Mission Critical XANTREX Freedom XC PRO 2000 User manual

Freedom XC PRO Inverter/Charger
Owner’s Guide
Freedom XC PRO 2000818-2010
Freedom XC PRO 3000818-3010

Freedom XC PRO Owner's Guide
Purpose
The purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations and
procedures for installing, operating, configuring, maintaining, and
troubleshooting a Freedom XC PRO Inverter/Charger for
Recreational, Commercial and Fleet Vehicle, or Marine
installations.
Scope
The guide provides safety and operating guidelines as well as
information on installing and configuring the inverter/charger. It
also provides information about troubleshooting the unit. It does
not provide details about particular brands of batteries. You need
to consult individual battery manufacturers for this information.
Audience
The guide is intended for users and operators of the Freedom XC
PRO Inverter/Charger.The Installation section starting on page 17
is intended for qualified personnel.
Qualified personnel have training, knowledge, and experience in:
lInstalling electrical equipment.
lApplying all applicable installation codes.
lAnalyzing and reducing the hazards involved in performing
electrical work.
lSelecting and using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Abbreviations and Acronyms
A Amperes
AC Alternating Current[V]
ACC Accessory in vehicle ignition system
AGM Absorbed Glass Mat (a battery type)
BTS Battery Temperature Sensor
DC Direct Current[Z]
GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
in-lb inch-pound force (a unit of torque)
kW Kilowatts (1000 watts)
LBCO Low Battery Cutout (or Cutoff)
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
LED Light Emitting Diode
LFP LiFePO4(lithium iron phosphate – a battery type)
N-m Newton-meters (a unit of torque)
PN Product Number
PPE Personal Protective Equipment
PV Photovoltaic (Solar)
V, VAC, VDC Voltage, Volts AC, Volts DC
W Wattage

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND SAVE THIS OWNER’SGUIDE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
This guide contains important safety instructions for the Freedom
XC PRO that must be followed during installation, operation,
maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Read these instructions carefully and look at the equipment to
become familiar with the device before installing, operating,
configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting it. The following
special messages may appear throughout this documentation or
on the equipment to warn of potential hazards or to call attention
to information that clarifies or simplifies a procedure.
The addition of either symbol to a “Danger” or
“Warning” safety label indicates that an electrical
hazard exists which will result in personal injury if the
instructions are not followed.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury.

Product Safety Information
Product Safety Information
1. Before using the inverter/charger, read all instructions and
cautionary markings on the unit, the batteries, and all
appropriate sections of this guide.
2. Use of accessories not recommended or sold by the
manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons.
3. The inverter/charger is designed to be connected to both DC
and AC electrical systems. The manufacturer recommends
that all wiring be done by a certified technician or electrician
to ensure adherence to the local and national electrical
codes applicable in your jurisdiction.
4. To avoid a risk of fire and electric shock, make sure that
existing wiring is in good condition and that wire is not
undersized. Do not operate the inverter/charger with
damaged or substandard wiring.
5. Do not operate the inverter/charger if it has been damaged in
any way.
6. This unit does not have any user-serviceable parts. Do not
disassemble the inverter/charger except where noted for
connecting wiring and cabling. See your warranty for
instructions on obtaining service. Attempting to service the
unit yourself may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire.
Internal capacitors remain charged after all power is
disconnected.
7. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect both AC
and DC power from the inverter/charger before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning or working on any components
connected to the inverter/charger. Do not disconnect under
load. Turning the inverter/charger to Standby mode using the
Power button on the front panel will not reduce an electrical
shock hazard.
8. The inverter/charger must be provided with an equipment-
grounding conductor connected to the AC input ground.
9. Do not expose this unit to rain, snow, or liquids of any type.
This product is designed for dry-locations-use only. Damp
environments will significantly shorten the life of this product
and corrosion caused by dampness will not be covered by
the product warranty.
10. To reduce the chance of short-circuits, always use insulated
tools when installing or working with this equipment.
11. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets,
necklaces, and watches when working with electrical
equipment.
12. For marine applications, this unit must be installed with a
drip shield. Refer to Marine Installation on page 49 for
details.
DANGER
ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARD
Installation must be done by qualified personnel to ensure
compliance with all applicable installation and electrical codes and
regulations. Instructions for installing the Freedom XC PRO
Inverter/Charger are provided here for use by qualified personnel
only.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious
injury.

