1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This Safety Notice is addressed to the Always On customer engineers who perform maintenance of the Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems. Electrical Safety • Maintenance work to be preformed by factory trained customer engineers or qualified personnel. Extremely dangerous voltage levels can exist within the UPS system;...
Always On UPS Systems 2. GENERAL BLOCK DIAGRAM Figure 2.1 General Block Diagram Normal Operation: The rectifier/charger converts the supplied AC power into DC (bus) power, which is then supplied to the inverter and the battery charger. The DC to AC inverter then supplies continuous, noise free AC power to the critical loads. The inverter output is synchronized with the bypass AC power source provided that the bypass AC power source is within the specified frequency range.
Always On UPS Systems 5. RECTIFIER The main function of a rectifier is to convert the AC input power to DC power. The DC power is then used to charge the batteries, supply the DC bus, which in turn supplies the inverter.
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Always On UPS Systems Figure 5.2 Detailed drawing of Rectifier M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
Always On UPS Systems 6. INVERTER Figure 6.1 Inverter Layout The inverter is composed of IGBT’s, inductors, capacitors, highly efficient filters, control circuitry and protection circuitry. This inverter inverts the DC power received on the DC bus to isolated, noise-free AC power, which is then supplied to the critical loads. Our PWM wave generator is switching at a higher frequency well above the human audible range.
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Always On UPS Systems Figure 6.2 Detailed drawing of one phase of the Inverter M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
Always On UPS Systems 7. STATIC SWITCH Figure 7.1 Static Bypass The static switch is composed of two pairs of back to back naturally commutated SCR’s, which moves the load from inverter to reserve (utility) or from reserve to inverter without interruption of power to the load.
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Always On UPS Systems Figure 7.2 Detailed drawing of one phase of the Static Switch System M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
Always On UPS Systems 8. INTER-PCB DIAGRAM Figure 8.1 Connection diagram for the PCB Module, Inverter, Rectifier and Static Switch M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
Always On UPS Systems 10. AUXILARY POWER SUPPLY STFAN 180Vac ACPS 120Vac L1 OUTPUT 0 Vac 250 Vac SSPS 120Vac RESERVE 17 Vac ST9632 DC BUSS (BATT V) UPPER FAN SNMP POWER SUPPLY POWER SUPPLY LOWER FAN 120Vac 30Vac ST9632 COMMUNICATIONS MAIN CONTROL BOARD...
Always On UPS Systems 11. STARTUP PROCEDURES Using the following procedure below start up the UPS, or use “manual bypass to inverter procedure”. 11.1. System start up (from complete shutdown) Follow Step by step - confirming each operation Use the Status Indicator Table as a guideline. Note: Proceed until a failure mode occurs –...
Always On UPS Systems Fans will start, output voltage will be present. Indicators will show normal inverter operation of the system. h. Turn Inverter Off – push buttons on front panel. - This will turn the inverter OFF and put the UPS in Static bypass mode. Reserve power will feed the output of the UPS.
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Always On UPS Systems - Status LEDs indicate status of sub-systems – many alarm indicators will be illuminated as the rectifier does not yet have AC power applied, and the DC buss has not been established; Battery Low Stop, low battery, fuse/temp, Rectifier AC Fail, Rotation Error c.
Always On UPS Systems - Rectifier will ramp up its DC output voltage over a period of 20 seconds and assume the load from the battery bank. It will then provide charging current to the batteries. - Indicators will show normal rectifier and inverter operation of the system. Record UPS status o Out of service, bypass mode o Status form...
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Always On UPS Systems This fuse holder or breaker can be located within the UPS system or within the battery cabinets. c. Open the Rectifier breaker – Opening the rectifier breaker will take the power source away from the DC bus, therefore, the DC bus will start to drop slowly.
Always On UPS Systems 13. LCD DISPLAY AND LED DESCRIPTION Before powering down the system to perform service or maintenance, record the readings and all the LED’s that are illuminated on the Front Panel Status Report Log. This will aid in identifying the status of the UPS system prior to shutdown. Below is a reference list for possible LED notification and readings on the LCD display.
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Always On UPS Systems The front panel is located behind the glass window on the front door. It displays the real time information, UPS Status, battery system and provides the user interface for controlling and setting the UPS operating parameters. This panel is user friendly. Each part of the panel is explained below: A: LCD display- Real time status, data and historical events are displayed on the LCD.
