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Xantrex XW4024-230-50 Installation Manual - Installation

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    Xantrex™ xw hybrid inverter/charger xantrex xw4024 230 50 xantrex xw4548 230 50 xantrex xw6048 230 50 installation guide www.Schneider-electric.Com.

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    Your schneider electric distributor soligent 800-967-6917 www.Soligent.Net.

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    Xantrex xw hybrid inverter/charger installation guide www.Schneider-electric.Com.

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    Copyright and contact trademarks schneider electric , the schneider electric logo , xantrex , and xanbus are trademarks or registered trademarks of the schneider electric group of companies. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and product names are the property of their respective owners and ar...

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    Iii this manual for use by qualified personnel only about this guide purpose the purpose of this installation guide is to provide explanations and procedures for installing the schneider electric xantrex xw power system. Scope this guide provides safety guidelines, detailed planning, and procedures ...

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    About this guide iv 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only related information for additional information about operating the xantrex xw inverter/charger, see the xantrex xw inverter/charger operation guide (975-0385-01-02). For more information about related components, refe...

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    V this manual for use by qualified personnel only important safety instructions save these instructions 1. Before using the xantrex xw series inverter/charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the xantrex xw series inverter/charger and the batteries, as well as all appropriate sectio...

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    Vii this manual for use by qualified personnel only important safety instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - v 1 introduction system overview- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ...

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    Contents viii 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only auxiliary (aux) port - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–26 aux+12v voltage supply - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ...

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    This manual for use by qualified personnel only 1 introduction chapter 1, “introduction” lists and describes the components and basic features of the xantrex xw power system. For this topic see.... “system overview” page 1–2 “system components and accessories” page 1–4.

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    Introduction 1–2 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only system overview the xantrex xw power system consists of several devices, components, and optional accessories that, when installed together, create a renewable energy power system that can be customized to suit nearly an...

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    System overview 975-0384-01-02 1–3 this manual for use by qualified personnel only figure 1-2 xantrex xw power system installation with renewable energy example ba t + pv + bat – pv – xw solar charge controller hybrid inverter / charger g ri d ( ac1) g e n ( ac2) fau lt / wa rnin g equ ali z e batt ...

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    Introduction 1–4 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only system components and accessories xantrex xw inverter/charger the xantrex xw inverter/charger is a modular “building block” sine-wave inverter/charger that can be used for both residential and commercial stand-alone, gri...

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    System components and accessories 975-0384-01-02 1–5 this manual for use by qualified personnel only xantrex xw conduit box the xantrex xw conduit box (part number 865-1025) is available to enclose the bottom of the xantrex xw inverter/charger and protect the cabling. Use of the conduit box may be r...

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    Introduction 1–6 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only xantrex xw system control panel the xantrex xw system control panel (part number 865-1050) features a graphical, backlit liquid crystal display that shows system configuration and diagnostic information for all devices c...

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    System components and accessories 975-0384-01-02 1–7 this manual for use by qualified personnel only generator the generator should be a 230v, single-phase generator with automatic starting capabilities. Generator compatibility the xantrex xw automatic generator start supports most two- and three-wi...

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    This manual for use by qualified personnel only 2 inverter/charger installation chapter 2, “inverter/charger installation” describes how to mount and install the xantrex xw inverter/charger. For this topic see... “pre-installation” page 2–2 “step 1: installing the mounting plate” page 2–4 “step 2: m...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–2 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only pre-installation before installing the xantrex xw inverter/charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings located in this manual. Location the xantrex xw inverter/charger is certified for indoor ...

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    Pre-installation 975-0384-01-02 2–3 this manual for use by qualified personnel only clearance requirements provide a minimum clearance of 150 mm (300 mm is preferred) around the top and 150 mm at the bottom of the inverter for ventilation. The front of the inverter must have at least one meter of cl...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–4 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only step 1: installing the mounting plate each xantrex xw inverter/charger requires a separate mounting plate. This bracket is first attached to the wall, and then the inverter/charger is attached to the wal...

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    Step 1: installing the mounting plate 975-0384-01-02 2–5 this manual for use by qualified personnel only figure 2-2 mounting plate dimensions 432 233 175 45 153 57 406 all measurements in mm 19 49 115.

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–6 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only figure 2-3 mounting the bracket for the xantrex xw inverter/charger or distribution panel wall studs 400 mm on center behind wallboard add 20 mm plywood if additional support is needed. Side view wall st...

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    Step 2: mounting the inverter 975-0384-01-02 2–7 this manual for use by qualified personnel only step 2: mounting the inverter figure 2-4 mounting the xantrex xw inverter/charger 2 align the flange on the back of the xantrex xw inverter/charger with the bottom edge of the mounting plate. Lower the f...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–8 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only step 3: installing communications cables two types of communication cables must be installed, depending on your installation requirements: 1. Xantrex xanbus™ network cables—to connect the xantrex xw inve...

