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F 

Multiwire Branch 
Circuit Wiring

Appendix F, “Multiwire Branch Circuit Wiring”

 supplies 

information about Multiwire Branch Circuit Wiring 
Precautions when using stand-alone 120 Vac inverters or 
generators.

WARNING: Fire Hazard

A possible fire hazard can exist if 120 Vac only sources (such as 
inverters and generators) are wired incorrectly into 120/240 Vac 
panels containing multiwire branch circuits. This section 
describes how to check for multiwire branch circuits in the load 
center and presents some possible solutions to this wiring 
method.

Summary of Contents for SW 2524

Page 1: ...Sine Wave Plus Inverter Charger Owner s Manual Smart choice for power www xantrex com SW 2524 SW 2548...

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Page 3: ...Sine Wave Plus Inverter Charger Owner s Manual...

Page 4: ...purposes only Notice of Copyright Sine Wave Plus Inverter Charger Owner s Manual June 2003 Xantrex International All rights reserved Disclaimer UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING XANTREX TECHNOL...

Page 5: ...detailed planning and setup information procedures for installing the inverter as well as information about operating and troubleshooting the unit It does not provide details about particular brands...

Page 6: ...ate under special advanced conditions such as automatic generator starting energy management and auxiliary load applications Chapter 8 Operation explains how to operate the Sine Wave Plus Inverter Cha...

Page 7: ...witch Glossary contains a glossary of technical terms used in this manual The glossary also defines some common electrical terms It also provides a list of acronyms used in this manual Warranty and Pr...

Page 8: ...ontrol Series ISC S Cable Owner s Guide Inverter Communications Adapter ICA Owner s Guide Inverter Control Module ICM Installation Guide AC Conduit Box ACCB Owner s Guide DC Conduit Box DCCB Installat...

Page 9: ...t multiwire branch circuits 5 Do not operate the inverter if it has been damaged in any way If the unit is damaged see the Warranty and Product Information section at the end of this manual 6 This uni...

Page 10: ...acturer and the manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed FCC Information to the User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital dev...

Page 11: ...quirements 2 4 System Input Requirements 2 4 Location Considerations 2 4 Mounting Considerations 2 5 Ventilation Requirements 2 6 Grounding Considerations 2 6 DC System Grounding 2 6 Inverter Groundin...

Page 12: ...ithout Generator Backup 2 32 Single Inverter Configurations 120 Vac 2 32 Single Inverter Configurations 120 240 Vac 2 32 Dual Inverter Configurations 240 Vac 2 34 Generator Only Systems 2 36 Single In...

Page 13: ...l Block and Ground Bar 3 28 AC Wiring for Single Inverter Systems 3 30 Manual and Auto Start Generators 3 30 Install AC Output Wiring to the Inverter AC Distribution Panel 3 33 Install Generator Wirin...

Page 14: ...gin Programming 6 4 DC Amps verses AC Amps 6 4 Recording Changes 6 5 Basic Setup Process 6 5 Accessing the Basic Setup Menu 6 6 Menu Item Descriptions 6 7 10 Time of Day Setup Menu 6 7 10A Set Hour 6...

Page 15: ...d Basic Setup Menu 6 26 7 Advanced Setup Advanced Setup Summary 7 2 Before You Begin Advanced Programming 7 5 Accessing the Advanced Setup Menu 7 6 Menu Item Descriptions 7 8 20 Silent Setup Menu 7 8...

Page 16: ...le GSM 7 24 25A RY7 Mode 7 25 25B Gen Warm up Seconds minutes 7 32 25C Pre Crank Seconds 7 32 25D Max Cranking Seconds 7 32 25E Post Crank Seconds 7 32 26 Gen Auto Run Setup Menu 7 33 26A Load Start A...

Page 17: ...19 02D Gen Start Exercise Run 8 19 02E Gen Start Run Time 8 19 02F Days Left To Gen Exercise 8 19 03 Time Of Day Menu 8 20 03A SW Plus Software Level 8 20 03B System Information 8 20 03C Company Name...

Page 18: ...EQ Charge Selected 8 30 6F Battery VDC LBCO 8 30 6G Battery VDC HBCO 8 30 06H EPO Shutdown 8 30 07 GSM ALM Options Menu 8 30 07A RY7 GSM Energized 8 30 07B RY8 GSM Energized 8 31 07C RY9 ALM Energize...

Page 19: ...ng Amp hour Requirements C 5 Calculating Amp Hours C 6 Amp Hour Example Worksheet C 7 Battery bank size worksheet C 8 Battery Configurations C 9 Wiring Batteries in Series C 9 Wiring Batteries in Para...

Page 20: ...rcuit Wiring Multiwire Branch Circuits F 2 Identifying Multiwire Branch Circuits F 4 Correcting Multiwire Branch Circuit Wiring F 5 G Emergency Power Off Switches The Purpose of an EPO switch G 2 How...

Page 21: ...2 11 Generator Start Module 2 28 Figure 2 12 Auxiliary Load Module 2 28 Figure 2 13 T240 Auto transformer 2 29 Figure 2 14 ISC S Cable 2 29 Figure 2 15 Xantrex C Series Charge Controllers 2 31 Figure...

Page 22: ...nput Wiring to a Single Inverter 3 37 Figure 3 21 Utility Wiring to the Inverter Input 3 39 Figure 3 22 Series stacked Inverters with ISC S Cable 3 40 Figure 3 23 Remote Monitor Port Locations 3 41 Fi...

Page 23: ...for the Sine Wave Plus 2548 A 10 Figure C 1 6 volt Battery Wiring Series Configuration C 9 Figure C 2 12 Volt Battery Wiring Series Configuration C 10 Figure C 3 Battery Wiring in Parallel Example Onl...

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Page 25: ...Table 6 7 Calculating the Bulk Done Amps for a 48 volt 350 amp hour Battery 6 20 Table 6 8 Inverter Temperature Compensation Calculation using the BTS 6 22 Table 7 1 Advanced Setup Menu Headings and...

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Page 27: ...ction Chapter 1 Introduction explains the basic features of the Sine Wave Plus Inverter Charger and describes the optional accessories that may or may not be required for the desired installation conf...

Page 28: ...control module with a liquid crystal display LCD for easy programming and troubleshooting light emitting diode LED display of system operational status automatic on off control of electric start gene...

Page 29: ...nt Panel The front of the Sine Wave Plus has the following features the Inverter Control Module ICM the AC Access Cover Figure 1 1 The Sine Wave Plus Figure 1 2 The Front Side of the Sine Wave Plus AC...

Page 30: ...Power Off EPO switch Certification Label The Grid Tie Interface Port The Grid Tie feature is currently not available with the Sine Wave Plus models However the port has been included in the event that...

Page 31: ...port on the AC left side of the inverter See Appendix G Emergency Power Off Switches for additional information about this feature and how to prepare a cable for it Certification Label The Sine Wave...

Page 32: ...following features the positive battery terminal the negative battery terminal the battery temperature sensor port the chassis ground lug Figure 1 5 The DC side of the Sine Wave Plus Positive Battery...

Page 33: ...a BTS extends battery life by preventing overcharging in warm temperatures and undercharging in cold temperatures If more than one BTS is being used install them adjacent to each other so that they a...

Page 34: ...ot a branch circuit rated breaker Separate output breakers are still required If the button is protruding from the chassis as shown in Figure 1 7 it means the circuit breaker has tripped open Press th...

