American Power Conversion 208-220 User Manual

Smart-UPS® VT

10-30 kVA

208/220 V

Site Preparation and

Installation Manual

Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA 208/220 V

Site Preparation and Installation Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS –

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This manual contains important instructions for the SUVT series that should be

followed during installation and maintenance of the UPS and Batteries

Smart-UPS® VT 10-30kVA, 208V, Site Preparation and Installation – 990-1598A 1

Contents

Safety .....................................................................1

General Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Symbols used in this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Environmental symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

General safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Introduction ............................................................3

UPS Family Range and Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

13.85 in/352 mm Enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

20.59 in/523 mm Enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Type label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

User interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Connection Interface (rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Foot print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

APC Network Management Card AP9619 (installed in UPS)

and APC Humidity Sensor (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Site Preparation .....................................................10

Installation Space Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Clearance for 20.59 in/523 mm Enclosures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Clearance for stand-alone 13.85 in/352 mm Enclosures . . . . . . 11

Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Operating conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Heat dissipation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Audible noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Recommended current protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Minimum breaker settings for 10 kVA UPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Minimum breaker settings for 15 kVA UPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Minimum breaker settings for 20 kVA UPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Minimum setting of breakers for 30 kVA UPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Recommended phase-conductor sizes [AWG] for a 86°F

(30°C) temperature environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

EPO switch wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual i

Basic Wiring Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Site Preparation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Mechanical assembly ............................................ 18

Stabilizing Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Leveling Feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Floor Anchoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Drilling floor holes for floor anchoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Hole positions for floor anchors (stand-alone Enclosures) . . . . . 20

Floor anchoring of stand-alone systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Electrical Installation ............................................ 22

System-Electrical Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Source connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

One-line diagram for Smart-UPS VT 10, 15, 20, 30kVA,

208V, 3 phase, single mains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

One-line diagram for Smart-UPS VT 10, 15, 20, 30kVA,

220V, 3 phase, single mains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Input/Output Wiring – Single Mains (default) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Input/Output Wiring – Dual Mains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

External Battery Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Wiring to battery bank or battery racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Communication Wiring to EPO and Optional Equipment . . . . 33

Pin connections J106 (XR Enclosure) and J108 (EPO) . . . . . . . . 34

Pin connections J106 (UPS) to J200 (XR Enclosure - option) . . . 34

XR Enclosure, APC Maintenance Bypass Panel, and Generator

Control wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Pin connections J108 (for EPO wiring options) . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Connection of APC Humidity Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Front panel removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Wiring Verification Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Installation Site Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

ii Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Safety

General Safety Instructions

This guide contains important instructions that should be followed when handling the UPS, Battery

Enclosures, and batteries.

Symbols used in this guide

WARNING!

Risk of electric shock.

CAUTION!

Read this information to avoid equipment damage.

Indicates important information.

Note

Indicates that more information is available on this subject in a different section of this

manual.

Indicates that more information is available on the same subject in a different manual.

Environmental symbols

Temperature Ventilation

Humidity Dust/Fumes Altitude

requirements

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 1

Safety – General Safety Instructions

General safety

WARNING!

All electrical power and control wiring must be installed by a qualified electrician and

comply with local and national codes.

WARNING!

When connected, the UPS contains energy from both AC and DC sources. If the UPS

has dual mains supply, be aware of the two AC supply sources. Risk of electric shock -

parts inside the UPS are energized from the battery supply even the AC power is

disconnected.

WARNING!

Servicing of batteries should be performed or supervised by personnel knowledgeable

of batteries and the required precautions. Keep unauthorized personnel away from

batteries.

WARNING!

Batteries do not contain serviceable parts. Only APC authorized personnel may open

batteries.

WARNING!

Do not dispose of battery or batteries in a fire. The battery may explode. Do not open or

mutilate the battery or batteries. Released electrolyte is harmful to the skin and eyes. It

may be toxic.

WARNING!

Risk of Energy Hazard, 96 V, 7.2 Ampere-hour battery. Before replacing batteries,

remove watches, rings, or other metal objects. High energy through conductive

materials could cause severe burns.

WARNING!

When handling batteries, wear rubber gloves and boots. Do not lay tools or metal

objects on top of batteries.

WARNING!

When replacing a Battery Unit, replace with the same number of the APC SYBT1

(always replace a whole Battery Module (4 Battery Units) at a time).

WARNING!

Only trained personnel familiar with the construction and operation of the equipment

and the electrical and mechanical hazards involved, may install and remove system

components.

For configurations including customer-supplied external batteries, refer to

manufacturer’s battery installation and maintenance instructions.

2 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Introduction

Welcome to the Site Preparation and Installation Manual for the Smart-UPS® VT. This manual

contains information on how to prepare your site for the installation of the UPS and optional APC

equipment (also available at www.apc.com) and instructions on how to carry out the electrical/

mechanical installation. Separate manuals are available on:

• Receiving and Unpacking - part no. 990-1747

• Operation - part no. 990-1599

Keep the UPS free from loose objects to prevent obstruction of the airflow.

Note

For more information on APC products and services, visit us at www.apc.com

Note

Most illustrations show 20.59 in / 523 mm Enclosures but apply to both Enclosure sizes

(13.85 in / 352 mm and 20.59 in / 523 mm). Any differences between the two Enclosure

Note

sizes will be addressed in the manual.

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 3

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Voltage & Connection Types

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AC Input

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front panel 10-15 kVA

Front without

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4 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Introduction – UPS Family Range and Components

Serial number

The serial number is available on the type label on the rear side of the UPS.

