Summary of Contents for Xanter 806-1020
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Page 1: Installation Guide
Installation Guide Product image shown may vary from actual product. See features for comparisons. Freedom HF Inverter/Chargers Model Numbers 806-1020, 806-1055, 806-1055-02 806-1840, 806-1840-01, 806-1840-02... -
Page 3: Contact Information
Inc., 161-G South Vasco Road, Livermore, California, USA 94551. Xantrex 1000-watt Models: Technology Inc. reserves the right to revise this document and to periodically make 806-1020 (Freedom HF 1000), changes to the content hereof without obligation or organization of such revisions or 806-1055 (Freedom HF 1055) changes unless required to do so by prior arrangement. -
Page 4: About This Guide
About This Guide Purpose Conventions Used The purpose of this Installation Guide is to provide explanations and The following conventions are used in this guide. procedures for installing and configuring a Freedom HF Inverter/Charger for Recreational, Fleet Vehicle, or Marine installations. Scope STATEMENT OF HAZARD The Guide provides safety guidelines, as well as information about... - Page 5 STATEMENT OF HAZARD Contains statements of avoidance or strict compliance. Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or damage other equipment. IMPORTANT: These notes describe things which are important for you to know, however, they are not as serious as a caution or warning. Related Information You can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc.
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Page 6: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT: R EAD AND SAVE THIS NSTALLATION UIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD • Do not expose the Freedom HF to rain, snow, spray, or bilge water. This chapter contains important safety instructions for the Freedom HF This inverter/charger is designed for marine applications only when Inverter/Charger (Freedom HF). - Page 7 NOTES: Follow these instructions and those published by the battery FIRE AND BURN HAZARD manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use • Do not cover or obstruct the air intake vent openings and/or install in in the vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary markings on these a zero-clearance compartment.
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Page 8: Precautions When Working With Batteries
Precautions When Working With Batteries Use extra caution to reduce the risk or dropping a metal tool on the battery. It could spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical parts and could cause an explosion. BURN FROM HIGH SHORT-CIRCUIT CURRENT, FIRE AND EXPLO- Batteries can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring SION FROM VENTED GASES HAZARDS or metal bracelet or the like to the battery terminal, causing a severe... - Page 9 Precautions When Preparing to Charge Precautions When Placing the Inverter/Charger EXPOSURE TO CHEMICALS AND GASES HAZARD FIRE HAZARD • Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated. Do not install the inverter/charger or any part of its supplied wiring in •...
- Page 10 Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances Regulatory The Freedom HF Inverter/Charger is certified to appropriate US and Canadian standards. For more information see “Regulatory Approvals” on page 37. RISK OF DAMAGE TO RECHARGEABLE APPLIANCES The Freedom HF Inverter/Charger is intended to be used for mobile or Most rechargeable battery-operated equipment uses a separate charger or commercial applications.
- Page 11 FCC Information to the User KKK Information to the User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a The Freedom HF 1055 EMS and 1800 EMS models are marked “KKK-A- Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits 1822D Ready”.
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Page 13: Table Of Contents
Contents Important Safety Instructions ..................iv Materials List. -
Page 15: Materials List
Materials List Your Freedom HF Inverter/Charger package includes the items listed below. Freedom HF unit Display panel is • one Freedom HF unit, attached to the unit. • one set of owner’s and installation guides and a mounting template, • one display panel with 7-inch (0.17 m) cable, •... -
Page 16: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Installation Codes Governing installation codes vary depending on the specific location and SHOCK HAZARD application of the installation. Some examples include the following: Xantrex Technology recommends that all wiring be done by a certified • The U.S. National Electrical Code (NEC), technician or electrician to ensure adherence to the applicable electrical •... -
Page 17: Installation Tools And Materials
Installation Tools and Materials You will need the following to install the Freedom HF: ❐ Wire stripper ❐ Mounting screws or bolts ❐ #2 Phillips screwdriver ❐ 3.5mm slot long neck screwdriver for WAGO terminals that are available in Freedom HF 1000, 1055, and 1800 models. ❐... -
Page 18: High Level Overview Of Installation Steps
High Level Overview of Installation Steps Installing the Freedom HF includes the following steps. Ensure that AC and DC power are both OFF. Mount the inverter securely and permanently in one of the acceptable orientations. Connect the Equipment Grounding Terminal to the equipment ground bus. -
Page 19: Basic Installation Procedures
Basic Installation Procedures Xantrex recommends that you have your installation performed by a qualified technician or electrician. This section provides sample installation information as a guide for your installation. For your convenience, the overall procedure is divided into ten main steps: ❐... - Page 20 Basic Installation Procedures Step 1: Designing the Installation Most Freedom HF installations share common components, and some of these are briefly described below. Figure 1 shows some components and Equipment Ground their relationship to each other in a typical recreational vehicle or fleet vehicle installation.
- Page 21 Basic Installation Procedures AC Disconnect and Over-Current Protection Device AC shore power Most safety requirements and electrical codes require the Freedom HF’s A source of 120 volts, 60Hz sine wave alternating current is needed to AC and DC inputs and outputs to be provided with over-current protection provide energy to charge batteries and pass power through to AC loads.