Page 35: ...2 System Configuration Chapter 2 System Configuration contains information to help you configure the Sine Wave Plus Inverter Charger for off grid on grid and backup power applications...

Page 36: ...ions System Output Requirements Single or dual inverters based on output voltage and output watts required Output watts required i e continuous capacity and surge capacity Output voltage 120 Vac or 24...

Page 37: ...Wiring Considerations Types and sizes of wires needed Types and sizes of conduits needed Types and sizes of fuses and or disconnects Additional equipment for code compliance e g service panels conduit...

Page 38: ...t sources See Generator Considerations on page 2 19 and Appendix D Generators for additional information regarding using generators for system input Location Considerations Dry Environment Stable Temp...

Page 39: ...shelf The advantage of the wall mounting is to provide easier access to the controls and displays Requirements The mounting surface wall or shelf must be capable of supporting twice the weight of the...

Page 40: ...d dust and that the minimum clearances are met Airflow clearance All air ventilation openings should have 6 inches of clearance and there should be no nearby cover over the top of the unit This is to...

Page 41: ...o the grounding system at only one point in the system See Bonding the Grounding System on page 2 9 for additional information The size for the grounding conductor is usually based on the size of the...

Page 42: ...he electrical system and to provide a path for induced electromagnetic energy or lightning to be dissipated The size for the conductor to the grounding electrode or grounding system is usually based o...

Page 43: ...necting one of the current carrying conductors usually the AC neutral and DC negative to the grounding system When the other ungrounded conductor the hot or positive touches the grounding system curre...

Page 44: ...the two bonding points Each conductor should use a separate clamp Battery Considerations Important The ground and neutral must be bonded at one place and only one place in the system If the generator...

Page 45: ...f the inclosure to promote air circulation Enclosure Requirements The enclosure should be made of an acid resistant material or have a finish that resists acid to prevent corrosion and be capable of c...

Page 46: ...AWG number have less voltage drop and are therefore more efficient when transferring power to and from the batteries The use of oversized cables e g 4 0 cables will allow you to take advantage of the...

Page 47: ...rious cable lengths and inverter amperage per NEC guidelines It is recommended that cable has battery acid resistant insulation and is rated for 90 C 32 F or better Be sure to check with any local reg...

Page 48: ...pliance Two amperage ratings are available a DC250 250 amps and a DC175 175 amps in either single or double pole configurations for single or dual inverter installations See DC Disconnect Boxes DC 175...

Page 49: ...ed they must have a common battery bank to operate from In other words the DC negative of one inverter must be common with the second inverter and likewise for the DC positive For example If you have...

Page 50: ...using a negative bonding jumper and or a metering shunt near the inverters the inverters will have a better zero volt DC negative reference to measure the DC voltage DC disconnects The DC positive is...

Page 51: ...should be installed to protect the batteries from the cold The insulation will act as a barrier to the cold and also keeps the heat generated by the batteries inside the enclosure providing a more st...

Page 52: ...ent that an electric start generator starts unexpectedly while the inverter is being serviced Subpanel Inverter Panel In on grid applications loads backed up by the inverter will need to be rerouted f...

Page 53: ...input wiring from the batteries to the inverter charger BTS cable from the batteries to the inverter charger keep separate from battery cables Remote control cable to the inverter charger if used Load...

Page 54: ...C generators can power DC loads and charge batteries In a residential application DC generators are primarily used to charge the batteries Output Requirements An AC generator can output 120 Vac only 1...

Page 55: ...res to be routed and connected to a remote switch relay a dry contact to signal the generator to run and or stop Auto start generators are equipped with self protection features to disable starting an...

Page 56: ...ific instructions on setting the generator start stop conditions Additional Optional Equipment Considerations The following components are available for use with the Sine Wave Plus Some of these items...

Page 57: ...a fuse to comply with CSA requirements for Canadian installations See the Fuse Block section below for additional information Also consult with your system designer and or local regulatory agency for...

Page 58: ...r s on the ends known as C type or stripped end battery cables The TFBxxx fuse block has stainless steel bolt connections for cables with ring terminals known as ring lugged battery cables Both fuse b...

Page 59: ...ged Cumulative amp hours Recharge indicator Low voltage indicator Full charge indicator The unit is configurable for specific system or application functions such as setting the CHARGED indication par...

Page 60: ...inverter site and the ICA Note The ICM and the ICA use the same input port on the inverter Both of these options can not be used at the same time Figure 2 8 Accessories for Remote Monitoring CAUTION D...

Page 61: ...and must be purchased separately Inverter Communications Adapter ICA The ICA allows the inverter to be connected directly to a PC for monitoring and adjustment The ICA comes with a 50 ft cable The ICA...

Page 62: ...r additional information regarding generator types Auxiliary Load Module ALM The ALM is an accessory that enables the inverter to start and stop auxiliary loads such as alarms water pumps or ventilati...

Page 63: ...p down functions two T240s will be required Using a T240 Autotransformer optimizes the generator output of smaller generators 8 kW and improves charging time Inverter Stacking Control Series ISC S Cab...

Page 64: ...happen if the DC disconnect should open trip or the batteries are fully charged and no other DC loads are connected in the system A diversion load controller prevents damage to the generator system by...

Page 65: ...ize the possibility of a fire resulting from ground faults in a PV array in accordance with NEC for rooftop mounted PV systems on dwellings It is not designed or intended to prevent electrical shock o...

Page 66: ...cient to power the required loads or keep the batteries charged a generator can be used to supplement the system Single Inverter Configurations 120 Vac If only 120 Vac output is required from the syst...

Page 67: ...llustration to demonstrate a single point ground 4 If using a PC to monitor the system the Xantrex ICA is required If using a PC to monitor from off site an external modem is required at the inverter...

Page 68: ...is an excellent choice for providing power to multiwire branch circuits where single 120 Vac inverters may require extensive rewiring within the building See Figure 2 18 for an example of this configu...

Page 69: ...lustration to demonstrate a single point ground 4 If using a PC to monitor the system the Xantrex ICA is required If using a PC to monitor from off site an external modem is required at the inverter s...

Page 70: ...s on page 2 19 and Appendix D Generators for additional information regarding using generators for system input Single Inverter Configurations A single inverter system is usually adequate to power mos...

Page 71: ...tion to demonstrate a single point ground 4 If using a PC to monitor the system the Xantrex ICA is required If using a PC to monitor from off site an external modem is required at the inverter site 5...

Page 72: ...cuit Wiring for information on identifying and correcting Multi wire branch circuit wiring See Figure 2 20 for an illustration of a 240 Vac Generator Only System using dual inverters 240 Vac only Inpu...

Page 73: ...his illustration to demonstrate a single point ground 4 If using a PC to monitor the system the Xantrex ICA is required If using a PC to monitor from off site an external modem is required at the inve...

Page 74: ...y provide backup power in the event of a grid failure Batteries can be charged by the utility grid when available RE sources or with a backup generator Single Inverter Configurations 120 Vac If only 1...

Page 75: ...ation to demonstrate a single point ground 4 If using a PC to monitor the system the Xantrex ICA is required If using a PC to monitor from off site an external modem is required at the inverter site 5...

Page 76: ...iwire branch circuits where stand alone 120Vac inverters may require extensive rewiring within the building See Appendix F Multiwire Branch Circuit Wiring regarding Multi wire branch circuits See Figu...

Page 77: ...llustration to demonstrate a single point ground 4 If using a PC to monitor the system the Xantrex ICA is required If using a PC to monitor from off site an external modem is required at the inverter...

