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Fr eedom HF Inverter/Char g er Installation Guide Freedom HF 1000 Freedom HF 1800 Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page i Friday, December 21, 2 007 9:57 PM[...]

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This guide for use by qualified installers only Freedom HF Inverter/Charger Installation Guide Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page i Friday, December 21, 2 007 9:57 PM[...]

This guide for use by qualified installers only About Xantrex Xantrex T echnology Inc. is a worl d-leadin g supplier of advanced power electroni cs and controls with products ranging from small mobile units to utili ty-s cale systems for wind, solar , batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applicati ons in bo th grid-connect ed and [...]

iii This guide for use by qualified installers only About This Guide Purpose The purpose of this Instal lation Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for setting up and installing a Freedom HF Instal lation*. For complete information on how to op erate, maintain, and troubleshoot the Freedom HF unit, see the Freedom HF Inverter/Char ger Ow[...]

About T his Guide iv 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Conventions Used The following co nventions are used in thi s guide. Related Information Y ou can find more information about Xantrex T echnology Inc. as well as its products and services at www .xantrex.com WA R N I NG W arnings identify conditions or practices tha[...]

v This guide for use by qualified installers only Important Safety Instructions IMPORT ANT : Read and save this Installation Guide for future reference. This chapter contains important saf ety and installation instructions for the Freedom HF Inverter/Charger units – Freedo m HF 1000 an d Freedom HF 1800 . 1. B EFORE INSTALLI NG AND USING THE F RE[...]

vi 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only 6. Do not disassemble the Freedom HF . It contains no user-serviceable parts. See W arranty for instructions on obtaining service. Attempting to service the Freedom HF yourself may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire and will void your wa rranty . Internal capacitors remain [...]

975-0395-01-01 vii This guide for use by qualified installers only P ersonal Pr ecautions W hen W orking W ith Batteries 1. Study and follow all of the battery manufacturer's specific precautions, such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging, and recommended rates of char ge. 2. Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid [...]

viii 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only 12. Never charge a frozen battery . 13. Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes. MARINE UNIT LOCA TION 14. Locate the Freedom HF unit away from batteries in a separate, well ventilated compartment. 15. Never place the Freedom HF[...]

975-0395-01-01 ix This guide for use by qualified installers only Precautions for Using Rechar geable Appliances Most rechargeable battery-operated equipment uses a separate char ger or transformer that is plugged into an AC receptacle and produces a low voltage charging output. Some chargers for small rechar geab le batteries can be damaged if con[...]

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975-0395-01-01 xi This guide for use by qualified installers only Important Safety Instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - v 1 Installation Materials List - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2 Safety Instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [...]

xii This guide for use by qualified installers only A Specifications Electrical Specifications: Inverter Mode - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A–2 Electrical Specifications: Charge Mode - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A–3 Environmental Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [...]

975-0395-01-01 xiii This guide for use by qualified installers only Figure 1-1 What’s In The Box - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2 Figure 1-2 Typical Recreationa l Vehicle and Fle e t Vehicle Installation - - - - - - - - - - 1–6 Figure 1-3 Approved Mounting Orientations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -[...]

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975-0395-01-01 xv This guide for use by qualified installers only Table 1-1 Required AC Wire Size vs Breaker Rating - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–9 Table 1-2 Recommended Cable Sizes - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–10 Table 1-3 Recommende d Eq uip ment Ground Cable si ze - - - - - - - - - - - - - -[...]

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1–1 This guide for use by qualified installers only 1 Installation Chapter 1 provides information to help in installing a Freedom HF Inverter/Charger Installation. It covers the following: • Materials list. • Safety instructions and various installation codes that may be applicable to your installation. • Sample installation tools and mater[...]

1–2 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Materials List Yo u r Freedom HF Inverter/Charger package includes the items listed below . •1 Freedom HF Inverter/Charger uni t • 1 Display panel with 7-inch (0.17 m) cable • 1 Communications cable (25 feet) (7.5 m) • 2 DC terminal covers • 2 Strain-relief clamps (for A[...]

Safety Instructions 975-0395-01-01 1–3 This guide for use by qualified installers only Safety Instructions • Before you begin the i nstallation, review the “Important Safety Instructions” on page v , and read this entire “Installation” section so you can plan your installation from beginning to end. • Disconnect all AC and DC power so[...]

