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- Page 1 R FA R FA Owner’s Guide Freedom SW 3524-230 shown. Freedom SW 230V Model Numbers 815-3524-02 815-2524-02 Sine Wave Inverter/Chargers ™...
- 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. 975-0696-01-01 Date and Revision...
- Page 4 The Guide is intended for users and operators of the Freedom SW 230V Inverter/Charger. Related Information You can find more information about Xantrex-branded products and services at www.xantrex.com. NOTE: The Installation Guide (Document Part Number: 975-0697-01-01) is primarily intended for qualified installers who need to install and configure the Freedom SW 230V Inverter/Charger.
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Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT: R ’ EAD AND SAVE THIS WNER UIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This chapter contains important safety and installation instructions for the Freedom SW 230V Inverter/Charger (Freedom SW 230V). - Page 6 Safety Information 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 Precautions When Working With Batteries NOTES: Follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary markings on these BURN FROM HIGH SHORT-CIRCUIT CURRENT, FIRE products and on the engine.
- Page 8 If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap • For flooded non-sealed batteries, add distilled water in each cell until battery and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood it with running acid reaches the level specified by the battery manufacturer. This helps to cold water for at least twenty minutes and get medical attention purge excessive gas from cells.
- Page 9 LIMITATIONS ON USE For more information on disposal, contact Xantrex. Do not use in connection with life support systems or other medical equipment or devices.
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
Contents Important Safety Instructions ..................iii Introduction . - Page 12 Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP................18 Using the Xanbus SCP .
- Page 13 ACIn Settings ..................56 Generator Support .
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Page 15: Introduction
5/16”-18 nuts and washers for the DC terminals NOTE: If any of the items are missing, contact customer service or nuts and washers any authorized Xantrex dealer for replacement. See “About This Guide” on page ii. DC terminal covers... -
Page 16: Key Features
Introduction Key Features The Freedom SW 230V Inverter/Charger is a true sine wave • Power factor-corrected (PFC) input minimizes AC input inverter/charger that can be used for mobile, marine and commercial current required for charging, increasing AC pass-through applications. The Freedom SW 230V Inverter/Chargers are capacity. -
Page 17: Key Features Explained
Introduction Key Features Explained Built-in Charge Formulas For the unit to perform at the highest Load Management The Freedom SW 230V has a built-in level, the batteries must be charged correctly. The Freedom SW transfer relay that connects your inverter output or AC input from 230V has optimized algorithms for 24-volt flooded, gel, and AGM the utility grid or generator to your loads. -
Page 18: Parallel Stacking
Introduction Parallel Stacking If equalization is enabled on one or both units capable of equalization charging, only those units perform an equalize cycle Parallel stacking allows two inverter/chargers to operate in parallel after absorption. The other unit transitions to float (if three-stage thereby doubling the capacity in inverter mode. -
Page 19: Basic Protection Features
Introduction Basic Protection Features The Freedom SW 230V has the following protection features: The Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS) provides these protection features: • over temperature shutdown for critical components such as the transformer and the power board • battery over temperature charging protection preventing battery charging at 60 °C or higher •... -
Page 20: System Components
System Components Xanbus System The Freedom SW 230V uses Xanbus, a network communications protocol developed to communicate the Freedom SW 230V’s The Xanbus system includes the Freedom SW 230V and other settings and activity to other Xanbus-enabled devices. Xanbus-enabled devices. The Freedom SW 230V is the device in a NOTE: Xanbus is incompatible with other network communication Xanbus system that typically provides network power—500 mA at protocols such as TCP/IP found in many consumer electronic and... -
Page 21: Xanbus-Enabled Products And Accessories
Upgradable through new software releases. 3-ft cable 25-ft cable 75-ft cable For detailed instructions and a complete list of Xanbus-enabled Inverter drip shield devices, visit www.xantrex.com. 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) -
Page 22: Freedom Sw Inverter/Charger Mechanical Features
Freedom SW Inverter/Charger Mechanical Features Front Panel Compartment Controls and Side Status LEDs R FA R FA U LT A BL DC Terminal Side Cooling Fans and Ground Terminal Stud Freedom SW 3524-230 shown Figure 3 Freedom SW 230V Front and Side Panels Freedom SW 230V Owner’s Guide... -
Page 23: Freedom Sw 230V Front And Side Panels
Freedom SW Inverter/Charger Mechanical Features Freedom SW 230V Front and Side Panels Before you begin to operate the unit, review the front panel features Item Description shown in Figure 4 and described in the next table. A detailed view of the lights and buttons on the front panel is shown in Figure 5 and Front Panel contains the Xanbus interface ports for described in the table next to it. - Page 24 Freedom SW Inverter/Charger Mechanical Features Item Description DC terminals. AC wiring compartment access panel with compartment cover on. FAULT LED illuminates 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 illuminate solid indicating also that AC is passing through.
