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Freedom HF Installation Guide

Basic Installation Procedures

AC Input Connections for the Freedom HF

 

1800 T

 

Model

1

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 unit.

3.

Connect the female PTI cable connector to the AC IN male receptacle 
on the unit.

4.

Connect the other end of the wires to the circuit breaker in the AC 
distribution panel supplying AC power to the unit.

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.

1.For Freedom HF 1800 T (806-1840-01), this connection is for 

AC IN

. For Freedom

HF 1800 T (806-1840-03), this connection is for 

AC OUT

to circuit 
breaker

NOTE

: See footnote below.

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD

Do not alter the AC cord and its three-prong plug. The AC cord is pre-
installed and pre-wired to the AC Input terminals of the unit.
Do not connect the plug to other than a properly grounded electrical wall 
outlet.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious 
injury.

to wall 
outlet

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Page 1: ...ual product See features for comparisons Model Product Numbers 806 1020 806 1054 806 1054 01 806 1055 806 1055 02 806 1544 806 1544 01 806 1840 806 1840 01 G2 TDN8853 806 1840 01 806 1840 02 806 1840...

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Page 3: ...WITH THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE VERSION WHICH IS POSTED AT WWW XANTREX COM Document Part Number 975 0395 01 01 Date and Revision May 2018 Rev F Product Numbers 1000 watt Models 806 1020 Freedom HF 1000 806...

Page 4: ...tallation codes Analyzing and reducing the hazards involved in performing electrical work Selecting and using Personal Protective Equipment PPE Conventions Used The following conventions are used in t...

Page 5: ...ions only when additional drip protection is installed in certain orientations See the installation guide for information Do not operate the inverter charger if it has received a sharp blow been dropp...

Page 6: ...all in a zero clearance compartment Do not use transformerless battery chargers in conjunction with the inverter charger due to overheating Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or...

Page 7: ...short circuit current high enough to weld a ring or metal bracelet or the like to the battery terminal causing a severe burn 7 When removing a battery always remove the negative terminal from the batt...

Page 8: ...the voltage of the batteries matches the output voltage of the inverter charger Be careful to keep corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes and skin when cleaning battery terminals Failure t...

Page 9: ...ions See the installation guide for information It is not intended for other applications as it may not comply with the additional safety code requirements needed for those other applications See Limi...

Page 10: ...off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment a...

Page 11: ...Tools and Materials 3 High Level Overview of Installation Steps 4 Basic Installation Procedures 5 Drip Shield Installation For Marine Installations 34 Configuration 36 Marine Installation 37 Specific...

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Page 13: ...ezel not shown one set of lock washers and nuts not shown NOTE If any of the items are missing contact Xantrex or any authorized Xantrex dealer for replacement See Contact Information on page i Other...

Page 14: ...NEC The Canadian Electrical Code CEC The U S Code of Federal Regulations CFRs Canadian Standards Association CSA and the RV Industry Association RVIA for installations in RVs The American Boating Yac...

Page 15: ...cable sized appropriately for load and application Wire nuts or crimp connectors for AC wire and appropriate tools Two 1 2 strain relief clamps supplied for AC cables DC cable sized appropriately for...

Page 16: ...the AC source panel 5 Connect the AC output wiring to the AC load panel 6 Connect one end of the DC negative cable to the negative of the battery and the other to the negative terminal of the unit 7 I...

Page 17: ...ing an installation Start on page 6 Step 2 Choosing a location for the Freedom HF Start on page 12 Step 3 Mounting the Freedom HF Start on page 13 Step 4 Connecting the AC input wires Start on page 15...

Page 18: ...nd some of these are briefly described below Figure 2 shows some components and their relationship to each other in a typical recreational vehicle or fleet vehicle installation Also see Marine Install...

Page 19: ...ors of various sizes including some as small as 700 watts AC Disconnect and Over Current Protection Device Most safety requirements and electrical codes require the Freedom HF s AC and DC inputs and o...

Page 20: ...s as over current protection and as a disconnect for the AC shore power supply line Additional circuit breakers serve individual circuits one of which serves the Freedom HF The AC load panel can incor...

Page 21: ...amples are based on using a two conductor plus ground cable rated at 75 C and assuming an ambient temperature of up to 30 C Ensure that your breakers and fuses have suitable temperature ratings for yo...

Page 22: ...usually marked on the larger sized cables Table 2 specifies the minimum recommended DC cable size and maximum fuse size for the Freedom HF The DC cables must be copper and must be rated 75 C minimum T...

Page 23: ...HF uses 12 volt battery banks Every Freedom HF system requires a deep cycle battery or group of batteries that provide the DC current that the Freedom HF converts to AC Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt...

Page 24: ...excessive cable lengths which reduce input and output power due to wire resistance Use the recommended cable lengths and sizes especially between the battery banks and the Freedom HF Protected from ba...

Page 25: ...l position on a vertical surface see 2 On a horizontal surface see 3 3 Look for the mounting template and unfold Tape it to the mounting surface and pilot drill the desired number of mounting holes Re...

Page 26: ...size must not be smaller than one AWG size than the supply cable FIRE HAZARD Never operate the Freedom HF without properly connecting the equipment ground A fire hazard could result from improper gro...

