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1. About this document Operating manual 1.2 Warnings in this document Warnings are provided in the context in which a hazard to which the warning refers may occur. They are structured as follows: SIGNAL WORD Nature and source of hazard Consequence/consequences of non-compliance ...
Operating manual 2. Safety-related information 2.1 State of the art KOSTAL power supply units are built taking account of the applicable standards and state of the art and are delivered in an operationally reliable condition. Nevertheless, hazards may arise during use.
This operating manual is aimed at the following target groups: Operating personnel Operating personnel have been instructed in how to operate and clean KOSTAL power supply units, and follow the safety regulations. Service personnel Service personnel have specialised technical training or have completed training provided by the manufacturer and carry out maintenance and repair work.
2. Safety-related information Operating manual 2.5 Hazards Here you will find information about various types of hazards or damage that may arise in connection with operating the power supply unit. Personal injury Maintenance, installation and repair work on the device may only be carried out by ...
The chopper becomes active if the output voltage set via the potentiometer is exceeded by 1 V (KPS 24V) or 2 V (KPS 48V) due to this energy recovery. This prevents excessive voltages within the system.
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3. Product information Operating manual DC on/off switch WARNING Risk of death due to electrical shock! The power supply unit’s DC on/off switch is not a mains isolating device in accordance with STOP category 0. The on/off switch only switches off the DC supply voltage of the connected loads. ...
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3. Product information Operating manual Status LED on KPS 48V KPS 48V Power Error 1 Error 2 Normal operation DC output voltage switched off 1 Hz Shutdown due to error condition Flashes n*‑times Warning Flashes n*‑times (DC output remains active) Overcurrent DC 1 Flashes 7‑times Overcurrent DC 2...
3.3 Type plate The information on the type plate enables the power supply unit to be identified. This is needed to allow the power supply unit to be used as intended. KPS 24V KPS 48V Serial number Input connected loads*...
Risk of death due to damage to the housing! Check each power supply unit for visible damage after transport. In the event of transport damage, inform the haulage firm or KOSTAL immediately so as not to lose any claims for compensation.
In the event of damage, inform the supplier or KOSTAL immediately. NOTE Improper handling when installing the KOSTAL power supply unit may lead to damage to property or shorten the service life of the power supply unit. To prevent damage to the interior of the power supply unit, do not drop the unit or use it improperly.
Preferred installation position Alternative installation positions (derating possible / not UL- tested) Install the KOSTAL power supply unit on a flat surface. Ensure that the screws cannot come loose as a result of vibrations or jolts and that no ...
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5. Installation Operating manual KPS 48V Connection to earth Connection block 1: 48 V DC (max. 6 mm Signal connection (max. 1.5 mm UDC setting potentiometer Jumper setting for DC line protection Connection block 3: 400 V AC (max. 6 mm Connection block 4: 400 V AC (max.
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DC 1 − DC 2 + + 24 V DC + 48 V DC DC 2 − (C) Connection block 2: 24 V DC (only KPS 24V) KPS 24V DC 3 + + 24 V DC DC 3 − DC 4 + + 24 V DC DC 4 −...
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The ERROR output is protected against wire breakage. The 24 V control voltage must be routed separately. (E) UDC setting potentiometer Fine adjustment of the DC output voltage KPS 24V KPS 48V Setting range 24 V – 28 V DC 48 V –...
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KOSTAL power supply units. (H) Connection block 4: 400 V AC Output terminals for looping through the 400 V voltage supply to another KOSTAL power supply unit. A divider is installed in the terminal compartment to prevent incorrect routing between the DC and AC voltage ranges.
Check each power supply unit for visible damage prior to electrical installation. Never install damaged power supply units! In the event of damage, inform the supplier or KOSTAL immediately. Electrical installation work may only be carried out by a qualified electrician.
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Connection and protection on the grid side The KOSTAL power supply unit does not contain any internal device fuses. Due to the operating principle of the power supply unit, overloads on the load side are not transferred to the grid connection.
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Operating manual Systems with multiple KOSTAL power supply units If a system requires a higher connected load than can be provided by one KOSTAL power supply unit, the system must be divided into supply areas. Each of these areas must be supplied separately from a single power supply unit.
6. Commissioning and operation Operating manual 6.2 Operation WARNING Risk of crushing and danger from rotating parts due to motors starting in an uncontrolled manner! Before switching on the operating voltage, ensure that there is no-one in the system’s hazard zones.
Allow the device to cool down. 8.1 Troubleshooting For a description of the status LED, see 3.2 Components, "Status LED on KPS 24V" and "Status LED on KPS 48V" sections.
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All names, trademarks, product names and other designations used in this manual may be legally protected even if not indicated as such (e.g. as a trademark). KOSTAL Industrie Elektrik GmbH & Co. KG assumes no liability or warranty for their free usage.
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