Outback Power Systems FX2024ET, VFX3048E, VFX2612E, VFX3024E, FX2348ET User Manual

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International FX and VFX Series

INVERTER/CHARGER

Programming Manual

WARRANTY SUMMARY

Dear OutBack Customer,

Thank you for your purchase of OutBack products. We make every e ort to assure our power conversion products will give you long and reliable service for your renewable energy system.

As with any manufactured device, repairs might be needed due to damage, inappropriate use, or unintentional defect. Please note the following guidelines regarding warranty service of OutBack products:

• Any and all warranty repairs must conform to the terms of the warranty.

• All OutBack equipment must be installed according to their accompanying instructions and manuals with speci ed over-current protection in order to maintain their warranties.

• The customer must return the component(s) to OutBack, securely packaged, properly addressed, and shipping paid. We recommend insuring your package when shipping. Packages that are not securely packaged can sustain additional damage not covered by the warranty or can void warranty repairs.

• There is no allowance or reimbursement for an installer’s or user’s labor or travel time required to disconnect, service, or reinstall the damaged component(s).

• OutBack will ship the repaired or replacement component(s) prepaid to addresses in the continental United States, where applicable. Shipments outside the U.S. will be sent freight collect.

• In the event of a product malfunction, OutBack cannot bear any responsibility for consequential losses, expenses, or damage to other components.

• Please read the full warranty at the end of this manual for more information.

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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Date and Revision • July 2008 REV C

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty Summary.....................................................................................................................................................................................1

Declaration of Conformity .....................................................................................................................................................................3

Welcome to the OutBack Power Systems FX Series Inverter/Charger System .....................................................4

Safety .........................................................................................................................................................................................................4

Modes and Properties ..............................................................................................................................................................................5

Set-Up Screens ..............................................................................................................................................................................................5

Search Mode ..................................................................................................................................................................................................6

Input Menu .....................................................................................................................................................................................................7

Advanced Screens ......................................................................................................................................................................................9

Inverter Menu .............................................................................................................................................................................................10

Charger Menu .............................................................................................................................................................................................13

Generator Menu ........................................................................................................................................................................................16

FX Series Inverter/Charger Programming .................................................................................................................................19

Components and Connections .......................................................................................................................................................20

Stacking Options ......................................................................................................................................................................................23

OutBack Parallel ................................................................................................................................................................................23

3-Phase ..................................................................................................................................................................................................24

Stacking And Assigning FX Status .................................................................................................................................................24

1-2ph Master .....................................................................................................................................................................................24

Classic Slave ........................................................................................................................................................................................25

OB Slave L1 ..........................................................................................................................................................................................25

3ph Master.................................................................. .........................................................................................................................25

3ph Slave ..............................................................................................................................................................................................25

Programming the FXs ............................................................................................................................................................................26

1-2 ph Master .....................................................................................................................................................................................29

OutBack (OB) Slave .........................................................................................................................................................................29

OutBack (OB) Slave 2 .....................................................................................................................................................................30

3-Phase (3ph) Master ....................................................................................................................................................................30

3-Phase (3-ph) Slave ......................................................................................................................................................................31

Introduction to Power Save Levels ................................................................................................................................................32

Powering Up ................................................................................................................................................................................................34

Stacking System Examples .................................................................................................................................................................36

OutBack Parallel Stacking ...........................................................................................................................................................36

Ranking the Slaves ...............................................................................................................................................................37

3-Phase Stacking ...................................................................................................................................................................39

Auxiliary (AUX) Functions ....................................................................................................................................................................40

List of AUX Functions ....................................................................................................................................................................43

Adjustable AUX Output Functions .......................................................................................................................................43

Battery Charging Function .................................................................................................................................................................46

Maintenance ...............................................................................................................................................................................................46

Battery Charging Instructions ...........................................................................................................................................................47

FX Default Values ......................................................................................................................................................................................50

Warranty .........................................................................................................................................................................................................51

Product Registration ...............................................................................................................................................................................53

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

The OutBack Power Systems FX Series Inverter/Chargers export (“E”) models comply with the EU Declaration of Conformity regarding Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC (“Council Directive of 3 May 1989”) and Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC (“Council Directive of 19 February 1973”) when installed in o -grid applications only. These inverter/chargers are not to be connected to the mains under any circumstances.

The AC-IN connection on each E model inverter/charger is only approved for connection to an AC generator.

FX Series Inverter/Chargers covered by the EU Declaration of Conformity:

• FX2012ET

• FX2024ET

• FX2348ET

• VFX2612E

• VFX3024E

• VFX3048E

WELCOME TO THE OUTBACK POWER SYSTEMS FX SERIES INVERTER/CHARGER SYSTEM

The FX and VFX Series Inverter/Charger o ers a complete power conversion system—DC to AC, battery charging, and an AC internal transfer relay—for stand-alone applications.

OutBack Power Systems does everything possible to assure the components you purchase will function properly and safely when installed as instructed according to local and national electrical codes. Please read all of the following instructions and the instructions that come with any OutBack components included in your power system. Further instructions on individual FX set-ups as well as systems assemblies are included with the International FX and VFX Series Inverter/Charger Installation

Manual.

The OutBack Power Systems FX and VFX is ETL listed to UL1741 (Inverters, Converters, Controllers, and Interconnection System Equipment for Use with Distributed Energy Resources). All Mobile FX Series Inverter/Chargers are ETL listed to UL 458.

Grounding Instructions

Each FX should be connected to a grounded, permanent wiring system. For most installations, the negative battery conductor should be bonded to the grounding system at one (and only one) point in the DC system. All installations must comply with all national and local codes and ordinances.

The equipment ground is marked with this symbol:

The International FX and VFX Series Inverter/Charger Programming Manual covers the following information:

• Safety

• Programming or “stacking” multiple FXs using the OutBack Power Systems MATE

• Explaining the FX modes and properties.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS

General Precautions

1. Use caution whenever working around electricity, electrical components, and batteries. There is

always a potential for shocks, burns, injury, and even death if an installer or user comes in contact with electricity.

2. Read all instructions and cautionary markings on the FX, the batteries and all appropriate sections of

this manual as well as other component manuals before using the system.

3. Be sure each system FX is securely installed according to the International FX and VFX Series Inverter/

Charger Installation Manual.

4. Follow all local and national electrical codes when installing OutBack equipment and components.

FX MODES AND PROPERTIES

Each OutBack FX and VFX comes with various default values set at the factory. Typically, a single FX installation will retain these values, but multiple FXs will require programming using the OutBack MATE. Viewing the status of an FX and adjusting its functions also requires a MATE.

The OutBack MATE is a system controller and display which shows operational status via a lighted screen. It allows a user to change function settings such as battery charging and generator usage using a series of buttons (“soft “ keys

MATE

SETUP SCREENS

MAIN--------------------------

and “hot” keys).

From the MAIN screen, press

SETUP

12:12:16A

SUM STATUS SETUP ADV

SETUP-----------------------------choose product:

FX MATE

SETUP/FX-------------------------choose category:

SRCH INPUT MAIN

Pressing and holding the  rst two soft keys

NOTE:

at the same time will always bring up the MAIN Menu screen. The SUM and STATUS screens are displayed and explained in the MATE Installation

and User Manual.

Press

Two choices are available in the choose category screen:

• Search (SRCH) which adjusts the search mode settings

• INPUT which for selecting the AC INPUT and current limit adjustment

Press to open the search screens.

SRCH

SEARCH MODE

An FX consumes a small amount of power when it is not providing AC to loads or recharging batteries. In SEARCH MODE, the FX is inactive and conserves power until it senses a user-determined size load. The FX then turns on to provide AC to that load. The SEARCH features are mainly used in o grid systems to conserve power.

NOTE: Some loads will require experimenting with the SEARCH settings and other loads, such as  uorescent lights with magnetic ballasts, might not work well at all.

SETUP/FX/SEARCH--------P00 search 6 sensitivity

DOWN INC DEC PORT

SETUP/FX/SEARCH--------P00 search 8 cycles pulse length

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Use the search sensitivity screen to determine the size of an AC load needed for the FX to turn ON and leave SEARCH mode.

• Pressing decreases sensitivity (a bigger

INC

load is needed to turn the FX on)

• Pressing increases the sensitivity which

DEC

means a smaller load (less wattage) will turn the FX on

• Decreasing to zero disables SEARCH mode

Press to view the next SEARCH screen.

DOWN

The FX produces pulses to detect AC loads. The search pulse length screen allows adjusting the number of pulses (from 2 to 20) or cycles to more reliably detect AC loads. A setting of 8 or higher, adjusted using and , is recommended. Press to open the

DOWN

DECINC

search pulse spacing screen.

SETUP/FX/SEARCH--------P00 search 60 cycles pulse spacing

DOWN INC DEC PORT

The search pulse spacing screen adjusts the amount of time the FX waits before producing additional AC pulses to sense a load. The higher the number of cycles, the lower the FX power consumption, but the longer it takes before the AC load is powered. The cycles range from 4 to 120 cycles (two seconds). Press the to

DOWN

complete the SEARCH menu.

