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Now I have it, what do I do with it? [message #306118]

Mon, 29 August 2016 12:10

Harry

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At a local garage sale I picked up a Xantrex Freedom HF 1000.
I was told I can use it in my RV.
I paid $30 and it has never been used.

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Re: [GMCnet] Now I have it, what do I do with it? [message #306119 is a reply to message #306118]

Mon, 29 August 2016 12:25

emerystora

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That is a nice ”smart” inverter/charger. They sell new for about $330.

If installed in a motorhome it will charge the batteries at 20 amps with automatic control to prevent overcharging.
It also has a built in Inverter that will convert the battery 12 volts DC to 1000 watts of 120 volt AC.

If you have the old “buzz box” charger in your
GMC I would recommend that you install it. 20 amps charge should normally be enough for you.

Emery Stora
77 Kingsley
Frederick, CO

> On Aug 29, 2016, at 11:10 AM, David H. Jarvis wrote:
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> At a local garage sale I picked up a Xantrex Freedom HF 1000.
> I was told I can use it in my RV.
> I paid $30 and it has never been used.
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Re: [GMCnet] Now I have it, what do I do with it? [message #306125 is a reply to message #306119]

Mon, 29 August 2016 13:59

Harry

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OK. Thanks for the information.
Now I need how to wire it.
I'll look at Xantrex and see if they have drawings.

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Re: Now I have it, what do I do with it? [message #306129 is a reply to message #306118]

Mon, 29 August 2016 15:37

GeorgeRud

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Then keep your old buzz box as a great 12 volt source for your workbench.

George Rudawsky
Chicago, IL
75 Palm Beach

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Re: Now I have it, what do I do with it? [message #306130 is a reply to message #306129]

Mon, 29 August 2016 15:54

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You should be able to download the owner's manual on their web site. If you cannot find it, based on model name, look for "Freedom 10" manual. Xantrex bought the company making the Freedom 10 Charger/Inverter for their technology. $30 is a steal.
If you cannot find a copy to download, P.M. me and I can lend you my copy, or just scan the connection diagram for you.
It is an excellent device.
Tom, MS II

2012 Phoenix Cruiser model 2552 KA4CSG

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Re: [GMCnet] Now I have it, what do I do with it? [message #306133 is a reply to message #306129]

Mon, 29 August 2016 18:14

Bruce Hart

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Be sure to check the output voltage of the buzz box. I had replaced one
and when i checked to see what the out put was it was over 25 volts.

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Re: Now I have it, what do I do with it? [message #306136 is a reply to message #306130]

Mon, 29 August 2016 19:06

Matt Colie

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tphipps wrote on Mon, 29 August 2016 16:54

You should be able to download the owner's manual on their web site. If you cannot find it, based on model name, look for "Freedom 10" manual. Xantrex bought the company making the Freedom 10 Charger/Inverter for their technology. $30 is a steal.
If you cannot find a copy to download, P.M. me and I can lend you my copy, or just scan the connection diagram for you.
It is an excellent device.
Tom, MS II

Well Tom Beat me to it....
I bet I have that and/or the Freedom on a drive here somewhere.
Matt

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