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Xanter 806-1020 Installation Manual

Manual is about: Freedom HF Inverter/Chargers

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    Tm tm freedom hf inverter/chargers installation guide product image shown may vary from actual product. See features for comparisons. Model numbers 806-1020, 806-1055, 806-1055-02 806-1840, 806-1840-01, 806-1840-02 freedom hf install guide.Book page 1 thursday, november 24, 2011 11:06 am.

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    975-0395-01-01 i installationtrademarks xantrex and smart choice for power are trademarks of schneider electric, registered in the united states and other countries. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and product names are the property of their respective owners and are used herein for identif...

  • Page 4: About This Guide

    Ii freedom hf installation guide about this guide purpose the purpose of this installation guide is to provideexplanations and procedures for installing and configuring a freedom hf inverter/charger for recreational, fleet vehicle, or marine installations. Scope the guide provides safety guidelines,...

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    975-0395-01-01 iii related information you can find more information about xantrex technology inc. As well as its products and services at www.Xantrex.Com. Statement of hazard contains statements of avoidance or strict compliance. Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or damag...

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    Iv freedom hf installation guide important safety instructions important: r ead and save this i nstallation g uide for future reference . This chapter contains important safety instructions for the freedom hf inverter/charger (freedom hf). Each time, before using the freedom hf, read all instruction...

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    975-0395-01-01 v notes: 1. Follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on the engine. 2. This inverter/charger contains components wh...

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    Vi freedom hf installation guide precautions when working with batteries notes: 1. Mount and place the freedom hf inverter/charger unit away from batteries in a well ventilated compartment. 2. Always have someone within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lea...

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    975-0395-01-01 vii precautions when preparing to charge notes: • study and follow all of the battery manufacturer's specific precautions, such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging, whether equalization is acceptable for your battery, and recommended rates of charge. • for flooded non...

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    Viii freedom hf installation guide 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. The freedom hf inverter/charger is intended to be used for mo...

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    975-0395-01-01 ix fcc information to the user this equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class b digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the fcc rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. ...

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  • Page 13: Contents

    Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Iv materials list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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  • Page 15: Materials List

    975-0395-01-01 1 this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. Materials list your freedom hf inverter/charger package includes the items listed below. • one freedom hf 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

    2 freedom hf installation guide safety instructions • before you begin the installation, review the “important safety instructions” on page iv, and read this entire section so you can plan your installation from beginning to end. • disconnect all ac and dc power sources to prevent accidental shock. ...

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    975-0395-01-01 3 this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. 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 1 terminals that are availa...

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    4 freedom hf installation guide high level overview of installation steps installing the freedom hf includes the following steps. 1. Ensure that ac and dc power are both off. 2. Mount the inverter securely and permanently in one of the acceptable orientations. 3. Connect the equipment grounding term...

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    975-0395-01-01 5 this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. 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 you...

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    6 freedom hf installation guide 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 their relationship to each other in a typical recreational vehicle...

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    975-0395-01-01 7 basic installation procedures this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. Ac shore power a source of 120 volts, 60hz sine wave alternating current is needed to provide energy to charge batteries and pass power through to ac loads. This source is usually the utility grid (...

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    8 freedom hf installation guide basic installation procedures ac distribution panels most systems incorporate distribution centers both ahead of the freedom hf (the ac source panel) and between the freedom hf and the loads (the ac load panel). An ac source panel includes a main circuit breaker, whic...

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    975-0395-01-01 9 basic installation procedures this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. Ac output neutral bonding the neutral conductor of the freedom hf’s ac output circuit (i.E., ac output neutral) is automatically connected to the safety ground during inverter operation. When ac uti...

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    10 freedom hf installation guide basic installation procedures dc disconnects and over-current devices the dc circuit from the battery to the freedom hf must be equipped with a disconnect and over-current device. This usually consists of a circuit breaker, a “fused-disconnect,” or a separate fuse an...

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    975-0395-01-01 11 basic installation procedures this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. 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 th...

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    12 freedom hf installation guide basic installation procedures step 3: mounting the unit to mount the freedom hf: 1. Remove the freedom hf from its shipping container, verify that all components are present, and record relevant product information on “information about your system” in the owner’s gu...

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    975-0395-01-01 13 basic installation procedures this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. Connecting the equipment ground the freedom hf has a ground stud on the side of the unit as shown in figure 3. Follow the guidelines in “grounding locations” to connect the inverter’s chassis to th...

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    14 freedom hf installation guide basic installation procedures step 4: connecting the ac input wires general ac wiring considerations ac wiring connectors where applicable, connect ac wires with crimp-on splice connectors. The amount of insulation you strip off individual wires will be specified by ...

