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Copyright 2005 The contents of this manual are the copyright of the publisher and may not be reproduced (even extracts) unless permission granted. Every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this manual, but no liability can be accepted for any errors or omission.
LV Directive (Safety) • EMC Directive Declaration of conformity with UPS harmonised standards and directives EN 62040-1-1 (Safety) and EN 50091-2 (EMC) are available on the web site (http://www.powerware.com). User precautions The only user operations permitted are: • Start up and shut down of the UPS, excluding the commissioning start-up.
Warning! The user is not permitted to open of any screws excluding connectivity plates and the MBS locking plate. Failure to recognise the electrical hazards could prove fatal. Environment The UPS must be installed according to the recommendations in this manual. Under no circumstances the UPS should be installed in an airtight room, in the presence of flammable gases, or in an environment exceeding the specification.
2. Mechanical installation The UPS and accessories are delivered on a specifically designed pallet that is easy to move with a forklift or a pallet jack. Keep the UPS always in upright position and do not drop the equipment. Do not either stack the pallets because of high-energy batteries involved and the heavy weight Deliver y check The UPS is delivered with the following items:...
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Check the information on the type designation label of the equipment to verify that the unit is of the correct type. The type designation label includes ratings, a CE marking, a type code, a part number and a serial number. The serial number is important when making inquiries. It allows individual recognition of the equipment.
3. Planning before installation The equipment must be installed in upright position. The equipment requires space to front and back to enable cooling airflow, service and maintenance. All cooling air enters at front and exits at unit rear. The required min. clearance from unit rear to an obstruction is 150 mm. Figure 3 .
4. Cabinet installation The required distance for UPS units next to each other is ten millimetres. The same applies to the optional battery cabinets that should be installed next to the UPS cabinet. Figure 5. UPS and external battery cabinets. The UPS family has several alternative battery cabinets and configurations depending on the selected back-up time and quality of batteries.
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Figure 7. The mechanical bypass switch (MBS) when installed in the backside. Figure 8. 9155 MBS assembly 1022403 UPS 8 – 15 kVA, 230V 50/60 Hz output Revision B1 User’s Guide...
Transformer option The galvanic isolation transformer can be ordered as factory installed. The transformer is an integral part of the UPS unit. Alternatively, the isolation transformer can be purchased as a separate item to upgrade your existing system. Figure 9. Transformer option can be ordered factory installed (integral) or separately. The overtemperature sensor cable is connected to the control input (X45 or X44) of the UPS, see the next drawing.
External battery cabinet option It’ s recommended to install external battery cabinets next to the UPS unit. The external battery can be placed on either side of the UPS unit. Check before the installation that the battery voltage values in the type plate of the UPS and external battery cabinets are the same. The cables are delivered with the external battery cabinet.
5. Electrical installation The customer has to supply the wiring to connect the UPS to the local power source. The electrical installation procedure is described in the following text. The installation inspection and initial start up of the UPS and extra battery cabinet shall be carried out by a qualified engineer with UPS installation experience.
The UPS unit has the following power connections: • Three-phase (L1, L2, L3) and protective earth (PE) connection for the rectifier input Single-phase (L1), Neutral (N) isolated connection point (bypass N is used in the rectifier) and protective earth (PE) connection for the rectifier input. •...
UPS area. The warning label for electrical maintenance personnel shall carry the following wording or equivalent: “ISOLATE UNINTERRUBTIBLE POWER SUPPLY (UPS) BEFORE WORKING ON THIS CIRCUIT.” A readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the building installation wiring as shown in diagrams.
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Figure 15. Wiring diagram of UPS N-model (3-ph rectifier) with integral MBS. Figure 16. Wiring diagram of UPS N-model (3-ph rectifier). 1022403 UPS 8 – 15 kVA, 230V 50/60 Hz output Revision B1 User’s Guide...
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Note! Site wiring fault must be disabled from LCD User Settings menu. Figure 21. Wiring diagram of UPS S-model (1-ph rectifier) with integral MBS, (Norway) Note! Site wiring fault must be disabled from LCD User Settings menu. Figure 22. Wiring diagram of UPS S-model (1-ph rectifier), (Norway) UPS 8 –...
Note! Site wiring fault must be disabled from LCD User Settings menu. Figure 23. Wiring diagram of UPS ST-model (1-ph rectifier), (Norway) External Battery Cabinet (EBC) installation procedure The installation procedure is as follows: The EBC is recommended to place next to the UPS unit. Note! Do not place EBC on the UPS unit.
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Warning! If there is already connected battery string to terminal block there is a danger of a lethal electric shock. Thus it is recommended break a battery circuit by disconnecting one of the cables from battery string before connecting new cables to terminal circuit. If the system consists two or more EBC connect first the EBCs parallel as follows: a) Connect the cables to second EBC in the same way as guided in point four (4) of this installation procedure.
Figure 25. To minimise safety risk remove + or - cable from battery string before connecting UPS and EBCs. SPM tie cabinet The System Parallel Module (SPM), provided by UPS manufacturer, has input connections up to three parallel UPS modules. It is also possible to use two parallel UPS modules and one bypass connection.
