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  • Page 1 Liebert® GXT5 UPS Installer/User Guide 120 V Input, 120 V Output (LV)
  • Page 2 The products covered by this instruction manual are manufactured and/or sold by Vertiv. This document is the property of Vertiv and contains confidential and proprietary information owned by Vertiv. Any copying, use, or disclosure of it without the written permission of Vertiv is strictly prohibited.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.4 Transferring from Normal to Bypass Mode 4.5 Transferring from Bypass to Normal Mode 4.6 Shutting-down the UPS Completely 4.7 Remote Emergency Power Off (REPO) 5 Operation and Display Panel 5.1 LED Indicators Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.
  • Page 4 7.1 Symptoms that Require Troubleshooting 7.2 Audible Alarm (Buzzer) 7.2.1 Faults 7.3 Troubleshooting UPS Issues 8 Specifications 8.1 Battery Run Times Appendices Appendix A: Technical Support and Contacts Appendix B: Open Source Software Legal Notices Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT! This manual contains important safety instructions that must be followed during the installation and maintenance of the UPS and batteries. Read this manual thoroughly and the safety and regulatory information, available at https://www.vertiv.com/ComplianceRegulatoryInfo, before attempting to install, connect to supply, or operate this UPS.
  • Page 6 Do not open or destroy batteries. Escaping electrolyte can cause injury to the skin and eyes. It may be toxic. • Please replace fuses only with the same type and amperage in order to avoid fire hazards. • Do not dismantle the UPS system. Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 1 Important Safety Instructions...

  • Page 7: Product Description

    Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 UPS Installer/User Guide 2 Product Description The Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 is a compact, online uninterruptible power system (UPS) that continuously conditions and regulates its output voltage. The Liebert® GXT5 supplies computers and other sensitive equipment with clean sine-wave input power.

  • Page 8: Front Panels

    Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 UPS Installer/User Guide 2.2 Front Panels The various Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 models have the same general appearance, with the main difference being the receptacle types on the rear panel. Figure 2.1 Front View 2.3 Rear Panels The following figures detail the rear panel features for each Liebert® GXT5 model.
  • Page 9 Programmable output receptacles, NEMA 5-20R Input circuit breaker Input power plug and cable, NEMA L5-20P R232 port, RJ-45/RJ-11 connection Terminal block communication connectors Output power plug and cable, NEMA L5-20R 2 Product Description Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.
  • Page 10 Output circuit breakers Input power plug and cable, NEMA L5-30P R232 port, RJ-45/RJ-11 connection Terminal block communication connectors Output power plug and cable, NEMA L5-30R Input circuit breaker Cooling fan Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 2 Product Description...

  • Page 11: Major Internal Components And Operating Principle

    UPS. Outlet group Programmable output receptacles. Outlet group General output receptacles. Outlet group General output receptacles on 2,000- and 3,000-VA models only. 2 Product Description Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.

  • Page 12: Ups States And Operating Modes

    OFF, and the buzzer is silent. Figure 2.6 belowshows the diagram of normal mode. Figure 2.6 Normal Mode Operation Item Description Mains/Utility input (bypass input) Rectifier/PFC Inverter Battery charger Battery Bypass static switch UPS output Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 2 Product Description...

  • Page 13: Bypass Mode

    On the front panel display, the run indicator (green) is ON, the alarm indicator (yellow) is ON, and the buzzer beeps once every 2 seconds. The LCD Flow screen displays On Battery. Figure 2.8 on the next page shows the diagram of battery mode. 2 Product Description Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.
  • Page 14 NOTE: Powering off the UPS when it is in battery mode results in loss of output power to the connected load. Figure 2.8 Battery Mode Operation Item Description Mains/Utility input (by-pass input) Rectifier/PFC Inverter Battery charger Battery Bypass static switch UPS output Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 2 Product Description...

  • Page 15: Frequency Converter Mode

    Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 UPS Installer/User Guide 2.5.4 Frequency Converter Mode All models of the Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 are capable of frequency conversion. Frequency Conversion Mode can be selected using the configuration program. Allowable frequency operating modes include: • Auto Sensing - 50 Hz or 60 Hz – Bypass Enabled •...
  • Page 16 Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 UPS Installer/User Guide This page intentionally left blank Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 2 Product Description...

  • Page 17: Installation

    Inspect the UPS for shipping damage. If any shipping damage is found, report it to the carrier and your local Vertiv representative immediately. • Check the accessories included against the packing list. If there is any discrepancy, contact your local Vertiv representative immediately. CAUTION: The UPS is heavy (see Specifications page 59, for the weight).

  • Page 18: Installing The Ups

    2. If optional, Liebert® external battery cabinets will be connected, take out the spacers shipped with the battery cabinet. 3. Connect the spacers and the support bases as shown in Figure 3.1 above. Each Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 requires 2 support bases, one in the front and one in the rear.