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    Step 3: installing communications cables 975-0384-01-02 2–9 this manual for use by qualified personnel only xantrex xanbus network components a xantrex xanbus network consists of the following components: • xantrex xanbus-enabled devices—these include the xantrex xw system control panel, the xantrex...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–10 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only network layout each device on the network is linked with separate lengths of xantrex xanbus cable, as shown in figure 2-7. Two terminators are required to ensure the communication signal quality on the ...

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    Step 3: installing communications cables 975-0384-01-02 2–11 this manual for use by qualified personnel only connecting xantrex xanbus-enabled devices to connect the xantrex xanbus-enabled devices: 1. Determine and prepare the location for each device. Refer to the installation instructions for each...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–12 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only step 4: wiring the inverter this section provides procedures for making ac and dc connections between the xantrex xw inverter/charger, the batteries, and the inverter load sub-panel. Batteries see the f...

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    Step 4: wiring the inverter 975-0384-01-02 2–13 this manual for use by qualified personnel only battery cable length runs should be kept as short as practical. Length should not exceed 3 m. For best performance, the positive and negative cables should run alongside each other. Avoid cable loops. Bat...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–14 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only inverter grounding the xantrex xw inverter/charger and xantrex xw solar charge controller are provided with ground terminals that must be reliably connected to ground (protective earth) by appropriately...

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    Step 4: wiring the inverter 975-0384-01-02 2–15 this manual for use by qualified personnel only making dc connections this section describes how to make dc connections between the inverter/ charger and the batteries. Battery cables must be provided by the installer (see table 2-2 on page 2–13). This...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–16 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only connecting the batteries to connect dc cables to the xantrex xw inverter/charger: 1. Route the dc cables from the battery bank to the inverter/charger. 2. Install a dc fuse and disconnect switch or a dc...

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    Step 4: wiring the inverter 975-0384-01-02 2–17 this manual for use by qualified personnel only 7. Connect the other end of the cable to the negative (–) terminal on the battery. 8. Use a wrench to tighten the bolt to the required torque. 9. Attach the dc terminal covers. Important: the next step is...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–18 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only installing the battery temperature sensor the battery temperature sensor (bts) regulates battery charging based on battery temperature. Installing a sensor extends battery life by preventing overchargin...

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    Step 4: wiring the inverter 975-0384-01-02 2–19 this manual for use by qualified personnel only to install the battery temperature sensor: 1. Insert the battery temperature sensor plug into the bts port. See figure 2-9 and figure 2-11. 2. Route the cable to the battery enclosure and connect the ring...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–20 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only accessing the ac terminal block and ac ground bar the ac terminal block includes two terminals each (l and neutral) for ac grid input, ac generator input, and ac load connections. The neutrals are conne...

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    Step 4: wiring the inverter 975-0384-01-02 2–21 this manual for use by qualified personnel only ac equipment grounding see table 2-4 on page 2–13 for torque values for the ac terminal and ac ground bar. Figure 2-13 ac equipment grounding hybrid inverter /charger _grounding.Vsd/ac grounding /april 10...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–22 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only ac wiring to the inverter load sub-panel an inverter load sub-panel (also known as an inverter ac distribution panel) and ac conduit must be installed before ac wiring is connected to the inverter. To i...

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    Step 4: wiring the inverter 975-0384-01-02 2–23 this manual for use by qualified personnel only ac system bonding system bonding refers to connection (bonding) of one of the current-carrying conductors of an electrical system to ground. This creates a “grounded conductor" or "neutral" that is at gro...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–24 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only to connect the inverter to the main utility panel: 1. See figure 2-14. Connect the neutral wire from the main utility panel to the inverter grid (ac1) neutral terminal. 2. Connect the ac live wire from ...

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    Step 4: wiring the inverter 975-0384-01-02 2–25 this manual for use by qualified personnel only figure 2-15 generator wiring to the inverter ac wiring - generator.Vsd may 3, 2010 hybrid inverter/charger g n l l n ac load grid (ac1) gen (ac2) ac out ac in ac in l n l n torque all inverter terminal bl...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–26 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only auxiliary (aux) port the auxiliary output is designed to provide the following functions: • auxiliary 12 vdc power supply • remote power off the auxiliary port provides 12 vdc/250 ma output to control a...

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    Step 4: wiring the inverter 975-0384-01-02 2–27 this manual for use by qualified personnel only aux-rpo: user remote power off (rpo) connecting ju-2 (aux-rpo) and ju-3 (aux-com) terminals together through an external switch (normal open contact) provides the system shut off function if the switch is...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–28 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only basic functional test - single inverter the following steps perform a basic functional test of the xantrex xw inverter/ charger. If any test fails, refer to the troubleshooting section in the xantrex xw...

