantrex XC3012, XC5012 XC1524 and XC2524 Battery Charger Date and Revision Organization PurposeScope AudienceRelated Information Conventions UsedImportant Safety Instructions Explosive Gas and Battery Precautions FCC Information Viii Contents Specifications TroubleshootingOperation Introduction XC Series provides the following protection features XC Series provides the following standard featuresXC Series XC Series AppearanceRemote Display Information Centers of the XC SeriesInformation Centers of the XC Series Onboard Status Panel CHfDescription Rear Panel5XC Series System Preparing for InstallationYou need the following materials Tools and MaterialsCondition Requirement Location6XC Series Mounting Orientations DC Wiring Wiring RequirementsOver-current protection disconnect AC WiringBattery Bank Size Requirements Installation Installation Sequence Installing the XC SeriesTo install DC wiring Pre-Installing DC WiringTo install AC wiring Pre-Installing AC WiringConductor Color code To connect AC wires with the crimp-on butt-splice connector To remove the display Mounting the Remote DisplayTo secure the display or blank plate on the unit To remotely mount the display MountingTo mount the XC Series Grounding Shows the connection order Final ConnectionsTo make the last DC connections Final DC ConnectionsTo make the last AC connections Powering UpBattery Temperature Sensor Installing Optional AccessoriesTo install a BTS To install rubber boots Drip Protection Rubber BootsTo configure the battery bank type Configuring the XC SeriesTo configure the charging type Operation Multiplex 3-Stage Charging About ChargingSequential 2-Stage Charging To force a battery detection sequenceCharging Overview Disqualified Batteries Temperature ConsiderationsPerform these disqualification checks in the order shown Things to be awareTo charge your batteries Charging BatteriesCharging Batteries About Equalizing Equalizing Flooded BatteriesTo equalize your batteries Performing An EqualizationThere is only one way to safely turn the XC Series off Transitioning the XC Series to On, Disabled or OffThere are two ways to disable the XC Series There are two ways to turn the XC Series onReading Remote Display and Onboard Status Indicator Lights Accessing Charger InformationABS Reporting While Charging or Equalizing CerrReporting While Disabled Reporting While Battery MonitoringTo view the present status of the banks Using a Generator As Source Power Page Troubleshooting To clean battery terminals Care and Maintenance1Indicator Light Sequences on the XC Series Indicator Light Flashing Sequences2Error Messages Error Messages on Remote DisplayErr Bat Symptom Problem SolvingFault indicator light flashes. XC Series stops functioning Rdy Page Specifications Electrical Specifications Physical SpecificationsAC Input Specifications AC Input SpecificationsProtection Features Temperature SpecificationsEMC ApprovalsPage Limited Warranty for Warranty and Product InformationDisclaimer of Warranty Return Material Authorization Policy Information About Your System Page Xantrex Technology Inc