APC BC300 User Manual

APC

BC300 Series 40kW

208/450/480V User Guide

This manual is subject to change without

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Thank You

Thank you for choosing the APC BC Series. Please read this User Guide thoroughly prior to using the system as it provides important information on safe and efficient use. The use of this product must comply with national, federal, state, municipal and local codes.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety Symbols used in this manual

WARNING!

CAUTION!

other property.

NOTICE!

WARNING!

This UPS unit contains hazardous AC and DC voltages. Only qualified electricians should connect 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 available 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 the “Programming” section for information on de-activation.

Indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in injury or death.

Indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in damage to the product or

Read and pay attention to this important information.

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, 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 on batteries.

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 are recyclable. Please save for later use or dispose of them appropriately.

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Contents:

1.0 Introduction 4

1.1 Display Unit 4

2.0 UPS Stop/Start 5

2.1 UPS Stop (for stand-by) 5

2.2 UPS Start (from stand-by) 5

3.0 Operation 6

3.1 Operation Modes 7

3.2 Using the Keys 8

3.3 Displaying Measurements 9

4.0 Parameter Settings 11

5.0 Alarms and Events 13

5.1 Silencing the Audible Alarm 13

5.2 Displaying the Alarm Log 13

5.3 Alarm Messages 14

5.4 Displaying the Events Log 23

6.0 Maintenance and Testing 24

6.1 Preventive Maintenance Check 24

6.2 Battery Monitor Test 24

6.3 Battery Capacity Test 25

7.0 Start-up and Shutdown Procedure 27

7.1 Start-up from Maintenance Bypass 27

7.2 Shutdown Procedure 27

8.0 Specifications 29

9.0 Options 31

9.1 Optional Hardware and Software Features 31

9.1.1 Battery Temperature 31

9.1.2 Communication 31

9.1.3 Maintenance 31

9.2 Optional Service Programs 31

9.2.1 Start-Up Service 31

9.2.2 Preventive Maintenance Visit 32

9.2.3 On-Site Service 32

9.2.4 Remote Monitoring Service 32

9.2.5 External Battery Installation Service 32

9.2.6 External Battery Start-up 32

9.2.7 External Battery Preventive Maintenance Visit 32

9.2.8 External Battery On-Site Service 32

10.0 WARRANTY 33

10.1 Life Support Policy 33

10.2 APC BC300 Series UPS Limited Factory Warranty 33

11.0 How to Contact APC 35

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Introduction

1.0 Introduction

This UPS system is designed to offer reliable and problem-free power supply for several years. The system requires only a minimum of maintenance, but we recommend you follow the maintenance guidelines described in the “Maintenance & Testing” section of this User Guide.

1.1 Display Unit

The display unit (located on the front of the UPS) is the link between the user and the UPS and consists of a display, an alarm LED indicator and a keyboard. The display reads parameters, measured values and alarm messages.

Figure 1

NOTICE!

Display accuracy is ±2%, ±1digit.

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UPS Stop/Start

2.0 UPS Stop/Start

WARNING!

AC voltage generated either from batteries or utility may be present at UPS output. Always disconnect AC input supply source, switch off UPS, AND switch off DC.

TEST BEFORE YOU TOUCH!

Some UPS systems have a factory-set auto-start feature, which automatically switches on the UPS whenever utility supply is switched on (AC line). See the “Parameter Settings” section in this User Guide for instructions on how to de-activate this function.

Only qualified electricians should start up or shut down APC BC300 Series UPS systems, and instructions in the Installation Guide should be followed. The UPS must be completely shut down before service or before the UPS is taken out of operation for more than 24 hours. Although you cannot completely start or shut down the unit, you can switch the UPS into stand-by mode and return it to normal operation by following the instructions below. (In standby mode, the UPS does not provide output voltage.)

2.1 UPS Stop (for stand-by)

To put the unit into stand-by mode, press the red control button inside the unit’s front door.

2.2 UPS Start (from stand-by)

To take the unit out of stand-by and switch it back to normal operation, press the

green control button inside the unit’s front door.

NOTICE!

Make sure the UPS operates in normal operation for at least 12 hours every three months to recharge the batteries.

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Operation

3.0 Operation

The keyboard is used to program and control parameters and to display alarm messages and measured values.

Figure 2

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Operation

3.1 Operation Modes

The display automatically indicates which mode the unit is operating in. See Table 1 below for sample display messages and an explanation of each.