Product Safety Information
DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, BURN, OR
ARC FLASH
nApply appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
and follow safe electrical work practices. See NFPA 70E
or CSA Z462.
nThis equipment must only be installed and serviced by
qualified electrical personnel.
nNever operate energized with the wiring compartment
cover removed.
nEnergized from multiple sources. Before removing the
wiring compartment cover - identify all sources, de-
energize, and wait 2 min for circuits to discharge.
nAlways use a properly rated voltage sensing device to
confirm all circuits are de-energized.
nReplace all devices, doors, and covers before turning on
power to this equipment.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
nUnit’s components may produce arcs or sparks.
nDo not install near batteries, in machinery space, or in an
area in which ignition-protected equipment is required.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious
injury, or equipment damage.
Areas include any space containing gasoline-powered machinery,
fuel tanks, as well as joints, fittings, or other connections between
components of the fuel system.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
nReplace the wiring compartment cover before turning on
power to this equipment.
nUse a torque screwdriver to tighten the captive nut panel
screw to 5 in-lb torque to ensure a proper ground
connection and a required tool access to the wiring
compartment.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious
injury, or equipment damage.

Product Safety Information
CAUTION
ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARD
nDo not open. No serviceable parts inside. Provided with
integral protection against overloads. Bonding between
conduit connections is not automatic and must be
provided as part of the installation.
nRead guide before installing or using.
nDo not cover or obstruct ventilation openings.
nDo not mount in zero-clearance compartment –
overheating may result.
nDo not expose to rain or spray. This inverter/charger is
designed for marine applications only when additional drip
protection is installed in certain orientations. See
"Approved Mounting Orientations" on page26 for more
information.
nInstall GFCIs only as specified in this guide. Other types
may fail to operate.
nDo not connect AC OUT to any other source of power.
Damage to unit may occur.
nFor AC IN and AC OUT, use wires suitable for at least
75°C.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or
equipment damage.
NOTES:
nFollow these instructions and those published by the
battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any
equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery.
Review cautionary markings on these products and on the
engine.
nFreedom XC PRO Inverter/Charger products are designed
for deep cycle lead-acid batteries. See warning below when
connecting to lithium ion batteries.
nDo not use transformerless battery chargers in conjunction
with the inverter/charger due to overheating.
CAUTION
LITHIUM ION BATTERY TYPE HAZARD
Make sure to use a lithium ion battery pack that includes a certified
Battery Management System (BMS) with built-in safety protocols.
Follow the instructions published by the battery manufacturer.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injury or
equipment damage.

Precautions When Working With Batteries
CAUTION
PHYSICAL INJURY HAZARD
This Freedom XC PRO Inverter/Charger is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or
equipment damage.
Precautions When Working With
Batteries
IMPORTANT: Battery work and maintenance must be done by
qualified personnel knowledgeable about batteries to ensure
compliance with battery handling and maintenance safety
precautions.
WARNING
BURN FROM HIGH SHORT-CIRCUIT CURRENT, FIRE
AND EXPLOSION FROM VENTED GASES HAZARDS
lAlways wear proper, non-absorbent gloves, complete eye
protection, and clothing protection. Avoid touching your
eyes and wiping your forehead while working near
batteries. See note #4.
lRemove all personal metal items, like rings, bracelets, and
watches when working with batteries. See notes #5 and #6
below.
lNever smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or
batteries.
lNever charge a frozen battery.
lNever charge a Lithium Ion type battery with an ambient of
0°C (-32°F) or colder.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious
injury, or equipment damage.

