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Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page i Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Copyright © 2014 Schneider Electric. All Rights Reserved. All trademarks are owned by Schneider Electric Industries SAS or its affiliated companies. Information About Your System Exclusion for Documentation As soon as you open your product, record the following information and be sure to keep your proof of purchase.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page ii Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM About This Guide Purpose Conventions Used The purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining the Freedom SW Inverter/Charger. The following conventions are used in this guide. 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.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page iii Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM 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.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page iv Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS OWNER ’S GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD • 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.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page v Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM 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.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page vi Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM 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 SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page vii Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Precautions When Preparing to Charge Precautions When Placing the Inverter/Charger EXPOSURE TO CHEMICALS AND GASES HAZARD RISK OF DAMAGE TO THE INVERTER/CHARGER • • • • 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 SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page viii Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Regulatory FCC Information to the User 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.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page i Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Contents Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page ii Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Using the Xanbus SCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 System Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page iii Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM ACIn Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Gen Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Stacking Configuration Menu . . . .
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Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 1 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Freedom SW Inverter/ Charger (Freedom SW). The Freedom SW has been designed to give you premium power, ease of use, and outstanding reliability. 30 12 Please read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main performance and protection features of the Freedom SW.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 2 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Introduction Key Features The Freedom SW Inverter/Charger is a true sine wave inverter/ charger that can be used for mobile, marine and commercial applications. The Freedom SW Inverter/Chargers are designed to operate with a wide variety of generators and are capable of operating in parallel with a generator for short durations to assist with starting large loads.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 3 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Introduction Key Features Explained Built-in Charge Formulas For the unit to perform at the highest level, the batteries must be charged correctly. The Freedom SW has optimized algorithms for flooded, gel, and AGM batteries.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 4 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Introduction Stacking Supports stacking of two inverter/chargers to increase capacity. This also requires the installer to select a Master and Slave in order for the inverters to stack. Two configurations of stacking are supported: Parallel stacking and Series stacking. Parallel Stacking Parallel stacking allows two inverter/chargers to operate in parallel thereby doubling the capacity in inverter mode.
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Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 6 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM System Components AC Panel Freedom Sequence Shore Power 30 12 BATTERY r SW The Freedom Sequence Intelligent Power Manager is a fully integrated power management system that provides automatic power and load management for use in recreational vehicles (RV) while receiving power from a generator or shore power.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 7 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM System Components The Xanbus-enabled designation (see below) means that this product works on a Xanbus network. Xanbus-enabled products are: • • • • Simple to operate and routine tasks are automated. Controlled by software that eliminates analog signalling errors. Less susceptible to interference and line loss. Upgradable through new software releases.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 8 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM System Components Xanbus-enabled Products and Accessories TM ACIn/Charge STBY/ON Fault Clear Inverter On Freedom Sequence Low Battery Fault Enter Xanbus System Control Panel (SCP) Func FGA: 809-0921 SCP Product/Accessory (Shown above) Freedom Sequence Intelligent Power Manager Xanbus System Control Panel (SCP) Xanbus Automatic Generator Start (AGS) 3-ft network cable (0.9 m) 25-ft network cable (7.
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Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 10 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Freedom SW Inverter/Charger Mechanical Features Freedom SW Front and Side Panels Before you begin to operate the Freedom SW, review the front panel features shown in Figure 4 and described in the next table. A detailed view of the LEDs and buttons on the front panel is shown in Figure 5 and described in the table next to it.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 11 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Freedom SW Inverter/Charger Mechanical Features 2 1 FR Item Description 1 2 3 DC terminals. AC wiring compartment access panel with compartment cover on. FAULT LED turns on solid if a fault condition occurs and flashes intermittently when a WARNING condition is active. When AC is present and qualified, the AC IN LED will turn on solid indicating also that AC is passing through.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 12 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Freedom SW Inverter/Charger Mechanical Features Freedom SW AC and DC Side Panels The DC side of the Freedom SW has the equipment ground lug, the positive (+) battery terminal, and the negative (-) battery terminal plus the remote network com port and battery temperature sensor com port. 1 2 3 5 Item Description 1 Remote (REM) jack provides connection for the Freedom Sine Wave remote panel.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 13 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Freedom SW Inverter/Charger Mechanical Features Freedom SW Supplied Accessories Item Description 1 Two DC terminal covers are supplied to prevent accidental contact with the DC cable connectors after installation. The red cover is for the positive cabling terminal, and the black cover is for the negative cabling terminal.
