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RC/GS
RC7
RC/GS Remote Control/Gen Starting
Owner’s Manual
RV Series
Remote Control
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RC-GS_manual.book Page i Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM RV Series Remote Controls RC/GS, RC7 Owner’s Manual
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RC-GS_manual.book Page ii Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM 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
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RC-GS_manual.book Page iii Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM About This Manual Purpose The purpose of this Owner’s Manual is to provide explanations and procedures for installing and operating the RV Series Remote Controls—RC/GS and RC7. Scope The Manual provides safety guidelines, planning and setup information, installation procedures, as well as information about operating the unit. It also contains information about configuring and operating the RV Series Inverter/Charger with the RC/G
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RC-GS_manual.book Page iv Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM About This Manual 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. Related Information You can find mo
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RC-GS_manual.book Page v Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM Important Safety Instructions WARNING: Save these instructions This Owner’s Manual contains important safety and operating instructions. Before using your RV Series Remote Control, be sure to read, understand, and save these safety instructions. WARNING: Restrictions on use The RC/GS or RC7 shall not be used in connection with life support systems or other medical equipment or devices. General Precautions 1. Before installing and usin
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RC-GS_manual.book Page vi Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM Safety Explosive gas precautions WARNING: Explosion hazard This equipment is not ignition protected. To prevent fire or explosion, do not install the RC/GS or RC7 in compartments containing flammable materials or in locations that require ignition- protected equipment. This includes any space containing gasoline- powered machinery, fuel tanks, as well as joints, fittings, or other connections between components of the fuel system. vi
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RC-GS_manual.book Page vii Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM Contents Important Safety Instructions- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - v 1 Introduction Features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2 Indicators and Controls - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4 2 Installation Installing the RC/GS and RC7 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6 Materials and tools required - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6
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RC-GS_manual.book Page viii Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM Contents RC/GS and RC7 Setup Menu Summary - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 23 RV Series Inverter/Charger and RC/GS and RC7 Setup - - - 23 Auto Gen Start Setup (RC/GS Only) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 24 4 Operation Indicators and Controls - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 26 Status LEDs- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 26 Inverter LED - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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RC-GS_manual.book Page ix Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM Contents Charger Fault - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 40 Meters Display - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 41 Average Shunt Amps- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 41 Battery Voltage- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 41 Inverter/Charger Current - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 42 AC Output Voltage - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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RC-GS_manual.book Page 1 Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM Introduction 1 Chapter 1 contains information about the function and features of the RV Series Remote Controls. Topics in this chapter are organized as follows: • “Features” on page 2 • “Indicators and Controls” on page 4.
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RC-GS_manual.book Page 2 Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM Introduction Features The RC/GS and RC7 are control panels that allow remote operation of a RV Series Inverter/Charger. Features of the RC/GS and RC7 include: • Simple menu-driven programming for full control of all inverter/charger functions • A three-level menu to prevent accidental setting changes • Meters to display voltage and current • An intelligent battery fuel gauge displaying estimated battery capacity • Error message and in
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RC-GS_manual.book Page 3 Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM Features Connection cable requirements The RC7 and RC/GS use a telephone-style cord to connect to the RV Series Inverter/Charger (models RV2012GS, RV2012GS-15/20B, RV2012GS-20B, RV2512GS, and RV3012GS). Use only Xantrex-recommended accessories: Part number Cable Length 31-6257-00 25 feet 31-6262-00 50 feet 31-6275-00 70 feet To connect the RC/GS or RC7 to a non-GS series RV Series Inverter/Charger, use a data-standard RJ11 cable. Thi
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RC-GS_manual.book Page 4 Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM Introduction Indicators and Controls All operating controls and indicators are located on the front panel of the remote control. ON/OFF Control The inverter portion of the inverter/ charger can be switched OFF or ON using the remote control. The standby charger in the inverter is automatic and always ready and available for charging whenever AC power is applied. Meters The RC/GS and RC7 feature several meters that monitor the operat
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RC-GS_manual.book Page 5 Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM Installation 2 Chapter 2 contains information and procedures to install the RV Series Remote Controls. Topic in this chapter are organized as follows: • “Materials and tools required” on page 6 • “Choosing a location” on page 7 • “Mounting and Connecting” on page 7.
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RC-GS_manual.book Page 6 Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM Installation Installing the RC/GS and RC7 The RC/GS and RC7 are designed to be flush mounted through an opening in a wall and secured with four screws. The RC/GS and RC7 require no connections other than one cable that plugs into the back of the unit. Because you cannot access the cable jack once the unit is mounted, the cable needs to be routed through the wall before securing the remote. All operating power for the RC/GS and RC7 i
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RC-GS_manual.book Page 7 Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM Installing the RC/GS and RC7 Choosing a location Choose a location that is easily accessible. The RC/GS and RC7 should be mounted where they are clearly visible, with unobstructed access to the screen and buttons. The location should be indoors, dry, and free from corrosive or explosive fumes. Mounting and Connecting WARNING: Fire hazard The RC/GS and RC7 are not ignition protected. Do not install in areas requiring ignition-protecte
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RC-GS_manual.book Page 8 Thursday, May 26, 2005 4:58 PM Installation 3. Run the cable between the remote and the RV Series Inverter/Charger. 4. Place the ON/OFF switch on the RV Series Inverter/ Charger to the OFF position and disconnect the AC power. 5. Connect the communications cable into the RJ11 port on the inverter/charger marked “Remote Control” (Figure 2-2). Remote Control port ON/OFF switch Figure 2-2 RV Series Inverter/Charger Front Panel 6. Connect the other end of the cable into
