American Power Conversion POWERCELL User Manual
POWERCELL
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Important safety instructions!
Please read this manual!
Veuillez lire ce manuel!
¡Se ruega leer este manual de instrucciones!
Thank you for selecting this American Power Conversion Uninterruptible Power
System (UPS). It has been designed for many years of reliable, maintenance free
service. American Power Conversion is dedicated to the development of high
performance electrical conversion and control products and we hope that you
will find this UPS a valuable, convenient addition to your computing system.
This manual provides safety , installation and operating instructions that will help
you derive the fullest performance and service life that the UPS has to offer. In
addition, the manual describes the inner workings of the UPS and how they relate
to providing superior protection from utility power pr oblems such as blackouts,
brownouts, sags, EMI/RFI noise and surges.
Please save this manual!
It includes important instructions for the safe use of this UPS and for obtaining
factory service should the proper operation of the UPS come into question. Down
the road, service or storage issues may arise and requir e reference to this manual.
Conserver ces instructions!
Cette notice contient des instructions importantes concernant la sécurité.
Please save or recycle the packaging materials!
The UPS's shipping materials were designed with great car e to provide protection
from transportation related damage. The shipping materials will become invaluable to you in case the UPS must be returned to the factory for service (damages
sustained in transit when shipped from the user are not cover ed under warranty).
Entire contents copyright © 1993 American Power Conversion. All rights reserved; reproduction in whole or in part
without permission is prohibited. PowerCell and PowerChute are registered trademarks of APC. All other trademarks
are the property of their respective owners.
Table of contents
1.0 Introduction ........................................................... 2
2.0 Safety! ................................................................... 5
Sécurité! (Françias) ....................................................................................... 6
Seguridad! (Español)................................................................................... 7
3.0 Installation .............................................................8
4.0 Principles of operation ........................................ 13
5.0 Controls and indicators ....................................... 19
6.0 UPS monitoring ................................................... 20
7.0 Difficulty.............................................................. 22
Difficulté (Françias) ................................................................................... 23
Dificultad (Español) .................................................................................. 24
8.0 Storing the UPS ................................................... 29
9.0 Run time versus load ........................................... 30
10.0 Specifications ...................................................... 31
10.0 Warranty, Life support policy ......................... cover
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1.0 Introduction
1.1 Overview
Your PowerCell is a high performance standby uninterruptible power system
designed to protect computers and peripheral devices such as monitors, modems, tape drives, etc. from utility line failures which could result in the loss or
corruption of valuable data. In the event of a utility failure such as a blackout,
brownout or sag, the PowerCell rapidly transfers loads (computer equipment) to
an alternative power source. This alternative power is derived from a battery
within the PowerCell and provides the user with ample time to save files and
properly close operations. A chart in section 9.0 shows how much time your
equipment can remain operating during a utility failure befor e your PowerCell’s
batteries are drained. Under normal conditions when the utility voltage is within
limits which are safe for your equipment, your PowerCell maintains the battery
in a charged condition and serves to isolate your equipment from sur ges and high
frequency electrical noise.
After following the installation procedures and reading all the safety instructions, you’re ready to enjoy computing free from the worry of power problems
and the time consuming process of constantly saving your files!
1.2 User replaceable battery
Y our PowerCell provides user -safe access to the batteries for quick, easy replacement. When it has been determined that the UPS's battery is weak and requires
replacement, a new battery kit can be obtained from the factory - simply call the
Customer Service number on the cover of this manual. Your PowerCell's old,
worn battery can be returned to the factory for recycling in the new battery kit's
packaging.
1.3 Site wiring fault indicator
A site wiring fault indicator warns you of hot-neutral reversal, open ground and
overloaded neutral faults. Faulty wiring prevents the safety features and surge
protection circuits built into this UPS from operating properly. Check this
indicator during installation or whenever your building's wiring has been
serviced - call a qualified electrician if the indicator is illuminated.
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1.0 Introduction
1.4 Surge suppression and EMI/RFI filtering
Your PowerCell provides high performance surge suppression and EMI/RFI
(electromagnetic and radio frequency interference) filtering. The UPS suppresses surges defined by the ANSI C62.41 (formerly IEEE 587) Category A and
B standard to levels well below that which is compatible with your computer.
1.5 Remote interface - Network model
A remote computer interface port capable of signalling utility failure and low
battery conditions is provided for unattended shutdown of computer operations. When teamed with American Power Conversion's PowerChute UPS
monitoring software, you may select operation of power event logging, power
event notification, automatic restart upon power restoration, and battery conservation features.
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2.0 Safety !
ENGLISH
Caution!
CAUTION !
■ To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect the Uninterruptible Power
Source from the mains before installing a computer interface signal cable (when
used). Reconnect the power cord only after all signalling interconnections have
been made.
■ Connect the Uninterruptible Power Source to a two-pole, three-wire grounding mains receptacle. The receptacle must be connected to appropriate branch
protection (fuse or circuit breaker). Connection to any other type of receptacle
may result in a shock hazard and may violate local electrical codes.
■ This Uninterruptible Power Source has an internal ener gy source (the battery)
that cannot be de-energized by the user . The output may be energized when the
unit is not connected to a mains supply.
