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- Page 1 R FA R FA Installation Guide Freedom SW 3524-230 shown. Freedom SW 230V Model Numbers 815-3524-02 Sine Wave Inverter/Chargers 815-2524-02 ™...
- Page 3 _________________________________ ACCURACY CANNOT BE GUARANTEED PPROVED CONTENT IS CONTAINED WITH THE NGLISH LANGUAGE VERSION WHICH IS POSTED AT WWW XANTREX To view, download, or print the latest revision, visit the website shown under Contact Document Part Number Information. 975-0697-01-01 Date and Revision...
- Page 4 About This Guide Purpose The purpose of this Installation Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for installing the Freedom SW 230V Inverter/Charger. Scope The Guide provides safety and installation guidelines as well as information on tools and wiring. It does not provide details about particular brands of batteries.
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Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
This chapter contains important safety and installation instructions for the Freedom SW 230V Inverter/Charger (Freedom SW 230V). Each time, before using the Freedom SW 230V, READ ALL instructions and WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not cautionary markings on or provided with the inverter/charger, the batteries, avoided, can result in death or serious injury. - Page 6 ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD FIRE AND BURN HAZARD • Do not expose the Freedom SW 230V to rain, snow, spray, or bilge • Do not cover or obstruct the air intake vent openings and/or install in water. This inverter/charger is designed for marine applications only a zero-clearance compartment.
- Page 7 If it is grounded positive, remove the positive terminal first. Make sure all This Freedom SW 230V is not intended for use by persons (including loads connected to the battery and all accessories are off to avoid children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of causing an arc.
- Page 8 • Never allow battery acid to drip on the inverter/charger when reading Precautions When Preparing to Charge gravity, or filling battery. • Never place the Freedom SW 230V Inverter/Charger unit directly above batteries; gases from a battery will corrode and damage the inverter/charger.
- Page 9 The Freedom SW 230V is designed with environmental awareness and The Freedom SW 230V Inverter/Charger is certified to appropriate sustainability in mind. At the end of its useful life, the Freedom SW 230V European (CE) and Australian (RCM) standards. For more information see can be decommissioned and disassembled.
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
Mounting Location of the Freedom SW 230V ........ - Page 12 Unpacking and Inspecting the Freedom SW 230V Inverter/Charger ....... . .
- Page 13 Mounting to the Side of the Battery Case ..............38 Step 6: Connecting to the Network .
- Page 14 Battery Cabling and Hook-up Configurations............... . .62 Battery Series Connection .
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Page 15: Introduction
Freedom SW 230V Inverter/Charger and the battery temperature sensor, wiring the inverter/charger to the AC and DC circuits, and connecting the inverter/charger to the Xanbus system. The Freedom SW 230V is a Xanbus-enabled device that typically powers the Xanbus system. This Installation Guide provides: •... -
Page 16: Materials List
Introduction Materials List The Freedom SW 230V ships with the following items: • one Freedom SW 230V unit • owner’s and installation guides • Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS) • DC terminal covers (one red, one black) with R FA two sets of #6-32 screws Installation and Owner’s Guides... -
Page 17: Installation Information
Installation Information Before You Begin the Installation Installation Codes Before beginning your installation: Applicable installation codes vary depending on the specific location and application of the installation. • Read the entire Installation Guide so you can plan the installation from beginning to end. •... -
Page 18: About The Xanbus System
12 volts DC. All of the Xanbus-enabled • Simple to operate and routine tasks are automated. devices, such as the Freedom SW 230V, the SCP, and the • Controlled by software that eliminates analog signalling AGS are able to communicate their settings and activity to errors. -
Page 19: Xanbus-Enabled Products And Accessories
About the Xanbus System Xanbus-enabled Products and Accessories 3-ft cable 25-ft cable 75-ft cable Inverter drip shield Xanbus-enabled Products (Shown above) Product Number/s Xanbus System Control Panel (SCP) 809-0921 Xanbus Automatic Generator Start (AGS) 809-0915 3-ft network cable (0.9 m) 809-0935 25-ft network cable (7.6 m) 809-0940... -
Page 20: Planning The Installation
Mounting Location of the Freedom SW 230V To choose an appropriate location for mounting the inverter/ charger, see “Step 1: Choosing a Location for the Inverter/ Charger”... -
Page 21: Planning Preparations
• AC Loads installing the network. This guide is available for • AC Disconnect and Over-Current Protection Device download at www.xantrex.com • Distribution Panels • AC Wiring DC components include: •... - Page 22 AC In after installation. AC Main Panel Isolator House Engine Battery Battery Inverter Non-Inverter Loads AC Panel Legend: Xanbus Network Generator Alternator Transfer Switch Low Voltage DC Utility Power Figure 3 Typical Recreational Vehicle Electrical System Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide...
