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- Page 1 Installation Guide Freedom SW 2012 shown Freedom SW Inverter/Charger Product Numbers 815-2012 815-3012 815-2024 815-3024 815-2012-03 815-3012-02 815-2524-02 815-3524-02...
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Page 3: About This Guide
ABOUT THIS GUIDE Purpose The purpose of this Installation Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for installing and configuring a Freedom SW Inverter/Charger for recreational vehicle and commercial applications. Scope The guide provides safety guidelines as well as information about troubleshooting the installation the inverter/charger. -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
Safety Information Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Before using the inverter/charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the unit, the batteries, and all appropriate sections of this guide. READANDSAVE THIS NSTALLATION UIDE FORFUTURE 2. Use of accessories not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or REFERENCE injury to persons. -
Page 5: Precautions When Working With Batteries
Precautions When Working With Batteries Precautions When Working DANGER With Batteries ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD IMPORTANT: Battery work and maintenance must be done by • Do not expose the Freedom SW to rain, snow, or spray water. qualified personnel knowledgeable about batteries to ensure •... -
Page 6: Precautions When Preparing To Charge
Precautions When Preparing to Charge Precautions When Preparing to Regulatory Charge The Freedom SW (Product Numbers: 815-2012, 815-3012, 815- 2024, 815-3024, 815-3012-02) is certified to appropriate US and Canadian standards. The Freedom SW (Product Numbers: 815- WARNING 2524-02, 815-3524-02) is certified to appropriate European (CE) and Australian (RCM) standards. -
Page 7: End Of Life Disposal
End of Life Disposal End of Life Disposal The Freedom SW Inverter/Charger is designed with environmental awareness and sustainability in mind. At the end of its useful life, the Freedom SW can be decommissioned and disassembled. Components which can be recycled must be recycled and those that cannot be recycled must be disposed of according to local, regional, or national environmental regulations. -
Page 8: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Battery Banks Battery Bank Sizing Worksheet Restrictions on Motor Size Important Safety Instructions Battery Cabling and Connections Safety Information Battery Parallel Connection Precautions When Working With Batteries Battery Series Connection Precautions When Preparing to Charge Battery Series-Parallel Connections Precautions When Placing the Unit Specifications Regulatory Inverter Drip Shield Installation... -
Page 9: Introduction
Materials List Materials List 1 INTRODUCTION The Freedom SW ships with the following items: Congratulations on your purchase of the Freedom SW one Freedom SW unit Product Notice Inverter/Charger (Freedom SW). The Freedom SW has been two network terminators designed to give you premium power, ease of use, and one Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS) two sets of 5/16”-18 nuts and washers for outstanding reliability. -
Page 10: Installation
Before You Begin the Installation 2 INSTALLATION This section provides sample installation information as a guide for your installation. For your convenience, the overall procedure is divided into these main steps: Before You Begin the Installation Installation Codes Basic Installation Procedures Before You Begin the Installation Before beginning your installation:... -
Page 11: Basic Installation Procedures
Basic Installation Procedures Basic Installation Procedures Planning Preparations This section provides sample installation information as a guide AC, DC, and Network Components for your installation. For your convenience, the overall procedure is divided into these main steps: For a successful installation, you need to plan for AC, DC, and network components of the power system. - Page 12 Basic Installation Procedures Figure 4 Typical Recreational Vehicle Electrical System Sine Wave Legend: Inverter/Charger Xanbus Network System Control Panel (SCP) Automatic Generator Start (A GS) INVE RTER BLED RGIN NING DC – Low Voltage DC DC + DC Fuse AC Out AC In required Battery...
- Page 13 Basic Installation Procedures Figure 6 Wiring and Breakers Block Diagram for Freedom SW 12V 3012 / Freedom SW 24V 3024 INVERTER AC SUB PANEL (TYPICAL) CAUTION: INCORRECT BATTER TO AC APPLIANCE 30 A HOT BUS LOADS Neutral OPTIONAL GFCI duplex receptacle special kit 15 A output limit HARDWIRE CONNECTIONS MAIN ELECTRICAL PANEL...
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Page 14: Dual Input
Basic Installation Procedures AC Components AC Output The output voltage on Freedom SW inverter/chargers is NOTE: Applies to all models of the Freedom SW with 120VAC. Both configurations are supported - Single Input some exceptions that would be referred to accordingly. and Single Output line (SI-SO) configuration and Dual Input and Dual Output lines (DI-DO) configuration. - Page 15 Basic Installation Procedures AC Input Protection Disconnect Devices The breakers protecting the AC input of the Freedom SW Each system requires a method of disconnecting the AC must be approved for use on 120 volts AC branch circuits, circuits. If the overcurrent protection device is a circuit and must be located in each Line.
