RC7 Owners Manual
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1. Search Sense Search Sense Search Sense Search Sense Search Sense Defeat About 5W load J V 10W load UNE 40W load 40W load Figure 13 Search Menu Selections Defeat disables the Search Sense function The remaining selections specify the minimum wattage load that must be present on the inverter to qualify as a load and bring the inverter out of the search mode After selecting press the DOWN arrow to access the next menu RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 2 AutoLBCO Automatic Low Battery Cut Out Auto LBCO prevents the inverter from draining the batteries below 10 9 V DC with no load on the output When this mode is enabled ON the inverter shuts OFF when the batteries reach 10 9 V DC When it is disabled OFF the inverter remains ON until the batteries reach a voltage of 8 5 V DC at which point the inverter will shut off When AC input is available again the inverter automatically resets and begins charging the batteries The default setting is OFF Auto LBCO Auto LBCO a Figure 14 Auto LBCO Selections Press the RIGHT arrow Settings to select the desired function After selecting press the DOWN arrow to scroll to the next menu or the UP arrow to move to a previous menu 3 Battery Capacity Battery Capacity refers to the battery s reserve capacity in amp hours The RC7 approximates the battery state of charge SOC and run time then estimates the battery capacity Auto over se2. Figure 31 End Generator Quiet Time NOTE Setting begin and end time to 00 00 defeats the quiet time mode NOTE If the generator is running at the begin quiet time it will be shut down automatically If the auto start parameters are met during quiet time the buzzer will sound and the LCD displays the message Gen Quiet Fault The generator will start automatically at the end of the quiet time 17 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION Saving Setup Choices Once the setup options are complete press and hold both the UP and DOWN arrow push buttons until the display clears approximately 5 seconds The setup choices will be saved in nonvolatile memory 20 seconds after exiting the Setup menu if no other actions are taken These settings will be preserved until changed NOTE The GenStart settings will not be saved if the RC7GS is disconnected or dc power is lost Menu Item Meter Mode setup 822 4A 005 Figure 32 Press and Hold to Save Settings 18 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION RC7 and RC7GS System Status Displays The RC7 and RC7GS remote controls display the operating mode and System status by lighting one or more LEDs located on the front panel and or by displaying a message on the LCD display The four LEDs reflect the same information as the single tricolored LED on the inverter charger There are four types of system messages AC source messages Inverter messages
3. Charger messages Error messages AC Source Messages AC source messages appear when alternating current shorepower is present In addition the RC7GS AC source messages describe the current activity if any of the generator 1 Waiting for AC Anytime the inverter is OFF and AC is not present the LCD screen displays Waiting for AC System Status Waiting for AC Figure 33 Waiting for AC 2 Genset Status Pending Cranking and Genstart When the RC7GS is setup to start the generator for a specified condition SOC or battery voltage and that condition has been met the LCD displays Pending Genstart Genset Status Pending Genstart Figure 34 Pending Genstart Messages When the initiating condition SOC or battery voltage has occurred the Pending Genstart message is displayed for approximately two minutes awaiting a change in the condition or a manual override If neither condition occurs the RC7GS attempts to start the generator and displays Cranking Genset Genset Status Cranking Genset Figure 35 Cranking Genset Messages 19 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 20 Once the generator starts there is a brief delay to allow the genset to reach operating speed and for the inverter charger to synchronize to the generator at which point the LCD display shows that AC is again available Genset Status AC Available Figure 35 Cranking Genset Messages 3 Starter Cooldown and Ge
4. These features are noted in this manual as available for the RC7GS only 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 RC7 and RC7GS remotes feature several meters that monitor the operating conditions of the power center These meters include Average Shunt Amps Battery Voltage Inverter Charger Current AC Output Voltage AC Input Amps Battery Temperature Transformer Temperature FET Temperature and Estimated Battery Capacity Controls The RC7 and RC7GS allow the inverter to be switched ON or OFF with the press of a push button on the remote Both devices can be used to configure the inverter charger to the specific system and preferences including Battery Capacity Battery Type Charger Rate Low Battery Cutout Shorepower Amps External Shunt Fuel gauge Cutout and Display Contrast In addition the RC7GS starts and stops of the genset automatically or manually allows the setting of generator make and model sets a quiet time during which the genset will not start automatically and has manual overrides for auto gen start Status Monitoring The RC7 and RC7GS remotes monitor operating conditions including the AC supply inverter operation charger operation battery condition generator condition RC7GS only Time Left to Run
5. by resetting the Gen Quiet Begin and End time to 00 00 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION Inverter o Genset Status Buzzer Sounds Charge o Gen Quiet Fault 4 Batt Full Red Error LED Lights and Error Message Appears in the LCD Error Display and buzzer sounds 80248001 Figure 38 Gen Quiet Fault Error Message Es NOTE Press any arrow push button to cancel the buzzer Fs NOTE If the genset is manually started from the RC7GS remote a manual override is initiated and it will not shut down automatically Man Stop Only Figure 39 will be displayed in the LCD Shut down the genset manually as previously described NOTE The Gen Quiet Fault error is not actually a system error or fault but rather an alert that the system has reached the selected auto start parameter during the quiet time selected Genset Status Man Stop Only Figure 39 Genset Manual Stop Only Display The Gen Quiet Fault error is automatically reset at the end of the quiet time period if no other action is taken 3 LowACInputV The Low AC Input V Fault error indicates the input AC voltage is below 45 V AC is present Power Tech generators only The red error LED is ON and the buzzer sounds When the AC voltage is above 45 V AC this error message will disappear Inverter o G N Buzzer Sounds Charge o enset Status E NS Low AC Input V J Batt Full Red Error LED
6. 54 Meter Mode Display Battery Voltage 3 Inverter Charger Current This meter displays the actual DC current supplied to the batteries when it is charging and current drawn from the batteries when it is inverting Inv Chg Current 0 Amps DC 55 Meter Mode Display Inverter Charger Current RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 4 AC Output Voltage This meter displays the actual inverter AC output voltage measured at the AC output When in the charger mode the meter will read 0 VAC Search mode is indicated by lt 40 appearing in the display Inverter Output 0 VAC Figure 56 Meter Mode Display AC Output Voltage 5 AC Input Amps This meter displays the actual ac current in amps flowing through the inverter s AC INPUT HOT 1 terminal AC Input 1 Amps Figure 57 Meter Mode Display AC Input Amps 6 Battery Temperature This meter displays the external temperature of the battery bank when equipped with a Battery Temperature Sensor BTS The scale is divided into counts which do not directly correspond to the Fahrenheit or Celsius temperature scale A higher reading indicates a lower temperature This meter is useful for service technicians Battery Temp 000 Counts Figure 58 Meter Mode Display Battery Temperature 29 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 30 7T Transformer Temperature This meter displays the internal temperature of t
