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Xantrex FREEDOM HF 1000 Owner's Manual

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    Tm tm freedom hf inverter/charger owner’s guide freedom hf 1000 freedom hf 1800

  • Page 2: Trademarks

    Iii trademarks xantrex and smart choice for power are trademarks of schneider electric services international sprl, registered in the u.S. And other countries. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and product names are the property of their respective owners and are used herein for identificatio...

  • Page 3: About This

    About this guide iv 975-0390-01-01 about this guide purpose the purpose of this owner’s guide is to provideexplanations and procedures for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting a freedom hf installation*. For complete information to help in setting up a freedom hf installation see the freedom ...

  • Page 4: Conventions Used

    About this guide 975-0390-01-01 v chapter 5 describes how to troubleshoot the freedom hf inverter/ charger during operation. Appendix a contains electrical performance information and product specifications. Conventions used the following conventions are used in this guide. Statement of hazard conta...

  • Page 5: Owner’S

    Vii important safety instructions important: read and save this owner’s guide for future reference. This chapter contains important safety and operating instructions for the freedom hf inverter/charger units – freedom hf 1000 and freedom hf 1800 . 1. B efore installing and using the f reedom hf , re...

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    Safety viii 975-0390-01-01 5. Do not operate the freedom hf if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. 6. Do not disassemble the freedom hf . It contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempting to service the freedom hf yourself may result in a risk of electrical s...

  • Page 7: Warning: B

    Safety 975-0390-01-01 ix personal precautions when working with batteries notes: 1. Remove (or do not remove) cell caps while charging and follow recommended rates of charge. 2. Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches the level specified by the battery manufacturer. This helps to...

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    Safety x 975-0390-01-01 7. Have someone within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery. 8. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes. 9. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection....

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    Safety 975-0390-01-01 xi precautions for using rechargeable appliances some chargers for small rechargeable batteries can be damaged if connected to the freedom hf . Do not use the following with the freedom hf : • small battery-operated appliances like flashlights, razors, and night lights that can...

  • Page 10: Introduction

    975-0390-01-01 xiii important safety instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -vii 1 introduction freedom hf inverter/charger - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2 independent power system - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...

  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    Contents xiv 975-0390-01-01 operating limits - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–8 power output - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–8 input voltage - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ...

  • Page 12: Introduction

    1–1 1 introduction chapter 1 introduces you to the freedom hf , explains the inverting, charging, and power system management functions. It covers the following: • freedom hf ’s major features, and • freedom hf ’s function as an independent power system..

  • Page 13: Freedom Hf Inverter/charger

    1–2 975-0390-01-01 freedom hf inverter/charger congratulations on your purchase of the freedom hf inverter/charger ( freedom hf ). As part of the freedom inverter/charger family, the freedom hf 1000 and freedom hf 1800 give you quality power, worry- free operation, and outstanding reliability. The f...

  • Page 14: Independent Power System

    Independent power system 975-0390-01-01 1–3 overload alarm and shutdown during inverter mode, the freedom hf automatically alerts you if the loads that are connected and drawing power from the unit are close to the maximum operating limit. The freedom hf automatically shuts down when the maximum ope...

  • Page 15: Features

    2–1 2 features chapter 2 contains information and labeled illustrations to help identify the various features of the freedom hf . It covers the following: • materials list, • default settings list, • front panel features, • side panel features, • rear panel features, and • display panel features.

  • Page 16: Materials List

    2–2 975-0390-01-01 materials list your freedom hf inverter/charger package includes the items listed below. • 1 freedom hf inverter/charger unit • 1 display panel with 7-inch (0.17 m) cable • 1 communications cable (25 feet) (7.5 m) • 2 dc terminal covers • 2 strain-relief clamps (for ac input and o...

  • Page 17: Default Settings For The

    Default settings for the freedom hf system 975-0390-01-01 2–3 default settings for the freedom hf system table 2-1 lists the default settings for the freedom hf system. You may record your settings in the right-hand column after you have configured the freedom hf . Front panel table 2-1 freedom hf d...

  • Page 18: Side Panel

    2–4 975-0390-01-01 side panel rear panel feature description 1 15 a supplementary protector provides overload protection for the gfci receptacles. In a hard wired installation, the supplementary protector does not protect output wiring. 2 grounding stud provides a ground path for the freedom hf chas...

  • Page 19: Display Panel

    Display panel 975-0390-01-01 2–5 display panel feature description 1 inverter button is the main unit switch that turns the freedom hf’s inverter function on or off. See page 4–2 for additional information. 2 three-digit led display screen shows status information and fault codes. See page 4–2 for a...

  • Page 20: Configuration

    3–1 3 configuration chapter 3 explains how to configure the freedom hf to best meet your electrical system requirements. It covers the following: • setting battery types on the main unit on page 3–2 . • adjusting display, alarm, and charging current settings on page 3–3 ..

