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Xantrex Fleet Power FP 3000-12 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 FP 3000-12 Owner's Manual Xantrex Fleet Power 3000-12 Inverter/Charger...

  • Page 2: Safety Summary

    Fleet Power is a registered trademark of Xantrex International. Xantrex is a registered trademark of Xantrex International. Disclaimer UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING, XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC. (“XANTREX”) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction......4 Things You Should Know ... . . 5 Circuit Breaker Protection Thermostat Controlled Cooling Inverter Idle Circuit...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION This owner’s manual describes the Fleet Power 3000-12 Inverter/Charger from Xantrex Technology Inc. This unit performs three distinct functions: 1. DC to AC power inverting. 2. Automatic transfer switching between inverter power and incoming AC power. 3. Automatic three-stage battery charging plus manual battery equalizing.

  • Page 5: Things You Should Know

    THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW Circuit Breaker Protection The FP3000-12 is supplemental breaker protected. The INVERT/CHARGE breaker on the front of the unit protects against sustained inverter/ charger over-current conditions. These breakers are reset by pushing the button back in. The output circuit breakers protect the output AC circuits.

  • Page 6: Temperature Sensitive Charging

    THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW Temperature Sensitive Charging (TSC) When the supplied battery temperature sensor is connected to the unit and the batteries, the charge voltage is controlled based on battery temperature. The charger adjusts the charge voltage to the best level, minimizing water loss in wet cell batteries.

  • Page 7: Invert Mode

    The FP3000-12 provides 120 volt AC power from auxiliary DC batteries, automatic battery charging and automatic AC transfer switching between an external AC source and inverter mode. External AC Power When external AC power is available, the three-stage battery charger, transfer switching, and Power Sharing automatically function.

  • Page 8: Status Leds

    OPERATION STATUS LEDs Each Status LED performs two functions, providing battery type selection and operation status. Status LEDs INVERT CHARGE REMOTE OVERTEMP OVERLOAD / AGM LOW BATTERY / GEL 2 CHARGE / GEL1 INVERT / WET Battery Type Selection After holding the INVERT button down for five seconds, use the CHARGE button to select battery type : WET GEL 1...
  • Page 9 • When the LED is blinking slowly (once per second), an over-current condition or a short circuit has occured. The system has shut OFF and will not automatically restart. Correct the fault condition and manually restart the system. LOW BATTERY & OVERTEMP/OVERLOAD - Red LEDs •...

  • Page 10: Optional Remote Control Panel

    OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL PANEL Remote Control Panel An optional remote control panel is available. The LED bar graphs on the remote control panel show battery voltage and DC current in both inverter and charger modes. Easy-to-see red, yellow and green LEDs show the battery state-of-charge.

  • Page 11: Batteries

    BATTERY TYPES Use only deep-cycle batteries with your FP3000-12. These fall into three broad categories: wet cell, gel cell and Advanced AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries. Wet Cell Batteries True deep-cycle wet cell batteries are characterized by relatively thick internal plates that are alloyed with antimony.

  • Page 12: Battery Interconnection

    BATTERIES All batteries can be maintenance free, but not all of them are deep-cycling batteries. Beware of batteries that are described as maintenance free only. These batteries have calcium alloyed with the lead and hold the liquid electrolyte in a sponge-like material. They are sealed and water cannot be added.

  • Page 13: Battery Bank Ratings And Sizing

    Parallel Connecting two batteries in parallel will double the amp-hour rating of the battery bank, while the voltage will be the same as each individual battery. For example, two 12-volt 105 amp-hour batteries in parallel will produce one 12-volt 210 amp-hour battery bank. Parallel Parallel Increase Amp-hour Capacity EACH BATTERY...
  • Page 14 BATTERIES To achieve 50% cycling you should calculate your amp-hour consumption between charging cycles and use a battery bank with twice that capacity**. Each AC appliance or tool has a rating plate on it and will be rated in either AC amps or watts or AC VA (volt-amps) apparent power.

