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All other brand names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. The information stated in this document is subject to change without notice. 2004-01-06 ® Falcon , Falcon® Electric and UPS Plus logos are registered trademarks of Falcon Electric Inc. OM48021-5-6K Rev. F...
Contact Closure & Opto Interface Options Chapter 5. Maintenance & Technical Support . Care & Maintenance Battery Life vs. Temperature Battery Replacement Storing the UPS and Batteries FCC Considerations Technical Support & RMA Procedure Requesting Technical Information or Support. FALCON Web Support Warranty Specifications...
SG SERIES UPS FEATURES Models available with either 120V or 208-240Vac Input True Double Conversion On-Line Design Input Power Factor Correction Dual Output Models Available with 120 & 208-240Vac Wide Input Voltage Window Pure Sinewave Output Precision Output Voltage Regulation Superior Brownout, Surge and Transient Protection Internal System Bypass Eliminates Generator Frequency &...
CAUTION This UPS utilizes voltage that may be hazardous. Do not attempt to disassemble. This unit contains no user replaceable parts. Refer all servicing to Falcon Electric, Inc. CAUTION THIS UPS IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH LIFE SUPPORT OR OPERATING ROOM EQUIPMENT.
Whether your application requires a few additional minutes or hours, the SG Series will be ready. Falcon also offers optional battery charger upgrades for faster recharging. Please specify your extended battery and charger requirements at the time of your initial order.
CHAPTER 2 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS General - Common for all models Verify the following is included in the UPS shipping carton: (1) UPS, (1) Software Diskette(s) & Manual, (1) Owners Manual & (1) UPS/Computer Cable. Verify the UPS unit is configured for the proper input/output voltage and frequency. This information is stated on the nameplate label located on the rear or the side panel of the unit.
VIEW OF OUTPUT VOLTAGE & GREEN MODE SELECT SWITCHES (LOCATED ON THE UPS REAR PANEL) OFF = 0 Disregard “ON” Designation SWITCHES ON = 1 SELECTION TABLE SWITCH SETTINGS FOR ALL MODELS OUTPUT VOLTAGE 1 OUTPUT VOLTAGE 2 (All models) (-TX &...
UPS/Computer cable to the DB-9 connector located on the UPS rear panel. Then install the shutdown and monitoring software provided with the UPS. For your reference, UNIX shutdown and monitoring software is available from Falcon Electric at an additional cost.
Installation Instructions For Hardwire Models (see model numbers referenced below) UPS Input & Output Requirements. IMPORTANT Note: All SG Series hardwire UPS models must be installed by a licensed electrician, in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) ANSI/NFPA70 and all local regulations. It is further required that the input of SG Series hardwire UPS be wired to a building service panel incorporating a dedicated “branch rated”...
2.0. UPS Output Requirements IMPORTANT Note: The outputs of SG 5 & 6kVA models are not configured for 208 or 240Vac split-phase operation. Please reference the output configuration diagrams on pages 9-10 prior to making any wiring connections to the UPS. Should a 208 or 240Vac split-phase output configuration be required, please contact the factory.
Select a suitable location for the the extended battery bank, preferably close to the UPS to minimize the risk of DC voltage drop due to excessive long wiring runs. Use 10 Awg, 600V insulated wire for all hardwired DC connections between the UPS and battery bank(s).
SG5 & 6kVA Extended Battery Bank Rear Panel Details (Hardwire Model Shown) COOLING FAN DO NOT BLOCK For all Input/Output wiring USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY Battery Disconnect & Circuit Breaker USE ONLY THE WIRE GAUGE & TYPE AC Input Voltage --- 208-240 Vac REFERENCED IN THE AC Input Current --- 4.5A max PRECEEDING WIRING...
Installation Instructions for All Models Except Hardwire UPS Input & Output Requirements. Note: All SG Series UPS models, except Hardwire models, may be installed by anyone providing the specified outlet, circuit and circuit protections are available. Other plug and receptacle configurations are available, please reference page 14 or contact the factory should an unlisted configuration e required..
2.1 Output Power Distribution Center All models referenced on the previous page come equipped with a (4) bay power distribution center mounted on the rear of the UPS. The Power Distribution center is shown in the “standard” or “base” configuration. Custom configurations are available;...