  • Page 19: Rack Installation

    Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 UPS Installer/User Guide 3.3.2 Rack Installation When installed in a rack enclosure, the Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 UPS and external battery cabinets (EBC) must be supported by a shelf or rack-mount rails. Because different rack-mount options install differently, refer to the installation instructions provided with the rack-mount kit.
  • Page 20 Figure 3.2 EBCs Connected to the UPS Item Description EBC-detection port (See Table 3.2 on page 19, for details.) EBC connector EBC-detection port External battery cabinet External battery cabinet Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 3 Installation...

  • Page 21: Connecting Ac Input Power

    The wall receptacle must be grounded. We recommend installing an upstream circuit breaker of the same series as the input circuit breaker of the Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5. Table 3.1 below, lists the specifications of the input circuit breaker on the rear panel by UPS model.

  • Page 22: Communication Connections

    Remove the screws from the slot cover plate and remove the plate. 2. Insert the card into the slot, and secure with the screws that held the cover plate. To make connections to the card, refer to the Installer/User Guide for the appropriate Vertiv™ Albertan IntelliSlot™ card available at www.vertiv.com.
  • Page 23 Automatically detects number of external battery cabinets when pins 5 and 6 are Battery 5, 6 EBC Detection connected to the detection port, see Installing External Battery Cabinets Detection page 15. REPO REPO Input REPO power supply, 5 VDC 100 mA 3 Installation Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.
  • Page 24 When NC, Pins 11 and 12 are opened when the fault occurs. Remote Fault Options are: Output 6 11, 12 Alert 6 • Low battery • On battery • On bypass • UPS fault (default) Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 3 Installation...

  • Page 25: Connecting A Remote Emergency Power Off (Repo) Switch

    4. Connect the plug to pins 7 and 8. Figure 3.4 Cable/Plug for Connecting REPO Switch to UPS REPO Port Item Description Terminal 1 Terminal 2 Plug (connects to REPO port on UPS) REPO switch 3 Installation Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.

  • Page 26: Connecting A Usb Cable

    3.6.5 Connecting CLI Communication Cables The UPS supports the Vertiv command line interface for operation with Vertiv ACS and other third party monitoring protocols. The RJ-45 port (labeled R232) is used for CLI connection. See the appropriate figure for your model in Rear Panels on page 4,...

  • Page 27: Operating The Ups

    Battery mode for the back up time available or the mains/utility power is restored. Once input power is restored, the UPS returns to Normal mode. NOTE: Battery back up run times are listed in Specifications page 59. 4 Operating the UPS Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.

  • Page 28: Transferring From Normal To Bypass Mode

    To manually power off in an emergency, disconnect the terminal connecting the REPO port on the rear of the UPS. If mains/utility power is present, the UPS control circuit remains active even though output power is disabled. To remove all mains/utility power, disconnect the external main-input circuit breaker. Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 4 Operating the UPS...

  • Page 29: Operation And Display Panel

    Alarm indicator LED, see LED Indicators on the next page. Power button, see Table 5.1 on the next page. Menu keys, see Table 5.1 on the next page. 5 Operation and Display Panel Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.

  • Page 30: Led Indicators

    Table 5.4 on page 41, describes the alarm messages you may see. When a fault is indicated, front panel display list the fault, which are described in Table 7.2 on page 56. Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 5 Operation and Display Panel...

  • Page 31: Lcd Menu And Screens

    5.2.1 Startup and Flow Screens At startup, the UPS executes a system test and displays the Vertiv logo screen for about 10 seconds, shown in Figure 5.1 on page 25. After the test completes, an overview screen shows status information, the active (green) power path, and the non- working power path (gray).

  • Page 32: Main Menu

    About Product and network information, see About Screen page 44. Maintenance Service only, service password protected page for use only by Vertiv service representatives. Figure 5.4 Main Menu Item Description ECO mode indicator Programmable outlet indicator Ambient temperature and humidity. Only displays when sensors are connected.

  • Page 33: Status Screen

    Line-neutral voltage of input power. L-N current (A) Line-neutral current of input power. Frequency (Hz) Frequency of input of input power. Power Factor Power factor of the input power. 5 Operation and Display Panel Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.
  • Page 34 Number of minutes until battery is fully discharged. Battery running time (Day) Number of days the batteries have been in operation. Energy (kWh) Battery replacement time Date of last time battery was replaced. Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 5 Operation and Display Panel...
  • Page 35 Sout (kVA) Apparent output power. Pout (kW) Active output power. Power Factor Power factor of output power. Load percent (%) Percentage of recent power rated to output power. 5 Operation and Display Panel Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.