- Page 22 Basic Installation Procedures AC Distribution Panels AC Cabling Most systems incorporate distribution centers both ahead of the Freedom AC cabling includes all the wires and connectors between the AC source HF (the AC source panel) and between the Freedom HF and the loads (the and the Freedom HF, as well as all cabling between the Freedom HF and AC load panel).
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Page 23: Ac Output Neutral Bonding
Basic Installation Procedures AC Output Neutral Bonding DC Cabling The neutral conductor of the Freedom HF’s AC output circuit (i.e., AC This includes all the cables and connectors between the batteries, the DC Output Neutral) is automatically connected to the safety ground during disconnect and over-current protection device, and the Freedom HF. - Page 24 Basic Installation Procedures Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) IMPORTANT: Using the correct cable size is critical to achieving the rated performance of the Freedom HF unit. When starting a heavy load the A GFCI is a device that de-energizes a circuit when a current to ground Freedom HF can draw current surges from the battery of up to 400A.
- Page 25 Basic Installation Procedures Step 2: Choosing a Location for the Unit The Freedom HF should only be installed in locations that meet the following requirements: ❐ Dry. Do not allow water or other fluids to drip or splash on the FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS Freedom HF.
- Page 26 Basic Installation Procedures Step 3: Mounting the Unit To mount the Freedom HF: See page 31 for drip Remove the Freedom HF from its shipping container, verify that all shield installation on components are present, and record relevant product information on Marine applications.
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Page 27: Grounding Locations
Basic Installation Procedures Grounding Locations Connecting the Equipment Ground You must connect the equipment ground stud to a grounding point—usually the vehicle’s chassis or DC negative bus ground—using recommended copper wire (if insulated then green insulation with or without one or more yellow stripes) or larger. - Page 28 Basic Installation Procedures Step 4: Connecting the AC Input Wires If you plan to use the Freedom HF with the GFCI installed on the unit, proceed to “Step 6: Connecting the DC Cables” on page 21. AC wiring includes all the wires and connectors between the AC source and FIRE, SHOCK, AND ENERGY HAZARDS the Freedom HF and all wiring between the inverter, the AC panels, circuit Make sure wiring is disconnected from all electrical sources before...
- Page 29 Basic Installation Procedures The AC input terminal is located on the front panel and is labeled properly When making the AC input and AC output connections, observe the correct as AC IN or AC INPUT. Depending on the model, you can have three types of color code for the appropriate AC wire, as described in Table 5.
- Page 30 Basic Installation Procedures AC Input Connections for the Freedom HF 1000, AC Input Connections for the Freedom HF 1800 T Freedom HF 1055, and Freedom HF 1800 Models Model clamp slot 10mm to circuit breaker to circuit breaker terminal opening Ensure AC and DC power sources are turned off.
- Page 31 Basic Installation Procedures AC Input Connections for the Freedom HF 1055 EMS and Freedom HF 1800 EMS Models ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD Do not alter the AC cord and its three-prong plug. The AC cord is pre- installed and pre-wired to the AC Input terminals of the unit. Do not connect the plug to other than a properly grounded electrical wall outlet.
- Page 32 Basic Installation Procedures Step 5: Connecting AC Output to an Existing AC Circuit A Xantrex-tested and approved GFCI must be connected to the Freedom HF AC output, and on every receptacle connected to the AC hard wired installation. Other types may fail to operate properly when connected to the FIRE, SHOCK, AND ENERGY HAZARDS Freedom HF.
- Page 33 Basic Installation Procedures AC Output Connections for the Freedom HF 1000, AC Output Connections for the Freedom HF 1800 T Freedom HF 1055, and Freedom HF 1800 models Model To make a permanent connection to existing AC wiring: 10mm FREEDOM HF 1000 1800 T clamp slot to circuit...
- Page 34 Basic Installation Procedures AC Output Connections for the Freedom HF 1055 EMS and Freedom HF 1800 EMS Models Repeat steps 5 to 7 for Line and Neutral connections. FREEDOM HF 1800 EMS 10mm Tighten the wire attachment screws to a torque of 1.3–1.8 lbf-ft (1.76– 2.44 Nm).
- Page 35 Basic Installation Procedures Step 6: Connecting the DC Cables The following instructions only apply to the following models: Freedom Follow the procedure given below to connect the battery leads to the 1000, Freedom HF 1055, Freedom HF 1800, and Freedom HF 1800 T. terminals on the DC end.
- Page 36 Basic Installation Procedures To make the DC connections Install a fuse and fuse holder in the cable that will be used for the positive side of the DC circuit. Refer to Figure 5. The fuse must: Make sure the inverter is off and no AC or DC is connected to the unit. •...
- Page 37 Basic Installation Procedures 13. Connect the cable from the negative post of the battery to the negative DC terminal of the inverter. 14. Install the lock washer and nut that are supplied. Tighten the nut to a REVERSE POLARITY DAMAGE torque of 108–120 in-lbf (12.2–13.6 N-m).
