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Fr eedom HW 1000 Inverter/Char ger Owner’ s Guide.
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Freedom HW 1000 Inverter/Charger Owner’s Guide.
About Xantrex Xantrex T echnology Inc. (www .xantr ex.com), a subsidiary of Schneider Electric, is a world leade r in the development, manufacturing and marketing of ad vanced power electronic products and systems for the renewable and mobile power markets.
iii About This Guide Purpose The purpose of this Owner’ s Guide is to provide explanati ons and procedures for operating, main taining, and troubleshooting a Freedom HW Installation*. For complete information to help in setting up a Freedom HW Installation see the Freedom HF Inverter/Charger Installation Guide (Doc.
About T his Guide iv 975-0467-01-01 Chapter 4 explains how to operat e the Freedom HW efficiently and effectively . Chapter 5 describes how to troubleshoot the Freedom HW Inverter/ Charge r during operation. Appendix A contains electrical p erformance information and product specifications.
v Important Safety Instructions R EAD AND SAVE THIS O WNER ’ S G UIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE . This chapter contains im portant safety and operating instructions for the Freedom HW Inverter/Charg er unit.
Safety vi 975-0467-01-01 6. Do not disassemble the Freed om HW . It contains no user-serviceable parts. See W arranty for instructions on obtaining service. Attempting to service the Freedom HW yourself may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire and will void your wa rranty .
Safety 975-0467-01-01 vii P ersonal Pr ecautions W hen W orking W ith Batteries 1. Study and follow all of the battery manufacturer's specific precautions, such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging, and recommended rates of char ge.
Safety viii 975-0467-01-01 10. If battery acid contacts skin or cl othing, wash immediately with soa p and water . If acid enters your eye, immediately flood it with running cold water for at least twenty minutes and get medical attention immediately .
Safety 975-0467-01-01 ix Precautions for Using Rechar geable Appliances Most rechargeable battery-operated equipment uses a separate char ger or transformer that is plugged into an AC receptacle and produces a low voltage charging output. Some chargers for small rechargeab le batteries can be damaged if connected to the Freedom HW .
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975-0467-01-01 xi Important Safety Instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - v 1 Introduction Freedom HW Inverter/Charger - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -.
Contents xii 975-0467-01-01 Operating Limits - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–9 Power Output - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - .
Contents 975-0467-01-01 xiii A Specifications Electrical Specifications: Inverter Mode - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A–2 Electrical Specifications: Charge Mode - - - - .
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975-0467-01-01 xv Figure 2-1 What’s In The Box - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–2 Figure 3-1 Dip Switches (Factory Setting Shown) - - - - - - - - - - - -.
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975-0467-01-01 xvii Table 2-1 Freedom HW Default Values - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–3 Table 3-1 Charging Current Guidelines - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - .
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1–1 1 Introduction Chapter 1 introduces you to the Freedom HW , explains the inverting, charging, and power system management functions. It covers the following: • Freedom HW ’ s major features, and • Freedom HW ’ s function as an independent power system.
1–2 975-0467-01-01 Freedom HW Inverter/Char ger Congratulations on your p urchase of the Freedom HW Inverter/Charger ( Freedom HW ). As part of the Xantrex Inverter/Char ger family , the Freedom HW gives you quali ty power , worry-free op eration, and outstanding reliability .
Independent P ower System 975-0467-01-01 1–3 Overload Alarm and Shutdown During Inverter mode, the Freedom HW automatically alerts you if the loads that are connected and drawing power from the unit are close to the maximum operating limit. The Freedom HW automatically shuts do wn when the maximum operating limit is exceede d.
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2–1 2 F eatur es Chapter 2 contains information a nd labeled illustrations to help identify the various features of the Freedom HW . It covers the following: • Materials list, • Default settings.
2–2 975-0467-01-01 Materials List Yo u r Freedom HW Inverter/Charger package includes the items listed below . • Freedom HW Inverter/Charg er unit • display panel (p/n: 808-9 557) with 7-inch (0.
Default Settings for the F reedom HW System 975-0467-01-01 2–3 Default Settings for the Freedom HW System Ta b l e 2 - 1 lists the default settings for the Freedom H W system. Y ou may record your settings in the right-hand column after you have configured the Freedom HW .
2–4 975-0467-01-01 Side P anel Rear P anel Feature Description 1 30 A supplementary protector provides overload protection for the AC output. 2 Gr ou nding stud provides a ground path for the Freedom HW chassis to the DC system ground.