Page 27: ...GFCI receptacles connected to that circuit If you plan to use the Freedom HF with the GFCI installed on the unit proceed to Step 6 Connecting the DC Cables on page 22 AC wiring includes all the wires...

Page 28: ...eaker rating Required Breaker Size amps Required Wire Size Freedom HF 1000 30 A maximum 10 AWG Freedom HF 1055 30 A maximum 10 AWG Freedom HF 1500 15 A maximum custom cable with connector Freedom HF 1...

Page 29: ...nto Ground terminal slot on the unit 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 for Line and Neutral connections 8 Connect the other end of the wires to the circuit breaker in the AC distribution panel supplying AC power...

Page 30: ...F 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 1 For Freedom HF 1800 T 806 1840 01 this connection is for...

Page 31: ...rupters GFCIs on page 11 FIRE SHOCK AND ENERGY HAZARDS Make sure wiring is disconnected from all electrical sources before handling All wiring must be done in accordance with local and national electr...

Page 32: ...und terminal slot on the unit 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 for Line and Neutral connections 8 Connect the other end of the wires to a circuit breaker in the inverter distribution panel AC Output Connections...

Page 33: ...hment screws to a torque of 1 3 1 8 lbf ft 1 76 2 44 Nm Leave some wiring slack inside the wiring compartment Ensure you have maintained correct polarity and that there are no loose strands of wire 9...

Page 34: ...y isolator or other device that will cause additional voltage drops Figure 5 shows the DC end for your reference REVERSE POLARITY DAMAGE Check cable polarity at both the battery and the Freedom HF bef...

Page 35: ...erter strip 1 2 inch 13 mm to 3 4 inch 19 mm of insulation from the cable The amount stripped off will depend on the terminals chosen 6 Thread a supplied DC terminal cover over the positive and negati...

Page 36: ...heated wires and melted insulation Do not over tighten the nut on the DC input terminals Damage to the DC input terminals may result The maximum torque setting is 120 in lbf 13 6 N m Failure to follow...

Page 37: ...connectors in certain trucks and vehicles Figure 6 DC Cable Connections 1 Anderson Power Products manufactures power interconnects and accessories An Ander son connector is a term used in this manual...

Page 38: ...gine negative bus For the Freedom HF 1000 use a wire of gauge 4AWG minimum For the Freedom HF 1500 use a wire of gauge 2AWG minimum For the Freedom HF 1800 use a wire of gauge 1 0AWG minimum Inverter...

Page 39: ...it will enable it 7 Strip the vehicle s ignition control wire and connect it to terminal Ignition Control NOTE Do not make any external connections to terminal A This can result in non warranty damag...

Page 40: ...tery s positive terminal To enable ignition control and to connect auxiliary DC power 1 Ensure that AC and DC power are both OFF 2 Ensure the vehicle s ignition is turned to OFF position It is highly...

Page 41: ...Do not make any external connections to terminal Disabled This can result in non warranty damage to the unit 7 Locate wiring for the auxiliary DC appliance that will be ignition controlled Use a mini...

Page 42: ...icle s Owner s Guide for proper instructions on how to reconnect the battery cables 11 Turn the vehicle s ignition to the ON position 12 Turn the DC appliance on Otherwise if the DC appliance does not...

Page 43: ...ive fumes and otherwise appropriate for mounting an electronic device 2 Tape the mounting template in the Freedom HF package to the mounting surface and mark the locations of the mounting holes and th...

Page 44: ...LED on the display panel glows yellow and the LED display illuminates 3 Plug an appliance within the power rating of the inverter into the Freedom HF GFCI or an AC outlet hard wired to the Freedom HF...

Page 45: ...operates your installation is successful NOTE If the Inverter button on the Freedom HF is turned ON the Freedom HF will automatically supply the appliances with inverter power if the shore power sourc...

Page 46: ...e drip shield set by contacting customer support When ordering mention drip shield part number 808 1050 ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Use this product in dry areas only Operating the unit under wet conditio...

Page 47: ...d to a wall 2 Locate an appropriate setting for the drip shields above the Freedom HF making sure you cover the entire width of the unit You can overlay the shields as shown in Figure 11 below 3 Faste...

Page 48: ...nfiguration Refer to 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 49: ...x 30A circuit breaker that supplies the Freedom HF 3 An AC load panel with branch circuit breakers that supply only loads that run off the Freedom HF 4 Engine negative bus DC ground bus 5 DC power sup...

Page 50: ...rature Operating Temperature Range Storage Temperature Range 0 40 C 20 60 C with output derated above 25 C 40 70 C Humidity Operation Storage 5 95 RH non condensing Ambient Temperature Operating Tempe...

Page 51: ...DC 0 16 VDC Normal voltage for all models 12 5 VDC 12 5 VDC Nominal current at full load 100 ADC 180 ADC AC Output 1000 watt models 1500 and 1800 watt models Output voltage 115 VAC 115 VAC Continuous...

Page 52: ...DC 0 0 VDC Max output voltage 14 4 VDC 14 4 VDC Nominal output current User selectable 2A 5A 10A 20A Freedom HF 1000 5A 15A 35A 55A Freedom HF 1055 User selectable 2A 10A 20A 40A Charger current derat...

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