Xantrex Technology SW 3000 user service Inverter Applications, Resistive Loads, Motor Loads

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Troubleshooting

Inverter Applications

The Freedom SW 3000 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, which means they are in step with one another. Resistive loads usually generate heat in order to accomplish their tasks. Toasters, coffee pots, and incandescent lights are typical resistive loads. It is usually impractical to run larger resistive loads—such as electric stove and water heaters—from an inverter due to their high current requirements. Even though the inverter may be able to accommodate the load, the size of battery bank required would be impractical if the load is to be run for long periods.

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 (for example, compressors and pumps). Of the capacitor start motors (typical in drill presses, band saws for example), the largest you can expect to run is 1 hp. Universal motors are generally easier to start. Since motor characteristics vary, only testing will determine whether a specific load can be started and how long it can be run.

If a motor fails to start within a few seconds or loses power after running for a time, it should be turned off. When the inverter attempts to start a load that is greater than it can handle, the inverter will turn itself off after a few seconds.

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Contents Freedom SW Sine Wave Inverter/Charger Page About Xantrex Trademarks Exclusion for DocumentationDate and Revision Document Part NumberAbout This Guide Statement of HazardRelated Information Important Safety Instructions Electrical Shock HazardFire and Burn Hazard Explosion HazardPrecautions When Working With Batteries Precautions When Preparing to Charge Precautions When Placing the Inverter/ChargerExposure to Chemicals and Gases Hazard Risk of Damage to the INVERTER/CHARGERRegulatory Limitations on USEContents Page Page Page Introduction Materials ListPremium Power and Ease of Use About the Freedom SW Inverter/ChargerCharging How the Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger WorksInverting Typical Xanbus System Diagram Freedom SW 3000 Owner’s Guide Xanbus SystemProtection feature This feature… Comprehensive Electronic ProtectionFreedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger Features Front and Side PanelsFront Panel Controls Status LEDs Compartment SideThough the transformer and power compartments Two variable-speed cooling fans are used to coolAC wiring compartment access panel with Freedom SWBattery temperature sensor BTS jack provides AC and DC Side PanelsNegative DC terminal connects to the negative AC Input 1, AC Input 2, and Inverter AC OutputSupplied Accessories Supplied AccessoriesNetwork Component Optional System Accessories and Network ComponentsAccessory Operating The Freedom SW Using the SCP 10 9 8On Start Up Exit buttonDown arrow button Up arrow buttonSystem Start-up Check Viewing the Firmware Revision Number To view the firmware revision numberOperating Limits for Inverter Operation Operating in Invert ModeTo operate in invert mode from the front panel Operating in Charger Mode Charger Operation with Battery Temperature Sensor BTSOperating in Equalization Mode Risk of Damage to BatteriesEqualizing Batteries Terminating the Equalization ProcessRisk of Damage to DC Load Equipment To equalize your batteriesOperating Limits for Charger Operation Monitoring Status Messages on the SCP Monitoring the Freedom SW 3000 Indicator LightsFaults and Warnings System Modes OperatingTo return to Operating mode SafeSafe Mode To exit Safe mode and return to Operating modeConfiguration System Control PanelSystem Menu Map SCP System Menu Map Freedom SW 3000 Owner’s GuideTo view the Select Device menu Viewing the System ScreenViewing the Select Device Menu Selecting the Freedom SW 3000 from the Select Device Menu Selecting the Freedom SW 3000 Basic MenuSelecting the Freedom SW 3000 Advanced Menu To select the Freedom SW 3000 from the Select Device menuTo select the Freedom SW 3000 Advanced Menu Highlighting System on the Select Device MenuSelecting the Default Settings Returning to Freedom SW 3000 Basic MenuMode Description Menu StructureDevice Menu ModesAC Out BatteryAC Input1 Power Share Menu BasicInverter ChargerEqualize Range of valuesYes n/a Screen content Explanation of items displayed Want Equalization?Clear Faults Range of values Increment DefaultBatt Type Batt SizeConfigure Inv/Chg Configure Inverter/Charger Menu AdvancedView Device Info Basic MenuConfigure Inv/Chg Menu Sub-MenusCfg AC Limits Configure AC Limits Force Charge# Chg Stages Eqz VoltsAC Limits Configure AC Limits Risk of Damage to EquipmentHi AC Freq View Warning Log View Fault LogView Device Info View Device Information Restore Defaults Restore DefaultsTroubleshooting Fault TypesFault type Behavior IntroductionTroubleshooting Section Number Troubleshooting ReferenceGeneral Troubleshooting Guidelines Troubleshooting To view a message from a warning list Number Message Type Cause SolutionTo view a fault list Fault Messages To view a message from a fault listFault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution AC Output Fault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution Motor Loads Inverter ApplicationsResistive Loads Risk of Battery Damage Battery Charging ReferenceBattery Types Charge Algorithm Stages Three-Stage chargingTwo-Stage Charging Charge Algorithm Graph FloodedGel Or wetFlooded Time Or wet Gel Or wet GelAGM Battery Charger Interruption Specifications Physical SpecificationsInverter Specifications Charger SpecificationsSpecifications Transfer and General Specifications Environmental SpecificationsFan Operation Regulatory ApprovalsInvert Power Derating vs. Ambient Temperature Charger ModeWarranty and Return Information WarrantyWarranty and Return Information Disclaimer ProductOut of Warranty Service Return Material Authorization PolicyReturn Procedure Information About Your System Page Page Xantrex Technology Inc