Xantrex Technology Freedom Sw 3000 User Manual

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Owners Guide  
Freedom SW 3000  
Sine Wave Inverter/Charger  
About Xantrex  
Date and Revision  
January 2010 Rev A  
world leader in the development, manufacturing and marketing of advanced power  
electronic products and systems for the renewable and mobile power markets. The  
company's products convert and control raw electrical power from any central,  
distributed, renewable, or backup power source into high-quality power required by  
electronic equipment and the electricity grid. Xantrex is headquartered in Vancouver,  
Canada, with facilities in the United States, Germany, Spain, and a joint venture in  
China.  
Document Part Number  
975-0545-01-01  
Product Number  
815-3000  
Trademarks  
Contact Information  
Xantrex and Smart Choice for Power are trademarks of Schneider Electric  
International Services sprl, registered in the U.S. and other countries. Other  
trademarks, registered trademarks, and product names are the property of their  
respective owners and are used herein for identification purposes only.  
Telephone:  
1 800 670 0707 (toll free North America)  
1 408 987 6030 (direct)  
Fax:  
1 800 994 7828 (toll free North America)  
Email:  
Web:  
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Freedom SW 3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger Owner’s Guide © January 2010  
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About This Guide  
Purpose  
The purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations and  
procedures for operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining the Freedom  
SW 3000 Inverter/Charger.  
STATEMENT OF HAZARD  
Contains statements of avoidance or strict compliance.  
Scope  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious  
injury.  
The Guide provides safety and operating guidelines as well as information  
on configuring the inverter/charger. It also provides information about  
troubleshooting the unit. It does not provide details about particular brands  
of batteries. You need to consult individual battery manufacturers for this  
information.  
STATEMENT OF HAZARD  
Contains statements of avoidance or strict compliance.  
Audience  
The Guide is intended for users and operators of the Freedom SW 3000  
Inverter/Charger.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in minor or moderate  
injury.  
Conventions Used  
The following conventions are used in this guide.  
STATEMENT OF HAZARD  
Contains statements of avoidance or strict compliance.  
STATEMENT OF HAZARD  
Contains statements of avoidance or strict compliance.  
Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or  
damage other equipment.  
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious  
injury.  
IMPORTANT: These notes describe things which are important for you to  
know, however, they are not as serious as a caution or warning.  
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Related Information  
You can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc. as well as  
its products and services at www.xantrex.com.  
NOTE: The Installation Guide (Document Part Number: 975-0546-01-01) is  
primarily intended for qualified installers who need to install and configure  
the Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger. The installer should have  
knowledge and experience in installing electrical equipment, knowledge of  
the applicable installation codes, and awareness of the hazards involved in  
performing electrical work and how to reduce those hazards. A qualified  
technician or electrician has this knowledge and experience.  
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Important Safety Instructions  
IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS OWNERS GUIDE FOR FUTURE  
REFERENCE.  
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD  
Do not expose the Freedom SW 3000 to rain, snow, spray, or bilge  
water. This inverter/charger is designed for indoor use only.  
Do not operate the inverter/charger if it has received a sharp blow,  
been dropped, has cracks or openings in the enclosure including if the  
fuse cover has been lost, damaged, or will not close, or otherwise  
damaged in any other way.  
This chapter contains important safety and installation instructions for the  
Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger (Freedom SW 3000). Each time,  
before using the Freedom SW 3000, READ ALL instructions and  
cautionary markings on or provided with the inverter/charger, the batteries,  
and all appropriate sections of this guide.  
Do not disassemble the inverter/charger. Internal capacitors remain  
charged after all power is disconnected.  
Disconnect both AC and DC power from the inverter/charger before  
attempting any maintenance or cleaning or working on any circuits  
connected to the inverter/charger. See note below.  
NOTE: The Freedom SW 3000 contains no user-serviceable parts. See  
Do not operate the inverter/charger with damaged or substandard  
wiring. Make sure that all wiring is in good condition and is not  
undersized.  
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious  
injury.  
NOTE: Turning off the inverter/charger using the on/off switch on the front  
panel will not reduce an electrical shock hazard.  
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NOTES:  
1. Follow these instructions and those published by the battery  
manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use  
in the vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary markings on these  
products and on the engine.  
FIRE AND BURN HAZARD  
Do not cover or obstruct the air intake vent openings and/or install in  
a zero-clearance compartment.  
Do not use transformerless battery chargers in conjunction with the  
inverter/charger due to overheating.  
2. This inverter/charger contains components which tend to produce arcs  
or sparks.  
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious  
injury.  
3. Locations include any space containing gasoline-powered machinery,  
fuel tanks, as well as joints, fittings, or other connections between  
components of the fuel system.  
EXPLOSION HAZARD  
Charge only properly rated (such as 12 V) lead-acid (GEL, AGM,  
Flooded, or lead-calcium) rechargeable batteries because other  
battery types may explode and burst.  
Do not work in the vicinity of lead-acid batteries. Batteries generate  
explosive gases during normal operation. See note #1.  
Do not install and/or operate in compartments containing flammable  
materials or in locations that require ignition-protected equipment.  
See notes #2 and #3.  
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious  
injury.  
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Precautions When Working With Batteries  
5. Use extra caution to reduce the risk or dropping a metal tool on the  
battery. It could spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical  
parts and could cause an explosion.  
BURN FROM HIGH SHORT-CIRCUIT CURRENT, FIRE AND EXPLO-  
SION FROM VENTED GASES HAZARDS  
6. Batteries can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring  
or metal bracelet or the like to the battery terminal, causing a severe  
burn.  
Always wear proper, non-absorbent gloves, complete eye protection,  
and clothing protection. Avoid touching your eyes and wiping your  
forehead while working near batteries. See note #4.  
7. When removing a battery, always remove the negative terminal from  
the battery first for systems with grounded negative. If it is grounded  
positive, remove the positive terminal first. Make sure all loads  
connected to the battery and all accessories are off so you don’t cause  
an arc.  
Remove all personal metal items, like rings, bracelets, and watches  
when working with batteries. See notes #5 and #6 below.  
Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or batteries.  
Never charge a frozen battery.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious  
injury.  
NOTES:  
1. Mount and place the Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger unit away  
from batteries in a well ventilated compartment.  
2. Always have someone within range of your voice or close enough to  
come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.  
3. Always have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid  
contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.  
4. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap  
and water. If acid enters your eye, immediately flood it with running  
cold water for at least twenty minutes and get medical attention  
immediately.  
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Precautions When Preparing to Charge  
Precautions When Placing the Inverter/Charger  
RISK OF DAMAGE TO THE INVERTER/CHARGER  
EXPOSURE TO CHEMICALS AND GASES HAZARD  
Never allow battery acid to drip on the inverter/charger when reading  
Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.  
Make sure the voltage of the batteries matches the output voltage of  
the inverter/charger.  
gravity, or filling battery.  
Never place the Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger unit directly  
above batteries; gases from a battery will corrode and damage the  
inverter/charger.  
Be careful to keep corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes  
and skin when cleaning battery terminals.  
Do not place a battery on top of the inverter/charger.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious  
injury.  
Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or  
damage other equipment.  
NOTES:  
Study and follow all of the battery manufacturer's specific precautions,  
such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging, whether  
equalization is acceptable for your battery, and recommended rates of  
charge.  
For flooded non-sealed batteries, add distilled water in each cell until  
battery acid reaches the level specified by the battery manufacturer.  
This helps to purge excessive gas from cells. Do not overfill. For a  
battery without removable cell caps, carefully follow manufacturer's  
instructions.  
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Regulatory  
The Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger is certified to appropriate US and  
Canadian standards. For more information see “Regulatory Approvals” on  
The Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger is intended to be used for  
residential or commercial applications. It is not intended for other  
applications as it may not comply with the additional safety code  
requirements needed for those other applications. See “Limitations On Use”  
below.  
LIMITATIONS ON USE  
Do not use in connection with life support systems or other medical  
equipment or devices.  
Do not use in ambulances or other life-saving emergency vehicles.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious  
injury.  
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Contents  
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv  
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1  
Materials List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1  
About the Freedom SW 3000  
Inverter/Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
Premium Power and Ease of Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
How the Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
Inverting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
Xanbus® System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4  
Comprehensive Electronic Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5  
Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
Front and Side Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
Front and Side Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
AC and DC Side Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Supplied Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
Optional System Accessories and Network Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
Operating The Freedom SW 3000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Operating the Freedom SW 3000 with the Optional System Control Panel (SCP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Using the SCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
On Start Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
System Start-up Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Viewing the Firmware Revision Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Operating in Invert Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Operating Limits for Inverter Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Operating in Charger Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
Charger Operation with Battery Temperature  
Sensor (BTS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
Operating in Equalization Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Equalizing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Terminating the Equalization Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Operating Limits for Charger Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Monitoring the Freedom SW 3000 Indicator Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Faults and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Monitoring Status Messages on the SCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
System Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
Safe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
System Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
System Menu Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Viewing the System Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Viewing the Select Device Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Selecting the Freedom SW 3000 from the Select Device Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
Selecting and Adjusting the Configurable Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
Selecting the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
Menu Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
Device Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
AC Input1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
AC Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
Menu (Basic) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Power Share . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Equalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34  
Batt Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37  
Batt Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37  
Clear Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37  
Menu (Advanced) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Power Share . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Configure Inv/Chg (Configure Inverter/Charger) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Equalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Clear Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
View Device Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Basic Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Sub-Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39  
Configure Inv/Chg Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39  
AC Limits (Configure AC Limits) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41  
View Device Info (View Device Information) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43  
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45  
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45  
Fault Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45  
Warning Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46  
Troubleshooting Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47  
General Troubleshooting Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47  
Warning Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49  
Fault Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50  
Inverter Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54  
Battery Charging Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55  
Battery Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55  
Charge Algorithm Stages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56  
Three-Stage charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56  
Two-Stage Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57  
Charge Algorithm Graph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58  
Charge Algorithm Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58  
Battery Charger Interruption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61  
Fan Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63  
Invert Power Derating vs. Ambient Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64  
Charger Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64  
Warranty and Return Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65  
Introduction  
Congratulations on your purchase of the Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/  
Charger (Freedom SW 3000). The Freedom SW 3000 has been designed to  
give you premium power, ease of use, and outstanding reliability.  
Please read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main performance  
and protection features of the Freedom SW 3000.  
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owner’s and installation guides,  
Freedom SW 3000  
Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS),  
Freedom SW remote panel with 25-foot communications cable,  
DC terminal covers (one red, one black) with two sets of screws, and  
two sets of nuts and washers for the DC terminals.  
BTS  
NOTE: If any of the items are missing, contact Xantrex or any authorized  
Remote Panel with  
Xantrex dealer for replacement. See “Contact Information” on page i.  
communications cable  
IMPORTANT: Keep the carton and packing material in case you need to  
return the Freedom SW 3000 for servicing.  
nuts and washers  
DC terminal covers  
with screws  
Figure 1 Materials List  
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Introduction  
Premium Power and Ease of Use  
About the Freedom SW 3000  
Inverter/Charger  
For managing your onboard power system, the Freedom SW 3000 provides  
superior features and rugged durability combined with ease of use. The  
Freedom SW 3000:  
The Freedom SW 3000 is a convenient combination of an inverter,  
multistage battery charger, and transfer switch in one electronic device.  
Produces 120 volts AC at up to 3000 watts continuous with a 6000-  
watt surge for ten seconds,  
As an inverter, the Freedom SW 3000 provides true sine wave power  
for your microwave, entertainment system, computer, and other loads.  
This power is identical to the AC source provided from the utility grid  
(power company).  
Provides three-stage charging with 150 amps of output and charge  
formulas for flooded, gel, and AGM deep cycle batteries plus  
equalization for flooded batteries,  
Some of the benefits of true sine wave power include consistent  
cooking in your microwave, handling of sensitive loads such as your  
TV set, dimmer switches, and appliances with speed controls.  
Powers sensitive entertainment electronics using true sine wave power,  
Allows split phase input transfers of two legs of 30 amps to make full  
use of the available AC power,  
As a 150 amp power-factor corrected charger, the Freedom SW 3000  
quickly and efficiently recharges your batteries.  
Has easy-to-read indicator lights on the front panel,  
Has automatic cooling fans, and  
Unique split phase design transfers up to 7.2 kW of incoming qualified  
AC power.  
Provides power sharing which reduces the charging current to prevent  
unnecessary tripping of an AC input breaker.  
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Introduction  
Charging  
How the Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger  
Works  
The Freedom SW 3000’s charging function:  
produces 150 amps to charge your batteries, and  
equalizes flooded, lead acid batteries.  
The Freedom SW 3000 is designed to:  
invert,  
Built-in Charge Formulas For the unit to perform at the highest level,  
the batteries must be charged correctly. The Freedom SW 3000 has  
optimized algorithms for flooded, gel, and AGM batteries.  
charge, and  
accept both split phase and dual input.  