Type label

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Unit Serial No

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SUVTF10KB4F

SUVTF15KB2F

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SUVT10KF2B2S

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APC Smart-UPS VT 10kVA 208/220V

w/2 Batt. Modules

APC Smart-UPS VT 10kVA 208/220V

w/1 Batt. Module Exp. to 4

APC Smart-UPS VT 10kVA 208/220V

w/2 Batt. Modules Exp. to 4

APC Smart-UPS VT 10kVA 208/220V

w/3 Batt. Modules Exp. to 4

APC Smart-UPS VT 10kVA 208/220V

w/4 Batt. Modules

APC Smart-UPS VT 15kVA 208/220V

w/2 Batt. Modules

Battery Capacity

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7.2Ah

14.4Ah

7.2Ah

14.4Ah

21.6Ah

28.8Ah

14.4Ah

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10kVA/8kW

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208/220V

Rated Output Current

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208/220V

Battery Current

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SUVT15KF2B4S

SUVTF15KB4F

SUVTF20KB4F

SUVTF30KB4F

Voltage & Connection Types

AC Input

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220Y/127V 4W+GND 60Hz

SUVT15KF3B4S

SUVT15KF4B4S

SUVT20KF2B4S

SUVT20KF3B4S

SUVT20KF4B4S

SUVT30KF3B4S

SUVT30KF4B4S

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220Y/127V 4W+GND 60Hz

AC Output

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w/2 Batt. Modules Exp. to 4

APC Smart-UPS VT 15kVA 208/220V

w/3 Batt. Modules Exp. to 4

APC Smart-UPS VT 15kVA 208/220V

w/4 Batt. Modules

APC Smart-UPS VT 20kVA 208/220V

w/2 Batt. Modules Exp. to 4

APC Smart-UPS VT 20kVA 208/220V

w/3 Batt. Modules Exp. to 4

APC Smart-UPS VT 20kVA 208/220V

w/4 Batt. Modules

APC Smart-UPS VT 30kVA 208/220V

w/3 Batt. Modules Exp. to 4

APC Smart-UPS VT 30kVA 208/220V

w/4 Batt. Modules

DC Input

± 192V

Date

installed

14.4Ah

21.6Ah

28.8Ah

14.4Ah

21.6Ah

28.8Ah

21.6Ah

28.8Ah

Batteries

Date for 1.

Replacement

15kVA/12kW

20kVA/16kW

30kVA/24kW

Date for 2.

Replacement

40.6/38.4A
208/220V

54.2/51.2A
208/220V

81.3/76.7A
208/220V

41.6/39.4A
208/220V

55.5/52.5A
208/220V

83.3/78.7A
208/220V

SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE CONNECTING TO THE

SUPPLY

THIS REAR COVER MUST BE

PLACED ON UPS

885-2321D_rev05

43.3A

57.7A

86.6A

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 5

Introduction – UPS Family Range and Components

User interface



Output

Pwr

!

Zone

Probe






10/100Base-T

Reset

10/100

AP9619 Network Manag

ement Card EM







Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT



Display: user-control interface used to configure the functionality, monitor the system, set alarm



thresholds, and to provide audible and visual alarms.

Network Management Card with Environmental Monitor (AP9619): used for remote system



control and monitoring, e-mail notifications etc.

®

Computer-interface port for the connection of computers with APC Powerchute



Mechanical Bypass Lever: used to bypass the upstream mains power around the UPS to support



software.

the load directly = internal mechanical bypass operation.

Service port (for APC maintenance personnel only).



6 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Display port for the connection of display communication cable.



Documentation storage.



Inlet for communication cables.



Connection Interface (rear)

Introduction – UPS Family Range and Components













Upper Cover Plate rear.



Upper part of Conduit Box.



990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 7

Introduction – UPS Family Range and Components

Lower part of Conduit Box.



Power connection.



Communication wiring connection (EPO signalling, Battery Temperature Sensor).



Protective earth.



Foot print

Rear Rear

 




36.45 in/
926 mm

 

Conduit Box.



Levelling feet.



20.59 in/523 mm

13.85 in/352 mm





Castors.



Communication cable inlets.



8 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Introduction – UPS Family Range and Components

APC Network Management Card AP9619 (installed in UPS) and APC Humidity Sensor

(Optional)

Humidity Sensor

Output

Pwr

!

Zone

Probe

10/100Base-T

Reset

10/100

AP9619 Network Management Card EM

For installing Humidity Sensor see “Connection of APC Humidity Sensor” on page 40.

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 9

Site Preparation

Installation Space Requirements

Clearance for 20.59 in/523 mm Enclosures

(A)

(B)

UPS

Conduit Box
(F)

(C)

(E)

Space requirements in mm

Minimum clearance above Enclosure (A) 20.00 508

Enclosure depth (B) 32.99 838

Enclosure width (C) 20.59 523

Minimum rear service clearance* (compliant with NEC 110.26 for
North America) (D)

Minimum front clearance (E) 40.00 1,000

Conduit Box, depth (F) 3.46 88

No side clearance required (add width of Stabilizing Brackets for
floor anchoring if applicable)

Stabilizing Bracket width 3.34 85

(D)

(G)

36.00 914

00

Total installation depth, inclusive of Front Panel, Conduit Box and
minimum front and rear clearances (G)

112.45 2,840

*) Minimum free rear space for ventilation 4 in/100 mm.