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Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 15 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Freedom Inverter/Charger Operation Start Up Behavior When the Freedom SW is powered up or has been reset, all of the front panel LEDs turn on and remain on for a minimum of five seconds. During this interval, the fans are also turned on as the unit executes internal diagnostics.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 16 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Freedom Inverter/Charger Operation Inverter Operation Using the Front Panel 5. Place a load on the inverter. For example, plug a 100-watt light bulb into an outlet that the inverter is powering. Press the INVERTER ENABLE button on the Freedom SW. The INVERTER ENABLED LED turns on. The inverter should run the load using battery power. 6. To test the charger, reconnect the AC input power to allow AC to the AC input.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 17 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Freedom Inverter/Charger Operation Operating Limits for Inverter Operation Table 1 Front Panel LEDs LED Label INVERTER ENABLED Color Steady Green GEN SUPPORT AC IN Flashing Green Steady Green CHARGING Flashing Green FAULT Steady Red Flashing Red WARNING Status If utility and generator AC is unavailable and operating conditions are met, the Freedom SW will produce AC voltage to power loads.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 18 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Freedom Inverter/Charger Operation • AC wiring is of recommended size. Refer to the Freedom SW Sine Wave Inverter/Chargers Installation Guide for this information. • Battery is of sufficient capacity and is fully charged. NOTE: Many 24 V inverter battery banks have a capacity between 200–400 Ah and 12 V inverter battery banks have a capacity between 400–800 Ah.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 19 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP This section contains detailed information and procedures for using your Freedom SW in conjunction with the System Control Panel (SCP). The SCP provides operating, configuration, and monitoring capability for your Xanbus system. If you’re using the SCP to operate or monitor the status of the unit, you may also refer to the Xanbus System Control Panel Owner’s Guide.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 20 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Using the Xanbus SCP As shown in Figure 8, the SCP has these important features: Display screen System information is shown on the display screen with an adjustable backlight. Indicator LEDs Four indicator LEDs on the front panel indicate the operating status of the Xanbus system. Push buttons Four push buttons allow you to select device menus and change or display settings.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 21 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP 1 2 3 Item Description 2 Inverter On LED turns on when the Freedom SW is inverting using battery power. 3 Low Battery LED turns on when the battery voltage on the Freedom SW is low. 4 Fault LED indicates a detected condition that requires user attention and intervention. The Fault LED turns on when any Xanbus-enabled device connected to the network detected a fault.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 22 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Item Description Func button: 7 • • • 8 (and 9) Cancels selection of a menu item. Returns you to the previous screen. Changes the functions of the Up and Down arrow buttons. Down (and Up) arrow buttons: • • Scrolls down (up) one line of text. Decreases (increases) a selected value.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 23 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP SCP Navigation TM Startup Screen ACIn/Charge Inverter On This screen is shown when the Xanbus SCP first receives power from the Xanbus network. Low Battery Fault System Status Battery 12.1V BatLev Load 120V AC In 0V menu EnInv Enter -257A 84” F Invert 12A 0A STBY/ON Fault Clear menu arrow that points to the Enter button. The menu arrow is called a soft key.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 24 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Select Device Screen As mentioned, this screen appears when the Enter button is pressed from the System Status screen. It lists all Xanbus-enabled devices including options to select System Settings and Clock. To display the Setup menu for a device: ◆ Highlight the device name on the Select Device menu screen and press Enter. -OrFrom the device Home screen, press Enter.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 25 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Soft Key Navigation Soft keys are the objects on the fifth line of the System Status screen. The soft keys have arrows that point to a corresponding physical button such as the Enter, Up arrow, Down arrow, and Func buttons. They are called as such because they perform functions in conjunction with pressing the corresponding SCP button that each arrow points to.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 26 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP System Status Battery 12.1V BatLev Load 120V AC In 0V menu EnInv System Status -257A 84”F Invert 12A 0A EnChg Enter Func Press the Up arrow button to Enable the Inverter (or both inverters in stack mode). menu Shr DsInv Enter Press the Up arrow button to Disable the Inverter (or both inverters in stack mode). Battery 12.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 27 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Viewing the Firmware Revision Number You may need to view the firmware revision number (F/W Rev.) of the Freedom SW when troubleshooting the unit with authorized service personnel. To view the firmware revision number: 1. From the System Status screen, press the Enter button. The Select Device menu screen appears. 2. From the Select Device screen, press the Enter button. The System Settings menu screen appears. 3.