7. LCD display to find and correct the nature of the problem Error Other LEDs or Devices ON solid Meaning Check System RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 7 LCD Display The LCD display is a 16 x 2 lines 32 characters total back lit alphanu meric display used for setting up the system operation as well as viewing current status or error messages You can scroll through the display items by using the push buttons below the display System Status Equalizing 822 4A 002 Figure 7 LCD Display 8 Push buttons There are four pressure sensitive push buttons on the front panel of the RC7 and RC7GS used to control the inverter and enter system operating parameters On Off Menu Item gt Settings Meter Mode Setup J 822 4 003 Figure 8 Push button Controls a On Off The On Off push button controls the inverter section of the inverter charger Press this button once to turn the inverter ON or OFF The charger section of the inverter is not affected by this function and maintains the batteries whenever AC power is present On RC7GS models this push button also controls the generator Refer to Generator Start Stop Use this control when you do not want the inverter to supply backup power in the event of an AC line failure AC output power is available only as long as the AC line is present NOTE Pressing this push button disables the inverter function AC backup power will NO
8. Lights and Error Message Appears in the LCD Display and buzzer sounds 82244001 Figure 40 Low AC Input V Error Message Fs NOTE Press any arrow push button to cancel the buzzer 21 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION Inverter Mode Messages When the inverter is ON no AC present it is either inverting or measuring the AC output circuits for a load meeting the specifications set up in the Search Sense menu selection Figure 12 and 13 if the Search Mode is selected When the inverter is in the Search mode Searching appears in the LCD display and the green Inverter LED will slowly flash System Status Searching Bat Full Error e Green LED Slowly Flashes and Searching Appears in LCD Figure 41 Inverter in Search Mode When the inverter charger is in the inverter mode no AC available Inverting appears in the LCD display and the green Inverter LED is on solid Inverter Charge o Batt Full Error o System Status Inverting Green LED is on solid and Inverting appears in the LCD 22 48 01 Figure 42 Inverter Mode NOTE The Inverter LED will slowly flash during the charge mode if the inverter is switched ON and will be OFF if the inverter is switched OFF 22 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION Charger Mode Messages When AC shorepower is available the inverter charger automatically Switches to the charger mode There are four separ
9. RC7GS only Power Saver to shut off the LCD display and LEDs after five minutes without a key press or new error message Pressing any key will reactivate the LCD display and LEDs for another five minutes Errors during the power saver mode will wake up the remote RC7 Setup RC7 Setup RC7 Setup Last Key Power Saver Rolling Display Figure 19 Set Shore Power Selections RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 8 LCD Contrast The LCD Contrast menu adjusts the contrast to accommodate changing lighting conditions and viewing angle The default setting is Max Contrast LCD Contrast LCD Contrast LCD Contrast LCD Contrast Max Contrast 8796 62 o o o o o o Min Contrast Figure 20 LCD Contrast Selections 9 External Shunt When two inverter chargers are utilized in a system an additional RC7 can be used as a battery fuel gauge This requires an external shunt Refer to the inverter charger s operator s manual for instructions on installing an external shunt The External Shunt menu selects the fuel gauge unit The default is None External Shunt External Shunt External Shunt This Inverter Other Inverter Figure 21 External Shunt Selections 10 Fuel gauge Cutout The Fuel gauge Cutout menu sets the battery voltage zero percent state of charge 096 SOC with no load This is the point at which the battery has zero reserve amp hours remaining The Fuel gauge meter uses thi
10. SOG Fuelgauge Cutout 10 8VDC 0 SOG Generator Star Manual Push ON Generator Start Auto at 40 SOC Set Shore Power Set Shore Power 20 Amps 15 Amps RC7GS only Generator Start Auto at 50 SOC Generator Stop Manual Push OFF Begin Gen 00 00 End Gen Quiet 00 00 Generator Stop Auto at 90 SOC Generator Stop Auto at 95 SOC Onan QuietDiesel Set Clk 0 23 59 00 00 iti Select Genset PowerTech 2 Wire Select Genset PowerTech 3 Wire Generator Stop Auto at 99 SOC Set Shore Power 10 Amps Set Shore Power 5 Amps LCD Contrast Min Contrast Fuelgauge Cutout 11 7VDC 0 SOC Fuelgauge Cutout 11 8VDC 0 SOG Generator Start Auto at 12 2 VDC Generator Stop Auto at Float Note The SETTINGS arrow moves across the columns the UP and DOWN arrows scroll through the headings 36 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION RC7 and RC7GS Users Menu System Status Messages AC Source Inverter Mode System Statu Waiting for AC System Statu AC Available Charger Mode System Statu Bulk Charging System Stat Float Charging System Status Equalizing RC7GS only Genset Status Man Stop Only Genset Status Pending Genstart Genset Status Cranking Genset Genset Status Starter Cooldown Error Mode System Status Otemp Less Load Sys Ove em Stal Lo Bat Sta
11. Xantrex repairs or replaces a product its warranty continues for the remaining portion of the original Warranty Period or 90 days from the date of the return shipment to the customer whichever is greater All replaced products and all parts removed from repaired products become the property of Xantrex Xantrex covers both parts and labor necessary to repair the product and return shipment to the customer via a Xantrex selected non expedited surface freight within the contiguous United States and Canada Alaska and Hawaii are excluded Contact Xantrex Customer Service for details on freight policy for return shipments outside of the contiguous United States and Canada How do you get service If your product requires troubleshooting or warranty service contact your merchant If you are unable to contact your merchant or the merchant is unable to provide service contact Xantrex directly at Phone 1 800 670 0707 toll free in North America 1 604 422 2777 direct Fax 1 604 420 2145 Email CustomerService xantrex com Direct returns may be performed according to the Xantrex Return Material Authorization Policy described in your product manual For some products Xantrex maintains a network of regional Authorized Service Centers Call Xantrex or check our website to see if your product can be repaired at one of these facilities In any warranty claim dated proof of purchase must accompany the product and the product must not have been disassembl
