OutBack Power FXR2012A User manual

FXR Series Inverter/Charger
FXR2012A FXR2524A FXR3048A
VFXR2812A VFXR3524A VFXR3648A
Installation Manual

About OutBack Power Technologies
OutBack Power Technologies is a leader in advanced energy conversion technology. OutBack products
include true sine wave inverter/chargers, maximum power point tracking charge controllers, and system
communication components, as well as circuit breakers, batteries, accessories, and assembled systems.
Applicability
These instructions apply to OutBack inverter/charger models FXR2012A, FXR2524A, FXR3048A,
VFXR2812A, VFXR3524A, and VFXR3648A only.
Contact Information
Address: Corporate Headquarters
17825 – 59th Avenue N.E.
Suite B
Arlington, WA 98223 USA
European Office
Hansastrasse 8
D-91126
Schwabach, Germany
Website: http://www.outbackpower.com
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(a) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY
TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION.
(b) ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER DIRECT,
INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL, WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH
INFORMATION. THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK.
OutBack Power Technologies cannot be responsible for system failure, damages, or injury resulting from
improper installation of their products.
Information included in this manual is subject to change without notice.
Notice of Copyright
FXR Series Inverter/Charger Installation Manual © 2017 by OutBack Power Technologies.
All Rights Reserved.
Trademarks
OutBack Power, the OutBack Power logo, and Grid/Hybrid are trademarks owned and used by OutBack
Power Technologies, Inc. The ALPHA logo and the phrase “member of the Alpha Group” are trademarks
owned and used by Alpha Technologies Inc. These trademarks may be registered in the United States and
other countries.
Date and Revision
September 2017, Revision A
Part Number
900-0166-01-01 Rev A

900-0166-01-01 Rev A 3
Table of Contents
Introduction ...................................................................................................... 5
Audience .........................................................................................................................................5
Symbols Used.................................................................................................................................5
General Safety ................................................................................................................................5
Welcome to OutBack Power Technologies.....................................................................................6
Models ............................................................................................................................................7
Inverter Model Names ................................................................................................................................ 7
Components and Accessories.................................................................................................................... 7
Planning ........................................................................................................... 9
Applications.....................................................................................................................................9
Input Modes.............................................................................................................................................. 10
Renewable Energy........................................................................................................................11
Battery Bank .................................................................................................................................11
Generator......................................................................................................................................14
Generator Sizing....................................................................................................................................... 14
Three-Phase Source.....................................................................................................................14
Installation...................................................................................................... 15
Location and Environmental Requirements ..................................................................................15
Tools Required..............................................................................................................................15
Mounting .......................................................................................................................................15
Dimensions ...................................................................................................................................16
Terminals and Ports......................................................................................................................17
Wiring............................................................................................................................................18
Grounding................................................................................................................................................. 18
DC Wiring......................................................................................................................................20
AC Wiring......................................................................................................................................23
AC Sources .............................................................................................................................................. 24
ON and OFF Wiring ......................................................................................................................25
Accessory Wiring...................................................................................................................................... 26
AUX Wiring ...................................................................................................................................26
Generator Control..................................................................................................................................... 28
AC Configurations.........................................................................................................................30
Single-Inverter .......................................................................................................................................... 30
Multiple-Inverter AC Installations (Stacking) ............................................................................................ 31
Stacking Configurations ........................................................................................................................... 33
Commissioning............................................................................................... 45
Functional Test .............................................................................................................................45
Pre-startup Procedures ............................................................................................................................ 45
Startup ...................................................................................................................................................... 45
Powering Down ........................................................................................................................................ 47
Adding New Devices ................................................................................................................................ 47
Operation ......................................................................................................................................47
Firmware Updates .................................................................................................................................... 48
.GIP File Installation for Grid Support....................................................................................................... 48
Preventative Maintenance ............................................................................................................50
Definitions .....................................................................................................................................50
Index .............................................................................................................. 53

