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- Page 1 Novus FXM 500 / 1100 / 1500 / 2000 Uninterruptible Power Supply Operator’s Manual 017-201-B0 Rev. E5 Effective: January 2006 Alpha Technologies...
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- Page 3 Operator’s Manual Novus FXM 500 / 1100 / 1500 / 2000 Uninterruptible Power Supplies From Alpha Technologies 017-201-B0 Rev. E5 1 / 06...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
DANGER Risk of Electrical Shock To reduce the risk of electrical shock and to ensure the safe operation of the Novus FXM, the symbols below are used throughout this manual. Where they appear, only qualified personnel should carry out these instructions. -
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction This Section Introduces the Novus FXM Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) • Safety Instructions (Section .) • Unpacking and Inspection Instructions (Section .2) • A Description of the FXM 500 and FXM 00/500/2000 Front Panels (Section .3) -
Page 6: Safety Checklists
Introduction . Safety Checklists 1.1.1 UPS Safety Checklist This Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is to be installed by people trained in the safe use of high-energy power supplies and their batteries. Also assumed is knowledge of the local electrical code(s) and their safe application. DANGER: NEVER let water from rain, a hose, tap or a sprinkler’s output, road splash or other water sources enter the UPS to prevent accidental shorts, shocks or electrocutions. -
Page 7: Battery Safety Checklist
Introduction . Safety Checklists (Continued) 1.1.2 Battery Safety Checklist Battery Emergency Procedures If electrolyte splashes on your skin, immediately wash the affected area with water. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, wash them for at least 10 minutes with clean running water or a special neutralizing eye wash solution. Seek medical attention at once. -
Page 8: Unpacking And Inspection Checklist
If ordered from Alpha, the batteries are shipped separately. Save The Shipping Container To return the Novus FXM for servicing, pack it in the shipping container. Alpha Technologies is not responsible for damage caused by improper packaging of returned units. -
Page 9: The Novus Fxm Front Panel
Introduction .3 The FXM Front Panel The FXM 500 and the FXM 00/500/2000 series look different, but all of the front panel connectors and circuit breakers are the same. All units operate in the same way unless otherwise stated in this manual. The FXM 500 is a 24VDC unit while the others are 48VDC. -
Page 10: Fxm 1100, 1500, 2000
Introduction .3 The FXM Front Panel (Continued) 1.3.1 FXM 1100, 1500, 2000 Battery Circuit Breaker This circuit breaker provides overcurrent protection and is an on/off switch for battery power. It must be on for proper UPS operation. Battery Connector This connects the external batteries to the UPS. Internal Fan This microprocessor-controlled fan regulates the UPS’s internal temperature for optimum performance. - Page 11 ., “FXM Monitor Graphical User Interface.” Contact C6’s default factory configuration for the FXM 1100/1500/2000 is as a +48VDC output (the FXM 500 is +24VDC), but it can be factory configured as a dry contact. Continued on the Next Page...
- Page 12 24VDC (500mA) from the external batteries to an external fan or other equipment. C6 can be factory- configured as a dry contact. Microprocessor Microprocessor +48VDC, 500mA (FXM The contacts have Interior 1100/1500/2000) or a maximum rating +24VDC (FXM 500) of 1A at 250V. from the external batteries. Normally Normally Open (NO) Closed (NC) Contact Common (C) Figure .3.3A...
- Page 13 ATS (C8): When the UPS is in Inverter mode, this normally open relay closes (Figure .3.5B), sending 48VDC (FXM 1100/1500/2000) or 24VDC (FXM 500) from the external batteries to this dry contact. If the optional Alpha Technologies’s Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) is connected, this causes the ATS to switch the load from line power to the UPS’s battery backup power.