SETUP/FX/SEARCH------------search setup completed

TOP SETUP MAIN

Pressing returns you to the SETUP/FX/ SEARCH screen. Pressing returns the user to the choose category screen. Pressing returns to the MAIN Menu.

TOP

SETUP

MAIN

INPUT MENU

The INPUT screens allow the user to choose either grid or generator AC input and the maximum

amperage from either source that can pass through the FX before a warning occurs.

MAIN--------------------------

12:12:16A

SUM STATUS SETUP ADV

SETUP-----------------------------choose product:

FX MATE

SETUP/FX--------------------------choose category:

SRCH INPUT MAIN

From the MAIN screen, press .

Press .

SETUP

Two choices are available in the choose category screen:

• Search (SRCH) adjusts the search mode settings

• INPUT selects the AC INPUT

and current limit adjustment

Press .

INPUT

SETUP/FX/INPUT----------P00 ac transfer Gen control

DOWN GRID GEN PORT

To choose your AC input source in the ac transfer control screen, press or .

DOWN

Press to view the next screen.

GRID

GEN

SETUP/FX/INPUT----------P00 ac1/grid 24.5 aac limit

DOWN INC DEC PORT

SETUP/FX/INPUT----------P00 ac2/gen 30.0 aac limit

DOWN INC DEC PORT

By using and , the ac1/grid menu

INC

DEC

sets the maximum current the FX will allow to be drawn from the grid by either AC loads and/or the batteries (during recharging). When this limit is exceeded, an AC input limit warning appears and the FX will reduce the almount of charging so that the total current draw does not exceed the maximum setting (between 2.5AAC and 30.0AAC).

DOWN

Press to view the next INPUT screen.

The ac2/gen limit screen sets the maximum current the FX will allow to be drawn from a generator by either AC loads or the batteries (during recharging). When this limit is exceeded, the FX will reduce the amount of charging current so the total current draw does not exceed the maximum setting (between 1.0AAC and 30.0 AAC) to avoid damage to the generator. Press the to view the  nal INPUT screen.

DOWN

SETUP/FX/INPUT--------------- input setup completed

TOP SETUP MAIN

Pressing returns you to the SETUP/FX/

TOP

SEARCH screen. Pressing returns the user to the choose

SETUP

category screen. Pressing returns to the MAIN Menu.

MAIN

ADVANCED SCREENS

All the FX operation settings can be adjusted in the MATE’s ADVANCED screens, including some previously discussed in the INPUT and SETUP menus. Changing the settings under any menu will a ect the values in all menus. The ADVANCED screens are accessed via the password

MAIN--------------------------

12:12:16A

SUM STATUS SETUP ADV

ADV/SETTINGS/WARNING

changes made could adversely a ect system performance

141.

ADV/PASSWORD----------------

enter the password

132

ENTER INC DEC EXIT

Push any soft key on the ADV/ SETTINGS/WARNING screen and go to the ADV/PASSWORD screen.

ADV/PASSWORD----------------

enter the password

141

ENTER INC DEC EXIT

ADV/FX/PG2---------------------

choose category:

PG1 GRID GEN PG3

ADV

choose device:

FX CC DC MATE

ADV/FX/PAGE3------------------

choose category:

PG2 AUX STACK PG4

The FX settings and their adjustments include:

The screen displays <132>. Press the <INC> button until it scrolls to the password 141.

ADV/FX/PAGE 1-----------------

choose category:

ADV INV CHGR PG2

ADV/FX/PAGE4------------------

choose category:

PG3 SELL CAL MAIN

Pressing the <MAIN> soft key will display the MAIN screen.

• INV—INVERTER

• CHGR—CHARGER

• GRID—AC input if the FX input is set to GRID

• GEN—AC input if the FX input is set to GEN

• AUX—AUX OUTPUT

• STACK—Master and Slave designations when multiple FXs are in use

• SELL—Grid-Interactive FX operations

• CAL—Adjusts voltage calibration measurements for improved operation

INVERTER MENU

The INVERTER screens allow adjusting the inverter’s operations to match the AC load and battery recharging requirements, including the search functions, low-battery cut-out, the FX’s output voltage, and resetting the FX to its factory default values.

ADV

choose device:

FX CC DC MATE

ADV/FX/PAGE 1-----------------

choose category:

ADV INV CHGR PG2

ADV/FX/INVERTER-------P00

search 6 sensitivity

DOWN INC DEC PORT

After entering the ADVANCED screens, press on the choose device screen.

Press .

INV

Use the search sensitivity screen to determine the size of an AC load needed for the FX to turn ON and leave SEARCH mode.

• Pressing decreases sensitivity (a bigger

INC

load is needed to turn the FX on)

• Pressing increases the sensitivity

DEC

which means a smaller load (less wattage) will turn the FX on

• Decreasing to zero disables SEARCH mode Press to view the search pulse length

DOWN

screen.

ADV/FX/INVERTER-------P00

search 8 cycles pulse length

DOWN INC DEC PORT

INC DEC

DOWN

search pulse spacing screen.

ADV/FX/INVERTER-------P00

search 60 cycles pulse spacing

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/INVERTER-------P00

low battery 10.5 vdc cut-out set point

DOWN INC DEC PORT

The search pulse spacing screen adjusts the amount of time the FX waits before producing additional AC pulses to sense a load. The higher the number of cycles, the lower the FX power consumption, but the longer it takes before AC loads are powered. The cycles range from 4 to 120 cycles (two seconds). Press to view

DOWN

the low battery cut-out screen.

low battery cut-out establishes when the FX turns

o to avoid draining the battery. If an AC source is available and AC INPUT is set to DROP, the FX will transfer the AC loads on the FX to the AC source. A built-in  ve-minute delay reduces nuisance FX shutdowns. This setting’s range is between 9.0VDC and 12.0VDC. Press

DOWN

to view the next INVERTER screen.

ADV/FX/INVERTER-------P00

low battery 12.5 vdc cut-in set point

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/INVERTER-------P00

adjust 230 vac output voltage

DOWN INC DEC PORT

The low battery cut-in set point determines when the FX will turn on after shutting o due to a low battery voltage. A 10-minute  xed delay reduces on and o system cycling. This setting’s range is between 10.0VDC and 14.0VDC. Press

DOWN

to view the adjust output voltage screen.

A user can adjust the inverter function’s output voltage using this screen. Adjustments might be necessary if some loads are far away from the FX or if some are sensitive to higher voltages. This setting’s range is between 220VAC and 250VAC.

DOWN

Press to view the next INVERTER screen.

ADV/FX/INVERTER-------------

reset FX to factory defaults

DOWN MORE

Use this screen to reset the FX to its factory default set points. This will cause all previous programming changes to be lost. Press to

choose the HUB port whose FX is to be reset and then press or, if no HUB is in use, press

. Press to skip resetting to factory

PORT

DOWN

defaults.

ADV/FX/INVERTER--P00

choose fx port then press next

EXIT PORT NEXT

ADV/FX/INVERTER----P00

p r e s s b u t t o n Ready

EXIT 1 2

ADV/FX/INVERTER--P00

press button 2 Ready

EXIT 1 2

ADV/FX/INVERTER--P00

press button 2 Done

EXIT 1 2

To reset to factory defaults, press

PORT

if a HUB is used until the chosen port number appears or press if this is a single FX

system.

To complete the reset, press the <1> soft key and then the <2> soft key.

Press to exit the INVERTER

EXIT

screens.

ADV/FX/INVERTER-------------

inverter programming completed

TOP ADV MAIN

Pressing returns to the beginning of the

TOP

ADV/FX/INVERTER menu.

ADV

returns to the ADVANCED screens and

displays the MAIN screen.

MAIN

CHARGER MENU

Each battery manufacturer has speci c recharging directions and guidelines. OutBack’s default values work for many batteries, but might not be the ideal settings. The CHARGER Menu allows these settings to be adjusted. Please refer to your manufacturer’s recommendations.

ADV

choose device:

FX CC DC MATE

ADV/FX/PAGE 1-----------------

choose category:

ADV INV CHGR PG2

ADV/FX/CHARGER---------P00

charger 7.0 aac limit

DOWN INC DEC PORT

From the ADVANCED menu, press .

Press .

CHGR

The charger limit is the maximum AC current the FX uses to charge the batteries. Depending on the FX model, the setting range is as low as

0.0 AAC to between 6.0AAC and 10.0AAC using and . Press

INC

D E C

DOWN

to continue in the CHARGER Menu.

ADV/FX/CHARGER---------P00

absorb 14.4 vdc set point

DOWN INC DEC PORT

The absorb set point is the  rst stage (BULK) recharging voltage for the batteries. This set point ranges from 13.0VDC to 16.0VDC as determined using and . Press to view

INC

DEC

DOWN

the absorb time limit screen.

ADV/FX/CHARGER---------P00

absorb 01.0 hrs time limit

DOWN INC DEC PORT

The absorb time limit must be long enough for the batteries to regain 95-100% of their charge. This time limit can be set between 0 hours and 24 hours using and . The FX auto-

INC

DEC

matically reduces this limit when it’s connected to a partially charged battery. Press to con-

DOWN

tinue in the CHARGER Menu.

