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PowerHub 1800

Installation Guide

PH1800

975-0289-01-01(PowerHub_1800).book Page 1 Friday, January 5, 2007 12:47 PM

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Page 1: ...PowerHub 1800 Installation Guide PH1800 975 0289 01 01 PowerHub_1800 book Page 1 Friday January 5 2007 12 47 PM...

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Page 3: ...PowerHub 1800 Installation Guide 975 0289 01 01 PowerHub_1800 book Page i Friday January 5 2007 12 47 PM...

Page 4: ...IN WRITING XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC XANTREX A MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION B ASSU...

Page 5: ...e who needs to plan for and install the PowerHub 1800 Permanent installations should be done by certified technicians or electricians Installers should have adequate knowledge of national and local el...

Page 6: ...gs identify conditions or practices that could result in personal injury or loss of life CAUTION Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the unit or other equipment Im...

Page 7: ...that are intended for use with this product Doing otherwise may result in a risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons 5 To avoid a risk of fire and electric shock make sure that all of the ins...

Page 8: ...rvice the PowerHub yourself may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire and will void your warranty Internal capacitors remain charged after all power is disconnected 8 The PowerHub must be provi...

Page 9: ...ion follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer 6 Make sure that nothing is blocking the air vents on the back of the enclosure 7 Never smoke or allow a spark or flame ne...

Page 10: ...ipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful...

Page 11: ...er or an experienced radio TV technician for help Power Down Procedure If softwired To Power Down the PowerHub 1800 Figure ii Power Down Procedure for Softwired Installations Disconnect Loads Press ON...

Page 12: ...5 Disconnect any loads directly connected to the front panel of the PowerHub Press ON OFF Switch to turn OFF Inverter Charger Disconnect the Utility power by opening the AC input circuit breaker in t...

Page 13: ...olar Applications 1 7 Wind Applications 1 8 Combination Applications 1 9 2 Planning Planning Overview 2 2 Tools Required 2 3 Hardware Materials Required 2 3 Environmental Requirements 2 3 Dimensions 2...

Page 14: ...ound Fault Protection Renewable Energy Solar Array Maximum 1000 W 3 16 DC Wiring Renewable Energy Wind Maximum 1000 W 3 17 Replacing the Top Cover 3 18 Double check 3 18 Power Up Procedure 3 19 Power...

Page 15: ...Cabling for Two Batteries 3 5 Figure 3 5 Connecting the Battery Bank to the Inverter 3 6 Figure 3 6 Connecting Two Battery Boxes to the Inverter 3 7 Figure 3 7 Replacing the Top to the Battery Box 3 8...

Page 16: ...ftwired Installations 3 21 Figure 3 21 Power Down Procedure for Hardwired Installations 3 22 Figure 3 22 Replacing Ground Fault Protection Fuse 3 24 Figure A 1 Three Stage Charging Process A 4 975 028...

Page 17: ...ecifications for the Inverter A 2 Table A 2 Electrical Specifications for the Battery Box A 2 Table A 3 Physical Specifications of the Inverter A 3 Table A 4 Physical Specifications of the Battery Box...

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Page 19: ...1 Introduction Chapter 1 describes the features and functions of the PowerHub 1800 Figure 1 1 The PowerHub 1800 975 0289 01 01 PowerHub_1800 book Page 1 Friday January 5 2007 12 47 PM...

Page 20: ...eries when an AC source generator or utility grid is available Run time on batteries will vary depending on the size of the loads using the power Figure 1 2 PowerHub 1800 Components PowerHub 1800 Inst...

Page 21: ...he Battery Box one on each side Two pairs of DC input terminals for renewable energy connections one 32 A input terminal and one 80 A input terminal External inputs to these terminals must be external...

Page 22: ...lar and wind renewable energy inputs a 32 A and an 80 A See Figure 3 9 on page 3 10 for a detailed illustration of the Input Output and ground terminals Regulatory This system complies with CSA 107 1...

Page 23: ...generators in non permanent installations For fixed permanent installations Xantrex recommends using electrical code compliant wiring methods Important The total amount of output power available to po...

Page 24: ...knowledge of national and local code to ensure the installation passes inspection by the local electric authority Figure 1 5 Hardwired Utility Applications Example only Actual installation may vary Im...

Page 25: ...lectrical codes Installers should have adequate knowledge of national and local code to ensure the installation passes inspection by the local electric authority Figure 1 6 Hardwired Solar Application...

