Xantrex Fleet Power FP 3000-12 User manual

Owner's Manual
Xantrex
Fleet PowerTM 3000-12
Inverter/Charger
FP 3000-12

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SAFETY SUMMARY
Safety information for installation and
operation is contained throughout this
manual where it applies and is not included
in this summary.
Definitions:
Warning statements identify conditions or
practices which could result in personal injury,
loss of life, damage to equipment or other
property.
Fuse Replacement For continued protection
against the possibility of fire, replace the fuse
only with a fuse of the specified voltage,
current and type ratings.
Power Source To avoid damage, operate the
equipment only within the specified AC (line)
and DC (battery) voltages.
Servicing To reduce the risk of electric shock
do not open this unit. There are no user
serviceable parts inside. Refer all service to
qualified personnel.
Thank you for purchasing a Xantrex Fleet PowerTM 3000-12Inverter/Charger. Xantrex
Technology Inc. takes pride in manufacturing quality products specifically designed to meet
your power requirements.
The FP3000-12 provides silent, efficient and reliable AC power for a variety of appli-
cations. It features “hands-free” operation, automatic three-stage battery charging and au-
tomatic AC transfer switching. For your convenience, service is available world-wide from
qualified service centers.
If you have any questions about your Fleet Power 3000-12, please contact Xantrex
toll free at 1-800-670-0707.
For technical support and additional information about Xantrex products, visit our Web
site at www.xantrex.com or email us at [email protected]
Notice of Copyright
Xantrex Fleet Power 3000-12 Inverter/Charger © January 2003 Xantrex International. All rights reserved.
Fleet Power is a registered trademark of Xantrex International. Xantrex is a registered trademark of Xantrex International.
Disclaimer
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(a) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR
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USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK.
Date and Revision January 2003, Revision 2 Part Number 445-0206-01-01
Contact Information Web: www.xantrex.com Email: [email protected]
Phone: [phone] (toll free in North America) 1-604-422-2777 (direct) Fax: [phone]

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Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Things You Should Know . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Circuit Breaker Protection
Thermostat Controlled Cooling
Inverter Idle Circuit
Low and High Battery Shutdown
Power Sharing
Temperature Sensitive Charging
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Optional Remote Control Panel . . . . . . . . .10
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Battery Types
Battery Interconnection
Battery Bank Ratings and Sizing
Battery Charging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Fleet Power Battery Chargers
Battery Charger Voltage Table . . . . . . . . . 20
Installation Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Key Installation Points
Grounding
Neutral Bonding
AC Wiring
AC Input
AC Output
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters
Remote Control Wiring
TSC Temperature Sensitive Charging
DC Wiring
Battery Cable Fusing
Power ON Checks
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
LED Fault Status
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Installation Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Not recommended for use in marine environment
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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This owner’s manual describes the
Fleet PowerTM 3000-12 Inverter/Charger from
Xantrex Technology Inc. This unit performs
three distinct functions:
1. DC to AC power inverting.
2. Automatic transfer switching between
inverter power and incoming AC power.
3. Automatic three-stage battery charging
plus manual battery equalizing.
• The inverter provides regulated 120 volt AC
power at a crystal controlled frequency from a
deep-cycle battery bank and is rated at 3000
watts.
The output is a modified sine wave and is
compatible with most appliances, tools and
other 120 VAC equipment. (Note: certain laser
printers, breadmakers, digital clocks and small
battery chargers may not operate on modfied
sine wave.) An idle mode reduces battery
power consumption when loads are removed
from the inverter. There is a low battery cutout
protection circuit and momentary surge power
of more than twice the inverter rating for start-
ing electric motors. High efficiency ensures the
longest possible battery life between charges.
• The internal transfer switch allows the
FP3000-12 to be connected to an external AC
source and transfer the source power through
directly to the loads. When the external AC
power source is disconnected, the transfer
switch allows automatic switching back to the
inverter.
The FP3000-12 operates as a self-contained
backup power system—just add batteries.
INTRODUCTION
• The FP3000-12 battery charger is
electronically controlled and rated at a
maximum output current of 140 amps DC.
It is designed to rapidly and optimally charge
wet, gel, or Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM)** cell
deep-cycle batteries. Battery charging is
automatically accomplished in three stages:
Bulk Charge, Acceptance Charge and Float
Charge.
Using a Remote Control Panel, a manually
engaged Equalizing Charge cycle is possible.
Simple, automatic operation is made possible
by the microprocessor in the FP3000-12. In
most cases, no attention or maintenance is
required.
Electronic Protection
Fast-acting electronic circuits protect the
inverter from overloads and short circuits.
Other protection includes a low and high
battery voltage cutoff and automatic shutdown
if an over-temperature condition occurs. When
the fault condition is corrected, the unit will
automatically reset. Example: remove over-
load, charge batteries or allow to cool.
**Battery type selection is set on the front of the unit
or with the Remote Control Panel.