Page 78: ...automatically bring in enough AC power from the grid to power the loads See SB Standby Utility Backup on page 7 12 for instructions for setting these parameters Peak Load Management To reduce utility...

Page 79: ...on page 7 11 for instructions for setting these parameters Energy management determines when utility power is used Start and Stop times are programmed into Menu Items 21B and 21C depending on when you...

Page 80: ...s The Sine Wave Plus is designed to assist the generator when heavy current demands load down the generator by supplying additional power from the batteries In this way the generator can operate loads...

Page 81: ...the renewable energy sources the inverter transfers from the utility grid to inverter supplied AC power See 22 Battery Xfer BX Menu on page 7 13 for instructions for setting these parameters Figure 2...

Page 82: ...2 48...

Page 83: ...3 Installation Chapter 3 Installation describes how to mount and install the Sine Wave Plus Inverter Charger and perform cabling procedures for various configurations...

Page 84: ...r from multiple sources inverter generator utility batteries solar arrays etc that add hazards and complexity that can be very challenging Tools Required The following tools may be required for instal...

Page 85: ...ssories can be used in the installation of the Sine Wave Plus These accessories are available from any authorized Xantrex dealer Consult with your local system designer to determine what optional equi...

Page 86: ...re information see Appendix C Battery Information Prepare the battery bank as follows 1 Determine the type of batteries to be used for the installation See Battery Types on page C 2 in Appendix C for...

Page 87: ...and contact the shipping company if there is damage Verify that all of the following items are present Please call your authorized Xantrex dealer if any items are missing The Sine Wave Plus Inverter...

Page 88: ...the Warranty and Product Information section at the back of this manual Model Number information can be found on the Certification Label located on the AC end of the unit See Figure 3 1 for the locati...

Page 89: ...ws the locations and sizes of chassis knockouts Important The exclamation symbol below the CSA logo on the certification label indicates the need to add overcurrent protection It shall be installed at...

Page 90: ...ocation is strong enough to support the inverter weight and allows adequate clearance for ventilation and access to the indicators and controls 2 Drill mounting holes in the shelf by one of the follow...

Page 91: ...lation 976 0043 01 01 3 9 Figure 3 3 Dimensional Drawing 1 1 1 1 Keyhole slots Keyhole slots 21 16 6 6 1 1 1 14 8 3 15 1 8 4 10 2 17 8 3 18 8 3 20 Mounting Holes Mounting Holes NOT TO SCALE Size 0 375...

Page 92: ...e line must span at least 3 studs 4 Place a pre cut 2 x 4 on the marked location and drill pilot holes through the 2 x 4 s and studs 5 Secure the 2 x 4 with 10 wood screws length to penetrate 1 inches...

Page 93: ...igure 3 4 Wall Mounting Method using 2 x 4 s Wall studs 16 inches oncenter Wallboard Floor Ceiling 14 3 8 c c SetInverter OFFSRCH ONCHG Sine Wave Plus Inverter Charger Approx 4 5 ft 2 x4 mounting supp...

Page 94: ...hods Be sure to use all the mounting holes and keyhole slots for mounting a Using the measurements from Figure 3 3 drill out the mounting hole locations for the inverter b Create a cardboard template...

Page 95: ...976 0043 01 01 3 13 Figure 3 5 Wall Mounting using Plywood Wall studs 16 inches on center Wallboard Floor Ceiling Plywood SetInv erter OFFSRCH ONCHG Sine Wave Plus Inverter Charger Mounting Holes 10...

Page 96: ...and configure the battery bank to optimize voltage output according to system requirements See your battery manufacturer s installation guide for recommendations See Appendix C Battery Information fo...

Page 97: ...grounding procedures and can be used as the DC disconnect as shown in Figure 3 7 on page 3 16 WARNING Fire Hazard Undersized cables can overheat and melt creating a fire hazard when subjected to heavy...

Page 98: ...electrode in accordance with local and national electrical codes 2 Connect the NEGATIVE terminal of the battery bank to the ground bond inside the DC disconnect 3 Connect an appropriately sized GROUN...

Page 99: ...electrical codes 2 Connect the NEGATIVE terminal of the battery bank to the ground bond inside the DC disconnect 3 Connect an appropriately sized GROUND wire from the Chassis Bonding Lug on the L1 in...

Page 100: ...he electrolyte level as to measure the average battery temperature If using multiple charging devices inverters and charge controllers install all BTSs together with each other so they all measure the...

Page 101: ...DC Wiring 976 0043 01 01 3 19 Figure 3 9 BTS RJ11 Port Location and Installation BTS RJ11 Port DC End of the Inverter...

Page 102: ...the DC end of the inverter Figure 3 10 shows the locations of the DC connectors WARNING Shock Hazard Before making any connections verify that the DC disconnect device is switched OFF Figure 3 10 DC...

Page 103: ...Connection CAUTION Damage to Equipment Do not put anything between the cable ring terminal and the flat metal part of the terminal Overheating of the terminal may occur Do not apply any type of antio...

Page 104: ...ery POSITIVE terminal to the DC disconnect torque to manufacturer s recommendations The DC disconnect should be located as close to the batteries as possible b from the DC disconnect to the inverter s...

Page 105: ...DC Wiring 976 0043 01 01 3 23 Figure 3 13 DC Connections to a Single Inverter...

Page 106: ...onnect c a third cable from the first circuit breaker in the DC disconnect to the L1 inverter POSITIVE terminal d a fourth cable from the second DC disconnect to the L2 inverter POSITIVE terminal 2 Co...

Page 107: ...DC Wiring 976 0043 01 01 3 25 Figure 3 14 DC Connections to Dual Inverters...

Page 108: ...is input The AC2 GEN input is intended to be used with AC generators and the inverter can do generator features auto start with this input The inverter will accept and use AC power on either of these...

Page 109: ...containing multi wire branch circuits See Appendix F Multiwire Branch Circuit Wiring which describes how to check for multiwire branch circuits in the load center and offers some possible solutions a...

Page 110: ...omewhere safe where it will not be lost 2 Slide the access cover off of the front panel To replace the AC access cover 1 Slide the access cover back into place 2 Replace the Phillips screw that was re...

Page 111: ...AC Wiring 976 0043 01 01 3 29 Figure 3 16 AC Input Output Wiring Terminals AC Terminal Block AC Terminal Block Enlargement...

Page 112: ...optional but the Generator Disconnect Switch is strongly recommended Manual and Auto Start Generators Some generators must be started manually at the generator These kinds of generators do not require...

Page 113: ...generator This will remind the operator that AC power may still be supplied from the generator and additional steps may be required to make the panel and the generator safe Figure 3 17 Connecting the...

Page 114: ...Installation 3 32 976 0043 01 01 Figure 3 18 AC Input and Output Wiring to a Single Inverter with an Auto Start AC Generator...

Page 115: ...circuits will be backed by the inverter s and remove their wires from the main panel c Reroute these wires to the new inverter sub panel 5 Remove unused breakers from utility panel It is now safe to...

Page 116: ...to the inverter panel GROUND bar 2 Connect the NEUTRAL white wire from the inverter NEUTRAL OUT terminal to the inverter panel NEUTRAL bus 3 Connect the HOT black wire from the inverter AC OUT termin...

Page 117: ...the power from the generator to the inverter input and to loads that cannot be powered by the inverter Loads such as air conditioners large well pumps and arc welders are typically better suited to ru...