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Page 25: Freedom Sw 230V Ac And Dc Side Panels
Freedom SW Inverter/Charger Mechanical Features Freedom SW 230V AC and DC Side Panels The DC side of the Freedom SW 230V has the equipment ground Item Description lug, the positive (+) battery terminal, and the negative (-) battery Remote (REM) jack provides connection for the Freedom terminal plus the remote network com port and battery temperature Sine Wave remote panel. -
Page 26: Freedom Sw 230V Supplied Accessories
Freedom SW Inverter/Charger Mechanical Features Freedom SW 230V Supplied Accessories Item Description 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. -
Page 27: Freedom Inverter/Charger Operation
Freedom Inverter/Charger Operation Start Up Behavior When the Freedom SW 230V is powered up or has been reset, all of the front panel lights illuminate and remain on for a minimum of five seconds. During this interval, the fans are also turned on as the unit executes internal diagnostics. -
Page 28: Inverter Operation Using The Front Panel
Freedom Inverter/Charger Operation Inverter Operation Using the Front Panel Place a load on the inverter. For example, plug a 100-watt light IMPORTANT: bulb into an outlet that the inverter is powering. Press the Review the “Important Safety Instructions” on page iii INVERTER ENABLE button on the Freedom SW 230V. -
Page 29: Operating Limits For Inverter Operation
Freedom Inverter/Charger Operation Table 1 Front Panel Lights IMPORTANT: If you are having problems with any of your loads, refer to “Inverter Applications” on page 72. Light Illuminated Color Status Action (or Status Item) Operating Limits for Inverter Operation INVERTER Steady If utility and generator AC is You can run your appliances... -
Page 30: Operating Limits For Charger Operation
Freedom Inverter/Charger Operation Operating Limits for Charger Operation If you have problems starting certain loads, ensure that: • the battery connections are tight and clean. By default, the maximum charger output current is the rated charger • the DC cabling is no longer than the recommended length. output current for the particular model. - Page 31 Freedom Inverter/Charger Operation loads is 80% of the breaker rating (see “ACIn Breaker” on page 44) that the loads are connected to. The Freedom SW 230V senses pass-through current going to the AC load. The difference between the pass-through (load) and 80% of the ACIn Breaker setting is the current that is available for charging the batteries.
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Page 32: Operating The Freedom Sw With The Scp
Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP This section contains detailed information and procedures for using • Preserves all of its settings if system power is interrupted. After your Freedom SW 230V in conjunction with the SCP. power is restored, you don’t have to reconfigure the SCP or any of the Xanbus-enabled devices connected to it. -
Page 33: Using The Xanbus Scp
Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Using the Xanbus SCP As shown in Figure 8, the SCP has these important features: Enabling a function When a function is enabled, it is allowed to occur but other conditions may have to be met before the function is Display screen System information is shown on the display activated or turned on. - Page 34 Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Item Description Inverter On light illuminates when the Freedom SW 230V is inverting using battery power. Low Battery light illuminates when the battery voltage on the Freedom SW 230V is low. Fault light indicates a condition that requires user attention and intervention.
- Page 35 Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Item Description Down ( Up) arrow buttons: • Scrolls down (up) one line of text. • Decreases (increases) a selected value. When the Func button is pressed to select: • “Shr” - the down (and up) arrow buttons increment (decrement) shore power breaker capacity on a Freedom SW 230V inverter/charger.
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Page 36: Scp Navigation
Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP SCP Navigation Startup Screen Menu screen title. Every screen has one. This screen is shown when the Xanbus SCP first receives power arrow that points to the Enter menu from the Xanbus network. button. - Page 37 Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Select Device Screen As mentioned, this screen appears when the To display the Setup menu for a device: Enter button is pressed from the System Status screen. It lists all ◆ Highlight the device name on the Select Device menu screen Xanbus-enabled devices including options to select System Settings and press Enter.
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Page 38: Soft Key Navigation
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. - Page 39 Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP System Status System Status System Status Battery 24.2V -128A 29”C Battery 24.2V -128A 29”C Battery 24.2V -128A 29”C BatLev Invert BatLev Invert BatLev Invert Load 230V Load 230V Load 230V AC In AC In AC In menu EnInv...
