Contents INTRODUCTION ....... 1 Why is this UPS one of the best? ..... 1 Questions? ............2 Chapter 1 PREPARATION ........3 Check your equipment ........3 Precautions............3 Overview of Equipment ........4 What it looks like ..........4 Rear Panels: American Models ..........
Introduction Congratulations! By purchasing our Uninterruptible Power System (UPS), you now own superior quality power protection equipment. Your sensitive electri- cal equipment will be protected from problems associated with poor quality AC power, or a complete loss of AC power. The UPS will provide you with outstanding performance and reliability as it protects your personal and business computer systems, work station, file server, small medical equipment, small...
In this handbook, you will find the information you need to install and operate the UPS. We commit to excellence in dependability and customer satisfaction. If you have any questions or problems, please contact the Powervar Customer Service Department at 800- 369-7179 for more information. Introduction...
Preparation It is important to become familiar with your UPS and understand the different parts. This chapter briefly describes some important information that you need to know before using your equipment. Check your equipment Check your equipment for damages. If any equipment has been damaged during shipment, keep the shipping cartons and packing materials for the carrier or place of purchase, and file a...
The UPS and Battery Box can be stacked for easy use and storage convenience. What it looks like Your equipment will look similar to one of the following pictures. 15.7" (39.9cm) ACE400 & ACE600 @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@...
Rear Panels: American Models Although similar, the rear panels of the various models have different configurations. Find the drawing of the rear panel for your unit and become familiar with it. Models: ACE400 ACE600 Models: ACE1000 ACE1500 Chapter 1. Preparation...
Rear Panels: International Models Although similar, the rear panels of the various models have different configurations. Find the drawing of the rear panel for your unit and become familiar with it. Models: ACE400i ACE600i Models: ACE1000i ACE1400i ACE1800i ACE2200i Chapter 1. Preparation...
User Controls This section briefly describes the three items that are common to all models of the UPS. These items will also be described in more detail in the Installation and Operation sections of this manual. UPS ON/OFF Switch This switch is located on the rear of each unit. When the switch is ON, it allows the UPS to operate normally when the UPS is plugged in.
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NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A and B digital devices, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commer- cial or residential installation.
Installation Instructions Follow the simple step-by-step instructions for installation. There are separate instructions for American and International models. NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Warning To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, install in a temperature and humidity controlled indoor area free...
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For units with ACE Battery Boxes, continue with NOTE Step 2 . For units without ACE Battery Boxes, skip Step 2 and move to Step 3. Attach the ACE Battery Box plug into the UPS ACE Battery Box connection. Arcing may occur when inserting the plug.
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Verify that the UPS ON/OFF Switch is OFF, then plug the UPS line cord into the wall outlet. DO NOT plug laser printers into the UPS. NOTE Plug your load into the UPS using whichever outlets you need. UPS Owner’s Manual 13...
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Move the switch to ON. Wait several seconds while the UPS performs the initial internal self-diagnos- tics. UPS ON/OFF Switch Wait for the green ON, LINE OK, and BATTERY Charging LEDs to appear on the front panel of the UPS.
Installation — International Set up the Dip Switches according to the International Dip Switch Configurations table Models: below. If any switches are changed while the unit is running, the changes will not take effect until the unit is completely powered down and then turned back on.
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NOTE For units with ACE Battery Boxes, continue with Step 2. For units without ACE Battery Boxes, skip Step 2 and move to Step 3. Attach the ACE Battery Box plug into the UPS ACE Battery Box Connection. CAUTION Arcing may occur when inserting the plug.
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Unplug the line cord from your largest load. You do not need to unplug the cord from the wall outlet. Plug the line cord that you removed from your load in Step 4 into the male inlet on the UPS (located at the bottom left corner.
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Using the factory-supplied interconnecting line cord, plug one end to a female outlet on the UPS and one end to your load‘s male inlet. Female Outlets Rear of Load Male Inlet Line Cord T 4H 250V DO NOT plug laser printers into the UPS NOTE ...