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    3–2 975-0390-01-01 setting battery types on the main unit you can attach different types of lead-acid batteries to the freedom hf . Before installing batteries make sure that you configure the unit to optimize the charging process. The settings can be changed by adjusting the dip switches found on t...

  • Page 22: Adjusting Feature Settings

    Adjusting feature settings 975-0390-01-01 3–3 adjusting feature settings the power and select buttons can be used to: • change the charging current setting, • change the inverter mode setting, • disable or enable the audible alarm, • change the shutdown setting, and • return to factory default setti...

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    3–4 975-0390-01-01 to change the charger’s charging current setting: by default the charging current is set to 55 a. 1. Press and hold the power button for five seconds. The led screen will flash “cur” intermittently. 2. Press the select button once. The led screen will display the present charging ...

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    Adjusting feature settings 975-0390-01-01 3–5 to change the inverter mode setting: by default the inverter mode is set to on. On (“in1”) will put the inverter on standby. This means when shorepower is present, ac shorepower will pass through as ac output. And when shorepower is not available, the in...

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    3–6 975-0390-01-01 4. Continue pressing the select button to cycle through the two settings – “al0” and “al1” until you reach the desired setting. 5. Press and hold the select button for five seconds to make the setting permanent. To adjust the under voltage shutdown setting: by default the low volt...

  • Page 26: Operation

    4–1 4 operation chapter 4 explains how to operate the freedom hf efficiently and effectively. It covers the following: • procedures for operating the inverter from the display panel, • operating limits and inverter loads, • battery charging, and • information about routine maintenance..

  • Page 27: Display Panel Operation

    4–2 975-0390-01-01 display panel operation the freedom hf features a display panel with three-digit led display to show inverter, ac source, and battery status information. Feature description 1 inverter button • press and hold for one second to turn the freedom hf ’s inverter function on or off (wh...

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    Operating in shore power mode 975-0390-01-01 4–3 operating in shore power mode the freedom hf operates in shore power mode when an ac source (a generator or utility power) is present at the ac input terminals. When the ac source is within operating range, the freedom hf unit bypasses inverter functi...

  • Page 29: Operating In Inverter Mode

    4–4 975-0390-01-01 operating in inverter mode the freedom hf is in inverter mode when shore power is not presently available and the unit is using the battery (inverting dc to ac) to power the appliances connected to the freedom hf . The yellow status led lights up to indicate the freedom hf is usin...

  • Page 30: Checking Battery Status

    Operating in inverter mode 975-0390-01-01 4–5 status led during inverter mode the following summarizes the behavior of the status led during inverter mode. Checking battery status during inverter mode, you can check the battery status by pressing the select button until the input voltage led (or inp...

  • Page 31: Checking Output Power

    4–6 975-0390-01-01 checking output power during inverter mode, you can check how much power (displayed in kw) the freedom hf is supplying to the connected loads by pressing the select button until the output power led illuminates. Operating several loads at once if you are going to operate several l...

  • Page 32: Inverter Mode

    Operating during transition between shore power and inverter mode 975-0390-01-01 4–7 operating during transition between shore power and inverter mode the freedom hf ’s advanced power management is capable of transitioning power from an ac source to dc source within a fraction of a second and vice-v...

  • Page 33: Operating Limits

    4–8 975-0390-01-01 operating limits power output the freedom hf can deliver up to 1000 watts ( freedom hf 1000 ) or 1800 watts ( freedom hf 1800 ) continuous power. The wattage rating applies to resistive loads such as incandescent lights. Input voltage the allowable freedom hf input voltage ranges ...

  • Page 34: Inverter Loads

    Inverter loads 975-0390-01-01 4–9 inverter loads the freedom hf will operate most ac loads within its power rating of 1000 watts ( freedom hf 1000 ) or 1800 watts ( freedom hf 1800 ). However, some appliances and equipment may be difficult to operate, and other appliances may actually be damaged if ...

  • Page 35: Trouble Loads

    4–10 975-0390-01-01 trouble loads some appliances, including the types listed below, may be damaged if they are connected to the freedom hf : • speed controllers found in some fans, power tools, kitchen appliances, and other loads may be damaged. • some chargers for small rechargeable batteries can ...

  • Page 36: Battery Charging

    Battery charging 975-0390-01-01 4–11 battery charging battery charging is possible only when shore power is present and the freedom hf unit is connected to a battery (or battery bank). The frequency of battery charging is determined by how much energy in the battery is used up during inverting. When...

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    4–12 975-0390-01-01 table 4-2 below illustrates the battery charging status as shown on the status led and display screen. Table 4-3 below illustrates the battery charging voltage and current settings. Table 4-2 battery charging status led status led display screen condition solid green ful battery ...

  • Page 38: Routine Maintenance

    Routine maintenance 975-0390-01-01 4–13 routine maintenance freedom hf unit minimal maintenance is required to keep your freedom hf operating properly. Periodically you should: • clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth to prevent the accumulation of dust and dirt. • ensure that the dc cable...