Precautions When Placing the Unit
NOTES:
1. Mount and place the Freedom XC PRO Inverter/Charger unit
away from batteries in a well ventilated compartment.
2. Always have someone within range of your voice or close
enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid
battery.
3. Always have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case
battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
4. Keep battery terminals clean from corrosion. If battery acid
or corrosion deposit contacts skin or clothing, wash
immediately with soap and water. If battery acid or corrosion
deposit enters your eye, immediately flood it with running
cold water for at least twenty minutes and have someone
within range of your voice or close enough to get medical
attention immediately.
5. Use extra caution to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool
on the battery. It could spark or short circuit the battery or
other electrical parts and could cause an explosion. Use
tools with insulated handles only.
6. Batteries can produce a short circuit current high enough to
weld a ring or metal bracelet or the like to the battery
terminal, causing a severe burn.
7. When removing a battery, always remove the negative
terminal from the battery first for systems with grounded
negative. If it is grounded positive, remove the positive
terminal first. Make sure all loads connected to the battery
and all accessories are off so you don’t cause an arc.
Precautions When Placing the
Unit
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
nDo not install the inverter/charger or any part of its supplied
wiring in engine compartments.
nFor marine installation, always locate the inverter/charger
away from the battery and mounted separately in a well-
ventilated compartment with adequate space.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious
injury, or equipment damage.
CAUTION
BURN HAZARD
Avoid touching the external surfaces - heatsink may be hot.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or
equipment damage.

Regulatory
NOTICE
RISK OF INVERTER/CHARGER DAMAGE
nNever allow battery acid to drip on the inverter/charger
when reading gravity, or filling battery.
nNever place the Freedom XC PRO unit directly above
batteries; gases from a battery will corrode and damage
the inverter/charger.
nDo not place a battery on top of the inverter/charger.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment
damage.
Regulatory
The Freedom XC PRO inverter/charger is certified to appropriate
US and Canadian standards. For more information see
Regulatory approvals on page 98.
The Freedom XC PRO inverter/charger is intended to be used for
mobile or commercial applications. This inverter/charger is
designed for marine applications only when additional drip
protection is installed in certain orientations. See the section on
Specifications for information.
FCC Information to the User
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC/CAN ICES-003 Class B Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
nReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
nIncrease the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
nConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
nConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
CAUTION
Unauthorized changes or modifications to the equipment could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

End of Life Disposal
End of Life Disposal
The Freedom XC PRO Inverter/Charger is designed with
environmental awareness and sustainability in mind. At the end of
its useful life, the Freedom XC PRO can be decommissioned and
disassembled. Components which can be recycled must be
recycled and those that cannot be recycled must be disposed of
according to local, regional, or national environmental regulations.
Many of the electrical components used in the Freedom XC PRO
Inverter/Charger are made of recyclable material like steel,
copper, aluminum, and other alloys. These materials can be
auctioned off to traditional scrap metal recycling companies who
resell reusable scraps.
Electronic equipment such as the circuit boards, connectors, and
fuses can be broken down and recycled by specialized recycling
companies whose goal is to avoid having these components end
up in the landfill.
For more information on disposal, contact Xantrex.

1 INTRODUCTION
The Freedom XC PRO Inverter/Charger is designed with
integrated inverting functions and power management features
suitable for marine, recreational, and commercial/fleet vehicle
installations.
Please read this section to familiarize yourself with the main
performance and protection features of the Freedom XC PRO.
This section includes:
Materials List 2
Key Features 2

Materials List
Materials List
The Freedom XC PRO base package includes the following
items:
none Freedom XC PRO unit
none Owner’s Guide and extra safety labels
none pre-installed DC ground enclosure lug (not shown)
none set of plastic bushings for large DC cables (not shown)
ntwo AC knockout hole plugs (not shown)
Figure 1 What’s In The Box
NOTE: If any of the items are missing, contact Xantrex or any
authorized Xantrex dealer for replacement. See Contact
Information on page ii.
Key Features
Power for Most
Appliances
The Freedom XC PROinverter/charger
provides up to 2000watts (Freedom XC PRO
2000) or 3000watts (Freedom XC PRO 3000)
of continuous utility grade, sine wave power
derived from a battery bank. It is designed to
handle loads such as microwave ovens, TVs,
DVD/Blu-ray players, and power tools. In
addition, the Freedom XC PRO’s high-surge
capability lets you handle many hard-to-start
loads, including full size residential
refrigerators.
The built-in transfer switch automatically
transfers between inverter power and shore
power from recreational facilities such as boat
docks or campsites to ensure power is
always available.
Back-up
Capability
If incoming shore power is interrupted by
external events like brownouts, the Freedom
XC PRO automatically becomes an
independent power source1that supplies
utility grade AC power to your loads.
1Assuming the inverter/charger is connected to a battery source with an adequate charge at the time of the
power interruption.

