Thank you for chosing an APC Silcon UPS. Please read this Installation Guide thoroughly prior to
installing the system. It provides important information on safe and efficient installation.
The installation and use of this product must comply with national, federal, state, municipal and
local codes.
Safety Symbols used in this manual
WARNING! Indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in injury or death.
CAUTION! Indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in damage to
the product or other property.
NOTICE!
WARNING!
This UPS unit contains hazardous AC and DC voltages. Only qualified electricians should install the
UPS, AC line and external batteries, and must be familiar with batteries and battery installation.
Before installing, maintaining or servicing the UPS, shut off the UPS and disconnect all sources of AC
and DC power.
As the UPS has no built-in disconnection devices to switch off external AC and DC input power, ensure
that disconnection devices are provided as separate parts in connection with the installation!
The installer must provide each external disconnecting device for this UPS system with labels with the
following text:
“Isolate the Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) as instructed in this guide before working on circuit”.
AC and/or DC voltage will always involve a potential risk of AC voltage at UPS output generated from
either batteries or utility. To avoid equipment damage or personal injury, always assume that there
may be voltage at UPS output.
This system is equipped with an auto-start function. If activated the system may start without warning.
Refer to “Programming” section for information on de-activation.
TEST BEFORE YOU TOUCH!
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shocks, install the UPS and external batteries in a temperature and
humidity controlled indoor area, free of conductive contaminants.
UPS batteries are high-current sources. Shorting battery terminals or DC terminals, DC busbars can
cause severe arcing, equipment damage and injury. A short circuit can cause a battery to explode.
Always wear protective clothing and eye protection and use insulated tools when working on batteries.
Read and pay attention to this important information.
CAUTION!
This unit contains components sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). If you do not follow the ESD
procedures, you may cause severe damage to electronic components.
PLEASE RECYCLE
The shipping materials for the APC Silcon UPS are recyclable. Please save for later use or dispose of
them appropriately.
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Contents:
1.0 Introduction 5
1.1Tools and Equipment5
2.0 Unpacking/Identification of Equipment 6
3.0 Installation 9
3.1Requirements on Site9
3.2Dimensions and Weight9
3.2.1Dimensions and Weight of UPS9
3.3Footprints10
3.3.1UPS Cabinet Footprints10
3.3.2Conduit Entrance Plate in bottom of the system11
3.3.3Top Cable Entry12
4.0 External Connection 13
4.1Connecting the UPS13
4.1.1Connecting AC and DC Power Cables (Dual Utility Connection)14
4.1.2Seperation of AC from DC1 and DC216
4.1.3Top or Bottom Cable Entry17
4.1.4Dual and Single Utility Supply18
4.1.5Switching from Dual to Single Utility Input20
4.1.6Connection Terminals22
4.1.7Torque Specifications22
4.1.8Grounding22
4.2System Integration Interface24
4.2.1Connecting the System Integration Interface Board (SII-board)25
6.5.8Principale Diagrams for Isolation Transformer72
6.6Intersystem Synchronization Unit74
7.0 System Specifications 75
7.1Technical Data75
8.0 Appendix 76
8.1Table 1. Installation Planning Data76
8.2Table 2 – Table 310-1677
9.0 Warranty 79
9.1APC Silcon Series® Limited Factory Warranty79
10.0 How to Contact APC 80
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Introduction
1.0Introduction
Power regulation varies from country to country, and the information given in this installation
guide can therefore only be of a general nature. Electricians should always refer to national and
local electrical codes prior to installing the UPS system.
WARNING!
Heavy equipment. To prevent personal injury or equipment damage, take extreme care when
handling and transporting UPS cabinet and equipment.
1.1Tools and Equipment
This section lists all tools and equipment required to install all UPS configurations. See also
section 4 for further details on connection.
WARNING!
Ensure that front doors are in place and that internal front cover is fastened by screws before
attempting to lift or transport the system.
