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  • Page 1 Alpha FXM 650, 1100, 2000 UPS Installation and Operation Manual Your Power Solutions Partner member of The Group ™...
  • Page 3 ,QWHUQDWLRQDO  (PDLO VXSSRUW#DOSKDFD &RS\ULJKW Copyright © 2010 Alpha Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved. Alpha is a registered trademark of Alpha Technolo- gies. No part of this documentation shall be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, translated, transcribed, or trans- mitted in any form or by any means manual, electric, electronic, electromechanical, chemical, optical, or other- wise without prior explicit written permission from Alpha Technologies.
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  • Page 6: Safety Symbols

    If there are any questions regard- ing the safe installation or operation of this product, contact Alpha Technologies or the nearest Alpha representa- tive. Save this document for future reference.

  • Page 7: General Warnings And Cautions

    Place warning label(s) on the utility panel to tell emergency personnel a UPS is installed. • The Alpha FXM uses more than one live circuit. AC power may be present at the outputs even if the system is disconnected from line or battery power.

  • Page 8: Certifications And Compliances

    • Never let live battery wires touch the Alpha FXM, the enclosure or any other metal objects. This can cause a fire or explosion. • Never dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries may explode. Follow the manufacturer’s directions and check with your local jurisdictions for safe battery disposal.

  • Page 9: General Description

    2.1 Overview The Alpha FXM is available in 3 models – FXM 650, FXM 1100 and FXM 2000. The FXM 650 and the FXM 1100/2000 look different, but all of the front panel connectors and circuit breakers operate in the same way. How- ever the circuit breakers for each unit have different ratings.
  • Page 10 The sensor MUST be attached to the Alpha FXM for normal operation. Firmly attach the sensor end to the centre battery’s case with high-strength flameproof tape such as duct tape as shown in “Wiring the External Batteries”...
  • Page 11 “Alarm” contact. C6: The factory default layout for the C6 contact is a relay that is energized when the Alpha FXM is in Line or In- verter modes and is de-energized when in the Standby mode. It provides 48 VDC (500 mA) or 24 VDC (500 mA) from the external batteries to an external fan or other equipment.
  • Page 12 When this LED is flashing, the unit is in Inverter mode and backup battery power is provided to the load. Alarm: When this red LED is illuminated, there is a fault in the Alpha FXM. When this LED is flashing, there is an alarm.

  • Page 13: Site Planning

    The Alpha FXM is suitable for installations in network telecommunication facilities and locations where the Na- tional Electrical Code applies. Grounding: The Alpha FXM is suitable both for installation as part of a common bonding network and an iso- lated bonding network.

  • Page 14: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc) Requirements

    • In the Generator mode, the Alpha FXM’s range of acceptable input frequency and voltage is expanded to accept the fluctuations created by a generator. See “Operating the Alpha FXM, Sense Type”. Use a generator with electronic speed and voltage controls which produces less than 10% voltage total harmonic distortion (THD).

  • Page 15: Unpacking Alpha Fxm

    4. Unpacking Alpha FXM Follow these guidelines for unpacking the Alpha FXM. :$51,1* 7KH $OSKD );0 LV KHDY\ XS WR  NJ  OE  8VH SURSHU OLIWLQJ WHFKQLTXHV 7KH OLIWLQJ DQG PRYLQJ VKRXOG EH GRQH E\ DW OHDVW WZR SHRSOH WR DYRLG LQMXU\ 1.

  • Page 16: Tools And Equipment Required For Installation

    7KH $OSKD );0 PXVW EH LQVWDOOHG LQ D UHVWULFWHG DUHD DFFHVVLEOH RQO\ E\ TXDOL¿HG VHU YLFH SHUVRQQHO Once the installation location has been planned and prepared, you are ready to install the Alpha FXM. There are three steps to setting up the Alpha FXM: 1.

  • Page 17: Mounting The Alpha Fxm

    5.1.1 Mounting the Alpha FXM The Alpha FXM can be placed on a shelf with no other parts needed. Any version of the FXM can be rack or wall mounted or secured to a shelf, such as on an outdoor enclosure’s shelf, with the optional mounting brackets as shown in the figure below The brackets and the screws to attach them to the Alpha FXM’s case are available from...