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    5–1 5 troubleshooting chapter 5 describes how to troubleshoot the freedom hf inverter/charger during operation. It covers the following: • general troubleshooting guidelines, • common problems, • warning messages, • troubleshooting references, and • inverter applications (loads)..

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    5–2 975-0390-01-01 general troubleshooting guidelines this section will help you narrow down the source of any problem you encounter. Before contacting xantrex, please work through the steps listed below: 1. Check for any error codes displayed on the display screen. If a message is displayed, record...

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    General troubleshooting guidelines 975-0390-01-01 5–3 3. If your freedom hf is not displaying an error code, check the following to make sure the present state of the installation allows proper operation: • is the inverter located in a clean, dry, adequately ventilated place? • are the battery cable...

  • Page 42: Common Problems

    5–4 975-0390-01-01 common problems buzz in audio equipment some inexpensive stereo systems may emit a buzzing noise from their loudspeakers when operated from the freedom hf . This occurs because the power supply in the audio system does not adequately filter the modified sine wave produced by the i...

  • Page 43: Warning Messages

    Warning messages 975-0390-01-01 5–5 warning messages warning messages in the form of audible alarms and error codes that appear on the display panel screen to alert you to an impending system change. Warnings do not affect operation. With the exception of the error codes displayed on the screen, onl...

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    5–6 975-0390-01-01 e07 over-temperature warning inverting • reduce the loads connected to the ac outlet of the unit. • check that the ventilation grille is not blocked. • check for ambient temperature and move the unit to a cooler location whenever possible. E08 not used e09 not used e10 high batter...

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    Warning messages 975-0390-01-01 5–7 for error codes e01 to e04: • the unit will stop inverting, and • the display screen and the alarm will turn off after 30 seconds. For error codes e10 and e11: • the unit will stop charging, but • the error code will still show on the display screen and the alarm ...

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting Reference

    5–8 975-0390-01-01 troubleshooting reference elextrical shock and energy hazard do not disassemble the freedom hf . It does not contain any user- serviceable parts. Attempting to service the unit yourself could failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury. Result in an ...

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    Troubleshooting reference 975-0390-01-01 5–9 no output voltage. The status led is green or yellow. Gfci has tripped or 15a supplementary breaker has tripped. Circuit breaker on the ac load panel or ac output disconnect has tripped. Battery voltage is too low ( inverting. Display screen may show dc v...

  • Page 48: Inverter Applications

    5–10 975-0390-01-01 inverter applications the freedom hf performs differently depending on the ac loads connected to it. If you are having problems with any of your loads, read this section. Resistive loads these are the loads that the inverter finds the simplest and most efficient to drive. Voltage...

  • Page 49: Motor Loads

    Inverter applications 975-0390-01-01 5–11 motor loads induction motors (motors without brushes) require two to six times their running current on start up. The most demanding are those that start under load (e.G. Compressors and pumps). Of the capacitor start motors (typical in drill presses, band s...

  • Page 50: Specifications

    A–1 a specifications appendix a contains electrical performance information and product specifications. Note: specifications are subject to change without notice..

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    A–2 975-0390-01-01 electrical specifications: inverter mode dc input freedom hf 1000 freedom hf 1800 operating voltage range 10.5v–15.5v 10.5v–15.5v safe non-operating voltage range 0–16 vdc 0–16 vdc normal voltage 12.5v 12.5v nominal current at full load 100a 180a ac output freedom hf 1000 freedom ...

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    Electrical specifications: charge mode 975-0390-01-01 a–3 electrical specifications: charge mode ac input freedom hf 1000 freedom hf 1800 operating voltage range 90–130 vac 90–130 vac nominal current 5aac at 20a charge, 120 vac in 10aac at 40a charge, 120 vac in nominal frequency 60 hz 60 hz dc outp...

  • Page 53: Environmental Specifications

    A–4 975-0390-01-01 environmental specifications system specifications physical specifications regulatory approvals ambient temperature: operating temperature range storage temperature range 0–40 ºc -20–60 ºc, with output derated above 25 °c -40–70 ºc humidity: operation/storage 5–95% rh, non-condens...

  • Page 54: Inverter Overload Operation

    Inverter overload operation 975-0390-01-01 a–5 inverter overload operation this graph shows how long (measured in seconds) the freedom hf will operate for a given output current (measured in amps). Both freedom hf 1000 and freedom hf 1800 are represented in the illustration below. The graph illustra...

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    A–6 975-0390-01-01 invert power derating vs. Ambient temperature if the unit is in inverter mode and in elevated ambient temperature above 25 °c, you will have to reduce power draw according to the following chart to avoid over-temperature shutdown. 0 watts freedom hf 1000 50 °c 25 30 35 40 45 1000 ...

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    Charger output current vs. Ac input voltage 975-0390-01-01 a–7 charger output current vs. Ac input voltage when the freedom hf is charging batteries from a weak shore power source the ac voltage may fall as the freedom hf draws current. To reduce the chance of the shore power voltage collapsing belo...