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  • Page 1 1800TP Uninterruptible Power Supplies From Alpha Technologies www.alpha.com ! ! ! ! ! Installation and Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 2 For emergency technical support 7 days a week / 24 hours a day call: USA/CANADA: 1–800–667–8743 Complete the following for your records Serial # __________________________________ Options __________________________________ Purchase Date ____________________________ This Novus 1800TP was purchased from Dealer ___________________________________ City _____________________________________ State/Province _____________________________ Zip/Postal Code ___________________________ Country __________________________________...
  • Page 3 ! ! ! ! ! Installation and Operator’s Manual ! ! ! ! ! Novus 1800TP Traffic Light Power Backup Alpha Technologies...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    3.8 Troubleshooting Faults ......Introduction to this manual: The Novus 1800TP system provides power backup to traffic light systems. It consists of the Novus 1800TP Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) and it’s batteries. A detailed description of the front panel is given in Section 1.3 while instructions on how to operate it are given in Sections 3 and 4.
  • Page 5 Danger Risk Of Electrical Shock To reduce the risk of electrical shock and to ensure the safe operation of the Novus 1800TP System, these symbols are used throughout this manual. Where they appear only qualified personnel should carry out the instructions.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    This section introduces the various parts of the Novus 1800TP system: • Safety checklists (Section 1.1). • An unpacking checklist (Section 1.2). • The 1800TP UPS front panel’s connectors and controls (Section 1.3). • The Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) system (Section 1.4).

  • Page 7: Safety Checklists

    1 Introduction 1.1 Safety Checklists 1.1.1 Safety Checklist This system is to be installed by people trained in the safe use of high-en- ergy power supplies and their batteries. Also assumed is knowledge of the local electrical code(s) and their safe application. DANGER: NEVER let rain, a sprinkler’s output, road splash or other sources of water enter the enclosure when it is open to prevent accidental shorts, shocks or electrocutions.

  • Page 8: Battery Safety Checklist

    1 Introduction 1.1 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.

  • Page 9: Unpacking And Inspection Checklist

    If ordered from Alpha, the batteries, ATS, MBP or MBM are shipped separately. Save The Shipping Container To return the 1800TP for servicing, pack it in the shipping container. Alpha Technologies is not responsible for damage caused by im- proper packaging of returned units.

  • Page 10: The Novus 1800Tp Ups Front Panel

    1 Introduction 1.3 The Novus 1800TP UPS Front Panel Figure 1.3.1 Novus 1800TP Front Panel 1.3.1: Battery Connections and LCD Panel Figure 1.3.2 Battery Connections and LCD Panel 48V Battery Connector It connects the battery to the unit. The battery string voltage is 48 VDC.
  • Page 11 1 Introduction 1.3 The Novus 1800TP UPS Front Panel (Continued) 1.3.2: Input/Output Power Connections and Power On/Off Switch Figure 1.3.3 Input/Output Power Connections and Power Switch AC Input & Output Circuit Breaker It acts as an input and output power on/off switch to facilitate the unit’s maintenance or replacement.

  • Page 12: Serial Interface

    1 Introduction 1.3 The Novus 1800TP UPS Front Panel (Continued) 1.3.3: RS–232 Communications Figure 1.3.4 RS–232 Connector Serial Interface This DB–9 female connector is used to connect the unit to a host computer for remote control, monitoring and calibration via RS–232 commands. Its layout and operation is shown in Figure 1.3.5.
  • Page 13 1 Introduction 1.3 The Novus 1800TP UPS Front Panel (Continued) 1.3.4: Status/Self Test Terminal Block Figure 1.3.6 Status/Self Test Terminal Block Status/Self Test Terminal Block This terminal block provides communication with the intersection controller, controls the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) and starts the self test.
  • Page 14 1 Introduction 1.3 The Novus 1800TP UPS Front Panel (Continued) C=Common Microprocessor NC=Normally Closed NO=Normally Open Contacts are rated at The ATS contact provides a direct 120V at 1 Amp. connection to the batteries through a 3 Amp PCB mounted fuse.
  • Page 15 1 Introduction 1.3 The Novus 1800TP UPS Front Panel (Continued) 1.3.5: Temperature Control Connections 11 12 13 Figure 1.3.10 Temperature Control Connections Internal Fan This microprocessor-controlled fan regulates the unit’s internal temperature. It must not be blocked. The filter in front of the fan is removable.