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Page 16: Single Phase
Basic Installation Procedures AC Wiring Size of AC Output Wiring Definition Wire size must be coordinated with the current the wiring AC wiring includes input wiring (all the wires and connectors will carry. This current may be determined by the 25-amp between the AC source and the inverter/charger input) and maximum inverter current, or by the bypass current, which output wiring (all the wires between the inverter/charger and... -
Page 17: Bonding System
Basic Installation Procedures DC Components AC Output Neutral Bonding Some systems incorporate distribution panels both ahead of Batteries the inverter/charger (the AC source panel) and between the The Freedom SW system requires a 12-volt (or 24-volt), inverter/charger and the loads (the AC load panel). The AC lead-acid deep-cycle battery or group of batteries to provide source panel includes a main circuit breaker, which serves the DC current that the inverter/charger converts to AC... -
Page 18: Fire Hazard
Basic Installation Procedures Size and Length This device usually consists of a circuit breaker, a “fused- See Table 3 for required DC cable length, cable size and disconnect,” or a separate fuse and DC disconnect. Do not required fuse size for the Freedom SW. Wire size is usually confuse AC circuit breakers with DC circuit breakers. - Page 19 Basic Installation Procedures DC Grounding for RV-C Models Unpacking and Inspecting the Freedom SW The inverter/charger DC (chassis) ground terminal needs to be connected to the vehicle chassis by a minimum No. 8 CAUTION AWG copper conductor that is either insulated (green) wire rated 75 °C or bare copper.
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Page 20: Step 1: Choosing A Location For The Unit
Basic Installation Procedures Installation Tools and Materials Step 1: Choosing a Location for the Tools Unit You will need the following tools to install the Freedom SW and the battery temperature sensor. WARNING Wire stripper Crimping tools for fastening lugs and terminals on DC FIRE, EXPLOSION, AND HEAT HAZARDS cables Phillips screwdriver: #2... -
Page 21: Step 2: Mounting The Unit
Basic Installation Procedures The Freedom SW should only be installed in locations that meet Step 2: Mounting the Unit the following requirements: Considerations Ventilated Do not operate the inverter/charger in a closed- Before mounting the Freedom SW, take the following two in area or restrict ventilation in any way. - Page 22 Basic Installation Procedures Figure 8 Approved Mounting Orientations Approved Mounting Orientation Comment Orientation? A - Suitable only for non-marine applications with no Desktop A - Yes risk of condensation or dripping water. Mount B - Yes when used with inverter drip shield B - The drip shield is installed on top of the inverter with some clearance.
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Page 23: Step 3: Connecting The Ac Input And Ac Output Wires
Basic Installation Procedures Step 3: Connecting the AC Input Connecting AC Input Wires and AC Output Wires NOTE: Applies to all models of the Freedom SW with some exceptions that would be referred to accordingly. DANGER Figure 9 shows the wiring compartment, which contains a FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AND ENERGY HAZARDS grounding bus (used to wire the AC input and output ground wires) and a terminal block (used to wire the AC input and AC... -
Page 24: Equipment Damage
Basic Installation Procedures Connecting the AC Output Wires NOTICE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE NOTICE Connect wires to the correct terminals in the terminal block EQUIPMENT DAMAGE that is split into INPUT and OUTPUT sections. Damage Do not connect the output of the inverter to any AC source. may occur if the unit is wired incorrectly to the wrong terminals. -
Page 25: Step 4: Connecting The Dc Cables
Basic Installation Procedures 10. Attach the wiring compartment cover panel and tighten Step 4: Connecting the DC Cables the four screws. DC Connection Precautions 11. Connect the outgoing AC wires to an AC load panel equipped with circuit breakers. DANGER ELECTRICAL SHOCK DAMAGE Connect and disconnect DC wiring only after opening the disconnect switches or breakers at all AC and DC sources. - Page 26 Basic Installation Procedures 4. Connect one connector on the POSITIVE (+) cable to the Guidelines for Routing the DC Cables POSITIVE DC terminal on the inverter/charger, as shown Follow these guidelines to ensure maximum performance. in Figure 4. The connector goes on first, then the flat washer (steel), lock washer (steel), and 3/8"...