1–4 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Installation T ools and Materials Y ou will need the following to install the Freedom HF : ❐ W ire stripper ❐ Mounting screws or bolts ❐ #2 Phillips screwdriver ❐ W rench for DC terminals (1/2 inch or 13mm or adjustable) ❐ AC cable (i.e. 2-conductor-plus-ground cable), s[...]

Basic Installation Procedures 975-0395-01-01 1–5 This guide for use by qualified installers only Basic Installation Procedures Xantrex recommends that yo u have your installation performed by a qualified technician or electrician. This section provides sample installa tion information as a guide for your installation. For your convenience, th e o[...]

1–6 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Step 1: Designing the Installation Most Freedom HF installations share common components, and some of these are briefly described below . Figure 1-2 shows some components and their relationshi p to each oth er in a typical recreational vehicle or fleet vehicle installation. (Also,[...]

Basic Installation Procedures 975-0395-01-01 1–7 This guide for use by qualified installers only AC shore power A source of 120 V , 60Hz sine wave alternating current is needed to provide energy to char ge batteries and pass power through to AC loads. This source is usually the utility grid (power company) or an AC generator . An automatic or man[...]

1–8 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only AC Output: The circuit breaker or fuse must be rated at no more than the rating of the input breaker in the installation and must be approved for use on 120 V ac branch circuits. The wire used between the Freedom HF and the AC output breaker must be of adequate size to match the A[...]

Basic Installation Procedures 975-0395-01-01 1–9 This guide for use by qualified installers only AC breakers and fuses must be sized to adequately protect the w iring that is installed on the input and output AC circuits of the Freedom HF . All breakers and wiring must be sized an d connected in accordance with the electrical codes or regulations[...]

1–10 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only DC Disconnects and Over- Current Devices The DC circuit from the battery to the Freedo m HF must be equipped with a disconnect and over-current de vice. This usually consists of a circuit breaker , a “fused-disconnect,” or a separate fuse and DC disconnect. Do not confuse AC [...]

Basic Installation Procedures 975-0395-01-01 1–11 This guide for use by qualified installers only Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) A GFCI is a device that de-energizes a circuit when a current to ground exceeds a specified value that is less th an that required to blow the circuit breaker . GFCIs are intended to protect pe op le from ele[...]

1–12 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Step 2: Choosing a Location for the Freedom HF The Freedom HF should only be installed in locati ons that meet the following requirements: ❐ Dry . Do not allow water or other flui ds to drip or splash on the Freedom HF . Do not mount the Fr eedom HF in an ar ea subject to splas[...]

Basic Installation Procedures 975-0395-01-01 1–13 This guide for use by qualified installers only Step 3: Mounting the Freedom HF T o mount the Freedom HF : 1. Remove the Freedom HF from its shipping container , verify that all components are present, and record relevant product information on “Information About Y our Syst em” on page W A–4[...]

1–14 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Connecting the Equipment Ground The Freedom HF has a ground stu d on the side of the unit as shown in Figure 1-4 . Follow the guidelines in “Grounding Locations” to connect the inverter ’ s chassis to the ground. Grounding Locations Y ou must connect the equipment g round s[...]

Basic Installation Procedures 975-0395-01-01 1–15 This guide for use by qualified installers only Step 4: Connecting the A C Input W ires General A C Wiring Consider ations AC W iring Connectors Connect AC wires with crimp-on splice connectors. The amount of insulation you strip of f individual wires will be specified by the conn ector manufact u[...]

1–16 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only AC wiring must be sized appropriatel y to carry full load current on the input and output AC circuits in acco rdance with the electrical codes or regulations applicable to your installa tion. T able 1-4 is based on the U.S. National Electrical Code, 2003 Ed. and the Canadian Elec[...]

Basic Installation Procedures 975-0395-01-01 1–17 This guide for use by qualified installers only 5. Remove the left-hand side AC wiring knockout from the fro nt panel of the unit (see Figure 1-5 on page 1–17 ). 6. Install one of the supplied strain -relief clamps in the AC kn ockout. 7. Locate the terminal block. The two input terminals are la[...]

1–18 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only 13. Insert the Line and Neu tral wir es into the corresponding terminals. 14. T ighten the wire attachment scr ews to a torque of 1.3–1.8 lbf-ft (1.76–2.44 Nm). Leave some wi ring slack inside the wiring compartment. 15. Secure the AC cable by adju sting the strain-relief cla[...]

Basic Installation Procedures 975-0395-01-01 1–19 This guide for use by qualified installers only Step 5: Connecting A C Output to an Existing A C Circuit Do not connect the Freedom HF to an AC branch cir cuit that has high-power consumption loads. The Freedom HF will not operate electric heaters, air conditioners, stoves, and other electrical ap[...]