10 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Site Preparation – Installation Space Requirements

Clearance for stand-alone 13.85 in/352 mm Enclosures

(A)

(B)

UPS

Conduit Box (F)

(C)

(D)

(G)

(E)

Stabilizing Bracket,
left and right

Space requirements in mm

Minimum clearance above UPS (A) 20.00 508

UPS depth (B) 32.99 854

UPS width 13.85 352

Minimum rear service clearance* (compliant with NEC 110.26

36.00 914

for North America) (D)

Minimum front clearance (E) 40.00 1,000

Conduit Box, depth (F) 3.46 88

No side clearance required (add width of Stabilizing Bracket for

00

floor anchoring if applicable)

Stabilizing Bracket width 3.34 85

Total installation depth, inclusive of Front Panel, Conduit Box

112.45 2.840

and minimum front and rear clearances (G)

*) Minimum free rear space for ventilation 4 in/100 mm.

For the stability of 13.85 in/352 mm stand-alone Enclosures, the Stabilizing Brackets

must always be mounted on both sides of the UPS. See Stabilizing Brackets.

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 11

Operating Environment

Operating conditions

Install the UPS in an indoor, temperature-controlled area, free of conductive

contaminants.

Note

Temperature

Range:

32° to 104°F /

0° to 40°C

Heat dissipation

UPS size

10 kVA 1,774 20 kVA 3,624

15 kVA 2,866 30 kVA 5,486

Audible noise

UPS Sizes

Keep Ventilated

Front-to-Rear

Airflow (see

space

considerations)

BTU/hr at fully

charged batteries UPS size

Audible noise at 100% load

(1.09 yard/1 m from the UPS)

Relative

Humidity: <95%

Non-condensing

No Conductive

Dust or

Corrosive

Fumes

(1.09 yard/1 m from the UPS)

Altitude derating table:
3,000 ft/914 m: 100% load
4,500 ft/1371 m: 95% load
6,000 ft/1828 m: 91% load
8,000 ft/2438 m: 86% load

10,000 ft/3048 m: 82% load

BTU/hr at fully

charged batteries

Audible noise at <70% load

10-15 kVA 54 dBA 45.4 dBA

20-30 kVA 58 dBA 48.5 dBA

12 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Recommended current protection

AC output over-current protection and AC output disconnect must be provided by the

customer.

Note

Dual/single
mains
configuration Connection 10 kVA 15 kVA 20 kVA 30 kVA Notes

Site Preparation – Operating Environment

Single Mains/bypass

input

Dual Mains input 35 A

Dual Bypass input 35 A

Any Output 35 A fast-

Note 1: If the available fault current of the installation is below 30 kA, a lower kAIC-rated breaker can be

used.

Note 2: For breaker settings, refer to below table listing available overload currents.

Note 3: If the available fault current of the installation is less than 1200 A for the 10 kVA and 15 kVA UPS

sizes, and below 2300 A for the 20 kVA and 30 kVA UPS sizes, a breaker (of the same value as for the

bypass input) can be used.

Note 4: Recommended maximum rating of a single-fuse configuration if the internal bypass is to be protected

during a load short-circuit.

35 A
breaker (30
kAIC)

breaker
(30 kAIC)

breaker
(30 kAIC)

acting class
J fuse

60 A
breaker (30
kAIC)

60 A
breaker
(30 kAIC)

60 A
breaker
(30 kAIC)

60 A fast­acting class
J fuse

80 A breaker
(30 kAIC)

80 A breaker
(30 kAIC)

80 A breaker
(30 kAIC)

80 A fast­acting class
J fuse

125 A breaker
(30 kAIC)

125 A breaker
(30 kAIC)

125 A breaker
(30 kAIC)

125 A fast­acting class
J fuse

1, 2

1, 2

3, 4

Minimum breaker settings for 10 kVA UPS

Overload Event Mains input Bypass input Output Duration Notes

Internal fault 2 kA 1.7 kA 14 kA <10 ms 1

800% overload bypass
operation

150% overload normal/
battery operation

125% overload normal/
battery operation

Continuously 34 A 31 A 31 A

Note 1: For the output value, the short-circuit-level is indicated.

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 13

– 223 A 223 A 500 ms

– – 42 A 30 s

– – 35 A 60 s

∞

Site Preparation – Operating Environment

Minimum breaker settings for 15 kVA UPS

Overload Event Mains input Bypass input Output Duration Notes

Internal fault 2.5 kA 2.1 kA 14 kA <10 ms 1

800% overload bypass
operation

150% overload normal/
battery operation

125% overload normal/
battery operation

Continuously 51 A 46 A 46 A

Note 1: For the output value, the short-circuit-level is indicated

– 333 A 333 A 500 ms

– – 63 A 30 s

– – 52 A 60 s

Minimum breaker settings for 20 kVA UPS

Overload Event Mains input Bypass input Output Duration Notes

Internal fault 4 kA 3.4 kA 14 kA <10 ms 1

800% overload bypass
operation

150% overload normal/
battery operation

125% overload normal/
battery operation

– 444 A 444 A 500 ms

– – 84 A 30 s

– – 70 A 60 s

∞

Continuously 68 A 62 A 62 A

Note 1: For the output value, the short-circuit-level is indicated.

Minimum setting of breakers for 30 kVA UPS

Overload Event Mains input Bypass input Output Duration Notes

Internal fault 5 kA 4.2 kA 14 kA <10 ms 1

800% overload bypass
operation

150% overload normal/battery
operation

125% overload normal/battery
operation

Continuously 102 A 92 A 92 A

Note 1: For the output value, the short-circuit level is indicated.

