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Freedom HF Install Guide.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page i Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM InstallationTrademarks Date and Revision Xantrex and Smart choice for power are trademarks of Schneider Electric, registered in the United States and other countries. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and product names are the property of their respective owners and are used herein for identification purposes only.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page ii Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM About This Guide Purpose Conventions Used The purpose of this Installation Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for installing and configuring a Freedom HF Inverter/Charger for Recreational, Fleet Vehicle, or Marine installations. The following conventions are used in this guide. Scope The Guide provides safety guidelines, as well as information about operating and troubleshooting the installation.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page iii Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM 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. Related Information You can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc. as well as its products and services at www.xantrex.com.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page iv Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD • This chapter contains important safety instructions for the Freedom HF Inverter/Charger (Freedom HF). Each time, before using the Freedom HF, READ ALL instructions and cautionary markings on or provided with the inverter/charger, the batteries, and all appropriate sections of this guide.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page v Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM 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. NOTES: 1.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page vi Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Precautions When Working With Batteries 5. 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.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page vii Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Precautions When Preparing to Charge Precautions When Placing the Inverter/Charger EXPOSURE TO CHEMICALS AND GASES HAZARD FIRE HAZARD • • Do not install the inverter/charger or any part of its supplied wiring in engine compartments. • 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.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page viii Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances RISK OF DAMAGE TO RECHARGEABLE APPLIANCES 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. Some chargers for small rechargeable batteries can be damaged if connected to the Freedom HF.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page ix Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM FCC Information to the User KKK 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.
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Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page xi Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Contents Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Materials List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Freedom HF Install Guide.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 1 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Materials List • one Freedom HF unit, • one set of owner’s and installation guides and a mounting template, • one display panel with 7-inch (0.17 m) cable, • one communications cable (25 feet) (7.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 2 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Safety Instructions Installation Codes SHOCK HAZARD Xantrex Technology recommends that all wiring be done by a certified technician or electrician to ensure adherence to the applicable electrical safety wiring regulations. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 3 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Installation Tools and Materials You will need the following to install the Freedom HF: ❐ Wire stripper This guide for use by qualified installers only. ❐ Mounting screws or bolts ❐ #2 Phillips screwdriver ❐ 3.5mm slot long neck screwdriver for WAGO1 terminals that are available in Freedom HF 1000, 1055, and 1800 models. ❐ Wrench for DC terminals (1/2 inch or 13mm or adjustable) ❐ AC cable (i.e.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 4 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM High Level Overview of Installation Steps Installing the Freedom HF includes the following steps. 1. Ensure that AC and DC power are both OFF. 2. Mount the inverter securely and permanently in one of the acceptable orientations. 3. Connect the Equipment Grounding Terminal to the equipment ground bus. 4. Connect the AC input wiring to the AC source panel. 5. Connect the AC output wiring to the AC load panel. 6.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 5 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures Xantrex recommends that you have your installation performed by a qualified technician or electrician. This guide for use by qualified installers only. This section provides sample installation information as a guide for your installation. For your convenience, the overall procedure is divided into ten main steps: ❐ Step 1: Designing an installation. (Start on page 6.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 6 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures Step 1: Designing the Installation Most Freedom HF installations share common components, and some of these are briefly described below. Figure 1 shows some components and their relationship to each other in a typical recreational vehicle or fleet vehicle installation. (Also, see “Marine Installation” on page 34.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 7 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM AC shore power AC Disconnect and Over-Current Protection Device A source of 120 volts, 60Hz sine wave alternating current is needed to provide energy to charge batteries and pass power through to AC loads. This source is usually the utility grid (power company) or an AC generator. An automatic or manual AC source selector switch can be used to switch between the multiple sources of shore power to the Freedom HF system.