  • Page 15: Battery Charging

    Battery Charging Completely charging wet cell deep-cycle bat- teries requires the battery voltage to be raised beyond what is known as the gassing point. This is the voltage at which the battery begins to bubble and gas is given off. If charging stops short of this point, sulfate is left on the plates and deterioration of the battery begins.
  • Page 16 BATTERY CHARGING NOTE: The FP3000-12 is ON whenever AC power is connected to the charger input. The charger can be turned OFF using the CHARGE switch on the front of the unit. This sequence will occur each time external AC power is available.
  • Page 17 Gel cell and Advanced AGM batteries can accept a higher rate of charge. Consult the manufacturer for specifications. Stage 2 - Acceptance Charge The acceptance stage immediately follows the bulk charge stage. During this stage the battery voltage is held constant at the bulk charge voltage limit and the current gradually ramps down.
  • Page 18 BATTERY CHARGING The equalizing charge is a timed, eight-hour cycle. The cycle can be ended early by inter- rupting the AC power to the charger at any time during the cycle. Equalizing should only be engaged after the batteries have been fully charged by a normal battery charging cycle.
  • Page 19 WARNINGS 1. Do not equalize gel cell batteries. Check remote default settings. 2. Always monitor the equalize charge cycle. Provide proper ventilation for battery fumes. Do not allow any sparks during equalizing. If one or more cells begin to overflow, terminate the equalize cycle. 3.

  • Page 20: Fleet Power Battery Chargers

    BATTERY CHARGER VOLTAGE SETTINGS l l e F ° ° * There are two gel battery settings. Check with the battery manufacturer to determine the proper setting for your batteries. Usually, Gel 1 is for long battery life; Gel 2 is for rapid charging. **Default setting when the temperature sensor is not connected.

  • Page 21: Installation Precautions

    INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS CAUTION This equipment is not ignition protected and employs components that can produce arcs or sparks. To reduce the risk of fire or explosions, do not install in unvented compartments containing batteries or flammable gasses or areas in which ignition-protected equipment is required.

  • Page 22: Installation

    INSTALLATION CAUTION Risk of electrical shock. Do not remove cover, no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. The FP3000-12 is appropriate for installation in recreational vehicles (RVs), work vehicles, and other applications. It is recommended that installation be com- pleted by an authorized Xantrex technical dealer or experienced electrician.
  • Page 23 9. Do not backfeed the AC output of the in- verter with incoming AC power. A backfeed occurs when AC power from shorepower or generator is connected to the output of the in- verter. This will damage the inverter and void the warranty.

  • Page 24: Grounding

    INSTALLATION Grounding For safety purposes, the chassis of the inverter charger must be connected to your AC ground system. Use 8 AWG bare copper or green insulated wire, strip one end and use a screw- driver to secure it to the chassis ground bonding lug on the side of the unit.

  • Page 25: Ac Wiring

    AC Wiring The AC wires route through the strain relief mounted in holes on the front of the unit. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws which secure the AC wiring compartment cover plate. The labeling for the pigtails is on the front of the unit and is visible when the cover plate is removed.

  • Page 26: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters

    INSTALLATION Ground Fault Circult Interrupters To conform to NEC regulations, certain branch circuits must be equipped with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI). Please consult the code or a qualified electrician for details. Any such branch circuits must be protected by a brand rated circuit breaker consistent with the GFCI rating.
  • Page 27 • Remove the positive (+) battery cable terminal cover from the unit and attach the battery cable. Tighten the battery terminal bolts to a torque value between 160 inch-pounds and 180 inch-pounds. Replace the cover for the positive terminal. The negative (-) cable should be connected directly to the negative post of the house or auxiliary battery bank or the ground side of a current shunt.

  • Page 28: Battery Cable Fusing

    INSTALLATION Battery Cable Fusing A fuse is required by the NEC to protect the battery and cables. A UL Listed DC rated slow blow fuse must be installed in the positive (+) battery cable, within 18 inches of the battery. Recommended Fuse: UL Listed Class T JLLN with a DC Rating.
  • Page 29 Follow these instructions to ensure proper startup and confirm that the installation is correct. 1. Check to make sure Invert and Charge are OFF. The INVERT LED should not be illuminated, the CHARGE LED should be blinking (charger ready but no external AC power available).
  • Page 30 INSTALLATION • Testing for backfeed. If a backfeed condition is indicated, disconnect from shorepower and disconnect the AC output wires on the inverter. Make sure the inverter is OFF. Apply shorepower and measure for volt- age between the black and white wires that were attached to the inverter output feeding the electrical panel or loads, not the inverter output wires.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING LED STATUS d i l d i l d i l d i l d i l d i l a t l < d i l < a l i . e l , l a y l l .
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  • Page 33: Glossary