ADV/FX/CHARGER---------P00

 oat 13.6 vdc set point

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/CHARGER---------P00

 oat 01.0 hrs time period

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/CHARGER---------P00

re oat 12.2vdc set point

DOWN INC DEC PORT

The  oat set point is the batteries’  nishing charge which completes the recharging process. This setting ranges from 12.0VDC to 15.0VDC. Press

DOWN

to continue.

The  oat time period is the amount of time—from 0 to 24 hours— the recharging process maintains the  oat set point. Larger batteries will probably require more time than smaller batteries. The recharging stops when the  oat time period is satis ed. Press to view the next screen.

DOWN

When the battery voltage falls below the re oat set point, a  oat cycle recharging starts. This can

act as a maintenance recharging or a recharging when intermittent DC loads are running and an AC source is available for recharging. This setting ranges between 12.0VDC and 13.0VDC. Press to view the next CHARGER screen.

DOWN

ADV/FX/CHARGER---------P00

equalize 14.6 vdc set point

DOWN INC DEC PORT

An occasional equalize charge helps destratify the batteries for a longer working life. Pressing

AC IN

the hot key leads to screens that begin the equalize charge. The equalize set point determines the recharging voltage, which can range between

14.0VDC and 17.0VDC (consult your battery manufacturer for a speci c voltage) using and . An equalize recharging should be

DEC

supervised until completed. Press to

DOWN

INC

continue.

ADV/FX/CHARGER---------P00

equalize 01.0 hrs time period

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/CHARGER-----------charger programming competed

TOP ADV MAIN

The equalize time period limits the equalizing recharge time. The timer begins advancing once the battery voltage exceeds the absorb voltage set point. When the equalize time period is met, the recharging stops. It is adjustable between 0 hours and 24 hours using and . Press

DOWN

to view the last CHARGER screen.

Pressing returns to the  rst ADV/FX/

TOP

INC

CHARGER screen. Pressing returns to the ADVANCED screen. Pressing brings up

DEC

ADV

MAIN

the MAIN screen.

GENERATOR MENU

OutBack FX and VFX Inverter/Chargers are programmed to use an AC generator as their default source of AC input. The CHARGER GEN screens allow a user to adjust the input voltage window and time

delay of the AC input.

ADV

choose device:

FX CC DC MATE

ADV/FX/PAGE 1-----------------

choose category:

ADV INV CHGR PG2

ADV/FX/PAGE 2-----------------

choose category:

From the ADVANCED screen, press .

Press .

Press to adjust the AC input set points

PG2

GEN

and operation.

PG1 GRID GEN PG3

ADV/FX/GEN---------------P00

gen input 0.5 min connect delay

DOWN INC DEC PORT

The gen input connect delay is the time period be- tween the FX’s recognizing an acceptable generator source of AC and connecting that source to AC loads. This delay allows the generator to warm up and has a range between 0.2 minutes and 15 minutes which are adjusted with and

DEC

. . Press to view the next GEN

DOWN

INC

screen.

ADV/FX/GEN---------------P00

ac2/gen 208 vac lower limit

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/GEN---------------P00

ac2/gen 270 vac upper limit

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/GEN---------------P00

ac2/gen 7.0 aac input limit

DOWN INC DEC PORT

The ac/2 gen lower limit is the lowest allowable voltage for the FX to connect to the generator. If the voltage falls below this limit, the FX will disconnect from the generator. This voltage value is adjusted using and for values between 80VAC and 220VAC. Press to

INC

DEC

DOWN

continue viewing the generator screens

The ac2/gen upper limit is the highest allowable voltage for the FX to remain connected to the generator. If the voltage is higher than this limit, the FX will disconnect from the generator. This voltage value is adjusted using and

INC

for values between 250VAC and 300VAC. Press to view the ac2/gen input limit screen.

DOWN

The ac2/gen input limit is the maximum current the FX can draw from a generator. When this limit is reached, the FX reduces its battery charging function to prevent overloading the generator. If the generator exceeds this limit, the FX will start blinking the red ERROR LED as a warning. This setting’s range is 1.0AAC to 30.0AAC, adjustable using using and . Press

INC DEC

DOWN

to continue.

ADV/FX/GEN---------------P00

ac2/gen 60 cycles transfer delay

DOWN INC DEC PORT

The ac2/gen transfer delay is the amount of time the FX remains connected to the generator after the AC input voltage drops below the ac2/gen lower limit setting. This setting is adjusted between 0 and 240 cycles using and Press the soft key to view the next GEN

DOWN

INC DEC

screen.

ADV/FX/GEN---------------P00

ac2/gen OFF support

DOWN OFF ON PORT

ADV/FX/GEN--------------------

GEN programming completed

TOP ADV MAIN

This feature is not operational at this time. Press

DOWN

to view the  nal GEN screen.

Pressing returns to the beginning of the ADV/FX/INVERTER menu. returns to the ADVANCED screens and displays the

TOP

ADV

MAIN

MAIN screen.

FX SERIES INVERTER/CHARGER PROGRAMMING

NOTE: Please see the International FX and VFX Series Inverter/Charger Installation Manual to install, wire,

and connect each FX. This programming manual assumes all FXs have been installed and are ready to program according to the way they were wired. If a di erent programming is desired, the FXs might require a di erent wiring con guration (see sample wiring diagrams in the FX and VFX Series Inverter/ Charger Installation Manual). To familiarize yourself with the programming concepts, please read through the entire manual before programming your system.

Up to ten o -grid FXs or three FXs in a three-phase system can be combined and wired or “stacked” for systems requiring more power. A user’s  nal loads and power needs determine which stacking con guration will work best.

• Stacking FXs does not refer to physically placing one FX on top of another, but to how they are wired within the system and then programmed for operation. Stacking allows all the FXs to work together as a single system.

• Stacking assigns the FXs to power individual legs of the system and to operate at certain times; this order is assigned using the MATE.

• NOTE: An OutBack MATE is required to recognize and program the FXs. When multiple FXs are used, each needs to be assigned a status—Master or Slave.

• The Master FX is the primary and most heavily used unit. The loads and demands of the system determine when and which Slaves are used. A Slave FX assists when the load demands are more than the Master FX can handle alone.

• This is an orderly process as long as the user assigns each FX correctly. It is mainly a matter of paying attention to the Port number for each FX when programming with the MATE.

Stacking Concerns

FXs should be wired and stacked appropriately to their individual power system. Problems can occur when:

• An FX is incorrectly wired.

• An FX plugged into a HUB Port is mistakenly programmed (assigned the wrong status) or misidenti ed.

• An easy rule to remember is any FX wired to a speci c phase or leg must be programmed to that

phase.

Stacking Options

The International Series FX and VFX Series Inverter/Chargers can be stacked in the following con gurations (see page 23).

1. OutBack Parallel

2. 3-Phase

Each stacking option has bene ts and should be chosen according to a user’s needs and individual power system. Consult with your dealer or installer to determine what will work best for you.

COMPONENTS AND CONNECTIONS:

1. With all AC and DC breakers OFF, connect all FXs to the HUB with individual lengths of CAT5 cable.

BYPASS

OUTPUT INPUT

AC Breakers O DC Breakers O

POWER HUB

10987654321

Slave FXs plug into Ports 02 and higher

OutBack Series Charge Controllers plug into any ports after the last FX is connected

The FX connected to Port 01 is always programmed as the Master

a) Connect the OutBack MATE after all other components, including

any OutBack Charge Controllers, have been connected and powered up.

b) Components installed after powering up the system will require

repolling the MATE (please see page 22).

c) With the MATE, a user assigns a status and stacking value to the FX

on each Port. These status and value assignments can be changed at anytime as long as the Master FX is plugged into HUB Port 01.

MATE

Port is not

operable

MATE

Mate

connects at

1st MATE Port

• “1-2ph Master” for one and twophase systems

• “3ph Master” for a 3-phase system

• The Master FX is always considered to be the leg one

phase.

NOTE: Pay attention to the Port number on the screen! Be sure the FX whose status and stacking value

you’re changing is the one you mean to change.

2. With the FXs connected to the HUB, turn only the DC breakers ON and power up the components. All AC breakers should be OFF.

NOTE:

For 3-phase stacking, the jumper in the HUB must be set to the 3- ph position. See the HUB User

Manual for further information.

BYPASS OUTPUT INPUT

AC Breakers O

DC Breakers On

LED Color LED Action LED Indicates

Green Solid GREEN Inverter ON Flashing GREEN Search Mode Standby

Off Inverter OFF

Yellow Solid YELLOW AC Source is Connected

Connect to the FX Off No AC Input Present

Red Solid RED Error-Error Message, dis- plays on the MATE Flashing RED Warning: Non-critical FX fault, the MATE can access this information

Flashing YELLOW

AC Input Live-Waiting to

NOTE: Powering up the FXs can cause the red ERROR STATUS light to blink. After 5-10 seconds, the green INVERTER light should be bright and the ERROR and AC IN lights dark. The FX is now producing AC output voltage.