Tools:
• 10mm socket
• 13mm socket-deep
• 17mm socket
• 3/4” or 19mm socket-deep
• 3/4” or 19mm combo wrench
• Small flathead/regular screwdriver
• #3 philips screwdriver
• Compression lug crimping tool
• Knock-out set (for conduit)
Equipment:
• Compression lugs for cable terminations
• Cable to Service Bypass Panel from system feeder
• Cable to UPS input from service bypass panel
• Cable to Service Bypass Panel from UPS output
• Cable from Service Bypass Panel to customer distribution
• Cable to UPS input from external batteries/external Battery Breaker Box
(systems = with external battery)
• Solid core, control wire to UPS from Service Bypass Panel
• Solid core, control wire to UPS from external batteries/external Battery Breaker Box
Unless otherwise specified by the shipping company, use a fork lift to unload equipment from
pallet.
1. Unpack system.
2. Verify compliance between type label on reverse side of front door and system ordered.
Check input and output voltage.
3. Copy the type label data to label copy below for easy identification of the system.
4. Use a fork lift to transport the system to installation site.
Copy of type label (without battery):
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Unpacking/Identification of Equipment
Main UPS system
The UPS is a battery back-up system. Unconditioned power is fed to UPS input. The UPS
supplies conditioned power.
Service Bypass Panel
AC utility power for critical load is led through the service bypass panel while UPS is shut
down for maintenance
Battery Breaker Box
The APC Battery Breaker Box is required if the UPS is installed with an external battery. The
Battery Breaker Box provides overcurrent and short-circuit protection.
Isolation Transformers are used for galvanic isolation of utility power and conditioned power.
Seismic Anchoring
Seismic anchoring stabilizes the UPS in seismic areas.
NEMA 12 C
NEMA 12 covers are used in locations with potential risks of liquid discharge or leakage above
UPS system.
over
Remote Display
Use remote display to monitor UPS
NOTICE!
Contact your local APC representative or APC Support if you have any questions
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Installation
3.0Installation
3.1Requirements on Site
All system parts are accessible from front or top of UPS. Cable entries are accessible from top
or bottom. The system may be installed close to walls as long as free space is allowed for system
doors to open.
For ventilation and service purposes allow for free space of a minimum of 3 foot above and in
front of UPS. Never install systems in direct sunlight.
WARNING!
For safety reasons do not stand on UPS. Keep UPS cabinet surface free of any objects
Prior to connecting the UPS, refer to section 6: Options and Accessories to ensure that UPS
options are correctly interphased.
WARNING!
Read warnings on page 2 of this manual before continuing.
To access cable terminals, open front door, remove screws and lift off the 4 front covers
(remember earth wire on rear side). Power cable entry at bottom: Remove front covers 2 and 3.
Power cable entry at top: Remove front covers 1 and 2. Remove cover 4.
Connecting AC
and DC
power cables
UPS system with cover– doors open
1
2
4
3
UPS system without cover and doors
Connecting
communication
cables
Connecting Ground
NOTICE!
Always keep AC, DC and communication cables separate.
Supply the UPS from grounded 3-wire/4-wire WYE service.
NOTICE!
Ensure correct phase rotation of input voltage.
NOTICE!
Keep UPS input and output conductors in separate conduits.
NOTICE!
Keep AC and DC conductors in separate conduits.
NOTICE!
Keep batteries 1 and 2 (DC conductors) in separate conduits.
WARNING!
Keep UPS power conductors and UPS control wiring in separate conduits.
4.1.2 Seperation of AC from DC1 and DC2
Use the 2 pieces of polycarbonate (supplied with the UPS) to separate AC from DC1 and DC2.
Standard length of polycarbonate adjusted for top cable entry. Adjust length of polycarbonate
to fit bottom entry where applicable.
UPS units contain hazardous AC and DC voltages. Only qualified electricians should install UPS,
AC line and external batteries, and must be familiar with batteries and battery installation.
Before installing, maintaining or servicing the UPS, shut off the UPS and disconnect all sources
of AC and DC power.
As the UPS has no built-in disconnection devices to switch off external AC and DC input power,
ensure that disconnection devices are provided as separate parts in connection with the
installation!
The installer must provide each external disconnecting device for this UPS system with labels
with wording as follows:
“Isolate the Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) as instructed in this guide
before working on circuit”
AC and/or DC voltage will always involve a potential risk of AC voltage at UPS output generated
from either batteries or utility. To avoid equipment damage or personal injury, always assume
that there may be voltage at UPS output.
