Before You Begin The Installation; Installation Codes; Installation Tools And Materials - Xantrex Freedom X 2000 Owner's Manual

Before You Begin the Installation

Before You Begin the
Installation
Before beginning your installation:
Read this entire Installation guide so you can plan the
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installation from beginning to end.
Assemble all the tools and materials you require for the
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installation.
Review the Important Safety Instructions on page v
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Be aware of all safety and electrical codes which must be
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met.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARD
All wiring should be done by qualified personnel to ensure
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compliance with all applicable installation codes and
regulations.
Do not connect to AC and DC power sources during
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installation. Disconnect from all power sources when
servicing.
Disable and secure all AC and DC disconnect devices
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and automatic generator starting devices.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious
injury, or equipment damage
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WARNING

Installation Codes

Governing installation codes vary depending on the specific
location and application of the installation.
It is the installer's responsibility to ensure that all applicable
installation requirements are met.

Installation Tools and Materials

You will need the following to install the Freedom X:
Wire stripper
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Mounting (M2.5) screws or bolts
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Phillips torque screwdriver
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Torque wrench for DC terminals (13mm socket wrench)
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AC cable (that is, two-conductor-plus-earth cable), sized
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appropriately for load and application
PG16 strain relief clamps (for the AC cable clamp holes)
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DC cable, sized appropriately for load and application
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Lugs for DC cables to fit 8mm DC stud terminals as well as
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appropriate tools (like a crimping tool)
AC and DC disconnects and over-current protective devices
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AC bonding screw (see "AC Earthing" on page 17 for more
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information)
Freedom X 2000 - 230V Owner's Guide