Xantrex Technology 815-2524-02 manual Installation Information, Before You Begin the Installation

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Installation Information

Before You Begin the Installation

Before beginning your installation:

•Read the entire Installation Guide so you can plan the installation from beginning to end.

•Assemble all the tools and materials you require for the installation.

•Review the Important Safety Instructions on page iii.

•Be aware of all safety and electrical codes which must be met.

Installation Codes

Applicable installation codes vary depending on the specific location and application of the installation.

by qualified personnel only.

ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARDS

•All wiring should be done by qualified personnel to ensure compliance with all applicable installation codes and regulations.

•Disconnect all AC and DC power sources.

•Disable and secure all AC and DC disconnect devices and automatic generator starting devices.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

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Contents Freedom SW Sine Wave Inverter/Chargers Page This guide for use by qualified Purpose About This GuideElectrical Shock Hazard Important Safety InstructionsElectrical Shock and Fire Hazard Explosion Hazard Fire and Burn HazardPrecautions When Working With Batteries Risk of Damage to the INVERTER/CHARGER Exposure to Chemicals and Gases HazardLimitations on USE RegulatoryPage Contents Page This guide for use by qualified installers only Page Introduction Materials List Materials List Freedom SW 230V Installation GuideBefore You Begin the Installation Installation InformationInstallation Codes Electrical Shock and Fire HazardsXanbus System About the Xanbus SystemAbout the Xanbus System Xanbus-enabled Products and AccessoriesTwo Key Performance Factors Planning the InstallationSize and Length of DC Cables Mounting Location of the Freedom SWAC, DC, and Network Components Planning PreparationsPlanning Preparations Planning Preparations AC Input AC ComponentsAC Disconnect and Over-Current Protection Device AC OutputDistribution Panels AC WiringFreedom SW ModelsBatteries DC ComponentsDC Cabling Fire HazardMarine Applications1 DC Disconnects and Over-Current DevicesDC Grounding To unpack and inspect Heavy ItemMaterials Installation Tools and MaterialsTools Overview Installing the Inverter/ChargerHeat Hazard Choosing a Location for the Inverter/ChargerFire and Explosion Hazard Safe To mount the inverter/charger Mounting the Inverter/ChargerConsiderations Approved Mounting Orientation Orientation? Comment Orientation Approved Mounting Orientation? Comment This guide for use by qualified FIRE, Electrical SHOCK, and Energy Hazards Connecting the AC Input and AC Output WiresGeneral AC Wiring Considerations Correct Batter Polarity will Cause Damage to Connecting AC Input WiresInstalling the Inverter/Charger Equipment Damage Connecting the AC Output WiresTo make the AC output wiring connections DC Connection Precautions Connecting the DC CablesRecommended Cable Sizes and Lengths and Fuse Size Preparing the CablesGuidelines for Routing the DC Cables To connect the DC cables Connecting the DC Cables to the Inverter/ChargerEquipment Damage DUE to Reverse Polarity DC Cable Connections To connect the chassis ground Mounting Options Connecting the Battery Temperature Sensor BTSTo mount the sensor on the negative battery terminal Mounting to the Negative Battery TerminalBTS port To mount the sensor on the battery case Mounting to the Side of the Battery CaseTo connect the Freedom SW 230V to the Xanbus network Connecting to the NetworkPerforming Checks Prior to Initial Start-Up Testing in Invert Mode Testing Your InstallationTo verify that the Freedom SW 230V starts charging Testing in Charge Mode and AC Bypass ModeInstallation Complete Stacking Features Parallel Stacking Connect the stacked system as follows DC Connections for Stacked InvertersNeutral Wiring for Stacked Inverters To configure the system for stacking Configuring System for Stacked OperationWiring Schematic Search Mode Operation in Parallel StackingDisabling Search Mode on the Master Unit Setting Search Mode on the Slave UnitCalculations Charger Settings in a Dual Freedom SW ConfigurationExamples To set the Max Chg Rate % setting in each Freedom SWTo set the Max Chg Rate % setting in each Freedom SW To set the Max Chg Rate % setting in each Freedom SW Freedom SW Physical Specifications Inverter/Charger Physical SpecificationsBattery Bank Sizing Battery InformationCalculating Battery Size Estimating Battery RequirementsBattery AMP-HOURS Used = AC WATT-HOURS÷10 Watts = Volts × AmpsDaily watt-hours needed Restrictions on Motor Size Battery BanksBattery Bank Sizing Worksheet Battery Information Battery Sizing Worksheet Battery Series Connection Battery Cabling and Hook-up ConfigurationsBattery Series-Parallel Connections Environmental Specifications SpecificationsInverter Specifications Charger Specifications Transfer and General Specifications Shock Hazard Inverter Drip Shield InstallationTo install the drip shield Drip Shield Placement Desktop Mount 20 mm No clearance required here Page Page Schneider Electric Solar Inverters USA Inc