Xantrex Technology 815-2524-02, 815-3524 manual Installing the Inverter/Charger, Overview

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Installing the Inverter/Charger

Overview

This section provides detailed information on installing the Freedom SW 230V. The overall procedure is divided into eight steps:

Step 1: Choosing a Location for the Inverter/Charger on page 18

Step 2: Mounting the Inverter/Charger on page 20

Step 3: Connecting the AC Input and AC Output Wires on page 24

Step 4: Connecting the DC Cables on page 28

Step 5: Connecting the Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS) on page 33

Step 6: Connecting to the Network on page 37

Step 7: Performing Checks Prior to Initial Start-Up on page 38

Step 8: Testing Your Installation on page 39

This guide for use by qualified personnel only.

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Contents Freedom SW Sine Wave Inverter/Chargers Page This guide for use by qualified Purpose About This GuideElectrical Shock and Fire Hazard Important Safety InstructionsElectrical 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 Grounding DC Disconnects and Over-Current DevicesMarine Applications1 To unpack and inspect Heavy ItemTools Installation Tools and MaterialsMaterials Overview Installing the Inverter/ChargerFire and Explosion Hazard Choosing a Location for the Inverter/ChargerHeat Hazard Safe Considerations Mounting the Inverter/ChargerTo mount the inverter/charger Approved Mounting Orientation Orientation? Comment Orientation Approved Mounting Orientation? Comment This guide for use by qualified General AC Wiring Considerations Connecting the AC Input and AC Output WiresFIRE, Electrical SHOCK, and Energy Hazards Correct Batter Polarity will Cause Damage to Connecting AC Input WiresInstalling the Inverter/Charger To make the AC output wiring connections Connecting the AC Output WiresEquipment Damage Preparing the Cables Connecting the DC CablesDC Connection Precautions Recommended Cable Sizes and Lengths and Fuse SizeGuidelines for Routing the DC Cables Equipment Damage DUE to Reverse Polarity Connecting the DC Cables to the Inverter/ChargerTo 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 InstallationInstallation Complete Testing in Charge Mode and AC Bypass ModeTo 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 Bank Sizing Worksheet Battery BanksRestrictions 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 To install the drip shield Inverter Drip Shield InstallationShock Hazard Drip Shield Placement Desktop Mount 20 mm No clearance required here Page Page Schneider Electric Solar Inverters USA Inc