  • Page 18: Wiring The External Batteries

    5.2 Wiring the External Batteries :$51,1* 7KH EDWWHULHV PXVW EH LQVWDOOHG E\ TXDOL¿HG SHUVRQQHO WUDLQHG LQ WKH VDIH XVH RI KLJK HQHUJ\ SRZHU VXSSOLHV DQG WKHLU EDWWHULHV 5HIHU WR WKH VDIHW\ VHFWLRQ LQ WKLV PDQXDO • Use new batteries when installing a new unit. Verify that all batteries are the same type with identical date codes.
  • Page 19 WKH QDPH SODWH RU GDWD VKHHW 3. Verify the battery connector polarity and the DC voltage with a DC voltmeter. If correct, attach it to the Alpha FXM’s external battery connector. Otherwise, perform troubleshooting before connecting it to the Alpha FXM.

  • Page 20: Uats And (Ugts) Option

    In bypass mode, the loads are directly connected to the line or generator power without any condition- ing. Depending on the use of one and/or the other, the UATS/UGTS allows the use of up to 3 different back-up sources (line, batteries and generator). Refer to the UATS/UGTS Installation Manual (Alpha P/N 020-165-B0) for details.

  • Page 21: Operation

    Operation The following subsections describe the operation of the Alpha FXM: • Communicating with the Alpha FXM. • Operating the control panel. • Switching the Alpha FXM on and off. • Operating the Alpha FXM. • Making measurements. • Viewing the 100-event log.

  • Page 22: Communicating With The Alpha Fxm

    2. Using a RS-232 interface, you can access the UPS’s command line system with Window’s HyperTerminal or other terminal emulation program. 3. Using a RS-232 serial connection via the Alpha UPS Monitor installed on your computer. The Alpha UPS Monitor software can be downloaded from www.alpha.ca./downloads/.

  • Page 23: Operating The Control Panel

    The layout is shown in the figure below. The Alpha FXM is monitored and controlled with a series of menus and submenus. The Menu Tree is shown in Figure 11. For a tutorial on how to use this panel, see “Replacing the Batteries”.
  • Page 24 %<3$66´ 7KLV ORFNV WKH XQLW LQWR OLQH PRGH DQG WXUQV RII WKH EDWWHU\ FKDUJHU VR WKH XQLW FDQ ZRUN ZLWK D PDQXDO EUHDNEHIRUHPDNH E\SDVV VZLWFK Pressing the CANCEL, SCROLL and SELECT buttons let you to navigate through the menus and submenus to control, monitor and troubleshoot the Alpha FXM as shown in Figure 11. % 5HY ...
  • Page 25 Trouble- menu displays the last control, program and measure various inputs, shooting section are 25 Alpha FXM events on adjust the Alpha FXM outputs and other invisible and disabled the LCD. For the event for connection to traffic values.

  • Page 26: Switching The Alpha Fxm On And Off

    LINE, BUCK or BOOST. The status LED illuminates. 3. If there is no line power, the Alpha FXM will remain in the STANDBY mode until it the line power is qualified. If you need to provide backup battery power to the load, perform a manual start by using the Inverter command See “Operating the Alpha FXM Inverter”.

  • Page 27: Operating The Alpha Fxm

    6.4 Operating the Alpha FXM The control menu (Table D) lets you operate the Alpha FXM or program it to suit your operating conditions. You can also use the Alpha UPS Monitor to make these adjustments. See “Alpha UPS Monitor”.
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  • Page 29: Making Measurements

    6.5 Making Measurements The System Status menu lets you make measurements of various Alpha FXM inputs, outputs, temperatures and other values. You can also use the Alpha UPS Monitor to make these measurements. See “Alpha UPS Monitor”. 6.5.1 Procedure 1. From the Logo screen go to the System Status menu.

  • Page 30: Viewing The 100-Event Log

    6.6 Viewing the 100-Event Log Using the LCD display, RS-232 or web interface, you can view up to the last 100 events the Alpha FXM went through and the malfunctions that triggered each of them. If more than 100 events occurred, the oldest is over- written.

  • Page 31: Communicating With The Rs-232 Interface

    6.7 Communicating with the RS-232 interface The following subsections describe the operation of the Alpha FXM via the RS-232 interface. • Wiring the RS-232 port. • Using the Main menu. • Adjusting and controlling the Alpha FXM. • Programming the dry contacts and the clock.