– 667 A 667 A 500 ms

– – 125 A 30 s

– – 105 A 60 s

∞

∞

14 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Site Preparation – Operating Environment

Recommended phase-conductor sizes [AWG] for a 86°F (30°C) temperature

environment

Mains input

UPS/AWG sizes

10 kVA 8 8 1

15 kVA 6 6 1

20 kVA 4 4 1

30 kVA 1 1 1

[AWG]

AC output
[AWG]

DC input
[AWG], 75°C Wire

Use Molex lug type or equivalent, and crimp to manufacturer’s specifications.

Note

Cable Size
[AWG] Cable Lug Type Crimping Tool Die

12 YA12CL2TC38 MD7-34R W12CVT 0.2 in/6 mm

8 YA8CL2TC38 MD7-34R W8CVT 0.2 in/6 mm

6 YA6CL2TC38 MD7-34R W5CVT 0.2 in/6 mm

4 YA4CL2TC38 MD7-34R W4CVT 0.2 in/6 mm

1 YA1CL2TC38 MD7-34R W1CVT 0.2 in/6 mm

)

Terminal Bolt
Diameter

WARNING!

At 100% non-liniear load (EN50091-3 standard), the neutral shall be rated for 200%

phase current.

EPO switch wiring

The UPS must be connected to either a dry contact or a 24VDC Emergency Power Off (EPO) switch.

See “Pin connections J108 (for EPO wiring options)” on page 37

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 15

Basic Wiring Overview

AC input power

DC power

Communication Interface

AC power (output)

EPO

EPO

Maintenance

Bypass Panel

(Optional Equipment)

XR Enclosure(s)
(Optional, 4 Max.)

16 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

UPS

Site Preparation Checklist

System components. Have you –





Site Preparation. Have you –





Arrival Preparation. Have you –




determined minimum battery run time requirement based on load (kW and kVA) and selected the
proper number of APC XR Enclosures (SUVTBXR2B6S, SUVTXR2B6S and SUVTBXR6B6S,
SUVTXR6B6S) and Battery Unit (SYBT1). Always install a whole Battery Module (4 Battery
Units) at a time.

considered Service Program or Extended Warranty plan?

verified that input voltage and current are available?

considered correct operating space, floor strength (see Installation Space Requirements), cooling,
and environment (see Operating Environment).

reviewed all electrical work to determine wiring requirements?

verified that space and handling equipment are available to receive the UPS/XR Enclosure?
(Including unloading the UPS/XR Enclosure from the delivery truck).

scheduled an authorized electrician to install the UPS/XR Enclosure?

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 17

Mechanical assembly

Stabilizing Brackets

Always install the Stabilizing Brackets on the 13.85 in/352 mm Enclosure (shipped with the UPS) to

enhance the stability of the Enclosure.

Attach the Stabilizing Bracket to the UPS Enclosure re-using the screws used to secure

the UPS to the pallet during shipment.

Note

!

Ou
tput

Pwr

Zone

P
robe

10/100Base-T

R
e
set

AP96

1
0/
100

1
9
Net

w
o
rk
Management Card EM



Serial:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT



Serial:

Model

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Mode

BATTERY UNIT

Stabilizing

Bracket



:

S
er

ial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

l:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT



If the Enclosure needs to be moved after Stabilizing Brackets have been attached to the Enclosure,

the Stabilizing Brackets must be pushed up into their high position.

Loosen the two screws of both Stabilizing Brackets, and push the bracket up into the high



position.

When the Enclosure has reached its new position, push the Bracket into its “down” position



again, and tighten the screws.

WARNING!

For stability reasons, do not remove Stabilizing Brackets from 13.85 in/352 mm

Enclosures.

18 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Leveling Feet

Verify that the installation has been electrically wired before setting the leveling feet.

Note

Setting the leveling feet

Set the leveling feet to ensure the UPS is horizontal when it is in its final operating position. Use a 13/

14-mm wrench (shipped with UPS) to adjust all 4 leveling feet from front to back, and left to right,

until the pads make solid contact with the floor. Use a bubble level to check the Enclosure is

horizontal.

13/14-mm wrench

CAUTION!

To avoid equipment damage, do not push or pull the UPS after the leveling feet have

been lowered.

When the Leveling Feet have been set, remember to reinstall the Front Panel.

See Front Panel section.

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 19

Floor Anchoring

If floor anchoring is required in your area, read this section. If not, proceed to

Operating Environment. However, if you install a 13.85 in/352 mm Enclosure, it must

Note

Drilling floor holes for floor anchoring

Note

Hole positions for floor anchors (stand-alone Enclosures)

always be equipped with the Stabilizing Bracket for enhanced stability (not necessary

to bolt the Stabilizing Bracket to the floor in non-seismic areas).

If the UPS installation requires floor anchoring, the UPS installation must be anchored to

the floor, re-using the brackets that also secured the UPS to the pallets when shipped. For

easy determination of where to drill the holes, refer to the applicable drawings below

indicating hole positions and size.

5.78in/
147mm

5.11in/
130mm

5.11in/
130mm

5.11in/
130mm

5.11in/
130mm

5.11in/
130mm

0.92in/

23.5mm

Rear

Floor anchor holes:
Ø 10 mm

20.59 in/523 mm Enclosure



26.3in/575mm 15.9in/404mm

25in/650mm

Rear

Floor anchor holes:
Ø 10 mm

13.85 in/352 mm



Enclosure

Refer to this drawing for floor anchor positions for 20.59 in/523 mm.



