Xantrex FREEDOM HF 1000 User manual

TM
TM
Freedom HF
Inverter/Charger
Owner’s Guide
Freedom HF 1000
Freedom HF 1800

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Date and Revision
August 2010 Rev B
Document Part Number
975-0390-01-01
Product Number
806-1020, 806-1840

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About This Guide
Purpose
The purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations and
procedures for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting a Freedom HF
Installation*.
For complete information to help in setting up a Freedom HF Installation
see the Freedom HF Inverter/Charger Installation Guide (Doc. Part
Number: 975-0395-01-01).
*Recreational, Fleet Vehicle, or Marine installation.
Scope
The Guide provides safety guidelines, as well as information about
operating and troubleshooting the installation. 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 anyone who needs to operate a Freedom HF
Inverter/Charger unit.
Organization
This Guide is organized into five chapters and one appendix.
Chapter 1 introduces you to the Freedom HF, explains the inverting,
charging, and power system management functions.
Chapter 2 contains information and labeled illustrations to help identify
the various features of the Freedom HF.
Chapter 3 explains how to configure the Freedom HF to best meet your
electrical system requirements.
Chapter 4 explains how to operate the Freedom HF efficiently and
effectively.

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Chapter 5 describes how to troubleshoot the Freedom HF Inverter/
Charger during operation.
Appendix A contains electrical performance information and product
specifications.
Conventions Used
The following conventions are used in this guide.
STATEMENT OF HAZARD
Contains statements of avoidance or strict compliance.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious
injury.
STATEMENT OF HAZARD
Contains statements of avoidance or strict compliance.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious
injury.
STATEMENT OF HAZARD
Contains statements of avoidance or strict compliance.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in minor or moderate
injury.
STATEMENT OF HAZARD
Contains statements of avoidance or strict compliance.
Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or
damage other equipment.
IMPORTANT: These notes describe things which are important for you to
know, however, they are not as serious as a caution or warning.

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Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT: Read and save this Owner’s Guide for
future reference.
This chapter contains important safety and operating instructions for the
Freedom HF Inverter/Charger units–Freedom HF 1000 and Freedom HF
1800.
1. BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THE FREEDOM HF, READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONARY MARKINGS ON THE FREEDOM HF,
THE BATTERIES, AND ALL APPROPRIATE SECTIONS OF THIS GUIDE.
2. Do not expose the Freedom HF to rain, snow, spray, or bilge water. To
reduce risk of fire hazard, do not cover or obstruct the ventilation
openings. Do not install the Freedom HF in a zero-clearance
compartment. Overheating may result.
3. 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 Freedom HF with damaged or substandard wiring.
4. The use of any attachments not recommended or sold by Xantrex,
may result in risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
LIMITATIONS ON USE
The Freedom HF is not intended for use in connection with life
support systems or other medical equipment or devices.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious
injury.
RISK OF INJURY
To reduce the risk of injury, charge only 12 Vdc lead-acid (GEL,
AGM, or Flooded) rechargeable batteries. Other battery types
may burst, causing personal injury and damage.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in minor or moderate
injury.

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5. Do not operate the Freedom HF if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way.
6. Do not disassemble the Freedom HF. It contains no user-serviceable
parts. Attempting to service the Freedom HF yourself may result in a
risk of electrical shock or fire and will void your warranty. 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 Freedom HF before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning or working on any circuits connected to the Freedom HF.
Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.
8. The Freedom HF must be provided with an equipment-grounding
conductor connected to the AC input ground.
NOTES:
1. This equipment contains components which tend to produce arcs or
sparks. To prevent fire or explosion, do not install the Freedom HF in
compartments containing batteries or flammable materials, or in
locations that require ignition-protected equipment. This includes any
space containing gasoline-powered machinery, fuel tanks, as well as
joints, fittings, or other connections between components of the fuel
system.
2. To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and
those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of
any unit you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery.
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Working in the vicinity of batteries is dangerous. Batteries
generate explosive gases during normal operation. Before
servicing the unit in the vicinity of the battery, read this
manual and follow the notes belowexactly.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious
injury.