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 8 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures AC Distribution Panels AC Cabling Most systems incorporate distribution centers both ahead of the Freedom HF (the AC source panel) and between the Freedom HF and the loads (the AC load panel). An AC source panel includes a main circuit breaker, which serves as over-current protection and as a disconnect for the AC shore power supply line.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 9 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM AC Output Neutral Bonding DC Cabling The neutral conductor of the Freedom HF’s AC output circuit (i.e., AC Output Neutral) is automatically connected to the safety ground during inverter operation. When AC utility power is present and the Freedom HF is charging, this connection is not present, so that the utility neutral (i.e., AC Input Neutral) is only connected to utility ground at your source.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 10 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures IMPORTANT: Using the correct cable size is critical to achieving the rated performance of the Freedom HF unit. When starting a heavy load the Freedom HF can draw current surges from the battery of up to 400A. If the DC wiring is too small the voltage drop from this surge will result in a voltage at the Freedom HF terminals that is too low for the Freedom HF to operate correctly.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 11 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures Step 2: Choosing a Location for the Unit FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS • • This equipment contains components that 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.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 12 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures Step 3: Mounting the Unit To mount the Freedom HF: 1. 2. Remove the Freedom HF from its shipping container, verify that all components are present, and record relevant product information on “Information About Your System” in the Owner’s Guide. 1 2 Select an appropriate mounting location and orientation. (See Figure 2 below.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 13 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures Grounding Locations Connecting the Equipment Ground FIRE HAZARD Never operate the Freedom HF without properly connecting the equipment ground. A fire hazard could result from improper grounding. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury. The Freedom HF has a ground stud on the side of the unit as shown in Figure 3.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 14 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures Step 4: Connecting the AC Input Wires If you plan to use the Freedom HF with the GFCI installed on the unit, proceed to “Step 6: Connecting the DC Cables” on page 21. FIRE, SHOCK, AND ENERGY HAZARDS Make sure wiring is disconnected from all electrical sources before handling. All wiring must be done in accordance with local and national electrical wiring codes.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 15 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures • • • The Freedom HF 1000, Freedom HF 1055, and Freedom HF 1800 models come with WAGO-type terminals where individual wires can be attached securely. The Freedom HF 1800 T comes with a PTI1 connector that attaches to an AC cable terminated with a corresponding PTI connector. The Freedom HF 1055 EMS and Freedom HF 1800 EMS come with a standard AC cable with three-prong grounded AC plug.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 16 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures AC Input Connections for the Freedom HF 1000, Freedom HF 1055, and Freedom HF 1800 Models clamp slot L G TEST to circuit breaker RESET TEST TEST to circuit breaker TEST AC IN RESET 10mm AC Input Connections for the Freedom HF 1800 T Model N terminal opening 1. Ensure AC and DC power sources are turned off. 2.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 17 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures AC Input Connections for the Freedom HF 1055 EMS and Freedom HF 1800 EMS Models This guide for use by qualified installers only. ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD Do not alter the AC cord and its three-prong plug. The AC cord is preinstalled and pre-wired to the AC Input terminals of the unit. Do not connect the plug to other than a properly grounded electrical wall outlet.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 18 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures Step 5: Connecting AC Output to an Existing AC Circuit FIRE, SHOCK, AND ENERGY HAZARDS Make sure wiring is disconnected from all electrical sources before handling. All wiring must be done in accordance with local and national electrical wiring codes. A Xantrex-tested and approved GFCI must be connected to the Freedom HF AC output, and on every receptacle connected to the AC hard wired installation.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 19 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures AC Output Connections for the Freedom HF 1000, Freedom HF 1055, and Freedom HF 1800 models AC Output Connections for the Freedom HF 1800 T Model To make a permanent connection to existing AC wiring: 1800 T clamp slot FREEDOM HF 1800 T RESET AC OUT to circuit breaker terminal opening L G N to circuit breaker 1. Ensure AC and DC power sources are turned off. 2.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 20 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures AC Output Connections for the Freedom HF 1055 EMS and Freedom HF 1800 EMS Models FREEDOM HF 1800 EMS 8. 10mm GND AC OUTPUT N L Do not connect the AC OUT to any other source of power . Damage to unit may occur . CAUTION! ground terminal to circuit breaker Repeat steps 5 to 7 for Line and Neutral connections. Tighten the wire attachment screws to a torque of 1.3–1.8 lbf-ft (1.76– 2.44 Nm).