This system is equipped with an auto-start function. If activated the system may start without
warning. Refer to “Programming Parameters” for information on de-activation.
TEST BEFORE YOU TOUCH!
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shocks, install the UPS and external batteries in a
temperature and humidity controlled indoor area, free of conductive contaminants.
UPS batteries are high-current sources. Shorting battery terminals or DC terminals or DC
busbars can cause severe arcing, equipment damage and injury. A short circuit can cause a
battery to explode. Always wear protective clothing and eye protection and use insulated tools
when working with working near batteries.
CAUTION!
This unit contains components sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). If you do not follow the
ESD procedures, you may cause severe dammage to electronic components.
The UPS is fitted with dual utility input as standard. If dual utility is not available or not
needed, a small modification has to be made. See section 4.1.5 switching from dual to single
utility input.
Working Principle of Dual Utility (2 utility supplies)
Q3
Utility 2
Q10
Q1
Utility 1
NOTICE!
Max. phase shift between utility 1 and 2: less than
Refer to section 7.0 System Specifications for frequency tolerance of utility 1 and 2, and voltage.
Utility 1 supports the load in normal operation. Utility 2 supports the load through the static and
service bypass switch.
Working Principle of Single Utility (1 utility supply)
Utility 1/2
Q1
Utility 2
Utility 1
APC Silcon UPS
±
3.
Q3
Utility 1/2
Q2
Q2
Output
Output
APC Silcon UPS
NOTICE!
Refer to section 7.0 System Specifications for frequency and voltage tolerance of utility 1.
Utility 1 or 2 supports the load in normal operation or through the static service bypass switch.
Ensure correct phase rotation of utility input voltage! Max. power cable size: 500 kcmil.
NOTICE!
With a 3-wire input, the UPS can only be 3-wire loaded (Phase-to-phase).
NOTICE!
If an MCCB is used in stead of external input fuses, the MCCB load capacity must be 8xIn
(nominal current) for min.10 ms.
NOTICE!
Gland plate in bottom of system must be mounted.
Wiring
Select wire size based on the data in Table 1, and the ampacities in Table 2 of this manual, a
reprint of Table 310-16 and associated notes of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).
See section 8.0 Appendix.
Use commercially available UL approved solderless lugs for the wire size required for your
application. Connect wire to the lug using tool and procedure specified by the lug
manufacturer.
Input, output and DC cables are routed in separate conduits.
All AC cables rated 600V.
DC cables for 480V systems rated 1000V unless otherwise stated.
CAUTION!
At a switch mode load of 100% the neutral must be rated for 173% output phase current.
NOTICE!
φ
“phase”
“risk of electric shock”
Terminal for Equipment Grounding Conductor
E
Terminal for Grounding Electrode Conductor
NOTICE!
Terminals marked and are electrically connected to the terminal marked “E”
NOTICE!
For grounding, refer to local legal regulations.
CAUTION!
Read warnings on page 2 of this manual before continuing.
If no UPS neutral inputs are connected to a grounded service neutral conductor according to
local NEC code reguirements, provisions must be made as follows:
a) Bonding jumper must be mounted between output terminals X005:N and X005:E
b) Output terminal X500:E, marked “Grounding electrode terminal”, must be connected by
grounding electrode conductor to a local grounding electrode according to NEC 250-26
Input
stud size
Battery
stud size
Output
stud sizePEstud size
System earth
stud size
4.1.8.2 Equipment Grounding
Terminals marked intended for equipment grounding.
Provisions must be made as follows:
Input equipment ground terminal(s) must be connected to grounding electrode(s) provided for
the service entrance(s)
Refer to chapter 4.1.5 Changing from dual to single utility input
Single Utility
Dual Utility
System Integration Interface (SII) is the control link between UPS and system main switches
as shown above. The purpose of the SII is to ensure correct operation of switches without losing
system output power.
WARNING!
Even with all AC and DC sources switches off, SII may receive high voltage from external alarm
and signal circuit field wiring.