Refer to this drawing for 13.85 in/352 mm.



20 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Mechanical assembly – Floor Anchoring

Recommended minimum number of floor bolts per Enclosure: 4 (1 in each corner).

Recommended floor bolt size: 5/16(3/8) in/8 mm.

Note

Floor anchoring of stand-alone systems

In seismic areas, it is recommended that the installation be bolted to the floor, and that the batteries be

secured in the Enclosure by the Battery Securing Brackets.

For floor anchoring, use the 2 transport brackets that were used to secure the UPS to the pallet



during transport.

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

Floor Anchoring
Bracket
(re-use of transport
bracket)

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT











Align the 4 holes in the bottom angle of the Floor Anchoring Bracket on either side of the



Enlosures to the pre-drilled holes in the floor

Front Panel

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 21

Electrical Installation

System-Electrical Information

WARNING!

All electrical power and power control wiring must be installed by a qualified electrician,

and must comply with local and national regulations for maximum power rating.

UPS ratings 208 V

Input voltage / Bypass voltage (V) 3-phase

Input current (nominal, per phase) (A) 24.3 36.5 48.2 72.9

Maximum input current per phase (continuous, at
minimum mains voltage)

Input current protection for mains source or single
mains supply (external to UPS, not supplied) (A)

Input current protection for bypass source in dual mains
configuration (external to UPS, not supplied) (A)

Input frequency (Hz) range 40-70 40-70 40-70 40-70

Output voltage (on line). (V)
Minimum and maximum values (+/- 1%)

Output current (nominal, per phase) (A) 27.8 41.6 55.5 83.3

Maximum output current
(in bypass only at 110% overload per phase)

10 kVA
8 kW

208Y/
120 V

26.7 40.2 53.0 80.1

3x35 3x60 3x80 3x125

35 60 80 125

120/208 120/208 120/208 120/208

30.5 45.8 61.1 91.6

15 kVA
12 kW

3-phase
208Y/
120 V

20kVA
16 kW

3phase
208Y/
120 V

30 kVA
24 kW

3-phase
208Y/
120 V

Neutral output current (with 100% switch mode load)
(A)

Output current protection (external to UPS, not
supplied) (A)

Output frequency range (Hz) 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60

DC overcurrent protection and disconnect switch for
external safety:
DC voltage rating of the battery supply
Maximum available short-circuit current

22 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

48.1 72.1 96.2 144.2

40 60 80 120

27.8

+/- 192
10 kA

41.8

+/- 192
10 kA

55.7

+/- 192
10 kA

83.5

+/- 192
10 kA

Electrical Installation – System-Electrical Information

UPS ratings 220 V

10 kVA
8 kW

Input voltage / Bypass voltage (V) 3-phase

220Y/
127 V

15 kVA
12 kW

3-phase
220Y/
127 V

20kVA
16 kW

3-phase
220Y/
127 V

30 kVA
24 kW

3-phase
220Y/
127 V

Input current (nominal, per phase) (A) 22.9 34.6 46.5 68.9

Maximum input current per phase (continuous, at

25.2 38.0 50.1 75.8

minimum mains voltage)

Input current protection for mains source or single

3x35 3x60 3x80 3x125

mains supply (external to UPS, not supplied) (A)

Input current protection for bypass source in dual mains

35 60 80 125

configuration (external to UPS, not supplied) (A)

Input frequency (Hz) range 40-70 40-70 40-70 40-70

Output voltage (on line). (V)

127/220 127/220 127/220 127/220

Minimum and maximum values (+/- 1%)

Output current (nominal, per phase) (A) 26.2 39.4 52.5 78.7

Maximum output current

28.9 43.3 57.7 86.6

(in bypass only at 110% overload per phase)

Neutral output current (with 100% switch mode load)

45.5 68.2 90.9 136.4

(A)

Output current protection (external to UPS, not

40 60 80 120

supplied) (A)

Output frequency range (Hz) 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60

DC overcurrent protection and disconnect switch for

26.4

39.6

52.7

78.9
external safety:
DC voltage rating of the battery supply
Maximum available short-circuit current

+/- 192
10 kA

+/- 192
10 kA

+/- 192
10 kA

+/- 192
10 kA

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 23

Electrical Installation – System-Electrical Information

Source connections

WARNING!

The UPS must be supplied from a 208Y/120 V or 220Y/127 V 4W + GND 60Hz
source.

CAUTION!

Verify clockwise phase-rotation (L1, L2, L3) and make sure a neutral connection is

present.

For recommended “Recommended current protection” , see The Site Preparation

section.

CAUTION!

The installation must comply with all local and national codes.

Refer to NEC Articles 310-15, 310-16 for further information.

8

24 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Electrical Installation – System-Electrical Information

One-line diagram for Smart-UPS VT 10, 15, 20, 30kVA, 208V, 3 phase, single mains

XR Battery Cabinet

DC Input

Breaker

8

10kVA, 27.8A
15kVA, 41.7A
20kVA, 55.6A
30kVA, 83.3A

10kVA, 22.2A
15kVA, 33.3A
20kVA, 44.4A
30kVA, 66.6A

2

5

Utility source

(provided by others)

3PH 208Y/120V

4 wire + ground

10kVA, 27.8A
15kVA, 41.7A
20kVA, 55.6A
30kVA, 83.3A

Maintenance
Bypass
Panel

Q1(UIS)

3P

2

UPS

MIB
10kVA, 35A.T.
15kVA, 60A.T.
20kVA, 80A.T.
30kVA, 125A.T.