  • Page 32: Wiring The Rs-232 Port

    6.7.1 Wiring the RS-232 port The Alpha FXM’s front panel has a DE-9 female connector. When connected to a PC with Windows HyperTer- minal or other terminal emulation software, the Alpha FXM can be remotely monitored and controlled with it’s command-line system.

  • Page 33: Using The Main Menu

    Alpha FXM echoes the command back exactly as you typed it. Press Enter and retype the command again. If you choose not to use the command line system, you can use the Alpha UPS Monitor to control and monitor the Alpha FXM.

  • Page 34: Rs-232 Menu Tree

    6.9 RS-232 Menu Tree Submenus #1, 2 and 4 are read-only screens for monitoring the Alpha FXM. To control the Alpha FXM, use sub- menu #3, the Maintenance submenu. 0-Main Menu Submenus Submenus 8QLW 6SHFL¿FDWLRQV ,QSXW2XWSXW 9DOXHV 0DLQWHQDQFH /LQH 6ORZ...

  • Page 35: Line Status

    Freq low Line frequency is too low. Freq high Line frequency is too high. 6.9.2 Output Status Output status tells you how the Alpha FXM is producing power. For an updated value, press Enter. 7DEOH + ² 2XWSXW 6WDWXV Line mode Battery mode Battery mode, low bat.

  • Page 36: Fault And Alarm Displays

    Vout_Lo The output voltage is below specifications. Overload The Alpha FXM is overloaded. Remove excess loads. Backfeed A relay inside the Alpha FXM has failed and it cannot be replaced in the field. Contact Alpha Technologies customer service department. Bad_Battery The battery voltage has dropped below a specified level. Inverter shuts down.
  • Page 37 34 Line Qualify Time This lets you set the delay when the Alpha FXM goes from Battery mode to Line mode after the line becomes requalified. The purpose of this delay is to make sure the line is stable before the Alpha FXM switches back to it.

  • Page 38: Programming The Dry Contacts And The Clock

    Each contact can only be programmed for one function at a time and cannot show multiple conditions. 4. To reset the contacts to the factory default, type default and press Enter. The Alpha FXM responds with *default, showing it is reset. This command also resets the timer setting to the 2 hours factory default. See “Setting the Timer Contact”.

  • Page 39: Setting The Timer Contact

    6.9.6 Setting the Timer Contact The front panel’s timer contact can be programmed to suit your application. See "Contacts C1 to C6” and "Pro- gramming the Dry Contacts and the Clock". The table below explains how. 7DEOH 0 ² 6HWWLQJ WKH 7LPHU &RQWDFW (QWHU FRPPDQG 836 GLVSOD\ 'HVFULSWLRQ...

  • Page 40: Setting The Date And Time

    6.9.7 Setting the Date and Time 7DEOH 1 ² 6HWWLQJ WKH 'DWH DQG 7LPH (QWHU FRPPDQG 836 GLVSOD\ 'HVFULSWLRQ Returns the current date and clock and press Enter *clock=12/31/07 22:00:00 time. clock=010107 9 120000 and Sets the date and time to Jan †...

  • Page 41: Viewing The Serial Number

    6.9.8 Viewing the Serial Number To display the serial number of the Alpha FXM UPS, type " QY0" at the command line and press "Enter". 6.9.9 Setting the Peukert Number and Capacity You can set the Peukert Number and Capacity using the RS-232 interface or the web interface. To display the current Peukert Number, type " QY6"...

  • Page 42: 100-Event Log

    2. If less than 100 events occurred, the last entry will appear as: HYHQW;      3. To clear the log, type eventclr and press Enter. It takes the Alpha FXM 30 seconds to clear the log. Do not enter any other commands during this time.
  • Page 43 The Alpha UPS Monitor graphical user interface (GUI) provides web or Windows© like computer communications with the Alpha FXM. The screen and its features are shown below. It is used to monitor, control and set various parameters like the date and time, determine when to perform the weekly self test, change the relay configura- tions, etc.

  • Page 44: Checking Your Windows Computer For The .Net Framework

    5. When the window shown in the figure below appears, scroll through the list of applications. If you see Microsoft .NET Framework listed, the Framework is already installed and you can install the Alpha UPS Monitor. If you don’t see it listed, you MUST install it from the Microsoft Windows update web site before installing the software.

