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BATTERY CHARGING

1. Do not equalize gel cell batteries.

Check remote default settings.

2. Always monitor the equalize charge
cycle. 

Provide proper ventilation for

battery fumes. Do not allow any sparks
during equalizing. If one or more cells begin
to overflow, terminate the equalize cycle.

3. Check the battery electrolyte both
before and after the equalizing charge.

Do not expose the battery plates to air.
Leave the battery caps on while equalizing.
Top off after equalizing.

4. Remove all loads from the DC system
before equalizing. 

Some DC loads may

not tolerate the high charge voltage.

5. With the Remote Control Panel 

the

battery state-of-charge LEDs sequence
during equalizing. When the equalization
cycle is complete, the charge automatically
goes to float and the green float LED bat-
tery status light is on.

WARNINGS

Summary of Contents for Fleet Power FP 3000-12

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Xantrex Fleet Power TM 3000 12 Inverter Charger FP 3000 12 ...

Page 2: ...AC transfer switching For your convenience service is available world wide from qualified service centers If you have any questions about your Fleet Power 3000 12 please contact Xantrex toll free at 1 800 670 0707 For technical support and additional information about Xantrex products visit our Web site at www xantrex com or email us at CustomerService xantrex com Notice of Copyright Xantrex Fleet...

Page 3: ... Sizing Battery Charging 15 Fleet Power Battery Chargers Battery Charger Voltage Table 20 Installation Precautions 21 Installation 22 Key Installation Points Grounding Neutral Bonding AC Wiring AC Input AC Output Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters Remote Control Wiring TSC Temperature Sensitive Charging DC Wiring Battery Cable Fusing Power ON Checks TABLE OF CONTENTS Troubleshooting 31 LED Fault St...

Page 4: ...ource and transfer the source power through directly to the loads When the external AC power source is disconnected the transfer switch allows automatic switching back to the inverter The FP3000 12 operates as a self contained backup power system just add batteries INTRODUCTION The FP3000 12 battery charger is electronically controlled and rated at a maximum output current of 140 amps DC It is des...

Page 5: ...olts the inverter will automatically shut off Charge the batteries to 13 5 volts to automatically resume operation Voltage shutdown also occurs for a high battery condition at 15 5 volts Operation will resume automatically when the battery voltage drops below 15 5 volts Check all DC sources on the system for the reason for the excessive voltage Power Sharing When connected to an external AC source...

Page 6: ... to the unit and the batteries the charge voltage is controlled based on battery temperature The charger adjusts the charge voltage to the best level minimizing water loss in wet cell batteries Charge voltage regulation opti mizes the battery life cycle THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW TSC Sensor Battery ...

Page 7: ...o enter the battery type select mode press and hold the INVERT switch for five seconds The status LEDs will change from indicating status information to indicating battery type The selection of the battery type is made with the Charge switch Turning the INVERT OFF will reduce battery power consumption to a very low level This is recommended if the unit will not be used for an extended period of ti...

Page 8: ...ed while AC power is being supplied NOTE When AC power is available the default setting for the charger is ON If the unit was manually turned OFF and AC power is inter rupted and becomes available again the charger will return to ON LOW BATTERY Red LED When the LED is OFF the battery voltage is normal between 10 5 and 15 0 volts DC When the LED is solid red it indicates a battery warning condition...

Page 9: ...ing error This condition will damage the unit and must be corrected before further operation TSC Temperature Sensitive Charging This provides for the connection of a sensor to measure battery temperature for compensated charging If no sensor is connected the charge voltage levels are set to defaults based on battery type OPTIONAL REMOTES If using a remote refer to the installation instructions inc...

Page 10: ...te control panel show battery voltage and DC current in both inverter and charger modes Easy to see red yellow and green LEDs show the battery state of charge Power Sharing charger ON OFF inverter ON OFF controls are provided Set up features include selection of Idle Threshold Battery Type and Battery Capacity Remote Control Panel ...