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 28 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Setting the Time and Date Using the STBY/ON Fault Clear Button Freedom SW advanced features such as time-stamped events (faults, warnings, and logged historical data) require that the system be set to the correct time. The Xanbus SCP has an internal clock that controls the time for all Xanbus-enabled devices in the system. You can set the time, time format, and date on the Clock menu.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 29 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Reading the System Status Screen Table 2 System Status Screen The System Status screen displays: Line 1 Label: “System Settings” • • • • Line 2 Label: Battery Field 1: Total battery current. Negative value if the battery is discharging and positive value when charging. Field 2: Battery voltage Field 3: Battery temperaturea.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 30 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Reading the Freedom SW Device Setup Screen The Freedom SW Device Setup menu screen displays real-time operational data (status information) specific to the Freedom SW. The Freedom SW status changes according to the states described in Table 4, “Freedom SW Device Setup Screen Operating States (Modes)” on page 32. The Freedom SW Device Setup menu screen has two segments.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 31 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Table 3 Device Setup Screen Status Information Complete list Freedom SW Device Setup fields. FSW3012 00: Setup Mode Battery Load AC In Mode Invert Battery 11.8V -88.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 32 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Table 4 Freedom SW Device Setup Screen Operating States (Modes) State (Mode) Displayed When... State (Mode) Displayed When... Gen Support Invert The Freedom SW is supplying power to loads by inverting power from the batteries. AC input from the utility or generator is absent or out of nominal range.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 33 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP This section contains information about all configurable settings and procedures for the Freedom SW. It provides information on using the SCP to configure the Freedom SW settings for optimal performance. Please refer to the Xanbus System Control Panel Owner’s Guide for detailed information on how to use the SCP.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 34 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP System Menu Map Power Up Figure 16 provides a map of how the SCP screens and menus are organized. The order of devices appearing on the SCP will vary, depending on the order in which they’ve been connected to the network. Startup Screen System Status Battery 12.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 35 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Viewing the System Status Screen Viewing the Select Device Menu The System Status screen displays system activity. The information appearing on the System screen varies with the status of the inverter/charger. See “Reading the System Status Screen” on page 29.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 36 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Selecting the Freedom SW from the Select Device Menu To view the Freedom SW Setup menu screen: ◆ Follow the procedures on “To view the Freedom SW Setup menu screen:” on page 30. Complete list Freedom SW Device Setup fields. FSW3012 00: Setup Mode Battery Load AC In Mode Invert Battery 11.8V -88.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 37 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Changing Configurable Settings From The Device Setup Menu Screen The Freedom SW can only be configured using the Xanbus SCP. Follow the procedure in “To view the Freedom SW Setup menu screen:” on page 30 to bring up the device setup screen for the Freedom SW inverter/charger. Configurable Settings Status FSW3012 00: Setup Invert Mode Battery 11.8V -88.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 38 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP To select and change a configurable setting: 1. On the setup menu, press the Down arrow (or Up arrow) button to highlight the setting you want to change. 2. Press Enter to highlight the current value of the setting. 3. Press the Up arrow or the Down arrow button to change the value. Hold down the button to scroll through a large range of values quickly.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 39 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Table 5 Configurable Settings Item Description Inverter Enables or disables the inverter function of the Freedom SW. When enabled, the unit will invert power from the batteries assuming there is enough charge in the batteries. Default value is Enabled. Search Mode Enables or disables the Search Mode function of the Freedom SW.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 40 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP When to set up Search mode The search mode feature is only valuable if the inverter can spend a fair amount of time “sleeping” each day. Therefore, if search mode is to be used it must be adjusted properly. The initial adjustment should be made so that the inverter comes on only when needed. Certain types of loads can cause search mode to work unexpectedly.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 41 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Equalization Procedure To start equalizing the batteries, do one of the following: • Apply AC voltage and ensure that the inverter/charger transfers AC and starts charging. • On the Xanbus Setup menu, highlight Equalize and select Enable. The unit will proceed and execute a complete bulk and absorption charge before transitioning to equalize.