With AC input available from the utility grid or a generator, power is passed  
through the Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger to operate connected AC  
loads. The remaining AC power not used by loads is converted to DC  
power and used to charge batteries.  
Battery Temperature Sensor Since battery temperature is a key factor  
in correct charging, the charging formula must be adjusted (automatically  
and in real time) according to the actual battery temperature to ensure that  
batteries are fully charged, but not overcharged. For this reason, Xantrex®  
has included a battery temperature sensor with your Freedom SW 3000 and  
has temperature compensated the charge formula.  
If AC input power becomes disconnected, fails, or falls out of specification  
and is no longer qualified as good AC, a quick transfer takes place and the  
Freedom SW 3000 begins converting DC power from the batteries into AC Manual Equalization Over a period of time, the cells in a flooded  
power, to continue to supply power to the AC loads.  
battery can develop uneven chemical states. This can result in a weak  
(undercharged) cell which, in turn, can reduce the overall capacity of the  
battery. To improve the life and performance of a non-sealed, flooded  
battery, the Freedom SW 3000’s multi-stage charging cycle includes a  
manual equalize mode that can be used, if recommended by the battery  
manufacturer.  
Inverting  
The Freedom SW 3000’s inverting function produces 120 volts AC from  
your batteries at 3000 watts continuous with 6000 watts of surge power to  
start loads like pumps and refrigerators.  
Dead Battery Charging Another feature that the Freedom SW 3000  
includes is dead battery charging. The Freedom SW 3000—unlike many  
chargers—has the ability to recharge batteries even if the battery voltage is  
very low, i.e., as low as 5 volts.  
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Load Management The Freedom SW 3000 has a built-in transfer relay  
that connects your inverter output or AC input from the utility grid or  
generator to your loads. Because the usual AC power sources such as  
campground outlets or small generators often have limited current  
availability, having the capability to manage your AC loads is extremely  
valuable. The Freedom SW 3000 provides a number of features to facilitate  
this:  
Xanbus System  
The Xanbus system includes the Freedom SW 3000 and other Xanbus-  
enabled devices. The Freedom SW 3000 is the device in a Xanbus system  
that typically provides network power—500 mA at 12 volts DC. All of the  
Xanbus-enabled devices, such as the Freedom SW 3000, the System  
Control Panel (SCP), and the Automatic Generator Starter (AGS) are able  
to communicate their settings and activity to each other. See Figure 1.  
The charger is power factor corrected to use AC current as efficiently  
as possible and only requires 22 amps to provide rated charger output.  
Minimizing the AC current used by the charger means more current is  
available for your AC loads.  
Freedom SW 3000 has a power share feature which prioritizes your  
AC loads by reducing the charge current and maintaining the total  
input current to less than your breaker setting or the breaker setting.  
Occasionally, AC input sources have low voltage. To avoid loading  
these weak sources any further, the charger automatically reduces its  
AC current draw as the AC voltage approaches the minimum  
acceptable level.  
AC Out  
AC In  
Figure 1 Typical Xanbus System Diagram  
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Introduction  
Comprehensive Electronic Protection  
Freedom SW 3000 is approved to meet a number of safety standards  
including UL 458 and CSA C22.2 No. 107.1. See “Regulatory Approvals”  
on page 63 for more information.  
The Xanbus-enabled designation means that this product works on a  
Xanbus network. Xanbus-enabled products are:  
Freedom SW 3000 is equipped with numerous protection features to ensure  
safe operation.  
Easy to use. The Xanbus network simplifies operation and automates  
routine tasks.  
Protection feature  
This feature…  
Reliable. Software control eliminates analog signalling errors.  
Battery over-voltage  
protection  
Keeps the battery voltage from getting too  
high in charge mode. Shuts the inverter off in  
invert mode.  
Accurate. Digital information is less susceptible to interference and  
line loss.  
Upgradeable. Software upgrades mean your purchase will remain up  
to date.  
Battery under-voltage  
protection  
Prevents inverter from discharging your  
batteries too low. The inverter doesn’t run if  
battery voltage is too low.  
For detailed instructions and a complete list of Xanbus-enabled devices,  
Over-temperature  
protection  
Protects the unit from overheating by either  
derating (charge mode) or by shutting down  
Protects the unit from excessive loads. The  
unit will provide 6000 watts (twice the rated  
load) for up to ten seconds, and then protect  
itself by shutting down. See “Inverter  
information.  
Automatic overload  
protection  
Short circuit protection  
Protects the unit by shutting it down.  
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Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger Features  
This section describes the different parts of the Freedom SW 3000.  
Front and Side Panels  
AC  
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Controls and  
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Figure 2 Freedom SW 3000 Front and Side Panels  
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Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger Features  
Front and Side Panels  
Before you begin to operate the Freedom SW 3000, review the front panel  
features shown in Figure 3 and described in the next table. A detailed view  
of the lights and buttons on the front panel is shown in Figure 4 and  
described in the table next to it.  
Item  
Description  
1
Front Panel contains the Xanbus interface ports for  
connecting Xanbus-enabled devices, the Inverter Enable  
and Reset buttons, as well as various LED status lights.  
1
3
2
3
Mounting holes are used for mounting the unit. A total of  
eight holes are provided on the unit.  
Two variable-speed cooling fans are used to cool the  
unit. Fan speed control is based on internal temperature of  
critical components. The two exhaust fans control airflow  
though the transformer and power compartments of the  
unit. Ensure at least six inches of clearance for proper  
ventilation.  
3000W SINEWA  
FREE  
VE INVER  
DOM SW 3000  
TER/CHARGER  
UL 45  
CS  
3033614  
8
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Model  
Number  
FGA  
Number  
FSW3000  
815-3000  
Inverter Mode:  
3000  
Noml  
Nominal  
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Item  
Description  
2
1
1
for more information.  
2
AC wiring compartment access panel with  
compartment cover on. See “AC and DC Side Panels” on  
page 9 for more information.  
FREEDOM  
3
4
Fault light illuminates if a fault condition occurs.  
AC/Charge light illuminates when the Freedom SW  
3000 is in charge mode and is producing DC output to  
charge your batteries. AC/Charge also illuminates when  
you are connected to an AC source like the utility grid or  
a generator and the AC is qualified.  
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Inverter On indicates the unit is in invert mode.  
NOTE: If AC is present and invert mode is enabled, this  
light remains illuminated even though AC power is being  
passed through.  
6
7
Inverter Enable button is used to switch the inverter on  
and off.  
Reset button is used to clear any active faults if pressed  
momentarily. If held down for more than three seconds,  
the unit will reset (reboot) itself.  
8
7
6
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Inverter  
Inverter AC/  
On Charge Fault  
Reset Enable  
8
Xanbus Interface ports are used to connect Xanbus-  
enabled devices including the optional SCP and AGS.  
Xanbus Interface  
FREEDOM SW 3000  
Figure 4 Isometric View of the Front Panel and AC/DC Side Panel  
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Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger Features  
AC and DC Side Panels  
Item  
Description  
1
Remote (REM) jack provides connection for the  
Freedom Sine Wave remote panel (supplied).  
Battery temperature sensor (BTS) jack provides  
connection for the battery temperature sensor (supplied).  
Negative (–) DC terminal connects to the negative  
battery cable (black). Install a DC terminal cover  
(supplied) over the terminal.  
The DC side of the Freedom SW 3000 has the equipment ground lug, the  
positive (+) battery terminal, and the negative (–) battery terminal plus the  
remote network com port and battery temperature sensor com port.  
2
3
1 2  
3
5
4
5
6
7
Positive (+) DC terminal connects to the positive battery  
cable (red). Install a DC terminal cover (supplied) over  
the terminal.  
AC Input 1, AC Input 2, and Inverter AC Output  
circuit breaker switches allow you to reset the circuit  
breakers when they trip.  
AC knockouts provide access for AC cables (both input  
and output wiring). Detach the knockout covers and  
install the strain-relief clamps (supplied).  
AC Output terminal block is a screw-type terminal  
block for attaching AC output wires. Each slot is labeled  
N1 for Neutral 1, L1 and L2 for Lines 1 and 2, and N2 for  
Neutral 2.  
WARNING: INCORRECT BATTERY  
REM  
BTS  
Wiring box cover must be in place during  
use to reduce risk of injury to persons  
AC  
IN  
AC  
OUT  
AC GROUNDS  
(BEHIND COVER)  
4
9
8
7
6
8
9
AC Input terminal block is a screw-type terminal block  
for attaching AC input wires. Each slot is labeled  
N for Neutral and L1 and L2 for Lines 1 and 2.  
Chassis ground lug connects the chassis of the FSW3000  
to your system’s chassis grounding point.  
Figure 5 AC and DC Side Panel  
Not  
shown  
All Ground terminals are along the tab at the bottom of  
the opening to the AC wiring compartment access panel.  
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Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger Features  
Supplied Accessories  
Item  
Description  
1
2
1
Two DC terminal covers are supplied to prevent  
accidental contact with the DC cable connectors after  
installation. The red cover is for the positive cabling  
terminal, and the black cover is for the negative cabling  
terminal.  
2
BTS, the Battery Temperature Sensor consists of:  
Connector plugs into the BTS jack on the Freedom  
SW 3000.  
Sensor cable is 25 feet (7.6 meters).  
Sensor can be mounted on the side of the battery case  
or on the negative battery terminal.  
3
NOTE: The BTS continuously measures the temperature  
of the battery and adjusts the charger output for a more  
accurate, temperature-compensated charge.  
3
4
Freedom Sine Wave remote panel (with 25-ft  
communications cable) is functionally similar to the  
Inverter Enable button on the unit’s front panel. It enables  
and disables the Freedom SW 3000’s inverter mode  
remotely. Connects to the REM jack on the Freedom SW  
3000.  
4
Figure 6 Supplied Accessories  
NOTE: If any of the supplied accessories are missing, contact Xantrex or any  
authorized Xantrex dealer for replacement. See “Contact Information” on  
Two sets of nuts and washers are used to secure DC  
cable ends to the DC terminals.  
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Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger Features  
Optional System Accessories and Network Components  
System accessories can be used with the Freedom SW 3000 in a Xanbus  
system. The SCP provides configuration and monitoring capability for  
These optional accessories and network components are available from any  
authorized Xantrex dealer or at www.xantrex.com. Detailed information  
Xanbus-enabled devices such as the Freedom SW 3000. AGS automatically on planning and installing your network is available in the Xanbus System  
starts and stops your generator.  
Installation Guide. This guide is available for downloading at  
Table 1 provides the part numbers for the system accessories.  
Table 1 System Accessories  
Accessory  
SCP  
Part number  
809-0910  
AGS  
809-0915  
Consult with your local system designer to determine what network  
components will be needed for your specific installation. Table 2 provides a  
list of network components and part numbers. Pre-made cables are  
available in standard lengths ranging from 3 feet to 75 feet.  
Table 2 Network Components and Part Numbers  
Network Component  
Part Number  
809-0935  
809-0940  
Network cable 3 ft. (0.9 m)  
Network cable 25 feet (7.6 m)  
Network cable 75 feet (22.9 m)  
809-0942  
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Operating The Freedom SW 3000  
This section contains detailed information and procedures for using your  
Freedom SW 3000.  
Operating the Freedom SW 3000 with the  
Optional System Control Panel (SCP)  
If you’re using the SCP to operate or monitor the status of the unit, also  
refer to the System Control Panel Owners Guide.  
The SCP provides operating, configuration, and monitoring capability for  
your Xanbus system.  
The System Control Panel:  
Monitors activity throughout your onboard power system.  
LIMITATIONS ON USE  
Displays the latest information about your inverter/charger, battery  
charge level, battery charge output, and generator start and stop  
activity.  
Do not use in connection with life support systems or other medical  
equipment or devices.  
Do not use in ambulances or other life-saving emergency vehicles.  
Displays the settings for each Xanbus-enabled device in the system.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious  
injury.  
Enables you to adjust the settings for each Xanbus-enabled device in  
the system.  
Preserves all of its settings if system power is interrupted. After power  
is restored, you don’t have to reconfigure the SCP or any of the  
Xanbus-enabled devices connected to it.  
This section provides information on operating the Freedom SW 3000 with  
the System Control Panel. Please refer to the System Control Panel  
Owner’s Guide for complete information on using the System Control  
Panel.  
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Operating The Freedom SW 3000  
Using the SCP  
As shown in Figure 7, the SCP has these important features :  
1
2
3
4
Display screen System information is shown on the display screen with  
an adjustable backlight.  
Indicator lights Four indicator lights on the front panel indicate the  
operating status of the Xanbus system.  