  • Page 16: Automatic Transfer Switch (Ats) System

    Downstream Circuit Breaker Utility Line Power (If used) (Line is Qualified) Line Power Input Automatic Transfer Switch Output Power to Loads (40 Amps Maximum) (ATS) Figure 1.4.1 Simplified Block Diagram for the Novus 1800TP System With Automatic Transfer Switch Alpha Technologies...
  • Page 17 This cord is wired into the Novus 1800TP’s AC Output terminal blocks. These two control wires are attached to the “ATS” portion of the Novus 1800TP’s Status/ Self Test terminal block (TIP: They are color coded. See Section 2.2, Step 2).

  • Page 18: Manual Bypass Switch (Mbp) System

    BREAKER (If Used) Novus 1800TP Controller Batteries TRANSFER (Backup Power) Load System Power Ouput STATUS/SELF TEST TERMINAL BLOCK TO INTERSECTION CONTROLLER FLASH CONTROL POINT Figure 1.5.1 Simplified Block Diagram for the Novus 1800TP System With Manual Bypass Switch Alpha Technologies...
  • Page 19 The loads are connected to this end of the terminal block. The UPS’s output is connected to this end of the terminal block. This thermal circuit breaker provides input power protection for the Novus 1800TP. This thermal circuit breaker provides protection for the secondary outputs (8 and 9).

  • Page 20: Manual Bypass Module (Mbm) System

    Novus 1800TP Controller CIRCUIT Batteries TRANSFER (Backup Power) BREAKER (If Used) Load STATUS/SELF TEST TERMINAL BLOCK System Power Ouput TO INTERSECTION CONTROLLER FLASH CONTROL POINT Figure 1.6.1 Simplified Block Diagram for the Novus 1800TP System With Manual Bypass Module Alpha Technologies...
  • Page 21 1 Introduction 1.6 Manual Bypass Module (MBM) System (Continued) 1.6.2: Manual Bypass Module Line power is connected to this terminal block. The loads are connected to this terminal block. This 20 Amp. circuit breaker provides overcurrent protection to the UPS and acts as a line power on/off switch to the UPS.

  • Page 22: Installation And Start Up

    Section 2 Installation and Start Up This section shows how to connect and start the Novus 1800TP system: • A site preparation checklist (Section 2.1). • How to wire and start the ATS system (Sections 2.2 and 2.3). • How to wire and start the MBP system (Sections 2.4 and 2.5).

  • Page 23: Site Preparation Checklist

    2 Installation and Start Up 2.1 Site Preparation Checklist Site Requirements Install the system on a surface that supports the weight. The input wires must reach a suitably grounded power outlet and the load’s wires must reach the system’s output termi- nal blocks.
  • Page 24 2 Installation and Start Up 2.1 Site Preparation Checklist (Continued) Load Size • If the load is over 2000VA (1600W), the intersection controller flash control point MUST be connected to the “On Batt” part of the UPS terminal block. When the line is unqualified, the energized contact inside the UPS causes the intersection controller to flash the lights.

  • Page 25: Wiring The Ats System

    • Slotted screwdriver for wiring the terminal blocks. • 8 to 14 AWG copper wire for input and output (as per the local electrical code). Step 1: Wire the Novus 1800TP UPS Make sure both circuit breakers are OFF Wrap a tie around the strain relief loop and that the battery is not connected.
  • Page 26 2 Installation and Start Up 2.2 Wiring the ATS System (Continued) Step 2: Wire the Novus 1800TP to the ATS Connect the two control wires from the TIP: The black control wire is connected to –, the red wire to +.
  • Page 27 2 Installation and Start Up 2.2 Wiring the ATS System (Continued) Step 3: Connect the Loads and the Battery TIPS: Wire the load to the ATS’s L OUT terminal 1) Line, ground and neutral for the load are taken from the enclosure’s block.

  • Page 28: Starting And Testing The Ats System

    Turn on the AC input & output circuit breaker. Within 30 seconds the LCD display changes to “LINE” showing line power is within acceptable frequency and voltage ranges. The unit is operating on line Alpha 5M 120/60N power. Novus 1800 LINE Go to Step 3 Alpha Technologies...
  • Page 29 Turn off the upstream circuit breaker. The Output LED flashes and the LCD Alpha 5M 120/60N displays “BATT”, showing it is operating Novus 1800 BATT on battery power. The ATS switches to 1800 TP power. Watch the Alarm LED. If it turns on or...

