American Power Conversion 250-450 User Manual

APC PowerStack 250/450

Uninterruptible Power Supply User’s Manual

Installation

To obtain warranty coverage, please fill out and
return the warranty registration card now.

Inspection

Inspect the APC PowerStack 250/450
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) upon receipt.
Notify the carrier and dealer if there is damage. The
packaging is recyclable; save it for reuse or dispose
of it properly.

Battery Connection

Before beginning installation of the UPS, please
follow the Battery Connection instructions on the
front of the unit, or follow the steps under Replacing
the Battery Pack.

Placement

Warning! Changes or modifications to this unit
not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the warranty.

Rack Mounting

The UPS comes with standard 19" (46.5 cm) rack
mount brackets. It is supplied with four (4) screws
to attach the mounting brackets (ears) to the chassis.

Select a rack location with adequate air flow that is
free from excessive dust. Ensure that the air vents on
the sides of the UPS are not blocked. Do not operate
the UPS where temperature or humidity are outside
the limits in the Specifications section of this
manual.

990-5017 Revision 1 7/98

Wall Mounting

The brackets on the UPS can be rotated 90 ° for wall
mounting. Remove the screws, rotate the brackets,
and insert the screws in the appropriate holes.

The illustrations above show the proper positions for
wall mounting the unit

Rear View

Once the UPS is mounted, please follow the
installation instructions in the Smart-UPS Quick
Reference Guide.

Wall-mount the unit
with the controls
towards or at the
top, not at the
bottom of the unit .

Warning!

Do not mount the unit
on the wall as shown
in the illustrations at
left. Doing so could
result in a safety
hazard.

English

Desktop Use

This UPS is provided with four adhesive-backed
rubber “feet” for desktop use. Attach the feet to the
bottom of the unit and remove the ears to use it on a
desktop.

The recommended placement of the feet is shown by
a small + on the bottom corners of the unit:

Check the Site Wiring Fault Indicator

Caution! If the site wiring fault indicator lights,
get a qualified electrician to correct the building
wiring.

Computer Interface Port

The interface port is used for communicating with
the UPS. See enclosed documentation for details.

Connect the Battery Pack

The UPS is shipped with the battery pack
disconnected. To connect the battery pack, follow
the procedure in Replacing the Battery Pack, below.

Charge the battery pack

The UPS charges its battery pack whenever it is
connected to utility power. The battery pack will
charge fully during the first 4 hours of normal
operation. Do not expect full battery back-up
runtime during this initial charge period.

Operating Instructions

Switch On — Switch Off

With the UPS plugged in, press and release the

on/off/test button to supply power to the loads.
The loads are immediately powered while the UPS

performs a self-test. Press and release the button
again to turn off power to the loads. It may be
convenient to use the UPS as a master on/off switch
for the protected equipment.

The green on-line LED illuminates when the
UPS is supplying utility power to the loads.

Self-test

The UPS performs a self-test automatically when
turned on, and every two weeks thereafter.
Automatic self-test eases maintenance requirements
by eliminating the need for periodic manual self­tests.

During the self-test, the UPS briefly powers the loads
on-battery. If the UPS passes the self-test, it returns
to on-line operation.

If the UPS turns off during the self-test and emits a
fading tone, the batteries are not connected properly.

On Battery

During on-battery operation, the yellow on-battery
LED illuminates and the UPS sounds an audible
alarm consisting of 4 beeps every 30 seconds. The
alarm stops when the UPS returns to on-line
operation.

Low Battery

When the UPS is operating on-battery and the
energy reserve of the battery pack runs low, the UPS
beeps continuously until the UPS shuts down from
battery pack exhaustion or returns to on-line
operation, if the utility power returns before the
battery pack is exhausted..

Replace Battery

If the battery pack fails a self-test, the UPS emits
short beeps for one minute and the red replace
battery LED illuminates.

The UPS repeats the alarm every five hours. Perform
the self-test procedure to confirm replace battery
conditions. The alarm stops when the battery pack
passes the self-test.

Cold Start

Note: Cold start is not a normal operating
condition.

When the UPS is off and there is no utility power, it
is possible to cold start the UPS to power the loads
from the UPS’s battery pack.

· Press and hold the on/off/test button until the

UPS emits a constant tone.

· Release the on/off/test button during the tone to
start the UPS.

Overload

When loads exceed the UPS’s capacity, the red
overload LED illuminates and the UPS emits a
sustained tone. The alarm remains on until the
overload is removed. Disconnect nonessential load
equipment from the UPS to eliminate the overload.

If the overload is severe, the input circuit breaker
may trip (the resettable center plunger of the circuit
breaker pops out). Disconnect nonessential load
equipment from the UPS to eliminate the overload
and press the plunger back in.

If there is AC power and the circuit breaker does not
trip during overload, the loads are still powered. If
the circuit breaker trips or the UPS attempts to
transfer to battery, the loads’ power will be shut off.
Turn the UPS off then back on to power the loads.

The loads are not affected by a failed test. Recharge
the battery pack overnight and perform the self-test
again. If the replace battery LED is still on, replace
the battery pack using the Replacing the Battery
Pack procedure.

Storage

Storage Conditions

Before storing, charge the UPS for at least 8 hours. Cover the UPS and store it lying
flat in a cool, dry location, with its battery pack fully charged.

Extended Storage

At -15 to +30 °C (+5 to +86 °F), charge the UPS’s battery pack every 6 months.
At +30 to +45 °C (+86 to +113 °F), charge the UPS’s battery pack every 3 months.

Replacing the Battery Pack

This UPS has an easy to replace hot-swappable battery pack.