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Page 40: Viewing The Firmware Revision Number
Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Viewing the Firmware Revision Number To view the F/W Rev. from the System Status screen: You may need to view the firmware revision number (F/W Rev.) of System Status Select Device the Freedom SW 230V when troubleshooting the unit with System Settings Battery 24.2V... -
Page 41: Setting The Time And Date
Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Setting the Time and Date Using the STBY/ON Fault Clear Button Freedom SW 230V advanced features such as time-stamped events The STBY/ON Fault Clear button has two functions. (faults, warnings, and logged historical data) require that the system The STBY/ON Fault Clear is used to clear active faults on the be set to the correct time. -
Page 42: Reading The System Status Screen
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” • Battery-related information (see Line 2) Line 2 Label: Battery Field 1: Battery voltage •... -
Page 43: Reading The Freedom Sw 230V Device Setup Screen
Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Reading the Freedom SW 230V Device Setup Screen The Freedom SW 230V Device Setup menu screen displays real- To view the Freedom SW 230V Setup menu screen: time operational data (status information) specific to the Freedom On the Select Device screen, press the down arrow button SW 230V. - Page 44 Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP FSW3524E 00: Setup Field 1 Select Device Mode Invert System Settings Battery 23.6V -44.0A N/A FSW3524E 00 Load 900W 230V XAGS 00 AC In 0A 0Hz Field 2 Field 3 Field 4 XSCP Line 1 FSW3524E 00: Setup Line 2...
- Page 45 Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Table 3 Device Setup Screen Status Information Line 3 Label: Battery Field 2: Total battery current. Negative value if the battery is discharging and positive value when charging. Field 3: Battery voltage Field 4: Battery temperature. Displays the highest temperature when reading multiple inverters that are installed.
- Page 46 Operating the Freedom SW with the SCP Table 4 Device Setup Screen Operating States (Modes) Table 4 Device Setup Screen Operating States (Modes) State (Mode) Displayed When... State (Mode) Displayed When... There is AC input from the generator, and the Freedom SW 230V is GenSup Mode supporting the generator by supplying additional power to the The Freedom SW 230V is supplying power to loads by inverting...
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Page 47: Configuring The Freedom Sw Using The Scp
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP This section contains information about all configurable settings and procedures for the Freedom SW 230V. It provides information on using the SCP to configure the Freedom SW 230V settings for optimal performance. Please refer to the Xanbus System Control Panel Owner’s Guide for detailed information on how to use the SCP. -
Page 48: System Menu Map
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP System Menu Map Power Up Figure 17 provides a map of how the SCP screens and menus are Startup Screen organized. The order of devices appearing on the SCP will vary, depending on the order in which they’ve been connected to the network. -
Page 49: Viewing The System Status Screen
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 The Select Device menu is where you can view a list of all the appearing on the System screen varies with the status of the Xanbus-enabled devices in your power system. -
Page 50: Selecting The Freedom Sw 230V From The Select Device Menu
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Selecting the Freedom SW 230V from the Select Device Menu To view the Freedom SW 230V Setup menu screen: ◆ Follow the procedures on page 29. Complete list Freedom SW Device Setup fields. FSW3524E 00: Setup FSW3524E 00: Setup Mode... -
Page 51: Changing Configurable Settings From The Device Setup Menu Screen
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Changing Configurable Settings From The Device Setup Menu Screen The Freedom SW 230V can only be configured using the Xanbus These configurable settings are: SCP. Follow the procedure in “To view the Freedom SW 230V •... - Page 52 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 FSW3524E 00: Setup FSW3524E 00: Setup to highlight the setting you want to change. Mode Invert Inverter...
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Page 53: Using Search Mode
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Using Search Mode Table 5 Configurable Settings Why use Search mode? Search mode allows the inverter to Item Description selectively power only items that draw more than a certain amount Enables or disables the inverter function of the Freedom SW. When Inverter of power, which can result in power savings. - Page 54 Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP When to set up Search mode The search mode feature is only NOTES: valuable if the inverter can spend a fair amount of time “sleeping” • Search mode, by function, cannot work with clocks and timers or each day.
