Xantrex Technology 815-3524, 815-2524-02 manual Mounting the Inverter/Charger, Considerations

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Installing the Inverter/Charger

Step 2: Mounting the Inverter/Charger

Considerations

Before mounting the Freedom SW 230V, take the following two factors into account.

1.The weight of the inverter/charger requires two people to install it.

2.Mounting considerations are shown in Figure 5 on page 21.

HEAVY ITEM

The Freedom SW 230V Inverter/Charger is heavy (see “Inverter/Charger Physical Specifications” on page 51). The unit is too heavy for one person to install safely. It is recommended that two people lift and mount the unit. Always use proper lifting techniques during installation to prevent personal injury.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in minor or moderate injury.

The Freedom SW 230V dimensions and location of the mounting holes are provided in Figure 5 on page 21.

Mount your inverter/charger before you connect any wires or cables.

To mount the inverter/charger:

1.Remove the inverter/charger from its shipping container.

2.Verify that all components are present.

3.Select an appropriate mounting location and orientation. To meet regulatory requirements, the Freedom SW 230V must be mounted in one of the orientations shown in Figure 5 on page 21.

4.Mark the position of the mounting holes.

5.Pilot drill the six mounting holes.

6.Fasten the inverter/charger to the mounting surface with six M6 steel screws or bolts.

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Contents Freedom SW Sine Wave Inverter/Chargers Page This guide for use by qualified About This Guide PurposeElectrical Shock and Fire Hazard Important Safety InstructionsElectrical Shock Hazard Fire and Burn Hazard Explosion HazardPrecautions When Working With Batteries Exposure to Chemicals and Gases Hazard Risk of Damage to the INVERTER/CHARGERRegulatory Limitations on USEPage Contents Page This guide for use by qualified installers only Page Introduction Materials List Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide Materials ListInstallation Codes Installation InformationBefore You Begin the Installation Electrical Shock and Fire HazardsAbout the Xanbus System Xanbus SystemXanbus-enabled Products and Accessories About the Xanbus SystemSize and Length of DC Cables Planning the InstallationTwo Key Performance Factors Mounting Location of the Freedom SWPlanning Preparations AC, DC, and Network ComponentsPlanning Preparations Planning Preparations AC Disconnect and Over-Current Protection Device AC ComponentsAC Input AC OutputAC Wiring Distribution PanelsModels Freedom SWDC Cabling DC ComponentsBatteries Fire HazardDC Grounding DC Disconnects and Over-Current DevicesMarine Applications1 Heavy Item To unpack and inspectTools Installation Tools and MaterialsMaterials Installing the Inverter/Charger OverviewFire 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 Connecting AC Input Wires Correct Batter Polarity will Cause Damage toInstalling the Inverter/Charger To make the AC output wiring connections Connecting the AC Output WiresEquipment Damage Recommended Cable Sizes and Lengths and Fuse Size Connecting the DC CablesDC Connection Precautions Preparing the CablesGuidelines 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 Connecting the Battery Temperature Sensor BTS Mounting OptionsMounting to the Negative Battery Terminal To mount the sensor on the negative battery terminalBTS port Mounting to the Side of the Battery Case To mount the sensor on the battery caseConnecting to the Network To connect the Freedom SW 230V to the Xanbus networkPerforming Checks Prior to Initial Start-Up Testing Your Installation Testing in Invert ModeInstallation Complete Testing in Charge Mode and AC Bypass ModeTo verify that the Freedom SW 230V starts charging Stacking Features Parallel Stacking DC Connections for Stacked Inverters Connect the stacked system as followsNeutral Wiring for Stacked Inverters Configuring System for Stacked Operation To configure the system for stackingDisabling Search Mode on the Master Unit Search Mode Operation in Parallel StackingWiring Schematic Setting Search Mode on the Slave UnitCharger Settings in a Dual Freedom SW Configuration CalculationsTo set the Max Chg Rate % setting in each Freedom SW ExamplesTo set the Max Chg Rate % setting in each Freedom SW To set the Max Chg Rate % setting in each Freedom SW Inverter/Charger Physical Specifications Freedom SW Physical SpecificationsBattery Information Battery Bank SizingBattery AMP-HOURS Used = AC WATT-HOURS÷10 Estimating Battery RequirementsCalculating Battery Size Watts = Volts × AmpsDaily watt-hours needed Battery Bank Sizing Worksheet Battery BanksRestrictions on Motor Size Battery Information Battery Sizing Worksheet Battery Cabling and Hook-up Configurations Battery Series ConnectionBattery Series-Parallel Connections Specifications Environmental 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