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Always On UPS Systems • INVERTER SS – inverter static switch is active. • SHORT CIRCUIT – UPS output is in a short circuit state. • FUSE/OVER TEMP SD – inverter has shutdown due to inverter fuse open or heat sink temperature above operating parameters. •...
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Always On UPS Systems • EMERGENCY STOP – the inverter has shutdown because the emergency stop switch has been activated. • DATA LINE – blinks when data is being transmitted or received via the communication port. There is a buzzer located behind the LCD Display. The buzzer will D: Buzzer outlet: allow for audile notification when an abnormal condition occurs.
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Always On UPS Systems I. Inverter LED: This LED is lit when the inverter is supplying power to the load. J. Inverter SS LED: This LED is lit when the inverter static switch is operating and the reserve static switch is turned off. When this LED is on, the load is supplied from the inverter.
Always On UPS Systems 14. THE LCD DISPLAY The LCD displays Real Time information as to the status and operation characteristics of the UPS system and battery banks. In order to make the display sharp and readable, the LCD is back-lit by LED’s. To prolong the life of the LED, the CPU will cut off the power of the LED 3 minutes after the last key has been pressed.
Always On UPS Systems 14.3. Menu 2 – Status Warning Menu S T A T U S W A R N I N G R E C T I F I E R = O N I N V E R T E R = O N L O A D I N V E R T E R Figure 14.3.1...
Always On UPS Systems Listed below are all the fault conditions that can be displayed: row: HIGH DC SHUTDOWN – DC Bus voltage out of operating range. row: SHORT CIRCUIT! – a short circuit condition has occurred on the output. FUSE/OVERHEAT –...
Always On UPS Systems 14.5. Menu 4 – Historical Event Menu D A T E T I M E E V E N T S > R U N : 2 1 Y R 0 3 M O 2 0 0 2 \ 0 3 \ 2 9 0 9 : 3 2 2 0 0 2 \ 1 1 \ 0 1 2 2 : 1 5...
Always On UPS Systems 14.6. Menu 5 – Parameter Setting Menu P A R A M E T E R S E T T I N G I N V E R T E R = O N / O F F D A T E T I M E B U Z Z E R = O N / O F F...
Always On UPS Systems 14.9. Menu 8 – Output Data Menu O U T P U T D A T A O U T P U T F R E Q U E N C Y = X X L O A D : R = X X X S = X X X T = X X X R - N = X X X...
Always On UPS Systems 14.11. Menu 10 – Boost Charge Setting Menu Warning! These settings have been preset by the factory to optimize the battery bank requirements. Do not change settings unless factory or factory trained service personnel have been consulted. B O O S T C H A R G E S E T T I N G...
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Always On UPS Systems B O O S T C H A R G E S E T T I N G A U T O - B O O S T ( M O N T H ) = 0 4 A U T O - B O O S T ( B A T T L O W ) = 0 4 C H A R G E...
Always On UPS Systems 14.12. Menu 11 – Data Time Setting Menu D A T E T I M E S E T T I N G Y E A R = X X X X H O U R ( 2 4 H ) = X X M O N T H = X X M I N U T E = X X D A Y = X X...
Always On UPS Systems 15. STATUS INDICATOR TABLE Indicators: Reserve Rectifier Inverter IP Breaker Fault 1=On, 0=Off, R=Red, G=Green, Inverter ON Breaker ON Breaker ON Condition x=On or Off REC AC FAIL RESERVE FAIL FUSE/TEMP > 0 OVERLOAD HIGH DC BAT LOW >...
Always On UPS Systems 16. BOARD LED INDICATION TABLE NORMAL ABNORMAL FUNCTION LOCATION SOLUTION PCB LED Description Description Illuminated Illuminated Check 3G and ensure cable LED A5 connections are secure and Overtemp Fault 3G working 3G has problem correctly attached. (OTF) Replace the board Main Control...
Always On UPS Systems 17. BOARD FAULT DIAGRAMS 3A Board Fault UPS will not start up. Once Reserve Breaker is closed all LED’s on front display light up and LCD is non- functional. M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems 3B Board Fault UPS will not start up. Once Reserve Breaker is closed all LED’s on front display light up and LCD is non- functional. M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems 3CC Board Fault UPS will not start-up. Rectifer disabled. No DC Buss. M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems 3R Board Fault No front panel display and no communications. UPS starts up as per normal operation and inverter and rectifier function as per normal operation. M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems 3T Board Fault A UPS system initializes ok. Once inverter attempts to assume load system beeps, “Inv Fail Shutdown” LED turns on, “Fault” LED turns on and “Load” LED flashes. System remains in Static Bypass mode, re-attempting Inverter start-up continually.