    Alternating Current (AC) An electric current that reverses direction at regular intervals. Sources of alternating current are shorepower, generator power, inverter power or household current. Ampere (amp, A) The unit of measure of electron flow rate of current through a circuit. Amp hour (Amp-Hr., Ah) A unit of measure for a battery’s electrical storage capacity, obtained by multiplying the current in amperes by the...
  • Page 34 GLOSSARY GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) A protective device that rapidly de-energizes a circuit when current to ground exceeds a predetermined value. Ground The reference potential of a circuit. In automotive use, the result of attaching one battery cable to the body or frame which is used as a path for completing a circuit in lieu of a direct wire from a component.

  • Page 35: Specifications

    Fleet Power 3000-12 Nominal Battery Charge Battery Voltage Range Low Battery Cutout AC Input Voltage Range Frequency Regulation Inverter Output Power (Continuous) Inverter Voltage Regulation Wave Shape Surge Power No Load Current Drain (Idle Mode) Power Factors Allowed Full Load Efficiency Peak Efficiency Protection Charging Rate...
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  • Page 37: Installation Diagrams

    Installation examples for the FP3000-12 The following installation examples are the most commonly used applications involving specific shorepower connections, generator power options, and AC load configurations. Shorepower configurations: Systems with one 30 amp single-phase shorepower source with optional generator. Systems with two 30-amp shorepower sources with optional generator. Systems with a 50-amp 120-volt single-phase (three wire) shorepower source with optional generator.

  • Page 38: Installation Options

    INSTALLATION OPTIONS Installation Option #1 The inverter is used in a Single Input/Single Output mode. Up to 30 amps is transferred through the FP3000-12 with the charger sharing power with all of the AC loads. In this installation example, a single 30-amp shorepower source is available and all AC loads are supplied power through the inverter in charge/transfer mode, or by the inverter in invert mode.
  • Page 39 FP3000-12 Installation Option 1 12 VDC Battery Bank Class T Fuse AC Output AC Input FP3000-12 Inverter AC Sub Panel Single Input/ Single Output Inverter 30 Amp Transfer Switch Power Shares with Charger. Loads ** Always consult Local and National Neutral Bus Electrical Codes for proper wire size prior to installation.
  • Page 40 INSTALLATION OPTIONS Installation Option #2 The AC loads are split between main loads and “inverter loads.” The external sources of AC power can be a single 30-amp shorepower source or a 30-amp breaker from a panel fed by a 50-amp 120 volt single phase (three wire) shorepower source, 1 leg of a 50-amp 120/240 split phase (four wire) shorepower source, or a generator.
  • Page 41 FP3000-12 Installation Option 2 12 VDC Battery Bank Class T Fuse AC Output AC Input FP3000-12 Inverter AC Sub Panel Single Input/ Single Output 30 Amp Transfer Switch Power Inverter Shares with Charger. Loads **Always consult Local and National Electrical Codes for proper wire size Neutral Bus prior to installation.
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  • Page 43: Warranty

    What does this warranty cover? This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology, Inc. (“Xantrex”) and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your Xantrex Fleet Power 3000- 12 Inverter/Charger. This warranty lasts for a Warranty Period of one year from the date of purchase at point of sale to you, the original end user customer.
  • Page 44 WARRANTY What does this warranty not cover? This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal, installation, or troubleshooting of the customer’s electrical systems. This warranty does not apply to and Xantrex will not be responsible for any defect in or damage to: a) the product if it has been misused, neglected, improperly installed, physically damaged or altered, either internally or externally, or damaged from improper use or use in an...

  • Page 45: Return Material Authorization Policy

    2. Include the following: • The RMA number supplied by Xantrex Technology Inc clearly marked on the outside of the box. • A return address where the unit can be shipped. Post office boxes are not acceptable.
  • Page 46 WARRANTY If you are returning a product from outside of the USA or Canada In addition to the above, you MUST include return freight funds and are fully responsible for all documents, duties, tariffs, and deposits. If you are returning a product to a Xantrex Authorized Service Center (ASC) A Xantrex return material authorization (RMA) number is not required.
  • Page 48 Xantrex Technology Inc. Toll free 1 800 670 0707 Direct 1 604 422 2777 Fax 1 604 420 2145 CustomerService@xantrex.com www.xantrex.com 445-0206-01-01 Printed in the USA...

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