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  • Page 1 Owner’s Guide Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Inverter 817-1881-06 Charger...
  • Page 2 ACCURACY OF THE TRANSLATION, THE ACCURACY CANNOT BE GUARANTEED. APPROVED CONTENT IS CONTAINED WITH THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE VERSION WHICH IS POSTED AT http://www.xantrex.com/. NOTE: Visit http://www.xantrex.com/ , click Products, select a Product category, select a Product, and search the Product Documents panel for a translation of the English guide, if available.
  • Page 3 Information About Your System As soon as you open your product, record the following information and be sure to keep your proof of purchase. Serial Number ____________________________ Product Number ____________________________ Purchased From ____________________________ Purchase Date ____________________________ To view, download, or print the latest revision, visit the website shown under Contact Information. 975-1175-01-01...
  • Page 4 The purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations and Absorbed Glass Mat (a battery type) procedures for installing, operating, configuring, maintaining, and Battery Temperature Sensor troubleshooting a Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Inverter Charger for Direct Current [Z] Commercial and Fleet Vehicle. GFCI...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Please Note: No responsibility is assumed by Xantrex for any consequences This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to arising out of the use of this material.

  • Page 6: Product Safety Information

    Attempting to service the regulations. Instructions for installing the Freedom XC 1800 unit yourself may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire. (12VDC) Inverter Charger are provided here for use by qualified Internal capacitors remain charged after all power is personnel only.
  • Page 7 Product Safety Information DANGER WARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD FLASH Unit’s components may produce arcs or sparks. Apply appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe Do not install near batteries, in machinery space, or in an electrical work practices.
  • Page 8 Do not open. No serviceable parts inside. Provided with engine. integral protection against overloads. Bonding between Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Inverter Charger products are conduit connections is not automatic and must be designed for deep cycle lead-acid batteries. See warning provided as part of the installation.

  • Page 9: Precautions When Working With Batteries

    Batteries PHYSICAL INJURY HAZARD IMPORTANT: Battery work and maintenance must be done by This Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Inverter Charger is not intended qualified personnel knowledgeable about batteries to ensure for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, compliance with battery handling and maintenance safety sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and precautions.

  • Page 10: Precautions When Placing The Unit

    Precautions When Placing the Unit NOTES: Precautions When Placing the 1. Mount and place the Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Inverter Unit Charger unit away from batteries in a well ventilated compartment. 2. Always have someone within range of your voice or close...

  • Page 11: Emi Information To The User

    Regulatory EMI Information to the User NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the RISK OF INVERTER/CHARGER DAMAGE limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC / ISED CAN ICES-003 Class B Rules. These limits are Never allow battery acid to drip on the inverter/charger designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful when reading gravity, or filling battery.

  • Page 12: End Of Life Disposal

    Many of the electrical components used in the Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Inverter Charger are made of recyclable material like steel, copper, aluminum, and other alloys. These materials can be auctioned off to traditional scrap metal recycling companies who resell reusable scraps.

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions Installation Tools and Materials Product Safety Information Step 1: Designing the Installation Precautions When Working With Batteries Step 2: Choosing a Location for the Unit Precautions When Placing the Unit Step 3: Mounting the Unit Regulatory Step 4: Connecting the AC Input Cables EMI Information to the User Step 5: Connecting AC Output Cables to an Existing AC...
  • Page 14 Custom Battery Settings Menu System Specifications Operating During Transition Between Grid Mode and Battery Regulatory Approvals Mode Transitioning from Shore Mode to Battery Mode Transitioning from Battery Mode to Grid Mode Operating Limits Power Output Input Voltage Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 15: Introduction

    1 INTRODUCTION The Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Inverter Charger is designed with integrated inverting functions and power management features suitable for commercial/fleet vehicle installations. Please read this section to familiarize yourself with the main performance and protection features of the Freedom XC.