5
6
Push buttons Four push buttons allow you to select device menus and  
change or display settings. The red System button toggles the SCP and  
Xanbus-enabled devices between Operating mode and Power Save mode, if  
held down for more than three seconds. The button can also be used to clear  
any active faults or warnings by momentarily depressing the button.  
For more information on the different system modes, see “Operating in  
10  
9
8
7
Figure 7 System Control Panel (SCP)  
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Operating The Freedom SW 3000  
Item  
Description  
Item  
Description  
8
Down arrow button:  
1
AC In/Charge light indicates that qualified AC is present  
at the input of an inverter/charger. When the Freedom SW  
3000 is connected to a qualified AC source like the utility  
grid or a generator, this light on the SCP illuminates.  
Scrolls down one line of text.  
Decreases a selected value.  
9
Up arrow button:  
Scrolls up one line of text.  
Increases a selected value.  
2
3
4
Inverter On light illuminates when the Freedom SW  
3000 is enabled (turned on).  
10  
Enter button:  
Low Battery light illuminates when the battery voltage  
on the Freedom SW 3000 is low.  
Confirms selection of a menu item.  
Moves you to the next screen.  
Fault light indicates a condition that requires user  
attention and intervention. The Fault light illuminates  
when any Xanbus-enabled device connected to the  
for the definitions of a fault and warning.  
On Start Up  
When the Freedom SW 3000 is powered up or has been reset, all of the  
front panel lights illuminate and remain on for a minimum of five seconds.  
After five seconds, the lights remain illuminated until the front panel has  
status information for all the lights.  
5
System button is used to clear active faults on the system  
if pressed momentarily. It also toggles all Xanbus-enabled  
devices on the system between Operating mode and  
Power Save mode when held down for more than five  
The Freedom SW 3000 inverter is disabled every time the Freedom SW  
3000 is powered up. After power up, the Inverter Enable button or the  
System Control Panel can be used to enable or disable the inverter. The  
power up behavior of the Freedom SW 3000 charger is determined by the  
'Force Charge' setting (see page 40).  
6
7
Screen displays menus, settings, and system information.  
Exit button:  
When a function is enabled, it is allowed to occur but other conditions may  
have to be met before the function is activated or turned on. For example,  
the charger function on the Freedom SW 3000 may be enabled, but it will  
not charge unless qualified AC power is present.  
Cancels selection of a menu item.  
Returns you to the previous screen.  
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Operating The Freedom SW 3000  
System Start-up Check  
Viewing the Firmware Revision Number  
You may need to view the firmware revision number of the Freedom SW  
3000 when troubleshooting the unit with authorized service personnel.  
before operating the inverter/charger.  
To view the firmware revision number:  
To test inverting and charging from the Freedom SW 3000 front panel:  
1. On the Select Device menu, use the down arrow button to highlight  
System and press Enter.  
1. Disconnect AC power from inverter input by opening the breaker or  
disconnect. Press the Inverter Enable button on the Freedom SW 3000.  
The Inverter On light illuminates.  
The System Settings menu appears.  
2. Press the down arrow button to highlight View Device info and press  
Enter.  
2. Place a load on the inverter. For example, plug a 100 watt light bulb  
into an outlet that the inverter is powering and make sure it works. The  
inverter should run the load using battery power.  
The Device Info screen appears.  
3. Press the down arrow button until the Freedom SW 3000 screen  
appears.  
3. To test the charger, reconnect the AC input power to allow AC to the  
AC input. The AC/Charger On light should illuminate after a brief  
delay. Any AC loads previously powered by the inverter will also  
work at this time.  
The number opposite “F/W Rev.” is the firmware revision number.  
4. Press Exit to return to the System Settings menu.  
4. Remove the AC input power. The inverter/charger should transfer to  
invert mode immediately. (The transfer relay will make a clicking  
sound and the Inverter On light will illuminate.) Loads should  
continue to operate uninterrupted.  
If any part of this test fails, determine the cause before using the unit.  
Consult the “Troubleshooting” chapter starting on page 45.  
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Operating The Freedom SW 3000  
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.  
Operating in Invert Mode  
before operating the inverter/charger.  
Once the inverter/charger is installed, you can operate it in invert mode.  
To operate in invert mode from the front panel:  
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  
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.  
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.  
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  
If you have problems starting certain loads, ensure that:  
IMPORTANT: If you are having problems with any of your loads, refer to  
“Inverter Applications” on page 54.  
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,  
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.  
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.  
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Operating The Freedom SW 3000  
The batteries are charged according to the two-stage or three-stage  
formula you have selected on the SCP. See “Battery Charging  
Reference” on page 55 for more information on two-stage or three-  
stage charging.  
Operating in Charger Mode  
You can interrupt the charge cycle any time you desire by disabling the  
charger from the SCP.  
EXPOSURE TO CHEMICALS AND GASES HAZARD  
Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.  
Make sure the voltage of the batteries matches the output voltage of  
the inverter/charger.  
To maintain optimal performance in flooded batteries, an occasional  
equalize cycle may be required. See “Operating in Equalization Mode”  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious  
injury.  
While the batteries are being charged, you can monitor which stage  
they are in from the front panel of the Freedom SW 3000 or from the  
SCP.  
NOTES:  
2. To operate the charger with the SCP, refer to “Configuration” on page  
Study and follow all of the battery manufacturer's specific precautions,  
such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging, whether  
equalization is acceptable for your battery, and recommended rates of  
charge.  
Charger Operation with Battery Temperature  
Sensor (BTS)  
For flooded non-sealed batteries, add distilled water in each cell until  
battery acid reaches the level specified by the battery manufacturer.  
This helps to purge excessive gas from cells. Do not overfill. For a  
battery without removable cell caps, carefully follow manufacturer's  
instructions.  
Since battery temperature is a key factor in correct charging, the charging  
formula must be adjusted (automatically and in real time) according to the  
actual battery temperature to ensure that batteries are fully charged, but not  
overcharged. For this reason, Xantrex has included a BTS (see Figure 6)  
with your Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger and has temperature  
compensated the charge formula.  
To operate the Freedom SW 3000 in charger mode from the front  
panel:  
1. Connect AC input power.  
The BTS continuously measures the temperature of the battery and adjusts  
charger output for a more accurate, temperature-compensated charge.  
The charger automatically starts up when qualified AC power is  
connected if the charger is enabled, or the charger is disabled but the  
Force Charge enable override is On. See “Force Charge” on page 23.  
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Operating The Freedom SW 3000  
When batteries are cold, their chemical reaction is sluggish, meaning they  
don’t absorb charge as easily. Thus a charge level optimized for room  
temperature will not charge the batteries sufficiently if they are cold. The  
charger must compensate by increasing its voltage to achieve the  
compensated equivalent of a room temperature charge. If the batteries are  
hot, the chemical reaction is hyperactive and they absorb energy too easily;  
thus a standard room-temperature charge would tend to overcharge a hot  
battery. Therefore, the charger compensates by reducing its voltage.  
Operating in Equalization Mode  
EXPOSURE TO CHEMICALS AND GASES HAZARD  
Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.  
Equalization generates explosive gases.  
The BTS automatically, and in real time, makes adjustments to the  
charger’s voltage setpoints to properly charge your batteries. The actual  
charge compensation formula can be found on “Charger Specifications” on  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious  
injury.  
RISK OF DAMAGE TO BATTERIES  
IMPORTANT: It is normal to see a voltage that is different than the  
specified setpoint when charging if the battery case temperature is above or  
below 77 °F (25 °C).  
Do not equalize sealed lead-acid batteries and gel batteries.  
Only flooded (wet) lead-acid batteries should be equalized.  
Never equalize a lead-acid battery more than necessary. Always  
check the electrolyte level before AND after equalization. Fill with  
distilled water per the battery manufacturer’s recommendation.  
If a BTS is not present, the Freedom SW 3000 uses the hot setting, the  
default value, unless the setting has been adjusted during configuration.  
Charging may not be effective at extreme temperatures. See “Charger  
Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or  
damage other equipment.  
NOTES:  
Equalize mode is automatically disabled if you have selected “Gel” or  
“AGM” as the battery type.  
As a general rule, do not equalize a lead-acid battery unless there are  
provisions to add water to it and the manufacturer recommends  
equalization.  
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Operating The Freedom SW 3000  
To equalize your batteries:  
1. Turn off or disconnect all loads on the battery.  
The voltage applied to the battery during equalization may damage  
your electronic equipment. As well, equalization won’t proceed  
correctly if loads are drawing current from the battery.  
RISK OF DAMAGE TO DC LOAD EQUIPMENT  
Equalization voltage may be as high as 15.8 volts DC. Disconnect  
sensitive loads from the battery before equalizing.  
2. Check electrolyte level.  
Fill with distilled water if the electrolyte level is low.  
Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or  
damage other equipment.  
3. To request the equalization charge, ensure the Charger is enabled.  
4. On the SCP, select Equalize on the Freedom SW 3000 home menu.  
For detailed information on configuring this setting, refer to  
“Equalize” on page 34.  
Follow the battery manufacturer’s recommendations for equalizing your  
batteries. As a guide, a heavily used flooded battery may need to be  
equalized once a month, and a battery in light service may only need to be  
equalized every two to four months.  
5. When equalization is finished, check the battery electrolyte level. Top  
up as necessary with distilled water only and recheck the specific  
gravity as specified by the battery manufacturer.  
Measure the specific gravity (S.G.) of each cell using a hydrometer. For  
fully charged lead-acid batteries, the reading should be approximately  
1.265. Low specific gravity after charging or a 0.25 difference from cell to  
cell indicates the need for equalization.  
Terminating the Equalization Process  
The equalization process can be terminated in three ways:  
user cancellation from the SCP, as shown in Figure 24 on page 36,  
Equalizing Batteries  
inverter/charger cancellation if AC is removed or the charger is  
disabled, or  
IMPORTANT: Equalization will be carried out after an absorption charge.  
Equalization only runs for 60 minutes and may need to be restarted if the  
specific gravity is still uneven.  
a successful completion of the equalization process.  
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current exceeds the Power Share setting. In this case, it will be up to the  
user to remove/disconnect loads if tripping the AC input breaker supplying  
the Freedom SW 3000 is to be avoided.  
Operating Limits for Charger Operation  
The maximum output current for the Freedom SW 3000 is 150 amps. You  
can reduce the total output if you change the “Max Chg Rate” setting on the  
Freedom SW 3000 Advanced Menu or the maximum “Power Share”setting  
on the Freedom SW 3000 Basic Menu.  
The charger can operate over an AC input range of 90–135 volts AC. This  
is the default setting and can be adjusted to 85–145 volts AC as a maximum  
range and to 110–120 volts AC as a minimum range.This wide range allows  
the Freedom SW 3000 to charge your batteries even when incoming AC  
voltage is less than ideal.  
Power Share The Freedom SW 3000 charger uses AC input line 1 to  
charge the batteries. The Freedom SW 3000 charger shares incoming power  
with AC loads on line 1 only. The AC loads have priority, which means that  
the charger will reduce its output with large AC loads and increase the  
output again when the AC load decreases. The regulatory maximum for  
continuous AC loads is 80% of the breaker rating that the loads are  
connected to.  
The Freedom SW 3000 senses pass-through current going to the AC load.  
The difference between the pass-through (load) and 80% of the Power  
Share setting is the current that is available for charging the batteries.  
For example, if the AC input of the Freedom SW 3000 is from an AC panel  
with a 30A breaker, the Power Share setting on the SCP should be selected  
as 30A. Based on this, the charger will control the charge current so that the  
total current draw is equal to or less than 24A in this case. Should the load  
current be more than about 24A, the charger output will reduce to 0A, but  
the Freedom SW 3000 will continue to supply the loads. The Freedom SW  
3000 will continue to pass-through power to the loads, even if the load  
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Table 3 Front Panel Lights  
Monitoring the Freedom SW 3000 Indicator  
Lights  
Light  
Illuminated Color  
Fault Red  
Status  
A fault has occurred  
on the network.  
Action or Status Item  
Investigate and clear  
the fault condition.  
The ten indicator lights on the front panel show you the operating status of  
the Freedom SW 3000. A description of the lights is provided in Table 3.  
If none of the front panel lights are on, see “Troubleshooting Reference” on  
Faults and Warnings  
A fault affects the operation of the unit. A manual fault requires user  
intervention by clearing the condition and then pressing the Reset button on  
the inverter/charger’s front panel. See the System Control Panel Owners  
Guide for information on clearing faults from the SCP.  
Table 3 Front Panel Lights  
Light  
Illuminated Color  
Status  
Action or Status Item  
You can run your  
AC Charge  
Green  
When the Freedom  
A warning alerts you to a condition that could possibly affect operation of  
the unit.  
