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40 A (XADC-40)
60 A (XADC-60)
80 A (XADC-80)
Owner’s Guide
Xantrex AC to DC
Converter
Manual Type
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Xantrex AC to DC
Converter
Owner’s Guide
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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
Xantrex AC to DC Converter is a trademark of Xantrex International. Xantrex is
a registered trademark 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
Xantrex AC to DC Converter Owner’s Guide© March 2007 Xantrex
International. All rights reserved.
Exclusion for Documentation
UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING, XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC. ("XANTREX")
(A) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL
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LANGUAGE VERSION WHICH IS POSTED AT WWW.XANTREX.COM.
Date and Revision
March 2007 Revision D
Part Number
975-0305-01-01
Contact Information
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About This Guide
Purpose
The purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations
and procedures for operating and troubleshooting the Xantrex
AC to DC Converter (XADC).
Scope
The Guide provides information about operating and
troubleshooting the unit.
Audience
The Guide is intended for anyone who needs to operate and
troubleshoot the XADC.
Organization
This Guide is organized into two chapters and one appendix:
Features: Chapter 1 introduces the Xantrex AC to DC
Converter, shows where the major components are and lists
the special features.
Operation and Troubleshooting: Chapter 2 describes how to
operate the XADC and common situations or problems that
may arise and possible solutions.
Specifications: Appendix A contains electrical performance
and physical specifications for the XADC.
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About This Guide
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 unit or to other equipment.
Important: These notes describe an important action item or
an item that you must pay attention to.
This Guide contains information for three versions of the
Xantrex AC to DC Converter.
The 40 Amp Xantrex AC to DC Converter will be referred to
as the XADC-40 when it is being referenced individually.
The 60 Amp Xantrex AC to DC Converter will be referred to
as the XADC-60 when it is being referenced individually.
The 80 Amp Xantrex AC to DC Converter will be referred to
as the XADC-80 when it is being referenced individually.
When the Xantrex XADC-40, XADC-60 and XADC-80 are
being referenced together, they will be referred to as the
XADC.
Related Information
You can find more information about Xantrex Technology
Inc. as well as its products and services at www.xantrex.com
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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: Limitations on Use
The Xantrex AC to DC Converter is not intended for use in
connection with life support systems or other medical
equipment or devices.
WARNING
This chapter contains important safety and operating
instructions. Read and keep this Owner’s Guide for future
reference.
1. Before using the XADC, read all instructions and
cautionary markings on the XADC, the batteries, and all
appropriate sections of this guide.
2. Do not expose the XADC to rain, snow, spray, or water.
To reduce risk of fire hazard, do not cover or obstruct the
ventilation openings. Overheating may result.
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 XADC with damaged or
substandard wiring.
4. Do not operate the XADC if it has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. If the
XADC is damaged, see the Warranty section.
5. Do not disassemble the XADC. It contains no user-
serviceable parts and attempting to service it will void
your warranty. See Warranty for instructions on obtaining
service. Attempting to service the XADC yourself may
result in a risk of electrical shock or fire as the XADC
remains charged after all power is disconnected.
6. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect both
AC and DC power from the XADC before attempting
any maintenance or cleaning or working on any circuits
connected to the XADC.
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Safety
Precautions When Working With Batteries
WARNING: Explosion or fire hazard
1. Follow all instructions published by the battery
manufacturer and the manufacturer of the equipment in
which the battery is installed. Working in the vicinity of
batteries may be dangerous. Batteries generate explosive
gases during normal operation, therefore, you must read
this guide and follow the instructions exactly before
using your XADC.
2. Make sure the area around the battery is well ventilated.
3. Never smoke or allow a spark or flame near the engine or
batteries.
4. Use 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.
5. Remove all metal items, like rings, bracelets, and
watches when working with lead-acid batteries. Lead-
acid batteries produce a short circuit current high enough
to weld metal to skin, causing a severe burn.
6. Have someone within range of your voice or close
enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead-
acid battery.
7. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case
battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
8. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection.