  • Page 30: Wiring The Mbp System

    • 10 to 14 AWG copper wire for input and output (as per the local electrical code). Step 1: Wire the Novus 1800TP UPS Wire the Novus 1800TP UPS as described in Section 2.2, “Wiring the ATS System,” Step 1. Step 2: Wire the Novus 1800TP to the MBP Turn the MBP rotary switch to “Bypass.”...
  • Page 31 2 Installation and Start Up 2.4 Wiring the MBP System (Continued) Step 3: Connect Line and Battery Power DANGER: • Make sure the upstream circuit breaker is off before starting this step. • When connecting the wires, make sure the Line wire is connected to the Line connector, Ground wire to Ground connector and Neutral wire to Neutral connector.

  • Page 32: Starting And Testing The Mbp System

    2 Installation and Start Up 2.5 Starting and Testing the MBP System TIP: If at any time the system does not perform as described, carry out trou- bleshooting as described in Section 3.8, 3.9 and 5.2 of this manual. Step 1: Turn on Line Power Turn the MBP’s rotary switch to “Bypass.”...
  • Page 33 Go to Step 3 Step 3: Test the System Before turning the MBP to bypass, switch the Novus 1800 TP into Bypass mode. If this isn’t done the UPS’s internal fuses could blow. See Section 3.6, “Bypass.” Turn off the upstream circuit breaker.
  • Page 34 2 Installation and Start Up 2.5 Starting and Testing the MBP System (Continued) Turn the MBP rotary switch to “UPS.” TRANSFER Verify the load is receiving power. If not, perform troubleshooting. Start Up Finished Alpha Technologies...

  • Page 35: Wiring The Mbm System

    • 10 to 14 AWG copper wire for input and output (as per the local electrical code). Step 1: Wire the Novus 1800TP UPS Wire the Novus 1800TP UPS as described in Section 2.2, “Wiring the ATS System” Step 1. Step 2: Wire the Novus 1800TP to the MBM Turn the MBM’s rotary switch to “Line/...
  • Page 36 2 Installation and Start Up 2.6 Wiring the MBM System (Continued) Step 3: Connect Line and Battery Power DANGER: • Make sure the upstream circuit breaker is off before starting this step. • When connecting the wires, make sure the Line wire is connected to the Line connector, Ground wire to Ground connector and Neutral wire to Neutral connector.

  • Page 37: Starting And Testing The Mbm System

    2 Installation and Start Up 2.7 Starting and Testing the MBM System TIP: If at any time the system does not perform as described, carry out trou- bleshooting as described in Section 3.8, 3.9 and 5.2 of this manual. Step 1: Turn on Line Power Turn the MBM’s rotary switch to “Line/ 1–LINE/TRANSFER MODE 2–UPS MODE...
  • Page 38 2.7 Starting and Testing the MBM System (Continued) Step 3: Test the System Before turning the MBM to Line/Transfer, switch the Novus 1800 TP into Bypass mode. If this isn’t done the UPS’s internal fuses could blow. See Section 3.6, “Bypass.”...

  • Page 39: Ups Operation

    Section 3 UPS Operation This section shows how to operate the Novus 1800TP UPS: • How to turn the UPS on or off (Section 3.1). • How to run the UPS’s self test (Section 3.2). • How to replace the UPS’s battery string (Section 3.3).

  • Page 40: Turning The Ups On Or Off

    3 UPS Operation 3.1 Turning the UPS On or Off This procedure is used to test a new or repaired UPS. TIP: If at any time the UPS does not act as described, carry out troubleshooting as described in Sections 3.8, 3.9 and 5.2.
  • Page 41 Watch the Alarm LED. If it lights up or flashes, stop turning on the loads and Alpha 5M 120/60N follow this troubleshooting sequence: Novus 1800 LINE 1) Investigate the alarm (Sections 3.8, 3.9). 2) Do a self test with the load(s) connected (Section 3.2).

  • Page 42: Testing The Ups

    1) Press down the two test buttons on the LCD Self Test 5M120/60N panel. Novus 1800 TEST 2) Short the self test contacts on the Status/Self Test Terminal Block (Figure 1.3.8, 1.3.9). 3) Via the Control submenu (Section 3.6, “Self Test”).