  • Page 45: Installation And Setup

    In the File drop-down menu, click on Connect to FXM. If the computer cannot connect to the Alpha FXM, a pop up screen appears asking you to check the wiring and that you are connected to the proper com port.

  • Page 46: Operation

    The on line indicator shows if you are connected to the Alpha FXM. The Alpha UPS Monitor automatically polls the Alpha FXM to obtain its status. The default setting is polling once every 3 seconds, but you can change this in the UPS Maintenance-Unit Configuration screen in the “Status Refresh Time”...

  • Page 47: Ups Monitoring

    These read-only screens show the Alpha FXM’s current input and output values and other measurements. Input & Output Shows the current line input and Alpha FXM output values and the Alpha FXM’s present operating mode. )LJXUH  ² 836 0RQLWRULQJ ,QSXW 2XWSXW VFUHHQ Battery &...
  • Page 48 Relay & Load Shed Shows how the front panel dry contacts are configured. If any relays are used for load shedding, the time setting is shown. )LJXUH  ² 836 0RQLWRULQJ 5HOD\ /RDG 6KHG VFUHHQ User Input Status Shows the current status of the user programmable inputs 1 to 3. )LJXUH  ²...

  • Page 49: Ups Maintenance

    6.10.3 UPS Maintenance The UPS Maintenance screens are used to configure and adjust the Alpha FXM to meet your operating needs. To change parameters, either click on the On/Off buttons or choose an item from a drop down menu. To execute the changes, click on the Update Settings button.
  • Page 50 An accurate battery runtime estimation requires the following parameter to be adjusted: • Peukert Number: Refer to the appendix for information about how to calculate the Peukert number to be entered here. • Battery Capacity: This is the rated capacity (Ah) of the battery shown on the battery data sheet. Do not con- fuse the battery capacity with the Peukert capacity.
  • Page 51 Controlling the external fan by temperature triggered dry contact The Alpha FXM has up to 6 dry contacts (C1 to C6) on the front panel which can be configured by the user to open or close based on the specific trigger conditions. Dry contact functions currently available include: Alarm, Fault, Timer, Low Battery, On Battery, etc.
  • Page 52 Dry contact functions are not programmable through the LCD. Use the RS-232 GUI or the HyperTerminal instead. 2. RS-232 GUI – Figure 26a shows the Relay Configuration window under the UPS Maintenance > Relay & Load Shed screen. As an example, to assign C1 as the Temperature trigger, select Temperature from the drop down menu.
  • Page 53 "Programming the Dry Contacts" (e.g. c1=11, where 11 is the assigned index for the Temperature trigger function.) After establishing an RS-232 connection with the Alpha FXM at the HyperTerminal screen prompt, type Temp and press Enter to display the current temperature setting (Alpha FXM returns *temp=20). To change the value to +35°C, type temp=35 and press Enter.
  • Page 54 A typical application of this timer controlled dry contact function is to control a traffic light. When the grid power fails, the Alpha FXM goes into the Inverter mode and continues supplying backup power to the traffic light. Since the batteries supplying the backup power have limited capacity, a timer controlled dry contact is usually config- ured to switch the traffic light into the flashing amber or flashing red mode after a user-defined period to conserve...

  • Page 55: Time And Date

    )LJXUH  ² 7LPH 2I 'D\ $FWLRQ 6WDWXV Once the Time of Day Action is configured, the Alpha FXM will automatically disable the timers during the Inverter mode at the defined peak periods. You can switch off the Time of Day Action by setting one or both time period(s) to OFF. The dry contact will be activated by the timer regardless of the peak period settings.