Page 118: ...NEUTRAL connector to the inverter NEUTRAL 2 terminal 3 Connect HOT black wires a from the generator L1 HOT OUT to the T240 L1 HOT IN b and from the generator L2 HOT OUT to the T240 L2 HOT IN c from th...

Page 119: ...e circuit breaker in the generator disconnect to the inverter AC2 GEN terminal 4 Torque all inverter terminal block connections to 25 inch pounds Figure 3 20 Generator Input Wiring to a Single Inverte...

Page 120: ...the utility panel GROUND bar 3 Connect a NEUTRAL white wire a from the inverter NEUTRAL 1 terminal b to the utility panel NEUTRAL bus 4 Connect a HOT black wire a from the inverter AC1 GRID terminal b...

Page 121: ...ports on the AC end of the Sine Wave Plus This cable is not provided with the inverter and must be purchased separately Install this cable prior to making the AC wiring connections For complete insta...

Page 122: ...The following diagram is for connecting the cable to the inverters only For information on wiring dual stacked inverter systems please refer to the ISC S Cable Owner s Guide CAUTION Equipment Damage D...

Page 123: ...for specific installation instructions for installing the ICA To install the remote monitor s cable Connect the appropriate end of the cable from the remote monitor of choice to the REMOTE port on th...

Page 124: ...et points for energizing and de energizing the relays are adjustable as are the time delays To connect the ALM to the Sine Wave Plus Connect the ALM communications cable from the ALM to the AUX port o...

Page 125: ...EPO see Emergency Power Off EPO Option on page 1 5 for more information is connected to the Sine Wave Plus with a telephone cord RJ11 type connector to the dedicated EPO port on the AC left side of t...

Page 126: ...3 44...

Page 127: ...4 Functional Test Chapter 4 Functional Test explains how to conduct a functional test of the inverter...

Page 128: ...y battery power to the inverter 1 Before applying DC power to the inverter measure the voltage and polarity of the cables measure at the battery side of the disconnect or breaker 2 Apply battery DC po...

Page 129: ...ter charger is in the Search Mode and is looking for an AC load greater than the Search Watts setting default 8 watts On The inverter charger is on The inverter will produce a low audible buzz and is...

Page 130: ...ly Provide AC power to the AC1 GRID and AC1 NEU or AC2 GEN and AC2 NEU depending on your configuration terminals on the inverter The AC1 or AC2 green LED will initially blink until AC power has synchr...

Page 131: ...o inverter mode immediately This will be indicated by the INVERT yellow LED illuminating The inverter will begin to produce an low audible buzz as it takes power from the batteries and uses it to powe...

Page 132: ...4 6...

Page 133: ...5 Navigation Chapter 5 Navigation explains how to navigate through the Sine Wave Plus Inverter Charger menus using the Control Module and the menu maps...

Page 134: ...ettings If your installation will require that the settings be altered changes can be made using the features of the inverter control module Most installations will require that the user perform the B...

Page 135: ...er number of the set point This special highlighting is called the cursor Pressing the SET POINT buttons will move the cursor left or right within the available options Display contrast To change the...

Page 136: ...ET POINT buttons change the value of a parameter or select a mode from the displayed menu Press the SET POINT button to move the cursor to the right or raise an adjustable value Press the SET POINT bu...

Page 137: ...sic Setup Menu The Basic Setup Menu contains the basic setup information to run the equipment in basic inverter charger mode Basic programming includes setting the time of day clock configuring the in...

Page 138: ...These Menu Headings do not set configuration parameters but do provide system performance information See The User Menu Summary on page 8 11 for a summary of the default settings and display descript...

Page 139: ...Menu Map 976 0043 01 01 5 7 Figure 5 4 User Menu Map Part 2...

Page 140: ...gs required for system configuration and modes of operation Establishing these parameters upon initial power up will be required See Basic Setup Process on page 6 5 for overview instructions on progra...

Page 141: ...Menu Map 976 0043 01 01 5 9 Figure 5 6 Basic Setup Menu Map Part 2...

Page 142: ...nerator starting details auxiliary load usage and energy management grid usage parameters See Advanced Setup Summary on page 7 2 for a listing of all the default settings for this menu structure See A...

Page 143: ...Menu Map 976 0043 01 01 5 11...

Page 144: ...Navigation 5 12 976 0043 01 01...

Page 145: ...Menu Map 976 0043 01 01 5 13...

Page 146: ...Navigation 5 14 976 0043 01 01...

Page 147: ...6 Basic Setup Programming Chapter 6 Basic Setup Programming explains how to program the Sine Wave Plus Inverter Charger to operate under basic conditions...

Page 148: ...10 Time of Day Setup Menu See 10 Time of Day Setup Menu on page 6 7 for details 10A Set Hour 00 00 00 23 50 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 23 50 00 00 00 00 page 6 7 10B Set Minute 00 00 00 to 00 09 00 00 00 0...

Page 149: ...AC 00 60 60 00 60 60 page 6 23 13B Gen AC2 Amps AC 00 60 30 00 60 30 page 6 23 13C Input Upper Limit Vac 125 150 130 125 150 130 page 6 24 13D Input Lower Limit Vac 80 115 110 80 115 110 page 6 24 End...

Page 150: ...es although small in the power conversion process Actual AC Voltage Actual DC Voltage Amp ratio There are two rules of thumb using this inverter to estimate the amperages If you are running on battery...

Page 151: ...int Buttons on page 5 4 Basic Setup Process The Basic Setup procedure is comprised of the following items 1 Setting the Time of Day This sets the internal clock for all the features requiring time fun...

Page 152: ...USER MENU is displayed 3 Press and hold down the green GEN button 4 While holding the green GEN button down press the red INV button to move into the Basic Setup Menu Figure 6 1 Accessing the Basic S...

Page 153: ...hange the time displayed The minute section of the display will change in 10 minute increments 3 Keep pressing the SET POINT buttons until the appropriate hour is displayed 10B Set Minute To set the m...

Page 154: ...ypes of batteries It may not be necessary to alter these settings Before changing the default settings check with your battery dealer installer 11A High Battery Cut Out VDC This voltage level is the m...

Page 155: ...rter will not support any AC loads when in this condition AC loads will have to be powered by either a generator or grid power This is the lowest voltage level acceptable for battery use by the invert...

Page 156: ...total per day then the other twenty three hours out of the day the inverter is using 8 watts per hour just to sit there and do nothing That power comes from the batteries If search sense is set so tha...

Page 157: ...earch mode Guidelines for setting this menu item Setting this mode to 00 disables this function Default is 08 watts When the inverter is searching the output for loads lights that have a wattage lower...

Page 158: ...r s recommendations The following information is provided to help you make the necessary calculations Note This information is provided for guidance only Variations in battery chemistry as well as sit...

Page 159: ...ring requirements for flooded batteries and ensures the batteries are in a constant state of readiness When this mode is selected the charger will automatically switch to the float stage after the bat...

Page 160: ...batteries is a controlled overcharging method that mixes up the electrolyte and reactivates the unused areas of the plate material restoring batteries to a full state of charge Consult the battery ma...

Page 161: ...Loads and Batteries DC loads should be disconnected from the batteries during equalization charging to protect DC loads from high battery voltages Equalization was designed for use on standard liquid...

Page 162: ...ill maintain the batteries after a bulk and absorption charge The actual battery charging voltage will be adjusted from this value when the BTS is used See Table 6 2 Battery Voltages For Setting Charg...