SW 3000 is connected appliances from an  
to a qualified AC AC source like the  
See “Faults and Warnings” on page 21 for more explanation on the  
difference between faults and warnings.  
source or a generator, utility grid or a  
the External AC light generator.  
illuminates.  
Inverter  
Enable  
Green  
When inverter mode is You can run your  
Monitoring Status Messages on the SCP  
enabled, the Inverter  
Enable Light is  
appliances from the  
inverter.  
Refer to “System Menu Map” on page 26 of the Configuration chapter.  
illuminated. If Utility  
is unavailable and  
operating conditions  
are met, the Freedom  
SW 3000 will produce  
AC voltage to power  
your loads.  
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System modes are changed using the System Settings menu. The two  
system modes are:  
System Modes  
This section provides an overview of the two different system modes.  
Operating and  
Safe  
The system modes described in this section affect the performance and  
behavior of the Freedom SW 3000 and all other Xanbus-enabled devices on  
the Xanbus system. You will have to change the system mode when  
travelling or when installing a Xanbus-enabled device. When you store  
your unit for a prolonged period of time, it is recommended to disconnect  
all sources of power.  
Please read the section about each system mode to find out which mode is  
appropriate for different conditions or situations.  
Operating  
You can change system modes using the System Settings menu on the SCP.  
Characteristics In Operating mode, all communications are enabled on  
the Xanbus system. All power conversion functions are enabled. Each  
Xanbus-enabled device is monitoring and communicating its input.  
You can also use the red System button on the SCP to put the SCP and all  
other Xanbus-enabled devices into Safe mode only.  
The basic state of the SCP is Operating mode. In Operating mode, the SCP  
communicates with other Xanbus-enabled devices and displays all the  
network information which it is configured to display.  
System Button  
Whenever the SCP or any other device on the Xanbus system is powered on  
or reset, it will be in Operating mode.  
Figure 8 SCP System Button  
Figure 9 Operating Mode  
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To enter Safe mode:  
Safe  
1. On the Select Device menu, use the down arrow button to highlight  
System.  
IMPORTANT: Before installing or removing a device on the network,  
put the network into Safe mode. Putting the network into safe mode  
prevents unexpected behavior.  
The cursor on the right of the screen indicates where you are in the  
menu.  
Characteristics Selecting Safe mode stops the generator (if it is running)  
and puts the SCP (and all Xanbus-enabled devices) into Safe mode. While  
in Safe mode, the SCP remains powered, “listening” to and reporting its  
status to the network. However, the output power of all Xanbus-enabled  
devices is disabled and all inverting, charging, and generator starting  
activity stops. In Safe mode, the Freedom SW 3000 will not transfer AC  
power from a source.  
Oper at i ng  
[ Advanced]  
In Safe mode, the Freedom SW 3000 continues to communicate, but the  
inverting and charging functions are disabled.  
Figure 10 Select Device Menu  
2. Press Enter.  
When to use Use Safe mode when you are adding or removing devices  
from the network. Authorized service personnel must also put the SCP in  
Safe mode before performing software upgrades and diagnostics with the  
Xantrex Diagnostic Tool.  
The System Settings menu appears.  
If the SCP is powered off while in Safe mode, it will be in Safe mode when  
it is powered up again.  
To return to Operating mode:  
On the System Settings menu, under Desired Mode, select  
“Operating.”  
Figure 11 System Settings Menu  
Putting the System into Safe Mode When you are installing or  
removing devices from the Xanbus system, putting the system into Safe  
mode prevents unexpected behavior.  
3. On the System Settings menu, with Desired Mode highlighted, press  
Enter.  
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4. Use the down arrow button to scroll through the other modes to select  
Safe mode.  
Figure 12 Safe Mode  
5. Press Enter.  
You are now in Safe mode.  
6. Press Exit twice to return to the System Home Screen.  
To exit Safe mode and return to Operating mode:  
1. On the System Settings menu, under Desired Mode, select  
“Operating.”  
2. Press Enter.  
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Configuration  
This section contains information about all configurable settings and  
procedures for the Freedom SW 3000.  
System Control Panel  
The System Control Panel (SCP) provides configuration and monitoring  
capability for all Xanbus-enabled devices on the network. All changes to  
the configuration of the Freedom SW 3000 are made with the SCP. See  
It provides information on using the SCP to configure the Freedom SW  
3000 settings. Please refer to the System Control Panel Owners Guide for  
detailed information on how to use the SCP.  
The front panel of the Freedom SW 3000 provides limited control,  
including reset; charger enable and disable; and inverter enable and disable.  
Enabling a function When a function is enabled, it is allowed to occur  
but other conditions may have to be met before the function is activated or  
turned on. For example, the charger function on the Freedom SW 3000 may  
be enabled, but it will not charge unless qualified AC power is present.  
Disabling a function When a function is disabled, it is not allowed to  
occur and if it is occurring, it is terminated. Regardless of other conditions,  
the function will not be activated. For example, even if AC power is  
present, if the charger is disabled, the unit will not charge.  
NOTE: These functions on the front panel can also be controlled from the  
SCP.  
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System Menu Map  
Figure 13 provides a map of how the SCP screens and menus are organized.  
The order of devices appearing on the SCP will vary, depending on the  
order in which they’ve been connected to the network.  
Figure 13 SCP System Menu Map  
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Configuration  
Viewing the System Screen  
Viewing the Select Device Menu  
The System screen displays system activity. The information appearing on  
the System screen varies with the status of the inverter/charger: Standby,  
Inverting, Charging, AC Bypass, or Equalize. See “Modes” on page 31 for  
an explanation of the different modes. For example, Figure 14 shows the  
Freedom SW 3000 in the float stage of charging.  
The Select Device menu is where you can view a list of all the Xanbus-  
enabled devices in your power system.  
To view the Select Device menu:  
On the System screen, press Enter.  
The Select Device menu appears with Freedom SW 3000 highlighted, as  
menu  
Figure 14 Float System Screen (Example)  
You cannot select or change any of the information on the System screen. If  
you would like to view more detailed information, press the Enter button  
(indicated by the menu arrow) to go to the Select Device menu.  
Figure 15 Select Device Menu  
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Selecting the Freedom SW 3000 Basic Menu  
Selecting the Freedom SW 3000 from the Select  
Device Menu  
Freedom SW 3000 basic menu lists status information and settings you may  
have to adjust on a routine basis. It provides access to basic control of the  
inverter/charger.  
To select the Freedom SW 3000 from the Select Device menu:  
1. With Freedom SW 3000 highlighted, press Enter.  
Selecting the Freedom SW 3000 Advanced Menu  
The Freedom SW 3000 menu appears, as shown in Figure 16.  
Freedom SW 3000 advanced menu lists status information and settings  
which require that you understand and plan for the changes you make. You  
may not have to adjust these settings as part of regular operation.  
The SCP shows the Freedom SW 3000 basic menu by default. If you would  
like to view the advanced menu, you must go to the System menu and select  
Global Menus.  
I nver t  
IMPORTANT: When you set Global Menus to Advanced, the SCP will  
display the advanced menus for all devices.To return to viewing the basic  
menu for any Xanbus-enabled devices, select Basic Menu from the  
advanced menu for that device  
[ *Enabl ed]  
Figure 16 Menu in Invert Mode  
You can view and change Freedom SW 3000 settings from the device  
menu. The number of settings on the Freedom SW 3000 menu will depend  
on whether you have selected to view basic or advanced menus.  
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Configuration  
To select the Freedom SW 3000 Advanced Menu:  
1. On the Select Device menu with System highlighted, as shown in  
Figure 18 Highlighting Global Menus  
3. Press Enter.  
4. Select Advanced and press Enter.  
5. Press Exit to return to Select Device menu.  
Figure 17 Highlighting System on the Select Device Menu  
2. Scroll with the down arrow button to highlight Global Menus.  
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Follow these steps to change any Freedom SW 3000 setting.  
Returning to Freedom SW 3000 Basic Menu  
1. On the Freedom SW 3000 menu, use the up arrow or down arrow  
button to highlight the setting you want to change.  
You can return to viewing the Freedom SW 3000 basic menu by selecting  
Basic Menu from the Freedom SW 3000 advanced menu, as shown in  
Figure 19. Advanced menu items will no longer be visible on the SCP.  
2. Press Enter to highlight the value of that Configurable setting,  
indicated by square brackets [ ].  
The previously set value appears with an asterisk beside it, as shown in  
3. Use the up arrow or down arrow button to change the value. Holding  
down a button lets you scroll through values quickly.  
4. Press Enter to select the value.  
Cl ear Faul t s  
5. If you have another setting to change, return to step 1.  
Or  
If you have no more settings to change, press Exit to return to the  
Select Device menu.  
Selecting the Default Settings  
All configurable items on the Freedom SW 3000 menu items have a default  
setting. The default setting is the value which was set at the time the unit  
was originally installed.  
Figure 19 Returning to Freedom SW 3000 Basic Menu  
You can restore individual settings to their default value or you can restore  
all values to default settings. See “Restore Default Warning Message” on  
Selecting and Adjusting the Configurable Settings  
You can view or change Freedom SW 3000 settings from the Freedom SW  
3000 menu. Status information is not configurable. Configurable settings  
are indicated by square brackets [ ] and can be adjusted.  
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Configuration  
Menu Structure  
Device Menu  
An overview of the Freedom SW 3000 menu structure is shown in Figure  
20. The SCP displays the Freedom SW 3000 basic menu and advanced  
menu.  
The Freedom SW 3000 device menu displays status information on the  
different modes of the inverter/charger. The first three or four lines of the  
device screen displays dynamic content that changes, depending on what  
mode that the Freedom SW 3000 is in.  
BASIC MENU  
ADVANCED MENU  
Modes  
Mode  
Mode  
Battery  
Battery  
The first line on the device menu indicates which mode that the Freedom  
SW 3000 is in. Table 4 defines the six different modes: Invert, Bulk,  
Absorption, Float, AC Bypass (AC Passthru), and Equalize.  
AC Input 1  
AC Out*  
Inverter  
AC Input 1  
AC Out*  
Inverter  
Charger  
Power Share  
Charger  
Power Share  
Equalize  
Batt Type  
Batt Size  
Clear Faults  
Max Charge Rate  
Lo DC Volt  
Batt Type  
C
re Inv/Chg  
Table 4 Modes  
Equalize  
Clear Faults  
View Device Info  
Basic Menu  
Mode  
Description  
Batt Size  
Cfg AC Limits  
# Chg Stages  
Eqz Volts  
Invert  
The Freedom SW 3000 is converting DC power to  
AC power.  
Force Charge  
* invert mode only  
Bulk  
The first stage of three-stage battery charging. Current  
is supplied to the batteries at a constant rate while  
voltage gradually rises.  
Lo AC Volt  
Lo AC Freq  
Hi AC Volt  
Hi AC Freq  
Absorption  
The second stage of three-stage battery charging.  
Voltage remains constant and current reduces as the  
battery becomes charged. This ensures complete  
charging.  
View Fault Log  
View Warning Log  
View Event Log  
Restore Defaults  
Figure 20 Overview of the Freedom SW 3000 Menu Structure  
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Table 4 Modes  
Mode  
Battery  
Description  
The second line of the device screen indicates the status of the battery. This  
line displays the volts (V); current (A) as either (+) positive amps  
(indicating that the battery is charging) or (–) negative amps (indicating the  
battery is discharging because you’re inverting); and battery temperature in  
either °F or °C.  
Float  
The third stage of three-stage battery charging. After  
the batteries reach full charge, charging voltage is  
reduced to a lower level to prevent gassing and to  
prolong battery life. This stage is often referred to as a  
maintenance charge. Rather than charging a battery, it  
keeps an already-charged battery from discharging  
while providing load current.  
AC Input1  
AC Bypass  
(ACPassthru)  
AC input from an AC source like the utility grid or  
from a generator is allowed to pass through the unit to  
operate connected AC loads. The charger is not  
enabled but AC is qualified as good and passed  
through the unit.  
When the Freedom SW 3000 has external AC input connected, these AC  
display lines indicate the status of the AC input. Each AC display line  
shows the values for current (A), frequency (Hz), and the AC voltage in  
(V).  
Equalize  
To improve the life and performance of a non-sealed,  
flooded (or wet) battery, the Freedom SW 3000’s  
multi-stage charging cycle includes a manual equalize  
mode that can be used if recommended by the battery  
manufacturer.  
AC Out  
This line is displayed only when the Freedom SW 3000 is in invert mode.  
This line indicates the AC output on both output lines (1 and 2) and shows  
the values for total current (A), the frequency (Hz), and the AC voltage in  
(V).  