- Page 23 NOTE: The DC grounding conductor may be one size smaller than the minimum size conductor required for the DC current carrying conductors providing the overcurrent protection device in the DC positive conductor is rated no greater than 135% of the ampacity of the DC grounding conductor and the conductor is no smaller than 2mm Figure 4 Wiring and Breakers Block Diagram for Freedom SW 230V 2524 / 3524 975-0697-01-01...
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Page 24: Ac Components
NOTE: Unless otherwise referenced specifically by product AC Loads name, the components refer to all models of Freedom SW The Freedom SW 230V is intended to power loads consisting inverter/chargers. of 230 volts/50 Hz AC appliances. In Invert mode, the Freedom SW 230V provides 230 volts/ AC Input 50 Hz AC to loads connected to Line out. - Page 25 AC Output Protection locations. Installation in recreational vehicles may require GFCI The breaker between the Freedom SW 230V AC output and protection of certain branch circuits. Consult all applicable the AC loads must be rated to protect the AC output wire size codes.
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Page 26: Distribution Panels
Therefore, the wiring used between the AC input circuit breaker and the inverter/charger input must be sized to match the input breaker rating. Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide... -
Page 27: Dc Components
Breaker Size Used 30 amps Wire Size 32 mm (minimum) The Freedom SW 230V system requires a 24-volt, lead-acid L: brown, black, or grey Color Coding deep-cycle battery or group of batteries to provide the DC N: blue current that the inverter/charger converts to AC power. The G: green with yellow stripe battery may be a flooded, gel, or AGM type. -
Page 28: Dc Cabling
Table 3 for required fuse size for the The DC circuit from the battery to the inverter/charger must Freedom SW 230V. Wire size is usually marked on the be equipped with a disconnect and overcurrent protection cables. -
Page 29: Dc Grounding
Planning Preparations DC Grounding Table 3 Recommended Fuse Sizes Recreational Vehicles The inverter/charger DC (chassis) Model Fuse Size (A) ground terminal needs to be connected to the vehicle chassis Freedom SW 2524-230 Freedom SW 3524-230 by a minimum 8 mm copper conductor that is either insulated (green with yellow stripe) wire rated 75 °C or bare Marine Applications... -
Page 30: Unpacking And Inspecting The Freedom Sw 230V Inverter/Charger
Service. See “Contact Information” on page i. Failure to follow these instructions can result in minor or moderate injury. 2. Record the serial number of the Freedom SW 230V and other purchase information for any future warranty issues. You will be asked for this product information if you need to call Customer Service. -
Page 31: Installation Tools And Materials
❐ Six M6 steel screws or bolts to mount the unit ❐ Inverter drip shield (PN: 808-9004) if mounting in marine installation NOTE: For a list of tools and materials required to install the network, refer to the Xanbus System Installation Guide, which is available for download at www.xantrex.com. 975-0697-01-01... -
Page 32: Installing The Inverter/Charger
Installing the Inverter/Charger Overview This section provides detailed information on installing the Freedom SW 230V. The overall procedure is divided into eight steps: Step 1: Choosing a Location for the Inverter/Charger on page 19, Step 2: Mounting the Inverter/Charger on page 21,... -
Page 33: Step 1: Choosing A Location For The Inverter/Charger
Installing the Inverter/Charger Step 1: Choosing a Location for the Inverter/Charger The inverter should only be installed in a location that meets the following requirements: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Ventilated Do not operate the inverter/charger in a closed-in This equipment contains components that could produce arcs or sparks. area or restrict ventilation in any way. - Page 34 If the batteries are sealed (no caps to add water), then the Freedom SW 230V can be mounted above the batteries if so desired (a position outlined in the manual).
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Page 35: Step 2: Mounting The Inverter/Charger
Considerations To mount the inverter/charger: 1. Remove the inverter/charger from its shipping container. Before mounting the Freedom SW 230V, take the following two factors into account. 2. Verify that all components are present. 1. The weight of the inverter/charger requires two people to 3. - Page 36 (PN: 808-9004) for The drip shield is installed on top of the marine installations. inverter with some clearance. See “Drip Shield Placement (Inverter Front Panel Facing Up)” on page 69. Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide...