Materials List
Comprehensive
Protection
The Freedom XC PRO’s built-in protection
features safeguard your batteries (from
unnecessary drain) such as the low battery
voltage alarm and shutdown and protect
equipment such as a configurable AC transfer
speed.
nSelectable Low Battery Shutdown:
The low battery shutdown for the
inverter/charger can be manually
selected by the user from 10.1 to
12.8VDC.
nLow Voltage Shutdown Delay Timer:
Configurable from 1 to 300s to reduce
an unnecessary shutdown of inverter
operation such as during cranking or
other brief but heavy discharge of
battery.
nInverter Power Save: The Freedom XC
PRO can be programmed to
automatically turn off after 1 to 25 h of
continued operation of loads that are
under 50W. It is designed, with LBCO
(low battery cut off), to prevent the
battery from deep discharge.
Configurable AC
Transfer Speed
The Freedom XC PRO allows two speed
settings for the AC transfer from Grid Mode to
Battery Mode and vice versa which avoids
nuisance resetting of appliances. The normal
transfer rate is for common appliances and
the faster transfer rate is designed for more
sensitive digital equipment like a desktop
computer.
Overload Alarm
and Shutdown
During Battery Mode (also called Inverter
Mode), the Freedom XC PRO automatically
alerts you if the loads that are connected and
drawing power from the unit are close to
approaching the maximum operating limit. If
so, the Freedom XC PRO automatically
shuts down when the maximum operating
limit is exceeded. See Troubleshooting
Reference on page 86 for precautions.
Over temperature
Alarm and
Shutdown
During Battery Mode, the Freedom XC PRO
automatically alerts you if it is overheating
and approaching the over-temperature
shutdown limit. The Freedom XC PRO
automatically shuts down when the limit is
exceeded. See Troubleshooting Reference on
page 86 for precautions.

Materials List
Built-in Charge
Formulas
For the inverter/charger to perform at the
highest level, the batteries must be charged
correctly. The Freedom XC PRO has
optimized algorithms for flooded, gel, AGM,
custom, and lithium iron phosphate [LFP (or
LiFePO4)] batteries.
Manual
Equalization
Over a period of time, the cells in a flooded
battery can develop uneven chemical states.
This can result in a weak (undercharged) cell
which, in turn, can reduce the overall capacity
of the battery. To improve the life and
performance of a non-sealed, flooded battery,
the Freedom XC PRO multi-stage charging
cycle includes a manual equalize mode that
can be used, if recommended by the battery
manufacturer.
Dead Battery
Charging
Another feature of the Freedom XC PRO is
dead battery charging. This is the ability to
recharge batteries, even if the battery voltage
has reached 0VDC.
Ignition Control The Freedom XC PRO provides two user-
selectable options for ignition control:
nIgnition Auto-on: The Freedom XC
PRO can automatically turn the
inverter/charger on and off in tandem
with the vehicle's ignition circuit or a
manually operated remote switch.
nIgnition Lockout: The Freedom XC
PRO features the ability to inhibit the
inverter/charger from operating in the
absence of a voltage signal from a
vehicle's ignition circuit. This is
particularly useful if the inverter/charger
is required to operate only when a
vehicle's engine is running.
Configurable AC
Output Frequency
and Voltage
The Freedom XC PRO is factory set to 60Hz
AC output frequency and 120V AC output
voltage. It can be configured to 50Hz for use
in regions outside the USA and Canada. The
AC voltage setting can also be configured to
either of three settings: 108, 110, or 120volts.

Materials List
Load
Management
The Freedom XC PRO has a built-in 30A
transfer relay (Freedom XC PRO 2000) and
50A transfer relay (Freedom XC PRO 3000)
that connects the inverter/charger output or
AC input from the AC generator to the loads.
Because the usual AC power sources such
as small generators often have limited current
availability, having the capability to manage
your AC loads is extremely valuable. The
Freedom XC PRO provides a number of
features to facilitate this.
nThe charger is power factor corrected to
use AC current as efficiently as
possible. Minimizing the AC current
used by the charger means more current
is available for your AC loads.
nThe Freedom XC PRO has a power
share feature which prioritizes your AC
loads by reducing the charge current
and maintaining the total input current to
less than the breaker setting.