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Charger  
Menu (Basic)  
Configurable setting This setting lets you enable or disable the operation  
of the charger. In the example shown, the charger is enabled. The default  
setting for the charger is enabled.  
The Freedom SW 3000 basic menu indicates the status of items and lists  
settings that you may have to adjust on a routine basis.  
If advanced menu is enabled, scroll through the Freedom SW 3000  
advanced menu items until Basic Menu is highlighted and press Enter. See  
Char ger  
[ Enabl ed]  
This section describes each item in detail with an example of the line item  
as it appears on the SCP. Each item is described in terms of its purpose,  
whether it is a display or configurable setting, when to use, and the outcome  
of changing the setting.  
When to use Set the charger to Enabled when you want your batteries  
charged when connected to AC power.  
The charger can be set to Disabled anytime during the charge cycle to  
immediately stop charging. The charger can also be enabled or disabled  
from the Freedom SW 3000 front panel.  
IMPORTANT: On the SCP, use the up arrow button or down arrow button  
to change the value. Holding down a button lets you scroll through values  
quickly.  
Outcome If the AC is qualified, the charger operates. If the AC is not  
qualified, then the charger will not operate until AC qualifies.  
See “Force Charge” on page 40 for information on automatic charging.  
Inverter  
Power Share  
Configurable setting This setting lets you enable or disable the inverter.  
In the example shown, the inverter is enabled. The default setting for the  
inverter is disabled.  
Configurable setting Power Share is a configurable setting that you set  
to match to the breaker rating on the AC input. This setting is used to ensure  
that the charger limits its output to try to prevent nuisance tripping of the  
AC input breaker due to the total current drawn by the charger and your  
other AC loads. For more information on this feature, see “Power Share” on  
I nver t er  
[Enabl ed]  
When to use Enable the inverter when you would like to have AC power  
from the inverter.  
In the example shown, Power Share is set to 30A.  
Outcome The inverter is enabled. The inverter provides power from the  
batteries unless qualified AC input power is present.  
Power Shar e  
[ 30A]  
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You can adjust the power share settings as follows:  
Range of values  
Increment  
Default  
5 to 30 amps  
5 amps  
30 amps  
[ Enabl ed]  
[ 10. 0A]  
[ On]  
[ Fl ooded]  
When to use Set the Power Share setting to match the AC input breaker.  
Use this setting when connecting to an AC source. If using multiple AC  
sources via an AC transfer switch, adjust this setting to the smaller AC  
breaker size.  
Outcome Setting the value higher than the AC source’s external breaker  
could cause the external breaker to trip.  
Equalize  
Configurable setting This setting lets you enable or disable charger  
equalization, if the battery type is flooded (or wet). Equalization can be  
turned on (enabled) or off (disabled). The default setting for equalize is Off.  
Figure 21 Equalize On  
When you select On, the equalization confirmation warning appears, as  
Equal i ze  
[ Of f ]  
When to use Review the section, “Operating in Equalization Mode” on  
page 10 before adjusting this setting. This menu item is displayed if the  
battery type allows equalization.  
In the Freedom SW 3000 home menu, highlight Equalize, as shown in  
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Configuration  
Yes  
n/ a  
13. 0V  
Yes  
Menu  
No  
Cancel  
Figure 22 Equalize Confirmation Warning  
Figure 23 Equalization System Home Screen  
Selecting Yes takes you to the equalization system home screen, as shown  
Table 5 provides an explanation of the content on the equalization system  
home screen.  
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Table 5 Equalization Home Screen Content  
Equalization Home  
Screen content  
Explanation of items displayed  
Precharging  
Yes”—precharging occurs if batteries are not  
fully charged before equalization. Batteries  
must be fully charged before equalization.  
“Done”—indicates the precharge is complete  
or if it was not required.  
want  
Time Remaining  
Indicates the time left for equalization.  
Equalization runs for 60 minutes and is counted  
down in 1 minute increments until the Time  
Remaining displays 0 min. (During a precharge,  
the Time Remaining displays  
Equal i zat i on?  
Yes  
No  
“n/a”— not applicable.)  
Battery Voltage  
Menu  
Displays a range of 13.0 to 18.0V with a resolution  
of 0.1V.  
Pressing Menu returns you to Select Device  
screen.  
Figure 24 Equalization Cancellation Warning  
If you choose Yes, the equalization process is cancelled and you are  
returned to the Freedom SW 3000 home menu.  
Cancel  
Pressing Cancel will display a confirmation screen,  
as shown in Figure 24, asking you to confirm that  
you want to cancel equalization.  
If you choose No, the equalization home screen as shown in Figure 23  
appears.  
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Configuration  
When to use Adjust this setting to your actual battery bank size.  
Batt Type  
Outcome Reduces the maximum charger current to protect against  
charging smaller batteries too aggressively. This setting charges batteries  
appropriately based on capacity. (See the Battery Information section in the  
FSW3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger Installation Guide for more  
information.)  
Full name Battery Type  
Configurable setting Select the type of battery from flooded, custom,  
AGM, or gel. If a battery temperature sensor is not present, the Freedom  
SW 3000 uses the hot setting which is the default value, unless the setting  
has been adjusted during configuration.  
Clear Faults  
Bat t Type  
[ Fl ooded]  
Purpose Clear Faults is a command which clears all active faults in the  
Freedom SW 3000. When faults are cleared, the device will resume normal  
operation. If the fault condition still exists, the fault will reoccur. See “Fault  
Types” on page 45 for an explanation of faults.  
When to use This setting is adjusted for the type of battery you have. It is  
important during installation to choose the correct setting (battery type) to  
optimize the charge algorithm for your battery and to properly enable or  
Cl ear Faul t s  
The custom setting is selected to get the battery settings programmed by the  
dealer.  
You can adjust the Clear Faults settings as follows:  
Batt Size  
Value  
Yes  
Effect  
Full name Battery size  
Configurable setting This features let you select the size of the battery  
bank being charged.  
Faults are cleared  
No action  
No  
Bat t Si ze  
[ 440 Ah]  
You can adjust the Battery Size settings as follows:  
Range of values  
Increment  
Default  
50 Ah to 2000 Ah  
10 Ah  
440 Ah  
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Configuration  
Configure Inv/Chg (Configure Inverter/Charger)  
Menu (Advanced)  
Cfg Inv/Chg is a sub menu command. If you select this item, you’ll access a  
The advanced menu lists settings that provide you with additional control  
over Freedom SW 3000. However, you may not have to adjust these  
settings as part of regular operation. For a listing of advanced menu items,  
see “Menu (Advanced)” on page 38.  
Equalize  
In addition to several items from the basic menu, the Freedom SW 3000  
advanced menu contains the following sub-menus and commands:  
This feature is the same as described on the basic menu on page 34.  
Configure Inv/Chg (Configure Inverter/Charger)  
View Device Info  
Clear Faults  
When you select a sub-menu and press Enter, a list of menu items appears.  
This feature is the same as described on the basic menu on page 37.  
These settings are only visible if Advanced Menu is selected. To select the  
Freedom SW 3000 Advanced Menu, see “Selecting the Freedom SW 3000  
Advanced Menu” on page 28.  
View Device Info  
This section describes the menu items in detail. Each item is described as a  
display or configurable setting, when to use the setting, and the outcome of  
changing a setting.  
For more information on this sub menu, Device Information, see “View  
Basic Menu  
Inverter  
Purpose Selecting Basic Menu takes you back to the basic menu of the  
Freedom SW 3000 only. Advanced menu items will no longer be visible on  
the SCP.  
This feature is the same as described on the basic menu on page 33.  
Charger  
When to use Use this setting when you want to return to the basic menu  
of the Freedom SW 3000.  
This feature is the same as described on the basic menu on page 33.  
Power Share  
This feature is the same as described on the basic menu on page 33.  
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When to use Displayed only if in charger mode when you wish to control  
the maximum charge rate to your batteries.  
Sub-Menus  
Configure Inv/Chg Menu  
Lo DC Volt  
Full name Low DC input voltage shutdown  
Cfg/Inv Chg is a sub-menu. If selected, the following list of sub-menu items  
appears.  
Configurable setting This setting lets you set the low voltage shutdown  
level for the inverter.  
Max Chg Rate  
Full name Maximum charge rate  
Lo DC Vol t  
[ 10. 0V]  
Configurable setting The actual battery charge rate is determined by two  
things: the battery bank size setting (C) divided by 5 (C÷5) and the charge  
rate setting (0 to 100%).  
You can adjust the Lo DC Volt settings as follows:  
For example, if the battery bank size is set to 300 Ah (C) and the charge rate  
is set at 100%, the maximum charge rate is:  
Range  
Increment  
Default  
10 to 12 volts  
0.1 volt  
10 volts  
300 ÷ 5 = 60 amps × 100% which is a 60 amp charge rate.  
If the charge rate setting is adjusted to 50%, the maximum charge rate is:  
300 ÷ 5 = 60 amps × 50% which is a 30 amp charge rate.  
When to use This setting limits the depth of discharge on your battery.  
Batt Type  
The Freedom SW 3000 has a maximum charge rate of 150 amps. Even  
though you can set a bank size of 2000 Ah, where C÷5 is 2000 ÷5 = 400  
amps, the Freedom SW 3000 would still charge at 150 amp maximum.  
This feature is the same as described on the basic menu on page 37.  
Batt Size  
Max Chg Rat e  
[ 100%]  
This feature is the same as described on the basic menu on page 37.  
You can adjust the Max Chg Rate settings as follows:  
Range of values Increment Default  
100%  
10% to 100%  
10  
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Configuration  
Cfg AC Limits (Configure AC Limits)  
Force Charge  
Cfg AC Limits is a sub-menu. If selected, a list of sub-menu items appear.  
Configurable setting This setting forces the charger to be enabled (On)  
For more information on this sub menu, Configure AC Limits, see page 41. whenever you have re qualified AC. The default setting for Force Charge is  
On (enabled).  
# Chg Stages  
For ce Char ge  
[ On]  
Full name Number of charge stages  
Configurable setting These settings let you adjust your charger stages to  
either two-stage charging or three-stage charging. The default setting for  
When to use Turn Force Charge to On if you want to automatically start  
charging whenever you connect to a qualified AC input, regardless of  
whether the Charger is Enabled or Disabled.  
Turn Force Charge to Off if you want charging to be determined only by  
whether the Charger is Enabled or Disabled.  
# Chg St ages  
[ 3St age]  
Outcome If Force Charge is turned to On, the charger starts whenever  
you have qualified AC.  
Eqz Volts  
Full name Equalization voltage  
Configurable setting This setting lets you set the desired equalization  
voltage. This menu is displayed only if charger equalization is enabled.  
Select a setting based on the battery manufacturer’s recommendation. For  
Eqz Vol t s  
[ 15. 5V]  
You can adjust Eqz Volts settings as follows:  
Range of values  
Increment  
Default  
13.5 to 15.5 VDC  
0.1 volts  
15.5 VDC  
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Configuration  
When to use This setting lets you adjust the AC parameters when AC  
supply is outside of the lower voltage range required for electrical  
equipment.  
AC Limits (Configure AC Limits)  
Outcome The lower level of voltage that will be accepted as “good” by  
the inverter/charger can be varied.  
RISK OF DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT  
The following configuration settings adjust the quality of the AC input  
source that the inverter/charger will qualify and pass through to your AC  
loads. Voltage or frequency that is too high or too low for a particular  
piece of load equipment may cause damage to that load.  
Lo AC Freq  
Full name Low AC transfer frequency (AC under frequency level)  
Before adjusting these settings, refer to the electrical rating of connected  
load equipment. Most equipment that is marked with a single voltage  
(120 VAC, for example) rather than a range (110–125 VAC) can be  
expected to run properly over the range of 108 VAC to 125 VAC, since  
this is the normal supply range of electrical utilities.  
Configurable setting This setting lets you adjust the lowest frequency at  
which the inverter/charger no longer qualifies AC as “good” and attempts to  
transfer to invert mode.  
Lo AC Fr eq  
[ 55Hz]  
Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or  
damage other equipment.  
You can adjust Lo AC Freq settings as follows:  
Lo AC Volt  
Range of values Increment  
Default  
Full name Low AC Transfer voltage (AC under voltage level)  
55 to 58 Hz  
1 Hz  
55 Hz  
Configurable setting Low AC Transfer voltage is the voltage below  
which the inverter/charger no longer qualifies AC as “good”, opens the  
relay, and attempts to transfer to Invert mode if Invert is enabled.  
When to use This setting can be used when the AC supply frequency is  
lower than the set value required for the electrical equipment.  
Outcome The lower frequency of the AC supply above which it will be  
Lo AC Vol t  
[ 90. 0V]  
qualified as “good” by the inverter/charger can be varied.  