3. After powering up the components, connect the MATE to the HUB.

a) Plug the MATE into the 1st MATE Port on the HUB. b) The MATE will power up and should recognize any component connected to the HUB. c) The MATE can then program the FXs. d) The  fth MATE screen (Port Assignment) should display all the FXs and any OutBack Charge Controllers

in the system.

MATE Screens

PATH

OutBack Code a.aa for Devices 1> FX 2> FX 3> CC 4> CC

Power 5> 6> 7> 8>

Systems Serial #xxxxxxxx HUB Found 9> 10> 2M> Screen EE b.bb

4. To verify the MATE recognizes each HUB connected FX and OutBack Charge Controller, disconnect and then either (a) reconnect the MATE to view its boot-up and repoll sequence or (b) follow this path to manually repoll:

PATH

AIN--------------------- SETUP------------------ SETUP/MATE/PAGE1 SETUP/MATE/PAGE2 SETUP/MATE/COMM

12.15:30p choose device: mate code rev: 402 choose category: choose category:

choose category:

SUM STATUS SETUP ADV FX MATE CLOCK CNT GLOW PG2 PG1 SUMRY COMM PG3 BACK REPOLL PC DEBUG

The FXs are now ready to be programmed according to the stacking options described in the next section.

STACKING OPTIONS

OutBack International Series FXs can be stacked in one of two con gurations:

1. OutBack Parallel

2. 3-Phase

NOTE: Although stacking 10 FXs is possible, OutBack’s AC hardware only accommodates con gurations of two, four, or eight FXs. A system with eight FXs would require two AC Input/Output Bypass (IOB) Breaker Kits or installing an external manual bypass; ten FXs would require three IOB kits or an external manual bypass.

1. Outback Parallel

• 2-10 FXs are wired to the same 230 VAC output leg or phase.

• The Slave FXs can be programmed to remain at di erent power levels (Silent or On depending on the need) to save energy; the Slaves will come on when the power demand requires them.

• This power-saving system is fully automatic and works with or without a MATE connected to the system, although a MATE is required to program the components. Without a MATE, the user cannot reprogram.

• The AC input (generator or grid) must be 230VAC.

3 kW 230 VAC 3 kW 230 VAC 3 kW 230 VAC

LOAD

9 kW

230 VAC

2. 3-Phase

• Three—and only three— FXs are connected, one to each of three 230 VAC output legs that produce 400 VAC between any two legs of the system.

• The HUB requires a jumper between the two Slave FXs for this stacking to function (see HUB Communications Manager User’s Manual).

• The AC input source (generator or grid) must be a 230VAC/400VAC 3-phase source.

LOAD

3 kW 230 VAC

Phase A 230 VAC

3kW

Phase B

230 VAC

3kW

Phase C 230 VAC

3kW

Any two

legs*

400 VAC

6kW

*A&B

A&C B&C

3-phase, all

three legs,

9kW

STACKING AND ASSIGNING FX STATUS

Use the MATE to establish the order or hierarchy of all the system FXs by designating each as one of the following:

• 1-2ph Master (OutBack Parallel, OutBack Series, or Classic Series stacking)

• Classic Slave (Classic Series stacking)

• OB (OutBack) Slave L1 (OutBack Parallel, OutBack Series, or OutBack Series/Parallel stacking)

• OB (OutBack) Slave L2 (OutBack Series or OutBack Series/Parallel stacking)

• 3ph Master (3-Phase stacking)

• 3ph Slave (3-Phase stacking)

NOTE: Some stacking options that appear on the MATE should not be used with an International Series FX or VFX and are marked as such in the text.

1. 1-2ph Master

• This is the default ranking of every FX. It applies to one-phase and two-phase systems.

• One Master FX is established for every multiple FX system.

2. Classic Slave

• Classic Slave is the designation of the second FX in a two-inverter, split-phase system that produces

400VAC without using an FW-X240 Auto Transformer.

• This FX is plugged into Port 02 of the HUB.

This stacking option is not to be used in the International Series FX or VFX.

OB Slave L1 and OB Slave L2 designations are used in OutBack Parallel Stacking or OutBack Series/ Parallel stacking

3. OB Slave L1

• In an OutBack Parallel single phase system, all the Slave FXs on a single 230 VAC leg are designated OB Slave L1.

• In an OutBack Series split phase system, which will include an FW-X240 or PSX-240 Auto Transformer, any FX that runs in parallel to the Master FX is designated OB Slave L1. These FXs must be plugged into the lowest HUB Ports.

• The OB Slave L1 Stacking is typically used for an entirely o -grid application such as a cabin that does not require 400 volts.

4. 3ph Master

• In 3-Phase stacking, the Master FX is designated as 3ph Master.

• 3ph Master and 3ph Slave designation are used in OutBack 3-Phase stacking.

5. 3ph Slave

• In 3-Phase stacking, each of the Slave FXs, which should be plugged into HUB Ports 02 (phase B) and

03 (phase C) respectively, is designated as 3ph Slave.

• When the HUB jumper is set between Port 02 and Port 03, the HUB identi es a phase for each Slave FX.

Stacking Phases/Assigning FX Status (in order):

1. 1-2ph Master

2. Classic Slave

3. OB Slave L1

4. OB Slave L-2

5. 3ph Master

6. 3ph Slave

PROGRAMMING THE FXS

Once the MATE recognizes each FX (and OutBack Charge Controller), push and hold the  rst two soft keys simultaneously to return to the MAIN menu. To program the FXs, go to the ADV/FX/STACK menu on the MATE navigating with the following steps:

MAIN--------------------------

Press the <ADV> soft key.

12:12:16A

SUM STATUS SETUP ADV

ADV/SETTINGS/WARNING

changes made could adversely a ect system performance

ADV/PASSWORD---------------

enter the password

132

NOTE: Pressing and holding the  rst two soft keys at the same time will always bring up the Main Menu screen.

Push any soft key on the ADV/SETTINGS/ WARNING screen and go to the ADV/PASSWORD screen.

The screen displays 132. Press the <INC> button until it scrolls to the password 141.

ENTER INC DEC EXIT

ADV/PASSWORD----------------

enter the password

141

ENTER INC DEC EXIT

Push the <ENTER> soft key.

ADV

choose device:

FX CC DC MATE

ADV/FX/PAGE 1-----------------

choose category:

ADV INV CHGR PG2

In the ADV menu, press the <FX> soft key.

On the ADV/FX/PAGE 1 screen, press the <PG2> soft key and go to the ADV/FX/PAGE2 screen.

ADV/FX/PG2---------------------

choose category:

PG1 GRID GEN PG3

ADV/FX/PAGE3------------------

choose category:

PG2 AUX STACK PG4

Press the <PG3> soft key which leads to the ADV/FX/PAGE3 screen.

On the ADV/FX/PAGE3 screen, press the <STACK> soft key.

ADV/FX/STACK--------P01

stack 1-2ph Master

phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Stacking the FX Series Inverter/Chargers begins on this screen. See speci c stacking procedures in the next section.

ADV/FX/STACK------------P01

stack 1-2ph Master phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Pressing the <INC> or <DEC> soft keys changes the stacking phase.

Port 01 always takes the Master FX.

Pressing the <PORT> soft key changes the HUB Port whose value you wish to adjust.

12PH MASTER

With the Port 01 FX as the Master, press the <PORT> soft key to change the remaining Ports and designate the remaining FXs as Slaves. The MATE screen for Port 02 will look like this:

ADV/FX/STACK---------P02

stack 1-2ph Master

phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/STACK----------P02

stack Classic Slave

phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

• The MATE is now ready to program the FX plugged into Port 2 of the HUB.

• 1-2ph Master is the factory default value for each FX.

Pressing the <INC> soft key will keep the MATE’s attention on Port 2, but will change the stack phase to Classic Slave screen. Port 02 will then be assigned as a Classic Slave.

You can change the stacking phase by pressing the <INC> or <DEC> soft keys and change to a di erent Port by continuously pushing the <PORT> soft key.

NOTE:

There are no <OK> or <DONE> commands in the stacking menu. Whichever value—Master or

Slave—shows up on the MATE screen will be assigned to the chosen Port (and FX) upon leaving that screen. It’s important to watch the Port number in the top right corner of each screen to be sure you’ve assigned it the desired status.

OUTBACK OB SLAVE

ADV/FX/STACK-----------P02

stack Classic Slave

phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Systems with two to ten FXs call for OutBack Slave Stacking. Press the <INC> soft key in the ADV/FX/STACK screen to change the stack phase from Classic Slave to OB Slave L1.

ADV/FX/STACK----------P02

stack OB Slave L1 phase

OB Slave 1 stacking phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

OUTBACK OB SLAVE L2

• Set the FXs you want as series slaves (Leg 2) to OB Slave L2.

• This FX is considered the L2 phase.

ADV/FX/STACK----------P02

stack OB Slave L1 phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/STACK----------P02

stack OB Slave L2 phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

3PHASE 3PH MASTER

To use OutBack Slave L2 Stacking, press the <INC> soft key in the ADV/FX/STACK OB screen to change the stack phase from OB Slave L1 to OB Slave L2.