12. detailed description on charging modes The default is Manual Push Off Generator Stop Generator Stop Generator Stop Generator Stop Generator Stop Generator Stop Manual Push OFF Auto at 90 SOC Auto at 95 SOC Auto at 99 SOC Auto at Absorb Auto at Float Figure 28 Generator Start Stop on User Menu The generator can be stopped at any time by accessing the user menu until the Gen Start Stop Press On Off menu is displayed Press the ON Off push button on the RC7GS front panel until the generator stops Es NOTE The generator will start immediately if the auto start parameters are still met On Off Gen Start Stop C Press ON OFF 822 4 004 29 Generator Start Stop on User Menu 16 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 5 Begin Gen Quiet and End Gen Quiet The period of time during which the generator is prevented from starting automatically can be defined using the RC7GS To specify the begin quiet time scroll to the Begin Gen Quiet 00 00 by using the UP and DOWN arrow push buttons Set the Begin Gen Quiet start time The selected digit for hours or minutes will be underlined and highlighted refer to the Set Clock section for details on setting the time Begin Gen Quiel 00 00 Figure 30 Start Generator Quiet Time Press the DOWN arrow to access the End Gen Quiet 00 00 menu and select the appropriate end time End Gen Quiet v 00 00
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14. the minutes to the current minute 0 to 59 Press and hold the Settings push button to quickly increment the time or press and release to increment the selected digit by one unit at a time Hour selected Increments Digit Settings push button Figure 24 Set Clock Display 14 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 2 Select Genset After setting the clock press the UP arrow once to access the Select Genset menu Select the type and model of the generator by pressing the Settings push button RIGHT arrow until the genset s name and model is displayed in the LCD readout The default is Onan QuietDiesel NOTE Not all generators are supported CAUTION Other 30 through Other 80 are reserved for future use and must not be selected Select Genset Select Genset Select Genset Select Genset Onan QuietDieselJ PowerTech 2 WireJ PowerTech3 Wie e Other 80 Figure 25 Select Genset Display 3 Generator Start After setting the clock and selecting a generator set the parameters for automatically starting the genset based upon a battery voltage or State of Charge SOC Press the UP arrow and scroll through the menus to access the Generator Start menu Press the Settings push button RIGHT arrow until the required setting is in the LCD display NOTE The Auto Gen parameters can not set unless the clock is set up first The default Generator Start selection is Manual Push On This se
15. D THE GENERATOR PRODUCES DANGEROUS FUMES WHEN IT IS RUNNING Exterior Storage For exterior storage follow the same steps as above If shorepower is not available enable the Auto Gen Start feature and ensure that enough fuel is available to run the generator for charging the batteries The generator will automatically start and stop depending on the battery s state of charge RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 4 0 LIMITED WARRANTY What does this warranty cover This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology Inc Xantrex and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your Xantrex RC7 and RC7GS Remote Controls This warranty lasts for a Warranty Period of 12 months from the date of purchase at point of sale to you the original end user customer This Limited Warranty is transferable to subsequent owners but only for the unexpired portion of the Warranty Period What will Xantrex do Xantrex will at its option repair or replace the defective product free of charge provided that you notify Xantrex of the product defect within the Warranty Period and provided that Xantrex through inspection establishes the existence of such a defect and that it is covered by this Limited Warranty Xantrex will at its option use new and or reconditioned parts in performing warranty repair and building replacement products Xantrex reserves the right to use parts or products of original or improved design in the repair or replacement If
16. N and the buzzer sounds After 15 minutes the charge relay disconnects and the inverter section is shut down The LCD displays System Status Overload This fault indicates there is a hardware failure in the charger circuitry of the inverter charger If this message appears contact Xantrex or the nearest Service Center Error Condition Inverter e Charge o Sys em Status Charger Fault Batt Full Error LED ON Buzzer Sounds Figure 52 Error Display Charger Fault lt NOTE Press any arrow push button to cancel the buzzer 27 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 28 Meters Display The RC7 and RC7GS have built in meters that monitor inverter charger activities To view these meters press and hold the Meter Mode push button UP arrow for five seconds until the display clears Use the DOWN arrow push button to scroll through the meter displays The information contained in these displays can be useful for troubleshooting the system 1 Average Shunt Amps This meter displays the averaged current flowing through the internal shunt external shunt if more than one inverter charger is used to and from the batteries Avg Shunt Amps 0Amps DC Figure 53 Meter Mode Display Average Shunt Amps 2 Battery Voltage This meter displays the current battery voltage level Use this meter to check the condition of the batteries or monitor the levels under load Battery 00 0 Volts DC Figure
17. ODUCTION Features The RC7 and RC7GS Generator Start are control units that allow remote operation of any RV Series Inverter Chargers rated from 2000 to 3000 watts NOTE The inverter and remote control must have software version 1 3x The RC7 and RC7GS feature 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 RJ11 phone jack connection to inverter Internal memory to retain inverter charger menu settings even with loss of power An intelligent battery fuel gauge displaying percent of battery charge and the time left to run Error message and informative information displays used to optimize system performance Remote ON OFF inverter operation xantrex Inverter p CD Batt Full Error On Off Menultem Settings Meter Mode lL set up RC7 Remote Control Figure 1 RC7 Front Panel RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 1 0 INTRODUCTION All operating controls and indicators for the RC7 and RC7GS are located on the front panel of the remote control The inverter software Rev 1 3x must be installed in both the inverter and remote Refer to the instructions in the RVU 2 Software Upgrade Kit manual if an upgrade is required Es NOTE The RC7 and RC7GS are identical remote controls however the RC7GS has additional features for controlling a generator
18. OORS ENSURE THE AUTO GEN START FEATURE IS DISABLED BY RESETTING THE GENERATOR START FUNCTION TO MANUAL PUSH ON REFER TO THE RC7GS SETUP MENU SECTION FAILURE TO DO SO MAY ALLOW THE GENERATOR TO RUN WHEN THE AUTO START PARAMETERS ARE MET PRODUCING DANGEROUS EXHAUST FUMES Generator Start Manual Push ON Figure 71 Select MANUAL Start for Storage 35 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION RC7 and RC7GS Setup Menu Press and hold both menu item keys for 5 seconds Defeat Search Sense About 5W load Auto LBCO Auto LBCO Search Sense 10 W load Search Sense 40 W load Search Sense gt 40 W load Auto 125 A hrs GEL Cell gt e D S o D f o 8 2 S S 5 9 9 8 a Battery Type Liquid Lead Acid Battery Type AGM Charge Rate 100 of max Charge Rate 90 Charge Rate 80 Bat Capacity Bat Capacity 250 A hrs 375 A hrs Bat Capacity 500 A hrs Bat Capacity 1000 A hrs Charge Rate 20 Charge Rate 10 30 Amps Set Shore Power 25 Amps RC7 Setup LastKey RC7 Setup Power Saver RC7 Setup Rolling Display LCD Contrast Max Contrast LCD Contrast 7 LCD Contrast 62 TY A E E 8 8 3 2 F 5 External Shunt This Inverter External Shunt Other Inverter Fuelgauge Cutout 9 5VDC 0 SOC Fuelgauge Cutout 10 3VDC 0