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 42 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Changing Freedom SW Basic Settings Basic Settings menu The Freedom SW configuration settings can be viewed in basic format (see “Selecting Basic Settings From the Device Setup Screen” on page 42). The basic settings include configuration items you may have to adjust routinely, or as part of initial setup. It provides access to basic control of the inverter/ charger.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 43 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP An overview of the Freedom SW menu structure is shown below. The SCP displays the Freedom SW basic settings menu. Configurable Settings Status FSW3012 00: Setup Mode Invert Battery 11.8V -88.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 44 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Table 6 Setting Defaults and Ranges Model Freedom SW 2012 / 3012 Table 7 Basic Settings Freedom SW 2024 / 3024 Item Default Min Max Default Min Batt Type Flooded Flooded, Gel, AGM, Custom Flooded Flooded, Gel, AGM, Custom Batt Capacity 2000-watt models 250Ah Batt Capacity 3000-watt models 440Ah Max Chg Rate 100% Charge Cycle 3Stage ReCharge Volts 12.5V 11.0V 13.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 45 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Changing Freedom SW Advanced Settings Advanced Settings menu The advanced settings option gives you access to the full range of Freedom SW settings, including everything displayed on the basic menu. As a safeguard against unintended advanced configuration, the Xanbus SCP displays the basic settings by default.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 46 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP To select the Advanced Settings menu screen: 1. On the FSW3012 00:Setup screen (Figure 24), press the Enter, Up arrow, Down arrow buttons simultaneously to make Advanced Settings appear in the list. 2. On the FSW3012 00:Setup screen, press the down arrow button until Advanced Settings is highlighted.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 47 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP An overview of the Freedom SW advanced settings menu structure is shown below and the next page. FSW3012 00: Inv Settings FSW3012 00: Adv Settings Configurable Settings Status FSW3012 00: Setup Invert Mode Battery 11.8V -88.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 48 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP FSW3012 00: ACIn Settings FSW3012 00: Adv Settings Configurable Settings Status FSW3012 00: Setup Mode Invert Battery 11.8V -88.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 49 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Inverter Settings Menu The Inverter Settings menu contains settings that control when the Freedom SW starts and stops producing AC output. FSW3012 00: Inv Settings Low Batt Cut Out LBCO Delay Hi Batt Cut Out Search Watts Search Delay [11.0] [10sec] [15.5V] [50W] [2sec] Follow procedures on “To select and change a configurable setting:” on page 38 to change the settings.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 50 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Table 9 Inverter Settings Description Item Description Search Delay Search Delay sets the time between search pulses. When searching for loads, the Freedom SW sends out search pulses to determine if a load is present. If the Freedom SW finds a load above the Search Watts setting, the inverter turns on.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 51 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Charger Settings Menu Table 10 Setting Defaults and Ranges The Charger Settings menu provides options for configuring the Freedom SW to operate from your battery bank.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 52 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Table 11 Charger Settings Menu Description Item Description Batt Type Sets the system battery chemistry and type: Flooded, AGM, Gel, and Custom. Selecting Custom displays the Custom Settings item, which allows you to adjust the settings for each charging stage.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 53 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Custom Battery Settings Menu Table 12 Setting Defaults and Ranges Model EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Consult your battery manufacturer and associated documentation before setting a custom battery type to avoid damaging your batteries during charging or equalization. Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or damage other equipment.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 54 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Table 13 describes the items on the Custom Battery Settings menu. Table 13 Custom Battery Settings Menu Description Item Description Eqlz Support Enables or disables the ability to enter an equalization cycle. Refer to the battery manufacturer’s specifications to determine whether equalization is recommended. Eqlz Voltagea Selects the equalization voltage.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 55 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP ACIn Settings The ACIn Settings menu configures the voltage and frequency limits for AC Input quantification range. These are the limits at which the Freedom SW considers input voltage qualified—that is, suitable for charging batteries or powering loads. If the input voltage is not qualified according to these settings, the Freedom SW transfers from using AC input to inverting.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 56 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Gen Support GEN Support is basically generator support for the Freedom SW that allows power to be automatically drawn from the batteries to assist an AC generator to support heavy loads (for example, loads that exceed the available current from the generator). Generators have a limited output current and it is possible to reach this limit when operating heavy loads.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 57 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Stacking Configuration Menu Table 17 Stacking Menu Description and Valuesa The Stacking menu configures the Freedom SW to operate as a part of a multi-unit installation. Item Description Default Range Dev Name Allows the customizing of the default name for the inverter/ charger. This setting is optional and does not affect operation. See “Setting the Device Name” on page 58.