2 FEATURES
This section identifies the default settings and the hardware
features of the Freedom XC PRO Inverter/Charger.
This section includes:
Default Settings 8
AC/DC and GFCI Panel 10
Display Panel 12
Side Panel 13

Default Settings
Default Settings
Table 1 lists the default settings for the Freedom XC PRO system.
You may record your settings in the right-hand column after you have configured the Freedom XC PRO.
Program Item Default Setting Setting
01 Inverter ignition control Off Off
02 Low battery cutoff (LBCO) voltage 10.5voltsDC 10.5
03 LBCO shutdown delay timer 300seconds 300
04 LBCO recovery voltage 13.1 volts DC 13.1
05 Power save time 25 hours 25
06 Load sensing Disabled dis
07 Inverter output frequency 60Hz 60
08 Inverter output voltage 120 volts AC 120
09 Inverter power limit Freedom XC PRO
2000 2 kW 2
Freedom XC PRO 3000 3 kW 3
10 Inverter power limit timer 300seconds 300
11 Transfer mode Appliance APL
Table 1Freedom XC PRO Default Values

Default Settings
Program Item Default Setting Setting
12 Utility AC under-voltage level 90 volts AC 90
13 Inverter fault recovery Manual man
14 Audible alarm On On
20 Battery type Flooded Fld
21 Battery temperature Hot Hot
22 Custom absorption voltage 14.4voltsDC 14.4
23 Custom float voltage 13.5 volts DC 13.5
24 Charger current 80 amps DC 80
25 Charger algorithm 2-stage
3-stage
2-stg
3-stg
26 Charger ignition control Off Off
27 Equalize charge for flooded battery type Disabled dis
28 AC input breaker 30 amps 30

AC/DC and GFCI Panel
AC/DC and GFCI Panel
4
1
5
15 16
17
16
6
14
789
2
10
9
11
12
13
3
3
17
Figure 2 AC/DC and GFCI Panel
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Use a torque screwdriver to tighten the captive nut panel screw to
5in-lb (0.56N-m) torque of force to ensure a proper ground
connection and a required tool access to the wiring compartment.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious
injury, or equipment damage.
Item Description
1Captive nut panel screw holds the AC compartment
cover in place. See WARNING above.
2Ventilation grille (openings) must not be obstructed.
3
Grounding lug provides a ground path for the Freedom
XC PRO chassis to the DC system ground. See
WARNING.
4DC terminal opening for routing (–) negative DC cable.
5DC terminal opening for routing (+) positive DC cable.
6LED indicator for reverse DC polarity.
7AC output terminal opening for routing AC output wiring.
8AC input terminal opening for routing AC input wiring.
Table 2AC/DC and GFCI Panel Features

AC/DC and GFCI Panel
Item Description
9USB port can only be used for updating the unit’s
firmware. It is not used for powering USB devices.
10 LED indicator for communication and control activation.
11
BTS port can be used for plugging in a battery
temperature sensor [BTS (PN: 808-0232-01), sold
separately].
12
Remote port allows you to connect the Freedom X
Remote Panel with cable (PN: 808-0817-01) (sold
separately) which is a remote control device accessory.
13
20-pin CC (communications and control) port connects
with the optional 20-pin Communications Harness (PN:
808-0820) (sold separately).
14 GFCI cover is removed when installing a qualified GFCI
device.
15
20 A supplementary protector with reset button
provides overload protection for the Freedom XC
PROGFCI Kit (PN: 808-9817) (sold separately) option.
Press to recover from an overload condition. In a hard
wired installation, the supplementary protector does not
protect output wiring.
Item Description
16
Ventilation grille (openings) must not be obstructed for
the proper operation of the cooling fan and
inverter/charger. When the inverter/charger is mounted,
the ventilation grille must not point up or down.
Cooling fans turn on when the internal temperature
reaches a set point temperature.
17 Mounting flanges on both sides allow you to mount the
inverter/charger permanently on deck or on a wall.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
nUse a torque screwdriver to tighten the bolt on the DC
ground lug to a torque of 23 in-lb (2.6 N-m) of force.
nApply an anti-corrosion compound to the copper wire prior
to connecting to the DC ground lug.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious
injury, or equipment damage.