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Always On UPS Systems 3T Board Fault B UPS system initializes ok. Once inverter attempts to assume load system beeps, “Inv Fail Shutdown” LED turns on and “Fault” LED turns on. System remains in Static Bypass mode. M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Inverter Module Fault UPS system initializes ok. When DC Buss is established “Fuse/Temp” fault LED turns on. Inverter can not be turned on. System operates in Static bypass mode only. M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Static Switch Module Fault UPS starts up to full operation. When inverter is turned off UPS output shuts down because of faulty static switch. M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
Always On UPS Systems 18. BATTERY CABINET The battery cabinets have been designed with the same style and appearance as the UPS cabinet for ease of installation and cosmetic value. Re-enforcement has been added to strengthen the cabinet for the additional weight and transportation. The Battery Banks contain the batteries and provide the runtime for the UPS system.
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Always On UPS Systems Figure 18.2 SC and SE Cabinet Mechanical Drawing M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems TOP TRAY Always "On" UPS Systems Kelowna B.C. alwaysonups.com LOWER THREE TRAYS PH:877-259-2976 (NOTE: BOTTOM TRAY BATTERY CAB A BATTERY TRAY Reproduction HAS ONLY 7 BATTERIES) and/or use without WIRING LAYOUT express permission is prohibited by law. FILE: BATTERY CAB A - 0001 VERSION: V1.0 DRAWN BY: XT...
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Always On UPS Systems 125A BREAKER TOTAL: 348VDC / 60A Always "On" UPS Systems Kelowna B.C. alwaysonups.com PH:877-259-2976 BATTERY CAB A BATTERY Reproduction and/or use without INTERCONNECT WIRING CONFIG express permission is prohibited by law. FILE: BATTERY CAB A - 0002 VERSION: V1.0 DRAWN BY: XT DATE: 050112...
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Always On UPS Systems 125A 125A BREAKER BREAKER TOTAL: 348VDC / 250A Always "On" UPS Systems Kelowna B.C. alwaysonups.com PH:877-259-2976 BATTERY CAB B BATTERY Reproduction and/or use without INTERCONNECT WIRING CONFIG express permission is prohibited by law. FILE: BATTERY CAB B - 0001 VERSION: V1.0 DRAWN BY: XT DATE: 050112...
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Always On UPS Systems TRAY 4 & TRAY 5 TRAYS 2,3,6,7 Always "On" UPS Systems Kelowna B.C. NOTE: TRAY 1 (BOTTOM TRAY) & TRAY 8 (TOP TRAY) alwaysonups.com PH:877-259-2976 HAVE ONLY 7 BATTERIES EACH BATTERY CAB B BATTERY TRAY Reproduction and/or use without WIRING LAYOUT express permission is...
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Always On UPS Systems TOP TRAY MIDDLE TRAY BOTTOM TRAY TOTAL: 348VDC 350A Always "On" UPS Systems Kelowna B.C. alwaysonups.com PH:877-259-2976 BATTERY CAB C Reproduction and/or use without 29 BATT. WIRING DIAGRAM express permission is prohibited by law. FILE: BATTERY CAB C - 0001 VERSION: V1.0 DRAWN BY: XT DATE: 050112...
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Always On UPS Systems TOP TRAY MIDDLE TRAY BOTTOM TRAY 500A TOTAL: 348VDC Always "On" UPS Systems Kelowna B.C. alwaysonups.com PH:877-259-2976 BATTERY CAB E Reproduction and/or use without 29 BATT. WIRING DIAGRAM express permission is prohibited by law. FILE: BATTERY CAB E - 0001 VERSION: V1.0 DRAWN BY: XT DATE: 041228...
Always On UPS Systems 18.1. Battery Runtime Charts 5000VA 10,000VA 15,000VA 20,000VA 30,000VA Load Model NX-ALW-9-1 25 mins 9 mins 4 mins NX-ALW-26-1 90 mins 40 mins 20 mins 15 mins 7 mins NX-ALW-36-1 36 mins 23 mins 18 mins 10 mins NX-ALW-56-1 80 mins...
Always On UPS Systems 19. MAIN CONTROL (3A PCB) The Main Control PCB monitors and controls all the major components within the UPS system. Through the various monitoring devices and PCB’s (mentioned later in this manual) it provides all the control signals, synchronizing signals and various conditions to the UPS system and Operator interfaces.