Page 11: ...of charging and will experience some water loss It is very important that the electrolyte level be checked frequently and topped off with distilled water when necessary Follow the battery manufacturer s recommendations for maintenance Never allow the top of the battery plates to be exposed to air as contamination of the cell will result Keep the top of batteries clean Always provide adequate venti...

Page 12: ...ut maintenance free The performance is similar to gel cell batteries The charge parameters are similar to wet cell batteries Battery Selection The most important feature to consider in making your battery selection is to select true deep cycle batteries rated in amp hours Ah and sized to match your power requirements BATTERIES BATTERY INTERCONNECTION In most cases you will be using a bank of two o...

Page 13: ...k Note It is not advisable to connect batteries of different case sizes or amp hour ratings in the same battery bank Always use properly sized wire and terminals for your interconnecting battery cables For size information refer to NEC requirements or contact your local electrician BATTERY BANK RATINGS AND SIZING Deep cycle batteries are usually rated in amp hours The amp hour rating is based on a...

Page 14: ...yles and brands of appliances may vary If using the same battery bank for the inverter and other DC loads be sure to consider the power consumption of the DC loads when sizing the battery bank n o i t p m u s n o C r e w o P l a c i p y T e c n a i l p p A l a c i p y T e g a t t a W s r u o H p m A s e m i T n u R e c n a i l p p A n i M 5 n i M 5 1 n i M 0 3 r H 1 r H 2 r H 3 r H 8 r H 4 2 V T r...

Page 15: ...gassing point In fact high voltage charging which gasses these batteries is harmful to them They typically require a lower bulk charge voltage and a higher float voltage than wet cell batteries Consult the battery manufacturer for specifications BATTERY CHARGING Fleet Power Battery Chargers Fleet Power battery chargers are designed to overcome the limitations of conventional chargers by utilizing ...

Page 16: ...enance Use of the Remote Control Panel provides the ability to periodically apply an equalizing charge Refer to Remote Control Panel owner s manual for more information The battery charger stages are Stage 1 Bulk Charge During the bulk charge stage most of the energy that has been consumed during discharge is returned to the battery bank This phase is engaged as soon as the battery charger is acti...

Page 17: ... or the timer engaged the charge current will shut off The unit monitors the battery voltage while it drifts down from the acceptance charge voltage limit When it reaches the float voltage set point the float charge stage is engaged The float charge stage holds the battery voltage constant at a preset lower level where it is safe for long term battery maintenance During the float charge stage the ...

Page 18: ...f the battery By applying an equalizing charge the sulfate is returned back to the electrolyte raising the specific gravity and fully exposing the active material of the plates 2 Bring all cells to the same potential All lead acid batteries are made up of individual 2 volt cells As the battery bank is cycled slight differences in the cells result in different cell voltages affecting the overall ch...

Page 19: ...electrolyte both before and after the equalizing charge Do not expose the battery plates to air Leave the battery caps on while equalizing Top off after equalizing 4 Remove all loads from the DC system before equalizing Some DC loads may not tolerate the high charge voltage 5 With the Remote Control Panel the battery state of charge LEDs sequence during equalizing When the equalization cycle is co...

Page 20: ...3 3 1 2 4 1 6 3 1 1 4 1 1 3 1 0 8 7 2 2 4 1 3 3 1 0 4 1 5 3 1 3 4 1 7 3 1 2 4 1 2 3 1 0 7 1 2 4 4 1 5 3 1 1 4 1 6 3 1 4 4 1 8 3 1 3 4 1 3 3 1 0 6 6 1 6 4 1 7 3 1 3 4 1 8 3 1 5 4 1 9 3 1 4 4 1 4 3 1 0 5 0 1 8 4 1 9 3 1 4 4 1 9 3 1 6 4 1 0 4 1 5 4 1 5 3 1 0 4 5 0 5 1 1 4 1 6 4 1 1 4 1 7 4 1 1 4 1 6 4 1 6 3 1 0 3 1 2 5 1 3 4 1 7 4 1 2 4 1 8 4 1 2 4 1 7 4 1 7 3 1 There are two gel battery settings Che...