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Page 27: Step 5: Connecting The Battery Temperature Sensor (Bts)
Basic Installation Procedures DC Grounding Step 5: Connecting the Battery The Chassis Ground point on the inverter/charger is used to Temperature Sensor (BTS) connect the chassis of the inverter/charger to your system’s DC Installing a battery temperature sensor (BTS) extends the life of grounding point, as required by regulations for some a battery by preventing overcharging in warm temperatures and installations. - Page 28 Basic Installation Procedures Mounting to the Negative Battery Terminal Figure 17 Connecting the BTS Cable to BTS Port To mount the sensor on the negative battery terminal: Figure 16 BTS Mounted on the Negative Battery Terminal Mounting to the Side of the Battery Case To mount the sensor on the battery case: 1.
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Page 29: Step 6: Connecting To The Network
Basic Installation Procedures Step 6: Connecting to the Network Step 7: Performing Checks Prior to For your reference, Figure 19 shows where the network Initial Start-Up connections are made on the Freedom SW. Before testing your installation, ensure these conditions are To connect the Freedom SW to the Xanbus or RV-C met: network:... -
Page 30: Step 8: Testing Your Installation
Basic Installation Procedures TestinginChargeModeandACBypass Step 8: Testing Your Installation Mode WARNING 1. Close the AC supply breaker to supply AC power to the unit. ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD 2. To verify that the Freedom SW starts charging: Do not use the INVERTER ENABLE button on the Freedom After a few seconds, verify that the AC IN/CHARGING LED on the front panel is turned on (indicating that the SW to de-energize the unit. -
Page 31: Stacking Features
3 STACKING FEATURES The Freedom SWs can support two stacking configurations. This gives the system engineer and/or installer more options to work with when tailoring a system to meet load demands. Multiple inverter/chargers of different power levels can be installed in a system as stand alone, parallel stacked, or series stacked. -
Page 32: Parallel Stacking
Parallel Stacking Figure 21 Parallel Stacking Using Two Freedom SW 12V 3012 Parallel Stacking units A parallel stacking configuration allows the inverter and charger Main Distribution Panel capacity of a system to be doubled. Parallel-stacked Master unit NEUTRAL inverter/chargers can operate from different battery banks, WARNING: INCORRECT BATTERY meaning each unit is connected to its own battery bank. -
Page 33: Series Stacking
Series Stacking Series Stacking Figure 23 Series Stacking Using Two Freedom SW 12V 3012 units A series stacking configuration allows two inverters to be Main Master unit Distribution Panel configured to produce 120 and 240 volts AC, also known as, a WARNING: INCORRECT BATTERY NEUTRAL single-phase three-wire configuration. -
Page 34: Series Stacking Operation
DC Connections for Stacked Inverters Series Stacking Operation DC Connections for Stacked The inverter is designed to accept power input from a single- Inverters phase, three-wire 120/240-volt AC system with 120 volts to Use individual overcurrent devices between the battery positive each inverter. -
Page 35: Neutral Wiring For Stacked Inverters
Neutral Wiring for Stacked Inverters Neutral Wiring for Stacked Configuring System for Inverters Stacked Operation Due to the neutral ground switching design of the Freedom SW Verify all DC and AC connections. Check Xanbus (or RV-C) Inverter/charger, it is mandatory that the AC INPUT and AC network connections and ensure that terminators are installed at OUTPUT Neutrals be isolated from one another. -
Page 36: Load Sense In Series Stacking
Load Sense in Series Stacking Load Sense in Series Stacking Wiring Schematic When configured for 120/240-volt series stacking, each NOTE: Please refer to the Stacking Configuration sheet that inverter/charger operates independently in search mode and shows the wiring schematic employed between two Freedom attempts to detect loads connected to its terminals only. -
Page 37: Charger Settings In Stacked Configuration
Charger Settings in Stacked Configuration Charger Settings in Stacked Calculations Once installed and configured, each Freedom SW charger in the Configuration dual configuration should be set to its own bulk charge current The Freedom SW includes a maximum charger amperage limit as follows: depending on the model. -
Page 38: Examples