Table of Contents
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List of Tables
Table 1 Models............................................................................................................................. 7
Table 2 Components and Accessories ........................................................................................ 7
Table 3 Battery Bank Elements.................................................................................................. 12
Table 4 Ground Conductor Size and Torque Requirements...................................................... 18
Table 5 DC Conductor Size and Torque Requirements.............................................................20
Table 6 Terms and Definitions ................................................................................................... 50
List of Figures
Figure 1 FXR Series Inverter/Charger...........................................................................................6
Figure 2 Components....................................................................................................................8
Figure 3 Applications (Example) ................................................................................................... 9
Figure 4 Dimensions ...................................................................................................................16
Figure 5 Terminals, Ports, and Features..................................................................................... 17
Figure 6 DC Ground Lug ............................................................................................................. 19
Figure 7 Chassis Ground/PE....................................................................................................... 19
Figure 8 Required Order of Battery Cable Hardware .................................................................. 21
Figure 9 Battery Terminal Covers ............................................................................................... 21
Figure 10 DC Cover Attachment ................................................................................................... 22
Figure 11 Turbo Fan Wiring .......................................................................................................... 22
Figure 12 AC Terminals ................................................................................................................ 23
Figure 13 AC Sources ...................................................................................................................24
Figure 14 AC Sources and Transfer Relay.................................................................................... 24
Figure 15 ON/OFF Jumper and Connections................................................................................ 25
Figure 16 Accessory Connections................................................................................................. 26
Figure 17 AUX Connections for Vent Fan (Example).................................................................... 27
Figure 18 AUX Connections for Diversion (Example) ................................................................... 27
Figure 19 Two-Wire Generator Start (Example)............................................................................ 28
Figure 20 Three-Wire Generator Start (Example) ......................................................................... 29
Figure 21 Single-Inverter Wiring.................................................................................................... 30
Figure 22 OutBack Communications Manager and System Display............................................. 31
Figure 23 Example of Series Stacking Arrangement..................................................................... 33
Figure 24 Series Wiring (Two Inverters)........................................................................................ 34
Figure 25 Example of Parallel Stacking Arrangement (Three Inverters) ....................................... 35
Figure 26 Parallel Wiring (Four Inverters)..................................................................................... 36
Figure 27 Example of Series/Parallel Stacking Arrangement (Four Inverters).............................. 37
Figure 28 Series/Parallel Wiring.................................................................................................... 38
Figure 29 Example of Three-Phase Stacking Arrangement (Three Inverters) .............................. 39
Figure 30 Example of Three-Phase Stacking Arrangement (Nine Inverters) ................................ 39
Figure 31 Three-Phase Wiring (Three Inverters)........................................................................... 41
Figure 32 Power Save Levels and Loads...................................................................................... 42
Figure 33 Power Save Priority (Parallel) ....................................................................................... 44
Figure 34 Power Save Priority (Split-Phase) ................................................................................. 44
Figure 35 AC Terminals ................................................................................................................ 46
Figure 36 Grid Support Screens.................................................................................................... 49

900-0166-01-01 Rev A 5
Introduction
Audience
This book provides instructions for the physical installation and wiring of this product.
These instructions are for use by qualified personnel who meet all local and governmental code
requirements for licensing and training for the installation of electrical power systems with AC and
DC voltage up to 600 volts. This product is only serviceable by qualified personnel.
Symbols Used
WARNING: Hazard to Human Life
This type of notation indicates that the hazard could be harmful to human life.
CAUTION: Hazard to Equipment
This type of notation indicates that the hazard may cause damage to the equipment.
IMPORTANT:
This type of notation indicates that the information provided is important to the installation,
operation and/or maintenance of the equipment. Failure to follow the recommendations in
such a notation could result in voiding the equipment warranty.
NOTE:
This type of notation indicates useful information. This symbol is not always used.
MORE INFORMATION
When this symbol appears next to text, it means that more information is available in other manuals relating to the
subject. The most common reference is to the FXR Series Inverter/Charger Operator’s Manual. Another common
reference is the system display manual.
General Safety
WARNING: Limitations on Use
This equipment is NOT intended for use with life support equipment or other medical
equipment or devices.
WARNING: Reduced Protection
If this product is used in a manner not specified by FXR product literature, the product’s
internal safety protection may be impaired.
CAUTION: Equipment Damage
Only use components or accessories recommended or sold by OutBack Power Technologies
or its authorized agents.