Typical SG5 & 6kVA Rear Panel Layout (Shown with Power Distribution Center ) Communications Option Slot Output Voltage & Green Mode Cover Plate Select Switches MAINTENANCE BYPASS RS-232 Computer Interface SWITCH Connector REFER TO PAGE 20 FOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COOLING FANS DO NOT BLOCK AIR FLOW WARNING NEVER TURN THIS SWITCH TO...
Please refer to the battery bank selection guide on page 11 for more model details. EXTENDED BATTERY BANK DC INTERCONNECTION (All models except hardwire) 2nd Extended Battery 1st Extended Battery Bank Bank Connections Connections (Rear Panel View) (Rear Panel View) To the Battery Connector Detailed To UPS Battery Connector...
CHAPTER 3 CHAPTER 3 OPERATION UPS FRONT PANEL INDICATOR AND FUNCTION KEYS LOAD LEVEL INDICATOR LEDs *The first or bottom LED is lit when the output load is greater than 25% of the ` rated output of the UPS. *The second LED is lit when the output load is greater than 50% of the rated output of the UPS.
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BYPASS INDICATOR LED When this led is lit, the UPS bypass is active. Should the Alarm led be lit at the same time, the UPS detected an internal failure and the UPS must be serviced. INVERTER INDICATOR LED When this led is lit, the UPS inverter is operating and powering the connected load. GREEN MODE LED INDICATOR This led is lit when the connected output load of the UPS drops to under 10% of the full rated output of the UPS, providing SW3 is in the "down"...
AUDIBLE ALARMS Audible alarm signals are divided into two different levels of alarm status. Category one alarms represent normal or correctable operational alarms. Category two alarms are sounded in the event of abnormal operation. Category one alarms: a. Two short beeps followed by three short beeps. Notifies the user that the SG UPS is configured with the optional battery pack and is in BATTERY MODE.
Maintenance Bypass Operating Instructions Unless configured as a frequency converter, SG 5 & 6kVA models are equipped with an internal maintenance bypass switch. The switch is located on the rear panel of the UPS and is clearly identified, See page 15. The maintenance bypass switch is a manual second bypass primarily provided for service purposes and should not be confused with the internal UPS static bypass.
Internal SNMP/HTTP agent option installed into the UPS communications option slot. The following options WILL NOT affect the operation of the RS-232 port: Falcon Opto Coupler based signal interface board installed in the communications option slot. Any Falcon relay-based, dry contact signal interface board installed in the communications option slot.
DRY CONTACT & OPTO COUPLER INTERFACE BOARD OPTIONS Typical Falcon Dry Contact Relay Board DB-9 PIN & JUMPER ASSIGNMENT FOR THE FALCON UA88374 RELAY OPTION BOARD (no on-bypass signal) DESCRIPTION Low Battery ( When UPS reaches low battery, contact activates) (J1, 1-2 short = N.O) (J1, 2-3 short = N.C)
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Typical Falcon Opto-coupler Interface Card PIN ASSIGNMENT FOR THE FALCON UA88373 OPTO-COUPLER OPTION BOARD (no-bypass signal) DESCRIPTION Not Used Utility Loss (N.O.) (Closes upon utility loss) Utility Loss (N.C.) (Opens upon utility loss) Common for pins 2, 3 & 5 Low Battery (N.O.) (Closes at low battery)
CHAPTER 5 CHAPTER 5 Maintenance & Technical Support Care & Maintenance FALCON SG Series UPSs are designed to be maintenance-free. They can be ® cleaned with a damp cloth or non-abrasive cleanser, providing the UPS is turned off and the input plug is disconnected from the utility source.
The following precautions should be observed by a qualified technician when working with batteries. Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects. Use tools with insulated handles. Wear rubber gloves and boots. Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries. Storing the UPS and Batteries Should you need to store the UPS for a long period, fully recharge the battery just prior to storage and recharge the battery every 4 months by plugging the...
You may request technical information or support by email or telephone. Please send your technical or support questions by email to: SUPPORT@FALCONUPS.COM You may contact a FALCON support engineer directly by calling the FALCON support line between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm PST. 800.842.6940 FALCON Web Support Product data sheets, specifications and owner’s manuals are available in...
TRANSFER: This Falcon Electric Limited New Product Warranty is not transferable in the event of the product ownership being transferred during the warranty cov- erage period. ITEM COVERAGE: Effective January 1, 2000, FALCON®...
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