Avoid touching your eyes while working near batteries.
9. 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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Safety
10. If you need to remove a battery, always remove the
ground terminal from the battery first. Make sure all
accessories are off so you don’t cause a spark.
11. Use the XADC for charging a lead-acid battery only. Do
not use the XADC to charge nickel-cadmium or dry-cell
batteries commonly used with home appliances and
electronic equipment. These batteries may burst and
cause injury to persons and damage to property.
12. Never attempt to charge a frozen battery. Charging a
battery when its temperature is below 32 °F (0 °C) is
inefficient and ineffective. If possible, warm the battery
above 32 °F (0 °C) before charging.
FCC Information to the User
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a residential environment. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
guide, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and the
receiver
•
•
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer where the XADC was purchased or an
experienced radio/TV technician for help
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Contents
Important Safety Instructions- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - v
1
Features
Introduction- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1
Special Features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1
Main Components - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2
Optional AC/DC Distribution Panel- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2
2
Operation and Troubleshooting
Switching the XADC On and Off - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
Maintenance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
Troubleshooting Reference - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6
A
Specifications
Mechanical Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7
Electrical Performance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7
Warranty and Return Information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
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Features
1
Introduction
The Xantrex AC to DC Converter (XADC) is a family of
converter/chargers, consisting of 40A (XADC-40), 60A
(XADC-60), and 80A (XADC-80) units. All XADC units
will accept a broad range of 120 Vac input power and convert
it into a 3-step DC charge algorithm designed for use with
12Vdc battery systems and/or to power DC loads. The
XADC can operate from generator power and potentially
poor quality campground power. The XADC is available as
either a standalone product or integrated with an optional
AC/DC Distribution Panel.
Special Features
The XADC has many convenient features:
•
Current limiting, over-temperature protection, input
under-voltage protection and input over-voltage
protection to give you worry-free, safe operation
•
Three stage, power factor corrected, charging means
more AC power is available to run other appliances
•
•
Ability to recharge completely “dead” batteries (0 Volts)
Both input and output ventilation on one side for
maximum flexibility in installation
•
Optional AC/DC Distribution Panel for ease of
installation and maintenance
•
•
Ultra-quiet fan operation
Battery reverse polarity protection to prevent damage to
the unit in the event of a reverse polarity connection
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Main Components
Figure 1-1 shows the main components of the XADC.
2
4
3
1
5
Figure 1-1 XADC External Components
Item
Description
1
2
3
4
5
AC wiring compartment
Intake and outflow vents (do not obstruct)
DC wiring compartment
Ground connection (2 locations)
Mounting flanges
Optional AC/DC Distribution Panel
The XADC may be pre-installed with an AC/DC Distribution
Panel. The panel is available in two configurations which
provides the approved wiring boxes for AC and DC
connections:
30A (Part Number: 810-0030-00 XADC P30) – eight output
breakers
50A (Part Number: 810-0050-00 XADC P50) – 10 output
breakers
In each configuration there are also 11 unassigned DC fuses
and four reserved fuses for the battery connections.
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Main Components
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Figure 1-2 AC/DC Distribution Panel Components
Item
Description
1
DC fuse/AC breaker access panel (swings open with
thumb latch)
2
3
Removable DC fuse access panel with DC circuit
designation label.
Removable AC/DC Distribution Panel faceplate
(service technician only)
4
5
AC breakers (not included)
Screw for removing AC/DC panel faceplate (service
technician only)
6
7
8
9
Screw for removing DC fuse access panel
Fuse puller
AC breaker knockouts
Removable faceplate for XADC converter (service
technician only)
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Operation and
Troubleshooting
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Switching the XADC On and Off
The XADC is always On when AC voltage is applied. To
switch the XADC Off, disconnect the AC input voltage by
turning the AC breaker off.
Maintenance
It may be necessary to replace the DC fuses in the XADC.
