Xantrex Technology 815-2524-02, 815-3524 manual This guide for use by qualified

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June 2014 Rev B

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815-3524-02 (Freedom SW 3524-230)

815-2524-02 (Freedom SW 2524-230)

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Contents Freedom SW Sine Wave Inverter/Chargers Page This guide for use by qualified Purpose About This GuideImportant Safety Instructions Electrical Shock and Fire HazardElectrical Shock 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 GuideElectrical Shock and Fire Hazards Installation InformationBefore You Begin the Installation Installation CodesXanbus System About the Xanbus SystemAbout the Xanbus System Xanbus-enabled Products and AccessoriesMounting Location of the Freedom SW Planning the InstallationTwo Key Performance Factors Size and Length of DC CablesAC, DC, and Network Components Planning PreparationsPlanning Preparations Planning Preparations AC Output AC ComponentsAC Input AC Disconnect and Over-Current Protection DeviceDistribution Panels AC WiringFreedom SW ModelsFire Hazard DC ComponentsBatteries DC CablingDC Disconnects and Over-Current Devices DC GroundingMarine Applications1 To unpack and inspect Heavy ItemInstallation Tools and Materials ToolsMaterials Overview Installing the Inverter/ChargerChoosing a Location for the Inverter/Charger Fire and Explosion HazardHeat Hazard Safe Mounting the Inverter/Charger ConsiderationsTo mount the inverter/charger Approved Mounting Orientation Orientation? Comment Orientation Approved Mounting Orientation? Comment This guide for use by qualified Connecting the AC Input and AC Output Wires General AC Wiring ConsiderationsFIRE, Electrical SHOCK, and Energy Hazards Correct Batter Polarity will Cause Damage to Connecting AC Input WiresInstalling the Inverter/Charger Connecting the AC Output Wires To make the AC output wiring connectionsEquipment Damage Preparing the Cables Connecting the DC CablesDC Connection Precautions Recommended Cable Sizes and Lengths and Fuse SizeGuidelines for Routing the DC Cables Connecting the DC Cables to the Inverter/Charger Equipment Damage DUE to Reverse PolarityTo connect the DC cables 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 InstallationTesting in Charge Mode and AC Bypass Mode Installation CompleteTo verify that the Freedom SW 230V starts charging 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 OperationSetting Search Mode on the Slave Unit Search Mode Operation in Parallel StackingWiring Schematic Disabling Search Mode on the Master 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 InformationWatts = Volts × Amps Estimating Battery RequirementsCalculating Battery Size Battery AMP-HOURS Used = AC WATT-HOURS÷10Daily watt-hours needed Battery Banks Battery Bank Sizing WorksheetRestrictions on Motor Size 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 Inverter Drip Shield Installation To install the drip shieldShock Hazard Drip Shield Placement Desktop Mount 20 mm No clearance required here Page Page Schneider Electric Solar Inverters USA Inc