19. Smart choice for power xantrex xantrex Inverter System Status Charge Float Charging Batt Full Error On Off Menu ltem Settings it Een we Mode RC7 Remote Control RC7 RC7GS nsn and Operator Manual and Operator s Manual Xantrex RV Series Remote Controls www xantrex com RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls Notice of Copyright Xantrex RC7 and RC7GS Remote Controls Installation and Operator s Manual October 2002 Xantrex International All rights reserved Xantrex is a registered trademark of Xantrex International Disclaimer UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC XANTREX a MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY SUFFI CIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCU MENTATION b ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE WHETHER DIRECT INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER S RISK Date and Revision October 2002 Revision 1 Part Number 975 0050 01 01 Contact Information Web www xantrex com Email CustomerService xantrex com Phone 1 800 670 0707 toll free 1 604 422 2777 direct Fax 1 604 420 2145 Section 1 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls Table of Contents Description Page In
20. System Stal DCLD Lockout Err System Status Charger Fault Genset Status Gen wont Start Genset Status Low AC Input V Genset Status Gen Quiet Fault System Status Display Batt State of Charge Full me Left to Charg x x Hours Set Shore Power x x Amps Gen Start Stop Press ON OFF Batt State of Charge EQOO000000F Meters Avg Shunt Amp 0 Amps DC Battery 00 0 Volts DC Inv Chg Current 0 Amps DC Inverter Output VAC 0 AC Inp 0 Amps AC Display Battery Temp 000 Counts Xformer Tem 000 Counts FET Tem 000 Counts Est Bat Cap xx Amp hrs x 8 37 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION Storage Checklist lt NOTE This applies only to the RV Series Inverter Charger with RC7GS Remote 38 Proper storage procedures extend the life of the batteries and ensure that the coach is ready for operation when needed The following checklist is for battery related storage activities Preparation for Storage Interior Storage Check that all batteries are fully charged Disable the Auto Gen feature Configure the RV to the correct shore service settings Connect the shorepower cord to a live outlet confirm it is live Switch the RV unit OFF using the remote s On Off push button charger only mode Switch OFF all unnecessary AC and DC loads WARNING DO NOT STORE THE COACH INDOORS WITH THE AUTO GEN START FEATURE ENABLE
21. T be available during a utility outage The green INVERTER LED must be flashing with AC utility applied indicating the inverter is in a ready state Pressing this push button while the green LED is ON solid indicating backup mode will cause the loss of the inverter output On Off 822 4A 004 Figure 9 Inverter ON OFF Push button RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION b Setup Menu Item Push button The Setup Menu Item push buttons accesses the system setup menus Press and hold both push buttons for approximately 5 seconds or until the display clears then release the buttons Press the UP or DOWN arrow buttons to scroll through the menu items To exit the Setup mode press and hold both push buttons for approximately 5 seconds until the LCD display changes back to the System Status display lt NOTE Menu items are described later in the manual Menu Item Meter Mode getup 822 4A 005 Figure 10 Setup Menu Item Push buttons c Meter Mode Push button The Meter Mode push button above accesses the various operating parameters such as output voltage amperage temperature etc To access the Meter Mode press and hold the Meter Mode push button for approximately 5 seconds d Settings Push button The Settings push button scrolls through the various menus Press this button while in the Setup mode to move through the menu items one at a time If the desired item or setting is passed cont
22. alling the RC7 RC7GS the LCD screen displays operating system status messages which is the default screen after exiting all other setting or meter functions Operating parameters include Battery State of charge SOC Time Remaining to Run Time Left to Charge and Set Shorepower The Gen Start Stop switch is also available from these displays RC7GS only Press the DOWN arrow to scroll through each display When the last menu item is reached the display wraps back to the first menu item in a continuous loop 1 Battery State of Charge This meter displays the estimated state of charge SOC of the battery or battery bank The SOC is based on the estimated battery capacity Since discharging the batteries to less than one half of their amp hour capacity may damage the batteries the meter estimates the 096 SOC and protects the batteries from over discharge The display can be viewed as a percent of capacity or bar graph by pressing the Settings push button RIGHT arrow Batt State of Charge Batt State of Charge Full EQOO000000F Figure 62 Battery State of Charge Displays Percent and Bar Graph 2 Time Left to Run This meter displays the estimated hours the batteries will support the load before requiring recharging The meter is accurate to 1 10 of an hour 6 minutes Time Left to Run x x Hours Figure 63 Time Left to Run Display 31 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 3 Time Left to Charge This m
23. and Time Left to Charge RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 2 0 INSTALLATION Installation Procedure 1 Select an appropriate location to install the remote control 2 Refer to the drawing Figure 2 for hole and cutout dimensions or install the remote in a standard double gang outlet box 3 Run the cable between the RC7 remote and the inverter charger Do NOT use standard telephone cable 4 Place the ON OFF switch on the inverter to the OFF position and disconnect the AC power 4 1 8 A 4 4 1 4 c c Y 5 346 c c 822 4 011 Figure 2 Installation Dimensions RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 2 0 INSTALLATION REMOTE CONTROL RJ11 Connector RJ11 Connector ON OFF Switch Inverter Charger RC7 RC7GS Remote Control back view Figure 3 Remote Control Connectors 5 Connect the communications cable into the RJ11 port on the inverter charger marked REMOTE CONTROL Connect the other end of the cable into the jack on the remote Figure 3 6 Secure the remote to the wall or outlet box using the appropriate screws 4 required 7 Wait for the LCD display to show the message Waiting for AC 8 Place the ON OFF switch on the inverter to the ON position NOTE The remote will not operate the inverter if the inverter s ON OFF switch is in the OFF position 9 Reconnect the inverter to the AC source After a brief delay the remote will dis
24. ate charger modes Bulk Absorption Float and Equalization Refer to the inverter charger operator s manual for details on charger modes 1 Bulk Charging When the charger is charging in the Bulk mode the LCD will display Bulk Charging and the charge LED will be on solid Inverter o System Status Charge Bulk Charging Batt Full Error o Yellow Charge LED is on solid and Bulk Charging appears in the LCD Figure 43 Bulk Charging Mode 2 Absorption Charging When the charger is charging in the Absorption mode the LCD displays Absorption Chg and the Charge LED slowly flashes In addition the Batt Full LED will start to flash when the battery reaches 90 state of charge SOC The ON duration of this LED increases as the batteries SOC increases and is ON solid at 100 SOC Inverter System Status Absorption Chg Yellow Charge LED slowly flashes and Absorption Chg appears in LCD Batt Full LED flashes according to the SOC between 90 100 822 4001 Figure 44 Absorption Charging Mode 3 Float Charging When the charger is in the Float mode the LCD displays Float Charging and the Charge LED will quickly flash At this point the batteries are fully charged 100 and the Batt Full LED is ON solid Inverter System Status Charg Float Charging Batt Full Error o Yellow Charge LED fast flashes and Float Chg appears in LCD Sim Batt Full LED is ON solid Figure 45 Float Chargi
