Operating Limits For Inverter Operation - Xantrex Freedom SW Series Owner's Manual

Freedom Inverter/Charger Operation
button on the inverter/charger's front panel. See the Xanbus
System Control Panel Owner's Guide for information on
clearing faults from the SCP.
A warning alerts you to a condition that could possibly affect
operation of the unit.
IMPORTANT:
If you are having problems with any of your loads, refer to
"Inverter Applications" on page 86.
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Operating Limits for Inverter Operation

Temperature The Freedom SW series of inverter/chargers
will operate at rated power continuously at 30 °C with some
models capable of continuous operation at much higher
ambient temperature. However, the continuous power rating
at elevated ambient temperature may differ between models.
See "Specifications" on page 103 for full details. In higher
ambient temperatures, if the loads draw full power for an
extended period of time, the unit may shut down to protect
itself against overheating.
The Freedom SW series of inverter chargers feature a surge
rating of 200% of rated power for five seconds at 25 °C.
Operating the inverter/charger in conditions outside of power
and temperature limits, however, will result in thermal
shutdown and/or significantly decreased performance. In
addition, operation in this range is outside the ratings covered
by the regulatory approvals of the product.
Difficulty on starting loads The inverter/charger should be
able to operate all AC loads rated at or below its power rating.
Some high horsepower induction motors used in pumps and
other motor-operated equipment require very high surge
currents to start, and the inverter/charger may have difficulty
starting these loads.
If you have problems starting certain loads, ensure that:
• Battery connections are tight and clean.
Freedom SW Owner's Guide