The FX assigned to Port 02 now has OB Slave L2 status.

ADV/FX/STACK-----------P01

stack 1-2 ph Master phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Press four times

A 3-phase system with only three FXs requires one of two di erent stacking procedures. Starting from the  rst stacking menu—ADV/FX/STACK— press the <INC> soft key four times.

ADV/FX/STACK----------P01

stack 3ph Master phase

The FX has now been set to 3ph Master status.

DOWN INC DEC PORT

3PHASE 3PH SLAVE

• Set the two Slave FXs to 3ph Slave and make sure they are in Ports 02 and 03 of the HUB.

• There are no selections to di erentiate between phases B and C.

• When you set the jumper in the HUB for 3-phase, the HUB assigns each Slave to its phase. 3ph Slave on HUB Port 2 is considered phase B.

• 3ph Slave on HUB Port 3 is considered phase C.

ADV/FX/STACK----------P01

stack 3ph Master phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

From the 3-ph Master screen, press the <PORT> soft key until P02 appears.

ADV/FX/STACK----------P02

stack 1-2ph Master phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/STACK----------P02

stack 3ph Slave phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Each new Port screen in the stacking menu will open with 1-2ph Master displayed. To change the stacking designation, press the <INC> soft key until 3ph Slave appears.

After establishing P02 as a 3ph Slave, move onto P03 and repeat the procedure. Press the <DOWN> soft key when  nished.

INTRODUCTION TO POWER SAVE LEVELS

Depending on the model, each FX consumes 20-25 watts of power when it remains on, even if it isn’t actively inverting or charging. OutBack Power Systems o ers the option to shut down (put into Silent mode) some or all of the Slave FXs until the loads require them to come on again.

• When a load exceeds six amps AC, the Master FX shares the load with one or more Slave FXs.

• When the Master detects only a two amp load, a Slave FX goes into Silent mode; Slaves will continue

to go into Silent mode as long as the Master detects four amps.

The next two screens in the MATE’s Stack menu adjust the power levels of the Master and Slave FXs. From any STACK PHASE screen:

• Press the <DOWN> soft key once to bring up the power save level master adjust only screen

• Press the <DOWN> soft key again to bring up the power save level slave adjust only screen

NOTE:

These power save level master adjust only and power save level slave adjust only screens

pertain to systems that have OB Slave L1 and/or OB Slave L2 type slaves only.

ADV/FX/STACK-------------P01

(ANY SCREEN IN STACK PHASE)

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/STACK------------P01

power save level

master adjust only

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Press the <DOWN> soft key once.

Press the <INC> soft key to increase the power save level master adjust only value. Any Slave with this value or lower, which is assigned in the power save level slave adjust only screen (next), will be on with the Master. If the power save level master adjust only is three, for instance, any Slave assigned a value of 3 or lower will be on when the Master is on. Since the Master is essentially always ON, these Slaves will always be on as well. Any Slave with a value of 4 and higher will be Silent until the Master activates them for larger loads. For days of the week with small load demands, a user can decrease the power save level master adjust only value so fewer FXs are running. The default value is zero (only the Master is on).

Press <DOWN> to view the power save le vel slave adjust only screen.

ADV/FX/STACK------------P02

power save level 1

slave adjust only

DOWN INC DEC PORT

The default value for the power save level slave adjust only screen is 1. Press the <INC> or <DEC>

soft keys to adjust this value. Press the <PORT> soft key to change the value of each Slave FX.

• The Slave(s) must be connected to Port 2 or higher on the HUB.

• With the Master FX default value of zero in the power save level master adjust only screen, all of the Slave FX’s will remain OFF until the Master FX needs help and calls for the Slave FXs with “Slave Rank” equal to 1 to come ON.

• Choose a di erent “Slave Rank” for each Slave FX. This helps assure proper operation and allows them to come ON one at a time saving power in the long run. Otherwise, with a

default value of 1 for all Slaves, they will all

come on whenever a 12 amp load calls for more power, but then can quickly shut o because multiple FXs provide far more than the required 12 amps. Ranking them 1, 2, 3, 4 etc. means they will come on one at a time as needed to better serve the loads and conserve energy.

ADV/FX/STACK-----------------

stacking setup

completed

TOP ADV MAIN

Press the <DOWN> soft key to view the  nal stacking screen.

Press the <MAIN> soft key to return to the Main Menu.

POWERING UP

BYPASS OUTPUT INPUT

Verify the AC voltage output through the MATE following path:

With the programming completed, turn the AC output breakers ON with the AC BYPASS on the AC breaker panel switched to NORMAL.

PATH

MAIN--------------------- SETUP------------ STATUS/FX/PAGE1---------- Float P00 STATUS/FX/METER—P00

12.15:30p choose device: choose category: inv 0.0Kw zer 0.0kw output 230 vac chg 0.0kw buy 0.0kw voltage

SUM STATUS SETUP ADV

FX CC DC MAIN

MODES METER BATT PG2

DOWN STATUS PORT DOWN UP TOP PORT

BYPASS OUTPUT INTPUT

Turn the AC input breakers ON.

If the FX’s AC source is available, the yellow AC IN STATUS light will blink. The FX will connect to the utility grid when the voltage is within 200-260 VAC and the frequency between 45-55 Hz. After about 30 seconds, the AC IN light should stop blinking and stay lit. The FX will now perform a battery charge using the available AC.

STACKING SYSTEM EXAMPLES

OutBack Parallel Stacking

• Four FXs in a single system are referred to as a Quad Stack.

• The FX installed at the bottom of the stack is plugged into Port 1 of the HUB.

• The second, third, and fourth FXs are plugged into Ports 2, 3, and 4 respectively.

PRESS <INC> UNTIL 141, THEN PRESS ENTER.

MAIN----------------------

8:25:04A

SUM STATUS SETUP ADV

ADV----------------------------

choose a device:

FX CC DC MATE

ADV/FX/PAGE3---------------

choose category:

PG2 AUX STACK PG4

ADV/FX/STACK----------P03

stack OB Slave L1 phase

ADV/SETTINGS/WARNING

changes made could adversely a ect system performance

ADV/FX/PAGE 1--------------

choose category:

ADV INV CHGR PG2

ADV/FX/STACK---------P01

stack 1-2ph Master phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Push the <PORT> soft key until Port 01 appears.

ADV/FX/STACK---------P04

stack OB Slave L1 phase

ADV/PASSWORD-------------

enter the password

132

ENTER INC DEC EXIT

ADV/FX/PG2-----------------

choose category:

PG1 GRID GEN PG3

ADV/FX/STACK-----------P02

stack 1-2ph Master phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Press the <PORT> soft key until Port 02 appears. Press the <INC> soft key twice until the stack phase ob slave L1 screen appears.

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Press the <PORT> soft key until Port 03 appears. Press the <INC> soft key twice until the stack phase ob slave L1 screen appears.

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Press the <PORT> soft key until Port 04 appears. Press the <INC> soft key twice until the stack phase ob slave L1 screen appears.

At completion, each Slave FX in Ports 2, 3, and 4 will be in parallel with the Master in Port 01. Additional Slaves can also be programmed as OB Slave L1 following the instructions above. All the Slave FXs connected to Ports 2, 3, and 4 are now in parallel with the Master in Port 01. Remain in this screen. The next step is to rank the Slaves in relation to the Master.

RANKING THE SLAVES

Start from the last ADV/FX/STACK screen.

ADV/FX/STACK----------P04

stack OB Slave L1 phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Press the <DOWN> soft key 2 times to the power save level slave adjust only menu.

ADV/FX/STACK---------P03

power save level 1 slave adjust only

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Press the <INC> soft key to change the power save level Slave adjust only to 2 which is the 2nd rank Slave.

ADV/FX/STACK----------P04

power save level 1 slave adjust only

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Press the <PORT> soft key until P02 is displayed. This menu pertains to the Slaves only. The default setting should be 1 which is the 1st rank Slave. If necessary, press the <INC> or <DEC> soft keys to make it 1.

ADV/FX/STACK---------P03

power save level 2 slave adjust only

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Press the <PORT> soft key until P04 is displayed.

ADV/FX/STACK---------P02

power save level 1 slave adjust only

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Press the <PORT> soft key until P03 is displayed.

ADV/FX/STACK--------P04

power save level 1 slave adjust only

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Press the <INC> soft key until the setting is 3 for 3rd rank Slave.

ADV/FX/STACK---------P04

power save level 3 slave adjust only

DOWN INC DEC PORT

The Slaves are now ranked. Any remaining Slaves can be ranked in the same fashion. When  nished ranking the Slaves, remain in this screen for the next procedure

After setting up your OutBack Parallel Stacking and establishing the Master and Slave order, shut o all the AC input and output breakers and check your system via the following MATE screens:

ADV/FX/STACK---------P04

power save level 3 slave adjust only

DOWN INC DEC PORT

From the ADV/FX/STACK power save level slave adjust only screen, press the <DOWN> soft key, the <TOP> soft key, and then the <DOWN> soft key.