25. cates the inverter is switched ON and ready to provide backup power If there is no AC power the inverter LED will be ON solid indicating that the inverter charger is in the inverter ON mode Inverter LED Other LEDs or Devices ON solid Flashing Charge LED flashing Slow Flash Flashing Error LED ON Buzzer OFF 4 Charge LED Meaning Inverter ON Inverter ready charging Load Sense Searching Inverter Error Inverter Switched OFF The Charge LED indicates the current battery charge mode Charge LED Other LEDs or Devices ON solid Slow Flash Fast Flash Batt Full LED ON Very Fast Flash OFF 5 Batt Full LED Meaning Bulk Charging Absorption Charging Float Charging Equalize Charging Inverter Mode no charging The Batt Full LED indicates the state of charge on the batteries This LED will not illuminate until the batteries have charged up to at least 9096 The duration of the LED s ON time will increase until the batteries reach 10096 which at that time the LED will be ON solid In the inverter mode the OFF time duration of the LED will increase until the batteries discharge to below 90 at which time the LED will extinguish Batt Full LED Other LEDs or Devices Solid Flashing OFF 6 ErrorLED Meaning Battery Fully Charged 10096 Battery Charged 90 or higher Battery Below 9096 Charge The Error LED indicates that there is a problem with the inverter charger or batteries Check the
26. default is 10096 of the maximum charge rate Refer to the inverter charger Operator s manual for specific system settings Charge Rate Charge Rate Charge Rate Charge Rate Charge Rate 100 90 80 tot t i209 1096 Figure 17 Charge Rate Selections 11 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 12 6 SetShore Power The inverter monitors the AC power being drawn by both the battery charger and the AC loads connected to the inverter If the current draw ap proaches the shorepower circuit breaker rating the battery charger reduces the amount of current supplied to the batteries to provide the maximum current to the AC loads Set Shore Power ensures the battery charger does not exceed the shorepower circuit breaker rating This setting should match the shorepower or generator s circuit breaker rating The default setting is 30 amps Set Shore Power Set Shore Power Set Shore Power Set Shore Power Set Shore Power Y Set Shore Power 30 Amps 25 Amps 20 Amps 15 Amps 10 Amps 5 Amps Figure 18 Set Shore Power Selections 7 RC7 Setup The RC7 LCD screen displays system status and error messages that occur during normal operation From the Setup menu select Last Key default to display the last system status message displayed after exiting the Setup menu Rolling Display to automatically show system status state of charge time left to run time left to charge set shore power and gen start stop
27. duct the following safety symbols have been placed throughout this manual to indicate dangerous conditions and important safety instructions WARNING A dangerous voltage or condition exists in this area Use extreme caution when performing these tasks N CAUTION This procedure is critical to the safe installation or operation of the unit Follow these instructions closely lt NOTE This statement is important Follow instructions closely All electrical work must be done in accordance with local national and or international electrical codes Before installing or using this device read all instructions and cautionary markings located in or on the manual the controller the batteries and the PV array Do not expose this unit to rain snow or liquids of any type This product is designed only for indoor mounting To reduce the chance of short circuits when installing or working with the inverter the batteries or the PV array use insulated tools Remove all jewelry such as rings bracelets necklaces etc while installing this system This will greatly reduce the chance of accidental exposure to live circuits The inverter contains more than one live circuit batteries PV array generator etc Power may be present at more than one source This product contains no user serviceable parts Do not attempt to repair this unit SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 1 0 INTR
28. ed or modified without prior written authorization by Xantrex Proof of purchase may be in any one of the following forms The dated purchase receipt from the original purchase of the product at point of sale to the end user The dated dealer invoice or purchase receipt showing original equipment manufacturer status The dated invoice or purchase receipt showing the product exchanged under warranty What does this warranty not cover This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal installation or troubleshooting of the customer s electrical systems This warranty does not apply to and Xantrex will not be responsible for any defect in or damage to a the product if it has been misused neglected improperly installed physically damaged or altered either internally or externally or damaged from improper use or use in an unsuitable environment b the product if it has been subjected to fire water generalized corrosion biological infestations or input voltage that creates operating conditions beyond the maximum or minimum limits listed in the Xantrex product specifications including high input voltage from generators and lightning strikes c the product if repairs have been done to it other than by Xantrex or its authorized service centers hereafter ASCs d the product if it is used as a component part of a product expressly warranted by another manufact
29. erter charger The RC7GS contains the proper software code to work with various generators listed in the LCD display NOTE The RV Series Inverter Charger must be at Software Rev 1 3x to interface correctly with the RC7GS Connect the generator to the inverter as shown in the following diagrams Select the generator type and model as previously described under Select Genset on page 15 NOTE The terminal strip for connecting the generator is shown below Refer to the RV Series Inverter Charger Operator s manual for complete wiring details GEN START Figure 67 Genset Connections on RV Series Inverter Charger Terminal Strip 1 Onan Quiet Diesel HDKAJ HDKAK 7 5 8 10 and 12 5 kw Connect the generator as shown below E D a Lge T HD GEN RUN 2 STOP 5A GENSET D INVERTER CHARGER 68 Onan Quiet Diesel Connections 33 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 34 2 Power Tech Wiring Diagrams 2 and 3 wire Before wiring for the Power Tech option read all instructions and cautionary markings located in the RV Series Inverter Charger Operator s manual NOTE Rev 1 3x must be installed in both the inverter and RC7GS remote Both 2 wire and 3 wire Power Tech Generators require a B Battery Positive wire from the generator to the inverter to indicate the generator is running Power Tech supplies a gray w
30. erter manual Equalize Charging section for details NOTE The equalizing mode is defeated if GEL cell is selected as the battery type Inverter System Status Charg Equalizing Batt Full Yellow Charge LED quickly flashes 8 second Equalizing appears in LCD and Batt Full LED is ON solid Figure 46 Equalizing Mode RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION Inverter Charger Error Messages Error messages display when a fault is detected with either the inverter or charger The red Error LED lights and the buzzer sounds Error messages for the inverter charger display the error condition as well as a suggested remedy 1 Over Temperature The Otemp Less Load System Status message indicates the inverter charger transformer and power components have exceeded a safe operating temperature Reduce the load on the inverter When the unit has cooled it will automatically reset and resume operation If this condition occurs often make sure the inverter is in a cool location has adequate ventilation and the cooling fan is operational Inverter o Error Condition Charge e Sy tem Status Otemp Less Load Batt Remedy Buzzer Sounds Error LED ON 82244001 Figure 47 Error Display Over Temperature Eag NOTE Press any arrow push button to cancel the buzzer 2 Overload The Overload System Status message is displayed when the load on the inverter charger exceed