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Personal Precautions When Working With Batteries
NOTES:
1. Remove (or do not remove) cell caps while charging and follow
recommended rates of charge.
2. Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches the level
specified by the battery manufacturer. This helps to purge excessive
gas from cells. Do not overfill. For a battery without cell caps,
carefully follow manufacturer's recharging instructions.
3. Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.
4. Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or batteries.
5. Use extra caution to reduce the risk or dropping a metal tool on the
battery. It could spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical
parts and could cause an explosion.
6. Remove all metal items, like rings, bracelets, and watches when
working with batteries. Batteries can produce a short circuit current
high enough to weld metal to skin, causing a severe burn.
WARNING: B ATTERIES PRESENT R ISK OF E LECTRICAL S HOCK ,
B
URN FROM H IGH S HORT -C IRCUIT C URRENT , F IRE OR
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XPLOSION FROM V ENTED G ASES . O BSERVE P ROPER
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RECAUTIONS .
ELECTRICAL SHOCK, BURN, FIRE, AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Study and follow all of the battery manufacturer's specific
precautions. See notes below.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious
injury.

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7. Have someone within range of your voice or close enough to come to
your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
8. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid
contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
9. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid
touching your eyes while working near batteries.
10. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap
and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood it with running
cold water for at least twenty minutes and get medical attention
immediately.
11. If you need to remove a battery, always remove the ground terminal
from the battery first. Make sure all accessories are off so you don’t
cause an arc.
12. Never charge a frozen battery.
13. Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming
into contact with your eyes.
MARINE UNIT LOCATION
14. Locate the Freedom HF unit away from batteries in a separate, well
ventilated compartment.
15. Never place the Freedom HF unit directly above batteries; gases from
a battery will corrode and damage the unit
16. Never allow battery acid to drip on the unit when reading gravity, or
filling battery.
17. Do not operate the unit in a closed in area, or restrict the ventilation in
any way.
DC CONNECTION PRECAUTION
18. Connect and disconnect DC output connections only after setting any
marine unit switches to off position and opening AC disconnect
19. FOR MARINE INSTALLATIONS, EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS
TO THE UNIT SHALL COMPLY WITH THE UNITED STATES
COAST GUARD ELECTRICAL REGULATIONS(33CFR183, SUB
PART I)
20. PROPER DISPOSAL OF BATTERIES IS REQUIRED. REFER TO
YOUR LOCAL CODES FOR DISPOSAL REQUIREMENTS.

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Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances
Some chargers for small rechargeable batteries can be damaged if
connected to the Freedom HF. Do not use the following with the Freedom
HF:
• Small battery-operated appliances like flashlights, razors, and night
lights that can be plugged directly into an AC receptacle to recharge.
• Some chargers for battery packs used in power hand tools. These
affected chargers display a warning label stating that dangerous
voltages are present at the battery terminals.
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Most rechargeable battery-operated equipment uses a separate
charger or transformer that is plugged into an AC receptacle and
produces a low voltage charging output.
Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or
damage other equipment.
Important: if you are unsure about using your rechargeable appliance with the
Freedom HF, contact the equipment manufacturer to find out if the appliance is
acceptable for use with modified sine wave input voltage. See the detailed
description of the Freedom HF waveform in Appendix A, “Specifications” under
“Electrical Specifications: Inverter Mode” on page A–2.

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Important Safety Instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -vii
1 Introduction
Freedom HF Inverter/Charger- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2
Independent Power System - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–3
2 Features
Materials List- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–2
Default Settings for the Freedom HF System- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–3
Front Panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–3
Side Panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–4
Rear Panel- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–4
Display Panel- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–5
3 Configuration
Setting Battery Types on the Main Unit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–2
Adjusting Feature Settings - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–3
4 Operation
Display Panel Operation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–2
Operating in Shore Power Mode - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–3
Operating in Inverter Mode - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–4
Turning the Inverter Function On and Off - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–4
Status LED During Inverter Mode - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–5
Checking Battery Status - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–5
Checking Output Power - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–6
Operating Several Loads at Once - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–6
Turning the Audible Alarm ON or OFF - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–6
Operating During Transition Between Shore Power and Inverter Mode- - - - - - - - - - 4–7
Transitioning from Shore Power to Inverter Mode - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–7
Transitioning from Inverter Mode to Shore Power - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–7
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