Xantrex Freedom hf 1800 User Manual

TM
TM
Freedom HF
Inverter/Charger
Owner’s Guide
Freedom HF 1000
Freedom HF 1800

Xantrex Freedom hf 1800 Specifications

General

Output Power	1800 W
Input Voltage	120 VAC
Output Voltage	12 VDC
AC Input Frequency	60 Hz
Surge Rating	3000 W
Battery Type	AGM, Gel
Protection Features	Overload, Short Circuit

Summary

About This Guide

Purpose, Scope, and Audience

Explains the guide's objective, coverage, and intended reader.

Guide Organization

Details the structure of the manual into chapters and appendix.

Conventions Used in the Guide

Explains the symbols and formatting conventions used throughout the manual.

Important Safety Instructions

Limitations on Use and Warnings

Details critical warnings and limitations regarding the Freedom HF's intended use and potential hazards.

Personal Precautions When Working With Batteries

Battery Hazards and Precautions

Covers electrical shock, burn, fire, and explosion hazards associated with batteries.

Marine Unit Location and DC Connection Precautions

Provides guidance on safe placement of the unit and DC connection procedures.

Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances

Equipment Damage from Incompatible Chargers

Warns about potential damage to the Freedom HF or other equipment from certain chargers.

Introduction to the Freedom HF

Freedom HF Inverter/Charger Overview

Introduces the Freedom HF unit, its models, and key benefits like quality power and reliability.

Independent Power System Functionality

Explains how the Freedom HF acts as the heart of an independent power system, covering inverting and charging.

Features of the Freedom HF

Materials List and Box Contents

Lists all items included in the Freedom HF Inverter/Charger package.

Default Settings and Front Panel Features

Details default system settings and describes the components on the Freedom HF's front panel.

Side and Rear Panel Features

Describes the features and connections found on the side and rear panels of the Freedom HF unit.

Display Panel Functions

Explains the buttons and display screen on the Freedom HF's control panel for status monitoring and operation.

Configuration Options

Setting Battery Types

Guides users on how to configure the unit for different lead-acid battery types via dip switches.

Adjusting Feature Settings

Details how to adjust charging current, inverter mode, alarm, and shutdown settings using the display panel.

Operation of the Freedom HF

Display Panel Operation

Explains how to use the display panel buttons and LEDs to monitor status and control functions.

Operating in Shore Power Mode

Describes how the Freedom HF functions when connected to an AC source like a generator or utility power.

Operating in Inverter Mode

Explains how the unit operates using battery power to supply AC output when shore power is unavailable.

Status LED and Battery Status in Inverter Mode

Details the meaning of the Status LED and how to check battery status while in inverter mode.

Checking Output, Managing Loads, and Alarms

Covers how to check output power, operate multiple loads, and manage audible alarms.

Transitioning Between Shore Power and Inverter Mode

Explains the automatic transition process between shore power and inverter mode.

Operating Limits: Power Output and Input Voltage

Specifies the power output capabilities and allowable input voltage ranges for the Freedom HF.

Inverter Loads, Overload, and High Surge Conditions

Discusses how the Freedom HF handles different types of loads, overload warnings, and high surge requirements.

Trouble Loads and Over-temperature Conditions

Details potential issues with certain appliances and how the unit handles over-temperature conditions.

Battery Charging Process

Illustrates and explains the three-stage charging process (Bulk, Absorption, Float) for optimal battery performance.

Battery Charging Status and Settings

Details the meaning of charging status LEDs and provides voltage/current settings for different battery types.

Routine Maintenance for Unit and Batteries

Provides instructions for basic maintenance of the Freedom HF unit and best practices for battery recharging.

Troubleshooting the Freedom HF

General Troubleshooting Guidelines

Offers initial steps to diagnose problems before contacting customer service, including recording error codes and system conditions.

Common Problems: Audio Buzz and TV Interference

Addresses common issues like buzzing in audio equipment and interference with television reception.

Warning Messages and Error Codes

Lists and explains various error codes and warning messages displayed by the unit.

Troubleshooting Reference Guide

Provides a quick reference table for common problems, their possible causes, and solutions.

Inverter Applications: Resistive Loads

Describes how the Freedom HF performs with resistive loads and their suitability for inverter use.

Inverter Applications: Motor Loads and Transfer Times

Explains the challenges with motor loads, start-up currents, and long transfer times.

Specifications and Performance Data

Electrical Specifications: Inverter Mode

Details DC input and AC output specifications for the Freedom HF in inverter mode.

Electrical Specifications: Charge Mode

Provides AC input and DC output specifications for the Freedom HF when operating in charge mode.

Environmental, System, Physical, and Regulatory Specifications

Outlines environmental operating conditions, system capabilities, physical dimensions, and regulatory approvals.

Inverter Overload Operation Graph

Presents a graph showing how long the Freedom HF can operate at different output currents during overload conditions.

Invert Power Derating vs. Ambient Temperature

Illustrates how ambient temperature affects power output and the need for derating to prevent shutdown.

Charger Output Current vs. AC Input Voltage Graph

Shows how the charger output current is adjusted based on AC input voltage to maintain stability.