  • Page 56: User Input

    Any user input can be configured to perform a certain action in response to different trigger types and logic levels. For example, if you want the Alpha FXM to issue an intrusion alarm when the door is opened, you will need to wire the door with a switch that triggers a user input every time the door is opened.
  • Page 57 Procedure 1. Select UPS Maintenance > User Input to display the User Input Configuration window. )LJXUH  ² 8VHU ,QSXW &RQILJXUDWLRQ 6HWWLQJ WKH 7ULJJHU 7\SH 2. In the Input 1 column, select the Type down arrow to display the 3 types of available triggers: Edge Trigger, Level Toggle, and Level Alternative.
  • Page 58 Perform a quick test by shorting the User Input 1 dry contact pin (Pin 19 of C6) to ground (Pin 22 of C6) with a short length of PVC insulated electronic wire. This will trigger the Alpha FXM to issue a User Input Alarm as shown below.
  • Page 59 Operation Many of the screens used for Ethernet communications look and function the same and contain the same infor- mation as the Alpha UPS Monitor screens. There are additional screens only available with Ethernet communica- tions which are detailed below.
  • Page 60 Restoring All Parameters to Default Values The purpose of this command is to reset the Alpha FXM to the factory default state. See Table P for a list of pa- rameters that will be restored to their default values. &$87,21 7KLV FRPPDQG UHVHWV DOO SDUDPHWHUV WKDW DUH XVHUFRQ¿JXUDEOH $OO SUHYLRXVO\ SUR...
  • Page 61 7DEOH 3 ² /LVW RI 3DUDPHWHUV Maximum battery charging current Temperature compensation of battery charging Maximum allowable duration of output short circuit before shutdown Property settings of programmable user input #1 Action #1 setting of programmable user input #1 Action #2 setting of programmable user input #1 Property settings of programmable user input #2 Action #1 setting of programmable user input #2 Action #2 setting of programmable user input #2...

  • Page 62: Alarms & Faults

    Event History This screen shows the last 100 events recorded by the Alpha FXM. Choosing a number in the Event Index drop- down box and then clicking on the View Selected button will display the updated information about the selected event.
  • Page 63 file by selecting File > Save As. To build a complete history of events for an Alpha FXM, save all the downloaded events from the unit to the same event file. A maximum of 100 events can be stored on the Alpha FXM. The oldest events are replaced by the newest ones.

  • Page 64: Upgrade Files

    This feature is available only on Alpha FXM UPS equipped with the network interface card factory option. To upgrade the Alpha UPS Monitor firmware, browse to the .bin file and click OK to start the upload. This may take a few minutes to complete.

  • Page 65: Keep Alive

    Keep Alive The Keep Alive feature can be used to reset power when a communication failure is detected. The purpose of the reset is to temporarily remove power and reset the local communications equipment powered by this unit. The goal of the Keep Alive feature is to attempt to restore communications by resetting the local communication equipment until communications is re-established % 5HY ...
  • Page 66 Keep Alive status/manual control: a. The Status field allows the user to enable or disable the Keep Alive function. When disabled the alarm is cleared. b. The Delay to Startup field allows the user to set the time to the first ping from the enable ping or UPS restart after a ping failure.

  • Page 67: Communicating Via The Intranet Or Internet

    If the Alpha FXM is equipped with the optional, factory-installed FXM communication module, then the internet or a company intranet can be used to communicate with the Alpha FXM. In addition, the Alpha FXM can be moni- tored and controlled via a web browser or with SNMP protocols.
  • Page 68 Edge trigger When the user input changes from one state to the other, the Alpha FXM is triggered to perform Action #1. If the level is set to High, the action will be triggered by a Low to High edge (leading edge). If the level is set to Low, the action will be triggered by the High to Low edge (falling edge).
  • Page 69 Level Alternative When the level is set to High, the Alpha FXM is triggered to perform the next action when the user input changes from Low to High. If the input then changes from High to Low, no action will be triggered because the level is set to High.

  • Page 70: Maintenance

    7. Maintenance 7.1 Updating the Software The Alpha FXM’s firmware can be reinstalled or updated to the latest version with this procedure. If your Alpha FXM is provided with the factory-installed FXM communication module, the firmware upgrade can be done via an intranet or internet connection.
  • Page 71 6. In the uBug12 screen, type (all lower case) fbulk and press ENTER. The erase pop-up appears. It disappears when the Alpha FXM’s memory is erased. If an error message appears, send the fbulk command again.  (UDVH SRSXS DSSHDUV  7\SH IEXON In the uBug12 screen, type (all lower case) fload(1 space);b and press ENTER.
  • Page 72 8. When the software has finished loading into the Alpha FXM, the pop-up shows “Loaded OK in (xx) seconds.” If an error message appears, switch off the Alpha FXM and start over again. It should not take more than one or two restarts to load the software. If problem persists, contact Alpha technical support.