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Page 55: Equalization Procedure
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Equalization Procedure IMPORTANT: In a system where more than one device is capable of equalizing batteries (such as multiple Freedom SW 230Vs), there is no To start equalizing the batteries, do one of the following: system-wide equalization command for all devices. -
Page 56: Changing Freedom Sw 230V Basic Settings
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Changing Freedom SW 230V Basic Settings Basic Settings menu The Freedom SW 230V configuration The Freedom SW 230V basic settings include menus for settings can be viewed in basic format (see “Selecting Basic configuring: Settings From the Device Setup Screen”... - Page 57 Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP An overview of the Freedom SW 230V menu structure is shown below. The SCP displays the Freedom SW 230V basic settings menu. FSW3524E 00: Setup Mode Invert Battery 23.6V -44.0A N/A Load 410W 230V AC In 0A 0Hz...
- Page 58 Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Table 6 Setting Defaults and Ranges Table 7 Basic Settings Item Description Model Freedom SW 230V Sets the system battery chemistry and type: Flooded, AGM, Gel, and Batt Type Item Default Custom. Selecting Custom displays the Custom Settings item, which Batt Type Flooded Flooded, Gel,...
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Page 59: Changing Freedom Sw 230V Advanced Settings
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Changing Freedom SW 230V Advanced Settings Advanced Settings menu The advanced settings option gives you access to the full range of Freedom SW 230V settings, including everything displayed on the basic menu. As a safeguard FIRE AND ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD against unintended advanced configuration, the Xanbus SCP The advanced settings are intended for qualified installation/service... - Page 60 Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP The Freedom SW 230V advanced settings include menus for To select the Advanced Settings menu screen: configuring: On the FSW3524E 00:Setup screen (Figure 25), press the Enter, Up arrow, Down arrow buttons simultaneously to make •...
- Page 61 Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP An overview of the Freedom SW 230V advanced settings menu structure is shown below and the next page. FSW3524E 00: Inv Settings FSW3524E 00: Cust Settings Low Batt Cut Out [22.0] Eqiz Support [Enabled] LBCO Delay [10sec]...
- Page 62 Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP FSW3524E 00: ACIn Settings ACIn Breaker [30A] FSW3524E 00: Adv Settings ACIn Lo Volt [95V] Inverter Settings ACIn Hi Volt [135V] Charger Settings ACIn Lo Freq [45Hz] AC Settings ACIn Hi Freq [55Hz] FSW3524E 00: Setup GEN Support Mode...
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Page 63: Inverter Settings Menu
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Inverter Settings Menu Table 9 Inverter Settings Description The Inverter Settings menu contains settings that control when Item Description the Freedom SW 230V starts and stops producing AC output. Low Battery Cut Out (LBCO) controls when the inverter stops Low Batt Cut Out producing AC output due to a low battery voltage condition. -
Page 64: Using The Low Battery Cut Out And Lbco Delay Settings
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Using the Low Battery Cut Out Table 9 Inverter Settings Description and LBCO Delay Settings Item Description The Low Batt Cut Out setting is the lowest battery voltage level Search Delay sets the time between search pulses. When searching for Search Delay loads, the Freedom SW 230V sends out search pulses to determine if a acceptable for use by the inverter. -
Page 65: Charger Settings Menu
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 Model Freedom SW 230V Freedom SW 230V to operate from your battery bank. Item Default Batt Type Flooded Flooded, Gel,... - Page 66 Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Table 11 Charger Settings Menu Description Table 11 Charger Settings Menu Description Item Description Item Description Selects the battery temperature charging compensation if a battery temperature Default Sets the system battery chemistry and type: Flooded, AGM, Gel, and Custom. Batt Type sensor is not installed.
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Page 67: Battery Charger Functions
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Battery Charger Functions When AC power is available, the Freedom SW 230V can operate as a 24-volt battery charger. Different battery types and chemistries require different charging voltage levels. Not charging batteries at the required levels can shorten battery life or damage the batteries. -
Page 68: Custom Battery Settings Menu
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Custom Battery Settings Menu Table 12 Setting Defaults and Ranges Model Freedom SW 230V Item Default EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Eqlz Support Enabled Enabled, To avoid damaging your batteries during charging or equalization, consult Disabled your battery manufacturer and associated documentation before setting a Eqlz Voltage 31.0V... - Page 69 Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Table 13 on page 55 describes the items on the Custom Battery Settings menu. Table 13 Custom Battery Settings Menu Description Item Description Enables or disables the ability to enter an equalization cycle. Refer to the Eqlz Support battery manufacturer’s specifications to determine whether equalization is recommended.
