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La Marche Manufacturing Company www.lamarchemfg.com DCPS DC Power System Installation and Operation Manual 106 Bradrock Dr. Des Plaines, IL 60018-1967 CPN 133202 Instruction Drawing Number: P25-LDCPS-1 Tel: 847 299 1188 Fax: 847 299 3061 Revision A04 Rev. Date: 03/19 ECN: 22133...
Important Safety Instructions Before using this equipment, read all manuals and other documents related to this unit and other equipment connected to this unit. Always have a copy of the unit’s manual on file nearby in a safe place; if a replacement copy of a manual is needed, it can be found at www.lamarchemfg.com.
If any damage is observed, take pictures and contact the carrier immediately to file a damage claim. Contact La Marche for a Return Material Authorization number to have the unit sent back for evaluation and repair.
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ........................i Electrical Safety ............................i Mechanical Safety ............................i Battery Safety ............................i Unit Location ............................. ii Check for Damages ........................... ii Returns for Service ............................ ii Inspection Checklist ........................... ii Handling ..............................ii Table of Contents ............................
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Figure 15 – Installing the Subrack ........................12 Figure 16 – Installing a Rectifier ........................13 Figure 17 – Removing the Front Panel from the DCPS ...................13 Figure 18 – Removing the Top Cover ......................14 Figure 19 – Removing the Top Cover ......................14 Figure 20 –...
Overview Introduction The La Marche DCPS system utilizes high efficiency rectifiers, a highly intelligent system controller, I/O interface board for alarms/ sensors, and a load/battery distribution panel. This complete DC system offers battery management with low voltage disconnect, remote monitoring, remote configuration and configurable alarm contacts.
DCD – DC Distribution Panel Figure 3 shows the DC section of the DC distribution panel (top view without the top cover) for the DCPS. Figure 4 shows the AC section of the DC distribution panel for the DCPS. Table 2 lists the power distribution specifications for the DCPS.
Figure 4 – DCPS Back View (1) Cable Entry Holes (2) AC Input Ground Terminals (3) AC Input Terminals Item DCPS Input System 110 VAC dual–live wire AC Input Four terminals (for one to four routes) DC Output Circuit Breaker...
Panel Figure 6 – DCR Panel (1) Power Indicator (2) Alarm Indicator (3) Fault Indicator (4) Locking Latch (5) Handle Indicators Indicator Color Status Description Power Indicator Green Steady On The rectifier has an AC power input. The rectifier has no AC power input. The rectifier is faulty.
DCSC – System Controller Description The DC System Controller (DCSC) is an intelligent module that monitors and manages La Marche DC power systems. The controller provides the system with Battery Management, Energy Conservation, Rectifier Management, Intelligent Battery Hibernation Mode, Battery Testing, Battery Charging, and Current Limiting controls.
Buttons Button Name Description Scrolls up menus or sets parameter values. Down Scrolls down menus or sets parameter values. Back Returns to the previous menu without saving the settings. Enter Enters the main menu from the standby screen. Enters a submenu from the main menu. Saves the menu settings.
Signal Description Sends data over the FE. Receives data over the FE. 4, 5, 7, and 8 Not defined None Table 6 – FE Port Pin Definitions Signal Description Sends data over RS485. Receives data over RS485. RX232 Receives data over RS232. TX232 Sends data over RS232.
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Ports Port Type Silk Screen Description Sensor Port TEM-HUM Temperature and Humidity Sensor WATER Water Sensor TEMP1 Ambient Temperature Sensor 1 TEMP2 Ambient Temperature Sensor 2 GATE Door Status Sensor SMOKE Smoke Sensor (Refer to Appendix E) BTEMP Battery Temperature Sensor Boolean Value Signal Port DIN1 Boolean Value Input 1...
Installation Installation Preparations 3.1.1 Tools Figure 12 – Installation Tools 3.1.2 Requirements for Cable Routing The bending semidiameter of power cables and ground cables should be greater than or equal to three times the diameter of the power cables and ground cables respectively. The bending semidiameter of signal cables should be greater than or equal to five times the diameter of the signal cables.
Step 2 the total quantity is inconsistent with the packing list, identify the cause and contact the La Marche office. Check whether the packing case is intact. If no, identify the cause and contact the La Marche Step 3 office.
Figure 14 – Installing Mounting Brackets (Reverse Installation) (1) Mounting Hole 1 (2) Mounting Hole 2 (3) Mounting Hole 3 (Reserved) (Reserved, default) (Reserved) Figure 15 – Installing the Subrack 3.2.2 Installing Subrack into a 23-Inch Rack For details about how to install the subrack into a 23-inch rack, see section 3.2.1.
Figure 16 – Installing a Rectifier 3.3.2 Installing Circuit Breaker Procedure Step 1 Remove the front panel from the DCPS, as shown in Figure 17 Figure 17 – Removing the Front Panel from the DCPS Remove the top cover from the DCPS. Step 2 Loosen the captive screws on the top cover by using a Philips screw driver.
Figure 18 – Removing the Top Cover Step 3 Lift the top cover and take it out. Figure 19 – Removing the Top Cover CAUTION: When you remove the top cover, hold the top cover by hands to prevent it from falling into the subrack.
Step 6 Reinstall the front panel for the DCPS. Installing a Ground Cable Install a subrack ground cable into the rack by using M6x16 screws. Figure 21 shows the subrack ground terminals. Figure 21 – Subrack Ground Terminals (1) Subrack Ground Terminals...
Installing Communication Cables If the power system connects to power and environmental monitoring equipment, connect the communications cables to the RS485/RS232 port on the DCSC. If the power system requires remote management over the WebUI or a third-party SNMP device, connect the communications cables to the FE port.
