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Power Quality Installation Guide Uninterruptible Power Supply LP33 Series 80 & 100 80 & 100kVA / 208Vac UL / S1 GE Consumer & Industrial SA General Electric Company CH – 6595 Riazzino (Locarno) Switzerland T +41 (0)91 / 850 51 51 F +41 (0)91 / 850 52 52 w ww.gepowerquality.com...
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The present publication and any other documentation supplied with the UPS system is not to be reproduced, either in part or in its entirety, without the prior written consent of GE. The illustrations and plans describing the equipment are intended as general reference only and are not necessarily complete in every detail.
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START UP AND COMMISSIONING A GE Global Services Field Engineer must perform start-up and commissioning of the UPS. Please Contact GE Global Services at least two weeks prior to schedule start- up and commissioning at 1-800-637-1738, or by E-mail at qservice@ge.com.
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UPS. While every care has been taken to ensure the completeness and accuracy of this manual, GE assumes no responsibility or liability for any losses or damages resulting from the use of the information contained in this document.
SAFETY RULES With this document, GE gives to the user all the necessary information about the correct use of the UPS. Please read carefully this Installation Guide before installing or operating the UPS. We recommend that this manual be kept next to the UPS for future references.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important instructions for models LP33 Series 80 & 100 that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the UPS and battery. GENERAL - Move the UPS in an upright position in its original package to the final destination room. - Check for sufficient floor and elevator loading capacity.
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Safety instructions when working with battery THE BATTERY MUST BE INSTALLED AND CONNECTED TO THE UPS BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. INSTALLATION PERSONNEL MUST READ THIS ENTIRE SECTION AND REFER TO THE BATTERY MANUFACTURERS INSTALLATION MANUAL BEFORE HANDLING THE UPS AND BATTERY. DANGER! Full voltage and current are always present at the Battery Terminals.
Safety symbols and warnings Safety warnings The text of this manual contains some warnings to avoid risk to the persons and to avoid damages to the UPS system and the supplied critical loads. The non-observance of the warnings reminding hazardous situations could result in human injury and equipment damages.
LAYOUT LAYOUT LP33 Series 80 & 100 Fig. 2.1-1 General view – UPS only Fig. 2.1-2 General view – UPS only - With front door open SNMP RS232 SNMP RS232 X4 X1 X2 Q2 1 X3 Fig. 2.1-3 General view – UPS only - Without protection panels Fig.
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SNMP RS232 FTM3 Fig. 2.1-5 General view - UPS with battery cabinet 28”/650mm - Front doors open Opening for input and output of cables SNMP Customer Interface Board (option) 3-ph SNMP/WEB plug-in adapter (option) FTM3 Battery breaker (option) F11-12-13 Power Supply Fuses (6-1/4A 600Vac Class CC) Attention: only for Service purposes.
INSTALLATION 3.1 TRANSPORT The UPS is fixed on transport socket suitable for forklift, which includes a special layer of Ethafoam to protect the equipment against the transport shock. Normally the UPS is packaged with carton box. On request the equipment can be packaged in wooden case. Move the UPS in its original package to the final destination room.
3.1.1 Dimensions and weights LP 33 Series 80 & 100 Without battery 39.37” x 35.44” x 75.00” Dimensions (W x D x H) 1000 x 900 x 1905 mm Weight 1323 lbs / 600 kg Floor loading 137 lbs/sq.ft / 667 kg/m with standard 1544 lbs / 700 kg...
3.2 DELIVERY When delivered, check carefully the package integrity and the physical conditions of the UPS equipment. In case of any damage sustained during transport, immediately inform the carrier and contact your local Service Center. A detailed report of the damage is necessary for any insurance claim. NOTE ! A damaged UPS must never be installed or connected to utility or battery! 3.3 STORAGE...
3.3.2 Storage of the battery The optimal temperature for Battery storage is 68°F (20°C) to 77°F (25°C) and shall never exceed the range -4°F (-20°C) to 104°F (40°C). In case of extended storage, when the delivery includes maintenance free batteries, keep in mind that they are subject to auto-discharging process To avoid permanent damages to the battery, you must observe the following instructions: •...
PLACE OF INSTALLATION The UPS should be installed in a restricted area where only qualified personnel should be admitted. The place of installation should be clean, dust-free, and provided with proper ventilation or air- conditioning. Verify for sufficient floor load capacity (see Section 3.1.1). We strongly advice that the ambient temperature should not exceed 68°...