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Wait for the green ON, LINE OK, and BAT- TERY Charging LEDs to appear on the front panel of the UPS. Push the Alarm Silence/ Reset Button if any red LEDs appear. If any red LEDs still appear, see Chapter 3. If you have more equipment to connect, repeat NOTE Steps 5 and 6 using the second interconnecting...
Operation As the unit powers up, it will go through a self- diagnosis for about 5 seconds. During this test, each LED turns on individually, from the bottom up by row, starting with the Site-Wiring Fault LED. The UPS runs various tests while turning on the LEDs.
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Front Panel Overview ON LED: This green LED is on when output voltage is available. The three AC Input LEDs describe line (green) conditions. Top LED: Red. This LED will be solid red when the Line is Too High (overvoltage condition) and the UPS (red) is in battery operation.
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The red Site Wiring Fault LED will be on if either the ground wire connection does not exist or the line and neutral wires are reversed in the line receptacle. This LED will stay on until the condition is fixed. It is the customer’s responsibil- (red) ity to correct the wiring fault.
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Alarm Silence/Reset Button. The alarm will sound at any new alarm condition. If the problem is resolved or the alarm silence/reset is pushed, the buzzer will go off. The five Load LEDs describe information (red) about the amount of Load in the form of a bar graph. (green) The bottom four (green) LEDs show either the load current or load watts (whichever is higher) in steps.
Rear Panel Controls Located on the right side of each Rear Panel is the UPS ON/OFF Switch, a set of dip switches, and the Communication Port. When the switch is ON, the UPS will turn on if normal AC input is applied. All models will UPS ON/OFF Switch operate normally when the unit is plugged in.
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Communication Port Configuration Table Signal Type Function Input (0.2 second RS-232 Remote Power Off: In absence of normal AC Input, level high pulse) output power is kept OFF until normal AC returns. Unit turns off after delay set by the dip switches. Output (RS-232 level high) AC Input Failure: Indicates absence of normal AC Input.
Maintenance Preventive Maintenance The best preventive measure is to keep the area around the unit clean and relatively dust free. If the atmosphere is very dusty, clean the outside of the system periodically with a vacuum cleaner. Battery Life By keeping the UPS at an ambient temperature of 25° C, the full battery life can be achieved providing that battery usage is not abnormal.
Regular Maintenance There is no user maintenance other than battery charging for units not in service. If there are any problems, repairs must be done by the factory or factory-authorized service locations. Please contact a sales representative or technical service if you have any questions or problems.
Specifications This section lists the electrical and physical specifi- cations for each model of the UPS. Electrical Input Voltage: (See Model Specifications table); ±20%; User-selectable extended range of ±25% for nominal voltages. Nominal Input Frequency: 60Hz and 50/60Hz; ±5%. Connections: American: 6-foot line cord with NEMA plug;...
Battery Type: Sealed, maintenance-free, lead- acid. Battery Charging: Charging for faster recovery; 3 to 8 hours. Battery Monitoring: Monitoring for earlier failure detection and warning. Backup Time: 5 to 10 minutes at full load; 10 to 30 minutes and more with typical partial load, depending on models.
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Dimensions Weight Number (Hz) Voltage (VAC) (VA) Current (Amp) in (cm) lbs ( kg) ACE400 4.5 x 6.7 x 15.7 24.5 (11.4 x 17.0 x 39.9) (11.1) ACE600 4.5 x 6.7 x 15.7 (11.4 x 17.0 x 39.9) (11.3) ACE1000 1000 7 x 9 x 16.7...
• For 110V (220V): Dip too low. Switch 1 = OFF, 2 = ON • Battery fuse or circuit open. • Contact Powervar's service center. Alarm continues to sound • Serious problem still exists. • Turn the UPS off and then back after Silence Button is pushed on.
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• Batteries need charging. • Keep UPS plugged into battery runs low wall socket for at least 24 hrs. • Batteries need service. • Contact Powervar's service center. Battery Service • Battery needs service. • Contact Powervar's service LED is RED center.
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