Table 1: Operating Modes

Sample Display Mode

Normal Operation load power ##%

Battery Operation time ## minutes

Bypass Operation The AC input passes unregulated through the bypass static switch,

Economy Mode The unit has been programmed to operate in economy mode. The AC

Operation Mode Description

The UPS is in the normal operation mode. During normal operation, utility (AC line) passes through the UPS and to the load. The inverter regulates the output and charges the batteries. The UPS measures all three phases, and the display reads out the% load of the highest loaded phase.

When AC input is out of tolerance (outside programmed limits), the UPS is running in battery mode. The main static switch is open, and the inverter is powered from the batteries. The power is then fed to the loads. If the batteries are depleted, the unit will switch to standby mode (see below) and wait for utility to return in tolerance. If autostart is programmed to “ON,” the unit will automatically start about 30 seconds after utility has returned. If auto-start is programmed to “OFF,” you must start the unit manually by pressing the green button inside the front door. (See the “Parameter Settings” section in this User Guide.)

through the main transformer, and to the loads. The UPS’ inverter is in stand-by and is synchronized to the utility, ready to transfer the unit to battery operation if utility voltage is out of tolerance.

power flows in bypass, and the UPS will periodically transfer to normal operation to charge the batteries (at 7-day intervals by UPS default). The inverter is in stand-by and is synchronized to utility, ready to transfer to battery operation if utility voltage is out of tolerance. The output voltage is not regulated in this mode, but efficiency increases. Call APC Technical Support or your nearest APC office for more information on programming your APC BC300 Series UPS for Economy Mode.

** Stand-by ** Both static switches are open. The unit is not supplying output

voltage.

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3.2 Using the Keys

Table 2: Using the keys

Key Function Key Function

Operation

Scroll up through lists of e.g. parameters, alarms, or events.

Scroll down through lists of e.g. parameters, alarms, or events. Display inverter current.

Enter a value or exit a mode.

Display the alarm log. If the unit is in the parameter mode, this key changes the setting of a parameter from “ON” to “OFF.”

Display user parameters. Display battery current.

Silence audible alarms. Display output current.

Not used. Display utility (AC input)

Display the time and date. If the unit is in the parameter mode, use this key to change the setting of a parameter from “OFF” to “ON.”

Display output frequency.

Display utility (AC input) current.

voltage.

Display battery voltage.

Display output voltage.

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Operation

3.3 Displaying Measurements

The APC BC300 Series UPS measures several values during operation that you can display by pressing one or two keys. This section illustrates how to display the measurements, what a sample display of each measurement looks like, and what the display reads. If two keys are shown, press those keys simultaneously. The display values shown below are samples

only .

Table 3: Display Measurements (Examples)

Key Sample Display

Utility 1. voltage 210 210 210 Vac Utility (AC line) voltage is

Utility 1. current 21 21 21 Aac Utility (AC line) current is 3 x 21 Aac (

Battery voltage 216 VDC Battery voltage is 216 VDC.

Battery current 2 ADC (-30 ADC) Charging current is (+) 2 ADC.

Inverter current 12 12 12 Aac Inverter current is 3 x 12 Aac.

Output voltage 208 208 208 Vac Output voltage is 3 x 208 V (

Output current 15 15 15 Aac Output current is 3 x 15 Aac (

Description

3 x 210 Vac (

L1-2

L2-3

L3-1

Discharging current is (-) 30 ADC.

L1-2

L2-3

I2,

L3-1

Output frequency 60 Hz Output frequency is 60 Hz.

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When two keys are shown, press those keys simultaneously.

Keys Sample Display Description

Battery temp. 25° C Battery temperature is 77° F (25° C)

Operation

Output peak curr 19 19 19 Aac

Normal operation load power xx%

01.12.16

10.22.13 UTC

Output peak current is 3 x 19 Aac.

Returns to “Normal operation” display and indicates the% load of the most fully loaded phase (leg).

Year, month, day. Hour, minute, second. UTC = Universal Time Coordination. (This may be programmed to your time.)

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Parameter Settings

4.0 Parameter Settings

User parameters allow you to define the UPS settings. You can view and program the parameters listed in Table 2 below. The parameters are easy to access and program: simply follow the five steps below.

NOTICE!

Make sure that you fully understand a parameter before changing it. Call APC Technical Support or your nearest APC office for assistance.

1. Press to display the user parameter list.

2. Press or to scroll through the list.

3. To switch a parameter “ON,” press .

4. To switch a parameter “OFF,” press .

5. To exit the parameter list, press .

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