Xantrex Freedom SW Series User manual

TM
TM
Freedom SW
Sine Wave Inverter/Chargers
Owner’s Guide
FREEDOM SW 3012
FREEDOM SW 3012
FREEDOM SW 3012
FREEDOM SW 3012
CLEARFAULT
RESET
INVERTER
ENABLE
INVERTER
ENABLED ACIN FAULT
GEN
SUPPORT
CHARGING WARNING
CLEARFAULT
RESET
INVERTER
ENABLE
INVERTER
ENABLED ACIN FAULT
GEN
SUPPORT
CHARGING WARNING
Freedom SW 3012 shown.
Model Numbers
815-3012, 815-3024
815-2012, 815-2024
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Document Part Number
97-0019-01-01
Date and Revision
Aug 2018 Rev G
Product Numbers
815-2012 (Freedom SW 2012), 815-2024 (Freedom SW 2024)
815-3012 (Freedom SW 3012), 815-3024 (Freedom SW 3024)
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As soon as you open your product, record the following information and be sure to
keep your proof of purchase.
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About This Guide
Purpose
The purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations and
procedures for operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining the Freedom
SW Inverter/Charger.
Scope
The Guide provides safety and operating guidelines as well as information
on 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 SW Inverter/
Charger.
Related Information
You can find more information about Xantrex-branded products and
services at www.xantrex.com.
For information on product installation, please refer to the Freedom SW
Installation Guide (Document Part Number: 97-0020-01-01).
NOTE: The Installation Guide is primarily intended for qualified personnel
who need to install and configure the Freedom SW Inverter/Charger.
Qualified personnel have training, knowledge, and experience in:
• Installing electrical equipment and PV power systems (up to 1000
volts).
• Applying all applicable installation codes.
• Analyzing and reducing the hazards involved in performing electrical
work.
• Selecting and using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
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Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS OWNER’SGUIDE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This chapter contains important safety and installation instructions for the
Freedom SW Inverter/Charger (Freedom SW). Each time, before using the
Freedom SW, READ ALL instructions and cautionary markings on or
provided with the inverter/charger, the batteries, and all appropriate sections
of this guide.
NOTE: The Freedom SW contains no user-serviceable parts.
The following special messages may appear throughout this bulletin 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 indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, can result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, can result in moderate or minor injury.
NOTICE indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
can result in equipment damage.
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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Safety Information
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
• Do not expose the Freedom SW to rain, snow, spray, or bilge water.
This inverter/charger is designed for marine applications only when
additional drip protection is installed in certain orientations. See the
installation guide for information.
• Do not operate the inverter/charger if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, has cracks or openings in the enclosure including if
the AC terminal cover has been lost, damaged, or will not close, or
otherwise damaged in any other way.
• Do not disassemble the inverter/charger. Internal capacitors remain
charged after all power is disconnected.
• Disconnect both AC and DC power from the inverter/charger before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning or working on any circuits
connected to the inverter/charger. The INVERTER ENABLE button
on the front panel does not function like a power switch that
energizes or de-energizes the unit arbitrarily. When AC and DC power
sources are connected and present, the unit is always energized.
• Do not operate the inverter/charger with damaged or substandard
wiring. Make sure that all wiring is in good condition and is not
undersized.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
FIRE AND BURN HAZARD
• Do not cover or obstruct the air intake vent openings and/or install in
a zero-clearance compartment.
• Do not use transformerless battery chargers in conjunction with the
inverter/charger due to overheating.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
EXPLOSION HAZARD
• Charge only properly rated (such as 12 V) lead-acid (GEL, AGM,
Flooded, or lead-calcium) rechargeable batteries because other
battery types may explode.
• Do not work in the vicinity of lead-acid batteries. Batteries generate
explosive gases during normal operation. See note #1.
• Do not install and/or operate in compartments containing flammable
materials or in locations that require ignition-protected equipment.
See notes #2 and #3.
• When using Lithium-Ion batteries, ensure that the battery pack being
used includes a certified Battery Management System (BMS) with
safety controls.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
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NOTES:
1. Follow 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.
2. This inverter/charger contains components which tend to produce arcs
or sparks.
3. Locations include any space containing gasoline-powered machinery,
fuel tanks, as well as joints, fittings, or other connections between
components of the fuel system.
Precautions When Working With Batteries
NOTES:
1. Mount and place the Freedom SW 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. 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.
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. 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.
BURN FROM HIGH SHORT-CIRCUIT CURRENT, FIRE AND
EXPLOSION FROM VENTED GASES HAZARDS
• Always 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.
• Remove all personal metal items, like rings, bracelets, and watches
when working with batteries. See notes #5 and #6 below.
• Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or batteries.
• Never charge a frozen battery.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury.
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Precautions When Preparing to Charge
NOTES:
• Study and follow all of the battery manufacturer's specific precautions,
such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging, whether
equalization is acceptable for your battery, and recommended rates of
charge.
• For flooded non-sealed batteries, 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 removable cell caps, carefully follow manufacturer's
instructions.
Precautions When Placing the Inverter/Charger
EXPOSURE TO CHEMICALS AND GASES HAZARD
• Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.
• Make sure the voltage of the batteries matches the output voltage of
the inverter/charger.
• Be careful to keep corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes
and skin when cleaning battery terminals.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury.
RISK OF DAMAGE TO THE INVERTER/CHARGER
• Never allow battery acid to drip on the inverter/charger when reading
gravity, or filling battery.
• Never place the Freedom SW Inverter/Charger unit directly above
batteries; gases from a battery will corrode and damage the inverter/
charger.
• Do not place a battery on top of the inverter/charger.
Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or damage
other equipment.
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Regulatory
The Freedom SW Inverter/Charger is certified to appropriate US and
Canadian standards. For more information see “Regulatory Approvals” on
the Specifications section in the Owner’s Guide.
The Freedom SW 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.
It is not intended for other applications as it may not comply with the
additional safety code requirements needed for those other applications. See
“Limitations On Use” below.
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 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:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
LIMITATIONS ON USE
Do not 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.
Unauthorized changes or modifications to the equipment could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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End of Life Disposal
The Freedom SW is designed with environmental awareness and
sustainability in mind. At the end of its useful life, the Freedom SW 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 SW 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.
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