ADV/FX/STACK----------P04

power save level 0 master adjust only

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Verify this is the power save level master adjust only screen. Press

the <PORT> soft key until P01 appears on the screen. Turn on all of your FX AC Output breakers. The Master FX’s “INVERTER” LED should be solid and all the Slaves “INVERTER” LED’s should be blinking.

ADV/FX/STACK---------------

stacking setup completed

TOP ADV MAIN

ADV/FX/STACK---------P01

power save level 1 master adjust only

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Press the <INC> soft key to adjust the power save level master adjust only from 0 to 1 and watch the 1st Slave’s “INVERTER” LED go solid. When the “INVERTER” LED is on solid, this means that the inverter is on. When the “INVERTER” LED on the Slave is blinking, this means the FX is asleep.

ADV/FX/STACK---------P04

stack OB Slave L1 phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/STACK--------P01

power save level 2 master adjust only

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Press the <INC> soft key once to

adjust the power save level master adjust only to 2 and watch the

2nd Slave’s “INVERTER” LED turn on

ADV/FX/STACK---------P01

power save level 3 master adjust only

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Press the <INC> soft key once to adjust the power save level master adjust only to 3 and watch the 3rd Slave’s “INVERTER” LED turn on. If the system has more than three Slaves, keep increasing the value in the power save level master adjust only screen and verify that each Slave’s “INVERTER” LED comes on as expected. This check veri es all FXs are stacked correctly.

ADV/FX/STACK--------P01

power save level 0 master adjust only

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Adjust the power save level master adjust only to 0 by pressing the

<DEC> soft key.

3-Phase Stacking (Three FX Series Inverter/Chargers Only)

A 3-phase stacked system with only three FXs must be set up as described here:

• Turn o all AC output and AC input breakers before powering up FXs.

• Plug the top FX into Port 01 of the HUB, the 2nd FX into Port 02, and the 3rd FX into Port 03.

• Change the HUB jumper for 3-phase stacking (refer to the HUB manual).

• Go to the  rst MATE stacking menu (Stack Phase) press the <PORT> soft key until Port 01 appears.

• Set the Stack Phase of the Port 01 FX to 3ph Master by pressing the <INC> soft key. The Master FX is considered phase A.

• Press the <PORT> soft key and verify P02 (2nd FX) displays.

• Press the <INC> soft key  ve times to set the Stack Phase to 3ph Slave. The P02 FX is now set as phase B, producing 400VAC between itself and the Master (P01).

• Press the <PORT> soft key again and verify P03 (3rd FX) is displayed.

• Push the <INC> soft key  ve times to set the Stack Phase to 3ph Slave. This FX (P03) is now set as phase C, producing 400VAC between itself and the master (P01) and also 400VAC between itself and the FX on phase B.

NOTE: The AC input to a 3-phase system must be a 3-phase source (generator or grid).

MAIN------------------------- 8:25:04A

SUM STATUS SETUP ADV

ADV----------------------------

choose a device:

FX CC DC MATE

ADV/FX/PAGE3---------------

choose category:

PG2 AUX STACK PG4

ADV/SETTINGS/WARNING

changes made could adversely a ect system performance

ADV/FX/PAGE 1-------------

choose category:

ADV INV CHGR PG2

ADV/FX/STACK -------P01

stack 1-2ph Master phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

PRESS <INC> UNTIL 141, THEN PRESS ENTER

ADV/PASSWORD---------------

enter the password

132

ENTER INC DEC EXIT

ADV/FX/PAGE2--------------

choose category:

PG1 GRID GEN PG3

ADV/FX/STACK--------P01

stack 3ph Master

DOWN INC DEC PORT

PRESS INC FOUR TIMES

ADV/FX/STACK--------P02

stack 1-2ph Master phase

ADV/FX/STACK--------P02

3ph Slave

ADV/FX/STACK--------P03

stack 1-2ph Master phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

PRESS INC FIVE TIMES

ADV/FX/STACK---------P03

stack 3ph Slave phase

DOWN INC DEC PORT

PRESS DOWN THREE TIMES

DOWN INC DEC PORT

PRESS INC FIVE TIMES

AUXILIARY AUX FUNCTIONS

The AUX output provides a 12VDC, 0.7ADC max output at the AUX terminals to control DC or AC external loads. Typical loads include signaling a generator system to start, sending a fault alarm signal, or running a small fan to cool the FX.

MAIN--------------------------

Press the <ADV> soft key.

12:12:16A

SUM STATUS SETUP ADV

ADV/SETTINGS/WARNING

changes made could adversely a ect system performance

NOTE: Pressing and holding the  rst two soft keys at the same time will always bring up the Main Menu screen.

Push any soft key on the ADV/SETTINGS/ WARNING screen and go to the ADV/PASSWORD screen.

ADV/PASSWORD

enter the password

132

ENTER INC DEC EXIT

ADV/PASSWORD

enter the password

141

ENTER INC DEC EXIT

The screen displays <132>. Press the <INC> soft key until it scrolls to the password 141.

Push the <ENTER> soft key.

ADV

choose device:

FX CC DC MATE

ADV/FX/PAGE 1 ----------------

choose category:

ADV INV CHGR PG2

In the ADV menu, press the <FX> soft key.

On the ADV/FX/PAGE 1 screen, press the <PG2> soft key and go to the ADV/FX/PAGE2 screen.

ADV/FX/PG2---------------------

choose category:

PG1 GRID GEN PG3

ADV/FX/PAGE3-----------------

choose category:

PG2 AUX STACK PG4

Press the <PG3> soft key which leads to the ADV/FX/PAGE3 screen.

On the ADV/FX/PAGE3 screen, press the <AUX> soft key to adjust the AUX output set points and operation.

ADV/FX/AUX--------------P00

aux output AUTO

control

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/AUX--------------P00

aux output Cool Fan function

DOWN INC DEC PORT

Pressing the <INC> or <DEC> soft keys changes the stacking phase.

Selecting the <INC> or <DEC> soft keys changes the mode of the AUX.

• AUTO allows the AUX to perform a selected AUX OUTPUT FUNCTION, determined in the following screens.

• OFF disables the AUX.

• ON activates the AUX regardless of the

selected function. Press the <DOWN> soft key to select on an AUX OUTPUT FUNCTION

There are nine AUX OUTPUT FUNCTIONS:

• Cool Fan

• Divert DC

• Divert AC

• AC Drop

• Vent Fan

• Fault

• GenAlert

• Load Shed

• Remote

Pressing either the <INC> or <DEC> soft key will bring up another AUX OUTPUT FUNCTION.

LIST OF AUX FUNCTIONS

• Cool Fan activates the standard TurboFan which cools the FX during an over temperature condition.

• Divert DC and Divert AC allows the AUX to divert excess renewable energy to a DC or AC load,

respectively. This allows control of energy sources such as wind turbines or hydro-generators. When using Divert AC, the AUX output will shut o if the inverter is overloaded.

• AC Drop is activated when an AC power source disconnects from an FX. An indicator, such as an alarm, connected to the AUX warns a user that AC power is no longer available.

• Vent Fan provides 0.7 amps to run a 12VDC fan for removing hydrogen from the battery compartment. Vent Fan can operate automatically when the VENTFAN ON voltage set point is exceeded or it can operate intermittently by adjusting the VENTFAN OFF PERIOD.

• In Fault mode, the AUX can send an alarm signal via radio, pager, or telephone device when the FX enters into an error condition. Fault mode can also be used to log error conditions by triggering an event recording device.

• GenAlert, through a 12VDC relay, will tell the system to start a two-wire type generator when the battery voltage falls below a certain set point. GenAlert can be adjusted according to the short fall battery voltage, the amount of time spent at this voltage, the recharged voltage and amount of time at this voltage before GenAlert is de-energized.

• Load Shed energizes the AUX the reduce the load demand on the batteries and the inverter function, thus acting as a load management system.

• Setting the AUX to Remote allows a message sent through the serial Port on the MATE to switch the AUX on and o .

NOTE: that using Advanced Generator Start (AGS) overrides any programmed AUX function.

ADJUSTABLE AUX OUTPUT FUNCTIONS

There are four AUX functions whose settings can be adjusted by the user:

•

Diversion

•

Vent Fan

•

GenAlert Load Shed

•

ADV/FX/AUX-------------P00

aux output O control

DOWN INC DEC PORT

From the aux output control screen, press the <DOWN> soft key

ADV/FX/AUX-------------P00

aux output Remote function

DOWN INC DEC PORT

From the Remote aux output function screen, press the <DOWN> soft key. This will bring up the  rst of several screen used to adjust which ever mode you have chosen for the AUX function.

ADV/FX/AUX---------------P00

genalert 11.5vdc on set point

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/AUX---------------P00

genalert 4 minutes on delay

DOWN INC DEC PORT

The genalert on set point screen shows the voltage--whose range is between 10.0VDC and

14.0VDC, adjusted with the <INC> and <DEC> soft keys--at which the AUX is energized in genalert mode. Press the <DOWN> soft key to view the genelert on delay screen.

