Xantrex Technology PS2.5, PS3.0 installation and operation guide Operation

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Mounting to the Negative Battery Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Mounting to the Side of the Battery Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Typical System Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Residential Backup System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Recreational Vehicle System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Residential Solar and Wind System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Section 5: Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Prosine Inverter Load Sense Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Operating Limits for Inverter Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Section 6: Multistage Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Charging Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Bulk Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Absorption Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Float Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Equalization Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Operation in Charger Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Operation in Equalization Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Equalization Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Adjustable Charger Mode Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Battery Charging Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Operating Limits for Charger Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Battery Charging and Equalization Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Section 7: Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Starting Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Deep-Cycle Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Sealed Gel Cell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Battery Bank Sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Estimating Battery Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Battery Bank Sizing Example & Worksheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Monthly Battery Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Cleaning Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Attire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

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Contents PS2.5 PS3.0 Page ProsineTM Installation and Operation GuideDate and Revision Important Safety Instructions Precautions When Working with Batteries Materials List System / Installation Information Inverter/Charger Components Prosine 2.5/3.0 Installation & Operation Guide Warranty Product DisclaimerReturn Material Authorization Policy Return Procedure Contents Configuration Operation Appendix B Inverter Applications Battery Charger Features FeaturesInverter Features Features Inverter Features Accessory Jacks Controls and IndicatorsDIP Switch Panel AC Terminals & Covers AC Bypass SelectorDC Terminals & Covers Standard LED Control Panel Display Standard LED Control PanelFaults Indicators & Reset Button Battery Status IndicatorInverter Status Indicators and On/Off Button Charger Status Indicator and On/Off Button Power IndicatorMounting and Installing the LED Control Panel ACS Control Panel Control Buttons Liquid Crystal DisplayACS Menu Tree Menu Navigation ProcedureAC Information Menu Inverter Information Menu Battery Information MenuCharger Status Charger Information MenuSystem Information Menu Version Information Menu Inverter Status Indicators and On/Off Button Faults Display & Reset ButtonCharger Status Indicator and On/Off Button Power IndicatorMounting and Installing the ACS Control Panel Battery Temperature Sensor Battery Temperature SensorBattery Temperature Sensor DIP Switch Settings ConfigurationBattery Temperature Battery TypeNot used Load SenseSwitch Breaker MaxAC Switch 2 Not Used RatingAmps CurrentDrawSwitch 5, 6, 7 12V 24VInstaller Configuration Items ACS ConfigurationUser Configuration Items ACS Configuration Considerations AC Shorepower Configuration Battery Size Battery Temperature Battery ConfigurationBattery Type Battery Info Type Flooded Load Sense TURN- on POWER1401 W Inverter ConfigurationHigh and Low Voltage Alarms and Cutoffs Charger ConfigurationEqualize is NOW Disabled Equalize is NOW Enabled System Configuration Installation Overview Inverter/Charger InstallationSafety Instructions Installation Overview Inverter/Charger Installation Designing the Installation Gfci Models Tools and Materials Required Where to Install the Prosine Inverter/ChargerAmbient temperature deg. C Mounting the Prosine Inverter/Charger AC and DC Wiring Separation Recommended Wire Size vs Breaker RatingAC Cabling AC Disconnect and Overload ProtectionDC Over-Current Protection Wire Size Fuse SizeDC Cabling DC Disconnect Battery Cable RoutingDC Cabling Connections 10 ft 15 ft 20 ft 30 ftRecommended DC Cable Sizes For Proper Operation DC Cabling ProcedureMounting Options Connecting the Battery Temperature SensorDC Grounding BTS Attached to Negative Battery Terminal Mounting to the Negative Battery TerminalBTS Attached to Battery Case Mounting to the Side of the Battery CaseResidential Backup System Typical System DiagramsRecreational Vehicle System Residential Solar and Wind System Operation Operating Limits for Inverter Operation Prosine Inverter Load Sense ModeProsine Operating Voltage Limits Operating Limits for Inverter Operation Charging Profile Multistage ChargingBulk Charge Absorption ChargeEqualization Charge Float ChargeEqualization Procedure Operation in Charger ModeOperation in Equalization Mode Adjustable Charger Mode Settings Operating Limits for Charger Operation Battery Charging TimesModel Flooded Comments Gel Battery Charging and Equalization GuideAGM Operating Limits for Charger Operation Types BatteriesTerminology Deep-Cycle Batteries Starting BatteriesSealed Gel Cell TemperatureEnvironment LocationEstimating Battery Requirements Battery Bank SizingBattery Sizing Example Battery Bank Sizing Example & WorksheetBattery Sizing Worksheet Cleaning Batteries Monthly Battery MaintenancePreparation AttireSupplies ProcedureEquipment Cables Cabling & Hook-up ConfigurationsParallel Connection 50 Ah100 Ah Series Connection24V Series Parallel ConnectionCabling & Hook-up Configurations Volt in parenthesis Appendix a SpecificationsProsine 2.5 12-volt Prosine 3.0 12-volt Prosine 2.5 12-volt Prosine 3.0 12-volt Volt in parenthesis Charger Output VoltagesProsine 2.5/3.0 Chassis Dimensions Prosine 2.5/3.0 Chassis Dimensions with Brackets Prosine 2.5 Efficiency 120Vac, 12Vdc model Prosine 2.5 Efficiency CurveProsine Over-Current Shutdown Response Prosine 2.5/3.0 Installation & Operation Guide Appendix B Inverter Applications Problem Loads in Load SenseResistive Loads Inductive LoadsOther Problem Loads What to do if a problem occurs Appendix C TroubleshootingAdvanced Control System ACS Error Code Displays and What They MeanControl Panel Error Description of Fault Possible Cause Solution Code Error Code TableError Code Table Appendix C Troubleshooting Error Description of Fault Possible Cause Solution Code Error Description of Fault Possible Cause Solution Code Error Code Table Index Index Gases, battery venting, 50 gel-cell,30 Index Index 100 Page 445-0096-01-01