31. eter displays the estimated hours required to charge the batteries to full capacity The meter is accurate to 1 10 of an hour 6 minutes Time Left to Charge x x Hours Figure 64 Time Left to Charge Display 4 SetShore Power This meter sets the shorepower input from 5 to 30 amps so the total current draw from the charger does not exceed the circuit breaker rating to provide the maximum current to the AC loads Use the Settings push button RIGHT arrow to change this setting to match the circuit breaker rating of the AC power source NOTE The maximum current draw from the 3000 kVA unit s charger is 28 amps NOTE This setting does not prevent the loads from exceeding the shore circuit breaker rating Set Shore Power Set Shore Power 5 Amps 30 Amps Figure 65 Set Shore Power Display 5 Generator Start Stop The generator can be manually started or stopped from this display by pressing the On Off push button on the RC7GS front panel NOTE Starting the generator from this display overrides all auto start stop function and displays Man Stop Only on the User Status menu Stopping the generator returns the auto start stop functions UON Gen Start Stop Press OFF Figure 66 Generator Start Stop Display 32 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION Generator Connection RV Series only Proper installation and setup of the AC generator is essential for the correct operation of the inv
32. f they are shipped to the wrong location When you contact Xantrex to obtain service please have your instruction manual ready for reference and be prepared to supply The serial number of your product Information about the installation and use of the unit Information about the failure and or reason for the return copy of your dated proof of purchase Return Procedure 1 Package the unit safely preferably using the original box and packing materials Please ensure that your product is shipped fully insured in the original packaging or equivalent This warranty will not apply where the product is damaged due to improper packaging 2 Include the following The RMA number supplied by Xantrex Technology Inc clearly marked on the outside of the box A return address where the unit can be shipped Post office boxes are not acceptable A contact telephone number where you can be reached during work hours brief description of the problem 3 Ship the unit prepaid to the address provided by your Xantrex customer service representative If you are returning a product from outside of the USA or Canada In addition to the above you MUST include return freight funds and are fully responsible for all documents duties tariffs and deposits If you are returning a product to a Xantrex Authorized Service Center ASC A Xantrex return material authorization RMA number is not required However you must contact the ASC
33. he inverter charger s transformer The scale is divided into counts which do not directly correspond to the Fahrenheit or Celsius temperature scale A higher reading indicates a lower temperature This meter is useful for service technicians Xformer Temp 000 Counts Figure 59 Meter Mode Display Transformer Temperature 8 FETTemperature This meter displays the relative temperature of the Field Effect Transistors The scale is divided into counts which do not directly correspond to the Fahrenheit or Celsius temperature scale A higher reading indicates a lower temperature This meter is useful for service technicians FET Temp 000 Counts Figure 60 Meter Mode Display FET Temperature 9 Estimated Battery Capacity This meter displays the estimated battery amp hour capacity based upon the average amp hours used and the rate and duration of the charging cycles Multiply the reading by eight to arrive at the approximate battery capacity This is only an approximation and becomes more accurate as the number of charge discharge cycles increases approximately 15 20 charge discharge cycles NOTE If battery power is removed from the inverter the calculation process restarts 15 20 charge discharge cycles must complete to reach accurate battery capacity Est Bat Cap 00 Amp hrs x8 Figure 61 Meter Mode Display Estimated Battery Capacity RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION System Status Messages After inst
34. inue pressing the Settings push button until the item or setting reappears This push button is also used to enable and disable the equalize charge mode Settings 822 4A 006 Figure 11 Settings Push button RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION RC7 and RC7GS Setup Menu The Setup menu configures the RC7 and RC7GS to specific operating System parameters To access the Setup menu press and hold the UP and DOWN arrows push buttons for approximately 5 seconds until the LCD display clears Choose the desired configuration settings for the system from the appropriate menu Exit the Setup Menu by pressing both the UP and DOWN arrow push buttons for approximately 5 seconds The new settings will be saved in nonvolatile memory 20 seconds after exiting the Setup mode if nothing is changed during the waiting period The initial menu that will appear in the LCD display is the Search Sense menu shown below Search Sense Defeat Figure 12 Initial LCD Display Item The following menu items appear in the exact sequence they appear on the RC7 Refer to pages 36 37 for the complete menu structure 1 Search Sense Search Sense enables or disables the power saving search mode logic circuitry Refer to the inverter s Operator s manual for a complete description of the Search Sense mode To configure the Search Sense mode use the RIGHT arrow push button Settings to scroll to the desired setting The default setting is Defeat
35. ire on both 2 wire and 3 wire marked 12V power or 12V with engine running This wire must be connected to the white B wire in the inverter s AC wiring compartment The connector is a two wire molex connector with a white and gray wire attached which is taped to the chassis in the left hand side of the AC section of the inverter GRAY not used 2 Wire Molex Connector located in AC compartment WHITE from gray Gen B Figure 69 Molex Connector Identification NOTE The main board in the inverter must be a REV or higher S N AN 00655 or higher for RV2012 AS00085 or higher for RV2512 and AJ01001 or higher for RV3012 to work with Power Tech generators RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION a Power Tech 2 wire Connect the generator as shown below COM GENSTART 1 5A D RED from start stop switch N O GEN START 2 5A H H 9 _ wHITERRED from start stop switch N C GEN RUN 3 T COM GENRUN 1 T GEN RUN 2 D 2 WIRE CONFIGURATION INVERTER CHARGER Figure 68 Power Tech 2 Wire b Power Tech 3 wire Connect the generator as shown below COM GEN START 1 j GROUND N O GEN START 2 N C GEN RUN 3 BLUE start wire COM GENRUN 1 GROUND GEN RUN 2 STOP 5A D YELLOW stop preheat wire 3 WIRE CONFIGURATION INVERTER CHARGER Figure 70 Power Tech 3 wire WARNING WHEN STORING AN RV RC7GS EQUIPPED VEHICLE IND