Fuses for XADC should be:
XADC-40
XADC-60
XADC-80
a
a
a
2 × 30 A
3 × 30 A
4 × 30 A
a.Littelfuse Type 257 or equivalent
If the optional AC/DC Distribution Panel is installed, it may
be necessary to replace the AC breakers and DC fuses.
Fuses for DC loads should be:
Littelfuse Type 257 or equivalent and the maximum allowed
fuse for the DC loads is 20 A.
Breakers for the AC side should be:
MAIN: Cutler Hammer/Bryant/Westinghouse Type BR
Series and ITE Gould QP Series. The maximum current
rating for the main breaker is not to exceed the rating of the
panelboard.
BRANCH: Cutler Hammer/Bryant/Westinghouse Type BR,
BD Series and ITE Gould QP, QT Series. The maximum
current rating for the branch breaker is not to exceed 20A.
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Troubleshooting Reference
WARNING: Electric shock hazard
Do not remove the cover of the XADC or disassemble the XADC.
The XADC does not contain any internal user-serviceable parts and
attempting to service the unit yourself could result in electrical
shock or burn and will also void your warranty.
Table 2-1 Troubleshooting reference
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
XADC will
not run
Cables are loose
Check DC and AC connections
Output fuses are
damaged or not
installed
Check output fuses
AC input breaker open Check AC input breaker
Short circuit in one or Remove load fuses one by one until
more of the load
circuits
XADC output voltage recovers,
re-install load fuses one by one to
find faulty load circuit(s)
Internal temperature
too hot
Check that the XADC has sufficient
ventilation. Allow the XADC to cool
down and restart.
Something may be
preventing the fan
from turning. The unit
has a safety shutoff in
this situation.
Ensure that nothing is obstructing
the fan operation.
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Specifications
A
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mechanical Specifications
Physical Specifications
XADC-40
XADC-60
XADC-80
Weight
7.9 lb
8.2 lb
8.3 lb
(3.6 kg)
(3.7 kg)
(3.8 kg)
Operating temperature range
14 ºF – 86 ºF (-10 ºC – 30 ºC)
de-rated 86 ºF – 140ºF (30 ºC – 60 ºC)
> 140ºF (60 ºC) unit may shut down
Length
Width
Height
11 13/16 in. (300.0 mm)
7 1/8 in. (180.0 mm)
4 3/4 in. (120.0 mm)
Electrical Performance
AC Input
XADC-40 XADC-60 XADC-80
Input current (at rated output)
Nominal input voltage
6 Aac
9 Aac
120 Vac, 60 Hz
108 Vac – 130 Vac
90 Vac
12 Aac
Normal operating input voltage
Min. operating input voltage
Max. operating input voltage
Power factor (rated output, nominal input)
Safe (non-operating) input voltage range
Frequency
140 Vac
≥ 0.95
0 – 150 Vrms
50 – 70 Hz
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DC Output
XADC-40 XADC-60 XADC-80
Recommended battery bank size
Output current
220 Ah
40 Adc
44A
220 Ah
60 Adc
64 A
400 Ah
80 Adc
84 A
Current limit (maximum)
Nominal output voltage
13.5 Vdc (float charge)
14.2 Vdc (bulk/absorption charge)
Min. output voltage
0 V
a
1.5% at terminals of XADC
Load regulation
b
1.5%
Line regulation
No load voltage accuracy
Efficiency at nominal output
Battery draw when turned off
0.1 Vdc
≥ 85%
< 2 mA
a.Load regulation is the converter's ability to maintain a constant output voltage as the load
current changes.
b. Line regulation is the converter's ability to maintain a constant output voltage as the line
(input) voltage changes.
Warranty and Return Information
If your vehicle is within its factory warranty period:
The warranty for this product is covered under your vehicle's express warranty, please
contact your vehicle manufacturer's owner services department for technical support and
warranty service.
If your vehicle is out of its factory warranty period:
If the warranty period for your Xantrex AC to DC Converter 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.
To return your Xantrex AC to DC Converter for out of warranty service, contact Xantrex
Customer Service at 1-360-925-5097 for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number.
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.
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