- Page 37 Installing the Inverter/Charger Approved Mounting Orientation Orientation? Comment Wall Mount DC on Right A - Yes A - On a vertical surface with DC terminals facing right. B - Yes when used with an B - On a vertical surface with DC terminals inverter drip shield facing right with the front panel facing down.
- Page 38 Installing the Inverter/Charger Approved Mounting Orientation Orientation? Comment Wall Mount DC Up Not acceptable. This orientation does not meet regulatory requirements. Wall Mount DC Down Not acceptable. This orientation does not meet regulatory requirements. Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide...
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Page 39: Step 3: Connecting The Ac Input And Ac Output Wires
Installing the Inverter/Charger Step 3: Connecting the AC Input and AC Output Wires common neutral bus. It is highly recommended to use a separate inverter load panel to distribute power to inverter loads. All wiring to this panel must be through the inverter/ FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AND ENERGY HAZARDS charger and none to the main panel upstream of the inverter/ Make sure wiring being connected to the inverter/charger is de-energized... -
Page 40: Connecting Ac Input Wires
3. Remove one of the AC knockouts from the front or side of the unit. Do not leave the knockout inside the wiring compartment. 4. Install a strain-relief clamp in the AC knockout. 5. Run the AC wiring through the strain-relief clamp. Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide... -
Page 41: Connecting The Ac Output Wires
Installing the Inverter/Charger Connecting the AC Output Wires 6. Strip approximately 50 mm off the jacket from the AC cable and separate the wires. 7. Using a 6 mm blade slot screwdriver, loosen the terminal screws on the terminals. Do not remove the screws. EQUIPMENT DAMAGE 8. - Page 42 8. Secure the strain-relief clamp on the AC output cable jacket. 9. Attach the wiring compartment cover panel and tighten the four screws. 10. Connect the outgoing AC wires to an AC load panel equipped with circuit breakers. Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide...
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Page 43: Step 4: Connecting The Dc Cables
Installing the Inverter/Charger Step 4: Connecting the DC Cables DC Connection Precautions Preparing the Cables To prepare the DC cables: 1. Cut the negative and positive cables to the required length. Strip off enough insulation so you can install the ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD terminals you will be using. -
Page 44: Guidelines For Routing The Dc Cables
The exception is the DC fuse and Disconnect or the DC circuit breaker which is required at the battery to protect the DC wiring. Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide... -
Page 45: Connecting The Dc Cables To The Inverter/Charger
Installing the Inverter/Charger Connecting the DC Cables to the Inverter/Charger To connect the DC cables: 1. Route the DC cables from the battery bank to the inverter/ charger. Observe the “Guidelines for Routing the DC FIRE HAZARD Cables” on page 30. Use only appropriately sized copper cable. - Page 46 9. Use a wrench to tighten the bolt to a torque of 14.9–16.3 Nm at the inverter/charger end. 10. To protect the DC terminals, attach the DC terminal covers (Figure 8) to the inverter/charger, using the screws provided. Figure 7 DC Cable Connections Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide...
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Page 47: Dc Grounding
Installing the Inverter/Charger DC Grounding The Chassis Ground point on the inverter/charger is used to connect the chassis of the inverter/charger to your system’s DC grounding point, as required by regulations for some installations. Use copper wire that is either bare or provided with green/yellow insulation. - Page 48 Installing the Inverter/Charger rt e a rg u lt Chassis ground point Figure 9 DC Wiring and DC Grounding Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide...
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Page 49: Step 5: Connecting The Battery Temperature Sensor (Bts)
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE situations. Use only the Freedom SW 230V-compatible Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS). To order a spare BTS, call customer service and order part number 809-0946. Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or damage other equipment. -
Page 50: Mounting To The Negative Battery Terminal
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury. 1. Select the battery to be monitored. The BTS should be connected to the battery bank that is directly connected to the inverter/charger. Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide... - Page 51 Installing the Inverter/Charger 7. Check to ensure that the sensor and all wires are held firmly and cannot be moved. 8. Turn the battery switch on again (if you opened it in Step BTS port 9. Route the sensor cable to the inverter/charger and plug it into the blue BTS port, as shown in Figure 12.