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Page 70: Acin Settings
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Table 14 Setting Defaults and Ranges ACIn Settings Model Freedom SW 230V The ACIn Settings menu configures the voltage and frequency Item Default limits for AC Input quantification range. These are the limits at which the Freedom SW 230V considers input voltage qualified—... -
Page 71: Generator Support
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Generator Support NOTE: Running and start-up (peak) currents are limited to the maximum current limits of the inverter. GEN Support is basically generator (and also shore power) support for the Freedom SW 230V that allows power to be automatically Table 16 GEN Support Menu Description and Values drawn from the batteries to assist an AC generator or shore power to Setting... -
Page 72: Stacking Configuration Menu
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Stacking Configuration Menu The Stacking menu configures the Freedom SW 230V to operate Table 17 Stacking Menu Description and Values as a part of a multi-unit installation. Item Description Default Range Allows the customizing of the FSW3524E in the Can be changed by Dev Name... -
Page 73: Setting The Device Name
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Setting the Device Name The Dev Name setting allows you to customize the name of the To customize the Freedom SW 230V name: Freedom SW 230V as it is displayed on other screens and menus. On the device setup menu, select Advanced Settings. -
Page 74: Setting The Device Number
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Setting the Device Number Setting the device number gives a Xanbus-enabled device a unique Use the up and down arrow buttons to adjust the two-digit identity when several devices of the same type are installed in the identifier number. -
Page 75: Cascading
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 System Status Select Device “Stacking Configuration Menu” on page 58). A stacked pair has one Battery 24.2V -64A 29”C... -
Page 76: Resetting The Freedom Sw 230V To Default Settings
Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP Resetting the Freedom SW 230V to Default Settings The Restore Defaults command returns the Freedom SW 230V to factory default settings. After using the Restore Defaults command, the Freedom SW 230V is no longer configured for the power system. -
Page 77: Battery Charging Reference
Battery Charging Reference This section describes the multistage charging algorithm (formula) of the Freedom SW 230V. RISK OF BATTERY DAMAGE Battery Types Since the Freedom SW 230V can only select one battery type setting for all batteries connected to its bank, do not mix battery types. All connected Freedom SW 230V charges 24-volt flooded (or wet) lead-acid, Gel, batteries should either be: Flooded (or wet) or Gel or AGM or Custom. - Page 78 Battery Charging Reference The three automatic stages are: • bulk • absorption • float See Figure 35 for a graph of the three-stage charging profile. There is a fourth stage, equalization, which is initialized manually as it is only performed occasionally and only on flooded (or wet) batteries.
- Page 79 Battery Charging Reference Bulk Stage NOTE: Bulk charge is the first stage in the charging process and provides When the charge cycle is interrupted, the charger will restart charging at the batteries with a controlled, constant current. Once the battery the beginning of the multi-stage algorithm.
- Page 80 Battery Charging Reference Table 19 Preset Absorption Voltage Settings NOTE: To make sure the charger does not remain in absorption for too long, adjust Absorb Time on the Charger Settings menu. The timer Battery Type Preset Absorption Voltage begins at the start of the absorption stage and terminates absorption Flooded 28.8 charging if the charge current does not decrease to below 2 per cent of...
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Page 81: Two-Stage Charging Process
Battery Charging Reference Two-Stage Charging Process NOTE: The battery voltage can increase above the float voltage when Two-stage (or no float) mode differs from an ordinary three-stage using an external charging device such as PV arrays, wind turbines, and micro-hydro generators. Be sure to include appropriate charge charge mode in that it does not continuously maintain the battery at management equipment with all external DC sources. - Page 82 Battery Charging Reference NOTE: When the charge cycle is interrupted, the charger will restart charging at the beginning of the multi-stage 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.
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Page 83: Equalize Charging
Battery Charging Reference Equalize Charging Many battery manufacturers recommend periodic equalize charging After absorption, the maximum charge DC current is set to 10% of to counter cell charge imbalance and capacity-robbing electrolyte battery capacity (for example, 44A for 440Ah). See Figure 37. This stratification. - Page 84 Battery Charging Reference Figure 37 Equalize Charging Freedom SW 230V Owner’s Guide...