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    Basic functional test - single inverter 975-0384-01-02 2–29 this manual for use by qualified personnel only enable the inverter by default, invert mode is enabled and the unit should start inverting upon transitioning from standby mode. If invert mode is disabled, the display will show “ ” once out ...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–30 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only 3. Monitor the invert (green kw) led to confirm which mode the inverter is in: • led is off—invert mode is disabled. The inverter/charger is not powering the ac loads. However, if qualified ac is presen...

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    Basic functional test - single inverter 975-0384-01-02 2–31 this manual for use by qualified personnel only confirming battery charger operation to confirm battery charger operation: 1. Apply ac from grid or generator, and then confirm voltage. 2. Check leds (ac1 or ac2) on the front panel. One of t...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–32 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only figure 2-21 functional test for single inverter systems ac load grid (ac1) gen (ac2) ac out ac in ac in l n l n l n check and verify all wiring and cable connections measure dc voltage and confirm the c...

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    Step 5: installing additional inverters 975-0384-01-02 2–33 this manual for use by qualified personnel only step 5: installing additional inverters installation steps to install multiple inverters: 1. Disconnect all power from the system. 2. Mount additional inverters. See “step 1: installing the mo...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–34 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only basic functional test—multiple inverters the following steps perform a basic functional test of multiple xantrex xw inverter/chargers. If any test fails, refer to the troubleshooting section in the xant...

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    Basic functional test—multiple inverters 975-0384-01-02 2–35 this manual for use by qualified personnel only d) change invtr mode from “1ph master” to “1ph slave”. If performing a test in a three-phase installation, change the invtr mode to “3ph l1slave,” “3ph l2slave,” or “3ph l3slave” depending on...

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    Inverter/charger installation 2–36 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only figure 2-22 functional test for multiple inverters - page 1 of 2 check all wiring and cable connections measure dc voltage and confirm correct polarity of dc cables within tolerance? 23–32 v for a 24 v ...

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    Basic functional test—multiple inverters 975-0384-01-02 2–37 this manual for use by qualified personnel only figure 2-23 functional test for multiple inverters - page 2 of 2 from previous page... Use xantrex xw scp to enable system set system mode to operating use xantrex xw scp to enable both inver...

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    This manual for use by qualified personnel only a specifications appendix a, “specifications” provides the electrical and mechanical specifications for the xantrex xw power system..

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    Specifications a–2 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only electrical specifications table a-1 xantrex xw power system electrical specifications xantrex xw6048 230 50 xantrex xw4548 230 50 xantrex xw4024 230 50 continuous output power 6,000 w 4,500 w 4,000 w surge rating 12,00...

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    Electrical specifications 975-0384-01-02 a–3 this manual for use by qualified personnel only xantrex xw series inverter/charger overload capability loads connected to the inverter are seldom constant, and large loads are often operated for short periods. To accommodate larger loads, the xantrex xw i...

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    Specifications a–4 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only output power versus ambient temperature when the internal temperature of the xantrex xw series inverter/charger exceeds a preset limit, it begins to limit output power automatically so that maximum internal temperature...

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    Electrical specifications 975-0384-01-02 a–5 this manual for use by qualified personnel only charging efficiency (typical) charging efficiency (power factor corrected) efficie ncy (%) charge current (amps) 80% 85% 90% 95% 100% 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 xw4024 xw4548 xw6048...

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    Specifications a–6 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only grid-tie sell mode efficiency (typical) output power (watts) effic ienc y (%) 75% 80% 85% 90% 95% 100% 0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5500 6000 xw4548 xw4024 xw6048 xantrex xw6048 xantrex xw4548 xan...

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    Mechanical specifications 975-0384-01-02 a–7 this manual for use by qualified personnel only mechanical specifications table a-2 xantrex xw power system mechanical specifications model xantrex xw6048 230 50 xantrex xw4548 230 50 xantrex xw4024 230 50 supported battery types flooded (default), gel, a...

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    Specifications a–8 975-0384-01-02 this manual for use by qualified personnel only accessories regulatory approvals ce marked and complies with the following: low voltage directive 2006/95/ec, per: • en50178 “electronic equipment for use in power installations”. Emc directive 2004/108/ec, per: • en61...

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    Index 975-0384-01-02 ix–1 a ac connections 2–19 accessories a–8 additional inverters 2–33 automatic generator start 1–6 aux port 2–26 aux port terminal assignments 2–27 aux+12v voltage supply 2–26 aux-rpo user remote power off 2–27 b battery bank requirements 2–12 battery cable lugs 2–13 battery cab...

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