36. k Charging Absorption Charging Float Charging Equalizing Charging Inverter Charger Error Messages 25 Over Temperature Overload High Battery Voltage Low Battery Voltage DCLD Lockout Error Charger Fault Meters Display eese 28 Average Shunt Amps Battery Voltage Inverter Charger Current AC Output Voltage AC Input Amps Battery Temperature Transformer Temperature FET Temperature Estimated Battery Capacity RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls Operation continued System Status Messages 31 Battery State of Charge Time Left to Run Time Left to Charge Set Shore Power Generator Start Stop Generator Connection 33 Onan Quiet Diesel Power Tech Wiring Diagrams 2 and 3 wire Power Tech 2 wire Power Tech 3 wire RC7 and RC7GS Setup Menu 36 RC7 and RC7GS User Menu 37 Storage Checklist cesses 38 Preparation for Storage Interior Storage Exterior Storage Limited Warranty 39 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important safety instructions that should be followed during the installation and maintenance of this product To reduce the risk of electrical shock and to ensure the safe installation and operation of this pro
37. n Start In the event the genset does not start within 30 seconds a two minute starter cooldown message is displayed after which another attempt to start the generator occurs This cycle repeats itself three more times over a 12 minute period Genset Status Starter Cooldown Figure 36 Starter Cooldown Messages Gen Set Error Messages 1 Gen Won ttStart If the genset does not start after the four attempts the RC7GS displays the message Gen Won t Start and the red Error LED on the front panel lights No further attempts to start the genset will occur Correct the starting problem and manually start the genset by setting the RC7GS to Manual Push On from the setup menu and then set it back to the previous auto start menu which resets the RC7GS Inverter o Genset Status Gen wont Start Bat Full E Error ML Buzzer Sounds Red Error LED lights and error message appears in the LCD display Figure 37 Gen Won t Start Error Message NOTE Press any arrow push button to cancel the buzzer 2 Gen Quiet Fault Whenever the RC7GS is configured to Auto Start the generator under a specified condition and the condition occurs during the gen quiet period the LCD will display the Gen Quiet Fault message and the red Error LED will light The remote control also emits a series of beeping sounds for up to five minutes or until the error condition is corrected The gen quiet period can be overridden
38. ng Mode 23 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 24 4 Equalizing Charging Liquid Lead Acid AGM Batteries ONLY To activate the Equalize mode press and hold the Settings push button RIGHT arrow until the LCD display clears and Equalizing appears approximately 6 seconds The Charge LED will increase its flashing rate to approximately 8 flashes per second flickering The Equalize charge will continue for 3 hours and then automatically change back to Float NOTE Equalizing the batteries should only be done when the batteries are fully charged i e from Float mode and only on liquid lead acid or AGM batteries Vent caps on batteries lead acid only should be removed prior to running the Equalize mode If the Equalization charge mode is cancelled by pressing and holding the Settings push button for approximately 6 seconds the LCD display will indicate the System Status as Absorption chg for approximately 30 seconds before returning to Float charging CAUTION Only Liquid Lead Acid or AGM batteries should be equalize charged Running an equalize charge on batteries other than liquid lead acid or AGM types could permanently damage them CAUTION Do not attempt to remove vent caps on AGM batteries Doing so may void the warranty CAUTION All DC loads should be disconnected during the equalize charge period due to the higher voltage applied to the batteries 15 volts DC Refer to the inv
39. ons If this product is a consumer product federal law does not allow an exclusion of implied warranties To the extent you are entitled to implied warranties under federal law to the extent permitted by applicable law they are limited to the duration of this Limited Warranty Some states and provinces do not allow limitations or exclusions on implied warranties or on the duration of an implied warranty or on the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation s or exclusion s may not apply to you This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights You may have other rights which may vary from state to state or province to province Warning Limitations On Use Please refer to your product user manual for limitations on uses of the product Specifically please note that the Xantrex RC7 and RC7GS Remote Controls are not intended for use in connection with life support systems and Xantrex makes warranty or representation in connection with any use of the product for such purposes Return Material Authorization Policy Before returning a product directly to Xantrex you must obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA number and the correct factory Ship To address Products must also be shipped prepaid Product shipments will be refused and returned at your expense if they are unauthorized returned without an RMA number clearly marked on the outside of the shipping box if they are shipped collect or i
40. play a system status message similar to Figure 4 System Status AC Available Figure 4 System Status Message in LCD display RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION Front Panel 1 Indicators and Controls The RC7 and RC7GS front panels contain LEDs LCD display and push buttons for viewing status and system setup All operating power for the remote control is provided by the inverter charger via the supplied cable Alphanumeric LCD Display Panel Status LEDs Inverter green Charge yellow Batt Full yellow Error red xantrex Inverter Charge Batt Full Error On Off Settings ON OFF Push button Meter Mode Z tup Menu Down Push button Settings Selection Push button Menu Up Push button and Meter Mode Figure 5 Front Panel Controls and Indicators 2 Status LEDs There are four LEDs on the front panel which light solid or flash during operation indicating the system s status Upon initial power up of the inverter all LEDs will flash as the unit goes through a self test After the initial power up test completes the LEDs will indicate the current state of the inverter and charger Use these LEDs along with the LCD display for detailed system status Inverter e Charge Q Batt Full Error Figure 6 Status LEDs RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 3 Inverter LED The green Inverter LED indi
41. s number to determine the 096 battery state of charge voltage The default is 9 5 VDC Fuel gauge Cutout Fuel gauge Cutout uel gauge Cutout Fuel gauge Cutout 5SVDC 094SOC 10 3 0 gt e 11 7 0 5 J 11 8VDC 0 SOC Figure 22 Fuel gauge Cutout Selections 13 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION RC7GS Setup Menu The RC7GS Generator Start features several additional setup menu selections related to automatic generator starting stopping and generator quiet time xantrex Inverter Generator Start Batt Full Manual Push On Error On Off Menultem Settings Meter Mode L setup IL RC7 GS Remote Control Gen Starting Figure 23 RC7GS Front Panel 1 Set Clock RC7GS only Some generator functions are based on the time of day The clock must be properly set to ensure the programmed function will perform at the correct time The clock uses 24 hour time and ranges from 00 00 to 23 59 To access the Set Clk menu scroll down past the generator menus by pressing the DOWN arrow A flashing cursor appears below and behind the hour H or minute M characters in the display Every eight seconds the cursor alternates positions When the cursor is under the hour digit press the Settings push button to increment the hours to the current hour 00 to 23 When the cursor is under the minutes digit press the Settings push button to increment