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Opening for input and output cable connections LP33 Series 80 & 100 LP33 Series 80 & 100 opening is provided on the bottom of the UPS for the connection of input and output cables. Pay attention to the position of this opening, when choosing...
VENTILATION AND COOLING The heat produced by the UPS is transferred to the environment by its internal fan(s). Airflow through the UPS It is important that the cooling air can freely flow through the air inlets and outlets of the UPS. NOTE ! Insufficient distances on both sides of the UPS could increase the temperature inside...
UNPACKING Move the equipment in it’s original packing, carton box or wooden case, until the place of installation and remove the packing and the transport sockets only just before installing the UPS. Procedure for the unpacking of the UPS: • Make sure to have sufficient space around the UPS before you start unpacking.
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A detailed report of the damage is necessary for any indemnity claim. Packing material recycling GE, in compliance with environment protection, use only environmentally friendly material. UPS packing materials must be recycled in compliance with all applicable regulations.
3.7 ELECTRICAL WIRING WARNING ! UPS installation and connection must be performed by QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL only. It is the responsibility of the installation technician to ensure that all local and national electric codes are adhered to. 3.7.1 Utility input connection WARNING ! Ensure that the AC and DC external isolators are OFF and locked out to prevent their inadvertent operation.
3.7.2 Input/output over current protection and wire sizing The cabling of the UPS system has to be sized according to the UPS power rating. Sizing of circuit breakers, fuses and cables for Input Utility, Output Load and Battery must meet the requirements of local and national electrical codes.
UTILITY INPUT LPS33U_080-100_RPA system_GE_01US Digital Energy Digital Energy Digital Energy Digital Energy UPS System UPS System UPS System UPS System LP33 Series 80 & 100 LP33 Series 80 & 100 LP33 Series 80 & 100 LP33 Series 80 & 100 Board Board Board...
3.7.4 General data table for current protection and wire sizing Fig. 3.7.4-1 Common Input Rectifier & Bypass Fig. 3.7.4-2 Dual Input Rectifier & Bypass (option) The AC values below are current ratings per phase. These maximum and nominal ratings should be considered when choosing the appropriate AC over current protection device.
Size of Branch Circuit Over current Protection - All Models: "CAUTION - To reduce the risk of fire, only connect UPS to a circuit provided with (see below) maximum amperes branch circuit over current protection in accordance with the NEC (National Electric Code), NSI / NFPA 70 AC Input AC Input Rectifier AC Input Bypass...
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NEC SECTION 210-20 (a) Table 310-16. Allowable Ampacities of Insulated Conductors Rated O Through 2000 Volts, 60°C Trough 90°C (140°F Trough 194°F) Not More than Three Current-Carrying Conductors in Raceway, Cable, or Earth (Directly Buried), Based on Ambient Temperature of 30°C (86°F). Size Temperature Rating of Conductor (See table 310-13) 60°C (140°F)
WIRING CONNECTION WARNING! UPS installation and connection must be performed by QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL only. 3.8.1 Power connections Input/output and DC connections are provided with terminal blocks. Please refer to chart for torque specifications. Carefully read the following recommendations before proceeding: •...
Access to the terminals for the cable connections To access input, output and battery connections proceed as follows: • Open the front door “A” of the cabinet. • Remove the protection panel “B”. • Remove the plate “C” for bottom cable entry.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING ! The connections to and from the UPS must be executed by QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. Refer to the “Safety Rules - Installation” described on page 6. 3.9.1 Common input utility Common Input Utility The UPS delivered in standard version has Common Input Utility.
3.9.2 Dual input utility (option) Dual input utility On request, the UPS can be delivered for Dual Input Utility. Two independent lines (F2 and F3) supply separately the rectifier and the Bypass inputs With this configuration, when the rectifier-input fuses are opened, the Automatic Bypass and the Manual Fig.
3.9.3 Battery connection Before proceeding to a battery connection, follow the Safety Rules concerning the battery. Make sure that the UPS is not powered and remove the external battery protections. NOTE IN CASE OF EXTERNAL BATTERY ! To meet standards concerning electromagnetic compliance, the connection between the UPS and external Battery must be done by using a shielded cable or suitable shielded (metal) conduit! Standard battery type for LP33 Series 80 &...
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Mechanical assembly of the UPS and the battery cabinet 26” / 650mm NOTE ! Mechanical assembly of the UPS and the battery cabinet must be performed by QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL only. The UPS cabinet and the battery cabinet must be installed on leveled floor. UPS with battery cabinet 26”...