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 21 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures The following instructions only apply to the following models: Freedom HF 1000, Freedom HF 1055, Freedom HF 1800, and Freedom HF 1800 T. REVERSE POLARITY DAMAGE Before making the final DC connection, check cable polarity at both the battery and the Freedom HF. Positive must be connected to positive; negative must be connected to negative.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 22 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures To make the DC connections 8. Refer to Figure 5. 1. Make sure the inverter is off and no AC or DC is connected to the unit. 2. Remove the nuts and washers from the Freedom HF positive and negative DC terminals. 3. Strip 1/2 inch (13 mm) to 3/4 inch (19 mm) insulation from one end of each cable. The amount stripped off will depend on the terminals chosen. 4.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 23 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures REVERSE POLARITY DAMAGE DC power connections to the Freedom HF must be positive to positive and negative to negative. A reverse polarity connection (positive to negative) will blow a fuse in the inverter and may permanently damage the inverter. The fuse is not user replaceable and the inverter may need to be returned for servicing.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 24 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures Anderson Connectors DC Grounding The Freedom HF 1055 EMS and 1800 EMS models are pre-wired with an Anderson1 connector that attaches to matching terminal connectors in certain trucks and vehicles.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 25 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures Inverter Ignition Control (For Freedom HF 1000, 1055, 1800, and 1800 T) JUMPER WIRE Ignition Control terminals To enable ignition control: 1. Ensure that AC and DC power are both OFF. 2. Ensure the vehicle’s ignition is turned to OFF position. It is highly recommended to remove battery power by disconnecting the vehicle's battery cables.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 26 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures 5. Remove the DC wiring cover to expose the ignition control terminals of the DC wiring compartment. 6. Unscrew and remove the red jumper wire, using a flat screw driver, in between terminal A and terminal Ignition Control. The jumper wire acts to disable ignition control and removing it will enable it. 7. Strip the vehicle’s ignition control wire and connect it to terminal Ignition Control.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 27 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures Strip the auxiliary DC wire and connect it to the left-most terminal DC OUT 12V, 20A. DC OUT 20-amp fuse. JUMPER WIRE FREEDOM HF 1800 EMS This wire connects to a 12-volt DC appliance. Auxiliary DC Wire DO NOT USE RESET RESET TEST TEST Ignition Control Wire 9. Figure 8 Power Module for EMS Models 6.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 28 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures Step 7: Mounting the Display Panel The communications cable supplied with the display panel is 25 feet (7.62 meters) long. If you want to replace the cable with one that is shorter, use a high quality, six-wire telephone extension cable. Flush mounting the panel on a wall or bulkhead requires an opening that is approximately 3.25 × 1.25 inches (8.25 × 3.18 cm). About 1.5 inches (3.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 29 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures Step 8: Testing Your Installation Testing in Invert Mode Pressing the Inverter button to turn OFF the Freedom HF inverter function on display panel does not disconnect DC or AC input power to the Freedom HF. If shore power is present at AC input terminals, it will pass through to the AC output. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 30 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Basic Installation Procedures Testing in Shore Power Mode To test the Freedom HF in shore power mode: ◆ With the appliance from the previous 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 will change from yellow to a ten-second flashing yellow and then green. If the appliance operates, your installation is successful.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 31 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Drip Shield Installation (For Marine Installations) Different Views) This guide for use by qualified installers only. 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 where water from condensation, rain, or sea may come into contact with the Freedom HF.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 32 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Drip Shield Installation (For Marine Installations) To install the drip shields: Locate an appropriate setting for the drip shields above the Freedom HF making sure you cover the entire width of the unit. You can overlay the shields as shown in Figure 10 below. 3. Fasten the screws through the holes in the drip shield into the wall. See Figure 9. HF | 1000 Gather the four screws needed to fasten a single drip shield to a wall.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 33 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Configuration This guide for use by qualified installers only. Refer the Owner’s Guide for instructions on configuring the battery type accepted by the unit and on adjusting display, alarm, and charging current settings.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 34 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Marine Installation AC power supplied from a shore power connector 2. An AC source panel that includes a Max 30A circuit breaker that supplies the Freedom HF 3. An AC load panel with branch circuit breakers that supply only loads that run off the Freedom HF 4. Engine negative bus / DC ground bus 5. DC power supplied by a battery bank and protected by a DC fuse in the positive cable 6. Battery isolator 7.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 35 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Specifications NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Freedom HF 1000/1055 models Freedom HF 1800 models L×W×H 15.5” (393mm) × 9.5” (241mm)× 4.2” (106mm) Net Weight 10 lbs (4.5 kg) 12.8 lbs (5.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 36 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Specifications NOTE: These specifications refer to inverter mode. DC Input Freedom HF 1000/1055 models Freedom HF 1800 models Operating voltage range for all models 10.5–15.5 VDC (low limit) 11.8–15.5 VDC (high limit) 10.5–15.5 VDC (low limit) 11.8–15.5 VDC (high limit) Operating voltage range for Freedom HF 1800 T n/a 11.8–15.5 VDC (low limit) 12.1–15.
Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page 37 Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Specifications NOTE: These specifications refer to charger mode. Freedom HF 1000/1055 models Freedom HF 1800 models Operating voltage range 90–130 VAC 90–130 VAC Nominal current 5 AAC at 20 A charge, 120 VAC IN 10 AAC at 40 A charge, 120 VAC IN Nominal frequency 60 Hz 60 Hz DC Input Freedom HF 1000/1055 models Freedom HF 1800 models Nominal voltage 12.0 VDC Min battery voltage for charging 0.0 VDC 0.
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Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page ii Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM Xantrex Technology USA Inc. 1 800 670 0707 Tel toll free 1 408 987 6030 Tel direct 1 800 994 7828 Fax toll free customerservice@xantrex.com www.xantrex.