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 58 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Setting the Device Name The Dev Name setting allows you to customize the name of the Freedom SW as it is displayed on other screens and menus. To customize the Freedom SW name: 1. Changing the device name is not mandatory for stacking to be successful. It simply allows a user to distinguish between two inverter/chargers that are installed in the same system.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 59 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Setting the Device Number Setting the device number gives a Xanbus-enabled device a unique identity when several devices of the same type are installed in the power system network. When each identical device has a unique number, the Xanbus SCP can correctly identify and display status information for each device. A device number consists of two digits ranging from 00 (default) to 31.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 60 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Cascading The Cascading feature is found in the System Settings menu only when two inverters are configured as a stacked pair (see “Stacking Configuration Menu” on page 57). A stacked pair has one Master unit and one Slave unit.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 61 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Resetting the Freedom SW to Default Settings The Restore Defaults command returns the Freedom SW to factory default settings. After using the Restore Defaults command, the Freedom SW is no longer configured for the power system. To restore Freedom SW default settings: 1. On the Adv Settings menu, select Restore Defaults. Warning W252 appears, asking to confirm the command. 2.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 62 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Using the Advanced Features To store the state of the inverter to memory: 1. Press and hold the STBY/ON Fault Clear button on the SCP for more than five seconds to switch to Standby (Power Save) mode. 2. Select Advanced Settings on the SCP. See “To select the Advanced Settings menu screen:” on page 46. Figure 34 Adv Features Menu Screen 3.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 63 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Battery Charging Reference This section describes the multistage charging algorithm (formula) of the Freedom SW. Battery Types Freedom SW charges flooded (or wet) lead-acid, Gel, AGM (absorbed glass mat), and custom batteries. • Flooded (or wet) batteries have removable battery caps for refilling with distilled water and testing the electrolyte.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 64 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Battery Charging Reference There is a fourth stage, equalization, which is initialized manually as it is only performed occasionally and only on flooded (or wet) batteries. The charging cycle is a multistage (three-stage) process. Whenever qualified AC power is present at the inverter’s input, it passes power through to the connected load and begins charging the batteries.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 65 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Battery Charging Reference Absorption Stage During the absorption stage, the Freedom SW begins operating in constant voltage mode and the current falls gradually as the amp hours are returned to the battery. By default, the bulk and absorption voltage settings are the same for all battery types. The voltage limit settings for bulk and absorption can be adjusted independently if the battery type is set to Custom.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 66 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Battery Charging Reference at the default float voltage level for the selected battery type or the voltage selected under Float Voltage on the Custom Battery Settings menu. NOTE: The battery voltage can increase above the float voltage when using an external charging device such as PV arrays, wind turbines, and micro-hydro generators. Be sure to include appropriate charge management equipment with all external DC sources.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 67 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Battery Charging Reference NOTE: When the charge cycle is interrupted, the charger will restart charging at the beginning of the multistage algorithm. Exit Current Threshold can be effectively disabled by programming the amp-hour capacity to the minimum. In this case, absorption will only exit once the Max Absorption timer expires.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 68 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Battery Charging Reference If the battery capacity is set to zero (Ah=0 effectively disables the exit current criteria for the absorption charge stage making the absorption stage defined by time only), the equalize charge current is fixed at maximum 100% of the charge rate. Equalization duration is fixed at one hour.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 69 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Guidelines This section will help you narrow down the source of any problem you may encounter. Please read the following troubleshooting steps: 1. 2. Check for a warning or fault message on the Xanbus SCP or a fault code on the inverter information panel. If a message is displayed, record it immediately. As soon as possible, record the conditions at the time the problem occurred.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 70 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Troubleshooting Inverter Applications The Freedom SW performs differently depending on the AC loads connected to it. If you are having problems with any of your loads, read this section. Resistive Loads Resistive loads are the easiest and most efficient to drive. Voltage and current are in phase, which means they are in step with one another. Resistive loads generate heat in order to accomplish their tasks.