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Page 4 - About This Guide

ii Freedom HF Installation Guide About This Guide Purpose The purpose of this Installation Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for installing and configuring a Freedom HF Inverter/Charger for Recreational, Fleet Vehicle, or Marine installations. Scope The Guide provides safety guidelines...

Page 5 - iii; Related Information; Contains statements of avoidance or strict compliance.

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 dama...

Page 6 - Important Safety Instructions; The Freedom HF contains no user-serviceable parts. See “Warranty; ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

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...

Page 8 - Freedom HF Installation Guide; Precautions When Working With Batteries; Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or batteries.

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...

Page 9 - vii; Precautions When Preparing to Charge; EXPOSURE TO CHEMICALS AND GASES HAZARD; Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.; FIRE HAZARD; Do not place a battery on top of the inverter/charger.

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...

Page 10 - Precautions for Using Rechargeable Appliances; NOTE; : The Freedom HF Inverter/Charger is a modified sine wave inverter/; RISK OF DAMAGE TO RECHARGEABLE APPLIANCES; modified sine; LIMITATIONS ON USE; Do not use in connection with life support systems.

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...

Page 11 - ix; FCC Information to the User; Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.; KKK Information to the User

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. ...

Page 13 - Contents

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Materials List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Page 15 - Materials List; one set of owner’s and installation guides and a mounting template,; : If any of the items are missing, contact Xantrex or any authorized; Figure 1; What’s In The Box

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; Installation Codes; SHOCK HAZARD

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. ...

Page 17 - Installation Tools and Materials

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...

Page 18 - High Level Overview of Installation Steps; Installing the Freedom HF includes the following steps.

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...

Page 19 - Basic Installation Procedures; Choosing a location for the Freedom HF.

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...

Page 20 - Step 1: Designing the Installation; Typical Recreational Vehicle and Fleet Vehicle Installation

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...

Page 21 - This; AC shore power; The circuit breaker or fuse (connected through hard wiring)

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 (...

Page 22 - AC Distribution Panels; C, and assuming an ambient; EQUIPMENT DAMAGE; Table 1; Required AC Wire Size vs Breaker Rating

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...

Page 23 - AC Output Neutral Bonding; The DC cables must be copper and must be; The cables should be terminated with lugs that fit; Table 2; Recommended Cable and Fuse Sizes

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...

Page 24 - DC Disconnects and Over-Current Devices; Using the correct cable size is critical to achieving the rated

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...

Page 25 - Step 2: Choosing a Location for the Unit; Do not allow water or other fluids to drip or splash on the; Do not mount the Freedom HF in an area subject to; Normal air temperature should be between 32 °F and 104 °F; Protected from battery acid and gases.; Never allow battery acid to; FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

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...

Page 26 - Step 3: Mounting the Unit; To mount the Freedom HF:; Under a horizontal surface (; In a horizontal position on a vertical surface (; see; On a horizontal surface (; see; probability of moisture finding access into the enclosure.; Figure 2; Approved Mounting Orientations

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...

Page 27 - Connecting the Equipment Ground; For recommended equipment ground cable size, see below.; Figure 3; DC Panel Connections; Table 3; Recommended Equipment Ground Cable size

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...

Page 28 - Step 4: Connecting the AC Input Wires; General AC Wiring Considerations; AC Wiring Connectors; Where applicable, connect AC wires with; AC and DC Wiring Separation; Do not mix AC and DC wiring in the; AC Wiring and GFCIs; Required AC wire size vs. required breaker rating

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 ...

Page 29 - AC IN; or; AC INPUT; . Depending on the model, you can have three types of; Table 5; Color codes for typical AC wiring; REVERSE POLARITY DAMAGE

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...

Page 30 - AC Input Connections for the Freedom HF; Ensure AC and DC power sources are turned off.

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...

Page 31 - ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD

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...

Page 32 - Step 5: Connecting AC Output to an Existing AC Circuit

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 ele...

Page 33 - To make a permanent connection to existing AC wiring:

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....

Page 34 - Repeat steps 5 to 7 for Line and Neutral connections.; GND

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...

Page 35 - Step 6: Connecting the DC Cables; Freedom HF; Figure 4

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...

Page 36 - Make sure the inverter is off and no AC or DC is connected to the unit.

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 ...

Page 37 - DC terminal of the inverter.; Figure 5; DC Cable Connections

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 oth...

Page 38 - Anderson Connectors; connector that attaches to matching terminal connectors in; DC Grounding; To connect the DC ground:; Use 8AWG copper wire and connect it between the; Marine; Use copper wire that is bare or has insulation rated minimum; Figure 6

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...

Page 39 - To enable ignition control:; Ensure that AC and DC power are both OFF.; Figure 7; Exposed Ignition Control Terminals; FRE

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...

Page 40 - Ignition Control

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 w...

Page 41 - Power Module for EMS Models

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-warra...

Page 42 - Step 7: Mounting the Display Panel; To mount the display panel:; Tape the mounting template (in the Freedom HF package)

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....

Page 43 - Step 8: Testing Your Installation; Testing in Invert Mode; To test the Freedom HF in invert mode:; For hard wired installations, ensure shore power is not present.; Shore power (pass-through) refers to the AC input power from a

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...

Page 44 - Testing in Shore Power Mode; To test the Freedom HF in shore power mode:; If the appliance operates, your installation is successful.

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...

Page 45 - Drip Shield Installation (For Marine Installations); Figure 9; Drip Shields; Different Views

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...

Page 46 - Typical Drip Shield Placement on a Freedom HF 1800

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; AC power supplied from a shore power connector; Typical 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; Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.; Physical 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” ...

Page 50 - : These specifications refer to inverter mode.; DC Input

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 limi...

Page 51 - : These specifications refer to charger mode.; AC Input

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...

Page 54 - Printed in China; Xantrex Technology USA Inc.

975-0395-01-01 Printed in China Xantrex Technology USA Inc. 1 800 670 0707 Tel toll free1 408 987 6030 Tel direct1 800 994 7828 Fax toll [email protected] Freedom HF Install Guide.book Page ii Thursday, November 24, 2011 11:06 AM