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Summary of Contents for Outback Power Systems FLEXware 1000
- Page 1 1000 User’s Guide Includes Mounting, Installation, and Product Registration...
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Page 2: Notice Of Copyright
OutBack Power Systems FLEXware is a system of modular aluminum mounting hardware and installation components designed for convenient system installation and integration. About OutBack Power Systems OutBack Power Systems is a leader in advanced energy conversion technology. Our products include true sine wave inverter/chargers, a maximum power point charge controller, system communication components, as well as breaker panels, breakers, accessories, and assembled systems. - Page 3 Requirements and Warnings The OutBack FLEXware 1000 enclosures (FW1000-AC and FW1000-DC) are listed by ETL as an indoor enclosure to UL standard UL 508A Industrial Control Panels. This enclosure is intended for battery circuits configured for 12 to 48 volts nominal.
- Page 4 • FLEXware 1000 accommodates up to four FXs and four MX Charge Controllers Please Note: Both the FLEXware 500 and the FLEXware 1000 power systems provide locations for FW-X240 Auto-Transformers, multiple DC shunts and other essential components required in...
- Page 5 Getting to Know FLEXware 1000 MX60s FX (with DCC) FW1000-AC IOB Kit DC Breakers AC Breakers Wiring Raceway FW-X240 Breaker PV+ and Bat+ breakers FW-MP FW1000-DC Figure 1: FLEXware 1000 System...
- Page 6 Knockouts and Dimensions Figure 2: Front View Side View...
- Page 7 A complete FLEXware 1000 System consists of the following in addition to the FW1000-AC and FW1000-DC: • two FLEXware Mounting Plates (FW-MP) • FLEXware Wiring Raceway (included with AC chassis) • four FX Series Inverter/Chargers • AC Conduit Adapter (ACA) and a DC Conduit Adapter (DCA), which connect each FX to the FW1000-AC and FW1000-DC •...
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Page 8: Installation Tips
• It is also easier if all conduit knockouts are removed before mounting the enclosures. Mounting and Installation FLEXware 1000 is designed for mounting on the FLEXware Mounting Plate (FW-MP). Although the components can be secured to other surfaces, the FW-MP is an engineered platform designed for the FLEXware 1000 installation. - Page 9 Hanging Straps Figure 4: Two mounting plates installed Note: Check that both FW-MPs are level as per the FLEXware Mounting Plate Installation Manual. If space is restricted, the FW-MPs can be installed vertically. With the Mounting Plate and the hanging screws (for the FX Series Inverter/Chargers) installed, install the FXs.
- Page 10 Figure 5: Four FXs installed on FW-MPs Note: The hanging straps are now removed.
- Page 11 Installation of the AC Chassis and DC Chassis After the FXs are installed, mount the AC chassis and the DC chassis in either order. Figure 6: It is easier to remove the appropriate side knockouts from both the AC and DC chassis before installing either of them.
- Page 12 When installing the AC chassis and the DC chassis: • Either chassis can be installed first, the order is not important. • Only loosely install the eight screws securing each chassis. The screws will be tightened later. To install the chassis: •...
- Page 13 Figure 8: AC and DC Chassis mounted With each chassis loosely mounted, the AC Conduit Adapter (ACA) and DC Conduit Adapter (DCA) are installed on the FX. • Remove the clear plastic AC cover and AC Conduit Plate from each FX. DC Wiring Cover (DCC) Clear plastic AC cover...
- Page 14 • Line up either the ACA or DCA (conduit adapters) on its respective side of an FX, starting at the top. • To attach a DCA, line up its two screw holes with the upper and lower right DCC screw holes. •...
- Page 15 Plastic bushing, DC side Figure 11: DCA bushing Note: The DCA will be held firmly in place when the DCC (FX cover) is secured at the end of the installation. To install an ACA: • Follow the separate ACA instructions for mounting to the FX. •...
- Page 16 MX60 Installation A FLEXware 1000 System installation includes up to four MX Charge Controllers which can be mounted on both the top and side of the FW1000-DC. Newer MXs have rear knockouts allowing them to be mounted directly to the side of the enclosure without the need for additional mounting brackets.
- Page 17 MX Knockouts Charge Controller knockouts The MX Charge Controller attaches to the chassis using three #10 X 3/8” sheet metal screws included in the hardware kit. Two are inserted from inside the MX and the third through the hanger on the top of the MX. Figure 13: MX Charge Controller 1”...
- Page 18 Figure 14: FLEXware Wiring Raceway When all component and cabling installations are complete, install the FLEXware Wiring Raceway to cover and protect the exposed communication cables running between the AC and DC sides of the system. The illustration above shows FLEXware Mounting Plates with components removed for clarity.
- Page 19 Installing an OutBack HUB An OutBack HUB allows the FX Series Inverter/Chargers, MX60 Charge Controllers, and MATE to communicate with each other. It attaches (see arrows in Figure 14) to the outside of the FW1000-AC (hardware included with the HUB). HUB connection Figure 14: OutBack HUB...
- Page 20 Figure 15: Wiring Diagram...
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Page 23: Product Registration
Product Registration Please take a moment to register and provide us with some important information. Send to: OutBack Power Systems, 19009 62nd Avenue NE, Arlington, WA 98223 USA. Name: ������������������������������������������������������������������������ Address: ���������������������������������������������������������������������� City, State, Zip Code: ������������������������������������������������������������� Country: ���������������������������������������������������������������������� Telephone Number: �������������������������������������������������������������... - Page 24 19009 62nd Avenue NE European Sales Office Arlington, WA USA Barcelona, España (+1) 360-435-6030 (+34) 600-843-845 www.outbackpower.com 900-0062-1...
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