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Xantrex ACCB-L Owner's Manual

Manual is about: Sine Wave Plus Long AC Conduit Box

Summary of ACCB-L

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    Sine wave plus long ac conduit box owner’s guide owner’s guide accb-l accb-l-l1.

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    Sine wave plus long ac conduit box owner’s guide.

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    About xantrex xantrex technology inc. Is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to one mw utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-a...

  • Page 5: About This Guide

    973-0031-01-01 rev a iii about this guide purpose the purpose of this owner’s guide is to provideexplanations and procedures for installing, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the sine wave plus long ac conduit box. Scope the guide provides safety guidelines, and procedures for installing a...

  • Page 6: Conventions Used

    About this guide iv 973-0031-01-01 rev a conventions used the following conventions are used in this guide. Abbreviations and acronyms related information you can find more information about xantrex technology inc. As well as its products and services at www.Xantrex.Com. Warning warnings identify co...

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    Safety 973-0031-01-01 rev a v important safety instructions 1. Before installing the long ac conduit box, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the long ac conduit box and all appropriate sections of this guide. 2. Do not expose the long ac conduit box to rain, snow, or spray. 3. To reduc...

  • Page 8: Explosive Gas Precautions

    Safety vi 973-0031-01-01 rev a explosive gas precautions 1. Working in the vicinity of lead-acid batteries is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal operation. Therefore, you must read this guide and follow the instructions exactly before installing the long ac conduit box. 2. T...

  • Page 9: Contents

    973-0031-01-01 rev a vii important safety instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -v 1 introduction introduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2 specific...

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    Contents viii 973-0031-01-01 rev a 3 operation the ac bypass switch - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–2 operating the ac bypass switch - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–2 normal ...

  • Page 11: Figures

    973-0031-01-01 rev a ix figure 1-1 the sine wave plus accb-l basic- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2 figure 1-2 the sine wave plus long ac conduit box (accb-l-l1, and accb-l-l2)- - - - - - - - 1–3 figure 1-3 accb-l dimensions (not to scale) - - - - - - - - - ...

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  • Page 13: Tables

    973-0031-01-01 rev a xi table 1-1 operational and environmental specifications for the accb-l, accb-l-l1, and accb-l-l2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–4 table 2-1 torque values for wiring- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ...

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  • Page 15: Introduction

    1 introduction chapter 1, “introduction” provides a basic introduction to the design and purpose of the sine wave plus long ac conduit box (accb-l). The following topics are covered in this chapter. For this topic: see: “introduction” page 1–2 “specifications” page 1–4 “ac bypass switch assembly” pa...

  • Page 16: Introduction

    Introduction 1–2 973-0031-01-01 rev a introduction the sine wave plus long ac conduit box (accb-l and accb-l-l1) connects to the ac side of a sine wave plus inverter and accepts ac conduit runs. It is designed to protect the wiring connections to the inverter and provides room for up to nine additio...

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    Introduction 973-0031-01-01 rev a 1–3 figure 1-2 the sine wave plus long ac conduit box (accb-l-l1, and accb-l-l2) accb-l-l1 accb-l-l2 accb-l-l2 is created by installing the accb-l2-pck to the accb-l-l1. Accb-l2-pck consists of the following: ❐ second ac bypass switch assembly only (including wiring...

  • Page 18: Specifications

    Introduction 1–4 973-0031-01-01 rev a specifications the following table contains the specifications for the accb-l, the accb-l-l1, and the accb-l-l2. The accb-l-l2 is not available pre-built from the factory, but is created by field-installing an accb-l2-pck into a accb-l-l1 model. Table 1-1 operat...

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    Specifications 973-0031-01-01 rev a 1–5 ratings 120/240 vac/60 hz., split- phase, 60 amp pass-thru 120/240 vac/60 hz., split- phase, 60 amp pass-thru 120/240 vac/60 hz., split- phase, 60 amp pass-thru regulatory certified by csa to ul 1741- 2001 (first edition) and csa c22.2 no. 107.1-01 certified b...

