Xantrex RS3000 User manual

RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger

Operation Guide

RS3000

RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger

Operation Guide

About Xantrex

Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from

50 watt mobile units to one MW utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup

power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems. Xantrex products include inverters, battery

chargers, programmable power supplies, and variable speed drives that convert, supply, control, clean, and distribute

electrical power.

Trademarks

RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger is a trademark of Xantrex International. Xantrex and Xanbus are registered

trademarks of Xantrex International.

Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and product names are the property of their respective owners and are used

herein for identification purposes only.

Notice of Copyright

Disclaimer

UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING, XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC. (“XANTREX”)

(a) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY

TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION.

(b) ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER DIRECT,

INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL, WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH

INFORMATION. THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK.

Date and Revision

December 2004 Rev B

Part Number

975-0170-01-01

Contact Information

Telephone: 1 800 670 0707 (toll free North America)

1 360 925 5097 (direct)

Fax: 1 800 994 7828 (toll free North America)

1 360 925 5143 (direct)

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.xantrex.com

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About This Guide

Purpose

The RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger Operation Guide provides

explanations and procedures for operating, configuring, and

troubleshooting the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger (RS3000).

Scope

The guide provides safety guidelines and information about operating,

configuring, and troubleshooting the unit. It does not include information

for installing the inverter/charger. Refer to the RS3000 Sine Wave

Inverter/Charger Installation Guide.

The guide also provides general guidelines on batteries; it does not

provide details about particular brands of batteries. You need to consult

individual battery manufacturers for this information.

Audience

The guide is intended for users who need to configure and operate the

RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger.

Organization

This guide is organized into four chapters and three appendixes.

Chapter 1, “Introduction”, outlines the main performance and safety

features of the RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger. Reading this chapter

will give you a clear understanding of the inverter/charger’s capabilities.

Chapter 2, “Operation”, provides information about operating the

RS3000. Details are provided on how to read the front panel indicators to

monitor the RS3000.

Chapter 3, “Configuration”, explains how to configure the RS3000 from

the control panel.

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Chapter 4, “Troubleshooting”, explains how to identify and solve

problems that can occur with the RS3000.

Appendix A, “Specifications”, provides electrical, physical, and

performance specifications for the inverter/charger.

Appendix B, “Battery Charging Reference”, provides information on

three-stage charging, two-stage charging, and charging times.

Appendix C, “Terminology”, provides a glossary and a listing of

commonly used abbrevations and acronyms.

“Warranty and Return Information” provides the product warranty,

explains how to return a product for service, and describes what to

prepare for a call to Xantrex Customer Service.

Conventions Used

The following conventions are used in this guide.

WARNING

Warnings identify conditions or practices that could result in personal injury or

loss of life.

CAUTION

Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the

RS3000 or other equipment.

Important:

Important notes provide information that is important for you

to know. They are not as critical as Cautions or Warnings.

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Symbols Used

The following symbols are used on the product labels or in this guide.

Related Information

For related materials on this product and its available accessories, see:

RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger Installation Guide (975-0171-01-01)

System Control Panel Owner’s Guide (975-0083-01-01)

Automatic Generator Start Owner’s Guide (975-0082-01-01)

Xanbus System Installation Guide (975-0136-01-01)

More information about Xantrex Technology Inc. as well as its products

and services, including a complete list of Xanbus-enabled devices, is

available at www.xantrex.com

Contact Information

!In this guide: Important information, warnings or cautions.

On the product: Important information, warnings or cautions with

further explanation in the product guides.

"AC – Alternating current

#DC – Direct current

$Warning: Hot surface. Do not touch.

%DC ground connection point

&AC safety ground connection point from incoming AC source

'AC safety ground connection point for AC output (to AC loads)

Telephone: 1 800 670 0707 (toll free North America)

1 360 925 5097 (direct)

Fax: 1 800 994 7828 (toll free North America)

1 360 925 5143 (direct)

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.xantrex.com

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Important Safety Instructions

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger Operation Guide contains

important safety instructions.

Before you install and use your RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger, be

sure to read, understand and save these safety instructions and those in the

other product guides.

Read all instructions and cautionary markings on the Inverter/Charger, the

batteries and all appropriate sections of this guide.

1. Use of accessories not recommended or sold by Xantrex Technology,

Inc. may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

2. The Inverter/Charger is designed to be permanently connected to your

AC and DC electrical systems. Xantrex recommends that all wiring

be done by a certified technician or electrician to ensure adherence to

the local and national electrical codes applicable in your application.

3. To avoid a risk of fire and electric shock, make sure that existing

wiring is in good condition and that wire is not undersized. Do not

operate the Inverter/Charger with damaged or substandard wiring.

4. To reduce risk of damage and injury, charge only rechargeable

lead-acid batteries (flooded, gel, or absorbed glass mat (AGM) types).

Other types of batteries may burst, causing personal injury and

damage.

WARNING: Risk of injury or loss of life

The RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger shall not be used in connection with life

support systems or other medical equipment or devices.

WARNING

The following warnings identify conditions or practices that could result in

personal injury or loss of life.

Safety

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5. Do not operate the Inverter/Charger if it has received a sharp blow,

been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. If the unit is

damaged, see the “Warranty and Return Information” section in the

RS3000 Sine Wave Inverter/Charger Operation Guide.

6. Do not disassemble the Inverter/Charger; it does not contain user

serviceable parts. Take it to a qualified service person when service or

repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of

electrical shock or fire. Internal capacitors remain charged after all

power is disconnected. For instructions on obtaining service, see the

“Warranty and Return Information” section in the RS3000 Sine Wave

Inverter/Charger Operation Guide.

7. Do not expose the Inverter/Charger to rain, snow, or water.

8. To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect all sources of AC and DC

power from the Inverter/Charger before attempting any maintenance

or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.

9. The Inverter/Charger must be provided with equipment grounding

conductors connected to the AC input ground and chassis ground

terminals.

To reduce the risk of overheating, keep the ventilation openings clear and

do not install the Inverter/Charger in a compartment with limited airflow

or inadequate clearances around the unit. Refer to the RS3000 Sine Wave

Inverter/Charger Installation Guide for required clearance.

CAUTION

Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the unit or

other equipment.

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