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Owner’s Guide Product image shown may vary from actual product. See features for comparisons. Freedom Xi Inverter Model Product Number 807-1000 807-2000...
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Purchased From _________________________________ Date and Revision Purchase Date _________________________________ September 2015 Rev A Product Numbers To view, download, or print the latest revision, visit the website shown under Contact Information. 807-1000 (Freedom Xi 1000 120VAC) 807-2000 (Freedom Xi 2000 120VAC) 975-0754-01-01...
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Inverter see the Freedom Xi Sine Wave Inverter Installation Guide (Doc. Part Number: 975-0753-01-01). Related Information Scope You can find more information about Xantrex products and services at The Guide provides safety and operating guidelines as well as information www.xantrex.com. on configuring the Inverter. It also provides information about troubleshooting the unit.
Important Safety Instructions DANGER IMPORTANT: R ’ EAD AND SAVE THIS WNER UIDE DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not FOR FUTURE REFERENCE avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This guide contains important safety instructions for the Freedom Xi Sine WARNING Wave Inverter that must be followed during operation and troubleshooting.
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Safety Information Before using the Inverter, read all instructions and cautionary Do not expose this unit to rain, snow, or liquids of any type. This markings on the unit, the batteries, and all appropriate sections of product is designed for indoor use only. Damp environments will this manual.
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DANGER WARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD • Apply appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow • Unit’s components may produce arcs or sparks. safe electrical work practices. See NFPA 70E or CSA Z462. •...
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NOTES: CAUTION Follow these instructions and those published by the battery ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARD manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use • Do not open. No serviceable parts inside. Provided with integral in the vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary markings on these protection against overloads.
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Precautions When Working With Batteries Use extra caution to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool on the battery. It could spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical parts and could cause an explosion. Battery work and maintenance must be done by qualified Important: personnel knowledgeable about batteries to ensure compliance with battery Batteries can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring...
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Precautions When Placing the Inverter Regulatory The Freedom Xi Sine Wave Inverter is certified to appropriate US and WARNING Canadian standards. For more information see “Regulatory Approvals” on page 32. FIRE HAZARD The Freedom Xi Sine Wave Inverter is intended to be used for mobile or Do not install the inverter or any part of its supplied wiring in engine commercial applications.
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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.
• one display panel mounting bezel (not shown) • one set of lock washers and nuts (not shown) NOTE: If any of the items are missing, contact Xantrex or any authorized Xantrex dealer for replacement. See “Contact AC compartment communications...
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If so, the Freedom Xi automatically shuts down when the maximum operating limit is exceeded. a.Freedom Xi 1000 120VAC (PN: 807-1000) c.Assuming the inverter is connected to a battery source with an adequate charge at b.,Freedom Xi 2000 120VAC (PN: 807-2000) the time of the power interruption.
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Introduction Over temperature Alarm and Shutdown During inverter mode, Inverter Power Save The Freedom Xi has the ability to the Freedom Xi automatically alerts you if it is overheating and automatically turn off after 25 hours of continued operation of loads approaching the over-temperature shutdown limit.
Your Setting Alarm* ON ( Low Voltage Shutdown* Freedom Xi 1000 120VAC Invert Mode* Inverter Ignition Feature Description Control Display panel displays inverter status and battery status information on the * adjustable from the display panel screen. The panel can be detached to extend and mount the panel on a wall or other location.
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Features Rear Panel (All Models) Display Panel (All Models) Freedom Xi 1000 shown Feature Description Feature Description Inverter Power button is the main unit switch that turns the Freedom Xi’s Negative DC cabling terminal connects to the negative terminal of the inverter mode ON or OFF.
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Features Side Panel Feature Description 20 A supplementary protector (PN: 807-2000) provides overload protection for the GFCI receptacles. In a hard wired installation, the supplementary protector does not protect output wiring. 15 A supplementary protector (PN: 807-1000) provides overload protection for the GFCI receptacles. In a hard wired installation, the supplementary protector does not protect output wiring.
Freedom Inverter Configuration Viewing Inverter Information The LED screen displays Inverter information as well as feature settings in coordination with the LED lights underneath the screen. ◆ Press the Select button to toggle between the following basic information: Info and Setting LED Screen Info and Settings LED ....
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Freedom Inverter Configuration Adjusting Feature Settings The Power and Select buttons can be used to: Setting LED Screen • change the inverter mode setting • disable or enable the audible alarm Inverter Mode Setting • change the shutdown setting Alarm Setting ...
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Freedom Inverter Configuration Continue pressing the Select button to cycle through the three To adjust the alarm setting: settings – “”, “”, and “” until you reach the desired By default the alarm is set to ON (“”).. setting. Press and hold the Inverter Power button for five seconds. Press and hold the Select button for five seconds to make the setting permanent.
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Freedom Inverter Configuration To adjust the low battery shutdown setting: To return all feature settings to factory default settings: By default the low battery shutdown voltage setting is set to Press and hold the Inverter Power button for five seconds. Low (“”).
Freedom Inverter Operation Display Panel Operation Feature Description The Freedom Xi features a display panel with three-digit LED Three-digit LED display screen shows status information and detected fault codes. Upon startup, the screen shows the display to show inverter, AC source, and battery status information. display board (.) and main board (.) firmware versions.
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Freedom Inverter Operation Feature Description Select button • During inverter operation, press the button to choose what appears in the three-digit LED display: Battery Voltage, Battery Current, or Output Power. See “To change the inverter mode setting:” on page 8. ...