Page 21: ...the risk of fire do not obstruct ventilation openings Do not mount in a zero clearance compartment overheating may result CAUTION Risk of electrical shock Both AC DC voltage sources are terminated inside this equipment Before servicing disconnect all inputs and outputs Typical Tools Needed Flathead and Phillips screwdrivers Allen Hex screwdriver 1 8 Wrench for connecting battery cables 9 16 Wire c...

Page 22: ...feet Do not use frame ground or a ground bonding system as a current carrying conductor Run the negative cable directly to the battery bank If the positive and negative cables run parallel to each other twist the cables together This will minimize the inductive adverse effects of cable length Be sure the cable size meets with NEC requirements for your installation 6 Make sure all wiring conforms t...

Page 23: ...sing a method approved by the connector manufac turer For the connections to meet all require ments T B recommends that each terminal be crimped in two places with a pressure of 15 INSTALLATION tons using a hexagonal die The T B die has a code number of 54 After the crimp is made the barrel of the terminal and the first inch of the cable needs to be covered in UL Listed or UL Recognized heat shrin...

Page 24: ...y and to the AC loads or distribution panel It is important that these AC input and AC output ground wires connect to the AC ground bus in the circuit breaker panels Some installations require heavier grounding wire Conform to local and national electrical codes More information on grounding can be found in the National Electrical Code and local electrical codes INSTALLATION Note The battery cable...

Page 25: ...e If a 30 ampere service supplies the inverter charger additional 20 ampere 15 ampere in Canada maximum branch circuit rated circuit breakers will be required between the inverter charger and the loads Feed one or two three conductor AC input wire s through the strain relief and into the AC INSTALLATION wiring compartment Allow 6 inches of individual insulated black white and green wire to work wi...

Page 26: ...with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI Please consult the code or a qualified electrician for details Any such branch circuits must be protected by a brand rated circuit breaker consistent with the GFCI rating Underwriters Laboratories has tested the following GFCI and its use is recommended Receptacle Type Pass Seymour Catalog Number 1591 Rated 15 Amps at 120 Volts AC Remote Control Wiring ...

Page 27: ...ough a selector switch to one or more battery banks A spark may be generated when the final battery connection is made This is normal do not be alarmed However do not make the final connection in the presence of flammable fumes If multiple batteries are used the interconnecting jumper cables must be the same AWG or larger as those connected to the inverter charger NOTE If installing in a vehicle d...

Page 28: ...he positive battery cable within 18 inches of the battery Recommended Fuse UL Listed Class T JLLN with a DC Rating This fuse with fuse holder is available from your dealer For the FP3000 12 350 Amp Fuse Holder PN 84 4159 00 350 Amp Fuse Only PN 84 4152 00 RING RING TERMINAL FUSE HOLDER FUSE BATTERY CABLE INVERTER CABLE FLAT WASHER LOCK WASHER NUT FUSE HOLDER FUSE BATTERY CABLE INVERTER CABLE FLAT ...

Page 29: ...will illuminate and the voltage indicator will display the battery voltage The DC Amps LED will not be lit because the unit is in the idle mode Do not turn the inverter ON before eliminating any possibility of backfeed WARNING Add a load of 7 watts or more to the output of the inverter A 40 watt incandescent light bulb will work fine The DC Amps LEDs on the remote will indicate the DC draw from th...

Page 30: ...ll be illuminated NOTE When using Temperature Sensitive Charging this time may be longer NOTE When AC is available the unit will auto matically default to charge mode without the operator setting the unit in CHARGE mode If you do not want to charge it is necessary to press the CHARGE switch OFF Verify the charger is working by using a voltmeter The battery voltage should gradually increase If usin...

Page 31: ...n i n r a W n a h t e r o m r o 0 1 n a h t s s e l s t l o v 5 1 n e e r G d i l o S n e e r G g n i k n i l B d e R d i l o S o n t u b y d a e r r e g r a h C g n i t r e v n I r e v O e l b a l i a v a C A l a n r e t x e g n i n r a W e r u t a r e p m e t n w o d t u h s r e t r e v n I g n i n r a W F F O n e e r G g n i k n i l B g n i k n i l B w o l S d e R n w o d t u h s e g a t l o V ...