1–20 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only T o make a permanent connection to existing AC wiring (continuing from # 15 of “S tep 4: Connecting the AC Input W ir es” on page 1–15 ): 1. Ensure that AC and DC power are both OFF . 2. Install the required value of circui t breaker in the AC load panel (see Figure 1-6 on [...]

Basic Installation Procedures 975-0395-01-01 1–21 This guide for use by qualified installers only 1 1. Insert the Line and Neutral wires into the corresponding terminals. 12. T ighten the wire attachment scr ews to a torque of 1.3–1.8 lbf-ft (1.76–2.44 Nm). Leave some wi ring slack inside the wiring compartment. Ensure you have maintai ned co[...]

1–22 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only In this wiring diagram, the AC input to the Freedom HF comes from the main AC panel which contains the in put circuit breaker . The AC output wiring is routed to a separate invert er subpanel with a dedicated circuit breaker . Figure 1-6 AC W iring Dia g ra m wi th an Inverter Su[...]

Basic Installation Procedures 975-0395-01-01 1–23 This guide for use by qualified installers only In this wiring diagram, the AC input to the Freedom HF comes directly from an AC source. The AC source input wiri ng must be protected by an AC breaker of 30 A max. The output wiring is routed to the main AC panel which is also pro tected by AC break[...]

1–24 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Step 6: Connecting the DC Cables Follow the procedure gi ven below to connect the battery leads to the terminals on the DC end. The cables should be as short as possible and larg e en ou gh to handle the required current, in accordance with the electrical codes or regulations ap [...]

Basic Installation Procedures 975-0395-01-01 1–25 This guide for use by qualified installers only T o make the DC connections Refer to Figure 1-9 . 1. Make sure the inverter is of f and no AC or DC is connected to the unit. 2. Remove the nuts and washers from the Freedom H F positive and negative DC termina ls. 3. Strip 1/2 inch (13 mm) to 3/4 in[...]

1–26 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only 9. T o prevent sparking whe n maki ng the connection, ensure the disconnect/battery selector switch is off. 10. Attach the connector on the positiv e cable to the positive DC terminal on the inverter . 1 1. Install the lock washer and nut that are supplied with the inverter . T i[...]

Basic Installation Procedures 975-0395-01-01 1–27 This guide for use by qualified installers only 14. Install the lock washer and nut that are supplied. T ighten the nut to a torque of 108–120 in-lbf (12. 2–13.6 N-m). Make the connection snug enough so the ring terminal do es not move around on the DC terminal, but do not overtighten. 15. Sli[...]

1–28 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Step 7: Mounting the Display P anel The communications cable supplied with the display pa nel is 25 feet (7.62 meters) long. If you want to replace the cable with one that is shorter , use a high quality , 6-wire telephone extension cable. Flush mounting the panel on a wall, bulk[...]

Basic Installation Procedures 975-0395-01-01 1–29 This guide for use by qualified installers only Step 8: T esting Y o ur Installation There are two tests to be performed. The first tes t verifies that the Freedom HF is inverting DC battery powe r and delivering AC power to its output. The second test is intended for inst allations where AC input[...]

1–30 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only T esting in Shore P ower Mode T o test the Freedom HF in shore power mode: ◆ W ith the appliance from the prev ious test still connected and operating, connect the shore power source. The Freedom HF transfers the appliances to shore power . The status LED on the display panel w[...]

Drip Shield Installation (F or Marine Installations) 975-0395-01-01 1–31 This guide for use by qualified installers only Drip Shield Installation (F or Marine Installations) The drip shield helps to protect the unit from dripping or splashing liquids, which will cause a shock hazard. Drip shields are especially useful in marine installations wher[...]

1–32 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only 3. Fasten the screws through the holes in the drip shield into the wall. See Figure 1-10 . Figure 1-11 T ypical Drip Shield Placement on a F reedom HF 1800 FREEDOM HF | 1000 FreedomHF_IC_01-Installation.fm Pag e 32 Monday, Decemb er 24, 2007 9:47 AM[...]

2–1 This guide for use by qualified installers only 2 Configur ation Chapter 2 explains how to configure the Freedom HF to best meet your electrical system requirements. It covers the following: • Setting battery type s on the main unit on page 2–2 . • Adjusting display , alarm, and charging current settings on page 2–3 . FreedomHF_IC_02-[...]