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    975-0395-01-01 15 basic installation procedures this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. The ac input terminal is located on the front panel and is labeled properly as ac in or ac input. Depending on the model, you can have three types of wire terminals. • the freedom hf 1000, freedom ...

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    16 freedom hf installation guide basic installation procedures ac input connections for the freedom hf 1000, freedom hf 1055, and freedom hf 1800 models 1. Ensure ac and dc power sources are turned off. 2. Install the required circuit breaker in the ac distribution panel supplying ac power to the un...

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    975-0395-01-01 17 basic installation procedures this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. Ac input connections for the freedom hf 1055 ems and freedom hf 1800 ems models 1. Ensure ac and dc power sources are turned off. 2. Connect the three-prong plug to an ac wall outlet. Electric shoc...

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    18 freedom hf installation guide basic installation procedures step 5: connecting ac output to an existing ac circuit do not connect the freedom hf to an ac branch circuit that has high- power consumption loads. The freedom hf will not operate electric heaters, air conditioners, stoves, and other el...

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    975-0395-01-01 19 basic installation procedures this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. Ac output connections for the freedom hf 1000, freedom hf 1055, and freedom hf 1800 models to make a permanent connection to existing ac wiring: 1. Ensure ac and dc power sources are turned off. 2....

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    20 freedom hf installation guide basic installation procedures ac output connections for the freedom hf 1055 ems and freedom hf 1800 ems models 1. Ensure ac and dc power sources are turned off. 2. Install the required circuit breaker in the inverter distribution panel receiving ac power from the inv...

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    975-0395-01-01 21 basic installation procedures this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. Step 6: connecting the dc cables the following instructions only apply to the following models: freedom hf 1000 , freedom hf 1055 , freedom hf 1800, and freedom hf 1800 t. Follow the procedure give...

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    22 freedom hf installation guide basic installation procedures to make the dc connections refer to figure 5. 1. Make sure the inverter is off and no ac or dc is connected to the unit. 2. Remove the nuts and washers from the freedom hf positive and negative dc terminals. 3. Strip 1/2 inch (13 mm) to ...

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    975-0395-01-01 23 basic installation procedures this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. 12. Before proceeding, double check that the cable you have just installed connects the positive dc terminal of the inverter to the disconnect/ battery selector switch, fuse holder, and that the ot...

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    24 freedom hf installation guide basic installation procedures anderson connectors the freedom hf 1055 ems and 1800 ems models are pre-wired with an anderson 1 connector that attaches to matching terminal connectors in certain trucks and vehicles. Dc grounding to connect the dc ground: the equipment...

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    975-0395-01-01 25 basic installation procedures this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. 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...

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    26 freedom hf installation guide basic installation procedures 5. Remove the dc wiring cover to expose the ignition control terminals of the dc wiring compartment. 6. Unscrew and remove the red jumper wire, using a flat screw driver, in between terminal a and terminal ignition control. The jumper wi...

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    975-0395-01-01 27 basic installation procedures this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. 6. Strip the vehicle’s ignition control wire and connect it to the middle terminal ignition control. Note: do not make any external connections to terminal disabled. This can result in non-warranty...

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    28 freedom hf installation guide basic installation procedures step 7: mounting the display panel the communications cable supplied with the display panel is 25 feet (7.62 meters) long. If you want to replace the cable with one that is shorter, use a high quality, six-wire telephone extension cable....

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    975-0395-01-01 29 basic installation procedures this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. Step 8: testing your installation there are two tests to be performed. The first test verifies that the freedom hf is inverting dc battery power and delivering ac power to its output. The second te...

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    30 freedom hf installation guide 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. Th...

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    975-0395-01-01 31 this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. 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 marine installations where...

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    32 freedom hf installation guide drip shield installation (for marine installations) to install the drip shields: 1. Gather the four screws needed to fasten a single drip shield to a wall. 2. Locate an appropriate setting for the drip shields above the freedom hf making sure you cover the entire wid...

  • Page 47: Configuration

    975-0395-01-01 33 this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. 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. Freedom hf install guide.Book page 33 thursday, novembe...

  • Page 48: Marine Installation

    34 freedom hf installation guide marine installation figure 1 illustrates a typical marine installation with the following components: 1. Ac power supplied from a shore power connector 2. An ac source panel that includes a max 30a circuit breaker that supplies the freedom hf 3. An ac load panel with...

  • Page 49: Specifications

    975-0395-01-01 35 this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. 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” ...

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    36 freedom hf installation guide 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) 11.8–15.5 vdc (high limit) 10.5–15.5 vdc (low limit) 11.8–15.5 vdc (high lim...

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    975-0395-01-01 37 specifications this g u id e for u se by qu alifi ed installers only. 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 ...

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    975-0395-01-01 printed in china 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 freedom hf install guide.Book page ii thursday, november 24, 2011 11:06 am.