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Configuring the Freedom SW using the SCP
When to set up Search mode The search mode feature is only valuable
if the inverter can spend a fair amount of time “sleeping” each day.
Therefore, if search mode is to be used it must be adjusted properly. The
initial adjustment should be made so that the inverter comes on only when
needed.
Certain types of loads can cause search mode to work unexpectedly. These
types of loads are described “Inverter Applications” on page 66. If these
kinds of loads are in the system, follow the suggestions given to eliminate
the problem.
If the problem loads cannot be eliminated, there are two work-around
solutions:
1. Disable search mode from the main Freedom SW Setup menu, causing
the inverter to always remain at full output voltage.
2. Use a search-friendly companion load whose only purpose is to be
switched on to wake up the inverter to power the load that is unable to
bring the inverter out of search mode.
NOTES:
• Search mode, by function, cannot work with clocks and timers or
devices that need power 24 hours a day. Examples of devices with
timers include video recorders, coffee makers with brew timers,
refrigerators, and freezers with defrost timers. Examples of devices
that need power 24 hours a day include telephone answering
machines, alarm systems, motion detection lights, and some
thermostats.
• When the inverter is searching the output for loads, lights that have a
wattage lower than this setting may flash momentarily.
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