Display P anel 975-0467-01-01 2–5 Display P anel Feature Description 1 Power button is the main unit switch that turns the Freedom HW ’ s inverter function ON or OFF and is also used to se lect unit feature settings. See page 4–2 for additional information.
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3–1 3 Configur ation Chapter 3 explains how to configure the Freedom HW to best meet your electric al system requirements. It covers the following: • Setting battery types on the main unit and • Adjusting unit settings.
3–2 975-0467-01-01 Setting Battery T ypes on the Main Unit Y ou can attach different types of lead-acid batteries to the Freedom HW . Before installing batteries make su re that you configure the unit to optimize the charging process. The settings can be changed by adju sting the dip switches found on the main unit behind the display panel.
Viewing Inverter/Charger Information 975-0467-01-01 3–3 V iewing Inverter/Charger Information The LED screen displays inverter/cha rger information as well as feature settings in coordination with the LED lights underneath the screen.
3–4 975-0467-01-01 T o cycle through the various feature settings: 1. Press and hold the Power button for five seconds to enter the feature settings mode. 2. Press the Power button to toggle between the following information: T o change the charger ’s charging curr ent setting: By default the charging current is set to 55 A.
Adjusting F eature Settings 975-0467-01-01 3–5 T o change the inver ter mode setting: By default the inverter mode is set to ON. ON (“ In1 ”) will put the inverter on standby . This means when shorepower is present, AC shorep ower will pass through as AC output.
3–6 975-0467-01-01 4. Continue pressing the Select butto n to cycle through the two settings – “ In1 ” and “ In0 ” until you reach the desir ed setting. 5. Press and hold the Select button fo r five seconds to make the setting permanent. T o adjust the alarm setting: By default the alarm is set to ON.
Adjusting F eature Settings 975-0467-01-01 3–7 T o return all feature settings to factory default settings: 1. Press and hold the Power button for five seconds. 2. Press the Power button four times. The LED screen will flash “ def ” intermittently .
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4–1 4 Oper ation Chapter 4 explains how to operate the Freedom HW efficiently and effectively . It covers the following: • Procedures for operating the inverter from the display panel, • Operating limits and inverter loads, • Battery charging, and • Information about routine maintenance.
4–2 975-0467-01-01 Display P anel Operation The Freedom HW features a display panel with three-digit LED displ ay screen to show inverter , AC source , and battery status information. Feature Description 1 Power button • Press and hold for one second to turn the Freedom HW ’ s Inverter function O N or OFF (when AC Shore Power is NOT present.
Operating in Shore P ower Mode 975-0467-01-01 4–3 Operating in Shor e P ower Mode The Freedom HW operates in shore power mode when an AC source (a generator or utility power) is present at the AC in put terminals.
4–4 975-0467-01-01 Operating in Inverter Mode The Freedom HW is in inverter mode when shore power is not presently available and the unit is using the battery (inverting DC to AC) to power the appliances connected to the Freedom HW . The Y ellow status LED lights up to indicate the Freedom HW is using the battery to power the appliances.
Operating in Inverter Mode 975-0467-01-01 4–5 Operating Several Loads at Once If you are going to operate several loads from the Freedom HW , turn them on one at a time after you have turned the inverter on.
4–6 975-0467-01-01 Status LED During Inverter Mode The following summarizes the behavior of the S tatus LED during Inverter mode. T able 4-1 Status LED during Inverter Mode Status LED Display Sc reen Conditi on Solid YELLOW 12 . 8 (where 12.8 is an example of battery voltage) Select button is pressed to display In put Battery V oltage.
Operating in Inverter Mode 975-0467-01-01 4–7 Solid RED E01 through e04 Fault condition detected and AC out put po wer is not available. The unit will sound an alarm and will shutdow n completely within 30 seconds. See T able 5-1, “Error Codes Displayed on the Display Panel Screen” on page 5–5 .
4–8 975-0467-01-01 Operating During T r ansition Between Shor e P ower and Inverter Mode The Freedom HW ’ s advanced power management is capable o f transitioning power from an AC source to DC source within a fraction of a second and vice-versa.
Operating Limits 975-0467-01-01 4–9 Operating Limits P ower Output The Freedom HW can deliver up to 1000 watts continuous power . The wattage rating applies to resistiv e loads such as incandescent lights.