Page 26: ...s Installers should have adequate knowledge of national and local code to ensure the installation passes inspection by the local electric authority Figure 1 7 Hardwired Wind Applications Wind Turbine...

Page 27: ...ection by the local electric authority Figure 1 8 Hardwired Combination Applications Wind Turbine Must be self regulated DC IN AC OUT AC IN AC Distribution Panel Sub Panel Solar Panel s and Charge Con...

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Page 29: ...2 Planning Chapter 2 contains information on planning the installation of this equipment 975 0289 01 01 PowerHub_1800 book Page 1 Friday January 5 2007 12 47 PM...

Page 30: ...provided with all the equipment 6 Review all material provided with the batteries 7 Review any material related to the installation of the renewable energy components 8 Collect all necessary tools an...

Page 31: ...to be determined by the location of the installation See Table 3 1 on page 3 11 Conduits and appropriate fittings for wire runs e g wire nuts Breaker panels 15 A circuit breakers and appropriately siz...

Page 32: ...eave adequate space for access if the unit is to be hardwired 12 may not be adequate IMPORTANT The Powerhub should be mounted on concrete floors or on floors designed to support a minimum load of 100...

Page 33: ...mum dimension of battery to be 12 W 6 75 D 9 H including terminal posts Terminal Location Top required Terminal Type L type or screw in terminal Important The PowerHub 1800 is designed to be permanent...

Page 34: ...ormance and charging anomalies can occur if types sizes or age of batteries are not identical CAUTION Keep the weight of the batteries in mind when installing dual battery boxes Ensure the structure f...

Page 35: ...nd may vary based on model brand of appliance Run Time PowerHub 2 battery boxesc hours c Operating times assume a fully charged 400 Ah battery bank and may vary based on model brand of appliance Cordl...

Page 36: ...oltaic solar panels that meet the following requirements 12 V solar panels up to 400 W maximum on 32 A DC input terminal or 1000 W maximum on 80 A DC input terminal Solar panels require additional equ...

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Page 39: ...nents if used 4 Connect the battery bank to the inverter 5 Connect the DC sources if used 6 Connect the AC sources a if hardwired close utility input breaker or b if softwired plug AC cord into genera...

Page 40: ...on which side of the inverter box the Battery Box will be placed and locate the four 6 32 mounting screws on that side s of the inverter These screws can be identified by the small ring of bare metal...

Page 41: ...he screw interlocks with the top of the keyhole slot inside the Battery Box Also ensure that the washers on the mounting screws end up on the inside of the battery box and not between the battery box...

Page 42: ...nverter If using one battery These cables are connected to the Anderson Plugs in the front panel of the battery box If using two batteries see Figure 3 6 for additional cabling instructions Split Wash...

Page 43: ...portant When disconnecting batteries ensure all incoming power has been disconnected Then remove the Positive red cable FIRST and the negative black cable LAST CONNECT SECOND Positive red Cable from t...

Page 44: ...e check the cabling of the batteries to ensure proper polarity BEFORE connecting the battery box to the inverter Damage caused to the inverter due to improper battery cabling is not covered by the lim...

Page 45: ...h the Anderson connectors from the second Battery box over the top of the fuses in the front of the second battery box 5 If the unit is going to be softwired connect the Anderson cables to the inverte...

Page 46: ...Phillips screws in the plastic bag provided to secure the top in place Torque to 1 3 nm 11 5 in lb 2 Align the screw holes from the top to the enclosure Repeat this procedure for the second battery b...

Page 47: ...ended to allow connection to portable generators in non permanent installations For fixed permanent installations Xantrex recommends using electrical code compliant wiring methods See Permanent Wiring...

Page 48: ...Remove the 5 6 32 Phillips screws on the top of the inverter Lift off the panel to expose the terminals Wiring Terminals Enlargement BEFORE REMOVING INVERTER COVER Check to ensure the AC Indicator LED...

Page 49: ...used Manufacturer s recommendation 20 3 Nm 180 in lbs DC Input 80 A DC Input 100 A fused Manufacturer s recommendation 20 3 Nm 180 in lbs DC Ground Manufacturer s recommendation 20 3 Nm 180 in lbs Sys...

Page 50: ...rgy Sources IMPORTANT Be sure to install approved conduit and strain relief in the knockout holes to protect the wiring from being damaged by any sharp edges along the hole openings If installing AC f...