You can adjust Lo AC Volt settings as follows:  
Hi AC Volt  
Range of values Increment  
Default  
Full name High AC transfer voltage (AC over voltage level)  
85 to 110 VAC  
1 volt  
90 VAC  
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Configurable setting This setting lets you adjust the voltage above  
which the inverter/charger no longer qualifies AC as “good” and transfers  
to Invert.  
Range of values Increment  
62 to 70 Hz 1 Hz  
Default  
65 Hz  
Hi AC Vol t  
[ 135V]  
When to use This setting lets you adjust the AC parameters when the AC  
supply is outside the higher frequency range required for electrical  
equipment.  
You can adjust Hi AC Volt settings as follows:  
Outcome The highest frequency of the AC supply that will be qualified  
as “good” by the inverter/charger can be varied.  
Range of values  
Increment  
Default  
120 to 145 VAC  
1 volt  
135 VAC  
When to use This setting lets you adjust the AC parameters when AC  
supply is outside the upper voltage range required for electrical equipment.  
Outcome The upper limit of the voltage that will be qualified as “good”  
by the inverter/charger can be varied.  
Hi AC Freq  
Full name High AC transfer frequency (AC over frequency level)  
Configurable setting This setting lets you adjust the highest frequency at  
which the Freedom SW 3000 no longer qualifies AC as “good” and  
transfers to Invert.  
Hi AC Fr eq  
[ 65Hz]  
You can adjust Hi AC Freq settings as follows:  
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Configuration  
For an explanation of faults and warnings, see “Faults and Warnings” on  
page 21. An event is an indicator of which of the system modes that the unit  
has been in.  
View Device Info (View Device Information)  
If you select the View Device Info, the Freedom SW 3000 Device Info  
menu appears, as shown in Figure 25, and allows you to view the Fault,  
Warning and Event logs and restore the default setting for the Freedom SW  
3000.  
View Fault Log  
The Fault log displays the 20 most recent faults for your reference.  
On the menu, the scroll bar (the black rectangular shape on the right) moves  
vertically as you scroll through the list, indicating where you are on the  
menu.  
View Warning Log  
The Warning log displays the 10 most recent warning.  
IMPORTANT: The Move Down arrow on the right of the menu indicates  
additional menu items below the bottom edge of the display.  
Figure 25 Device Info Menu  
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Configuration  
Restore Defaults  
Configurable setting The Restore Default command restores the default  
settings for each device.  
Rest or e Def aul t s  
When to use Adjust this setting when you wish to restore your settings to  
defaults.  
IMPORTANT: Restoring to defaults will overwrite all of the stored values.  
When you select Restore Defaults, a warning message appears, as shown in  
cont i nue  
cancel  
Figure 26 Restore Default Warning Message  
If you select continue, your settings will be restored to default.  
If you select cancel, your existing settings will be retained and the Device  
Info menu appears.  
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Troubleshooting  
Introduction  
The Freedom SW 3000 is designed for high reliability of operation and has warning condition, so you should consult Table 8 and Table 9 for suggested  
a number of protection features to provide trouble free operation. If,  
however, you have any problems operating your inverter/charger read this  
troubleshooting chapter.  
actions after you have acknowledged the message. Refer to the System  
Control Panel Owners Guide for more information on faults and warnings.  
If you cannot resolve the problem, record the necessary information on the  
form, “Information About Your System” on page 4. This information will  
help your dealer or Xantrex Customer Service to assist you better when you  
contact them.  
Fault Types  
There are three types of fault messages: automatic faults, manual faults, and  
escalating automatic faults. Table 6 describes how they differ in their  
behavior and how you can respond to them when they appear on the SCP.  
Table 6 Faults Types and Behaviors  
Fault type  
Behavior  
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD  
Do not disassemble the inverter/charger. The Freedom SW 3000 contains  
no user-serviceable parts.  
Automatic faults  
Clear automatically if the fault condition that  
generated the message goes away. You can also  
acknowledge automatic faults without waiting  
for them to clear automatically.  
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious  
injury.  
Manual faults  
Require you to clear them by:  
selecting Clear Faults on the Freedom SW  
3000 or on the device that generated the fault  
(if the fault condition still exists, the fault  
message reappears)  
When a fault or warning message appears, you can acknowledge the  
message to clear the screen. To acknowledge a fault or warning message,  
press the Enter button on the SCP. This action does not clear the fault or  
correcting the condition that caused the fault  
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Table 6 Faults Types and Behaviors  
Warning Types  
Fault type  
Behavior  
There are two types of warnings: automatic and manual. When the Freedom  
SW 3000 detects a warning condition, it displays a warning message on the  
SCP.  
Escalating automatic  
faults  
Clear automatically if the fault condition goes  
away, just like an automatic fault.  
However, if an escalating automatic fault occurs  
several times within a defined time period, the  
escalating automatic fault becomes a manual  
fault, requiring user intervention. For example, if  
three faults occur in one minute, it will no longer  
clear itself but becomes a manual fault. Then you  
must identify the problem, correct the fault  
condition, and clear the fault or reset the device.  
Table 7 describes how they differ in their behavior and in how you can  
respond to them when they appear on the SCP.  
Table 7 Warning Types and Behavior  
Warning type  
Behavior  
Automatic warning  
Clear automatically if the fault condition that  
generated the message goes away. You can also  
acknowledge automatic warnings without  
waiting for them to clear automatically.  
Require you to acknowledge them before you  
can proceed with configuring or operating the  
Freedom SW 3000. Manual warnings are usually  
in the form of a  
Manual warning  
Yes/No question that you may acknowledge by  
pressing the Enter button on the SCP for Yes and  
the Exit button for No.  
Refer to the System Control Panel Owners  
Guide for more information.  
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Troubleshooting Reference  
This chapter provides you with troubleshooting tips to identify and solve  
most problems that can occur with the Freedom SW 3000.  
General Troubleshooting Guidelines  
This section will help you narrow down the source of any problem you may  
encounter. Please read the following troubleshooting steps:  
This chapter is divided into the following four sections:  
1. Check for a Warning or Fault message on the SCP. See “Warning  
Messages” on page 49 and “Fault Messages” on page 50 for  
descriptions of these messages and the specific actions to take. If a  
message is displayed, record it before doing anything further.  
Section  
Page Number  
General Troubleshooting  
Guidelines  
2. As soon as possible, record on the form, “Information About Your  
System” on page 69, the conditions at the time the problem occurred.  
These details should include the following as well as any other  
information asked for on page page 4:  
Warning Messages  
See page 49.  
See page 50.  
See page 54.  
Fault Messages  
Inverter Applications (Loads)  
Loads the Freedom SW 3000 was running or attempting to run  
Battery condition at the time of failure (voltage, state of charge,  
for example), if known  
Recent sequence of events (for example, charging had just  
finished, we disconnected shore power as were preparing to leave  
the RV park, but the inverter didn’t come on)  
Any known unusual AC input factors such as low voltage or  
unstable generator output  
Extreme conditions which may have existed at the time  
(temperature, vibrations, moisture, for example).  
3. Attempt the solution indicated in Table 8 or Table 9.  
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4. If your Freedom SW 3000 or SCP is not displaying a Fault light, check  
the following list to make sure that the present state of the installation  
allows proper operation of the unit:  
Is the inverter/charger located in a clean, dry, adequately ventilated  
place?  
Have the AC input breakers opened? If so, your pass through load may  
have exceeded the rating of one or more of the input breakers.  
Are the battery cables adequately sized and short enough?  
Is the battery in good condition and are all DC connections tight?  
Are the AC input and output connections and wiring in good  
condition?  
Are the configuration settings correct for your particular installation?  
Are the display panel and the communications cable properly  
connected and undamaged?  
Is the battery temperature sensor and its cable properly connected and  
undamaged?  
5. Contact Xantrex Customer Service for further assistance. Please be  
prepared to describe details of your system installation and provide the  
model and serial number of the unit. See “Contact Information” on  
page v for contact information.  
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Warning Messages  
Only Battery Low warning exists for the FSW3000. This warning will be  
recorded with a time stamp showing the date and time that the warning  
appeared. The warnings have been recorded with a time stamp to let you  
know the date and time that the warning appeared. See “Warning Types” on  
page 46 for an explanation of automatic and manual warnings.  
Table 8 provides a detailed description of the warning message and  
solution.  
Table 8 Warning Message  
Warning  
Warning  
Type  
You can view the warning by selecting Warning Log from the Device Info  
menu in the Freedom SW 3000 Advanced Menu.  
Number  
Message  
Cause  
Solution  
W12  
Battery  
Automatic  
DC Under  
Voltage  
Warning  
Recharge  
batteriesand  
check  
To view a message from a warning list:  
voltage is  
getting low.  
Recharge  
battery.  
1. On the list, use the up arrow or down arrow button to highlight the  
message you want to view.  
battery  
2. Press Enter.  
cables from  
inverter to  
batteries for  
loose  
The complete message appears.  
After viewing the message, you can return to the warning list by pressing  
Exit or continue to the menu for the device that caused the fault by pressing  
Enter. Each time you return to the list after viewing a complete message, the  
viewed message is removed from the list.  
connections.  
If you have left the warning list, you can view them at any time from the  
System Settings menu.  
To view a fault list:  
1. On the Select Device menu, highlight System and press Enter.  
2. On the System Settings menu, highlight View Warning List.  
3. Press Enter.  
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Fault Messages  
When the Freedom SW 3000 detects a fault condition, the fault is displayed To view a fault list:  
on the SCP and also is indicated by the illuminated red Fault light on the  
Freedom SW 3000 front panel. A fault affects the operation of the unit. See  
“Fault Types” on page 45 for an explanation of the different fault types.  
1. On the Select Device menu, highlight System and press Enter.  
2. On the System Settings menu, highlight View Fault List.  
3. Press Enter.  
You can view the 20 most recent fault messages of the Freedom SW 3000  
by selecting Fault Log from the Device Info menu in the Freedom SW 3000  
Advanced Menu.  
If several faults occur before you can acknowledge or clear them, they are  
displayed together on a warning list. This list contains messages from every  
Xanbus-enabled device, not just the Freedom SW 3000. You can select a  
message and view its details from the fault list.  
To view a message from a fault list:  
1. On the list, use the up arrow or down arrow button to highlight the  
message you want to view.  
2. Press Enter.  
The complete message appears.  
After viewing the message, you can return to the fault list by pressing Exit  
or continue to the menu for the device that caused the fault by pressing  
Enter. Each time you return to the list after viewing a complete message, the  
viewed message is removed from the list.  
If you have left the fault list, you can view them at any time from the  
System Settings menu.  
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Table 9 provides a detailed description of the fault messages and solutions. If you are unable to resolve the problem after referring to this table, contact  
your dealer or Customer Service.  
Table 9 Fault Messages  
Fault  
Number  
Message  
Fault Type  
Cause  
Solution  
F0  
Unit is too hot and has shut Automatic  
down. See guide.  
FET1 Over Temperature  
Shutdown  
Clear the fault and attempt restart. Ensure  
adequate ventilation around the Freedom  
SW 3000. Reduce AC loads.  
F2  
F3  
F4  
Unit is too hot and has shut Automatic  
down. See guide.  
FET2 Over Temperature  
Shutdown  
Clear the fault and attempt restart. Ensure  
adequate ventilation around the Freedom  
SW 3000. Reduce AC loads.  
Unit is too hot and has shut Automatic  
down. See guide.  
Transformer Over  
Temperature Shutdown  
Clear the fault and attempt restart. Ensure  
adequate ventilation around the Freedom  
SW 3000. Reduce AC loads.  
Battery over-temp. Inv/Chg Automatic  
has shut down. See guide.  
Battery Over Temperature  
Shutdown  
Clear the fault and attempt restart. Stop  
charging, check battery voltage and  
temperature. Check for excessive ambient  
temperature and adequate ventilation in  
the battery compartment.  
F5  
is too hot and has shut  
down. See guide.  
Automatic  
Ambient Over Temperature Clear the fault and attempt restart. Ensure  
Shutdown  
adequate ventilation around Freedom SW  
3000. Reduce AC loads.  
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Table 9 Fault Messages  
Fault  
Number  
Message  
Fault Type  
Cause  
Solution  
F6  
Too many AC loads. Turn  
some off, clear fault, try  
again.  
Escalating Auto Fault.  
Must occur 3 times in 30  
seconds before becoming a  
manual fault.  
AC Overload Shutdown  
(AC OUTPUT)  
Clear the fault and attempt restart. Reduce  
AC loads.  
Check that AC input wiring is not  
connected to the AC output.  
F9  
Battery voltage is too high. Automatic  
See guide.  