  • Page 20: Ac Bypass Switch Assembly

    Introduction 1–6 973-0031-01-01 rev a ac bypass switch assembly the ac bypass switch assembly in the accb-l-l1 is designed for 120 vac applications and comes with two 60-amp circuit breakers (one spst and one dpst). The breaker pair is equipped with a lockout rocker that allows only one breaker to b...

  • Page 21: Blockoff Plates

    Blockoff plates 973-0031-01-01 rev a 1–7 blockoff plates upper and lower blockoff plates are included to enclose the open portions of the long ac conduit box chassis. In the event that an inverter is removed for service, the blockoff plates secure the enclosure to prevent accidental contact with any...

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  • Page 23: Installation

    2 installation chapter 2, “installation” provides installation and wiring instructions for the sine wave plus long ac conduit box. The following topics are covered in this chapter. For this topic: see: “preparing for the installation” page 2–2 “configuration planning” page 2–3 “installing or removin...

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    Installation 2–2 973-0031-01-01 rev a preparing for the installation code compliance governing installation codes vary depending on the location and type of installation. Electrical installations must meet local and national wiring codes. Installations of this equipment should only be performed by s...

  • Page 25: Configuration Planning

    Configuration planning 973-0031-01-01 rev a 2–3 configuration planning wiring scenarios will depend upon the configuration of the overall system (i.E., off grid or on grid, and output requirements). Pre-installation and mounting instructions apply to all configurations. Follow the instructions from ...

  • Page 26: Pre-Installation

    Installation 2–4 973-0031-01-01 rev a pre-installation location be sure to allow sufficient space for the long ac conduit box to be mounted directly adjacent to the inverter’s ac side. Be sure to leave room for expansion if necessary. Also consider the additional weight and ventilation space require...

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    Pre-installation 973-0031-01-01 rev a 2–5 ventilation requirements minimum clearance for ventilation around the long ac conduit box must be at least 12 inches (305 mm) at the top, the ends, and in front. This clearance is needed to prevent recirculating hot air from the inverter’s exhaust (dc side) ...

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    Installation 2–6 973-0031-01-01 rev a removing and replacing the cover remove the top cover to install additional breakers and to connect the ac wiring of the long ac conduit box to the sine wave plus inverter. Follow the diagram below to locate and remove, or replace, the appropriate screws and was...

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    Pre-installation 973-0031-01-01 rev a 2–7 installing or removing the blockoff plates the unit is shipped with both upper and lower blockoff plates installed. If you are installing a single-inverter system, remove the upper blockoff plate only. If you are installing a dual-inverter system, then remov...

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    Installation 2–8 973-0031-01-01 rev a knockout preparation knockout preparation should be done before mounting either the inverter or the long ac conduit box. 1. Remove the appropriate knockouts from the ac side of the inverter for cabling from the long ac conduit box terminal block to the inverter ...

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    Pre-installation 973-0031-01-01 rev a 2–9 figure 2-6 knockouts locations top front cover 3/4" and 1" dual-knockouts (x6 ea) outside wall of accb-l base inside wall of accb-l (closest to inverter) upper blockoff plate rectangular knockout 2" knockout rectangle knockouts for square d circuit breakers ...

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    Installation 2–10 973-0031-01-01 rev a installing additional breakers if additional ac circuit breakers are to be installed for specific ac loads or a generator disconnect, then install them per the manufacturer’s instructions on the din rail in the space to the left of the factory-installed ac bypa...

  • Page 33: Mounting

    Mounting 973-0031-01-01 rev a 2–11 mounting the long ac conduit box is designed to mount directly to the ac side of a sine wave plus inverter. However, the sw plus inverter can weigh up to 136 pounds (62 kg). The accb-l weighs up to 27 lbs (12.2 kg). Ensure the supporting surface is strong enough to...

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    Installation 2–12 973-0031-01-01 rev a 3. Lift the inverter and place the mounting holes in the rail directly over the mounting hooks on the panel and lower into place. 4. Install four ¼-20 phillips screws provided with the panel, into the mounting holes of the long ac conduit box, but do not fully ...