Page 163: ...er manufacturer recommendations LeadAcid Maintenance Free RV Marine Lead Calcium Battery 28 8 Vdc 57 6 Vdc 26 8 Vdc 53 6 Vdc Not recommended consult manufacturer LeadAcid Deep cycle Liquid Electrolyte...

Page 164: ...ror condition The following settings are guidelines only Refer to your battery vendor for specific settings and battery maintenance guidelines Calculating Maximum Charging Amps To calculate the 12E Ma...

Page 165: ...er will continue to charge at the bulk voltage until the 12G Max Bulk EQ Timer h m period is reached and switches the charger out of the bulk stage To calculate the 12F Bulk Done Amps AC 1 Multiply th...

Page 166: ...2D Equalize Volts DC Table 6 6 Calculating the Bulk Done Amps for a 24 volt 700 amp hour Battery Step Instruction Equation 1 Multiply the total battery amp hours by 2 3 4 700 x 2 3 4 14 21 28 AC Bulk...

Page 167: ...reduces the battery charge voltage when the environmental temperature is hot to prevent battery over gassing or overcharging In cold temperatures the voltage is increased to assure complete battery c...

Page 168: ...These settings provide the limit at which the inverter will start drawing power from the batteries in order to meet the demand of the AC loads Configuring the AC inputs includes determining the follo...

Page 169: ...l at which point the inverter starts drawing power from the batteries to add to the generator power to meet the demand of the loads This is the AC load support feature If the loads exceed this setting...

Page 170: ...ries to aid to the grid power AC1 or GEN AC2 power depending on which one is being used to meet the demands of the loads When the AC voltage reaches this level the inverter stops battery charging and...

Page 171: ...settings currently programmed into the inverter To save settings 1 Press the button until 14A Push Inv Now to Save Settings is displayed 2 Press the red INV button to save the settings 14B Push GEN t...

Page 172: ...N button to restore the factory default settings End Basic Setup Menu You have reached the end of the Basic Setup Menu To exit the Basic Setup Menu and go on to the Advanced Setup Menu 1 Press the Men...

Page 173: ...Chapter 7 Advanced Setup explains how to program the Sine Wave Plus Inverter Charger to operate under special advanced conditions such as automatic generator starting energy management and auxiliary l...

Page 174: ...20 Silent Setup Menu See 20 Silent Setup Menu on page 7 8 for details 20A Refloat High Volts DC 16 1 33 9 28 4 32 2 67 8 28 4 page 7 10 20B Refloat Low Volts DC 16 1 33 8 25 0 32 2 67 8 25 0 page 7 1...

Page 175: ...0 page 7 23 24F Gen Exercise Timer Min 00 255 15 00 255 15 page 7 23 24G Gen Cooldown Timer Min 00 255 02 00 255 02 page 7 23 24H RN2 Max Gen Run h m 00 00 23 50 08 00 00 00 23 50 08 00 page 7 24 End...

Page 176: ...0 Read Only page 7 34 End Menu 26 27 Save Restore Settings Menu See 27 Save Restore Settings Menu on page 7 34 for details 27A Push INV now to save Settings Push INV now to Save Settings page 7 34 27...

Page 177: ...Relays Menu on page 7 14 for information on programming these parameters GENERATOR CONTROL AND SUPPORT Sets the parameters for starting a generator based on time type of generator being used and the i...

Page 178: ...hold down the green GEN button 3 While holding the green GEN button down press the INV to move into the BEGIN BASIC SETUP MENU 4 Release the GEN and INV buttons Figure 7 1 Accessing the Basic Setup Me...

Page 179: ...wn the green GEN button 7 While holding the green GEN button down press the red INV to move into the ADVANCDED SETUP MENU Figure 7 2 Accessing the Advanced Setup Menu Press the green GEN button and ho...

Page 180: ...o the batteries such as a PV array wind generator micro hydro generator etc When this level is met or exceeded the unit turns on the charger and directs the excess DC power to the AC loads and attempt...

Page 181: ...ent source provides more current that what is needed to maintain the batteries at the float voltage and power the inverter loads the battery voltage will rise The inverter will continue to maintain th...

Page 182: ...allowed to decrease to in order to trigger the Silent mode The 20C Float Done Amps AC setting is usually set to 1 of the total battery bank capacity To calculate the 20C Float Done Amps AC 1 Multiply...

Page 183: ...usage parameters the Advanced Setup Menu Headings 21 Grid AC1 Usage Menu and 22 Battery Xfer Menu are used Table 7 2 Calculating the Float Done Amps for a 24 volt 700 amp hour Battery Step Instructio...

Page 184: ...e settings in menu 22B Low Xfer LBX VDC and then transfers to the utility Utility grid power is then used as a backup source to keep the loads powered When the batteries have recharged from an externa...

Page 185: ...is setting only operates with the AC1 input grid input 22 Battery Xfer BX Menu This menu heading provides settings that determine the transfer levels when the loads will be powered from the inverter o...

Page 186: ...re compensated 23 ALM Relays Menu Auxiliary Load functions are controlled by setting parameters in Menu Heading 23 ALM Relays Using this feature requires the additional purchase of a Xantrex ALM The A...

Page 187: ...le time period set in menu 23C RY9 Delay At DeEngz Min the relay de energizes and closes the contacts between the N C and COM terminals This setting is not temperature compensated when a BTS is instal...

Page 188: ...the cooldown selection to enable an external contactor to allow both legs of a generator to go through a cooldown period When using the generator AUTO selection and connecting two inverters in a seri...

Page 189: ...Menu Item Descriptions 976 0043 01 01 7 17 Figure 7 3 Relay 11 Wiring Example to Dual Inverters with Cooldown selected...

Page 190: ...uctions on programming these menu items 25 GEN Starting Details Menu This Menu sets parameters for starting the generator based on type of generator used See 25 Gen Starting Details Menu on page 7 24...

Page 191: ...N stages of the battery charging have completed thus fully recharging the batteries Automatic Generator Control The generator can be programmed to start and stop automatically based on the following s...

Page 192: ...pre selected time determined by the 24A GEN Run Time Start h m value Whenever the generator starts automatically based on this time it will shut off once the Time of Day clock has reached the 24B Gen...

Page 193: ...starting unless the battery voltage reaches the LBCO setting for the LBCO delay period 5 An auto start generator will turn off if an AC source is connected to the AC1 terminal unless AUTO start was ba...

Page 194: ...ted unless the actual battery voltage reaches the level set in menu 11C Low Battery Cut Out VDC for a continuous period of 30 seconds If you want to override this generator start feature and not have...

Page 195: ...e internal counter reaches the number of days set the generator starts at the end of the quiet time setting If the generator is run for 5 minutes at any time during this period this counter resets and...

Page 196: ...the control signals for the generator To program these parameters RY7 provides either a STOP or a RUN signal It can also provide a GLOW signal for diesel generator engines This mode is selected in me...

Page 197: ...is RN2 Since there is no monitoring of the generator by the inverter in this mode only one attempt is made to start the generator GS This selection GlowStop provides a momentary contact closure betwe...

Page 198: ...king signal period Check with the Generator s manufacturer for specific details The RN1 setting requires AC2 input to sense the generator output to stop cranking The RN2 setting does NOT require AC2 i...

Page 199: ...eriod The inverter attempts to start the generator up to 6 times Guidelines for setting this menu item If the required voltage level is not reached relay RY7 closes in the GS mode to stop the generato...

Page 200: ...rs GENERATOR START MODULE RY7 STOP SWITCH CONTACTS ONAN TYPE GENERATOR COM N O N C RY8 COM N O N C START SWITCH CONTACTS 5 AMP FUSE 5 AMP FUSE RY7 RUN STOP SWITCH CONTACTS HONDA TYPE GENERATOR COM N O...