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Page 14: Fxm 500
The layout of the front panel is shown in Figure .3.. The functions of the various connectors and circuit breakers are the same as described in Section .3., “FXM 00, 500, 2000.” The FXM 500 is a 24VDC unit, so contacts C6 and the ATS output 24VDC from the batteries (Figures .3.3B and .3.5B). -
Page 15: Installation
Installation This Section Tells You How to Install and Wire the Novus FXM UPS • Site Preparation Instructions (Section 2.1) • How to Mount the UPS (Section 2.2) • How to Wire the Battery String (Section 2.3) • How to Wire the UPS to the Line and the Load (Section 2.4) -
Page 16: Site Preparation Checklist
Installation 2.1 Site Preparation Checklist Grounding The UPS MUST be correctly grounded for proper operation. Older facilities may have inadequate electrical grounding. A qualified electrician should inspect it before installation to see it meets the local electrical code. Branch Circuit Breaker Protection To provide branch circuit protection, the utility line attached to the UPS’s input MUST be protected by a circuit breaker certified for this use as per the local elec- trical code. -
Page 17: Mounting The Ups
Installation 2.2 Mounting the UPS The UPS can be placed on a shelf with no other parts needed. Any version of the FXM can be rack or wall mounted or secured to a shelf, such as on an outdoor enclosure’s shelf, with the optional mounting brackets as shown in Figure 2.2.1. -
Page 18: Wiring The External Batteries
Installation 2.3 Wiring the External Batteries DANGER: Before starting, make sure you have read the instructions on battery safety in Section 1.1 of this manual. Tools and Materials Required • DC Voltmeter. • Labels or masking tape and marker. • Torque wrench. •... - Page 19 Installation 2.3 Wiring the External Batteries (Continued) Procedure 1. Number the batteries from 1 to 4 with labels or tape as shown in Figure 2.3.1. 2. Coat the battery terminals with battery corrosion inhibitor. 3. Wire the batteries as shown in Figure 2.3.1. If used, install the in-line fuse between batteries #2 and #3.
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Page 20: Wiring The Ups
Installation 2.4 Wiring the UPS DANGER: Before starting, make sure line power is turned off and that the UPS’s battery and input circuit breakers are turned off. If stranded wires are used for the input and output terminal blocks, ferules MUST be used. -
Page 21: Operation
Operation This Section Tells You How To Operate the Novus FXM • How to use the LCD Control Panel and its Buttons to Operate the UPS (Section 3.1) • How to Turn the UPS On or Off (Section 3.2) •... -
Page 22: Operating The Control Panel
(120VAC or 230VAC) (60Hz or 50Hz) Sense Type Setting Alpha 120/60/N (Normal (N) or Generator (G)). UPS Name See Section 3.4 “Sense Type.” Novus FXM LINE Present Operating Mode (Line Shown) See Figure 3.1.2. Scroll Cancel Select Pressing CANCEL moves... -
Page 23: System Status
Operation 3.1 Operating the Control Panel (Continued) Pressing the CANCEL, SCROLL and SELECT buttons allow you to navigate through the menus and submenus to monitor, control and troubleshoot the UPS as shown in Figure 3.1.3 below. For a tutorial on how to use these menus, see Section 3.3, “Battery Replacement.” Logo Screen (Figure 3.1.1) 1) Starting at the Logo screen,... -
Page 24: Turning The Ups On And Off
Operation 3.2 Turning the UPS On and Off If the UPS constantly switches between Inverter and Line modes due to a noisy line, the UPS’s input parameters should be broadened from normal to generator (See Section 3.4, “Programming the UPS,” “Sense Type”). In generator mode, the range of acceptable input frequency and voltage is expanded to accept the fluctuations created by a generator. -
Page 25: Turn Off
Operation 3.2 Turning the UPS On and Off (Continued) 3. Turn off the input circuit breaker. The LCD shows INVERTER, the status LED starts flashing to show the UPS is running on backup battery power. 4. Turn on the input circuit breaker. The LCD displays RETRAN, then shows LINE, or BUCK or BOOST. -
Page 26: Battery Replacement