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    Mounting 973-0031-01-01 rev a 2–13 mounting on plywood to mount the long ac conduit box on plywood: 1. With the help of another person, lift the inverter and mount it into place. Secure it to the plywood with #10 wood screws (14 total - length to penetrate 1½ inches or more into the studs.) see the ...

  • Page 36: Wiring - General

    Installation 2–14 973-0031-01-01 rev a wiring - general the accb-l comes with a ground bar only. The accb-l-l1 is pre-wired at the factory and ready for connection to one sine wave plus inverter/charger. The factory-installed wires are labeled to assist with the installation procedure. See figure 2-...

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    Wiring - general 973-0031-01-01 rev a 2–15 wire sizes and disconnect requirements the ac input/output terminal block in the accb-l-l1 accept wires sized #2/0 to 14 awg. The ground bar in both models has nine holes and accepts #4 to 14 awg wires. The ac bus bar (for neutral and hot connections) has d...

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    Installation 2–16 973-0031-01-01 rev a figure 2-11 accb-l approved internal components din rail (part of chassis - all models) note: the accb-l comes with the ground bar only. Some other mechanical components can be pur- chased from xantrex (if part numbers were given above) or from the local electr...

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    Wiring - general 973-0031-01-01 rev a 2–17 figure 2-12 accb-l-l1 internal components (factory installed) din rail (part of chassis - all models) ac input/output terminals ground bar ac bus bar (l1 h ot ) ac bus bar (neutral) ac bypass switch assembly n eutral wire - connects to the sw plus inverter ...

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    Installation 2–18 973-0031-01-01 rev a figure 2-13 accb-l-l1 internal components with the optional accb-l2-pkg installed accb-l2-pck - field-installed ac bypass switch assembly (for inverter #2) (l2)* optional field-installed, ac bus bar (l2 h ot ) field-installed g round wire - connects to the sw p...

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    Wiring for off-grid applications 973-0031-01-01 rev a 2–19 wiring for off-grid applications the following illustrations show the wiring examples for six basic off-grid configurations using the accb-l-l1 with a minimum number of breakers installed for clarity. For other possible configurations, consu...

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    Installation 2–20 973-0031-01-01 rev a the following illustration shows the complete wiring for the accb-l-l1 and sw plus inverter in an off-grid configuration. This illustration includes the use of field-installed circuit breakers in the accb-l-l1 for ac distribution, instead of using a separate su...

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    Wiring for off-grid applications 973-0031-01-01 rev a 2–21 step-down configurations (240 vac to 120 vac) the following illustration shows the complete wiring for the accb-l-l1, tx autotransformer, and a sw plus inverter for a step-down configuration to use a 240 vac-only generator. Figure 2-16 wirin...

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    Installation 2–22 973-0031-01-01 rev a the following illustration shows the complete wiring for the accb-l-l1, tx autotransformer, and a sw plus inverter for a step-down configuration to use a 240 vac-only generator. This configuration uses the accb-l-l1 as the sub panel. Figure 2-17 wiring an off-g...

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    Wiring for off-grid applications 973-0031-01-01 rev a 2–23 step-up configuration (deep well pump) (120 vac to 240 vac) the following illustration shows the complete wiring for the accb-l-l1, tx autotransformer, and a sw plus inverter for a step-up configuration to provide power for a 240 vac load. F...

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    Installation 2–24 973-0031-01-01 rev a dual inverter configurations (120 vac and 240 vac) the following illustration shows the complete wiring for the accb-l-l2 (accb-l-l1 with accb-l2-pck installed) and dual sw plus inverters in an off-grid application. In this configuration, the generator’s output...

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    Wiring for on-grid applications 973-0031-01-01 rev a 2–25 wiring for on-grid applications the following illustrations show the complete wiring to the six basic on-grid configurations. For other possible configurations, consult a qualified electrician or a xantrex certified dealer (see www.Xantrexred...

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    Installation 2–26 973-0031-01-01 rev a the following illustration shows the complete wiring for the accb-l-l1 and sw plus inverter in an on-grid configuration. This diagram includes the use of a generator disconnect breaker and load breakers in the accb-l-l1. Figure 2-21 wiring an on-grid applicatio...

