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Lifasa PFCL Elite 6 Instruction Manual

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PFCL Elite 6/PFCL Elite 12
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  • Page 1 POWER FACTOR REGULATOR PFCL Elite 6/PFCL Elite 12 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 2 PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 - 1 -...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 _________________________________________________________ Table of contents INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY TIPS ....................... 3 ..............3 HECKS TO BE CARRIED OUT WHEN THE REGULATOR IS RECEIVED ..............................4 EFINITIONS 1.2.1 4-Quadrant Regulator..........................4 1.2.2 FCP System (FAST Computerized Program)....................4 1.2.3...

  • Page 4: Introduction And Safety Tips

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY TIPS INTERNATIONAL CAPACITORS S.A. thanks you for choosing one of the regulators from the PFCL Elite series. These units have been built with state-of-the-art technologies, including a powerful processor that can calculate the optimum algorithms and achieve the best correction of the cos .

  • Page 5: Definitions

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 Fig. 1.1.- Rear label of the unit Definitions The following definitions might be useful to understand some of the sections in this manual. 1.2.1 4-Quadrant Regulator. The regulator is capable of performing the measurement and regulation functions when the active power is...

  • Page 6: Stages And Steps

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 1.2.3 Stages and Steps We must explain the difference between stages and steps. In this manual, a STAGE is described as the capacitor banks in which the power factor compensation unit is divided, which may have different power ratings, usually in 1:1, 1:2, 1:2:4, etc.

  • Page 7: Harmonics And Thd

    In this case, contact a qualified service representative. The persons responsible for the installation or operation of the PFCL Elite 6 or PFCL Elite 12 regulator must follow the common safety measures for LV or MV installations to guarantee a safe operation, depending on the installation location.

  • Page 8: Technical Features

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 Technical features The main features of the unit are marked on the label on the rear (see Fig. 1.1) and they are also described in the quick guide attached. They are summarised in the following table: Main power supply and 480, 400, 230, or 110 Vac.

  • Page 9: Connections

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 2.2.2 Connections The following points must be checked before the unit is powered: The installation and maintenance of the equipment must be performed by qualified and authorised staff, in accordance with the national and international Standards.

  • Page 10: Connection Diagrams. Pfcl Elite 6/12

    See label on the unit. Fig. 2.2.- PFCL Elite 6/ PFCL Elite12 Connection diagram NOTE: The two COM terminals are not internally connected. In the case of the model with 12 relay outputs, the two COM outputs of the regulator must be short-circuited.
  • Page 11 Contact the manufacturer to obtain the table of addresses. See section 4.4. to change the communications configuration. Fig. 2.5.- Example of an RS-485 network, using PFCL Elite 6/ PFCL Elite12 - 10 -...

  • Page 12: General Features

    - Many different programs, from 1:1:1:1 to 1:9:9:9. This can divide the total power in up to 46 steps in PFCL Elite 6 and up to 100 steps in PFCL Elite 12. - FCP system that minimises the number of capacitor connections and disconnections.

  • Page 13: Front Panel: Screen And Keyboard

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 FRONT PANEL: SCREEN AND KEYBOARD The regulator's front panel shows the following signs: Fig. 4.1.- Front panel of the device NOTE: The setup process, different parameters and regulation modes are described in detail in the Regulator Operation section (Section 5).

  • Page 14: Lcd Screen

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 LCD Screen The regulator's screen is of the LCD type and is composed of the following (Fig 4.4.): 15 digits with 7 segments, arranged on 4 lines, with which the equipment provides information about the variables measured or the configuration variables in alphanumerical form.

  • Page 15: Regulator's Operation

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 REGULATOR'S OPERATION Start-up Screen A start-up screen will be displayed when the PFCL Elite is powered, showing the unit's version, voltage model and number of relays available. This information must be included when reporting any fault or defect.