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Circuit Breaker Protection
The FP3000-12 is supplemental breaker
protected.
The INVERT/CHARGE breaker on the front of
the unit protects against sustained inverter/
charger over-current conditions. These breakers
are reset by pushing the button back in. The
output circuit breakers protect the output AC
circuits. The FP3000-12 is available with one
or two outputs.
Thermostat Controlled Cooling
The FP3000-12 is equipped with a thermostati-
cally controlled fan that cools the unit so it can
operate continually at its rated Units with only
supplemental circuit breakers between the unit
and the load. Appropriate wire gauges must be
used throughtout the installation. Refer to NEC
specifications.
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW
Inverter Idle Circuit
This automatic energy-saving feature
reduces battery power consumption when no
AC load is present. Response from idle is
instantaneous. In most cases, the operation of
the idle circuit is not noticeable. Use of the
Remote Control Panel allows the idle threshold
to be adjusted. The unit does not put out 120
volts when in idle. To bring the unit out of the
idle condition, apply a load.
Low and High Battery Shutdown
When in inverter mode, if the battery
voltage drops to 10.0 volts, the inverter will
automatically shut off. Charge the batteries to
13.5 volts to automatically resume operation.
Voltage shutdown also occurs for a high battery
condition at 15.5 volts. Operation will resume
automatically when the battery voltage drops
below 15.5 volts. Check all DC sources on
the system for the reason for the excessive
voltage.
Power Sharing
When connected to an external AC source
the battery charger and transfer functions are
engaged. A unique Power Sharing feature
automatically reduces the AC power consump-
tion of the battery charger allowing necessary
AC power to go to the load. This prevents the
source AC INPUT circuit breaker from tripping
within the specified rating of the AC circuit
breaker.
The Power Sharing set point of each unit has a
factory default setting of 30 amps. This can be
changed using the Remote Control Panel.
Note: Supplemental circuit breakers are reset by pushing the
button back in. The fault must be removed before resetting the
circuit breaker. Integral branch circuit rated breakers are reset
by setting the appropriate breaker switch to the “on” position.
The fault must be removed before resetting the circuit breaker.
If a 30-ampere service supplies the input to the unit, a model
with integral branch circuit rated breakers allows direct wiring
from the unit to the load.
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Temperature Sensitive Charging (TSC)
When the supplied battery temperature sensor is
connected to the unit and the batteries, the
charge voltage is controlled based on battery
temperature. The charger adjusts the charge
voltage to the best level, minimizing water loss in
wet cell batteries. Charge voltage regulation opti-
mizes the battery life cycle.
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW
TSC Sensor
Battery

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OPERATION
The FP3000-12 provides 120 volt AC power
from auxiliary DC batteries, automatic battery
charging and automatic AC transfer switching
between an external AC source and inverter
mode.
External AC Power
When external AC power is available, the
three-stage battery charger, transfer switching,
and Power Sharing automatically function.
When external AC power is not available and
the INVERT switch is ON (either through the
auxiliary switch or the INVERT button on the
remote), the inverter will automatically turn ON.
If the INVERT switch is OFF (the INVERT LED
will not be illuminated), the inverter will be OFF.
If installed with the Remote Control Panel, the
unit will be set up and controlled from the
remote. Refer to the remote manual for more
information.
Front Panel Controls and Indicators
INVERT MODE
The INVERT push-button switch is located on
the front of the unit and has two functions:
• Turn the inverter ON/OFF and reset after a
fault condition. Pressing the INVERT switch
turns the inverter ON. The green INVERT LED
will be ON when the inverter is inverting.
When the inverter is ON, pressing the INVERT
switch turns the inverter OFF.
INVERT
CHARGE
• Battery type setup. To enter the battery type
select mode, press and hold the INVERT
switch for five seconds. The status LEDs will
change from indicating status information to
indicating battery type. The selection of the
battery type is made with the Charge switch.
Turning the INVERT OFF will reduce battery
power consumption to a very low level. This is
recommended if the unit will not be used for an
extended period of time.
CHARGE MODE
The CHARGE push-button switch has two
functions:
•Turn the charger ON and OFF
If external AC is present, pressing the CHARGE
switch will turn the charger ON. The green
CHARGE LED will be ON when the charger is
charging. When the charger is ON, pressing
this switch will turn the charger OFF.
•Select the battery type After holding the
INVERT switch for five seconds, press the
CHARGE switch to select the battery type.
One of the four LEDs will rapidly blink,
indicating the present battery type setting.
Press the CHARGE switch again to change
the battery type. Continue to press until the
desired battery type is selected. If the CHARGE
switch is not pressed for five seconds, the unit
will return to normal operation and the battery
type selection will have been made.
When the 12 volt input to the unit is
disconnected, the battery type setting is stored
in non-volatile memory. When the unit is
reconnected, the battery type selection
conveniently returns to the setting.