PS3.0, PS2.5 specifications

Xantrex Technology has made significant strides in the power electronics sector with the introduction of their PS2.5 and PS3.0 inverter models. These inverters are designed primarily for solar energy applications, offering reliable and efficient power conversion for residential and commercial solar installations. The PS series stands out in the market due to its advanced features, innovative technologies, and user-friendly characteristics.

One of the main features of the Xantrex PS2.5 and PS3.0 inverters is their high efficiency rating, typically above 97%. This means that a minimal amount of energy is lost during conversion, allowing users to maximize their solar energy utilization. Additionally, these inverters come with a wide input voltage range, making them versatile and capable of handling various solar panel configurations.

Both models are equipped with advanced MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) technology. This feature optimizes the energy output from solar panels by constantly adjusting the operating point to ensure maximum power is extracted, even in variable weather conditions or partial shading. This capability significantly enhances the overall energy harvest from solar systems.

Another notable characteristic is their compact and lightweight design, which facilitates easy installation and integration into existing systems. The inverters are also designed with robust thermal management solutions, ensuring they operate effectively even in high-temperature environments. This durability extends their lifespan and increases reliability, critical factors for any solar installation.

Xantrex has also prioritized user experience with the PS2.5 and PS3.0 models by providing a built-in monitoring system. Users can access real-time data on energy production, performance metrics, and system status through a user-friendly interface. This connectivity allows for quick troubleshooting and maintenance, thus enhancing the overall efficiency of solar energy systems.

Safety is paramount in the design of these inverters. They meet stringent international safety standards and come equipped with comprehensive protection features, including over-voltage, under-voltage, and short-circuit protection. This ensures the inverter operates safely, protecting both the user and the connected solar array.

In summary, Xantrex Technology's PS2.5 and PS3.0 inverters are engineered with cutting-edge features and technologies that cater to the evolving needs of solar energy users. Their efficiency, adaptability, and focus on safety make them an excellent choice for those looking to invest in renewable energy solutions. As the demand for sustainable energy continues to rise, Xantrex is poised to play a significant role in the market with these innovative inverter solutions.
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