2

10kVA, 27.8A
15kVA, 41.7A
20kVA, 55.6A
30kVA, 83.3A

10kVA, 27.8A
15kVA, 41.7A
20kVA, 55.6A
30kVA, 83.3A

1

Notes:

1. Must be 4 wire + ground WYE source provided by others.

2. Dashed lines between units (- - -) represent AC/DC cabling
provided by others.

3. Input overcurrent protection is based on 80% rating – any
deviation please contact APC.

4. AC Power cabling is 4 wire + ground at 208VAC 3-phase.

5. Separate conduits, 2 wire + ground

6. UPS input and output cables must be in separate conduits.

7. Power wiring and control wiring must be in separate
conduits

8. XR Battery Enclosure can be bayed to UPS. Baying kit has
to be purchased as an option.
XR Battery Enclosure is available without breaker with DC
fuses only. Up to 4 XR Battery Enclosures can be connected
to UPS to extend backup time.

9. Single mains installation is a default.
Dual Mains option requires custom entineering. Please refer
to APC Custom Engineering group and drawing# CEG­SUVT10kF-SD for details.

10. Installation must comply with all applicable national and
local codes.

10kVA, 27.8A
15kVA, 41.7A
20kVA, 55.6A
30kVA, 83.3A

Q2/UOS)

2

4P

F1, 3P

2

UPS System Output 10kVA, 15lVA,

20kVA and 30kVA

208V 3ph – 4 wire + ground or

120V 1ph – 2 wire + ground

MBS

3P

Q3(BPS)

4P

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 25

Electrical Installation – System-Electrical Information

One-line diagram for Smart-UPS VT 10, 15, 20, 30kVA, 220V, 3 phase, single mains

XR Battery Cabinet

DC Input

Breaker

8

10kVA, 26.2A
15kVA, 39.4A
20kVA, 52.5A
30kVA, 78.7A

10kVA, 22.2A
15kVA, 33.3A
20kVA, 44.4A
30kVA, 66.6A

2

5

Utility source

(provided by others)

3PH 220Y/127V

4 wire + ground

10kVA, 26.2A
15kVA, 39.4A
20kVA, 52.5A
30kVA, 78.7A

Maintenance
Bypass
Panel

Q1(UIS)

3P

2

UPS

MIB
10kVA, 35A.T.
15kVA, 60A.T.
20kVA, 80A.T.
30kVA, 125A.T.

2

10kVA, 26.2A
15kVA, 39.4A
20kVA, 52.5A
30kVA, 78.7A

10kVA, 26.2A
15kVA, 39.4A
20kVA, 52.5A
30kVA, 78.7A

1

Notes:

1. Must be 4 wire + ground WYE source provided by others.

2. Dashed lines between units (- - -) represent AC/DC cabling
provided by others.

3. Input overcurrent protection is based on 80% rating – any
deviation please contact APC.

4. AC Power cabling is 4 wire + ground at 208VAC 3-phase.

5. Separate conduits, 2 wire + ground

6. UPS input and output cables must be in separate conduits.

7. Power wiring and control wiring must be in separate
conduits

8. XR Battery Enclosure can be bayed to UPS. Baying kit has
to be purchased as an option.
XR Battery Enclosure is available without breaker with DC
fuses only. Up to 4 XR Battery Enclosures can be connected
to UPS to extend backup time.

9. Single mains installation is a default.
Dual Mains option requires custom entineering. Please refer
to APC Custom Engineering group and drawing# CEG­SUVT10kF-SD for details.

10. Installation must comply with all applicable national and
local codes.

10kVA, 26.2A
15kVA, 39.4A
20kVA, 52.5A
30kVA, 78.7A

Q2/UOS)

2

4P

F1, 3P

2

UPS System Output 10kVA, 15kVA,

20kVA and 30kVA

220V 3ph – 4 wire + ground or

127V 1ph – 2 wire + ground

MBS

3P

Q3(BPS)

4P

26 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Wiring

Make sure the UPS is in its location of use before wiring begins.

Note

CAUTION!

Verify clockwise phase-rotation (L1, L2, L3) and make sure a neutral connection is

present.

Power terminal lug diameter: minimum 0.2 in/6 mm.

Torque value: 45 lbf-in/7Nm.

Note

If floor anchoring is required, attach the Floor Anchoring Brackets to the UPS now.

Follow step 1 under Floor Anchoring (Option).

Note

Electrical Installation – Wiring

Note

Please leave a copy of your wiring diagram with the customer to facilitate maintenance

and troubleshooting.

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 27

Input/Output Wiring – Single Mains (default)

The UPS is designed for both single (default) and dual mains installations. Follow the below steps to

install the UPS in a single-mains installation.

The illustrations show a 20.59 in/523 mm Enclosure, but installation procedures are

identical for 13.85 in/352 mm Enclosures).

Note

Wiring procedure – single mains





Conduit box
(top part)



Conduit box
(bottom part)



MBP
Conduit

Output

N

N







EPO
Conduit

Input

Loosen the (6) M4 screws from the cover of the cable termination area on the rear, and remove.



Loosen the (2) M4 screws (1 each side) from the top part of the Conduit Box. Loosen the M4



screws attaching it to the bottom part (2 screws in a 13.8 5in/352 mm Enclosure, 3 screws in a

20.59 in/523 mm Enclosure), and remove.

28 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Loosen the (4) M4 screws (2 each side) from the bottom part of the Conduit Box and remove.