  • Page 16: Materials List

    AC power to your loads. Figure 1 What’s In The Box NOTE: If any of the items are missing, contact Xantrex or any authorized Xantrex dealer for replacement. See Contact Information on page ii. Assuming the inverter/charger is connected to a battery source with an adequate charge at the time of the power interruption.
  • Page 17 Materials List Comprehensive The Freedom XC’s built-in protection features Configurable AC The Freedom XC allows two speed settings Protection safeguard your batteries (from unnecessary Transfer Speed for the AC transfer from Grid Mode to Battery drain) such as the low battery voltage alarm Mode and vice versa which avoids nuisance and shutdown and protect equipment such as resetting of appliances.
  • Page 18 Charging battery charging. This is the ability to AC voltage setting can also be configured to recharge batteries, even if the battery voltage either of three settings: 108, 110, or 120 volts. has reached 0 VDC. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...
  • Page 19 Materials List Load The Freedom XC has a built-in 20A transfer Management relay that connects the inverter output or AC input from the AC generator to the loads. Because the usual AC power sources such as small generators often have limited current availability, having the capability to manage your AC loads is extremely valuable.

  • Page 20: Features

    2 FEATURES This section identifies the default settings and the hardware features of the Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Inverter Charger. This section includes: AC/DC and GFCI Panel Display Panel Side Panel Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 21: Ac/Dc And Gfci Panel

    AC/DC and GFCI Panel AC/DC and GFCI Panel WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Use a torque screwdriver to tighten the captive nut panel screw to 5 in-lb (0.56 N-m) torque of force to ensure a proper ground connection and a required tool access to the wiring compartment. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.
  • Page 22 When the inverter/charger is mounted, the ventilation grille must not point up or down. Cooling fans turn on when the internal temperature reaches a set point temperature. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 23: Display Panel

    Display Panel Display Panel Feature Description Three function buttons change status information displayed on the screen. Also, changes inverter/charger settings. See Freedom XC Display Panel on page 36 for detailed information on the INPUTBATTTEMP  OUTPUTBATTLOAD   panel’s buttons. ERROR BYPASS OVERLOAD Power [Standby] button is pressed for turning on...

  • Page 24: Side Panel

    DC ground lug to a torque of 23 in-lb (2.6 N-m) of force. For item 4: Apply an anti-corrosion compound to the copper wire prior to connecting to the DC ground lug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 25: Installation

    3 INSTALLATION Please read this section for safety information and installation instructions regarding your Freedom XC. This section includes: Before You Begin the Installation Installation Codes Basic Installation Procedures Installation Tools and Materials Step 1: Designing the Installation Step 2: Choosing a Location for the Unit Step 3: Mounting the Unit Step 4: Connecting the AC Input Cables Step 5: Connecting AC Output Cables to an Existing AC...

  • Page 26: Before You Begin The Installation

    Assemble all the tools and materials you require for the installation. Review the Important Safety Instructions on page v Be aware of all safety and electrical codes which must be met. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 27: Basic Installation Procedures

    Basic Installation Procedures Basic Installation Procedures Installation Tools and Materials You will need the following to install the Freedom XC 1800 This section provides sample installation information as a guide (12VDC) Inverter Charger: for your installation. For your convenience, the overall procedure...

  • Page 28: Step 1: Designing The Installation

    To engine DC Equipment ground Starting battery AC load panel with AC cable connecting to unit using PTI connectors AC source panel with AC cable connecting to unit using PTI connectors Selector switch Shore power Generator Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...
  • Page 29 Basic Installation Procedures AC Shore Power AC Disconnect and Over-Current A source of 120 volts AC 60Hz sine wave alternating current Protection Device provides energy to pass power through to AC loads. This source Most safety requirements and electrical codes require the is usually the utility grid (power company) or an AC generator.
  • Page 30 In other applications, flexible multiple-strand wire may be required. Installation codes usually specify solid or stranded, overall size of the conductors, and type and temperature rating of the insulation around the wire. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...
  • Page 31 Basic Installation Procedures AC breakers and fuses must be sized to adequately protect the AC Output Neutral Bonding wiring that is installed on the input and output AC circuits of the The neutral conductor of the Freedom XC’s AC output circuit (that Freedom XC.
  • Page 32 90 °C minimum. The cables should be terminated with lugs that fit the DC stud terminals snugly ( " hole size) and properly torqued according to manufacturer-specified torque setting. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...
  • Page 33 Basic Installation Procedures DC Disconnects and Over-Current Devices Table 5 Required Cable Sizes The DC circuit from the battery to the Freedom XC must be Cable Length: Minimum Maximum equipped with a disconnect and over-current device. This usually Battery to consists of a circuit breaker, a “fused-disconnect”, or a separate Inverter/charger Cable battery...