Page 51: ...e one Connect the PowerHub to a 15 A circuit breaker in the AC Distribution Panel This AC Distribution Panel may not be fed with any other AC sources Torque Neutral and Line terminals to 1 3 nm 11 5 i...

Page 52: ...l to 1 8 nm 16 0 in lbs Connect the PowerHub to a 15 A circuit breaker in the AC Distribution Panel This AC Distribution Panel may not be fed with any other AC sources Torque Neutral and Line terminal...

Page 53: ...quirements Be sure to consult your local electric authority for additional requirements Figure 3 14 Connecting the DC Input Renewable Energy Solar Panel Example only Actual installation may vary Torqu...

Page 54: ...lectric authority for additional requirements Figure 3 15 Connecting the DC Input Renewable Energy Solar Array Example only Actual installation may vary Example only Consult the PV Manufacturer for sp...

Page 55: ...nal requirements Figure 3 16 Connecting the DC Input Renewable Energy Wind Example only Actual installation may vary Torque Positive Negative and Ground terminals to 20 3 nm 180 in lbs IMPORTANT Wind...

Page 56: ...the solar panels wired properly Are the wind generators cabled properly Are the appropriate disconnects circuit breakers etc in place Is all the wiring and cabling in undamaged condition Figure 3 17...

Page 57: ...dure for Softwired Installations Connect the Loads Press ON OFF Switch to turn ON Inverter Charger Connect the PowerHub to the generator and turn the generator ON if required Connect the Battery Box e...

Page 58: ...Input Open Inverter Output breaker Apply DC Input power by closing the DC Disconnect Input Breaker or disconnect from the Renewable Energy inputs Apply Utility power if available from the Main AC Dist...

Page 59: ...Power Down Procedure for Softwired Installations Disconnect Loads Press ON OFF Switch to turn OFF Inverter Charger Disconnect the PowerHub from the generator and turn the generator OFF Disconnect the...

Page 60: ...3 6 4 5 Disconnect any loads directly connected to the front panel of the PowerHub Press ON OFF Switch to turn OFF Inverter Charger Disconnect the Utility power by opening the AC input circuit breake...

Page 61: ...tection Fuse The ground fault protection fuse will blow when severe leakage occurs between the PV array and earth ground or when the system has been installed with faulty DC wiring Before replacing th...

Page 62: ...ted 1A 250 Vac slow blow or equivalent 4 Replace the panel on the top of the inverter and tighten all five screws securely Figure 3 22 Replacing Ground Fault Protection Fuse Remove the 5 6 32 Phillips...

Page 63: ...A Specifications Appendix A provides electrical and physical specifications for the PowerHub 1800 975 0289 01 01 PowerHub_1800 book Page 1 Friday January 5 2007 12 47 PM...

Page 64: ...ac Low Battery Cutout 10 5 Vdc with 240 W load and 11 0 V with 240 W load High Battery Cutout 15 0 Vdc Transfer Relay Rating 20 A Transfer Time AC to Inverter 40 ms AC Qualification Time 20 seconds Pr...

Page 65: ...orption Stage the constant voltage mode is limited to 14 2 Vdc The current will drop as batteries voltage rises Upon dropping to 4 A the unit will transition to the Float charge This stage will not ex...

Page 66: ...oltage drops below 12 5 Vdc the unit will start a new Bulk stage Figure A 1 Three Stage Charging Process Voltage Bulk Stage Absorption Stage Float Stage Standby Stop Mode Current Maximum Charge Amps S...

Page 67: ...500 W 4 A Bulk Mode 40 A Absorption Mode 14 2 Vdc 4 hours maximum Float Mode 13 7 Vdc 8 hours Switches from Absorption to Float Mode 4 A Switches from Float Mode back to Bulk Mode within the 8 hour l...

Page 68: ...em Table A 6 10 amp Charging Profile Parameter Name Default Value Charger Setting 10 A Maximum Bypass Current 1200 W 10 A Bulk Mode 10 A Absorption Mode 14 2 Vdc 4 hours maximum Float Mode 13 7 Vdc 8...

Page 69: ...ion 2 3 F Factory installed AC Cord 3 11 FCC information to the user viii first aid viii Function 1 2 G ground fault protection 3 23 Ground Terminals 1 4 H Hardware 2 3 Hardwired Permanent Application...

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