Operation 3.3 Battery Replacement While the batteries are being replaced, the UPS cannot provide backup battery power. This procedure should NOT be done when critical loads are running that depend on this unit for backup power. Procedure 1. If the UPS is in Line, Buck or Boost mode (Figure 3.1.2) go to the control submenu to switch it into Inverter Bypass (Section 3.4). -
Page 27: Operating The Ups
3.4 Operating the UPS The Control Submenu (Figure 3.4.1) lets you operate the UPS or program it to suit your operating conditions. You can also use the Novus FXM Monitor software to make these adjustments (See Section 4.6, “FXM Monitor Graphical User Interface”). -
Page 28: Control Submenu
Operation 3.4 Operating the UPS (Continued) Control Submenu LCD Shows Meaning Description BATT TEST Battery Test This is the UPS’s self test. When it is turned on, this forces the UPS to verify its proper operation by providing backup battery power to the load and then switching back to line mode. -
Page 29: Making Measurements
3.5 Making Measurements The System Status Submenu (Figure 3.5.1) lets you make measurements of various UPS inputs, outputs and other values. You can also use the Novus FXM Monitor software to make these measurements (See Section 4.6, “FXM Monitor Graphical User Interface”). - Page 30 Operation 3.5 Making Measurements (Continued) System Status Submenu LCD Shows Meaning Description DATE Date The date and time (24 hour clock). TIME Time INV COUNT Inverter Count The number of times the UPS was in inverter mode. SHED CNTR 1 The factory default dry contact for this setting is contact C4.
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Page 31: Troubleshooting
When the front panel alarm LED is on or flashing, the UPS is malfunctioning. The Alarm and Fault Submenus describe the malfunction. You can also use the Novus FXM Monitor software for troubleshooting (See Section 4.6, “FXM Monitor Graphical User Interface”). - Page 32 Operation 3.6 Troubleshooting (Continued) Fault Submenu LCD Shows Description OVERLOAD FAULT The load draws more power than the UPS can provide. This can cause an automatic UPS shutdown. Remove excess loads. SHORT CIRCUIT The load has a short. INTL TEMP FAULT The UPS’s internal temperature is too high and could cause an automatic shutdown. Verify the UPS’s fan is not blocked and that it is working.
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Page 33: Last Event Log
The Event Submenu displays the last event the UPS went through. To use the 100-event log, see Section 4.5, “Accessing the Event Log.” You can also use the Novus FXM Monitor software to see either log (See Section 4.6, “FXM Monitor Graphical User Interface”). -
Page 34: Communication
How to Adjust and Control the FXM (Section 4.3) • How to Program the Dry Contacts or Set the Clock and Calendar (Section 4.4) • How to Access the 100-Event Log (Section 4.5) • How to Install and Use the Novus FXM Monitor Graphical User Interface (Section 4.6) -
Page 35: Wiring The Rs-232 Port
HyperTerminal or other terminal emulation software, the UPS can be remotely monitored and controlled with it’s command-line system (See Sections 4.2 to 4.5). The Novus FXM Graphical User Interface (GUI) provides a Windows or Web type of control (See Section 4.6). -
Page 36: Using The Main Menu
ENTER, the UPS echos the command back exactly as you typed it. Press ENTER and retype the command again. If you choose not to use the command line system, you can use the Novus FXM Graphical User Interface (See Section 4.6) to run and monitor the UPS. -
Page 37: Menu Tree
Communication 4.2 Using the Main Menu (Continued) 4.2.2 RS-232 Menu Tree Submenus 1, 2 and 4 provide read-only screens for monitoring the UPS. To control the UPS, use submenu #3, the Maintenance submenu. 0-Main Menu (Figure 4.2.1) Submenus Submenus 1-Unit Specifications 2-Input/Output Values 3-Maintenance 4-Line Slow Detection Setup... -
Page 38: Line Status
Communication 4.2 Using the Main Menu (Continued) 4.2.3 Line Status Line status tells you the line’s condition. For an updated value, press ENTER. Line Status Line Status: Normal Output Status: Line Mode Normal The line is within specifications. The UPS is operating in Line mode. Faults: No Faults Boost Line voltage is out of tolerance. -
Page 39: Fault And Alarm Displays