4–10 975-0467-01-01 Inverter Loads The Freedom HW will operate most AC loads within its power rating of 1000 watts. However , some appliances and equipment may be dif ficult to operate, and other appliances may ac tually be damaged if you try to operate them with the Freedom HW .
Inverter Loads 975-0467-01-01 4–11 T rouble Loads Some appliances, including the types listed below , may be damaged if they are connec te d to the Freedom HW : • Speed controllers found in so me fans, power tools, kitchen appliances, and other loads may be damaged.
4–12 975-0467-01-01 Battery Charging Battery charging is possible only wh en shore power is present and the Freedom HW unit is connected to a battery (or battery bank). The frequency of battery charging is determined by how much ener gy in the battery is used up duri ng inverting.
Battery Charging 975-0467-01-01 4–13 T able 4-2 Battery Charging Status LED Status LED Display Screen Condition Solid GREEN FUL Battery is FULL. Flashing GREEN BUL — CHg — 12 . 8 (where 12.8 is an example of battery voltage) Battery is in BULK CHARGE.
4–14 975-0467-01-01 Ta b l e 4 - 3 below illustrates the battery charging voltage and current settings. Routine Maintenance Freedom HW Unit Minimal maintenance is re quired to keep your Freedom HW operating properly . Periodically you should: • Clean the exterior of the unit w ith a damp cloth to prevent the accumulation of du st and dirt.
5–1 5 T roubleshooting Chapter 5 describes how to troubleshoot the Freedom HW Inverter/Charger during operation. It covers the following: • General troubleshooting guidelines, • Common problems, • W arning messages, • T roubleshooting references, and • Inverter applications (loads).
5–2 975-0467-01-01 General T roubleshooting Guidelines This section will help you narrow do wn the source of any problem you encounter . Before c ontacting Xantre x, please work through the steps listed below: 1. Check for any error codes displayed on th e displa y screen.
General T roubleshooting Guidelines 975-0467-01-01 5–3 3. If your Freedom HW is not displaying an error code, check the following to make sure the present state of the installation allows proper ope.
5–4 975-0467-01-01 Common Problems Buzz in Audio Equipment Some inexpensive stereo systems may emit a buzzing noise from their loudspeakers when operated from the Freedom HW . This occurs because the power supply in the audio syst em does not adequately filter the modified sine wave produced by the inverter .
Wa r n i n g M e s s a g e s 975-0467-01-01 5–5 W arning Messages W arning mes sages in the form of audible alarms and error codes that appear on the display panel sc reen to alert you to an impending system change. W arnings do not affect operation.
5–6 975-0467-01-01 E07 Over-temperature warning Inverting • Reduce the loads connected to the AC outlet of the un it. • Check that the ventilation grille is not blocked. • Check for ambient temperature and move the unit to a cooler location whenever possible.
Wa r n i n g M e s s a g e s 975-0467-01-01 5–7 For error codes E01 to E04 : • the unit will stop inverting, and • the display screen and the alar m will turn off after 30 seconds.
5–8 975-0467-01-01 T roubleshooting Reference W ARNING: Electrical shock and burn hazard Do not disassemble the Freedom HW . It does not contain any user -serviceable parts.
T roubleshooting Reference 975-0467-01-01 5–9 No output vo ltage. The S tatus LED is green or yellow . 30 A supplementary breaker has tripped. Circuit breaker on the AC load panel or A C output disconnect has tripped. Battery voltage is too low to start inverting.
5–10 975-0467-01-01 Inverter Applications The Freedom HW performs differently depending on the AC loads connected to it. If you are havi ng problems with any of you r loads, read this section. Resistive Loads These are the loads that the inverter finds the simplest and mos t efficient to drive.
Inverter Applications 975-0467-01-01 5–11 Motor Loads Induction mot ors (motors without brushes) requ ire two to six times their running current on start up. The most demanding are those that start under load (e.g. compressors and pumps). Of the capacitor start motors (typical in drill presses, band saws, etc.
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A–1 A Specifications Appendix A contains electrical performance information and product specifications. Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
A–2 975-0467-01-01 Electrical Specifications: Inverter Mode DC Input Low operating vo l tage range “ SdL ” setting 10.5–15.5 V High operating voltage range “ SdH ” setting 1 1.8–15.5 V Under voltage alarm/shut down Under voltage recovery “ SdL ” setting 10.