  • Page 36: Settings Submenu

    (default). • Auto, Bypass disabled — Automatically detects frequency of utility/mains power and sets the nominal frequency to match and bypass mode is disabled. Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 5 Operation and Display Panel...
  • Page 37 (Option only available when Run mode is set to ECO.) To ensure the stability of the utility/mains power, this is the length of time that the UPS requires the input voltage and frequency tolerances to be maintained before switching to ECO-mode. 5 Operation and Display Panel Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.
  • Page 38 Sets the charge mode of the battery. Equal charge mode is a quick charge mode that can reduce the amount of time needed to charge the battery. Float charge mode can have a longer battery life. Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 5 Operation and Display Panel...
  • Page 39 Change settings password Opens the dialog to change the password used to access and update the UPS parameter settings, see Changing the Password on page 47. System Parameter Options Auto restart 5 Operation and Display Panel Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.
  • Page 40 Enable • Disable (default) Output contact NO/NC Selects the states of the dry contact outputs 5 and 6. • Normally open (default) • Normally closed Input contact NO/NC Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 5 Operation and Display Panel...
  • Page 41 • Disable (default) Power on day of week Sets the day of week to turn on the UPS. This option is only shown when sleep mode is enabled. 5 Operation and Display Panel Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.
  • Page 42 • • No (default) Outlet settings based on discharging time Threshold of turning off the outlet Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 5 Operation and Display Panel...
  • Page 43 Length of time after the mains input power returns before turning on the outlet. Select the checkbox to enable or disable (default) the option. • 0 to 30 minutes (default is 0) 5 Operation and Display Panel Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.

  • Page 44: Control Screen

    Clears displayed faults after the issue causing the fault is resolved, see Table 7.2 on page 56, for a description of the faults. Reset power statistics Resets the values tracked to calculate the Efficiency graph, see About Screen on page 44 Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 5 Operation and Display Panel...

  • Page 45: Log Screen

    UPS internal auxiliary power voltage fault. Contact Vertiv Technical Support. Battery cabinet More than 6 external battery cabinets are connected to the UPS with the auto-detect feature in use. Contact Vertiv service if connect abnormal using more than 6 EBCs.
  • Page 46 The inverter is off due to DC bus voltage out of acceptable range. The load will transfer to bypass if the bypass is available DC bus abnormal because the bus voltage is outside of the acceptable range. The discharger is faulty, because the bus voltage exceeds the range when the discharger starts. Contact Vertiv Technical DC/DC fault Support.
  • Page 47 The output voltage is outside the normal voltage range. The UPS will power off. Check output settings or contact Vertiv abnormal Technical Support. The rectifier is off because the bus voltage is out of the acceptable range when the rectifier starts. Contact Vertiv Technical Rectifier fault Support.

  • Page 48: About Screen

    2. Use the arrow buttons to move the cursor left/right and select a tab, then press Enter to display the information for the selected tab. Figure 5.8 About Screen Tabs Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 5 Operation and Display Panel...
  • Page 49 This shows the percentage of the maximum capacity your UPS is currently using. Eff. (%) This shows the efficiency the UPS is currently operating at based on the Cap. (%) value. 5 Operation and Display Panel Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.

  • Page 50: Editing Display And Operation Settings

    Appears when the Settings password is input incorrectly. input again Operation failed, condition is Appears when attempting to execute an operation for which the required conditions are not met. not met Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 5 Operation and Display Panel...

  • Page 51: Changing The Password

    A confirmation dialog opens to indicate a successful password change. 6. Press ESC to return to the settings or main menu. Figure 5.10 New and Confirm Password Dialogs 5 Operation and Display Panel Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.

  • Page 52: Selecting The Display Language

    5. Use the up/down arrows to select the date/time, then press Enter to confirm. 6. Use the down arrow to select the digit to change and the up arrow to select the correct digit. Repeat as needed to set each digit. Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 5 Operation and Display Panel...

  • Page 53: Maintenance

    • Disconnect charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting battery terminals. • If the battery kit is damaged in any way or shows signs of leakage, contact your Vertiv representative immediately. • Handle, transport, and recycle batteries in accordance with local regulations.

  • Page 54: Replacing Batteries

    Read all safety cautions before proceeding. A trained user can replace the internal battery pack when the UPS is in a restricted access location (such as a rack or server closet). To obtain the appropriate replacement battery packs, refer to Table 6.1 below, and contact your local dealer or Vertiv representative. Table 6.1 Replacement Battery Pack Model Numbers...
  • Page 55 5. Compare the new and old battery pack to make sure they are the same type and model. If so, proceed with step 6 . If they are different, stop and contact your Vertiv representative, or Technical Support, http://www.Vertiv.com/ en-us/support/.
  • Page 56 Figure 6.1 Replacing the Battery Pack To replace the battery pack: Press Vertiv logo to open front cover. 2. Remove philip screw (1) from battery metal protective cover and then remove the cover. 3. Use plastic handle to pull the battery pack.