Page 201: ...the load amps reaches the 26A Load Start Amps AC setting and remains longer than the period set in 26B Load Start Delay Minutes 4 If the time set for the generator to run in 24A GEN Run Time Start h m...

Page 202: ...erator OFF 25C Pre Crank Seconds 25D Max Cranking Seconds Generator Run Period BEGIN and continue clockwise 1 Manual turn OFF 2 Load is reduced 3 Charger finishes a RN1 finished bulk and absorption ch...

Page 203: ...s Generator Run Period 1 Manual turn ON 2 Load Start 3 Voltage Start 4 Exercise Start 5 Gen Run Start Time Command to Start OFF OFF OFF ON YEL LED RY7 NC C NO GRN LED RY8 NC C NO OFF OFF YEL LED RY7 N...

Page 204: ...connected to the automatic start system 25D Max Cranking Seconds This menu item sets the maximum number of seconds the starter is cranked during the starting sequence by engaging relay RY8 Guidelines...

Page 205: ...unt of time the generator continues to run after the load current determined by the 04E Load Amps AC meter decreases below the 26A Load Start Amps AC setting 26D 24 Hr Start Volts DC This menu item se...

Page 206: ...cond start attempts to auto start the generator even if the quiet time as set in menu 24 Generator Timers Menu is enabled This is a read only display 27 Save Restore Settings Menu This menu provides t...

Page 207: ...Defaults This menu item provides the means to restore the factory default settings To restore the factory default settings 1 Press the button to select 27C Push Gen For Factory Defaults 2 Press the gr...

Page 208: ...7 36...

Page 209: ...8 Operation Chapter 8 Operation explains how to operate the Sine Wave Plus Inverter Charger It also explains how to read the LED indicators and User Menus to determine system status...

Page 210: ...mance throughout it s operation Check the LED indicators for system status information See LED Indicators on page 8 3 for the description of their meaning Check the 04 Meters Menu to confirm current v...

Page 211: ...status LEDs indicate the various operating conditions of the inverter Unless otherwise indicated the LEDs will be ON solid and not flashing or blinking The LEDs also are grouped by function LEDs prov...

Page 212: ...tes the inverter is operational and inverter power to the AC output is available to power the load if needed Therefore this LED will be illuminated during normal operation Search Mode Indication If th...

Page 213: ...g BX mode or the Grid Usage Timer this LED will continue to blink even if the source is within tolerance AC2 Generator LED The AC2 LED indicates power has been applied to the inverter s AC2 generator...

Page 214: ...mer h m value which ever comes first The inverter then switches over to the FINISH stage of charging This LED is also used to indicate an equalization charge When this LED is blinking it indicates the...

Page 215: ...termine which error condition has occurred Error conditions include Over current menu item 05A Transformer Over temp menu item 05B Heatsink Over temp menu item 05C Low Battery Voltage menu item 05D Hi...

Page 216: ...dition but an indication that the inverter charger is in a special mode or condition i e such as Bypass Mode Charger only Mode Generator Cooldown Period etc Status conditions include Bypass Mode was s...

Page 217: ...equency limits and is providing pass thru power to the loads or AC1 is selected under the 01D Bypass Mode menu item AC power is present on the AC1 input terminal The AC power may not be within voltage...

Page 218: ...Error If the Error LED flashes and no Error cause is displayed in 05 Error Causes then the AC input frequency is in need of adjustment Status LED yellow No Status condition has been detected A Status...

Page 219: ...01A Inverter OFF SRCH ON CHR OFF OFF SRCH ON CHR OFF page 8 15 01B EQ Charge OFF ON OFF OFF ON OFF page 8 16 01C Search Watts SRCH 00 248 08 00 248 08 page 8 16 01D Bypass Mode AC1 NORM AC2 NORM AC1...

Page 220: ...Read Only page 8 23 04F Inverter Volts AC 00 to 163 Read Only 0 to 163 Read Only page 8 23 04G Grid AC1 Volts AC 00 to 163 Read Only 0 to163 Read Only page 8 24 04H Gen AC2 Volts AC 00 to 163 Read On...

Page 221: ...NO YES Read Only NO YES Read Only page 8 30 06F Battery Vdc LBCO NO YES Read Only NO YES Read Only page 8 30 06G Battery Vdc HBCO NO YES Read Only NO YES Read Only page 8 30 06H EPO shutdown NO YES R...

Page 222: ...access the 01A Inverter User Menu Press the red INV button to go directly to 01A Inverter To directly access the 02 Generator User Menu Press the green GEN button to go directly to 02A Generator Figur...

Page 223: ...wer is not present on the inverter s input the inverter will not provide an output voltage to the load until the load exceeds the value set for the 01C Search Watts and 11E Search Watts setting Use th...

Page 224: ...nished the generator is stopped after cool down if started automatically and the cursor returns to OFF A BULK charge can be initiated by moving the cursor to ON then OFF 01C Search Watts SRCH This men...

Page 225: ...automatically based on programmed usage parameters This menu heading also provides generator status menus 02B through 02F to help determine why a generator started 01D Bypass Mode AC1 NORM AC2 Import...

Page 226: ...urn off when the current as shown on the 04E Load Amps AC display decreases below the 26A Load Start Amps setting for the 26C Load Stop Delay Min period If the generator started automatically based on...

Page 227: ...art Exercise Run A YES displayed in this menu item indicates the generator has or is about to start because the 24E Exercise Period Days setting in menu item 24E has been reached The generator will co...

Page 228: ...t DC system voltage AC output voltage and output frequency 03C Company Name and Address Menu item 03C displays the company name and street address where the Sine Wave Plus was built 03D City State and...

Page 229: ...ault settings Only the system clock will remain unchanged using the reset function It also runs an LED and relay test which allows users to check the LEDs on the inverter display and the relays and LE...

Page 230: ...attery Actual Vdc This menu item displays the actual DC battery voltage This value is used for setting the following menu items 11C Low Battery Cutout Vdc 11A High Battery Cutout Vdc 22B Low Battery X...

Page 231: ...the other unit is using a large amount of current to keep the battery charged 04C Inverter Charger Amps AC This menu item displays the AC amperage A positive amp reading indicates the inverter charge...

Page 232: ...ency of the AC source 04J Max Bulk EQ Time h m This menu item display shows the time the system has been charging the batteries in either bulk absorption or equalize mode 04K Battery Temp Degrees C Th...

Page 233: ...ceeded their designed operating temperature and the inverter will shut off If the unit is operating as a battery charger when this error condition occurs the inverter stops charging to prevent further...

Page 234: ...display the battery voltage has dropped below the 11C Low Battery Cutout VDC setting continuously for the 11D LBCO Delay Minutes period When a battery protection fault occurs due to either a high or...

Page 235: ...AC source is within acceptable tolerances 05F External Err Stacked If Yes is displayed then the inverter showing the error Inverter 1 has received a shutdown command from the stacked inverter Inverte...

Page 236: ...eriod and indicates the error Whenever this error occurs the inverter is prevented from starting the generator until this error is cleared To clear this error select OFF from menu item 02A Generator D...

Page 237: ...g a float charge if Float is selected or a silent charge as necessary if Silent is selected 06C Gen Signaled to Run If Yes is displayed the generator was issued a command to start This menu item only...