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STATUS LEDs
Each Status LED performs two functions,
providing battery type selection and operation
status.
OPERATION
Operation Status
INVERT - Green LED
The INVERT push-button switch is located on
the front of the unit.
• When the LED is solid green, the unit is
in invert mode. This occurs by pressing the
INVERT switch (for three to five seconds).
• When the LED is blinking slowly (once
per second), the inverter is in standby with AC
power applied and the transfer switch engaged
• Press the INVERT switch again to turn
the inverter OFF.
CHARGE - Green LED
• The CHARGE push-button switch is
located on the front of the unit.
When external AC is applied to the AC input of
the unit, the charger automatically turns ON.
The CHARGE LED will be solid green.
• When the LED is blinking slowly, (once
per second) the charger is ready, but external
AC power is not available.
• Press the CHARGE switch again to turn
the charger OFF. The charger defaults to ON
when operating without a remote or with the
Remote Control Panel.
• When the LED is OFF, the charger has
been manually turned OFF. This can only be
accomplished while AC power is being supplied.
NOTE: When AC power is available, the default
setting for the charger is ON. If the unit was
manually turned OFF and AC power is inter-
rupted and becomes available again, the
charger will return to ON.
LOW BATTERY - Red LED
•When the LED is OFF the battery voltage
is normal, between 10.5 and 15.0 volts DC.
• When the LED is solid red, it indicates a
battery warning condition, the battery voltage is
below 10.5 volts DC or above 15.0 volts DC.
• When the LED is blinking slowly (once
per second), a battery shutdown has occurred.
The voltage is either below 10.0 volts DC or
above 15.5 volts DC.
• When the LED is blinking rapidly (five
times per second), a potential problem in the
DC system has been detected. Check your
batteries, battery cables and DC loads.
OVERTEMP/OVERLOAD - Red LED
•When the LED is OFF, operation is
normal.
• When the LED is red, there is an over
temp or overload condition. Check for
excessive loads or short circuit on the output
of the inverter. Correct the condition and restart
by pushing the INVERT switch.
INVERT CHARGE REMOTE TSC
INVERT / WET
Battery Type Selection
After holding the INVERT button down for five
seconds, use the CHARGE button to select
battery type :
WET GEL 1 GEL 2 AGM
CHARGE / GEL1
LOW BATTERY / GEL 2
OVERTEMP
OVERLOAD / AGM
Status LEDs

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OPERATION
• When the LED is blinking slowly (once
per second), an over-current condition or a
short circuit has occured. The system has
shut OFF and will not automatically restart.
Correct the fault condition and manually restart
the system.
LOW BATTERY & OVERTEMP/OVERLOAD
- Red LEDs
• When both LEDs are blinking, an AC
backfeed has been detected. A backfeed occurs
when AC power from an external source is
connected to the output of the inverter. Inspect
wiring for a possible input/output wiring error.
This condition will damage the unit and must
be corrected before further operation.
TSC (Temperature Sensitive Charging)
This provides for the connection of a sensor to
measure battery temperature for compensated
charging. If no sensor is connected the charge
voltage levels are set to defaults based on
battery type.
OPTIONAL REMOTES
If using a remote, refer to the installation
instructions included with the remote.
Note: When a Remote Control Panel is installed,
the jumper included in the parts plastic bag is
not used in the Auxiliary Switch Port (AUX
SWITCH) on the front panel of the inverter/
charger. See page 23 for more details.
Remote TSC
Overtemp
Low
Battery Auxiliary Port

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OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL PANEL
Remote Control Panel
An optional remote control panel is available.
The LED bar graphs on the remote control
panel show battery voltage and DC current in
both inverter and charger modes.
Easy-to-see red, yellow and green LEDs show
the battery state-of-charge. Power
Sharing, charger ON/OFF, inverter ON/OFF
controls are provided. Set-up features include
selection of Idle Threshold, Battery Type and
Battery Capacity.
Remote Control Panel