  • Page 16: Measurement Screens

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 Measurement Screens In the normal state, the regulator measures different parameters, which can be displayed on different screens. The device also acquires the maximum and minimum values of the said parameters and displays them after the last reset, even after the unit is turned off and restarted.
  • Page 17 PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 Currents and Temperatures Screen (PM5; TypeM1): The following data is displayed: Current (in A). Leakage current (in mA). Temperature (in ºC). Comments about temperature measurements: the unit uses an internal sensor to display the approximate external...
  • Page 18 PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 Screens with the Number of Capacitor Connections (PM12, PM13, PM14 and PM15; TypeM3): The number of screens will depend on the number of capacitors configured. We will have a maximum of 4 screens, since the information of 3 capacitors will be shown on a single screen.

  • Page 19: Functions Of The Keys On The Measurement Screens

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 5.3.1 Functions of the Keys on the Measurement Screens The measurement screens will always be displayed when the unit is in the Normal state (RUN). Use the keyboard to browse these screens. The functions of each key displayed on the measurement screens are described next: Browses the screens and returns to the previous screen.

  • Page 20: Browsing The Measurement Screens

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 5.3.2 Browsing the Measurement Screens Forcing stages and changing to the Setup mode Manual Switch. Connection Long Press Manual switch. Disconnection Long Press Setup Screens Long Press Browsing the measurement screens Previous screen...

  • Page 21: Setup Screens

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 Setup Screens A series of parameters must be programmed to adjust the regulator to the type of installation where the cosϕ will be regulated. The programmable parameters are found on the different setup screens shown next (in order).
  • Page 22 PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 Table 5-1: Plug&Play Errors and messages displayed on the screen Description ERROR Some stages can be cancelled by the leakage current alarm or forced in the On/Off/Auto Setup. The Plug&Play function cannot be executed in these cases.
  • Page 23 PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 Setup Screen of the Voltage and Current Phase (PC4, TypeC2): This parameter can be used to adapt the regulator to the different connection options of the power supply and measurement cables and those of the current transformer to the phases of the three-phase system.
  • Page 24 PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 When the 440 V capacitor power reference is used for a 400 V grid voltage, the following table is used: IMPORTANT!: When the C/K adjustment is configured under the real values, there will be a series of continuous connections and disconnections with minor load variations.
  • Page 25 Setup Screen of the Number of Stages (PC7, TypeC2): This screen can be used to configure the number of relay outputs for the regulator. Up to 6 or 12 outputs can be configured, depending on the model, PFCL Elite 6 or PFCL Elite 12.
  • Page 26 PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 Communications Setup Screen (PC9, TypeC2): This screen is used to configure various communications-related parameters (RS-485) for the unit: The baud rate (9600, 19200 or 38400) The parity (nonE - None, EvEn - Even, odd - Odd)
  • Page 27 PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 In case there are capacitors that have been disconnected, a third editable parameter (No/Yes) will be displayed on the setup screen, which can be used to activate the capacitors that have been deactivated by this alarm.
  • Page 28 PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 Verification Screen (PC13, TypeC5); The Verification screen shows information that cannot be edited and it is opened before activating the Setup state, i.e., this screen will be opened when changing from the Normal (RUN) state to the Setup state.

  • Page 29: Functions Of The Keys In The Setup Screens

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 5.4.1 Functions of the Keys in the Setup Screens The setup screens will be displayed when the unit is in the Setup state. The setup screens state whether the parameter edition mode is active or not. This is easy to see, since the parameters that can be edited start flashing when the mode is active.

  • Page 30: Browses The Setup Screens

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 5.4.2 Browses the setup screens. Browses and edits the setup screens. Previous Screen Change of parameter to Measurement Verification be edited Screens Screen Tipo C2 Type C2 Long Press Long Press Type C5...

  • Page 31: Error Messages: Errors And Alarms

    PFCL Elite 6 / PFCL Elite 12 ERROR Messages: errors and alarms In the Normal mode, the screen will show a code with the type of error or alarm detected when the unit detects an error or alarm. The errors and alarms that can be detected and the messages displayed on the...

  • Page 32: Integration Of Pfcl Elite In Scada Power Studio

    MAINTENANCE The PFCL Elite 6 or PFCL Elite 12 regulator does not require a special type of maintenance. Try to avoid any form of adjustment, maintenance or repairs while the unit is open. If this cannot be avoided, only qualified and trained staff must carry out these operations.

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