Electrical Specifications: Charge Mode 975-0467-01-01 A–3 Electrical Specifications: Charge Mode A C Input Operating voltag e range 95–135 V ac Nominal current 12Aac at 55A char ge, 120 V ac in Nominal frequency 60 Hz DC Outp ut Nominal voltage 12.
A–4 975-0467-01-01 Environmental Specifications System Specifications Physical Specifications Operating T emperature Ran ge 32–104 ºF (0–40 ºC), with output derated above 77 ºF (25 °C) Stora.
Regulatory Approvals 975-0467-01-01 A–5 Regulatory Approvals Inverter Overload Operation This graph shows how long (mea sure d in seconds) the Freedom HW will operate for a given ou tput current (measured in Amps). The graph illustrates invert er operation at 25 °C.
A–6 975-0467-01-01 Invert P ower Derating vs . Ambient T emperature If the unit is in inverter mode and in elevated am bient temper ature above 25 °C, you will have to reduce power draw acco rding to the following chart to avoid over-t emperature shutdown.
Charger Output Current vs . AC Input V oltage 975-0467-01-01 A–7 Charger Output Curr ent vs . A C Input V oltage When the Freedom HW is char ging batteries from a weak shore power source the AC voltage may fall as the Freedom HW draws current.
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975-0467-01-01 WA–1 W arranty and Return Information Wa r r a n t y What does this warranty cov er and how long does it last? This Limited W arranty is provided by Xantrex T echnology Inc. ("X antrex") and covers defects in workman sh ip and m ateri als in your Freedom HW Inverter/Charger .
W arranty and Return WA–2 975-0467-01-01 Proof of purchase may be in any one of the following form s: • The dated purchase receipt from th e original purchase of the product at point of sale to th.
W arranty and Return 975-0467-01-01 WA–3 IN TORT , WHETHER OR NOT ARISING OUT OF X ANTREX ' S NEG LIGENCE , AND ALL LOSSES OR DAMAGES TO ANY PROPERTY OR FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY OR ECONOMIC LOSS.
W arranty and Return WA–4 975-0467-01-01 If you ar e returning a pr oduct fr om outside of the USA or Canada In additio n to the above, you MUST include return freight fu nds and are fu lly responsible for all documents, duties, tariffs, and deposits.
W arranty and Return 975-0467-01-01 WA–5 Information About Y our System As soon as you open your Freedom HW Inverter/Charger package, record the following information and be sure to keep your proof of purchase. If you need to contact Customer Service, please record the fo llowing det ails befo re calling.
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Xantrex Technology Inc. 1 800 670 0707 Tel toll free NA 1 408 987 6030 Tel direct 1 800 994 7828 Fax toll free NA customerservice@xantrex.c om www.xantrex.
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Si vous n'avez pas encore acheté Xantrex Technology HW 1000 c'est un bon moment pour vous familiariser avec les données de base sur le produit. Consulter d'abord les pages initiales du manuel d'utilisation, que vous trouverez ci-dessus. Vous devriez y trouver les données techniques les plus importants du Xantrex Technology HW 1000 - de cette manière, vous pouvez vérifier si l'équipement répond à vos besoins. Explorant les pages suivantes du manuel d'utilisation Xantrex Technology HW 1000, vous apprendrez toutes les caractéristiques du produit et des informations sur son fonctionnement. Les informations sur le Xantrex Technology HW 1000 va certainement vous aider à prendre une décision concernant l'achat.
Dans une situation où vous avez déjà le Xantrex Technology HW 1000, mais vous avez pas encore lu le manuel d'utilisation, vous devez le faire pour les raisons décrites ci-dessus,. Vous saurez alors si vous avez correctement utilisé les fonctions disponibles, et si vous avez commis des erreurs qui peuvent réduire la durée de vie du Xantrex Technology HW 1000.
Cependant, l'un des rôles les plus importants pour l'utilisateur joués par les manuels d'utilisateur est d'aider à résoudre les problèmes concernant le Xantrex Technology HW 1000. Presque toujours, vous y trouverez Troubleshooting, soit les pannes et les défaillances les plus fréquentes de l'apparei Xantrex Technology HW 1000 ainsi que les instructions sur la façon de les résoudre. Même si vous ne parvenez pas à résoudre le problème, le manuel d‘utilisation va vous montrer le chemin d'une nouvelle procédure – le contact avec le centre de service à la clientèle ou le service le plus proche.
