Outback Power Systems FW-X240 User Manual

FW-X240
AUTO TRANSFORMER

Installation Manual

FW-X240 Auto Transformer

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About OutBack Power Systems

OutBack Power Systems is a leader in advanced energy conversion technology. Our products include

true sine wave inverter/chargers, maximum power point charge controllers, system communication

components, as well as breaker panels, breakers, accessories, and assembled systems.

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FW-X240 Auto Transformer Installation Manual © 2007 All rights reserved.

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Date and Revision - July, 2008

Contact Information:

OutBack Power Systems

19009 62nd Ave. NE

Arlington, WA 98223

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

www.outbackpower.com

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Welcome to the OutBack Power Systems FW-X240 Auto Transformer

The FW-X240 Auto Transformer can be used for step-up, step-down, generator and split phase output

balancing or with series-stacked FX or VFX Series Inverter/Chargers for inverter balancing.

OutBack Power Systems does everything possible to assure the components you purchase will func-

tion properly and safely when installed as instructed according to local and national electrical codes

(NEC). Please read all of the following instructions and the instructions that come with any other

OutBack components that make up your power system.

The FW-X240 Auto Transformer Speci cations:

• 120 volt/25 amp primary and secondary side

• 120 or 240 VAC 60 Hz systems only

• Allows powering 240 volt items ( e.g., a deep well pump) with a single 120 volt AC source

• Step-down feature allows battery charging with both legs of a 240 volt generator through a single

120 volt FX Series Inverter/Charger

Two identical windings:

• Winding one is between leads #1 and #2

• Winding two is between leads #3 and #4

• The start for each winding are on lead #1 and on lead #3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Please read all instructions and cautionary markings on the FW-X240 and other system components

and their instructional manuals.

To reduce risk of electric shock:

• Disconnect all DC and AC power sources before attempting any maintenance or repair.

• The input side of the AC and DC breakers may be live even though the breakers are o .

• Be sure to test all terminals with a voltmeter before touching or using any tools.

• Always use caution when using metal tools to prevent contact with live parts or terminals.

• All installations must be in compliance with all local and national electrical codes and standards.

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Grounding Instructions

• The FW-X240’s metal mounting bracket must be connected to a permanently grounded

system. System grounding as required by the National Electric Code, ANSI /NFPA 70-1996, is the

responsibility of the system installer.

• The FW-X240 hardware kit includes grounding washers to penetrate a powder-coated  nish,

assuring a proper ground connection to any FLEXware enclosure or mounting plate.

• An installation might call for an optional grounding wire between the FW-X240 and the FLEXware

enclosure or mounting plate to which it’s attached depending on local code requirements or the

nature of the installation itself.

Connections

• No additional terminals or lugs are required for hook-up of the AC wiring.

• AC wiring must be no less than 10 AWG gauge copper wire, rated for 75 degrees C or higher and

must be sized appropriately to the circuit breaker.

Hardware Kit

The FW-X240 comes with four M6 X 20 mm screws, four  at washers, and four grounding washers for

mounting to a FLEXware Mounting Plate from inside a FLEXware AC enclosure.

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