The genalert on delay is the amount of time the battery voltage must remain below the genalert set point before the AUX is energized. This allows for brief periods of heavy load usage and has a range of 0-240 minutes in one minute increments, adjustable with the <INC> and <DEC> soft keys. Press the <DOWN> soft key to bring up the genalert o set point screen.

ADV/FX/AUX---------------P00

genalert 14.0 vdc o set point

DOWN INC DEC PORT

In genalert mode, the AUX de-energizes when the genalert o set point is reached. This set point’s range is between 12.0VDC and 18.0VDC and is adjusted in 0.1 VDC increments using the <INC> and <DEC> soft keys. Press the <DOWN> soft key to view the genalert o delay screen.

ADV/FX/AUX--------------P00

genalert 9 min o delay

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/AUX---------------P00

loadshed 11.0 vdc o set point

DOWN INC DEC PORT

ADV/FX/AUX--------------P00

ventfan 13.0 vdc on set point

DOWN INC DEC PORT

After a battery has recharged or returned to

the genalert o set point, genalert o delay

determines the amount of time the generator

remains on to assure the battery has been more

fully recharged. The user can adjust this time

from 0-240 minutes in using the <INC> and <DEC>

soft keys. Press the <DOWN> soft key to view the

loadshed o set point screen.

The loadshed o set point is the battery voltage

which triggers the AUX to reduce the inverter

and battery loads. When the battery voltage

drops below this value for three seconds, the

AUX powers a DC coil relay to disconnect an AC

load. Once triggered, loadshed remains on for at

least three minutes. The loadshed o set point

is adjustable from10 VDC-14VDC using the <INC> and

<DEC> soft keys. Press the <DOWN> soft key to bring

up the ventfan on set point.

Recharging causes batteries to emit mostly hydrogen

gas. When the AUX is set to ventfan, a fan ventilates

a battery enclosure. The ventfan on set point establishes

the battery voltage which energizes the AUX and thus

the fan for a one minute period. The voltage setting has

a range of 10.0VDC-16.0VDC in 0.1 VDC increments

using the <INC> and <DEC> soft keys. Press the

<DOWN> soft key to view the ventfan o period screen.

ADV/FX/AUX--------------P00

ventfan o 5 min period

DOWN INC DEC PORT

If a ventilation fan is only needed intermittently,

the ventfan o period shuts the fan o for a user-

determined time before starting up again for a one-

minute period when the battery voltage exceeds the

ventfan on set point. This o period can be set from

0-30 minutes using the <INC> and <DEC> soft keys.

Setting this period to zero will keep the fan running

the entire time the battery voltage is high enough to

activate the ventfan function. Setting it to  ve minutes

means the fan will run for one minute and then shut

o for  ve minutes until the battery voltage drops and

the fan is no longer needed. Press the <DOWN> soft

key to view the diversion on set point screen.

ADV/FX/AUX---------------P00

diversion 14.6 vdc on set point

DOWN INC DEC PORT

After deciding on Divert DC or Divert AC in the AUX output function screen, use the diversion on set point screen to choose the voltage which will activate this function. This value can range from

12.0VDC-16.0VDC and can be adjusted in 0.1 VDC increments using the <INC> and <DEC>soft keys. Press the <DOWN> soft key to view the diversion o delay screen.

ADV/FX/AUX--------------P00

diversion 30 sec o delay

DOWN INC DEC PORT

The diversion o relay determines how long the AUX will be energized after the battery voltage which caused the diversion falls below the diver sion on set point. This relay can range from 0-240 seconds in one-second increments as adjusted with the <INC> and <DEC> soft keys. Press the

<DOWN> soft key to view the  nal aux output setup completed screen.

ADV/FX/AUX----------------

aux output

setup completed

TOP ADV MAIN

BATTERY CHARGING

Keeping your battery bank energized is very important. Although a battery bank can last for many years if properly cared for, it can also be ruined in a short period of time if neglected.

Battery Charging Set Points

To preserve your batteries, always follow your battery manufacturer’s recommendations using the following information:

• Absorb Voltage • Float Voltage • Equalize Voltage • Recommended Depth of Discharge (DOD)

Absorb, Float and Equalize voltage set points are programmed using the OutBack MATE.

MAINTENANCE

Please contact OutBack Power Systems Technical Services for any FX repairs due to malfunctions or damage.

For routine, user-approved maintenance:

• Disconnect all circuit breakers and related electrical connections before doing any cleaning or adjustments.

• Solar modules may produce hazardous voltages when exposed to light; cover them with opaque material

before servicing any connected equipment.

• If a remote or automatic generator start system is used, disable the automatic starting circuit and/or disconnect

the generator from its starting battery while servicing it to prevent starting while servicing.

BATTERY CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS

Battery Charging Set Points

Recharging set points are programmed using the OutBack MATE in the ADV/FX/CHARGER screens. The MATE comes set with default charging values found in the CHARGER menu (see page 13). These values might not be the best for your speci c batteries and can result in uneven recharging. To preserve your batteries, always follow your battery manufacturer’s recommendations using the following information:

• Absorb Voltage* • Float Voltage • Equalize Voltage** • Recommended Depth of Discharge (DOD)

*For longer generator life and a shorter absorb time period, OutBack recommends using the manufacturer’s maximum absorb voltage. ** Batteries should not be discharged over 50%. Flooded lead-acid should be equalized, or fully charged, every 1-6 months depending on their use in order to maintain full recharging capability. Sealed batteries are not equalized (refer to manufacturer’s instructions). Equalizing is done using the MATE at user selected intervals; it is not an automatic function.

Battery Charging Sequence

The FX connects to an AC source in 30 seconds (default setting). The AC voltage passes through the FX AC transfer switch and then (1) powers any AC loads connected to the FX AC output terminals and

(2) begins a battery charging sequence.

BULK ABSORB SILENT FLOAT FLOAT SILENT FLOAT FLOAT SILENT TIME INITIATED TIME INITIATED TIME

ABSORB VOLTAGE

FLOAT VOLTAGE

REFLOAT

VOLTAGE

V O L T A G E

G S

O N*

A G S

O F F**

TIME

* MATE setting ** Auto Gen Start only

NOTE: When the optional Remote Temperature Sensore (RTS) is used, the ABSORB, FLOAT, and EQUALIZE set points are temperature compensated; the REFLOAT voltage, generator-start set points and low-battery voltage initializations are not.

Battery Charging Sequence

1. BULK

• FX uses as much AC current as possible to raise the battery voltage to ABSORB (time period for BULK charging varies) voltage level.

2. ABSORB

• FX uses as much AC as necessary to maintain the ABSORB voltage for the ABSORB TIME (default is one hour), decreasing the AC current as the ABSORB charge continues.

3. SILENT

• The  rst SILENT mode follows ABSORB. During this time, the FX charging operation stops, but continues monitoring the battery voltage.

NOTE: If a generator has automatically started during a low-voltage condition using AGS (please see the MATE manual), the FX will shut it o after the ABSORB TIME period.

4. REFLOAT

• If a generator has been manually started or a utility grid is connected, the FX allows thebattery voltage to drop to the REFLOAT voltage and then begins a FLOAT charge.

5. FLOAT

• During the FLOAT stage, the battery voltage rises to the FLOAT SET POINT for the FLOAT TIME LIMIT. The FLOAT stage is intended to maintain batteries with connected DC loads. If there are no DC loads, the battery voltage will usually remain above the REFLOAT voltage set point.

6. SILENT

• After the FLOAT TIME LIMIT (default is one hour), the FX returns to SILENT mode until the

battery voltage drops to its REFLOAT voltage again. The FX then repeats the FLOAT charge

for the FLOAT TIME period. The FX will continue this SILENT, REFLOAT, and FLOAT cycle until the AC source is disconnected.

Charging Constraints

• Rated Continuous AC Generator Current: Using the MATE, a user can set the AC/2 GEN LIMIT, which is

the maximum continuous AC generator current (at 230VAC). When the combined AC current used by the FX’s charger and the loads connected to the FX’s AC output exceed the AC/2 GEN LIMIT, the FX will reduce the AC current used by the charger to ensure the generator does not overload.

• Low AC Input Voltage: The FX has minimum and maximum voltage settings for the AC input source to ensure downstream loads are not damaged by high or low voltage. If the FX is charging and passing AC through, the voltage can be dragged down to the FX’s LOW VOLTAGE LIMIT. If this occurs, the FX reduces the charger to sustain an acceptable charge. If the FX goes below the LOW VOLTAGE LIMIT, it will disconnect the AC input source and cease charging.

NOTE: Some generators can be adjusted to raise their low voltage settings.

• External DUMP LOAD is Limiting Battery Voltage: Wind turbines and micro-hydro systems can produce very high voltages depending on wind and water velocity. These voltages can damage batteries. Battery-determined DUMP LOADS bleed o this excess voltage. The DUMP voltage can be below the target voltage (ABSORB, FLOAT, or EQUALIZE) the FX is trying to reach, preventing the FX from reaching these voltage set points. The FX will continue to charge while the DUMP load continues to absorb voltage. This wastes both generator and grid power. To prevent this, reduce the FX’s target voltage to slightly below the DUMP voltage or raise the DUMP voltage to just above the FX’s target voltage (this value should be such that it does not overcharge the batteries).