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UPS with battery cabinet 26” / 650mm and 48” / 1215mm Digital Energy Digital Energy UPS System UPS System Battery LP33 Series cabinet 80 & 100kVA 26" / 650mm X4 - Battery Battery breaker FTM3 LPS33U_080-100_Connection battery 0660_01US Fig. 3.9.3-3 Diagram battery cabinet 26” / 650mm connection Digital Energy Digital Energy UPS System...
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UPS with standard battery cabinet 26” / 650mm + 48” / 1215mm Digital Energy Digital Energy Digital Energy UPS System UPS System UPS System Battery Battery LP33 Series cabinet cabinet 80 & 100kVA 48" / 1215mm 26" / 650mm X4 - Battery Battery breaker Battery breaker FTM3...
3.9.4 RPA system - Control bus connection WARNING ! This operation must be performed by TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY before the initial start-up (ensure that the UPS installation is completely powered down). Access to the RPA board 1 - Open the front door “A” of the UPS cabinet.
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LP33 Series 80 & 100 LP33 Series 80 & 100 LP33 Series 80 & 100 LP33 Series 80 & 100 Fig. 3.9.4-4 Control bus location RPA parallel system Control bus location RPA parallel system Place the cables and connect them as indicated in the diagram Fig. 3.9.4-4 following these procedures: •...
Utility Bypass disabled by removing the fuse F3 fitted on the board P1 – Power Supply. WARNING ! In case a UPS delivered as Frequency Converter should be set on site for UPS standard version, the operation must be performed by a GE QUALIFIED SERVICE ENGINEER. Notices for installation: •...
CUSTOMER INTERFACE Slot 3 (J5) Slot 2 (J3) Relay Card J27 - RS232 (Slot 1 - J4) Fig. 4-1 Slot connectivity LP33 Series 80 & 100 is supplied by a standard Serial Port J27 - RS232 (see Section 4.1) and a Relay Card (see Section 4.2).
SERIAL PORT J27 - RS232 Serial Port J27 - RS232 (sub - D, female 9 pin) Total remote management of the system using software GE Power Diagnostics, GE Data Protection or GE Service Software for system protection and management of the UPS systems.
4.2 RELAY CARD WARNING ! Connections described in this chapter shall be done only by a GE SERVICE ENGINEER. The Relay Card, allows the programming of 4 output channels on dry contacts, which can be read on either terminal J3 or plug J4 (sub - D - male 9 pin).
EPO (EMERGENCY POWER OFF) WARNING ! Connections described in this chapter shall be done only by a GE SERVICE ENGINEER. An external Emergency switch (NC - Normally Closed voltage-free contact) can be connected on terminals X7 / 1, 2 of the P1 – Control board.
Serial port J3 - RS232 (sub - D - female 9 pin) Pin 2: TX (out) Total remote management of the system using software GE Power Diagnostics, GE Data Protection or Pin 3: RX (in) GE Service Software for system protection and management of the UPS systems.
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• The battery recharge inhibition during the generator operation, or after what delay from generator start the battery will start to be recharged. Consult your nearest Service Center at +1-800-637-1738, or by E-mail at pqservice@ge.com for more information. Modifications reserved Page 43/47 OPM_LPS_3UI_80K_M10_1US_V010.doc...
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EPO (Emergency Power Off) An external Emergency switch (NC - Normally Closed voltage-free contact) can be connected on terminals X2 / 1, 2 or connector J2 / 12, 25 of the Customer Interface (see Fig. 4.4-1 / X2 & J2). P1 - Control board Fig.
EPO WITH BATTERY DISCONNECTION (OPTION) WARNING ! Connections described in this chapter shall be done only by a GE SERVICE ENGINEER. UPS cabinet Battery cabinet 26"/650mm Battery cabinet 48"/1215mm XB - Female XB - Male Fig. 5-1 Terminals XA and connector XB – EPO with Battery disconnection An external Emergency switch (NC - Normally Closed voltage-free contact) can be connected on terminals XA / 3, 4 (see Fig.
NOTES NOTES FORM It is recommended to note in this section Notes, with date and short description all the operations performed on the UPS, as: maintenance, components replacement, abnormal situations, etc. Date Description Done by Modifications reserved Page 47/47 OPM_LPS_3UI_80K_M10_1US_V010.doc Installation Guide LP33 Series 80 &...
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