  • Page 43: Replacing The Batteries

    This procedure should NOT be done while critical loads are running that depend upon the unit’s backup power. Procedure Alpha 5M 120/60N Novus 1800 LINE TIP: The Alarm LED turns on when the battery circuit breaker is turned off. Switch the unit into Hot Swap (Section 3.6, “Hot Swap”).

  • Page 44: Ups Operating Modes

    . t i o i t . s t Figure 3.4.1 Novus 1800TP Operating Modes The modes below and on the next page are called up by you to adjust the unit to local conditions (Section 3.6, “Controlling the UPS”): Sense Type This broadens the input parameters to accommodate the frequency and voltage fluctuations created by a backup generator or a noisy line.
  • Page 45 3 UPS Operation 3.4 UPS Operating Modes (Continued) Batt T Comp This allows you to adjust the battery charger voltage compensation to match the battery manufacturer’s specifications. The factory default value is –5 mV/°C/Cell. You can adjust it to –2.5, –4 or –5 mV/°C/Cell. NOTE: The display rounds up the –2.5 value to –3.

  • Page 46: The Lcd Panel And The Menu Tree

    Alpha 5M 120/60N • OFF, the line is not qualified Present Operating Mode Novus 1800 LINE or the unit detects a fault. (Line shown, Figure 3.4.1). If both LEDs are OFF and the LCD is BLANK, the unit is shut off.
  • Page 47 The Alarm and Fault submenus only menu that displays the alert you to a problem with the most recent event and the time 1800TP. When the ALARM LED is it happened. The faults and ON or FLASHING, press the alarms are displayed as ENTER button.

  • Page 48: Controlling The Ups

    This allows you to change the UPS’s batteries without turning off the UPS Alpha 5M 120/60N or disconnecting power to the loads. Novus 1800 Hot Swap Mute Buzzer Toggle between buzzer modes. M Alarm is Muted [Off] indicates the buzzer is muted. When...
  • Page 49 3 UPS Operation 3.6 Controlling the UPS (Continued) Function Action LCD Shows Current Parameter Sense Type Toggle between Generator [Generator Status [N=Normal, parameters] and Normal [Normal G=Generator] This broadens the parameters]. unit’s input param- eters to accommo- Sense Type 5M120/60G The factory default setting is Normal.

  • Page 50: Measuring Input And Output Values

    3 UPS Operation 3.7 Measuring Input and Output Values The status submenu measures and displays important input, output and other values. Procedure When the desired item appears on the LCD, press ENTER to measure it. It does not automati- cally update, so to see an updated reading, press ENTER again. Output VA 5M120/60N 1200 VA...
  • Page 51 3 UPS Operation 3.7 Measuring Input and Output Values (Continued) Item LCD Shows Description The time displayed as a 24-hour clock in a hh mm ss Time Time format. It is programmable with the RS–232 interface 08:41:53 (Section 4.3.2, “Programmable Date and Time”). The date displayed in a mm dd yy format.

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting Faults

    The fault submenu displays the unit’s malfunction and is used for troubleshooting. Procedure Press ENTER to learn the malfunction. FAULT 5M 120/60N Alpha 5M 120/60N Out Short LINE Novus 1800 LINE Type of fault Alarm LED ON LCD is in FAULT Press ENTER (E.g. Short Circuit) Steady Submenu Figure 3.8.1...

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting Alarms

    The alarm submenu displays the unit’s malfunction and is used for troubleshooting. Procedure Press ENTER to learn the malfunction. Alpha 5M 120/60N ALARM 5M 120/60N Novus 1800 LINE Overload LINE Type of alarm Alarm LED Press ENTER LCD is in ALARM...

  • Page 54: Battery Discharge States

    3 UPS Operation 3.10 Battery Discharge States The batteries go through several states as they power the loads. Knowing how long they last for your conditions will help you manage the loads when the line is unqualified. 1) Battery Mode The unit is providing backup battery power to the loads.

  • Page 55: Communication

    Section 4 Communication This section shows how to operate the Novus 1800TP UPS with RS–232 computer commands: • How to wire the RS–232 Port (Section 4.1). • How to set up the UPS to work with Window’s © Hyperterminal program (Section 4.2).