42. s the maximum power rating of the unit Reduce the load and restart the inverter charger by pressing the ON OFF push button on the RC7 twice Inverter e Error Condition Charge o 7 Overload J o QUU Buzzer Sounds Error LED ON 822 4001 Figure 48 Error Display Overload Es NOTE Press any arrow push button to cancel the buzzer 25 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 3 High Battery Voltage The Hibat Stop Chrg System Status message is displayed when the battery voltage is too high Switch off any other charging sources to allow the voltage level to drop The inverter automatically resets and resumes operation when the battery reaches a safe voltage level This condition usually occurs only when an additional charging source is used to charge the battery bank Error Condition Inverter e Charge Sysizm Status EY Hibat Stop Chrg Full o lt m Remedy Buzzer Sounds Error LED ON Figure 49 Error Display High Battery Voltage 5 NOTE Press any arrow push button to cancel the buzzer 4 Low Battery Voltage The Lobat Start Chrg System Status message is displayed when the battery voltage drops below a safe level The red Error LED illuminates and the Buzzer sounds The inverter shuts off to prevent damage to the batteries Provide an AC supply such as shorepower or a generator to the inverter charger to automatically start charging the bat
43. teries Error Condition Inverter o System Status E Lobat Start Chrg 4 Batt Full m Remedy Buzzer Sounds Error LED ON 80248001 Figure 50 Error Display Low Battery Voltage Es NOTE Press any arrow push button to cancel the buzzer 26 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 5 DCLD Lockout Error The DCLD Lockout Err System Status message is displayed when the 12 V DC supplied to the DCLD input wire of the inverter charger is lost and the DCLD feature is activated In addition the red Error LED will light and the buzzer will sound for approximately four minutes The DCLD DC Load Disconnect feature can be used to shut off the inverter charger whenever 12 V DC is not available on this terminal lt NOTE Older units require a hardware modification to activate this feature Refer to the instructions in the upgrade kit for DCLD NOTE The DCLD is not an error or fault with the system It is an alert indicating that the inverter is not running Error Condition Inverter o Charge o Sys em Status DCLD Lockout Err Batt Full Error LED ON Buzzer Sounds Figure 51 Error Display DCLD Lockout Error NOTE Press any arrow push button to cancel the buzzer 6 Charger Fault The Charger Fault System Status message is displayed when an internal error is detected in the inverter charger during charging In addition the red Error LED is O
44. troduction 1 1 ON OFF Control Meters Controls Status Monitoring Installation 1 eere creencia 3 Oper tion 5 Front Panel 5 Indicators and Controls Status LEDs Inverter LED Charge LED Batt Full LED Error LED LCD Display Push buttons On Off Setup Menu Item Push button Meter Mode Push button Settings Push button RC7 and RC7GS Setup Menu 9 Sense Search Auto LBCO Battery Capacity Battery Type Charge Rate Set Shore Power RC7 Setup LCD Contrast External Shunt Fuelgauge Cutout ii RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 Operation continued RC7GS Setup Menu eene 14 Set Clock RC7GS Only Select Genset Generator Start Generator Stop Begin Gen Quiet and End Gen Quiet Saving your Setup Choices 18 RC7 and RC7GS System Status Displays 19 AC Source Messages 19 Waiting for AC Genset Status Pending Cranking and Genstart Starter Cooldown and Gen Start Gen Set Error Messages 20 Gen Won t Start Gen Quiet Fault Low AC Input V Inverter Mode Messages 20 Charger Mode Messages 23 Bul
45. tting disables all automatic start functions Any other selection from the Generator Start menu enables the RC7GS to automatically start the generator based upon the battery s state of charge Generator Start Generator Start Generator Start Generator Start Generator Start Manual Push ON Auto at 40 SOC Auto at 60 SOC xe cw Auto at 11 0 VDC Auto at 12 2 VDC Figure 26 Generator Start Menu Selections 15 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION The generator can be started or stopped at any time by pressing the DOWN arrow push button User Menu until the Gen Start Stop menu is displayed Press and hold the On Off push button on the RC7GS front panel until the generator starts or stops Release the push button as soon as the generator starts If the inverter charger senses an AC supply while the remote control On Off push button is pressed it will shut down the generator Fs NOTE If the genset is manually started from the remote a manual override is initiated and the generator will NOT stop automatically Shut down the generator manually On Off Gen Start Stop Press ON OFF 822 4 004 Figure 27 Generator Start Stop on User Menu 4 Generator Stop The RC7GS can be configured to shut down the generator automatically when the batteries reach 90 to 99 SOC or when the charger initiates the Absorption or the Float mode of charging Refer to the inverter charger s Operator s manual for a
46. urer the product if its original identification trade mark serial number markings have been defaced altered or removed Disclaimer Product THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED BY XANTREX IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR XANTREX PRODUCT AND IS WHERE PERMITTED BY LAW IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES CONDITIONS GUARANTEES REPRESENTATIONS OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT HOWEVER ARISING WHETHER BY CONTRACT TORT NEGLIGENCE PRINCIPLES OF MANUFACTURER S LIABILITY OPERATION OF LAW CONDUCT STATEMENT OR OTHERWISE INCLUDING WITHOUT RESTRICTION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF QUALITY MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW TO APPLY TO THE PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD STIPULATED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY 39 40 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls IN NO EVENT WILL XANTREX BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES LOSSES COSTS OR EXPENSES HOWEVER ARISING WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT INCLUDING WITHOUT RESTRICTION ANY ECONOMIC LOSSES OF ANY KIND ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY ANY PERSONAL INJURY ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY ARISING FROM OR AS A RESULT OF MISUSE OR ABUSE OR THE INCORRECT INSTALLATION INTEGRATION OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT Exclusi
47. veral charge discharge cycles However setting the capacity manually assures a more accurate initial SOC and run time calculations The default setting is Auto The Battery Capacity setting also sets the absorption charge time where the batteries are charged at the bulk voltage Auto 110 minutes 1 8 hours 125 A hrs 60 minutes 1 hour 250 A hrs 90 minutes 1 5 hours 375 A hrs 120 minutes 2 hours 500 A hrs 150 minutes 2 5 hours 1000 A hrs 180 minutes 3 hours Bat Capacity Bat Capacity Bat Capacity Bat Capacity Bat Capacity Bat Capacity Auto 125 A hrs 250 A hrs 375 A hrs 500 A hrs 1000 A hrs Figure 15 Battery Capacity Selections 10 RC7 amp RC7GS Remote Controls 3 0 OPERATION 4 Battery Type To ensure the batteries are receiving the proper charge voltage the Battery Type must be selected for the type of batteries used in the system GEL Cell Liquid Lead Acid and AGM The default setting is GEL Cell This voltage varies depending on the batteries used as specified below BATTERY TYPE BULKVDC FLOATVDC EQUALIZE V DC GEL Cell 14 1 V DC 13 6 V DC Defeated Liquid Led Acid 14 6 V DC 13 4 V DC 15 5 V DC AGM 14 4 V DC 13 4 V DC 15 5 V DC Battery Type Battery Type Battery Type GEL Cell Liquid Lead Acidj V AGM Figure 16 Battery Type Selections 5 Charge Rate The battery charger s maximum output current can be specified using the Charge Rate menu The
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