  • Page 57: Charging Batteries

    Vertiv Technical Support. 5. Check the flow screen to see if batteries are discharging (operating in Battery mode) while utility power is normal. If so, contact Vertiv Technical Support. 6.4 Cleaning the UPS WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Can cause injury or death. Disconnect all local and remote electric power supplies before working with the UPS.
  • Page 58 Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 UPS Installer/User Guide This page intentionally left blank Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 6 Maintenance...

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    Table 5.4 on page 41, describes the alarm messages you may see. When a fault is indicated, front panel display list the fault, which are described in Table 7.2 on the next page. 7 Troubleshooting Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.

  • Page 60: Faults

    Charger fault The charger is faulty. Contact technical support. Fan fault At least one fan is faulty. Contact technical support. DC/DC fault A DC-DC charger failure occurred. Contact technical support. Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 7 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting Ups Issues

    Vertiv Technical Support. Visit the Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 product page at www.vertiv.com for contact information. When reporting a UPS issue to Vertiv, include the UPS model and serial number. These are located in several places for your ease of location: •...
  • Page 62 Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 UPS Installer/User Guide This page intentionally left blank Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 7 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 63: Specifications

    Operating Temperature, °F (°C) 32 to 104 (0 to 40) Extended Operating Temperature, °F (°C) 32 to 122 (0 to 50), output derated by 1% per 1 °C above 40 °C 8 Specifications Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.
  • Page 64 100/110/115/120/125 VAC (user-configurable); ±3% Waveform Sine wave > 200% for 250 mS > 200% for 250 mS Normal Mode Overload 150 – 200% for 2 seconds 150 – 200% for 2 seconds Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 8 Specifications...
  • Page 65 <46 dBA max. at 3 ft (1 m) front and sides, <45 dBA max. at 3 ft (1 m) rear sides, <48 dBA max. at 3 ft (1 m) rear Agency Safety IEEE/ANSI C62.41 Category B (6kV/3kA) Transportation ISTA Procedure 1A 8 Specifications Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.
  • Page 66 50,000 ft (15,0000 m) maximum Agency Safety UL1778 4th Edition and CSA 22.2 No. 107.3 RFI/EMI FCC Part 15 Class A Surge Immunity ANSI C62.41 Category B Transportation ISTA Procedure 1A Circuit breaker rating Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 8 Specifications...

  • Page 67: Battery Run Times

    14.3 60.1 112.8 162.6 209.7 262.2 315.3 368.9 423.4 478.5 534.4 12.1 53.1 99.8 144.3 188.9 232.7 279.6 375.7 424.7 474.4 10.4 45.4 87.3 128.3 168.7 206.6 290.4 332.9 376.7 420.1 8 Specifications Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.
  • Page 68 82.6 119.5 158.2 195.7 232.8 272.0 312.8 353.4 394.4 1350 1215 37.7 71.8 105.9 139.3 172.7 204.6 238.3 273.7 309.7 345.9 1500 1350 32.4 92.3 153.1 183.5 211.6 243.1 274.9 307.1 Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 8 Specifications...
  • Page 69 87.5 116.7 145.5 174.6 202.1 230.8 260.8 291.1 2700 2430 25.6 49.5 77.3 102.8 127.9 152.6 178.4 228.6 255.1 3000 2700 22.2 43.1 67.1 89.3 113.7 136.8 159.3 181.6 203.6 226.6 8 Specifications Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.
  • Page 70 Table 8.10 Recharge Time in Hours, GXT 5 Models Number of EBCs Charging Time to 90% 0 EBC 1 EBC 2 EBC 3 EBC 4 EBC 5 EBC 6 EBC 7 EBC 8 EBC 9 EBC 10 EBC Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. 8 Specifications...

  • Page 71: Appendices

    505 N Cleveland Ave Westerville, OH 43082 Europe Via Leonardo Da Vinci 8 Zona Industriale Tognana 35028 Piove Di Sacco (PD) Italy Asia 7/F, Dah Sing Financial Centre 3108 Gloucester Road, Wanchai Hong Kong Appendices Proprietary and Confidential ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp.

  • Page 72: Appendix B: Open Source Software Legal Notices

    Appendix B: Open Source Software Legal Notices The Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 product links the FreeRTOS software with Vertiv Group Corporation’s proprietary modules that communicate with the FreeRTOS software solely through the FreeRTOS API interface. This use is an exception to the FOSS GPLv2 license.
  • Page 73 Vertiv™ Liebert® GXT5 UPS Installer/User Guide...
  • Page 74 Vertiv.com | Vertiv Headquarters, 505 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082 USA ©2024 Vertiv Group Corp. All rights reserved. Vertiv™ and the Vertiv logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vertiv Group Corp. All other names and logos referred to are trade names, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. While every precaution has been taken to ensure accuracy and completeness here, Vertiv Group Corp.

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