  • Page 34: Step 2: Choosing A Location For The Unit

    Freedom XC. Do not mount the Freedom XC in an area subject to splashing water or bilge water. Cool. Normal air temperature should be between –20 °C and 40 °C (–4 °F and 104 °F)—the cooler the better. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 35: Step 3: Mounting The Unit

    Basic Installation Procedures Figure 6 Approved Mounting Orientations Step 3: Mounting the Unit To mount the Freedom XC: 1. Remove the Freedom XC from its shipping container, verify that all components are present, and record relevant product information on “Information About Your System” in the Owner’s Guide.
  • Page 36 In general, the equipment ground cable size must not be smaller than one AWG size than the supply cable. DC ground lug Based on US National Electrical Code NFPA70, Article 551, par. 551-20c and ANSI/RVIA LV, § 2-5.1. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 37: Step 4: Connecting The Ac Input Cables

    Basic Installation Procedures AC Wiring and GFCIs Step 4: Connecting the AC Input AC wiring includes all the wires and connectors between the AC Cables source and the Freedom XC and all wiring between the inverter/charger, the AC panels, GFCI, and circuit breakers. The type and size of the wiring varies with the installation and load.
  • Page 38 AC power to the unit. White/light blue Neutral 3. Attach the compatible connector from the AC input cable to the receptacle on the unit as shown. Green, green/yellow, or bare Ground copper Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 39: Step 5: Connecting Ac Output Cables To An Existing Ac Circuit

    Basic Installation Procedures Figure 8 Routing the wires Step 5: Connecting AC Output c Attach the correct mating connector to avoid exposure to live Cables to an Existing AC Circuit wires. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARDS Make sure wiring is disconnected from all electrical sources before handling.
  • Page 40 4. Connect the other end of the AC output cable to a circuit breaker in AC distribution panel providing AC power to the loads. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 41: Step 6: Connecting The Dc Cables

    Basic Installation Procedures Follow the procedure given below to connect the battery leads to Step 6: Connecting the DC Cables the terminals on the DC end. The cables should be as short as possible and large enough to handle the required current, in NOTICE accordance with the electrical codes or regulations applicable to your installation.
  • Page 42 See Step 6: Connecting the DC Cables on NOTE: You may find it more convenient to have the cable page 27. lugs attached by the company that sells you the cable and/or connectors. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...
  • Page 43 Basic Installation Procedures Figure 11 DC Cable Connections WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Tighten the nuts on the DC terminals properly. Loose connections cause excessive voltage drop and may cause overheated wires and melted insulation. Do not over-tighten the nut on the DC input terminals because damage to the DC input terminals may result.
  • Page 44 Do not overtighten. Make the connection snug enough so the cable lug does not move around on the DC terminal. Center it through the DC knockout hole and do not let it touch the edge. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 45: Step 7: Connecting To Port(S) On The Freedom Xc

    Basic Installation Procedures DC Grounding Step 7: Connecting to Port(s) on the To connect the DC ground: Freedom XC 1. The DC equipment grounding lug (DC ground lug) on the DC end of the Freedom XC is used to connect the chassis of the Freedom XC to your system’s DC negative connection or Connecting to ACC Signal grounding bus point as required by electrical regulations.
  • Page 46 6. Insert the ignition control wire into the round ACC input terminal slot. 7. Pull the screwdriver out to engage the spring clamp and secure the wire to the terminal. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 47: Step 8: Testing Your Installation