Page 238: ...he inverter has received an Emergency Power OFF Shutdown command from an externally located shut off switch to the inverter s EPO Port 07 GSM ALM Options Menu The 07 GSM ALM Options Menu displays the...

Page 239: ...en displayed at or below the level set in menu item 23B RY9 DeEnergized 07E RY10 ALM Energized If Yes is displayed the inverter has sent out a command to energize the RY10 relay between the N O to COM...

Page 240: ...8 32...

Page 241: ...9 Troubleshooting Chapter 9 contains information and procedures for troubleshooting the Sine Wave Plus...

Page 242: ...VERT LED is on with no ERROR LED Open AC output breakers or fuses and bad output wire connections Look at Control Panel display under 04F Inverter Volts AC and check AC voltage on the inverter AC term...

Page 243: ...uorescent Bulbs These work the opposite of incandescent light bulbs If the inverter is set to detect a 30 watt load and a 40 watt fluorescent is switched on the inverter will not detect it This is bec...

Page 244: ...ynchronize and charge unless you are within the 21 Grid Usage timer period AC1 or AC2 LED is flashing but will not start charging allow 40 seconds to synchronize AC frequency at the AC input terminal...

Page 245: ...imit VAC settings window to allow synchronization Engage circuit breaker on top of unit press on breaker button to ensure it is engaged Cool the unit down or check the inverter cooling fan or check fo...

Page 246: ...e if your voltage returns to the bulk float voltage The red Error LED and the STATUS LED illuminate at the same time and the inverter shuts down The inverter has detected a low battery voltage conditi...

Page 247: ...may be blocked Charging setting is too high based on ambient temperature around inverter Check for high input AC voltage Remove excessive loads Let inverter cool down and try restarting Hold a piece...

Page 248: ...selection If you do have an automatic start generator that is started by the inverter test by selecting ON Measure the AC voltage on the AC2 input terminals while the generator is starting Check the s...

Page 249: ...A Inverter Specifications Appendix A Inverter Specifications provides the electrical and environmental specifications of this inverter...

Page 250: ...ations 3 3 Frequency Nominal 0 04 Crystal Controlled 60 Hz 60 Hz Continuous Output 25 C 21 amps AC 21 amps AC Surge Capability 25 C 5 second rating resistive 80 A RMS 80 A RMS Over current trip point...

Page 251: ...Type Indoor ventilated Galvaneel steel chassis with powder coat finish Indoor ventilated Galvaneel steel chassis with powder coat finish Unit Weight 105 lb 48 kg 105 lb 48 kg Shipping Weight 111 lb 5...

Page 252: ...ch is typically 3 5 The multi stepped output is formed by modulation of the voltage through mixing of the transformers in a specific order Anywhere from 34 52 steps per AC cycle are present in the wav...

Page 253: ...the AC source Bi Directional Topology The inverter s power topology is bi directional If the waveform created by the inverter has a higher voltage than the paralleled AC source then power flows from...

Page 254: ...oads Inductive loads such as motors are run less efficiently due to the impact of power factor losses The Sine Wave Plus offers an extremely good efficiency curve The inverter reaches high efficiency...

Page 255: ...500 1000 1500 2000 2500 Output Power in Watts Efficiency Measurements made using resistive load bank and Yokogawa WT 2030 Digital Power Meter SW Plus 2548 Efficiency Curve 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90...

Page 256: ...allowable current is reduced When the available current is reduced the capacity of the inverter to run loads is reduced The graph below shows the effect temperature has on the inverter s capacity to...

Page 257: ...ir continuous power ratings This graph shows how loads that are larger than the inverter can sustain continuously can be operated for useful periods of time The length of time that the inverter can op...

Page 258: ...Inverter Specifications A 10 976 0043 01 01 Figure A 6 Time versus Current for the Sine Wave Plus 2548...

Page 259: ...B Configuration Settings Appendix B Configuration Settings provides worksheets for programming your inverter charger for user specific parameters...

Page 260: ...FF ON OFF 01C Search Watts SRCH 00 248 08 00 248 08 01D Bypass Mode AC1 NORM AC2 NORM AC1 NORM AC2 NORM 02 Generator ON OFF Menu See 02 Generator ON OFF Menu on page 8 17 for details 02A Generator OFF...

Page 261: ...3 50 Read Only 00 00 to 23 50 Read Only 04K Battery Temp Degrees C 28 to 60 OL Read Only 28 to 60 OL Read Only 04L Fan Speed 00 01 02 03 04 Read Only 00 01 02 03 04 Read Only 05 Error Causes Menu See...

Page 262: ...Only 06H EPO shutdown NO YES Read Only NO YES Read Only 07 GSM ALM Menu See 07 GSM ALM Options Menu on page 8 30 for details 07A RY7 GSM Energized NO YES Read Only NO YES Read Only 07B RY8 GSM Energiz...

Page 263: ...0 00 00 00 00 00 00 to 00 09 00 00 00 00 10C Set Second 00 59 00 00 00 00 59 00 00 00 11 Inverter Setup Menu See 11 Inverter Setup Menu on page 6 8 for details 11A High Battery Cut Out Vdc 16 1 34 0 3...

Page 264: ...30 13D Input Lower Limit Vac 80 115 110 80 115 110 14 Save Restore Settings Menu See 14 Save Restore Settings Menu on page 6 25 for details 14A Push INV now to save settings Push INV now to Save Setti...

Page 265: ...Float Done Amps AC 00 40 10 00 40 10 20D Must Float Time Min 00 255 04 00 255 05 21 Grid AC1 Usage Menu See 21 Grid AC1 Usage Menu on page 7 11 for details 21A Grid Usage SB BX SB BX SB SB BX SB 21B G...

Page 266: ...2 GS GS RN1 RN2 GS 25B Gen Warmup Second Minute 0 127 0 127 10 Seconds 0 127 0 127 10 Seconds 25C Pre Crank Seconds 00 255 10 0 255 10 25D Max Crank Seconds 01 15 10 01 15 10 25E Post Crank Seconds 00...

Page 267: ...ettings Push INV now to save Settings 27B Push GEN to restore settings Push GEN to restore settings 27C Push GEN for Factory Defaults PUSH GEN for Factory Defaults Table B 3 Advanced Setup Default and...

Page 268: ...B 10...

Page 269: ...x C Battery Information supplies general information about batteries such as battery types battery bank sizing battery configurations and battery care For detailed information see your battery manufac...

Page 270: ...of chemistries Batteries can be either sealed or non sealed vented Deep discharge The battery types recommended for use in an inverter system are Flooded Lead Acid FLA Sealed Gel Cells GEL Sealed Abs...

Page 271: ...ystem and 24 cells for a 48 volt system The number of cells required in a battery bank for alkaline batteries must therefore be adjusted for a 24 and 48 volt system that is 20 cells for a 24 volt syst...

Page 272: ...ischarge rate 72 hour rate will result in a larger number of amp hours being available for electrical loads Calculation This calculation shows how to determine the level of current drawn from a batter...

Page 273: ...available energy If an engine generator is part of the system design the days of autonomy can be determined by simply deciding how often you are prepared to run the generator Significant battery cost...

Page 274: ...ill use the appliance For example you use the microwave every day but a bread maker only once a week If you use an appliance for less than an hour express the time as a decimal portion of an hour Amps...

Page 275: ...olumn 4 Multiply Hours x Days for each load identified to determine the watt hours per week 5 Add the total watt hours per week for all loads then divide by 7 to obtain the average total watt hours pe...