DC Over Voltage  
Shutdown  
Clear the fault and attempt restart. Ensure  
battery voltage is 10–16 VDC at Freedom  
SW 3000 terminals. Check all other  
charging source outputs, battery cables.  
F10  
F11  
F23  
Battery is too low, can’t  
invert. Recharge battery.  
Automatic  
Automatic  
DC Under Voltage  
Clear the fault and attempt restart.  
Recharge batteries. Check battery cable  
connections.  
Shutdown (Immediate)  
occurs if DC voltage is  
below 8 volts DC  
Battery is too low, can’t  
invert. Recharge battery.  
DC Under Voltage  
Shutdown occurs if DC  
voltage is below 10 volts  
DC.  
Clear the fault and attempt restart.  
Recharge batteries. Check battery cable  
connections.  
Inverter/Charger internal  
failure. Service required.  
Escalating Auto Fault.  
Must occur 3 times in 30  
AC Over Voltage  
Shutdown (Inverter AC  
Service required.  
seconds before becoming a output)  
manual fault.  
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Table 9 Fault Messages  
Fault  
Number  
Message  
Fault Type  
Cause  
Solution  
F24  
Inverter/Charger internal  
failure. Service required.  
Escalating Auto Fault.  
Must occur 3 times in 60  
AC Under Voltage  
Shutdown (Inverter AC  
Service required.  
seconds before becoming a output)  
manual fault.  
F29  
F30  
AC Backfeed fault: Service Manual  
immediately.  
AC Backfeed Shutdown  
Service required.  
Unit is too cold and has  
shut down. See guide.  
Manual  
Battery Under Temperature Clear the fault and attempt one restart. Try  
Fault  
restart again when ambient temperature is  
warmer or gently warm the battery.  
F40  
F41  
Internal fault. If fault  
persists, call Customer  
Support.  
Manual  
No IPC communication  
Service required.  
Internal fault. Reset. If fault Manual  
persists, call Customer  
Support.  
Dead battery charger  
timeout  
Try restarting dead battery charging once.  
Then check the condition of the battery  
and replace if necessary.  
F502  
F505  
F506  
F507  
Watchdog reset error  
Controller fault  
Manual  
Manual  
Manual  
Manual  
Watchdog reset error  
Controller fault  
Service required.  
Service required.  
Service required.  
Service required.  
Wrong fault identifier  
Wrong identifier  
Wrong fault identifier  
Wrong identifier  
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Inverter Applications  
The Freedom SW 3000 performs differently depending on the AC loads  
If a motor fails to start within a few seconds or loses power after running for  
connected to it. If you are having problems with any of your loads, read this a time, it should be turned off. When the inverter attempts to start a load that  
section.  
is greater than it can handle, the inverter will turn itself off after a few  
seconds.  
Resistive Loads  
These are the loads that the inverter finds the simplest and most efficient to  
drive. Voltage and current are in phase, which means they are in step with  
one another. Resistive loads usually generate heat in order to accomplish  
their tasks. Toasters, coffee pots, and incandescent lights are typical  
resistive loads. It is usually impractical to run larger resistive loads—such  
as electric stove and water heaters—from an inverter due to their high  
current requirements. Even though the inverter may be able to  
accommodate the load, the size of battery bank required would be  
impractical if the load is to be run for long periods.  
Motor Loads  
Induction motors (motors without brushes) require two to six times their  
running current on start up. The most demanding are those that start under  
load (for example, compressors and pumps). Of the capacitor start motors  
(typical in drill presses, band saws for example), the largest you can expect  
to run is 1 hp. Universal motors are generally easier to start. Since motor  
characteristics vary, only testing will determine whether a specific load can  
be started and how long it can be run.  
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Battery Charging Reference  
This section describes the multistage charging algorithm (formula) of the  
Freedom SW 3000.  
Battery Types  
Freedom SW 3000 charges flooded (or wet) lead-acid, gel, AGM (absorbed  
glass mat), and custom batteries. See “Batt Type” on page 16 for  
information on selecting your battery type.  
Flooded (or wet) batteries have removable battery caps for refilling with  
distilled water and testing the electrolyte.  
Gel batteries have the electrolyte in the form of a gel rather than a liquid  
and do not require topping up. Gel batteries are sealed and the battery caps  
are not removable.  
AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries are similar to gel batteries except  
that the electrolyte is absorbed into a fiberglass matting.  
Custom Custom is configured by the dealer, factory, or service center for  
battery types other than those listed above.  
RISK OF BATTERY DAMAGE  
Since the Freedom SW 3000 can only select one battery type setting for  
all batteries connected to its bank, do not mix battery types. All connected  
batteries should either be: Flooded (or wet) or Gel or AGM or Custom.  
Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or  
damage other equipment.  
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With an AC reconnect to qualified AC from the utility power or a generator  
during the bulk stage, the unit will return to the bulk stage.  
Charge Algorithm Stages  
Absorption Charge During the first part of absorption charge, the  
Freedom SW 3000 delivers its full rated output current until the absorption  
voltage is reached. At this point, the Freedom SW 3000 will transition to a  
constant voltage mode by keeping the charge voltage constant at the  
absorption voltage level, and the battery gradually reduces the charging  
current it demands as the battery attains full charge.  
Three-Stage charging  
If three-stage charging is enabled, the Freedom SW 3000 will charge  
batteries in a sequence known as three-stage charging. The charging voltage  
delivered to the battery depends on the battery:  
type setting  
The absorption stage has the following exit criteria:  
temperature (by switch setting or battery temperature sensor)  
state of charge  
Overall time in absorption timeout (ΔT ) has a default of 6 hours.  
A
Time in constant voltage absorption timeout T ) has a default of 1  
CV  
The three automatic stages are:  
hour.  
bulk  
Charge current level drops below a specified limit (I ) for a specified  
H
absorption  
float  
amount of time, which has a default of 2% of C in Ah for 3 minutes.  
See “Charge Algorithm Definitions” on page 58 for more information.  
See Figure 27 for a graph of the three-stage charging profile.  
With an AC reconnect during the absorption stage, the unit will transition to  
the float stage for three-stage charging and no-float stage for two-stage  
charging.  
There is a fourth stage, equalization, which is initialized manually as it is  
only performed occasionally and only on flooded (or wet) batteries.  
Bulk Charge In the first stage—the bulk charge—Freedom SW 3000  
delivers its full-rated output current. This constant current is delivered to  
the batteries until the battery voltage approaches its gassing voltage—  
typically around 13.5 volts for 12 volt batteries. The bulk charge stage  
restores about 75% of the battery’s charge.  
Float Charge In the third stage—the float charge—which is a  
maintenance mode, the output voltage of the charger is reduced to a lower  
level, typically about 13.5 (V ) volts to maintain the battery’s charge  
F1  
without losing electrolyte through gassing.  
With AC reconnected during this stage, the unit will return to the float  
stage.  
The exit from bulk stage to the next stage, absorption, occurs under the  
following condition:  
battery voltage is more than the gassing voltage (V ) for a specified  
G
amount of time (3 minute default).  
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Two-Stage Charging  
Equalization Charge The equalization charge must be manually initiated  
from the SCP because it is not required each time the battery is recharged.  
Equalization is a deliberate overcharge designed to return each cell to  
optimum condition by reducing sulfation and stratification in the battery.  
The overcharge helps the battery to reach and maintain peak capacity.  
If the two-stage charge is enabled, the charger finishes the absorption  
charge but does not go to float mode because some battery manufacturers  
advise against floating their batteries. The Freedom SW 3000 goes into a  
monitoring mode instead where the charger monitors the batteries but does  
not float them.  
An equalization charge should be performed only on flooded, vented (non-  
sealed or “wet”) batteries. It should be performed only if recommended by  
the battery manufacturer and only as often as specified.  
A new two-stage charge cycle will be initiated under the same conditions as  
for three-stage charging.  
After initiating an equalize charge cycle, the charger will always execute a  
bulk and absorption charge stage before starting the actual equalize charge  
stage. The equalize charge stage has a default current and voltage setpoint  
at 10% of C in Ah and 15.5 Vdc, respectively. During the equalize charge  
stage, the charger will produce current equal to the current setpoint as long  
as the battery voltage is still less than the voltage setpoint. When the voltage  
setpoint is reached, the charger will change its current output to keep the  
battery voltage steady at the voltage setpoint level.  
There is a timeout (default is 1 hour) for the equalize charge stage. The  
charger will exit equalize after the timeout has occurred, even if the voltage  
setpoint has not been reached. Should another equalize cycle be required, it  
has to be manually initiated from the SCP.  
Should an AC reconnect occur during the equalize charge stage, the charger  
will return to the float/no-float charge stage, depending on which one is  
selected.  
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Charge Algorithm Graph  
Charge Algorithm Definitions  
Table 10 Battery Voltage Defaults  
Bulk  
Absorption  
Float  
Flooded  
(or wet)  
VA  
VG  
Voltage  
Gel  
AGM  
V
Absorption  
Voltage  
(Vdc)  
14.4  
14.4  
14.3  
VF1  
VF2  
A
V
V
V
V
Gassing  
Voltage  
(Vdc)  
13.5  
13.5  
12.5  
15.5  
13.8  
13.8  
12.5  
NA  
13.45  
13.45  
12.5  
NA  
G
TCV  
TA  
TF  
IB  
Float  
Voltage  
(Vdc)  
F1  
F2  
E
IH  
Float Exit  
Voltage  
(Vdc)  
Time  
Figure 27 Three-Stage Charging Profile  
Equalize  
Voltage  
(Vdc)  
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Table 11 Battery Current Defaults  
Table 12 Battery Time Defaults  
Flooded  
Flooded  
Current  
(or wet)  
Gel  
AGM  
Time  
(or wet)  
Gel  
AGM  
I
Bulk  
Current  
(ADC)  
20% Ah  
20% Ah  
20% Ah  
ΔT  
Absorption  
Timeout  
(hours)  
6
6
6
B
A
I
Absorption  
Exit Current  
(ADC)  
2% Ah  
2% Ah  
NA  
2% Ah  
NA  
ΔT  
Constant  
Voltage  
Absorption  
Timeout  
(hours)  
1
1
1
H
CV  
I
I
I
I
Equalize  
Current  
(ADC)  
10% Ah  
20% Ah  
2% Ah  
E
B
H
E
ΔT  
Float  
Timeout  
(days)  
7
1
7
7
F
Bulk  
Current  
(ADC)  
20% Ah  
2% Ah  
NA  
20% Ah  
2% Ah  
NA  
ΔT  
Equalize  
Timeout  
(hours)  
NA  
NA  
E
Absorption  
Exit Current  
(ADC)  
The numbers presented in these tables are base numbers only and will vary  
with factors such as temperature compensation and battery type.  
Equalize  
Current  
(ADC)  
10% Ah  
IMPORTANT: The custom battery factory defaults are the same as for an  
AGM battery.  
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Battery Charger Interruption  
If battery charging is interrupted in bulk charge (for example, AC is  
disconnected, or a fault occurs), the unit will return to bulk charge when  
battery charging resumes.  
If battery charging is interrupted in any stage other than bulk, the unit will  
go to float charge when battery charging resumes.  
However, a new bulk charge cycle is initiated when battery charging begins,  
if:  
the battery drops below 12.5 Vdc for 15 minutes (V ) i.e., the  
F2  
15-minute countdown is independent of mode: for example, inverting,  
bulk charging, or float charging, and  
7 days have passed from the time the charger completed Absorption  
(ΔT ).  
F
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Specifications  
NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.  
Inverter Specifications  
Physical Specifications  
Power factor (lag or lead)  
Peak efficiency  
0 to 1.0  
>91%  
Base Unit Dimensions and Weight:  
L × W × H  
Net Weight  
385×340×200 mm (15.2×13.4×7.9 in.)  
30.9 kg (68.1 lbs)  
Efficiency at 3000W  
No load power draw  
>82%  
<3.5 A  
10 volts  
16 volts  
All inverter specifications are at nominal conditions: ambient temperature  
of 77 °F (25 °C), 3000 watt resistive load, 12 volts DC inverting on the  
RS3000, 120 volts AC, unless otherwise specified.  
DC low voltage shutdown  
DC over voltage shutdown  
Inverter Specifications  
All charging specifications are at nominal conditions: ambient temperature  
of 77 °F (25 °C), 120 VAC, 60 Hz input, unless otherwise specified.  
Output wave form  
Sine wave  
<5%  
Total harmonic voltage  
distortion  
Charger Specifications  
Charging method  
Three-stage charge (Bulk, Absorption,  
Float)  
Two-stage charge (Bulk, Absorption)  
The default charging method is three-  
stage.  