    Basic Installation Procedures Connecting to the Remote Port Step 8: Testing Your Installation The Freedom XC can accommodate the Freedom X Remote Panel with cable (PN: 808-0817-01) or with the Bluetooth option WARNING (PN: 808-0817-02) (sold separately; comes with 7.6m-cable) or the Freedom X Remote Panel unit (PN: 808-0817) (sold ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD separately;...
  • Page 48 If the Power button on the Freedom XC is turned ON and shore power voltage is too low (less than 90 volts AC), the unit will transfer to inverter power to continue running your appliances. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 49: Operation

    4 OPERATION This section includes descriptions of the different modes and settings of the Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Inverter Charger. This section includes: Freedom XC Display Panel Status LED Indicators Function Buttons LCD Screen LCD Screen Icons 975-1175-01-01...

  • Page 50: Freedom Xc Display Panel

    "Function Buttons" on the facing page error codes, see Motor Loads on page 71. see "Function Buttons" on the facing page NOTE: Briefly pressing any function button activates backlight illumination. After 60 seconds of inactivity, backlight illumination turns off. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 51: Function Buttons

    Freedom XC Display Panel Function Buttons LCD Screen The LCD Screen changes depending on the operating mode of the Button Definition inverter/charger. Figure 14 Parts of the LCD Screen Return to default screen or exit setting mode Next screen or next selection Press and hold for three seconds to go back one step INPUTBATTTEMP...

  • Page 52: Lcd Screen Icons

    One bar = 1-25%, two bars conversion from DC to AC - inverting. = 25-50%, three bars = 50-75%, and four bars = 75-100%. The alarm buzzer is muted. Shows an overload condition. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 53: Viewing Information During Battery Mode

    Viewing Information During Battery Mode Viewing Information During Info and Setting LCD Screen Battery Mode The LCD screen displays information related to battery mode operation. Screen 2 of 4 - Press the Scroll button to move from screen to screen. AC Output Press and hold for three seconds to go back one step.
  • Page 54 Viewing Information During Battery Mode Info and Setting LCD Screen Screen 4 of 4 - Firmware version Firmware version = U1 1.01 Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 55: Viewing Information During Grid Mode

    Viewing Information During Grid Mode Viewing Information During Grid Info and LCD Screen Mode Setting 1. The LCD screen displays information related to AC bypass or charger operation. 2. Press the Scroll button to move from screen to screen. 3. Press to return to the home screen.
  • Page 56 = 120V, input frequency = 60Hz Screen 3 of Screen 5 of AC input current/AC Firmware load version current input current = 15.6A, load current = 6.8A Firmware version = U1 1.01 Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 57: Adjusting Feature Settings In Configuration Mode

    Adjusting Feature Settings in Configuration Mode Adjusting Feature Settings in To change the default value to a different value: 1. Press and hold the button for three seconds to enter the Configuration Mode feature settings mode. 2. Press the Scroll button to move through the different , Scroll , and...

  • Page 58: Settings

    Power Save Time next setting after 25 is OFF. ENA (enable), Power Save (Load When enabled, the inverter/charger’s “no load” loss can be DIS (disable) Sensing) Mode reduced further when total load is less than 25 W. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...
  • Page 59 Adjusting Feature Settings in Configuration Mode Setting Default Setting Name Range of Values Description Number Value After changing the output frequency setting, turn the unit off Output Frequency and then on again, in order for the change to take effect. Output Voltage The wattage setting value can be adjusted by 100-W Inverter Output...
  • Page 60 BMS. See Precautions When Working With USE (Custom) Batteries on page ix. LFP (LiFePO Selecting Cold from Warm will increase charger voltage by CLD(Cold) Battery 0.4V. VRM(Warm) Temperature HOT(Hot) Selecting Cold from Hot will increase charger voltage by 0.8V. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...
  • Page 61 Adjusting Feature Settings in Configuration Mode Setting Default Setting Name Range of Values Description Number Value Custom Absorption 14.6 12.0 to 18.0 Voltage The voltage setting value can be adjusted by 0.1 increments. Available only when custom battery type is selected. Custom Float 12.0 to 18.0 Voltage...