Charger Settings in Stacked Configuration Examples Example 1: System composed of two stacked Freedom SW 12V 3012s. Each Freedom SW 12V 3012 has a maximum charge capacity of 150A. The two stacked inverter/chargers connected to the same battery bank can possibly produce a total of 300A. The industry’s commonly accepted practice suggests a typical Flooded battery bank capacity (C) of 400Ah should not be charged beyond 25% of its capacity (100A). -
Page 39: Battery Information
4 BATTERY INFORMATION NOTE: There are eight models of the Freedom SW. Throughout the guide, Freedom SW units may be referred to according to these categories. For example, Freedom SW 110VAC models apply only to models under the 110 AC Voltage category. Output Product Model Name... -
Page 40: Battery Capacity
Battery Capacity Battery Capacity Estimating Battery Battery size or capacity is just as important as the battery type Requirements selected for use with the Freedom SW. The batteries are the Calculating Battery Size most important part of your system, so it is recommended that you purchase as much battery capacity as possible. -
Page 41: Battery Banks
Restrictions on Motor Size Figure 28 Battery Sizing Example Battery Bank Sizing Worksheet The following worksheet is a guide to help you determine your Daily watt-hours (A) Power (B) Operating needed for this battery needs. Be generous in estimating the time for which you Appliance Consumption Time per Day... -
Page 42: Battery Cabling And Connections
Battery Parallel Connection Battery Parallel Connection 5 BATTERY CABLING AND Batteries are connected in parallel when all the positive terminals of a group of batteries are connected and then, CONNECTIONS separately, all the negative terminals are connected. In a parallel configuration, the battery bank has the same voltage as Several smaller batteries can be connected to create a battery a single battery, but an Ah rating equal to the sum of the bank of substantial size. -
Page 43: Battery Series Connection
Battery Series Connection Battery Series Connection Battery Series-Parallel When batteries are connected with the positive terminal of one Connections battery to the negative terminal of the next battery, they are As the name series-parallel implies, both the series and parallel connected in series. - Page 44 Battery Series Connection Figure 35 12VDC Batteries Connected in Series-Parallel to make a 24VDC Battery System Freedom SW Series Installation Guide...
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Page 45: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Physical Specifications Product Number 815-2012 815-2024 815-2524-02 815-2012-03 815-3012 815-3024 815-3524-02 815-3012-02 L × W × H 387×343×197 mm (15.25×13.5×7.75 in.) Net Weight 27.5 kg 27.5 kg 21.4 kg 27.5 kg 31.5 kg 31.5 kg 27.2 kg... - Page 46 NOTE: All inverter specifications are at nominal conditions: 12 (or 24) volts DC inverting 120 (or 230) volts AC, unless otherwise specified. Inverter Specifications Product Number 815-2012 815-2024 815-2524-02 815-2012-03 815-3012 815-3024 815-3524-02 815-3012-02 Output wave form pure sine wave (true sine wave) Output power (continuous) 2000 W (up 2000 W (up...
- Page 47 NOTE: All charging specifications are at nominal conditions: ambient temperature of 77 °F (25 °C), 120 (or 230) VAC, 60 (or 50) Hz input, unless otherwise specified. Charger Specifications Product Number 815-2012 815-2024 815-2524-02 815-2012-03 815-3012 815-3024 815-3524-02 815-3012-02 Charging method Three-stage charge (Bulk, Absorption, Float) Two-stage charge (Bulk, Absorption) The default charging method is three-stage.
- Page 48 NOTE: All transfer specifications are at nominal conditions: ambient temperature of 77 °F (25 °C), 120 (or 230) VAC, 60 (or 50) Hz input, unless otherwise specified. Transfer and General Specifications Product Number 815-2012 815-2024 815-2524-02 815-2012-03 815-3012 815-3024 815-3524-02 815-3012-02 Transfer time—utility to invert <...
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Page 49: Inverter Drip Shield Installation
7 INVERTER DRIP SHIELD INSTALLATION Please read this section for drip shield installation instructions regarding your Freedom SW. This section includes: Drip Shield Installation 975-1188-01-01... -
Page 50: Drip Shield Installation
To install the drip shield: Drip Shield Installation 1. Acquire ten #6-3/4 screws needed to fasten the inverter drip The inverter drip shield helps to protect the unit from dripping or shield to the wall. splashing liquids, which will cause a shock hazard. The inverter 2. - Page 51 Figure 37 Drip Shield Placement (Inverter Front Panel Facing 3½ inch. (90mm) Figure 38 Drip Shield Placement (Inverter Front Panel Facing Down) ¾ inch. (20mm) no clearance required 975-1188-01-01...
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