  • Page 73: Testing And Replacing The Batteries

    Temperature – higher ambient temperatures, especially above 25°C, will reduce battery life. For example, an average operating temperature of 27°C will likely reduce the life of the battery by 25%. Ensure that the Alpha FXM and batteries are situated in a well ventilated area with adequate temperature control. A cool environment is preferable.

  • Page 74: Battery Maintenance

    New batteries will normally provide longer run times than older ones. Larger capacity batteries may be available. Contact Alpha Technical Support (1 888 462 7487) to order replacement batteries or to obtain assistance. On-site service may be available in your area.
  • Page 75 Procedure 1. The Alpha FXM must be in the Line state. If it isn’t, wait until the line is qualified before proceeding. 2. Switch the Alpha FXM into the Bypass State by doing one of the following: a. From the Alpha FXM control panel, navigate to the UPS Control Menu > INV BYPASS. Press the SELECT button once OFF is flashing.

  • Page 76: Preventative Maintenance

    Terminal batteries to the manufacturers specifications on if required. 6. Label the batteries #1, #2, #3 and #4. The battery negative cable from the Alpha FXM is connected to Battery #1, and the battery positive cable from the Alpha FXM is connected to Battery #4.

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting

    8. Troubleshooting When the front panel alarm LED is illuminated or flashing, the Alpha FXM has a malfunction. The alarm and fault submenus describe the malfunction. The Alpha UPS Monitor can also be used for troubleshooting. 8.1 Procedure 1. Press the SELECT button.
  • Page 78 This fault is also known requalifies the line. as a Low Battery Shutdown or Bad Battery. DANGER: Do NOT touch the AC input A relay inside the Alpha FXM has failed. Backfeed terminals. Contact Alpha Technical It cannot be fixed in the field. Support.

  • Page 79: Specifications

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  • Page 81 7DEOH 9 ² (OHFWULFDO 6SHFL¿FDWLRQV 3DUDPHWHU 9DOXH Battery Charger Current, Amps FXM 650-48/1100/2000: 48 VDC. Battery Charger Temperature -5 mV/°C/Cell (factory default), user adjustable to -2.5, -4, -5 or -6 mV/°C/Cell. Compensation Battery type Anderson Power mating part SB50 or equivalent. (I¿FLHQF\ LV PHDVXUHG DW DQ DPELHQW WHPSHUDWXUH RI ƒ& IXOO UHVLVWLYH FRQGLWLRQ DQG QRPLQDO /LQH DQG %DWWHU\ YROWDJH :LWK H[WHUQDO EDWWHU\ WHPSHUDWXUH SUREH DVVHPEO\ )RU );0 4  FKDUJHU FRPSHQVDWLRQ LV GLVDEOHG Table W —...

  • Page 82: Puekert Number And Battery Capacity

    10. Puekert Number and Battery Capacity 10.1 Introduction The Alpha FXM series UPS units run on batteries when the AC utility power fails. In this mode, the user may want to estimate the remaining time that UPS batteries can supply power to the loads.
  • Page 83 The following example shows how to calculate Peukert’s number and capacity from a configured battery string. Consider four Alpha 180GXL batteries connected and configured as shown in the figure below. Two of the four batteries are connected in series, and the two series strings are connected in parallel to the 24 V DC output.

  • Page 84: Using The Spreadsheet

    10.5 Using the Spreadsheet Download the spreadsheet “Peukert’s Parameters Calculator.xls” from www.alpha.ca website. & % 5HY ...

  • Page 85: Battery Warranty

    11. Warranty Alpha Technologies Ltd. warrants all equipment manufactured by it to be free from defects in parts and labor, for a period of two years from the date of shipment from the factory. The warranty provides for repairing, replacing or issuing credit (at Alpha’s discretion) for any equipment manufactured by it and returned by the customer to...

  • Page 86: Emergency Shutdown Procedure

    12. Emergency Shutdown Procedure The Alpha FXM UPS contains more than one live circuit. In an emergency, line power may be disconnected at the UPS’s input, but AC power can still be present at the output. 1. Switch OFF the input circuit breaker.
  • Page 88 Cell.: +55 13 7806 1438 Visit us at www.alpha.ca Due to continuing product development, Alpha Technologies reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Copyright © 2010 Alpha Technologies. All Rights Reserved. Alpha® is a registered trademark of Alpha Technologies.

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