Communication 4.2 Using the Main Menu (Continued) 4.2.5 Fault and Alarm Displays These display any malfunctions the UPS has (Also see Section 3.6). Line Status: Normal Output Status: Line Mode Faults Faults: Short Circuit Alarms: No Alarms Short Circuit The load has a short. Vout_Hi The output voltage is above specifications. -
Page 40: Operating The Ups
Communication 4.3 Operating the UPS The Maintenance submenu (Figure 4.3.1) lets you control the UPS and change selected items to meet your operational needs. Procedure At the main menu (Figure 4.2.1) type 3 and press ENTER. Maintenance Submenu 30 Battery Test Options This starts the self test and sets for how long it will run. The default setting for the test duration is 2 minutes, but this can be adjusted in 1 minute intervals with this submenu. -
Page 41: Programming The Dry Contacts And The Clock
Communication 4.4 Programming the Dry Contacts and the Clock The UPS’s front panel contacts (Section 1.3.1) can be programmed to meet your specifications with RS–232 communications. You can also use computer commands to adjust the UPS’s date and time. 4.4.1 Programming the Dry Contacts The functions of dry contacts C1 to C5 (and if factory configured, dry contact C6) can be changed with RS-232 communications. For example, to change contact C1: 1. -
Page 42: Setting The Timer Contact
Communication 4.4 Programming the Dry Contacts and the Clock (Continued) 4.4.2 Setting the Timer Contact The front panel’s timer contact (Section 1.3.1; C4 and Section 4.4.1) can be programmed to suit your conditions. 1. To learn what the contact is set to, type timer (all lower case) and press ENTER. If more than one contact is set as the timer, type timer (1, 2 or 3) depending on your set up. -
Page 43: Accessing The 100-Event Log
Communication 4.5 Accessing the 100-Event Log Up to 100 events are stored in the UPS’s log. If more than 100 events occur, the oldest is over written. Procedure 1. To see the log, type event (all lower case) and press ENTER. The events are listed starting with the most recent and appear as: eventX=12/25/99 01:45:59 0000000000000000, 0000000000000000, 000 Event #... - Page 44 Communication 4.5 Accessing the 100-Event Log (Continued) 3. To clear the log, type eventclr and press ENTER. It takes the UPS 30 seconds to clear the log. Do not enter any other commands during this time. 4. To see a specific event, type eventX where X is from 1 to 100 and press ENTER. To see a range of events (for example, events 20 to 30), type eventX-X where X are events from 1 to 100 and press ENTER.
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Page 45: Novus Fxm Graphical User Interface
Communication 4.6 Novus FXM Graphical User Interface 4.6.1 Introduction The Novus FXM RS–232 Graphical User Interface (GUI) works like a Web or Windows based © GUI. The screen and it’s features are shown below in Figure 4.6.1. With it you can monitor, control and set various parameters like the date and time, when the weekly self test is run, change the relay configurations, etc. Descriptions of all the items are given in Section 4.6.3, ... -
Page 46: Operation
Communication 4.6 Novus FXM Graphical User Interface (Continued) Procedure 1. Install the FXM Monitor software onto your computer. Restart the computer. If you install the FXM Monitor on a version of Windows without the .NET framework installed, you will get an error message saying the framework is not installed. Install the framework onto your computer. - Page 47 Communication 4.6 Novus FXM Graphical User Interface (Continued) UPS SPECIFICATIONS This read-only screen shows the UPS’s factory specifications. UPS MONITORING These read-only screens show the UPS’s present input and output values and other settings. Input & Output: This shows you the present line input and UPS output values, power factor and the UPS’s present operating mode.
- Page 48 Communication 4.6 Novus FXM Graphical User Interface (Continued) UPGRADE FILES This screen lets you update UPS’s internal software (See Section 5.1, “Updating the Software”). You must have already downloaded the firmware from www.alpha.com and put it where you can access it before using this screen. COMMUNICATIONS This screen changes the UPS’s communication parameters to suit your needs.