Operating in Shore Power Mode The Freedom Xi operates in shore power mode when an AC source (a generator or utility power) is present at the AC input terminals. When the AC source is within operating range, the Freedom Xi unit bypasses inverter mode and powers the appliances connected to the unit.
Operating in Inverter Mode The Freedom Xi is in inverter operation (operating in inverter mode) when all the following conditions exist: WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD • inverter power button is ON Turning the Inverter mode setting to OFF and/or turning the Inverter Power button off does not disconnect DC battery power from the Freedom Xi.
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Operating in Inverter Mode Status LED During Inverter Operation Table 2 Status LED during Inverter Operation The following summarizes the behavior of the Status LED during Status Display Inverter operation. Screen Condition Solid RED through Fault condition detected and AC output Table 2 Status LED during Inverter Operation ...
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Operating in Inverter Mode Checking Battery Status Turning the Audible Alarm ON or OFF During inverter operation, you can check the battery status by The Freedom Xi’s audible alarm can be turned ON or OFF. See “To pressing the Select button until the Battery Voltage LED (or Battery adjust the alarm setting:”...
Operating During Transition Between Shore Power and Inverter Mode Transitioning from Shore Power to Inverter The Freedom Xi’s advanced power management is capable of transitioning power from an AC source to DC source within a Mode fraction of a second and vice-versa. When the unit is operating in shore power mode and shore power is The Freedom Xi automatically detects when shore power is present lost, the Freedom Xi has less than 40 milliseconds to switch to...
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Operating During Transition Between Shore Power and Inverter Mode Operating Limits Power Output Input Voltage The Freedom Xi can deliver up to 1000 watts or 2000 watts of The allowable Freedom Xi input battery voltage ranges are shown continuous utility grade sine wave AC power. The wattage rating in the following table: applies to resistive loads such as incandescent lights.
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Overload Shutdown When the Freedom Xi’s AC load increases to near ~1100 W (for Freedom Xi 1000 models) and ~2100 W (for Freedom Xi 2000 models), the audible alarm beeps every second and the display screen shows a fault code . The Status LED...
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Operating During Transition Between Shore Power and Inverter Mode Routine Maintenance Freedom Xi Unit Minimal maintenance is required to keep your Freedom Xi operating properly. Periodically you should: • Clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth to prevent the accumulation of dust and dirt.
25 °C, you will have to reduce power draw according to the watts Freedom XI 2000 following chart to avoid over-temperature shutdown. 2000 1900 watts @12.5 volts 1800 watts 1800 watts Freedom XI 1000 1600 30°C @12.5 volts 1500 watts 1000 1400 900 watts 1200 1000 °C...
Troubleshooting • Any known unusual AC shore power factors such as low WARNING voltage, unstable generator output, etc. • Whether any extreme ambient conditions existed at the ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD time (temperature, vibrations, moisture, etc.) Do not disassemble the Freedom Xi. It does not contain any user- If your Freedom Xi is not displaying an error code, check the serviceable parts.
Warning Messages Warning messages in the form of audible alarms and error codes The error codes are listed in Table 3 below. The text in the Error that appear on the display panel screen to alert you to an impending Code column appears on the display screen of the display panel.
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Warning Messages Table 3 Error Codes Displayed on the Display Panel Screen Error Code Condition Mode Action Low battery voltage detected Inverting • Check battery status and recharge if necessary. depending on setting, see • Check for proper DC cable sizing. “Operating Limits”...
Troubleshooting Reference WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Do not disassemble the Freedom Xi. It does not contain any user- serviceable parts. Attempting to service the unit yourself could result in an electrical shock or burn. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury. Table 4 Troubleshooting Reference Problem Possible Cause...
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Troubleshooting Reference Table 4 Troubleshooting Reference Problem Possible Cause Solution No output voltage. The status LED is red. AC shore power is not available or out of operating range and the inverter has shut down with the display screen showing one of the following error codes: •...
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Troubleshooting Reference Table 4 Troubleshooting Reference Problem Possible Cause Solution No output voltage. The Status LED is green GFCI has tripped or supplementary Check load and reset the GFCI or supplementary breaker. or yellow. breaker has tripped. Circuit breaker on the AC load panel or Reset the circuit breaker or check the AC output disconnect AC output disconnect has tripped.
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Troubleshooting Reference Table 4 Troubleshooting Reference Problem Possible Cause Solution No output voltage. The status LED is not The jumper wire on the power module Ensure the jumper wire is installed if the ignition control feature lighting up. panel connecting the “Ignition Control” is not in use.
Inverter Applications Motor Loads The Freedom Xi performs differently depending on the AC loads connected to it. If you are having problems with any of your loads, read this section. Induction motors (that is, motors without brushes) require two to six times their running current on start up.
Specifications NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Physical Specifications Freedom Xi 1000 Freedom Xi 2000 L × W × H 19.2” (487mm) × 9.4” (240mm)× 4.7” (120mm) 19.2” (487mm) × 9.4” (240mm)× 4.7” (120mm) Net Weight 11 lbs (5 kg) 14.4 lbs (6.5 kg)
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Specifications DC Input Freedom Xi 1000 Freedom Xi 2000 Operating voltage range for all models 10.5–16.5 VDC (low limit) 10.5–16.5 VDC (low limit) 11.8–16.5 VDC (mid limit) 11.8–16.5 VDC (mid limit) 12.1–16.5 VDC (high limit) 12.1–16.5 VDC (high limit) Safe non-operating voltage range 0–24 VDC...
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