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Page 33: ...nt to flow Batteries arranged in series are connected with the negative of the GLOSSARY first to the positive of the second negative of the second to the positive of the third etc If two 6 volt batteries of 50 amp hours capacity are connected in series the circuit voltage is equal to the sum of the two battery voltages or 12 volts and the amp hour capacity of the combination is 50 amp hours Circui...

Page 34: ... values are known the third value can be calculated by using the above formula Positive Designating or pertaining to electrical potential opposite of negative The positive battery terminal is the point where electrons return to the battery during discharge Power Sharing The feature of the charger to reduce its output when the AC power being consumed by the charger and external AC loads connected t...

Page 35: ...tage Equalizing Charge Voltage Status Panel Weight Dimensions variable on unit with Temperature Sensor installed and adjustable by Battery Type selected on the inverter charger control panel or from the Remote Control Panel 12 VDC 10 0 to 15 5 VDC 10 0 VDC 0 5 Minimum 90 VAC Normal 130 VAC 50 or 60 Hz Quartz Regulated 3000 VA 120 V 5 true RMS Modified Sine Wave 75 amps 12 amps All 86 60 Hz 93 Over...

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Page 37: ...horepower source with optional generator Systems with a 50 amp 120 240 volt split phase four wire shorepower source with optional generator Inverter charger configuration Single input single output FP3000 12 DC Cable and Fuse General Guide Fuse size 350 A Typical DC amps 300 A Cable AWG by length 1 to 3 ft 3 0 3 to 6 ft 3 0 6 to 10 ft 4 0 This guide is intended to provide general recommendations f...

Page 38: ...ted main breaker In this type of system the panel loads would normally not include any heavy loads such as space heaters stove water heaters air conditioners AC to DC converters or other battery chargers If these types of loads are present they should be turned OFF when the inverter power is being used to prevent overloading the inverter or rapidly discharging the battery bank To avoid the need fo...

Page 39: ...r Transfer Switch 30 A Shorepower Class T Fuse FP3000 12 Installation Option 1 Single Input Single Output 30 Amp Transfer Switch Power Shares with Charger Always consult Local and National Electrical Codes for proper wire size prior to installation FP3000 12 10 3 AWG Wire Hot Bus AC Wire Colors Hot Black Neutral White Ground Green bare 30 A Hot Line Neutral Ground ...

Page 40: ...rter loads only and can transfer up to 30 amps The heavier loads such as space heaters stove water heater air conditioners AC to DC converters or other battery chargers should remain connected to the main AC panel These loads are only supplied by shore or generator power from the main panel This split load approach will help avoid problems such as overloading the inverter or rapidly discharging th...

Page 41: ... Option 2 Single Input Single Output 30 Amp Transfer Switch Power Shares with Charger Always consult Local and National Electrical Codes for proper wire size prior to installation FP3000 12 10 3 AWG Wire Hot Bus Neutral Bus Ground Bus 30 From Shore or Optional Generator L1 Neu Gnd Main AC Panel Hot Bus AC Wire Colors Hot Black Neutral White Ground Green bare Main ...

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Page 43: ...s both parts and labor necessary to repair the product and return shipment to the customer via a Xantrex selected non expedited surface freight within the contiguous United States and Canada Alaska and Hawaii are excluded Contact Xantrex Customer Service for details on freight policy for return shipments outside of the contiguous United States and Canada How do you get service If your product requ...

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Page 45: ...on the outside of the shipping box if they are shipped collect or if they are shipped to the wrong location When you contact Xantrex to obtain service please have your instruction manual ready for reference and be prepared to supply The serial number of your product Information about the installation and use of the unit Information about the failure and or reason for the return A copy of your date...

Page 46: ... for all documents duties tariffs and deposits If you are returning a product to a Xantrex 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 return procedures that may apply to that particular facility WARRANTY ...

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