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Page 49: Maintenance
Maintenance This Section Tells You How To Maintain the Novus FXM • How to Replace the Software (Section 5.1) -
Page 50: Updating The Software
Maintenance 5.1 Updating the Software The UPS’s firmware can be reinstalled or updated to the latest version with this procedure. Tools and Materials Required • RS-232 connection to UPS (See Section 4.1). • uBug12 software installed on your computer (http:support/technologicalarts.ca/docs/ uBug12/How%20/to%use%%20uBug12.pdf). -
Page 51: Specifications
–2000W: 20.5/10.7 @120/230VAC (89 x 432 x 229) H x W x D Output FXM 500 Weight, lb (kg) 25 (11.3) Voltage (nominal, VAC) 120 or 230 (optional 220) Mounting Shelf, rack or wall; horizontal Frequency, Hz ±5% 60/50 (autofrequency) or vertical mount. - Page 52 Note 5: This UPS is intended for use in a restricted access area. NOTICE The Novus FXM generates, uses and radiates radio frequencies if not installed and tested in accordance with the instructions in this manual. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits established for a Class A computing device pursuant to part 15 of FCC rules and CSPR 22 when it is operated alone.
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Page 53: Index
Index 100 Event log, RS-232 ..........39-40 first aid..................3 low battery voltage warning setting...........36 24VDC, FXM 500 ............5 power providing to loads............36 power, turning on or off....... See Battery circuit breaker 48VDC, FXM 1100, 1500, 2000 ........5 preventing deep discharge............36... - Page 54 GUI (graphical user interface) ........DC output voltage contact ..........8 See Graphical User Interface Default settings, front panel contacts ......37 Differences between FXM 500 and FXM 1100/1500/2000 ............5, 10 IN FREQ OUT OF RANGE ........28 Disposing of batteries ....See Battery, disposal Input Dry contacts......
- Page 55 Note: Listings in BOLD ALL UPPER CASE are entries as displayed on the LCD panel Index INV BYPASS ..............24 Measurements, making .......19, 25-26, 33, 43 INV RECORD .............24 Menu tree LCD...................19 Inverter and Line, UPS constantly switching between..RS-232................33, 43 Modes, operating ............18 Inverter Mounting ..............13...
- Page 56 Index Note: Listings in BOLD ALL UPPER CASE are entries as displayed on the LCD panel Rack mounting............13 ..................20 Replacing System status menu ........19, 25-26 battery..................22 software..................45 Requirements for site ..........12 TEMP PROBE UNPLUGGED ........28 Retran, operating mode ..........18 Temperature Returning to line mode, adjusting time .......24 compensation, battery...............24...
- Page 57 Note: Listings in BOLD ALL UPPER CASE are entries as displayed on the LCD panel Index VOLTAGE ..............24 VOUT ................25 Wall mounting of UPS ..........13 Warning, low battery voltage ........36 Wiring batteries........... See Batteries, wiring to UPS external monitoring panel............8 RS-232 port........
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Page 58: Warranty
Warranty LIMITED 24-MONTH WARRANTY AC PRODUCTS Alpha Technologies warrants its equipment to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of 24 months from the date of manufacture. The liability of Alpha Technologies under this warranty is solely limited to repairing, replacing, or issuing credit for such equipment (at the discretion of Alpha Technologies), provided that: 1. -
Page 59: Emergency Shutdown Procedure
Emergency Shutdown Procedure The Novus FXM has more than one live circuit. In an emergency, line power may be disconnected at the input, but there can still be AC power present at the output. Turn off the Input Circuit Breaker and the Battery Circuit Breaker. - Page 60 Power Alpha Technologies ® Alpha Technologies 3767 Alpha Way Bellingham, WA 98226 Tel: +1 360 647 2360 Fax: +1 360 671 4936 Web: www.alpha.com Alpha Technologies Ltd. 4084 McConnell Court Burnaby, BC, V5A 3N7 CANADA Tel: +1 604 430 1476 Fax: +1 604 430 8908 Alpha Technologies Europe Ltd.
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