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Figure 26. Dimensions of the SPM Figure 27. Cable routing of the SPM 1022403 UPS 8 – 15 kVA, 230V 50/60 Hz output Revision B1 User’s Guide...
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Figure 28. SPM9155 wiring diagram with three UPSs connected Figure 29. SPM9155 wiring diagram with two UPSs and bypass connected 1022403 Revision B1 UPS 8 – 15 kVA, 230V 50/60 Hz output User’s Guide...
6. Software and connectivity The software Suite CD-ROM that is bundled with the UPS contains software distributions and documentation in CD format. Furthermore, the comprehensive connectivity option portfolio includes Web/SNMP adapters for networked environments, Modem card for 24/7 remote monitoring, ModBus/Jbus card for building management system integration, relay interface cards for industrial and facilities use and RS-232 cards for serial communication to one or multiple computers.
Figure 31. Identification of the interface port pins. LanSafe software The LanSafe software shuts down computers and whole networks in case of an extended power failure. It provides basic monitoring, data logging, notification and event actions for a single UPS solution. The software is bundled free of charge in Software Suite CD. The connection procedure for the RS-232 interface port is following: 1.
Figure 32. External control cable connections to the UPS. Note! Pay attention to proper polarity if one is using a semiconductor switch type. A relay or other mechanical control is a preferred method. Emergency Power Off (EPO) This input is used to shut down the UPS from a distance. This feature can be used for emergency power down.
Relay outputs The UPS incorporates a programmable relay output with potential free contacts at X57 for remote alarm indications. It is rated for max. 30 VAC 1 A or 60 VDC 0,2 A nominal values. Additional (4) relay outputs can be obtained with the X-slot compatible AS/400 Relay Module (optional). Warning! The relay contacts must not be directly connected to mains related circuits.
X-slot communication (option) X-Slot modules allow the UPS to communicate in a variety of networking environments and with different types of devices. The UPS incorporates two (2) empty X-slot communication bays. Figure 33. Location of empty X-slot bays. The UPS supports two serial communication devices according to the table below. l s - l s - l s -...
AS400 Relay Module (optional) The Relay Module provides potential free relay interface for AS/400 connected computers and industrial applications. The relay interface supports both 15-pin D-sub connector and terminal block connections up to four (4) potential free relays. The relay contacts are rated for 1 A, 30 Vac or 200 mA, 60 Vdc, and they have a galvanic isolation from the other circuits of the UPS unit.
7. User operations The UPS has a four-button graphical LCD with backlight. It provides useful information about the unit itself, load status, events, measurements, and settings. The LCD backlight is switched on by pressing any button. It has a timeout that automatically switches off after 15 minutes of inactivity.
User Settings The UPS has the following typical settings that are user configurable. Note that some of the settings become effective at the next start-up of the UPS. : l a & a t l i f i l s - l s - a t l t a i...
Configuring user settings User settings can be configured via front panel. Select Settings from main menu and then select User Settings. Changing language Pressing and holding down the first button on the left for about 5 seconds selects the language menu.
Normal start-up Check the mechanical and electrical installation of the UPS before start-up. Go through the checklist below together with another person. Check Read the attached safety manual before you work on the unit. The unit is fixed according to mechanical installation The ambient conditions are within specification.
8. Maintenance All operations inside the unit must be performed only by a service engineer from the manufacturer or from an agent, authorised by the manufacturer. The troubleshooting procedure gives simple remedial if a malfunction occurs in the UPS. The operator should start the trouble shooting if there is an active alarm indicated on the LCD screen.
Servicing of batteries should be performed or supervised by personnel knowledgeable about batteries and required precautions. When replacing batteries, replace with the same type and number of batteries. Note! Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries may explode. Do not open or mutilate batteries.
Figure 41. The normal positions of the three MBS switches. Turn UPS from normal mode to mechanical bypass The procedure to turn the UPS to mechanical bypass switch is described below. Figure 42. The normal (UPS supplying the load) positions of the three MBS switches. No break transfer from normal mode to Service Bypass: The normal start position should be following: Use LCD to turn the UPS on internal static bypass mode.
Turn OFF the S2 switch to disconnect UPS bypass input: Remount the locking plate of the S1-3 switches to the position to prevent the use of them. UPS is now in the mechanical bypass mode, see below: Turn UPS from mechanical bypass to normal mode The procedure to turn the UPS back to normal mode is described below.
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Turn ON S3 switch to connect UPS output to load: Turn OFF S1 switch to disconnect bypass output: Use LCD to transfer the UPS to normal mode. Remount the locking plate of the S1-3 swiches to the position to prevent the use of them. UPS is now in Normal mode, see below: UPS 8 –...
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11. Warranty The product is warranted against defects in design, materials and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from its original date of purchase. The local office or distributor may grant a warranty period different to the above and refer to local terms of liability as defined in the supply contract.