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    Wiring for on-grid applications 973-0031-01-01 rev a 2–27 step-up configurations (utility backup) (120 vac to 240 vac) the following illustration shows the complete wiring for the accb-l-l1, tx autotransformer, and a sw plus inverter for a step-up configuration to provide power for a 240 vac load. F...

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    Installation 2–28 973-0031-01-01 rev a dual inverter configurations (120 vac and 240 vac) the following illustration shows the complete wiring for the accb-l-l2 (accb-l-l1 with accb-l2-pckinstalled) and dual sw plus inverters in an on- grid application. In this configuration, the utility grid is con...

  • Page 51: Additional Accessory Wiring

    Additional accessory wiring 973-0031-01-01 rev a 2–29 additional accessory wiring if you have any of the following accessories connected (or to be connected) to your inverter, then you will also need to pass their connecting cables through the long ac conduit box to the ac side of the inverter: • ge...

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    Installation 2–30 973-0031-01-01 rev a figure 2-25 accessory wiring for dual-inverter configurations see "important" note in figure 2-24. Inverter stacking cable - series (isc-s).

  • Page 53: Operation

    3 operation chapter 3, “operation” describes the different modes and operation of the ac bypass switch(es) on the accb-l-l1, or for the second ac bypass switch (accb-l-l2) if installed. The following topics are covered in this chapter. For this topic: see: “the ac bypass switch” page 3–2 “operating ...

  • Page 54: The Ac Bypass Switch

    Operation 3–2 973-0031-01-01 rev a the ac bypass switch during normal operation (figure 3-2 on page 3–3), ac power passes from the single external ac source (generator or grid) through the inverter to the ac loads. The inverter monitors the incoming power and uses this power to keep the batteries ch...

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    Operating the ac bypass switch 973-0031-01-01 rev a 3–3 normal operation external ac power passes to the ac bypass switch through the inverter to power the load (figure 3-2). In this configuration, power passes from the inverter, through the ac bypass switch, to the connected load. When external ac ...

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    Operation 3–4 973-0031-01-01 rev a ac input/output off no power to the load or inverter (figure 3-4). In this configuration, power from both the external sources of ac and the inverter is removed from the loads. This allows the inverter that is connected to the ac bypass breaker to be removed for se...

  • Page 57: Warranty

    973-0031-01-01 rev a wa–1 warranty and return information warranty what does this warranty cover? This limited warranty is provided by xantrex technology, inc. ("xantrex") and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your sine wave plus long ac conduit box. This warranty period lasts for two (...

  • Page 58: Disclaimer

    Warranty and return wa–2 973-0031-01-01 rev a what does this warranty not cover? This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal, installation, or troubleshooting of the customer's electrical systems. This warranty does not apply to and xantre...

  • Page 59: Return Procedure

    Warranty and return 973-0031-01-01 rev a wa–3 return material authorization policy before returning a product directly to xantrex you must obtain a return material authorization (rma) number and the correct factory "ship to" address. Products must also be shipped prepaid. Product shipments will be r...

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    Warranty and return wa–4 973-0031-01-01 rev a information about your system as soon as you open your sine wave plus long ac conduit box package, record the following information and be sure to keep your proof of purchase. If you need to contact customer service, please record the following details b...

  • Page 61: Index

    A abbreviations and acronyms iv ac bypass switch assembly 1–6 ac conduit box - long (accb-l) introduction 1–2 specifications 1–4 ac disconnect breakers 1–2 ac load breakers 2–10 additional accessory wiring 2–29 additional breakers in the accb-l 2–10 auxiliary load module (alm), wiring for 2–29 b blo...

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    Index ix–2 973-0031-01-01 rev a t tools required for installation 2–2 v ventilation requirements 2–5 w warranty out of warranty service wa–3 terms and conditions wa–1 wiring additional accessories 2–29 x xantrex web site iv.

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    Xantrex technology inc. 1 800 670 0707 tel toll free na 1 360 925 5097 tel direct 1 800 994 7828 fax toll free na 1 360 925 5143 fax direct customerservice@xantrex.Com www.Xantrex.Com 973-0031-01-01 pc printed in usa.