Punch 2 holes in the marked areas of the Conduit Box bottom to fit the size of the conduit pipes,



and reattach the Conduit Box bottom to the Enclosure, re-using the (4) M4 screws.

Install conduit pipes in the Conduit Box.



Run cables through the conduit pipes and the bottom of the Conduit Box, pull behind the bar



and up into the input/output area.

Reinstall the top part of the Conduit Box to the Enclosure, following reverse installation



procedures.



Mains
input
cables

Neutral







Attach input cable lugs to L1, L2 and L3 input busbars (left side in the UPS – on the front of the



L

1

L

2

L

3

N

N

L

1

L

2

L

3






Neutral

Output
cables



Ground
cables

busbar), using the provided M6 torx screws. Attach output cable lugs to L1, L2 and L3 output

busbars, using the provided M6 torx screws. Attach N x 2 where shown, using the provided torx

screws.

Attach Ground x 2 where shown, using the provided torx screws.



Fasten cables with cable ties.



Reinstall rear cover.



990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 29

Input/Output Wiring – Dual Mains

The UPS is designed for single mains installation as default. Follow the below instructions to install

the UPS in a dual-mains installation

The illustrations show 20.59 in/523 mm Enclosures, but the installation procedures are

identical for 13.85 in/352 mm Enclosures).

Note

Wiring procedure – dual mains



Conduit box
(top part)

Conduit box
(bottom part)







MBP Conduit

Input

N





Bypass

C

B

N



A



EPO Conduit

Output

Loosen the (6) M4 screws from the cover of the cable termination area, and remove.



Loosen the (2) M4 screws (1 each side) from the top part of the Conduit Box. Loosen the M4



screws attaching it to the bottom part (2 screws in a 13.8 5in/352 mm Enclosure, 3 screws in a

20.59 in/523 mm Enclosure), and remove.

Loosen the (4) M4 screws (2 each side) from the bottom part of the Conduit Box and remove.



30 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Electrical Installation – Input/Output Wiring – Dual Mains

Punch 3 holes in the Conduit Box bottom to fit the size of the conduit pipes, and reattach the



Conduit Box bottom to the Enclosure, re-using the (4) M4 screws.

Install conduit pipes in the Conduit Box bottom.



Run cables through the conduit pipes and the bottom of the Conduit Box. Guide the cables



behind the bar and up into the input/output area.

Reinstall the top part of the Conduit Box to the Enclosure, following reverse deinstallation



procedures (described in a previous step).

Remove the (2) M6 screws from Brackets A, B, and C and remove all 3 brackets.





Utility



input



cables



Neutral



Attach input cable lugs to L1, L2 and L3 input busbars (left side in the UPS – on the front of the



L

1

L

2

L

3

N

L

1

L

2

L

3

L

1

L

2

L

3

N

N











Neutral

Bypass
input
cables

Output
cables

Neutral

Ground
cables

busbar), using the provided M6 torx screws. Attach bypass cable lugs to L1, L2, L3 bypass

busbars, using the provided torx screws. Attach output cable lugs to L1, L2, L3 output busbars,

using the provided torx screws.

Attach N x 3 where shown., using the provided torx screws.

Attach Ground x 3 where shown.



Fasten all cables with cable ties.



Reinstall rear cover.



990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 31

External Battery Wiring

Wiring to battery bank or battery racks

L

1

L

2

L

3

N

L

1

L

2

L

3

L

1

L

2

L

3

N



Bat+

N

Bat-

N

N

Attach DC cables to upper part of busbars as shown.



For configurations including customer-supplied external batteries, refer to manufacturer’s

battery installation and maintenance instructions.

32 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Communication Wiring to EPO and Optional Equipment

EPO switch must be connected to a NEC Class 2 wiring.

Note

Use only 28-16AWG copper wire for the connection of the Emergency Power Off (EPO)

and other optional equipment. Keep all other wiring and uninsulated live parts separate of

Note

Note

other NEC Class 2 circuits.

Do not connect any circuits to the EPO terminal block unless it can be confirmed that the

circuit is a NEC Class 2 circuit.

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 33

Electrical Installation – Communication Wiring to EPO and Optional Equipment

Pin connections J106 (XR Enclosure) and J108 (EPO)

L

1

L

2

L

3

N

N

L

1

L

2

L

3

J106 Pin Connections:

8 Ext. charging control return

7 External control of charging

6 Q3 active return

5 Q3 active

4 Battery measurement supply*

3 Battery unit quantity*

2 Max. battery temperature*

1 Battery measurement return*

* Should be used with APC XR

J108 Pin Connections:

1 Normally open EPO

2 Normally open EPO return

3 Normally closed EPO

4 Normally closed EPO return

5 +24V SELV supply

6 SELV ground

Enclosures only

Pin connections J106 (UPS) to J200 (XR Enclosure - option)

Pins 1 through 4 are for battery measurement (only applicable to APC XR Enclosures).

Pins 5 & 6 are for external maintenance bypass Q3. When Q3 is closed, signals are fed back to the

UPS controller.

Pins 7 & 8 are for external charge control. When 7 & 8 are closed, the UPS charges batteries with a

pre-defined percentage (0-100%) of the maximum charging power. To be used in generator

applications, or if special codes requires control of charging.

34 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Electrical Installation – Communication Wiring to EPO and Optional

When connecting the Q3 auxiliary signal, use gold-plated N/C auxiliary switch on Q3.