Output power  
3000 W continuous  
6000 W for ten seconds  
120 VAC ± 5%  
Surge rating  
AC output voltage  
Input DC voltage rating  
AC output frequency  
12 VDC nominal, 10 to 16 VDC  
60.0 ± 0.05 Hz  
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Charger Specifications  
Charger Specifications  
Without a battery temperature Three settings with the following  
AC input voltage  
85 – 135 VAC  
sensor  
temperature values:  
Cool 50 °F (10 °C)  
Warm 77 °F (25 °C)  
AC input frequency  
60 Hz nominal, 55 – 65 Hz operating  
range  
Hot 104 °F (40 °C)  
Minimum battery voltage  
Maximum DC output voltage  
Peak charger efficiency  
5.0 VDC  
16.0 VDC  
84%  
The default value for this setting is  
Hot, and it can only be changed by a  
dealer, factory, or service centre.  
With a battery temperature  
sensor  
The temperature compensation  
coefficients on a 12 volt battery are as  
follows:  
Maximum charge current  
Maximum charge current  
150 A  
150 A  
Flooded: 27 mV × (25 °C – BTS °C)  
Gel: 27 mV × (25 °C – BTS °C)  
AGM: 21 mV × (25 °C – BTS °C)  
Equalization cycle  
Yes, manual via SCP  
1
Number of independent battery  
banks  
Battery bank size settings  
Battery type settings  
50 – 2000 Ahr  
Flooded, AGM, Gel, Custom  
Yes  
Power factor corrected  
charging  
Input power factor at full  
charge rate  
> 0.95  
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All transfer specifications are at nominal conditions: ambient temperature  
of 77 °F (25 °C), 120 VAC, 60 Hz input, unless otherwise specified.  
Environmental Specifications  
Nominal Ambient temperature 77 °F (25 °C)  
Transfer and General Specifications  
Maximum Operating  
Temperature  
Transfer time—utility to invert 20 ms  
Minimum AC input voltage for 85 VAC RMS  
transfer  
Storage temperature range  
–40 ° to 185 °F (–40 to 85 °C)  
Humidity: Operation/Storage  
95% RH, non-condensing  
Maximum AC input voltage  
for transfer  
135 VAC RMS  
Minimum AC input frequency 55 Hz  
for transfer  
Regulatory Approvals  
Safety  
CSA C22.2 No. 107.1  
UL 458  
Maximum AC input frequency 65 Hz  
for transfer  
EMC  
FCC Part 15B Class B  
Cooling  
Fan-cooled, temperature controlled.  
Industry Canada ICES-0003 Class B  
Supported AC input types  
Split phase (up to 30 amps per line)  
Dual input (up to 30 amps per line)  
Fan Operation  
The internal cooling fans are automatic and temperature-controlled.  
NOTE: This internal temperature of the inverter/charger may be caused by  
heat in the inverter/charger or by high ambient temperature.  
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Invert Power Derating vs. Ambient Temperature  
Charger Mode  
The inverter/charger delivers up to 3000 watts of sine wave output power.  
See figure below for temperature derating information.  
Charger output (bulk mode) is 150 amps DC to 40 °C ambient. In higher  
ambients, the charger will automatically derate (reduce output current) to  
maintain internal temperatures at a safe level. Output at 60 °C ambient is  
approximately 75 amps.  
Maximum power available for at least one hour  
3000  
2200  
-20 -10  
0
10  
20  
30  
40  
50  
60  
Ambient Temperature (°C)  
Figure 28 Invert Power Derating versus Ambient Temperature  
If the unit is in elevated ambient temperature above 60 °C, you are required  
to reduce power draw according to the figure to avoid over-temperature  
shutdown.  
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Warranty and Return Information  
Warranty  
Hawaii and outside of the United States and Canada are excluded. Contact  
Xantrex Customer Service for details on freight policy for return shipments  
from excluded areas.  
What does this warranty cover and how long does it last? This  
Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology Inc. (“Xantrex”) and  
covers defects in workmanship and materials in your Freedom SW 3000  
Inverter/Charger. This warranty period lasts for 24 months from the date of  
purchase at the point of sale to you, the original end user customer, unless  
otherwise agreed in writing (the “Warranty Period”). You will be required  
to demonstrate proof of purchase to make warranty claims.  
This Limited Warranty is transferable to subsequent owners but only for the  
unexpired portion of the Warranty Period. Subsequent owners also require  
original proof of purchase as described in “What proof of purchase is  
required?”  
How do you get service? If your product requires troubleshooting or  
warranty service, contact your merchant. If you are unable to contact your  
merchant, or the merchant is unable to provide service, contact Xantrex  
directly at:  
Telephone: 1 800 670 0707 (toll free North America)  
1 408 987 6030 (direct)  
Fax:  
1 800 994 7828 (toll free North America)  
What will Xantrex do? During the Warranty Period Xantrex will, at  
its option, repair the product (if economically feasible) or replace the  
defective product free of charge, provided that you notify Xantrex of the  
product defect within the Warranty Period, and provided that Xantrex  
through inspection establishes the existence of such a defect and that it is  
covered by this Limited Warranty.  
Xantrex will, at its option, use new and/or reconditioned parts in  
performing warranty repair and building replacement 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 the remaining portion of the original Warranty  
Period or 90 days from the date of the return shipment to the customer,  
whichever is greater. All replaced products and all parts removed from  
repaired products become the property of Xantrex.  
Email:  
Website:  
Direct returns may be performed according to the Xantrex Return Material  
Authorization Policy described in your product manual. For some products,  
Xantrex maintains a network of regional Authorized Service Centers. Call  
Xantrex or check our website to see if your product can be repaired at one  
of these facilities.  
Xantrex covers 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,  
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e) component parts or monitoring systems supplied by you or purchased  
by Xantrex at your direction for incorporation into the product;  
f) the product if its original identification (trade-mark, serial number)  
markings have been defaced, altered, or removed;  
What proof of purchase is required? In any warranty claim, dated  
proof of purchase must accompany the product and the product must not  
have been disassembled or modified without prior written authorization by  
Xantrex.  
g) the product if it is located outside of the country where it was  
Proof of purchase may be in any one of the following forms:  
purchased; and  
The dated purchase receipt from the original purchase of the  
product at point of sale to the end user; or  
h) any consequential losses that are attributable to the product losing  
power whether by product malfunction, installation error or misuse.  
The dated dealer invoice or purchase receipt showing original  
equipment manufacturer (OEM) status; or  
The dated invoice or purchase receipt showing the product  
exchanged under warranty.  
What does this warranty not cover? Claims are limited to repair and  
replacement, or if in Xantrex's discretion that is not possible,  
reimbursement up to the purchase price paid for the product. Xantrex will  
be liable to you only for direct damages suffered by you and only up to a  
maximum amount equal to the purchase price of the product.  
This Limited Warranty does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free  
operation of the product or cover normal wear and tear of the product or  
costs related to the removal, installation, or troubleshooting of the  
customer's electrical systems. This warranty does not apply to and Xantrex  
will not be responsible for any defect in or damage to:  
a) the product 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 if it has been subjected to fire, water, generalized  
corrosion, biological infestations, or input voltage that creates  
operating conditions beyond the maximum or minimum limits listed in  
the Xantrex product specifications including but not limited to high  
input voltage from generators and lightning strikes;  
c) the product if repairs have been done to it other than by Xantrex or its  
authorized service centers (hereafter “ASCs”);  
d) the product if it is used as a component part of a product expressly  
warranted by another manufacturer;  
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Disclaimer  
Product  
Exclusions  
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED BY  
XANTREX IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR XANTREX PRODUCT AND IS, WHERE  
PERMITTED BY LAW, IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS, GUARANTEES,  
REPRESENTATIONS, OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY  
OR OTHERWISE IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT, HOWEVER ARISING (WHETHER  
BY CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, PRINCIPLES OF MANUFACTURER'S LIABILITY,  
OPERATION OF LAW, CONDUCT, STATEMENT OR OTHERWISE), INCLUDING WITHOUT  
RESTRICTION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF QUALITY,  
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ANY IMPLIED  
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE  
EXTENT REQUIRED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW TO APPLY TO THE PRODUCT SHALL BE  
LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD STIPULATED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.  
IF THIS PRODUCT IS A CONSUMER PRODUCT, FEDERAL LAW DOES NOT ALLOW AN  
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. TO THE EXTENT YOU ARE ENTITLED TO  
IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER FEDERAL LAW, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY  
APPLICABLE LAW THEY ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED  
WARRANTY. SOME STATES, PROVINCES AND JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW  
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR ON THE DURATION OF AN  
IMPLIED WARRANTY OR ON THE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION(S) OR EXCLUSION(S) MAY  
NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS.  
YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE, PROVINCE  
TO PROVINCE OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION.  
IN NO EVENT WILL XANTREX BE LIABLE FOR: (A) ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT,  
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, LOST  
REVENUES, FAILURE TO REALIZE EXPECTED SAVINGS, OR OTHER COMMERCIAL OR  
ECONOMIC LOSSES OF ANY KIND, EVEN IF XANTREX HAS BEEN ADVISED, OR HAD  
REASON TO KNOW, OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE; (B) ANY LIABILITY  
ARISING IN TORT, WHETHER OR NOT ARISING OUT OF XANTREX'S NEGLIGENCE, AND  
ALL LOSSES OR DAMAGES TO ANY PROPERTY OR FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY OR  
ECONOMIC LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE CONNECTION OF A PRODUCT TO ANY  
OTHER DEVICE OR SYSTEM; AND (C) ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY ARISING FROM OR AS A  
RESULT OF MISUSE OR ABUSE, OR THE INCORRECT INSTALLATION, INTEGRATION OR  
OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT BY PERSONS NOT AUTHORIZED BY XANTREX.  
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If you are returning a product from outside of the USA or  
Canada In addition to the above, you MUST include return freight funds  
and are fully responsible for all documents, duties, tariffs, and deposits.  
Return Material Authorization Policy  
For those products that are not being repaired in the field and are being  
returned to Xantrex, before returning a product directly to Xantrex you  
must obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and the  
correct factory “Ship To” address. Products must also be shipped prepaid.  
Product shipments will be refused and returned at your expense if they are  
unauthorized, returned without an RMA number clearly marked on the  
outside of the shipping box, if they are shipped collect, or if they are  
shipped to the wrong location.  
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 and that the ASC repairs this particular  
Xantrex product.  
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  
Out of Warranty Service  
If the warranty period for your product has expired, if the unit was damaged  
by misuse or incorrect installation, if other conditions of the warranty have  
not been met, or if no dated proof of purchase is available, your unit may be  
serviced or replaced for a flat fee.  
Information about the installation and use of the unit  
Information about the failure and/or reason for the return  
A copy of your dated proof of purchase  
Record these details on page 69.  
Return Procedure  
Package the unit safely, preferably using the original box and packing  
materials. Please ensure that your product is shipped fully insured in the  
original packaging or equivalent. This warranty will not apply where the  
product is damaged due to improper packaging.  
To return your product for out of warranty service, contact Xantrex  
Customer Service for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and  
follow the other steps outlined in “Return Procedure” on page 68.  
Payment options such as credit card or money order will be explained by  
the Customer Service Representative. In cases where the minimum flat fee  
does not apply, as with incomplete units or units with excessive damage, an  
additional fee will be charged. If applicable, you will be contacted by  
Customer Service once your unit has been received.  
Include the following:  
The RMA number supplied by Xantrex Technology Inc. clearly  
marked on the outside of the box.  
A return address where the unit can be shipped. Post office boxes  
are not acceptable.  
A contact telephone number where you can be reached during  
work hours.  
A brief description of the problem.  
Ship the unit prepaid to the address provided by your Xantrex customer  
service representative.  
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Information About Your System  
As soon as you open your Freedom SW 3000 Inverter/Charger package,  
record the following information and be sure to keep your proof of  
purchase.  
______________________  
______________________  
______________________  
DC wiring size and length  
Alarm sounding?  
______________________  
Serial Number  
Product Number  
Purchased From  
Purchase Date  
Description of indicators  
on front panel  
815-3000  
______________________  
Appliances operating  
when problem occurred  
______________________  
______________________  
______________________  
Description of problem  
If you need to contact Customer Service, please record the following details  
before calling. This information will help our representatives give you  
better service.  
________________________________________________  
______________________  
______________________  
Type of installation (e.g.  
RV, truck)  
Length of time inverter/  
charger has been installed  
______________________  
______________________  
Battery/battery bank size  
Battery type (e.g. flooded,  
sealed gel cell, AGM)  
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1 800 670 0707 Tel toll free  
1 408 987 6030 Tel direct  
1 800 994 7828 Fax toll free  
customerservice@xantrex.com  
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