  • Page 56: Wiring The Rs-232 Port

    4 Communication 4.1 Wiring the RS–232 Port The UPS’s front panel has a DB–9 female connector. When connected to a PC with Windows 3.1, 95/98, 2000, NT, XP or terminal emulation software, the unit can be remotely monitored, controlled and calibrated with RS–232 ASCII commands. Procedure: Tips: •...

  • Page 57: Hyperterminal Set Up

    4.2 HyperTerminal Set Up Alpha’s technicians have found the following HyperTerminal settings gives the best result for remote control of the UPS. For this tutorial, Com 1 is used and the unit is called 1800TP. The path is Programs/Accessories/Com- munications/HyperTerminal.
  • Page 58 4 Communication 4.2 HyperTerminal Set Up (Continued) The Com 1 Properties screen appears (Figure 4.2.3). Fill out the fields as shown. Click the ADVANCED button. Figure 4.2.3 COM 1 Properties Screen In the Advanced Port Settings screen (Figure 4.2.4), fill out the fields as shown. The Use FIFO buffers only applies to computers with 56Kbs modems or faster.
  • Page 59 In the FILE menu, click on PROPERTIES. Figure 4.2.5 1800TP Screen The 1800 TP Properties screen appears (Figure 4.2.6). Click on the SETTINGS tab. Fill out the fields as shown. Click the ASCII SETUP button. Figure 4.2.6 1800TP Properties Screen Alpha Technologies...
  • Page 60 3 Maintenance 4 Line Slow Detection Setup Go to Secton 4.5, “Using the Main Menu” Line status: Normal for instructions on how to use it. Output status: Line Mode Faults: Alarms: Figure 4.2.8 Main Menu in 1800TP Screen Alpha Technologies...

  • Page 61: Programming The Ups

    4 Communication 4.3 Programming the UPS The UPS’s 23-position Status/Self Test terminal block (Figure 1.3.9) can be programed to meet your specifications with RS–232 communications. You can also use computer commands to adjust the UPS’s date and time. The UPS’s RS-232 commands run on a command line system. This program does NOT recognize the backspace or delete keys even if appears that way on the monitor.
  • Page 62 4 Communication 4.3 Programming the UPS (Continued) 4.3.2 Timer Contacts Setting The timer contacts on the Status/Self Test terminal block (Figures 1.3.8 and 1.3.9) can be monitored and set with RS-232 communications to suit your conditions. To learn what the contact is set to, type timer (all lower case) and press ENTER. The UPS responds with *timer=XXXXX where XXXXX is the setting in 0.5 second steps and the * shows the UPS responded to your command.

  • Page 63: Using The Event Log

    4 Communication 4.4 Using the Event Log The UPS stores up to 100 events in its log. If more than 100 events occur, the oldest one is over written. The UPS’s RS-232 commands run on a command line system. This program does NOT recognize the backspace or delete keys even if appears that way on the monitor.

  • Page 64: Using The Main Menu

    To access a particular submenu, type in the submenu number and press ENTER. To update the screen, enter the submenu number and press ENTER. Submenu Numbers (Figure 4.5.2) Novus 1800 [0-Main Menu] 1 Unit Specification 2 Input / Output Values...
  • Page 65 4 Communication 4.5 Using the Main Menu (Continued) 4.5.1 RS–232 Menu Tree All the features accessable with the RS–232 commands are shown below. Instructions on their use are given in Sections 4.6 to 4.8. 0–Main Menu Press ENTER to go (Figure 4.5.1) back to the main menu Submenus...
  • Page 66 4 Communication 4.5 Using the Main Menu (Continued) 4.5.2 Line Status Submenu This submenu tells you the line’s condition. For an updated value, press ENTER. Line status: [Current Status] Output status: [Current Status] . l a Faults: [If any, otherwise blank] Alarms: [If any, otherwise blank] a t l .
  • Page 67 4 Communication 4.5 Using the Main Menu (Continued) 4.5.4 Fault and Alarm Display Submenu These submenus display any malfunctions the UPS has. If there are no malfunctions, these fields are blank. Line status: [Current Status] Output status: [Current Status] Faults: [If any, otherwise blank] Alarms: [If any, otherwise blank] t i u a t l...