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 71 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Troubleshooting Clocks You may notice that your clocks are not accurate. Some of the clocks on your appliances may reset when the Freedom SW is in search mode. Searching When the inverter is in search mode, it may fail to start some loads even though the rated wattage on the load is more than the Search Watts setting. Disable Search or apply an additional load (companion load) to make the inverter exit search mode.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 72 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Freedom SW via the SCP The Freedom SW is designed with a number of protection features to provide efficient operation. If, however, you have any problems operating your inverter/charger read this troubleshooting chapter. If you cannot resolve the problem, record the information about your system.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 73 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Troubleshooting Table 1 Detected Fault Types and Behaviors Fault type Behavior Escalating automatic faults Clears automatically if the detected fault condition goes away, just like an automatic fault. However, if an escalating automatic fault occurs several times within a defined time period, the escalating automatic fault becomes a manual fault, requiring user intervention.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 74 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Troubleshooting Table 3 provides a detailed description of the detected fault messages and solutions. If you are unable to resolve the problem after referring to this table, contact your dealer or Customer Service. Table 3 Detected Fault Messages Fault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution F1 AC Output under voltage Escalating Auto Fault. Must occur 3 times in 30 seconds before becoming a manual fault.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 75 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Troubleshooting Table 3 Detected Fault Messages Fault Number F44 F47 Message Fault Type Cause Solution Battery Over Temperature Automatic Battery temperature is over 140 °F (60 °C). Poor battery compartment ventilation. Stop charging if necessary. Check cable connections. Check battery voltage/current and temperature. If battery is not accepting charge, it may need to be replaced.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 76 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Troubleshooting Table 3 Detected Fault Messages Fault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution F48 DC Under Voltage (Fault) Automatic Voltage at the DC input terminals is below the Low Battery Cut Out (LBCO) setting for 10 seconds. Check for the correct battery voltage at the inverter's DC input terminals. Check for external DC loads on the batteries. Check condition of batteries and recharge if necessary.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 77 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Troubleshooting Table 3 Detected Fault Messages Fault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution F57 FET1 Over Temperature Automatic Ambient temperature may be too high. Ensure adequate ventilation around the Freedom SW. Allow inverter to cool down and try restarting. Operating too large of a load for too long while inverting. Remove excessive inverter loads. Inverter cooling fan may have failed.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 78 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Troubleshooting Table 3 Detected Fault Messages Fault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution F64 AC overload Escalating Auto Fault. Must occur 3 times in 60 seconds before becoming a manual fault. Persistent excessive inverter current above rated current. Avoid loads with long surge current. F68 Transformer Over Temperature Automatic Same as F57. Same as F57.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 79 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Troubleshooting Table 3 Detected Fault Messages Fault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution F75 Master Inverter Lost Automatic When Parallel stacking—if the Slave unit cannot detect the Master unit in the Xanbus network. Make sure that the two units are connected in the same Xanbus network. Check cable connections and ensure that the plugs are neatly inserted in the ports.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 80 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Troubleshooting Table 4 provides a detailed description of the detected warning messages and solutions. If you are unable to resolve the problem after referring to this table, contact your dealer or Customer Service. Table 4 Detected Warning Messages Fault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution W48 DC under voltage (Warning) Automatic Voltage at the DC input terminals is below the Low Battery Cut Out (LBCO) setting.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 81 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Specifications NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 82 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Specifications NOTE: All inverter specifications are at nominal conditions: 12 (or 24) volts DC inverting 120 volts AC, unless otherwise specified.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 83 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Specifications NOTE: All charging specifications are at nominal conditions: ambient temperature of 77 °F (25 °C), 120 VAC, 60 Hz input, unless otherwise specified.
Freedom SW 3K2K InvChg Owners Guide.book Page 84 Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:42 PM Specifications NOTE: All transfer specifications are at nominal conditions: ambient temperature of 77 °F (25 °C), 120 VAC, 60 Hz input, unless otherwise specified.
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