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Page 85: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Guidelines ❐ This section will help you narrow down the source of any problem Is the Freedom SW 230V located in a clean, dry, adequately you may encounter. Please read the following troubleshooting steps: ventilated area? 1. Check for a warning or fault message on the Xanbus SCP or a ❐... -
Page 86: Inverter Applications
Troubleshooting Inverter Applications Problem Loads The Freedom SW 230V performs differently depending on the AC loads connected to it. If you are having problems with any of your loads, read this section. Very Small LoadsIf the power consumed by a device is less than the threshold of the search mode circuitry, and search mode is Resistive Loads enabled, the inverter will not run. -
Page 87: Fault Types
Troubleshooting Fault Types There are three types of fault messages: automatic faults, manual faults, and escalating automatic faults. Table 3 describes how they differ in their behavior and how you can respond to them when they appear on the SCP. Table 1 Fault Types And Behaviors Fault type Behavior... -
Page 88: Troubleshooting The Freedom Sw Via The Scp
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Freedom SW via the SCP Fault Types The Freedom SW 230V is designed with a number of protection features to provide efficient operation. If, however, you have any There are three types of fault messages: automatic faults, manual problems operating your inverter/charger read this troubleshooting faults, and escalating automatic faults. -
Page 89: Warning Types
Troubleshooting Warning Types To view a warning list: On the Select Device menu, highlight System and press Enter. There are two types of warnings: automatic and manual. When the On the System Settings menu, highlight View Warning List. Freedom SW 230V detects a warning condition, it displays a warning message on the SCP. - Page 90 Troubleshooting Table 4 provides a detailed description of the fault messages and solutions. If you are unable to resolve the problem after referring to this table, contact your dealer or Customer Service. Table 4 Fault Messages Fault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution Escalating Auto Fault.
- Page 91 Troubleshooting Table 4 Fault Messages Fault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution Automatic Battery temperature is over Stop charging if necessary. Battery Over 60 °C. Check cable connections. Temperature Poor battery compartment Check battery voltage/current and ventilation. temperature. If battery is not accepting charge, it may need to be replaced.
- Page 92 Troubleshooting Table 4 Fault Messages Fault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution Automatic Voltage at the DC input Check for the correct battery voltage at the DC Under Voltage terminals is below the Low inverter's DC input terminals. (Fault) Battery Cut Out (LBCO) Check for external DC loads on the setting for 10 seconds.
- Page 93 Troubleshooting Table 4 Fault Messages Fault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution FET1 Over Temperature Automatic Ambient temperature may Ensure adequate ventilation around the be too high. Freedom SW. Allow inverter to cool down and try restarting. Operating too large of a Remove excessive inverter loads.
- Page 94 Troubleshooting Table 4 Fault Messages Fault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution Manual Unit’s control board may Service is required. Invalid Interrupt be damaged. Automatic Temperature sensor is Service required. Power Board Temp damaged. unreadable. Escalating Auto Fault. Persistent excessive Avoid loads with long surge current.
- Page 95 Troubleshooting Table 4 Fault Messages Fault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution Automatic Temperature sensor is Service required. Transformer Temp damaged. unreadable Automatic When Parallel stacking—if Clear the primary fault on the unit that Other Unit Invert one of the units encounters caused this fault.
- Page 96 Troubleshooting Table 4 Fault Messages Fault Number Message Fault Type Cause Solution Dead Battery Detected Automatic When battery voltage is Recharge the battery with an external below the allowable charging device. charging voltage. If the error persists, then the battery may be defective.
- Page 97 Troubleshooting Table 5 provides a detailed description of the warning messages and solutions. If you are unable to resolve the problem after referring to this table, contact your dealer or Customer Service. Table 5 Warning Messages Fault Number Message Cause Solution Voltage at the DC input terminals is Check for the correct battery voltage at the inverter's DC input...
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Page 99: Specifications
Specifications NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Physical Specifications Freedom SW 2524-230 Freedom SW 3524-230 L × W × H 387×343×197 mm Net Weight 21.4 kg 27.2 kg Environmental Specifications Freedom SW 2524-230 Freedom SW 3524-230 Nominal Ambient temperature 25 °C 25 °C Invert mode:... - Page 100 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 101 Specifications NOTE: All charging specifications are at nominal conditions: ambient temperature of 25 °C, 230 VAC, 50 Hz input, unless otherwise specified. Charger Specifications Freedom SW 2524-230 Freedom SW 3524-230 Charging method Three-stage charge (Bulk, Absorption, Float) Two-stage charge (Bulk, Absorption) The default charging method is three-stage.
- Page 102 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...
- Page 104 Schneider Electric Solar Inverters USA Inc. +1 800 670 0707 +1 408 987 6030 www.xantrex.com 975-0696-01-01 Printed in China.
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