  • Page 68: Measuring Ups Inputs, Outputs And Specifications

    4 Communication Measuring UPS Inputs, Outputs and Specifications The Unit Specifications Submenu (Figure 4.6.1) displays the UPS's factory-set specifications and the software version used. The Input/Output Values Submenu (Figure 4.6.2) displays the present input and output measurements. Both are read only menus. Procedure: At the main menu, type 1 for the Unit Specifications Submenu or 2 for the Input/Output Values Submenu and press ENTER.

  • Page 69: Controlling The Ups

    4 Communication 4.7 Controlling the UPS The Maintenance submenu (Figure 4.7.1) lets you control the UPS and change selected functions to meet your operational needs. Procedure At the main menu, type 3 and press ENTER. To return to the main menu, press ENTER. f l e .
  • Page 70 4 Communication 4.7 Controlling the UPS (Continued) 4.7.1 Changing the UPS’s Password Tips: • For a tutorial on how to operate the menu screens, see Section 4.9, “Using the Menu Screens.” • Make sure you record the new password in a safe and easily accessible place. From the main menu (Figure 4.5.1), go to function number #32, “Change Password.”...

  • Page 71: Input Voltage Parameters

    4 Communication 4.8 Input Voltage Parameters Changing the input voltage parameters (called the Line Slow Detection Setup) lets you customize the unit’s operation, detection and warning values so the UPS can work with the local line conditions. See Figure 4.8.2 for a description of each parameter. Usually these factory settings do not have to be changed.
  • Page 72 4 Communication 4.8 Input Voltage Parameters (Continued) 4.8.2 Parameter Descriptions Factory Set Battery Mode Parameters Buck to Battery 40 High Lmt 123% V Decreasing this level makes the UPS more sensitive to an overvoltage condition by lowering the overvoltage detection level. Battery to Buck NOTE: The High Hyst (42) should be adjusted by the 121% V...

  • Page 73: Using The Menu Screens

    4 Communication 4.9 Using the Menu Screens This tutorial shows how to change the battery test (i.e. the self test) options. The other menus work the same way. At the main menu (Figure 4.5.1), type 3 and press ENTER. The maintenance submenu screen appears (Figure 4.9.1). To the left of each maintenance option is a function number.
  • Page 74 4 Communication 4.9 Using the Menu Screens (Continued) To change the battery test period (i.e.; the self test’s duration), type 300 and press ENTER. "Enter password" appears on the screen. Type the password (the factory set password is 1111) and press ENTER. If the wrong password is typed, the screen displays “Error in entering data...please try again.”...

  • Page 75: Maintenance

    Section 5 Maintenance This section shows you how to maintain the Novus 1800TP system: • How to measure the battery backup time (Section 5.1). • Troubleshooting procedures (Section 5.2). • How to remove system components for replacement or maintenance (Section 5.3).

  • Page 76: Measuring The Battery Backup Time

    Procedure Alpha 5M 120/60N Turn off the upstream circuit breaker. Novus 1800 BATT The UPS goes into Battery mode (the output LED is flashing and the LCD dis- plays “BATT”. Record this start time...

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting

    5 Maintenance 5.2 Troubleshooting 5.2.1: Novus 1800TP UPS Troubleshooting For more UPS troubleshooting information see Sections 3.8 and 3.9. & t i u . f f n i l n i l n i l t i u n i l...
  • Page 78 5 Maintenance 5.2 Troubleshooting (Continued) 5.2.2: System Troubleshooting t i u . t i n i l . t n y l r . y l y t l f I . , s i " " T y l r "...

  • Page 79: Removing System Components

    5 Maintenance 5.3 Removing System Components 5.3.1: Novus 1800TP DANGER: Shutting down the UPS does not necessarily disconnect power to the loads. Procedure Switch the UPS into Bypass mode (Section 3.6). If using the MBP, turn the rotary switch to “Bypass.”...
  • Page 80 5 Maintenance 5.3 Removing System Components (Continued) 5.3.2: ATS Procedure Turn off the UPS’s input & output circuit breaker. Disconnect the UPS out wire from the UPS. Disconnect the UPS in wire from the UPS. BYPASS UPS IN UPS OUT CONTROL (48 VDC) Disconnect the control wires from the...
  • Page 81 5 Maintenance 5.3 Removing System Components (Continued) 5.3.3: MBP Procedure Turn off the upstream circuit breaker. Turn off the UPS’s AC Input & Output circuit breaker. Disconnect the From UPS wires from the MBP. Disconnect the To UPS wires from the MBP.
  • Page 82 5 Maintenance 5.3 Removing System Components (Continued) 5.3.4: MBM Procedure Turn off the upstream circuit breaker. Turn off the UPS’s AC Input & Output circuit breaker. Disconnect the From UPS wires from the MBM. TO UPS FROM UPS Disconnect the To UPS wires from the MBM.