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Always On UPS Systems LED A1 LED A2 LED A3 LED A6 LED A5 Picture 19.1 3A PCB (Main Control) LED A4 M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Table 19.1 LED Operation for the 3A PCB NORMAL ABNORMAL PCB FUNCTION LOCATION SOLUTION PCB LED Description Description Illuminated Illuminated Check 3T (R phase) ensure cable connections R phase failure 3T (R phase are secure and correctly attached. LED A1 and UPS working)
Always On UPS Systems 20. POWER SUPPLY (3B PCB) This is the main power supply for the PCB and is the interface between the Main Control PCB and the Battery supply. It provides battery condition information to the Main Control PCB to control the Rectifier/Charger. It also provides visual indication of the charging mode.
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Always On UPS Systems Picture 20.1 3B PCB (Power Supply) LED B2 LED B6 LED B4 LED B7 LED B3 LED B1 NORMAL ABNORMAL FUNCTION LOCATION SOLUTION PCB LED Description Description Illuminated Illuminated Check fuse set behind PCB LED B1, holder and ensure cable All LED's of PCB connections are secure and...
Always On UPS Systems 21. RECTIFIER CONTROL CIRCUIT (3C PCB) This PCB acts as the interface between the Main Control PCB and the Rectifier Module. It relays the control signals from the Main Control PCB to the Rectifier Driver (3S PCB) within the Rectifier Module. It also monitors all aspects of the Rectifier Module.
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Always On UPS Systems LED C2 LED C3 LED C1 LED C2 Picture 21.1 3C PCB (6 Pulse Rectifier Driver) LED C3 LED C1 Picture 21.2 3C and 3CC PCB (12 Pulse Rectifier Driver) Table 21.1 LED Operation for the 3C PCB NORMAL ABNORMAL FUNCTION...
Always On UPS Systems 22. INVERTER PHASE CONTROL (3T PCB) This PCB acts as the interface between the Main Control PCB and each phase of the Inverter Module. It relays the control signals and inverter drive waveforms from the Main Control PCB to the Inverter Driver (3G PCB) within each phase of the Inverter Module.
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Always On UPS Systems Picture 22.1 3T PCB (Inverter Driver) LED T1 LED T2 Table 22.1 LED Operation for the 3T PCB NORMAL ABNORMAL FUNCTION LOCATION SOLUTION PCB LED Description Description Illumination Illumination R, S or T phase lost, Ensure cable connections are secure output LED on the LED T1, and correctly attached.
Always On UPS Systems 23. COMMUNICATIONS INTERFACE (3R PCB) This is the local and remote Operator interface for the entire UPS system. This controls the local front panel Operator interface by utilizing information from the Main Control PCB and translating and sending that to the front panel display PCB’s.
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Always On UPS Systems Picture 23.1 3R PCB (Communications Interface) LED R1 Table 23.1 LED Operation for the 3T PCB NORMAL ABNORMAL FUNCTION LOCATION SOLUTION PCB LED Description Description Illumination Illumination Ensure cable connections are Communication Interface secure and correctly attached. PCB Module LED R1 PCB has power...
Always On UPS Systems 24. WARNING LED’S AND SWITCHES (3W PCB) 25. LCD DISPLAY 26. MIMIC DIAGRAM (3L PCB) 27. STATUS LED’S AND AUDIBLE ALARM (3AG PCB) These PCBs make up the local operator display and control interface. Figure 24.1 Location of Display PCBs in the PCB Module M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
Always On UPS Systems 28. RECTIFIER MODULE This is a pluggable module which contains the high power devices for the rectifier / charger. The rectifier converts the power from the AC utility to regulated and conditioned DC power, which is used to charge the batteries and supply the DC Bus.
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Always On UPS Systems RECTIFIER MODULE Figure 28.2 Location of Rectifier Module in the 80kVA to 160kVA UPS M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Static Switch R Phase S Phase T Phase 6-pulse Rectifier Picture 28.1 Picture of Rectifier and Static Switch Module for the 10kVA to 60kVA UPS systems M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Table 28.1 Operation for the 3S PCB NORMAL ABNORMAL FUNCTION LOCATION SOLUTION PCB LED Description Description Illumination Illumination If DC bus can not be Ensure cable connections are secure stabilized, the AC output is and correctly attached. The expected Rectifier transferred to the reserve MTBF for this system is 3,000,000...