Note

XR Enclosure, APC Maintenance Bypass Panel, and Generator Control wiring

J106

8

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

Charging control switch

Q3
switch

4

3

2

1

J200 (XR Batteries)

Pins 1 through 4 are for battery measurement (only applicable to APC XR Enclosures).

Pins 5 through 6 are for external maintenance bypass Q3.

Pins 7 and 8 are for external charge control.

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 35

Electrical Installation – Communication Wiring to EPO and Optional Equipment

Pin connections J108 (for EPO wiring options)

EPO switch wiring. The UPS must be connected to either a dry contact or a 24V

Power Off (EPO) switch.

Connect the EPO cable, using one of the following 4 wiring configurations.

1: Dry Contracts

Normally Open

2: +24V Normally Open

J108

1

2

3

4

5

6

J108

1

2

3

4

5

6

EPO circuit

EPO circuit

EPO is activated when pin 1 is

connected to pins 3, and 5

EPO is activated when an

isolated SELV 24V

is supplied on pin 1 with

reference to pin 2.

Emergency

DC

voltage

DC

3: Dry Contacts

Normally Closed

4: +24V Normally

Closed

J108

1

2

3

4

5

6

J108

1

2

3

4

5

6

EPO circuit

EPO circuit

EPO is activated when a

connection from pin 3 to pin 5

is opened

EPO is activated when a SELV

24V

voltage removed from

DC

pin 3 with reference to pin 5

36 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Connection of APC Humidity Sensor

Front panel removal



Out
p
ut

Pwr

!

Zone

P
rob
e

1
0/
1

00B

a
se-T

R
e
se

t

10

/
10

0

AP9619 Net

w
o
rk

Managem

ent

Car
d EM



Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT



To remove a Front Panel, turn screw clockwise to unlocked position.



Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Pull top of Front Panel free of UPS.



Lift the Front Panel free of the two slots at the bottom of the Enclosure.



990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 37

Electrical Installation – Connection of APC Humidity Sensor

The Humidity Sensor is provided in a plastic bag attached to the front of the UPS.

Note

Output

Pwr

!

Zone

Probe

10/100Base-T

Reset

10/100

AP9619 Network Management Card EM

Output

Pwr

!

Zone

Probe

10/100Base-T

Reset

10/100

AP9619 Network Management

C
ard EM



Serial:

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT



Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT

Serial:

Model:

BATTERY UNIT





Remove the 2 screws from the cable inlet at the front – and remove cable-inlet plate.



Guide the cable through the hole in the bottom plate and up through the cable inlet.





See “Foot print” on page 8 to locate the communication cable inlet.

38 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Electrical Installation – Connection of APC Humidity Sensor

Guide the cable up alongside the side panel and insert the Humidity Sensor plug into the socket



marked “Probe”.

Fasten the cable to the side panel with enclosed cable ties.



Remount the cable-inlet plate.



Place the Humidity Sensor where applicable.



990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 39

Wiring Verification Procedure

Do not connect batteries in the UPS.

Note

Use following procedure to verify that the UPS has been wired properly:

1. If your installation includes an XR Enclosure, make sure that the DC breaker (if



available) is in the OFF position and that both 125A fuses are removed from the

XR Enclosure.

2. Check that the power wiring is torqued to 45 lbf.in/7Nm.



3. If your installation includes an XR Enclosure, remount the 125A fuses in the XR



Enclosure and check that the DC breaker (if available) on the XR Battery

Enclosure is in the ON position.

4. Please leave a wiring diagram on site for service / technical support personnel.



If a problem occurs, phone Customer Support at (1) [phone] (US and Canada).

Refer to rear cover for contact numbers in other countries.

Note

Note

Note

If you have purchased any optional equipment, refer to product-specific manuals.

Start-up must be performed by APC authorized personnel only. Call APC to scedule a

free 5x8 Start-up service.

40 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 990-1598B

Installation Site Checklist

This checklist should be completed by the electrician after the wiring has been completed:

Installed at (company name, date, contact)__________________________________________

Name and telephone number of electrician: ___________________________________________

UPS serial number: ______________________________________________________________

Input Circuit Breaker size and type: _________________________________________________

Output fuse size and type: ________________________________________________________

Location of protection devices (room):______________________________________________

Breaker ID: ___________________________________________________________________

EPO type: ____________________________________________________________________

Wire size and type: _____________________________________________________________

Ground connection method and location: ________________________________________

990-1598B Smart-UPS® VT 10-30 kVA, 208/220 V Site Preparation and Installation Manual 41

APC Worldwide Customer Support

Customer support for this or any other APC product is available at no charge in any of the following ways:

• Visit the APC Web site to access documents in the APC Knowledge Base and to submit customer
support requests.

– www.apc.com (Corporate Headquarters)

Connect to localized APC Web sites for specific countries, each of which provides customer
support information.

– www.apc.com/support/

Global support searching APC Knowledge Base and using e-support.

• Contact an APC Customer Support center by telephone or e-mail.

– Regional centers:

Direct InfraStruXure Customer Support Line (1) [phone] (toll free)

APC headquarters U.S., Canada (1)[phone] (toll free)

Latin America (1)[phone] (USA)

Europe, Middle East, Africa (353)(91)702000 (Ireland)

Japan (0) 35434-2021

Australia, New Zealand, South Pacific area (61) (2) 9955 9366 (Australia)

– Local, country-specific centers: go to www.apc.com/support/contact for contact information.

Contact the
information on how to obtain local customer support.

APC representative or other distributor from whom you purchased your APC product for

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