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Page 52: Mounting To The Side Of The Battery Case
Battery Temp. jack, as shown in Figure 12. The BTS should be connected to the battery bank that is Secure the cable along its length. directly connected to the inverter/charger. 2. Select a side suitable for attaching the sensor. Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide... -
Page 53: Step 6: Connecting To The Network
In v le d Equipment damage may result from attempting to connect two different e r t In v systems. Do not attach the Freedom SW 230V On/Off switch to these in g S t a ports. e r fa... -
Page 54: Step 7: Performing Checks Prior To Initial Start-Up
❐ Battery voltage is within the proper range of 20–32 volts ❐ DC disconnect switch or breaker is turned off ❐ AC input and output breakers are turned off ❐ All connections are tight Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide... -
Page 55: Step 8: Testing Your Installation
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD XANBUS INTERFACE STACKING CLEAR FAULT INVERTER RESET ENABLE The Inverter Enable button on the Freedom SW 230V and the optional INVERTER ENABLED AC IN FAULT accessories do not disconnect DC or AC input power to the Freedom SW 230V. -
Page 56: Testing In Charge Mode And Ac Bypass Mode
INVERTER ENABLED LED status light illuminates. To verify that Freedom SW 230V correctly switches to 4. Connect the Freedom SW 230V to the test load by closing Bypass mode: the AC breaker that controls the circuit that the test load is 3. -
Page 57: Installation Complete
The preceding tests use a light test load (a light bulb) as a test case. If you encounter problems when using a load over 1000 watts (for example, a hair dryer or microwave), see the troubleshooting information in the Freedom SW 230V Sine Wave Inverter/Charger Owner’s Guide. 975-0697-01-01... -
Page 58: Stacking Features
In parallel stacking mode, only two Freedom SW 230V inverter/chargers of the same model can be parallel-stacked. For example, two Freedom SW 2524-230s can be stacked in parallel as both units each have a 24-volt rating and a power rating of up to 2500 watts. -
Page 59: Parallel Stacking
See “DC Connections for Stacked Inverters” on page 46. Do NOT connect a stacking cable to the STACKING port on the front panel of a Freedom SW 230V to configure two units for parallel stacking. The port is reserved for future use. XANBUS INTERFACE... -
Page 60: Dc Connections For Stacked Inverters
Use that same length and gauge wire for both inverter/ chargers. 5. Connect the battery temperature sensors (BTS), if needed. Earth/ Ground Figure 17 Connecting Battery Cables and DC Earth/Ground Wires Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide... -
Page 61: Neutral Wiring For Stacked Inverters
Stacking Features Neutral Wiring for Stacked Inverters Due to the neutral ground switching design of the Freedom SW Inverter/charger, it is mandatory that the AC INPUT and AC OUTPUT Neutrals be isolated from one another. In a stacked pair configuration, connect the two AC input neutrals together at the main distribution panel and the two AC output neutrals at an isolated neutral location in the inverter AC distribution panel. -
Page 62: Configuring System For Stacked Operation
The simplest system Power up order has no impact. Because there are now two includes a Xanbus SCP, the two Freedom SW 230V inverter/ Master units in the system, the SCP will display an F66 chargers to be stacked and two Xanbus terminators. -
Page 63: Search Mode Operation In Parallel Stacking
Stacking Features Search Mode Operation in Parallel Stacking FSW3524 00: Stacking Dev Name [00] Dev Number [01] When two inverter/chargers are stacked for parallel operation, [*Master] [Slave] [L2Master] Stack Mode [Master] [*SHORE1] [SHORE2 to 5] [GEN1 to 5] [None] search mode behavior on the Slave unit is modified and is AC In [SHORE1] Battery... -
Page 64: Wiring Schematic
(physically or by opening the breaker) from all electrical sources before handling. All wiring must be done in accordance with local and national electrical wiring codes. Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury. Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide... -
Page 65: Charger Settings In A Dual Freedom Sw Configuration
Freedom SW 230V models include a battery bank capacity (Batt Capacity) setting and a maximum charge Calculations rate (%) (Max Chg Rate) setting. - Page 66 (%) can be made for the entire battery bank. The Freedom SW 230V’s Max Chg Rate (%) setting defaults to 100 (adjustable from 0 to 100). So if the Freedom SW 3524-230 charger with a maximum possible 90A charger capacity is set to a Max Chg Rate of 100 (%) then its full 90A of current can be delivered into the battery bank.
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Page 67: Examples
Stacking Features Examples In this example, the actual output current is limited to 75% of 65A which is 48A. Therefore, the actual System Total BULK Example 1: System composed of two stacked Freedom SW output current comes out to just under 100A. 2524-230s. - Page 68 Flooded battery bank capacity (C) of 600Ah should not be 125A). charged beyond 25% of its capacity (150A). Therefore, when configuring the two stacked Freedom SW chargers, each charger may have a maximum charger output current of 75A Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide...
