Xantrex Technology FREEDOM SW 3000 - Manual (Page 30)

16 Freedom SW 3000 Owner’s Guide
Operating The Freedom SW 3000
Operating in Invert Mode
Once the inverter/charger is installed, you can operate it in invert mode.
To operate in invert mode from the front panel:
1. Press the Inverter Enable button on the Freedom SW 3000.
2. If external AC is present, the External AC light illuminates. If AC is
present and you want to operate the inverter, remove AC so the
inverter turns on.
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Once the Inverter On light is on, the Freedom SW 3000 inverter is
ready to deliver AC power to the loads.
To operate the inverter with the System Control Panel, refer to “Operating
the Freedom SW 3000 with the Optional System Control Panel (SCP)” on
page 12.
Operating Limits for Inverter Operation
Temperature The Freedom SW 3000 produces 120 volts AC at 3000
watts continuously in room temperature. The Freedom SW 3000 can deliver
this power in an ambient (surrounding) temperature up to 77 °F (25 °C). In
higher ambient temperatures, if the loads draw full power for an extended
period of time, the unit may shut down to protect itself against overheating.
As with all inverters, the amount of continuous power that the Freedom SW
3000 can deliver without overheating is limited by the ambient air
temperature. The Freedom SW 3000 will operate and deliver its continuous
power rating at higher temperatures, but the ambient temperature as well as
the input voltage from the battery will limit the extent to which the unit can
run continuously.
The Freedom SW 3000 has 6000-watt surge for ten seconds. Operating the
inverter/charger in conditions outside of power and temperature limits,
however, will result in thermal shutdown and/or significantly decreased
performance. In addition, operation in this range is outside the ratings
covered by the regulatory approvals of the product. See
“Invert Power
Derating versus Ambient Temperature” on page 64.
Difficulty on starting loads The inverter/charger should be able to
operate all AC loads rated at or below its power rating. Some high
horsepower induction motors used in pumps and other motor-operated
equipment require very high surge currents to start, and the inverter/charger
may have difficulty starting these loads. See “Inverter Applications” on
page 54.
If you have problems starting certain loads, ensure that:
• the battery connections are tight and clean,
• the DC cabling is no longer than the recommended length. Refer to the
FSW3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger Installation Guide for this
information,
• the AC wiring is of recommended size. Refer to the FSW3000 Sine
Wave Inverter/Charger Installation Guide for this information, and
• the battery is of sufficient capacity and is fully charged.
IMPORTANT: Review the “Important Safety Instructions” on page iv
before operating the inverter/charger.
IMPORTANT: If you are having problems with any of your loads, refer to
“Inverter Applications” on page 54.