Always On UPS Systems 29. INVERTER MODULE This is a pluggable module which contains the high power devices for the inverter. The inverter converts the power from the DC Bus to regulated and conditioned AC power. One phase of the inverter is comprised of an Inverter Driver PCB (3G PCB), high powered IGBTs, a Protection Fuse and other monitoring and protecting components.
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Always On UPS Systems S INVERTER MODULE T INVERTER MODULE R INVERTER MODULE Figure 29.2 Location of Inverter Modules in the 10kVA to 60kVA UPS system M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems R phase S phase LED G1 T phase Picture 29.1 Picture of the Inverter Module from a 10kVA to 60kVA UPS system M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Table 29.1 LED Operation for the 3G PCB NORMAL ABNORMAL FUNCTION LOCATION SOLUTION PCB LED Description Description Illumination Illumination Ensure cable connections are secure Inverter and correctly attached. Inverter Driver (RST) LED G1 Inverter working Inverter failure Module Replace the board Figure 29.3...
Always On UPS Systems 30. STATIC SWITCH This is a pluggable module, which is either part of the Rectifier Module (for the 10kVA to 60kVA UPS systems) or a separate module (80kVA to 160kVA UPS systems) containing the high power devices for the static switch. The static switch monitors the inverter and output.
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Always On UPS Systems STATIC SWITCH MODULE Figure 30.2 Location of Static Switch Module in the 80kVA to 160kVA UPS system M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Static Switch R Phase S Phase P2 LED P1 LED T Phase 6-pulse Rectifier Picture 30.1 Picture of Static Switch and Rectifier Module for the 10kVA to 60kVA UPS systems M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Table 30.1 LED Operation for the 3P PCB NORMAL ABNORMAL FUNCTION LOCATION SOLUTION Description Description Illumination Illumination Inverter output is within Inverter operating, transfer LED P1 Replace the board Static Switch Driver Static Switch normal parameters from inverter has failed (R,S,T) Module...
Always On UPS Systems 31. AUXILIARY POWER SUPPLY Designed as a secondary and redundant power supply to the one located within the UPS module. The main function of the auxiliary power supply is to provide power to the fans and an alternate supply for the main CPU board. Picture 31.1 3J board (Auxiliary Power Supply) Figure 31.1...
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Always On UPS Systems C N C 1 C N B 1 C N B 2 C N B 7 LC D P A N E L R E C TIFIE R C O N TR O L P O W E R S U P P LY W A R N IN G S TA TU S LE D P A N E L...
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Always On UPS Systems C A P C A P O / P O / P O / P P S R C A P O T O N Figure 31.5 Front view of system with door open, PCB Module fully open and terminal strip cover off M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Figure 31.6 Exploded view of system behind the PCB Module M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Figure 31.7 Figure 31.8 Figure 31.9 Layout view of the left side of Layout view of the back of the Layout view of the right side of the system with the panel off system with the panel off the system with the panel off M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Figure 31.10 Front view of system with door closed M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems START PROCEDURE: SHUTDOWN PR O CEDURE: 1. CLOSE THE RES ER VE B RE AK ER. 1. PUS H TH E INVE RTER OFF SW ITC H 2. CLOSE THE REC TIF IER BRE AK ER. ( R IGHT &...
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Always On UPS Systems Figure 31.12 Front view of system with door open and PCB Module door open M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Figure 31.13 Front view of system with door open, PCB Module fully open and terminal strip cover off M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Figure 31.14 Exploded view of system behind the PCB Module M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Figure 31.15 Figure 31.16 Layout view of the left side of Layout view of the right side of the system with the panel off the system with the panel off M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
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Always On UPS Systems Figure 31.17 Layout view of the back of the system with the panel off M0704_NX_Series_Service_Manual V2.17 2012-06-12...
Always On UPS Systems Section A SINGLE LINE DRAWINGS...
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Always On UPS Systems BYPASS NFB–3P TO LOAD 4W+G PANEL RECT 3PH 4W+G RECT NX Series Imax (A) / NFB (A) Rating BATS I/P Vac: 120/208 277/480 347/600 45/50 20/20 16/20 10KVA 83/90 36/40 30/30 20KVA 125/125 55/60 45/50 30KVA 160/175 70/70 56/60...
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Always On UPS Systems BYPASS ISO. TRANS. TO LOAD PANEL NFB - 3P 4W+G 4W+G BONDED UPS INPUT OUTPUT BYPASS RECT RECT BATS Always On UPS Systems Single line drawing of UPS System and External Bypass System (Generic)
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