Page 276: ...owever you should try to find the exact wattage on the appliance label Table C 2 Determining Battery Bank Size Average amp hours per day 95 Divided by inverter efficiency 90 for Sine Wave Plus 0 9 Div...

Page 277: ...DC requirements and run time for operating the AC loads This voltage must match the DC requirements of the inverter Batteries with more than two or three series strings in parallel often exhibit poor...

Page 278: ...e batteries in a parallel configuration The Sine Wave Plus is not available in a 12 volt unit Figure C 2 12 Volt Battery Wiring Series Configuration 12 V 12 V 48 V INVERTER Total battery capacity 100...

Page 279: ...s 24 volts shown in Figure C 4 and Figure C 5 2 Repeat this step for the next battery string Two identical strings of batteries are now wired in series Parallel wiring To wire the batteries in paralle...

Page 280: ...tring one and negative cable to string two for inverter 2 as shown in the diagram below Figure C 6 Series Parallel Configuration Wired to the Inverter 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 48 V INVE...

Page 281: ...the batteries will be charged to during a normal charge cycle Gel cell batteries are set to a lower value and non sealed batteries are set to a higher voltage setting Float Voltage The Float voltage...

Page 282: ...1 20 0 80 2 40 1 60 40 104 0 90 0 60 1 80 1 20 35 95 0 60 0 40 1 20 0 80 30 86 0 30 0 20 0 60 0 40 25 77 0 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 20 68 0 30 0 20 0 60 0 40 15 59 0 60 0 40 1 20 0 80 10 50 0 90 0 60 1 80 1...

Page 283: ...ch battery cell Only distilled water should be used in a battery as tap or mineral water may contain contaminants which will upset the battery chemistry and may damage the battery When filling the bat...

Page 284: ...charge should be checked often and only when the battery at a state of rest when the battery is not powering loads or actively being charged First thing in the morning is usually the best time to chec...

Page 285: ...The values given are for a temperature of 77 F 25 C Cooler temperatures produce lower voltage measurements Table C 6 Battery State of Charge System Voltage Percent of Full Charge 12 Volt 24 Volt 48 Vo...

Page 286: ...C 18...

Page 287: ...This information is provided for basic reference only Because of the wide variety of generator circuits available Xantrex can not be held responsible for the accuracy of the information provided Alway...

Page 288: ...arding additional safety protection components that may be required Two well known manufacturers of three wire starting generators are Honda and Onan Each uses a different starting sequence and must b...

Page 289: ...c generator start system allows for glow plug control The addition of a relay between the GSM and the generator may be required to operate the glow plugs due to the amperage and to separate the stop s...

Page 290: ...D 4...

Page 291: ...r charge protection This information is provided for basic reference only Because of the wide variety of generator circuits available Xantrex can not be held responsible for the accuracy of the inform...

Page 292: ...ts the batteries from exceeding a user specified voltage level This preserves and extends the life of the battery by preventing the damage caused by overcharging The charge controller can also take ov...

Page 293: ...nect should open trip or the batteries are fully charged and no other DC loads are connected in the system A diversion load controller prevents damage to the generator system by diverting the power fr...

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Page 295: ...120 Vac inverters or generators WARNING Fire Hazard A possible fire hazard can exist if 120 Vac only sources such as inverters and generators are wired incorrectly into 120 240 Vac panels containing...

Page 296: ...f phase with each other so the neutral wire never receives more current than it was designed to handle as the current from each circuit subtracts or cancels out leaving only the difference current bet...

Page 297: ...Load Center L1 L2 Neutral Ground 120 Vac 120 Vac 15 A Breaker Ganged 240 Vac from Grid Bare Ground Single White Neutral Current Flow 10 A Black Hot Current Flow 5 A Red Hot Current Flow 15 A White Neu...

Page 298: ...3 wire plus ground arrangement black red white and copper for each circuit run If this arrangement exists in the panel and it is being powered by a stand alone 120 Vac inverter a potential fire hazar...

Page 299: ...0 Vac split phase configuration This solution may actually be less expensive than having an electrician re wire the multiwire branch circuits It also provides increased power backup protection and can...

Page 300: ...al Ground 120 Vac 120 Vac 15 A Breaker Ganged Bare Ground Single White Neutral Current Flow 0 A Black Hot Current Flow 15 A Red Hot Current Flow 15 A White Neutral Splice Current Flow 15 A 15 A Breake...

Page 301: ...G Emergency Power Off Switches Appendix G Emergency Power Off Switches supplies information about the requirements for installing an Emergency Power Off Switch...

Page 302: ...rts To provide a shutdown solution the Sine Wave Plus includes a feature that when utilized with a properly marked switch can disable and shutdown the system The Sine Wave Plus is one of the first ren...

Page 303: ...inverter output and the sub essential loads panel When the EPO switch is activated as described above the inverter shuts down and a separate set of contacts provides the signal to trip the shunt trip...

Page 304: ...ignating Shunt Trip Main Disconnect shall be located on the exterior of the building or structure and approximately one foot 1 above and one foot 1 to one side of the shunt trip mechanism Service disc...

Page 305: ...gular intervals For example 120 Vac 60 Hz power reverses flow 60 times a second hence the rating 60 Hz cycles Amp A measurement of the flow of electrical current One amp is equal to the electric force...

Page 306: ...r number of times per second that the flow of AC electricity reverses itself Also referred to as cycles see alternating current High Battery Protection A control circuit that disconnects charge curren...

Page 307: ...modified square wave National Electric Code The electrical wiring and installation standards used in the United States Off Grid An electrical system that is not connected to a utility distribution gr...

Page 308: ...ity being supplied to loads appliances for example from one source of power to another A transfer switch may be used to designate whether power to a distribution panel will come from a generator or in...

Page 309: ...ndards Association DC Direct Current DCCB DC Conduit Box EMI Electro Magnetic Interference EPO Emergency Power Off FLT Float relates to battery charging FCC Federal Communications Commission GEN Gener...

Page 310: ...Computer PV Photovoltaic solar electric panels PVGFP PV Ground Fault Protection RE Renewable Energy RFI Radio Frequency Interference RMA Return Material Authorization SB Stand By SLT Silent relates t...

Page 311: ...placement products Xantrex reserves the right to use parts or products of original or improved design in the repair or replacement If Xantrex repairs or replaces a product its warranty continues for t...

Page 312: ...uct if it has been misused neglected improperly installed physically damaged or altered either internally or externally or damaged from improper use or use in an unsuitable environment b the product i...

Page 313: ...may vary from state to state or province to province Warning Limitations On Use Please refer to your product manual for limitations on uses of the product SPECIFICALLY PLEASE NOTE THAT THE SINE WAVE...

Page 314: ...ex Authorized Service Center ASC A Xantrex return material authorization RMA number is not required However you must contact the ASC prior to returning the product or presenting the unit to verify any...

Page 315: ...tion e g RV truck ________________________________ Length of time inverter has been installed ________________________________ Battery battery bank size ________________________________ Battery type e...

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Page 317: ...Cable Lugs 2 13 Battery Cable Requirements 2 12 Bonding the Grounding System 2 9 BTS 1 7 C Certification 1 5 Certification Label 1 4 1 5 Charge Controller 2 30 chassis ground lug 1 6 Chassis Grounding...

Page 318: ...f 2 32 Off Grid 2 2 Off Grid Applications 2 18 On Grid 2 2 Optional Equipment 2 22 Over voltage Protection using a Charge Controller E 2 P Peak Load Management 2 44 Positive Ground 2 7 Power Vs Effici...

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