2–2 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Setting Battery T ypes on the Main Unit Y ou can attach different types of lead-acid batteries to the Freedom HF . Before installing batteries make su re that you configure the unit to optimize the charging process. The settings can be changed by adju sting the dip switches found [...]

Adjusting Display , Alarm, and Char ging Current Settings 975-0395-01-01 2–3 This guide for use by qualified installers only Adjusting Display , Alarm, and Charging Curr ent Settings The two display p anel buttons can be used to adjust the following: • What is being displayed on the screen, • T o disable or enable the audible alarm, and • T[...]

2–4 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only T o adjust the alarm setting: By default the alarm is set to ON. • Press and hold the Select button for two seconds. The display shows “ AL0 ” indicating that the alarm is OFF . The display shows “ AL1 ” indicating that the alarm is ON. Whenever the alarm setting is chan[...]

Adjusting Display , Alarm, and Char ging Current Settings 975-0395-01-01 2–5 This guide for use by qualified installers only After the charging current is set, the di splay will return to displaying what was on the screen prior to the adjustment. T able 2-1 Charging Current Guidelines A C Input Circuit Breaker or fuse size (Am ps) Charger DC Curr[...]

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A–1 This guide for use by qualified installers only A Specifications Appendix A contains electrical performance information and product specifications. Important: Specifications are subject to change without notice. FreedomHF_IC_A-Specificati ons.fm Page 1 M onday, December 24, 2 007 9:48 AM[...]

A–2 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Electrical Specifications: Inverter Mode DC Input Freedom HF 1000 Freedom HF 1800 Operating voltag e range 10.5V–15.5V 10.5V–15.5V Safe non-operating v oltage range 0–16 Vdc 0–16 V dc Normal voltage 12.5V 12.5V Nominal current at ful l load 100A 180A AC O u t p u t Freedom[...]

Electrical Specifications: Charge Mode 975-0395-01-01 A–3 This guide for use by qualified installers only Electrical Specifications: Charg e Mode A C Input Freedom HF 1000 Freedom HF 1800 Operating voltag e range 90–130 V ac 90–130 V ac Nominal current 5Aac at 20A charge, 120 V ac in 10Aac at 40A charge, 120 V ac in Nominal frequency 60 Hz 60[...]

A–4 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Environmental Specifications System Specifications Physical Specifications Regulatory Approvals Ambient T emperature: Operating T emperature Range Storage T emperature Range 0–40 ºC -20–60 ºC, with output derated abov e 25 °C -40–70 ºC Humidity: Operation/Storage 5–95%[...]

Inverter Overload Operation 975-0395-01-01 A–5 This guide for use by qualified installers only Inverter Overload Operation This graph shows how l ong (measured in seconds) the Freedom HF will operate for a given ou tput current (measured in Amps). Both Freedom HF 1000 and Freedom HF 18 00 are represented in the illustration below . The graph illu[...]

A–6 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Invert P o wer Derating vs . Ambient T emperature If the unit is in inverter mode a nd in elevate d ambient temp erature ab ove 25 °C, you will have to reduce power draw acco rding to the following chart to avoid over-t emperature shutdown. 0 Watts Freedom HF 1000 50 °C 25 30 35[...]

Charger Output Current vs . AC Input V oltage 975-0395-01-01 A–7 This guide for use by qualified installers only Charg er Output Current vs . A C Input V oltage When the Freedom HF is char ging batteries from a weak shore power source the AC voltage may fall as the Freedom HF draws current. T o reduce the chance of the shore po wer voltage collap[...]

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B–1 This guide for use by qualified installers only B Marine Installation Diagr am Appendix B illustrates a typical marine installation for the Freedom HF . For a typical R V or Fleet installation, see Figure 1-2, “T ypical Recreational V ehi cle and Fleet V ehicle Installation” on page 1–6 . Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 1 Friday, Dec[...]

B–2 975-0395-01-01 This guide for use by qualified installers only Marine Installation Figure B-1 illustrates a typical marine in stallati on with the following components: 1. AC power supplied from a shore power connecto r 2. An AC source panel that includ es a Max 30A circuit breaker that supplies the Freedom HF 3. An AC load panel with branch [...]

Marine Installation 975-0395-01-01 B–3 This guide for use by qualified installers only Figure B-1 T ypical Marine Installation AC Load Pane l DC Fuse / disconnect or circuit breaker AC Source Panel 12V Deep Cycle Battery Starting Battery Shorepower FR EE D O M HF | 1000 Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 3 Friday, December 21, 2007 9:57 PM[...]

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