  • Page 83: Specifications

    5 Maintenance System Specifications ± v i t , n I t i u : t u t i u : t u t i u e i l ° ° < i t l NOTES: 1) Between 55°C and 74°C, the unit is derated to a maxi- mum rectified-capacitive load of 1200W.
  • Page 84 5 Maintenance System Specifications (Continued) < < c t i < c t i l l a , t n l i o l l a , t n Alpha Technologies...
  • Page 85 5 Maintenance UPS Specifications a t l s l l ° , , l a a t l a t l f I . i t l a t l , l a a t l a t l f i l n i l i l i d i l...
  • Page 86 Novus 1800C Notes: The Novus 1800C is identical to the 1800TP except for: e i f 1) The auxillary outputs and auxillary circuit breaker have been deleted. o i t 2) The 1800C has 120 Vac input and 85 Vac output.

  • Page 87: Index

    Index 5-15R output connector on UPS front panel ... 6 UPS was in ............45 Battery mode ............39 19 or 22-Position status/self test terminal block Battery temperature, measuring ....45, 63 Changing functions of, RS-232 ...... 56-57 Charger temperature compensation voltage .... Description of ............
  • Page 88 Index Changing battery string ......... 38 Conditions, local, adjusting UPS to ................. 39-40, 56-57, 66-67 Changing relay configuration on status/self test terminal block ............56 Configuration, relay, status/self test terminal block, determining ..........42, 46, 56-57 Charger, battery temperature compensation . 40, 44 Connectors On ATS ..............
  • Page 89 Index Controller, intersection, connection to ..7-9, 19 ENTER button on control panel ......41 Controlling UPS with LCD panel ... See Control panel ESC button on control panel ......... 41 Control submenu, LCD ........42-44 Event logging ..........42, 45, 58 Cooling Event, LCD ............
  • Page 90 Index HyperTerminal set up ....See computer control Lifetime, battery ............. 72 Lights, intersection, connection to ....8-9, 19 Line fluctuations, adjusting UPS to ....39, 44 Idc Over (DC Output Overloaded), LCD ....47 Line Frequency (Line Freq), LCD ......48 Iout High (High Output Current), LCD ....
  • Page 91 Changing ..........60, 64-65 Factory set ............59 No Temp PB (Temperature Probe Unplugged), LCD ................. 47 Parameters Input voltage parameters ..... 59-60, 66-67 Novus 1800TP UPS ........See UPS Generator, UPS working with ....... 39 PLL, LCD ..............48 Alpha Technologies...
  • Page 92 Index Power Safety labels, placing during installation ....2 Batteries, replacing string ........38 Screens, RS-232, how to use ......68-69 Batteries, backup power mode ......39 Battery power, turning on or off .... 5, 39, 43, 64 Setting UPS clock/date .......... 57 DC output, UPS ..........
  • Page 93 Index Swap, Hot ............. 40, 42-43 Time/Date UPS, total time in battery mode ......45 Switches UPS set to ............ 42, 46 Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) ..11-12, 20-24 Set UPS to different time/date ......57 Manual Bypass Module (MBM) ....... 15-16 Manual Bypass Switch (MBP) ......
  • Page 94 Index Event log ..........42, 45, 58 Line, UPS automatically adjusting ...... 39 Fluctuating between battery and line mode, how to Volt/Freq, LCD panel ........42, 44 fix ............... 18 Generator, adjust UPS for use with ..... 39 Generator, use of for backup power ....18 Grounding of UPS and system ......

  • Page 95: 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 96 Emergency Shutdown Procedure The 1800TP system contains more than one live circuit. In an emergency, line power may be disconnected at the system’s input, but there can still be AC and DC power present at the outputs. Turn off the UPS’s Battery Circuit Breaker.
  • Page 97 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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