• AC Input Voltage is Di erent on AC Input Legs: In split phase and three phase systems, there are often slightly di erent voltages present on each leg. This is more likely to occur with generator-supplied AC. If one leg’s AC voltage is reduced to its FX’s AC LOW VOLTAGE LIMIT, that FX will reduce its charging current so it will not disconnect from the AC input source. The remaining FXs on other AC input legs will not reduce their charging rates unless they also reach a LOW VOLTAGE LIMIT situation.

• Temperature Limit is Reached: If an FX becomes too hot to operate properly, it will back o the charger until the temperature drops to a safer level. An FX that is very hot to the touch and charging less vigorously than usual is operating properly.

• Battery Voltage Target is Reached: A single FX will back o its charging operation when it reaches its target ABSORB, FLOAT, or EQUALIZE voltage. In a multiple FX system, the SLAVE FXs will back o  rst, leaving the MASTER to  nish the charging.

Correction Factor

FX Default Values (subject to change with FX upgrades)

• 24VDC: Multiply 12VDC values by 2

• 32VDC: Multiply 12VDC values by 2.64

• 48VDC: Multiply 12VDC values by 4

12 VDC System DEFAULT MINIMUM MAXIMUM

Float Voltage 13.6V 12V 15V

Absorb Voltage 14.4V 13V 16V

EQ Voltage 14.4V 14V 17V

ReFloat 12.5V 11V 13V

LBCO 10.5V 9V 12V

LBCI 12.5V 10V 14V

Sell RE 13V 10V 15V

Gen Alert

O Set Point 14V 12V 18V

On Set Point 11V 10V 14V

Load Shed O Set Point 11V 10V 14V

Vent Fan ON Set Point 13V 10V 16V

Diversion ON Set Point 14.6V 12V 16V

Absorb Time 1.0 hours 0.0 hours 24.0 hours

EQ Time 1.0 hours 0.0 hours 24.0 hours

Float Time 1.0 hours 0.0 hours 24.0 hours

AC2/Gen Transfer Delay (Cycles for AC)

Search 6 0 50

Grid Lower Limit 207V 80V 220V

Grid Upper Limit 270V 250V 300V

Grid Connect Delay .5 min .2 min 15.0 min

DROP or USE USE N/A N/A

Charger OFF/AUTO/ON AUTO

AUX Output Option COOL FAN

Gen Alert ON Delay 4 min 0 min 240 min

Gen Alert OFF Delay 9 min 0 min 240 min

Vent Fan OFF Delay 5 min 0 min 30 min

Gen Window Lower Limit 208V 80V 220V

Gen Upper Window Limit 270V 250V 300V

AC1/Grid Transfer Delay (Cycles of AC)

Set AUX Control AUTO

Search Pulses 8 2 20

Search Pulse Spacing (Cycles AC)

60 cycles* (*20 for Grid-Tie)

6 0 240

60 4 120

0 cycles 240 cycles

Stacking Phase 1 or 2 phase

InPut Select Master Gen

Charge Rates

Vented 24 & 48 VDC 9 AAC 0 AAC 10 AAC

Vented 12 VDC 6 AAC 0 AAC 7 AAC

Sealed 24 & 48 VDC 5 AAC 0 AAC 7 AAC

Sealed 12 VDC 5 AAC 0 AAC 6 AAC

Grid Input Settings

Set AC Input Size 28 Amp 5 Amp 30 Amp

Gen Input Settings 28 2 30

Set VAC 230V 210V 240V

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION

FX Series Inverter/Charger Products

OutBack Power Systems, Inc. (“OutBack”) provides a two year (2) limited warranty (“Warranty”) against defects

in materials and workmanship for its FX/VFX Series Inverter/Charger products (“Product(s)”) if installed in  xed

location applications.

The term of this Warranty begins on the Product(s) date of manufacture or the initial purchase date as indicated

on the warranty registration card submitted to OutBack, whichever is greater. This Warranty applies to the

original OutBack Product(s) purchaser, and is traansferable only if the Product(s) remains installed in the original

use location. The warranty does not apply to any Product(s) or Product(s) part that has been modi ed or

damaged by the following:

• Installation or Removal;

• Alteration or Disassembly;

• Normal Wear and Tear;

• Accident or Abuse;

• Corrosion;

• Lightning;

• Repair or service provided by an unauthorized repair facility;

• Operation contrary to manufacturer product instructions;

• Fire, Floods or Acts of God;

• Shipping or Transportation;

• Incidental or consequential damage caused by other components of the power system;

• Any product whose serial number has been altered, defaced or removed; or

• Any other event not foreseeable by OutBack.

OutBack’s liability for any defective Product(s), or any Product(s) part, shall be limited to the repair or

replacement of the Product(s), at OutBack’s discretion. OutBack does not warrant or guarantee workmanship

performed by any person or  rm installing its Product(s). This Warranty does not cover the costs of installation,

removal, shipping (except as described below), or reinstallation of Product(s).

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To request warranty service, you must contact OutBack Technical Services at 360.435.6030 (North America),

+34.93.654.9568 (Europe), or support@outbackpower.com within the e ective warranty period. OutBack

Technical Support will attempt to troubleshoot the product and validate that the failure is product related. If

warranty service is required, OutBack will issue a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. A request for an

RMA number requires all of the following information:

1. Proof-of-purchase in the form of a copy of the original Product(s) purchase invoice or receipt con rming the

Product(s) model number and serial number;

2. Description of the problem; and

3. Shipping address for the repaired or replacement equipment.

After receiving the RMA number, pack the Product(s) authorized for return, along with a copy of the original

purchase invoice, in the original Product(s) shipping container(s) or packaging providing equivalent protection

and mark the outside clearly with the RMA number. The sender must prepay all shipping charges to the agreed

upon OutBack Power Systems location, and insure the shipment, or accept the risk of loss or damage during

shipment. OutBack is not responsible for shipping damage caused by improperly packaged Products, the repairs

this damage might require, or the costs of these repairs. If, upon receipt of the Product(s), OutBack determines

the Product(s) is defective and that the defect is covered under the terms of this Warranty, OutBack will then

and only then ship a repaired or replacement Product(s) to the purchaser freight prepaid, non-expedited, using a

carrier of OutBack’s choice, where applicable.

The warranty period of any repaired or replacement Product is twelve (12) months from the date of shipment

from OutBack, or the remainder of the initial warranty term, which ever is greater.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO OUTBACK PRODUCTS. OUTBACK

EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ITS PRODUCTS, INCLUDING BUT

NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

OUTBACK ALSO EXPRESSLY LIMITS ITS LIABILITY IN THE EVENT OF A PRODUCT DEFECT TO REPAIR OR

REPLACEMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND EXCLUDES ALL LIABILITY

FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY LIABILITY FOR

PRODUCTS NOT BEING AVAILABLE FOR USE OR LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS, EVEN IF IT IS MADE AWARE OF SUCH

POTENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES (OR JURISDICTIONS) MAY NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF

WARRANTIES OR DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

REGISTRATION

and return it to:

Outback Power Systems Inc. 19009 62nd Ave. NE Arlington, WA 98223

NOTE: Please submit a copy (not the original) of the Product purchase invoice, which con rms the date and location of purchase, the price paid, and the Product Model and Serial Number.

Complete this form to request a Limited Warranty,

Two Year Limited FX Warranty Registration

System Owner

Name: _______________________________ Country: ______________________________ Address: ______________________________ Telephone Number: ______________________ City, State, Zip Code: ____________________ E-mail: ________________________________

Product

Product(s) Model Numbet(s): ______________ Sold by: _______________________________ Product(s) Serial Number(s):_______________ Purchase Date:

Please circle the three most important factors a ecting your purchase decision:

• Price • Product Reputation • Product Features

• Reputation of OutBack Power Systems • Value

System

System Install/Commission Date: __________ Total Nominal System AC Output in KW:______ Nominal System AC Voltage: ______________ System Battery Bank Size (Amp Hours):_______ Type of Batteries: _______________________

Are you using a generator with this system? (Circle One): Yes No If yes, please list the make and model: __________ If yes, is the generator’s output is (Circle One): AC DC

Installer

Name (If Applicable): ____________________ Address: ______________________________ City, State, Zip: _________________________ E-mail: ________________________________ Contractor Number:_____________________

*Extended Warranty OutBack Power Systems o ers an optional three (3) year extension to the standard two (2) year Limited Warranty for the FX/VFX Series Inverter/Charger product. To request a 3-year Limited Warranty extension for a total e ective warranty coverage period of  ve (5) years; include a check or money order in the amount of $300USD payable to OutBack Power Systems, Inc. along with your Warranty Registration. Revision.2008-04-01

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Corporate Headquarters

19009 62nd Avenue NE Arlington, WA 98223 USA Phone: (+1) 360.435.6030

European Sales O ce

C/ Castelló, 17

08830 - Sant Boi de Llobregat

BARCELONA, España

Phone: +34.93.654.9568

www.outbackpower.com

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