Note: Please read the cautions in the APC Safety Guide.

Replacement Batteries

See your dealer or call the number in this manual for information on replacement
battery pack kits. For 250 models, order RBC17. For 450 models, order RBC18.

Battery Pack Replacement Procedure

Battery pack replacement is a safe procedure, isolated from electrical hazards. You
may leave the UPS and loads on for the following procedure.

Notes

· Once the battery pack is disconnected, the loads are not protected from
power outages.

· Be careful removing the batteries - they are heavy.

· Small sparks at the battery connectors are normal during connection.

APC

1. Reach into the finger pull and remove the front cover.

2. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to turn the two battery door screws
¼ turn counterclockwise; open the door.

3. Grasp the clear plastic tab and gently pull the battery pack out
of the UPS until the battery connector is visible.

Warning! Do not force the battery pack out. This may
damage internal wiring!

4. Disconnect the battery connector by gripping both sides of the
connector and firmly pulling them apart.

5. Slide the battery pack out of the UPS.

6. Slide the new battery pack three-fourths of the way into the
UPS.

7. Connect the battery connector attached to the unit to the
connector attached to the new battery pack.

8. Push the battery pack in as far as it will go. There are stops in
the back to prevent it from going too far.

9. Close the battery door, turn the battery compartment screws ¼
turn clockwise, and replace the front cover.

10. Dispose of the old battery pack properly at an appropriate
recycling facility or return it to the supplier in the packing
material for the new battery pack. See the new battery pack
instructions for more information.

Specifications

250 VA 450 VA
Acceptable input voltage 0 - 160 VAC
Input voltage (on-line operation) 81-143 VAC
Output voltage 106-127 VAC
Input Over Current Protection Resettable circuit breaker
Frequency limits (on-line operation) 47 - 63 Hz
Transfer time 4 ms typical, blackout response time
Maximum load 250 VA 165 W 450 VA 280 W
On-battery output voltage 115 VAC
On-battery frequency 60 Hz, ±0.1 Hz; unless synchronized to utility

On-battery waveshape Stepped sine-wave
Output Over Current Protection Overcurrent and short-circuit protected, latching

Battery type Spill proof, maintenance free, sealed lead-acid
Typical battery life 3 to 6 years, depending on number of discharge

Typical recharge time 4 to 8 hours from total discharge
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Operating and storage relative humidity 5 to 95%, non-condensing
Operating elevation 0 to +3,000 m (0 to +10,000 ft)
Storage elevation 0 to +15,000 m (0 to +50,000 ft)
Audible noise at 1 m (3 ft) <38 dBA
Size (H x W x D) 1.75 x 17.5 x 13.0 in.
Weight - net (shipping) 18.5 (23) lbs 21.5 (26) lbs
Safety and approvals UL1778, CSA 107.1
EMC Emissions FCC Part 15 Class A, VCCI Class A
EMC Immunity EN 50082-1
RFI IEC 1000-4-3
EFT EN 61000-4-4
ESD EN 61000-4-2

during brownout

shutdown on overload

cycles and ambient temperature

0 to +40 °C (+32 to +104 °F)

-15 to +45 °C (+5 to +113 °F)

Service

If the UPS requires service do not return it to the dealer! Follow these steps:

1. Use the Troubleshooting section of the Quick Reference Guide to eliminate

common problems.

2. Verify that no circuit breakers are tripped. A tripped circuit breaker is the most
common UPS problem!

3. If the problem persists, call customer service or visit the APC Internet Website
(www.apcc.com).

4. Note the model number of the UPS, the serial number, and the date purchased. A
technician will ask you to describe the problem and try to solve it over the phone,
if possible. If this is not possible the technician will issue a Return Merchandise
Authorization Number (RMA#).

5. If the UPS is under warranty, repairs are free. If not, there is a repair charge.

6. Disconnect the batteries before packing the UPS.

7. Pack the UPS in its original packaging. If the original packing is not available,
ask customer service about obtaining a new set.

8. Pack the UPS properly to avoid damage in transit. Never use Styrofoam beads for
packaging. Damage sustained in transit is not covered under warranty.

9. Include a letter with your name, RMA#, address, copy of the sales receipt,
description of the trouble, your daytime phone number, and a check (if necessary).

10. Mark the RMA# on the outside of the package.

11. Return the UPS by insured, prepaid carrier to the address given to you by
Customer Service.

LEDs and Audible Alarms

Function LED Tone*

UPS is on
UPS is running on battery
UPS is performing self-test
Overload — —
Overload shutdown — —
Output short circuit — —
Transformer failure — —
Low Battery (while on battery)
Replace battery condition — — —
Battery disconnected in self test

UPS internal alarms:

boost/trim failure
transfer relay weld

Sleep Mode —

Key:

— = irrelevant to condition * 1 = sustained tone

m = on steady 2 = 1 minute of beeping every 5 hours
X = flashing 3 = fading tone

l = Off 4 = 4 beeps every 30 seconds

l m l l

m l

m

m

l l l l

X X

— — 4

l l

X

m

m

m

m

— — — 1

l l

X X X X

X X

— 1
— 1
— 1
— 1

m

— —

North & Latin America Europe
APC APC
132 Fairgrounds Road Ballybritt Business Park
West Kingston, Rhode Island 02892

—

USA

Galway, Ireland 1800-702000
Toll-free within the Republic
of Ireland only

—

1-800-800-4APC/1-401-789-5735

Internet: http://www.apcc.com

E-Mail:
North America: [e-mail]

E-Mail:
Europe: [e-mail]

Latin America: [e-mail]

2
3

1
1