- Page 69 Stacking Features (that is, 600 x 25% x ) into the common battery bank as described in the Calculations section. Also, the System Total BULK output current is calculated as 150A (that is, 75A + 75A). To set the Max Chg Rate (%) setting in each Freedom SW 3524- 230: 1.
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Page 70: Inverter/Charger Physical Specifications
Inverter/Charger Physical Specifications For complete inverter/charger specifications, refer to the Freedom SW 230V Sine Wave Inverter/Charger Owner’s Guide. The physical specifications of the Freedom SW 230V are described in Table 4 below. Table 4 Freedom SW Physical Specifications Length 387 mm... -
Page 71: Battery Information
It is Freedom SW 230V. The batteries are the most important part represented by the product of the two —amps multiplied by of your system, so It is recommended that you purchase as hours. -
Page 72: Estimating Battery Requirements
400 watt-hours (Wh) and the inverter will consume demands on the battery. You may find that adding more amp- approximately 40 Ah from a 12-volt battery. hours (in the form of extra batteries or replacement with a bigger battery) solves the problem. Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide... - Page 73 Battery Information Table 5 Battery Sizing Example Daily watt-hours needed (A) Power Consumption (B) Operating Time per for this appliance Appliance (Watts) Day (Hours) (= A × B) TV & VCR 200 W 2 hours 400 Wh Small microwave oven 800 W 15 min = 1/4 hour 200 Wh...
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Page 74: Battery Banks
Make sure that the motor’s LRA rating is no more than 50 manufacturer. amps. The Freedom SW 230V may not be able to start a motor with a higher LRA, and the Freedom SW 230V It is not recommended to connect batteries of different types, will shut down if the attempt is made. - Page 75 Battery Information Table 6 Battery Sizing Worksheet Daily watt-hours needed (A) Power Consumption (B) Operating Time per for this appliance Appliance (Watts) Day (Hours) (= A × B) hours hours hours hours hours hours hours hours Total daily watt-hours of AC load ×...
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Page 76: Battery Cabling And Hook-Up Configurations
This requires additional cables, but reduces imbalances in the battery bank and can improve the overall performance. Consult your battery supplier for more information regarding the hook-up configuration required for your system. Figure 20 Batteries Connected in Series Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide... -
Page 77: Battery Series-Parallel Connections
Battery Cabling and Hook-up Configurations Battery Series-Parallel Connections As the name series-parallel implies, both the series and parallel configurations are used in combination. The result is an increase in both the voltage and the capacity of the total battery bank. This is common with all battery-inverter system voltages. -
Page 78: Specifications
80 A @ 60 °C Storage temperature range –55 to 75 °C –40 to 85 °C 95% RH, non-condensing Humidity: Operation/Storage Altitude (Operating) < 2,000 m Mounting deck mount, wall mount with fans and DC/AC sides facing sideward Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide... - Page 79 Specifications NOTE: All inverter specifications are at nominal conditions: 24 VDC unless otherwise specified. Inverter Specifications Freedom SW 2524-230 Freedom SW 3524-230 Output waveform sine wave sine wave Output power (continuous) 2500 W (up to 25 °C) 3400 W (up to 25 °C) Output power (5 seconds) 5000 W 6800 W...
- Page 80 230 VAC AC input voltage range 170–270 VAC 170–270 VAC Dead battery charge voltage > 12.0 VDC > 12.0 VDC AC input type Single input (up to 30A) Single input (up to 30A) Circuit breaker (resettable) Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide...
- Page 81 Specifications NOTE: All transfer specifications are at nominal conditions: ambient temperature of 25 °C, 230 VAC, 50 Hz input, unless otherwise specified. Transfer and General Specifications All Models Transfer time—utility to invert < 20 ms Minimum AC input voltage for transfer 170 VAC Maximum AC input voltage for transfer 270 VAC...
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Page 82: Inverter Drip Shield Installation
2. Locate an appropriate setting for the drip shield above the contact with the Freedom SW 230V. Freedom SW 230V making sure you cover the entire width of the unit. 3. Fasten the screws through the holes in the drip shield into SHOCK HAZARD the wall. - Page 83 Inverter Drip Shield Installation side view side view 10mm clearance required here. 90 mm 55 mm Figure 22 Drip Shield Placement (Desktop Mount) Figure 23 Drip Shield Placement (Inverter Front Panel Facing Up) 975-0697-01-01...
- Page 84 Inverter Drip Shield Installation side view 20 mm No clearance required here. Figure 24 Drip Shield Placement (Inverter Front Panel Facing Down) Freedom SW 230V Installation Guide...
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