- Page 38 Basic Installation Procedures Anderson Connectors DC Grounding The Freedom HF 1055 EMS and 1800 EMS models are pre-wired with an To connect the DC ground: Anderson connector that attaches to matching terminal connectors in The equipment grounding lug on the DC end of the Freedom HF is used to certain trucks and vehicles.
- Page 39 Basic Installation Procedures Inverter Ignition Control (For Freedom HF 1000, 1055, 1800, and 1800 T) The Freedom HF can be wired to inhibit inverter operation in the absence of a vehicle’s (or vessel's) ignition control signal. This feature can avoid unnecessary battery drain that would otherwise occur if the inverter was JUMPER WIRE operated without a charging source such as the vehicle alternator.
- Page 40 Basic Installation Procedures Power Module (For Freedom HF 1055 EMS and Remove the DC wiring cover to expose the ignition control terminals of the DC wiring compartment. 1800 EMS) Unscrew and remove the red jumper wire, using a flat screw driver, in In addition to having the ability to inhibit inverter operation in the absence between terminal A and terminal Ignition Control.
- Page 41 Basic Installation Procedures Strip the auxiliary DC wire and connect it to the left-most terminal DC OUT 12V, 20A. DC OUT 20-amp fuse. JUMPER WIRE This wire connects to a 12-volt DC DO NOT USE Auxiliary DC Wire FREEDOM HF 1800 EMS appliance.
- Page 42 Basic Installation Procedures Step 7: Mounting the Display Panel The communications cable supplied with the display panel is 25 feet (7.62 To mount the display panel: meters) long. If you want to replace the cable with one that is shorter, use a Choose a location that is dry, out of direct sunlight, free from corrosive high quality, six-wire telephone extension cable.
- Page 43 Basic Installation Procedures Step 8: Testing Your Installation Testing in Invert Mode To test the Freedom HF in invert mode: SHOCK HAZARD For hard wired installations, ensure shore power is not present. Pressing the Inverter button to turn OFF the Freedom HF inverter Press the Inverter button to turn the inverter on.
- Page 44 Basic Installation Procedures Testing in Shore Power Mode To test the Freedom HF in shore power mode: ◆ With the appliance from the previous test still connected and operating, connect the shore power source. The Freedom HF transfers the appliances to shore power. The status LED on the display panel will change from yellow to a ten-second flashing yellow and then green.
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Page 45: Drip Shield Installation (For Marine Installations)
Drip Shield Installation (For Marine Installations) The drip shield helps to protect the unit from dripping or splashing liquids, which will cause a shock hazard. Drip shields are especially useful in Different Views) marine installations where water from condensation, rain, or sea may come into contact with the Freedom HF. - Page 46 Drip Shield Installation (For Marine Installations) To install the drip shields: Gather the four screws needed to fasten a single drip shield to a wall. Locate an appropriate setting for the drip shields above the Freedom HF making sure you cover the entire width of the unit. You can overlay the shields as shown in Figure 10 below.
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Page 47: Configuration
Configuration Refer the Owner’s Guide for instructions on configuring the battery type accepted by the unit and on adjusting display, alarm, and charging current settings. 975-0395-01-01... -
Page 48: Marine Installation
Marine Installation Figure 1 illustrates a typical marine installation with the following components: AC power supplied from a shore power connector An AC source panel that includes a Max 30A circuit breaker that supplies the Freedom HF An AC load panel with branch circuit breakers that supply only loads that run off the Freedom HF Engine negative bus / DC ground bus DC Fuse /... -
Page 49: Specifications
Specifications NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Physical Specifications Freedom HF 1000/1055 models Freedom HF 1800 models L × W × H 15.5” (393mm) × 9.5” (241mm)× 4.2” (106mm) 18” (457mm) × 9.5” (241mm)× 4.2” (106mm) Net Weight 10 lbs (4.5 kg) 12.8 lbs (5.8 kg) Environmental Specifications... - Page 50 Specifications NOTE: These specifications refer to inverter mode. DC Input Freedom HF 1000/1055 models Freedom HF 1800 models Operating voltage range for all models 10.5–15.5 VDC (low limit) 10.5–15.5 VDC (low limit) 11.8–15.5 VDC (high limit) 11.8–15.5 VDC (high limit) Operating voltage range for Freedom HF 1800 T 11.8–15.5 VDC (low limit) 12.1–15.5 VDC (high limit)
- Page 51 Specifications NOTE: These specifications refer to charger mode. AC Input Freedom HF 1000/1055 models Freedom HF 1800 models Operating voltage range 90–130 VAC 90–130 VAC Nominal current 5 AAC at 20 A charge, 120 VAC IN 10 AAC at 40 A charge, 120 VAC IN Nominal frequency 60 Hz 60 Hz...
- Page 54 Xantrex Technology USA Inc. 1 800 670 0707 Tel toll free 1 408 987 6030 Tel direct 1 800 994 7828 Fax toll free customerservice@xantrex.com www.xantrex.com 975-0395-01-01 Printed in China...
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