  • Page 62: Operating In Battery Mode

    During continuous inverter operation, the countdown is initiated when power from the AC load drops to less than approximately 50 W and remains below this level. After reaching the end of the countdown timer the inverter/charger automatically shuts down. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 63: Power Save Mode

    Operating in Battery Mode Power Save Mode Checking Battery Status By enabling the power save mode, also called load sensing, the During inverter operation (in battery mode), you can check the inverter/charger can automatically go to power save mode by battery status by observing the battery capacity indicator on the sending short pulses to further reduce the battery discharge.

  • Page 64: Turning The Audible Alarm On Or Off

    On to reset an active alarm and clear the error. 2. Toggle the AC input power to force the transition between grid mode and battery mode. This action clears the alarm and error. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 65: Operating In Grid Mode

    Operating in Grid Mode Operating in Grid Mode Battery Types The Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Inverter Charger charges flooded (or wet) lead-acid, Gel, AGM (absorbed glass mat), custom, and Battery Charger Functions lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. When AC power is available, the Freedom XC can operate as a - Flooded (or wet) batteries have removable battery caps for VDC battery charger.
  • Page 66 See 3-Stage Charging Algorithm for a graph of the three-stage Charge current during equalize state (optional state not shown charging profile. here) is normally limited to 5A for 60 min. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...
  • Page 67 Operating in Grid Mode Bulk Stage NOTE: If there are DC loads on the batteries, the charger’s current may never decrease to a level to initiate the next stage of Bulk charge is the first stage in the charging process and provides charging.
  • Page 68 10 A. After absorption, this constant current charge will continue until the voltage has increased to 16 volts DC. Equalization duration is fixed at one hour. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 69: Custom Battery Settings Menu

    Operating in Grid Mode Figure 16 Equalize charging Custom Battery Settings Menu NOTICE REVERSE POLARITY To avoid damaging your batteries during charging or equalization, consult your battery manufacturer and associated documentation before setting a custom battery type. Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.

  • Page 70: Operating During Transition Between Grid Mode And Battery Mode

    Failure to follow these instructions may cause equipment The operating mode indicator will change to grid mode and the damage. green Status LED for grid mode will light up. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 71: Operating Limits

    Operating Limits Operating Limits Power Output The Freedom XC can deliver up to 1800 W of continuous utility These are the operating limits of the Freedom XC: grade sine wave AC power. The wattage rating applies to resistive Power Output loads such as incandescent lights. Input Voltage Input Voltage Overload Conditions...

  • Page 72: Overload Conditions

    The unit will shut down and indicate an input voltage exceeds 32.0 VDC. overload shutdown. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 73: Over-Temperature Conditions

    Operating Limits Over-temperature Conditions During inverter operation, when the Freedom XC’s internal temperature starts to approach its preset shutdown limit, the display will show error code E07. If the over-temperature condition persists, the display will show error code E04. The Status LED turns solid RED and the inverter/charger will shut down to prevent damage to the inverter/charger and protect the battery from being over-discharged.

  • Page 74: Routine Maintenance

    5 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance is required to keep your Freedom XC operating properly. This section includes: Maintaining the Freedom XC Unit Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 75: Maintaining The Freedom Xc Unit

    Maintaining the Freedom XC Unit Maintaining the Freedom XC Unit WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Turning the Power k button to Standby mode does not disconnect DC battery power from the Freedom XC. You must disconnect from all power sources before working on any circuits connected to the unit.

