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Summary of Contents for Outback Power Systems FLEXWARE FW-SP-250
- Page 1 Surge Protector FW-SP-ACA FW-SP-250 FW-SP-R User’s Guide Includes Mounting and Installation...
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Page 2: Contact Information
About OutBack Power Systems OutBack Power Systems is a leader in advanced energy conversion technology. Our products include true sine wave inverter/chargers, maximum power point charge controllers, system com- munication components, as well as breaker panels, breakers, accessories, and assembled systems. - Page 3 • The FW Surge Protector comes with a standard two-year warranty or is covered by any extended warranty of the FX is it connected to, whichever is longer. The product registration must be returned to obtain this extended warranty.
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Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
FLEXware 500 and FLEXware 1000. The FW-ACA’s knockouts are not intended for conduit, but can accommodate fl exible cables with appropriate strain relief. OutBack Power Systems cannot be responsible for system failure, damages, or injury resulting from improper installation of their products. - Page 5 • The yellow ACTIVE LEDs light when power is applied to that circuit. • A red ERROR light indicates a signifi cant surge has damaged the FLEXware Surge Protector and although decreased protection remains, it is recommended the FLEXware Surge Protector be replaced at this time before further damage to it and ultimately the FX can occur.
- Page 6 LEDs • ACTIVE lights are yellow (power is present). • ERROR lights are red (protection in that circuit is compromised, replacing the surge protector is recommended). • For the ERROR light to show, its circuit must be powered; its ACTIVE light will also glow.
- Page 7 FW-SP-ACA The FW-SP-ACA consists of an FW-ACA with an included surge protector and is installed onto an FX Series Inverter/Charger. LEDs Figure 4: Tools Required to Install: • Slotted screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • 13 mm socket (torque ratchet) • Utility knife •...
- Page 8 (3) Remove the AC Wiring (2) Remove the DC battery Compartment plastic caps (under the DCC or Turbo) cover (secured with two Phillips screws) (4) Remove these two M5 hex bolts from the FX (5) Remove the AC Con- duit Plate, which slides up and out from the FX Figure 5 : Removing various covers from the FX...
- Page 9 (6) Remove the cover from the FW-SP-ACA (secured with two Phillips screws) (8) Remove any AC wires from the FX AC Wiring Block by loosening the slotted screws. These wires will be installed through the FW-SP-ACA. Figure 6: Preparing and installing the FW-SP-ACA onto an FX (7) Remove the appropriate knockouts for the individual power application.
- Page 10 AC Wiring Compartment and to the battery lugs (12) Secure the surge protector’s wiring in the appropriate locations and replace the various plastic covers as per the wiring instructions on page 16. FW-SP-ACA slides down FX slots...
- Page 11 FW-SP-250 The FW-SP-250 is a two-piece combined FLEXware 250 top cover and FLEXware Surge Protector. It replaces an existing FLEXware 250 cover, attaching at the AC end of the FLEXware 250. Tools Required to Install: • Slotted screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver •...
- Page 12 Phillips screws. Route the FW-SP-250 wires through to the AC Wiring Compartment and to the battery lugs. (9) Secure the surge protector’s wiring in the appropriate locations and replace the various plastic covers as per the wiring instructions on page 16.
- Page 13 FW-SP-R (REPLACEMENT) for the FW-SP-ACA or the FW-ACA An FW-SP-R can replace a damaged surge protector in an FW-SP-ACA or FW-SP-250 or be installed in an FW-ACA when surge protection is desired. The FW-ACA includes a bracket for securing the FW-SP-R.
- Page 14 The locating pin on the FW-ACA bracket fi ts in this slot FW-SP-R LEDs Figures 12: FW-SP-R and FW-ACA Bracket (4) Pass the FW-SP-R wires through the FW- ACA Bracket opening, lining up the locating pin with the slot on the surge protector.
- Page 15 (5) With the FW-SP-R attached to the FW-ACA Bracket, hold the ends of the FW-SP-R wires and slide it and the bracket back inside the FW-ACA to its original location. NOTE: The FW-SP-R slides into a double slot at the bottom of the FW-ACA. The LEDs should be level with the top of the FW-ACA housing.
- Page 16 (5) The new FW-SP-R installs on these four standoff s on the inside of the FW-SP-250 cover; torque to 8-12 inch- pounds. (6) When the new surge protector board has been secured to the FW-SP-250 cover, reinstall the FW-SP-250 as shown on pages 10-11.
- Page 17 MATE, AUX, and BATTERY TEMP cables. • Install all AC and DC power cables fi rst followed by the surge protector wires in their appropriate locations; each wire is labeled on the shrink-wrapped ends near the DC ring terminals and the AC spade lugs •...
- Page 18 AC INPUT from a utility grid or generator will light the AC IN ACTIVE LED • Initially, if any ERROR LED lights, check all wiring and inspect the surge protector circuit board for damage. If no damage or wiring problems are found but the ERROR light stays lit, please contact OutBack Technical Services •...
- Page 19 Surge Protector Limited Warranty ™ OutBack Power Systems, Inc. (“OutBack”) provides a limited warranty (“Warranty”) against defects in materials and workmanship for its FLEXware Surge Protector Products (“Product”) if installed for use with OutBack FX Series Inverter/Chargers in fi xed location applications. The eff ective time period of this Warranty is determined by the length of the warranty for the FX series Inverter/Charger installed for use with the Product.
- Page 20 1. Proof-of-purchase in the form of a copy of the original Product purchase invoice or receipt confi rming the Product model number and serial number; 2. OutBack issued warranty certifi cate for the FX Series Inverter/Charger used with the Product; 3.
- Page 21 Telephone Number: ____________________________________E-mail: ________________________ ______ Product Model Number:____________________________Product Serial Number:______________________ Sold by:_________________________________________Purchase Date: ____________________________ The following questions refer to the FX Series Inverter/Charger on which the FLEXware Surge Protector is installed: FX Series Inverter/Charger Model Number:_____________________________________ _________________ FX Series Inverter/Charger Serial Number:______________________________________ _________________...
- Page 22 19009 62nd Avenue NE Arlington, WA USA (+1) 360-435-6030 www.outbackpower.com European Sales Offi ce Barcelona, España (+34) 600-843-845 900-0089-01-00 REV A...
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