Reinstalling AC Dual-Live Wire Input Power Cables Prerequisites CAUTION The upper-level circuitry breaker required for the DCPS must have a capacity greater than the maximum input current of the DCPS and must be switched off. 3.9.1 Installing AC Input Ground Cable Remove the rear cover from the DCPS, as shown in Figure 25.
M6X16 bolts, spring washers, and flat washers. Figure 27 shows an AC input ground terminal Figure 27 – AC Input Ground Terminals (Straight Rear View) (1) AC Input Ground Terminals 3.9.2 Installing AC Input Power Cable The DCPS supports one to four AC dual-live wire inputs.
Figure 28 – Installing Power Cables for four AC dual-live Wire Inputs Reinstall the AC input protective cover. Step 3 Reinstall the rear cover for the DCPS. Step 4 (Optional) Installing Power Cables for Three AC Dual–Live Wire Inputs Install short-circuit copper bars. Connect AC input terminals 3-L1 and 4-L1 by using short-circuit Step 1 copper bar 1.
Step 4 Reinstall the AC input protective cover. Step 5 Reinstall the rear cover for the DCPS. (Optional) Installing Power Cables for Two AC Dual–Live Wire Inputs Step 1 Install short-circuit copper bars. Connect AC input terminals 1-L1 and 2-L1 by using short-circuit copper bar 1.
(1) Short-Circuit Copper Bar 1 (2) Short-Circuit Copper Bar 2 Reinstall the AC input protective cover. Step 4 Reinstall the rear cover for the DCPS. Step 5 Verifying the Installation Checking Hardware Installation Check that all screws, especially those used for electrical connections, are secured. Check that flat washers and spring washers are installed properly.
Commissioning Connecting the AC Power Supply Procedure Measure the input voltage on the AC input circuit breaker. The value should range from 85VAC Step 1 to 300VAC. Switch on the AC input circuit breaker and measure the output voltage on the AC input circuit Step 2 breaker.
Main Menu Second- Third- Fourth- Default Value Setting Value Level Menu Level Menu Level Menu Capacity Other Installation 2010-01-01 Set to the current date Parameters Time Table 12 – Setting Battery Parameters (Optional) Setting the Hibernation Parameter CAUTION Before hibernating rectifiers, ensure that the upper-level circuit breaker can endure a current greater than the maximum input of the power system.
CAUTION There is only one FE port on the DCSC. Before performing step 3, disconnect the original cable from the FE port and then reconnect it after performing the following steps. Step 4 Set the laptop IP address in the same network segment as the DCSC IP address preset in step For example, if the DCSC has an IP address of 192.168.0.10 and a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0, set the IP address to 192.168.0.11 and subnet mask to 255.255.255.0 on the laptop.
Switch all the circuit breakers to appropriate status based on site requirements. Step 5 Observe the DCPS for 15 minutes. If no alarm is generated on the LCD of the DCSC during this period of time, the voltages and currents for batteries and loads are normal.
Maintenance Performing Routine Maintenance In order for the DCPS to continue to operate properly, it must undergo routine maintenance. The recommended maintenance schedule is listed below. Yearly 1. Confirm air vents are open. Remove dust and debris from interior of charger.
Technical Specifications Category Item Specifications Environment Operating Temperature –40°C to +65°C Transportation –40°C to +70°C Temperature Storage Temperature –40°C to +70°C Operating Humidity 5% – 95% RH Storage Humidity 5% – 95% RH Altitude 0 – 4000 m When the altitude ranges from 2000 m to 4000 m, the operating temperature decreases by 1°C for each additional 200 m.
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Category Item Specifications DC Output DC Output Overvoltage 58.5 VDC to 60.5 VDC Protection Protection Threshold Rectifier Efficiency R4850G2: ≥ 96% (Peak Point) ≥ 95% (230 VAC, 30–100% Load) Output Power R4850G2: 3000 W (input voltage: 176–290 VAC) 1250 W (The power linearly derates when the voltage ranges from 85 VAC to 175 VAC.) Overvoltage Protection 58.5 V DC to 60.5 V DC...
Installed in a 19-inch or 23-inch rack Cable Routing Routed in and out from the rear Maintenance Mode Maintained from the front Heat Dissipation Natural heat dissipation Table 15 – Technical Specifications Electrical Conceptual Diagram Figure 35 – DCPS Electrical Conceptual Diagram...
Associations Between Alarms and Dry Contacts on the DCU Port Type Silk Screen Description Boolean Value DIN1 Reserved Port DIN2 Reserved DIN3 Reserved DIN4 Reserved DIN5 Reserved DIN6 Reserved Dry Contact ALM1 Reports alarms for AC power failures. (Closed: Alarm; Open: Normal) The default ALM2 Reports alarms for DC overvoltage or under-voltage.
Acronyms and Abbreviations ASIC Application-Specific Integrated Circuit BLVD Battery Low Voltage Disconnection Conducted Susceptibility Electrical Fast Transient Electromagnetic Compatibility Electrostatic Discharge Fast Ethernet HTTPS Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure International Electro-Technical Commission Internet Protocol Liquid Crystal Display LLVD Load Low Voltage Disconnection Large-Scale Integrated MTBF Mean Time Between Failures...
Smoke Sensor Accessory Safety Notification (S8-DCPS-SMS-1) Ref. Part Number(s): #135373 S8-DCPS-SMS-1 Smoke Sensor, with 1.7m Signal Cable) #135824 Label for P24SMS-HUA-1 Smoke Sensor This is to declare that the smoke sensor – #135373 (which is used as an accessory to the...
1. The equipment can be returned to the La Marche factory to have the inspections, parts replacements and testing performed by factory personnel. Should it be necessary to return a piece of equipment or parts to the factory, the customer or sales representative must obtain authorization from the factory.
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