  • Page 76: Troubleshooting

    This section will help you narrow down the source of any problem you encounter. Before contacting customer service, please work through the steps listed in Pre-service Checklist on page 63. This section includes: Pre-service Checklist Warning Messages Troubleshooting Reference Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 77: Pre-Service Checklist

    Pre-service Checklist Any known unusual AC shore power factors such as Pre-service Checklist low voltage, unstable generator output, etc. Whether any extreme ambient conditions existed at the time (temperature, vibrations, moisture, etc.) WARNING 3. When there are no observable flashing LEDs on the LED panel, check the following to make sure the present ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD state of the installation allows proper operation:...

  • Page 78: Warning Messages

    Turning the Audible Alarm ON or OFF on page 50 to change the alarm settings. The error codes are listed in Table 13. The text in the Error Code column appears on the LCD screen of the display panel. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...
  • Page 79 Warning Messages Table 13 Error codes displayed on the LCD screen Error Code Condition Mode Action Low battery voltage shutdown is imminent Check battery status and recharge if necessary. depending on the setting, Battery mode Check for proper DC cable sizing. see Maintaining the (inverting) Check for loose connections and tighten if necessary.
  • Page 80 If error detection persists, contact customer service. modes For error code E01, after the LBCO shutdown delay, the unit will immediately stop inverting. For error codes E02 to E04, the unit will stop inverting. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 81: Troubleshooting Reference

    Troubleshooting Reference Troubleshooting Reference WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Do not disassemble the Freedom XC. It does not contain any user- serviceable parts. Attempting to service the unit yourself could result in an electrical shock or burn. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.
  • Page 82 (error code E03) the output rating. Thermal shutdown (error code E04) Allow the unit to cool off. Reduce the load if continuous operation is required. Improve ventilation. Make sure the inverter/charger’s ventilation openings are not blocked. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...
  • Page 83 Troubleshooting Reference Problem Possible Cause Solution No output voltage is shown in the LCD GFCI (when installed downstream) Check load and reset the GFCI or supplementary screen but the green status LED for has tripped or supplementary breaker. Battery mode is illuminated. breaker has tripped.
  • Page 84 Possible Cause Solution The fan turns on and off during inverter The inverter is running Do not be alarmed, the unit is performing normally. The mode. continuously at high power. fan is activated automatically. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 85: Inverter Applications

    Inverter Applications Inverter Applications Motor Loads Induction motors (that is, motors without brushes) require two to The Freedom XC performs differently depending on the AC loads six times their running current on start up. The most demanding connected to it. If you are having problems with any of your loads, are those that start under load, for example, compressors and read this section.

  • Page 86: Specifications

    7 SPECIFICATIONS This section summarizes the hardware and electrical specifications of the Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Inverter Charger. This section includes: Physical Specifications Environmental Specifications System Specifications Regulatory Approvals NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 87: Physical Specifications

    Physical Specifications Physical Specifications Environmental Specifications Table 15 Physical specifications Table 17 Environmental specifications Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Ambient Temperature: 15.4” × 12” × 4”    Operating Temperature Range -4 –140 ºF (-20 –60 ºC), with (390mm × 305mm × 102mm) L ×...

  • Page 88: System Specifications

     Circuit breakers shall not carry more than 80% of their UL rating continuously.  To change the AC Transfer time (mode), see Adjusting Feature Settings in Configuration Mode on page  To set the AC Frequency, see Adjusting Feature Settings in Configuration Mode on page 43. Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Owner's Guide...

  • Page 89: Regulatory Approvals

    Regulatory Approvals Regulatory Approvals Table 21 AC input for charging Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Table 23 Regulatory approvals Operating voltage range 85–140 VAC Freedom XC 1800 (12VDC) Safe non-operating voltage up to 240 VAC NRTL-listed, complies to CSA range Product Safety C22.2 No. 107.1 and UL 458 Full load maximum current 11 Arms...
  • Page 90 (Toll Free USA/Canada) +1 800 670 0707 (Outside USA/Canada) +1 408 987 6030 Printed in: 975-1175-01-01 Rev A...

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