■ To properly de-energize the Uninterruptible Power Source in an emergency,
move the I/O switch to the O (off) position and disconnect the power cord from
the mains.
■ Avoid installing the Uninterruptible Power Source in locations where there is
water or excessive humidity.
■ Do not allow water or any foreign object to get inside the Uninterruptible
Power Source. Do not put objects containing liquid on or near the unit.
■ To reduce the risk of overheating the Uninterruptible Power Source, avoid
exposing the unit to the direct rays of the sun. Avoid installing the unit near heat
emitting appliances such as a room heater or stove.
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2.0 Sécurité !
FRANÇAIS
Attention!
ATTENTION!
■ Pour réduire le risque d’électrocution, débranchez la prise principale de la
source d’alimentation permanente (Uninterruptible Power Source), avant
d’installer le câble d’interface allant à l’ordinateur (si utilisé). Ne rebranchez le
bloc d’alimentation qu’après avoir effectué toutes les connections.
■ Branchez la source d’alimentation permanente (UPS) dans une prise de
courant à 3 dérivations (deux pôles et la terre). Cette prise doit être munie d’une
protection adéquate (fusible ou coupe-circuit). Le branchement dans tout autre
genre de prise pourrait entraîner un risque d’électrocution et peut constituer une
infraction à la réglementation locale concernant les installations électriques.
■ Cette source d’alimentation permanente (UPS) est munie d’une source
d’énergie interne (accumulateur) qui ne peut pas être désactivée par l’utilisateur .
La prise de sortie peut donc être sous tension même lorsque l’appareil n’est pas
branché.
■ En cas d’urgence, pour désactiver correctement la source d’alimentation
permanente (UPS), poussez l’interrupteur sur la position O (Off) et débranchez
le cordon d’alimentation principal.
■ Ne pas installer la source d’alimentation permanente (UPS) dans un endroit
où il y a de l’eau ou une humidité excessive.
■ Ne pas laisser de l’eau ou tout objet pénétrer dans la source d’alimentation
permanente (UPS). Ne pas placer de récipients contenant un liquide sur cet
appareil, ni à proximité de celui-ci.
■ Pour éviter une surchauffe de la source d’alimentation permanente (UPS),
conservez-la à l’abri du soleil. Ne pas installer à proximité d’appareils dégageant
de la chaleur tels que radiateurs ou appareils de chauffage.
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2.0 ¡ Seguridad !
ESPAÑOL
¡Atencion!
¡ATENCION!
■ Para reducir el riesgo de descarga eléctrica, desconecte de la red la Fuente de
energía ininterrumpible antes de instalar el cable de señalización de interfaz de
la computadora (si se usa). V uelva a conectar el conductor flexible de alimentación
solamente una vez efectuadas todas las interconexiones de señalización.
■ Conecte la Fuente de energía ininterrumpible a un tomacorriente bipolar y
trifilar con neutro de puesta a tierra. El tomacorriente debe estar conectado a la
protección de derivación apropiada (ya sea un fusible o un disyuntor). La
conexión a cualquier otro tipo de tomacorriente puede constituir peligro de
descarga eléctrica y violar los códigos eléctricos locales.
■ Esta Fuente de energía ininterrumpible tiene una fuente de energía interna (la
batería) que no puede ser desactivada por el usuario. La salida puede tener
corriente aun cuando la unidad no se encuentre conectada al suministro de red .
■ Para desactivar correctamente la Fuente de energía ininterrumpible en una
situación de emergencia, coloque el interruptor I/O en la posición O (Off desconectado) y desconecte de la red el conductor flexible de alimentación.
■ No instale la Fuente de energía ininterrumpible en lugares donde haya agua
o humedad excesiva.
■ No deje que en la Fuente de energía ininterrumpible entre agua ni ningún
objeto extraño. No ponga objetos con líquidos encima de la unidad ni cerca de
ella.
■ Para reducir el riesgo de sobrecalentamiento, no exponga la unidad a los rayos
directos del sol ni la instale cerca de artefactos que emiten calor, como estufas o
cocinas.
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3.0 Installation
3.1 Receiving inspection
Once your PowerCell has been removed from its shipping container , it should be
inspected for damage that may have occurred while in transit. Immediately
notify the carrier and place of purchase if any damage is found. The packing
materials are made from recyclable materials and should be saved for reuse or
disposed of properly.
3.2 Placement
Your PowerCell may be installed in any protected environment. The location
should provide adequate air flow around the unit, in an atmosphere free from
excessive dust, corrosive fumes and conductive contaminants. Do not operate
your PowerCell in an environment where the ambient temperatur e or humidity
is outside the limits given in the Specifications section of this manual.
3.3 Load types
The PowerCell is designed to power all modern computer loads and associated
peripheral devices such as monitors, modems, cartridge tape drives, external
floppy drives, etc. The PowerCell is not rated to power life support equipment
(as described on the rear cover of this manual).
Caution: The output waveform of this UPS is a sine wave approximation suitable for
use with modern computer power supplies. Other loads may malfunction or the UPS
could be damaged. In particular, ferroresonant type regulating transformers are not
recommended. Use of a surge suppressor connected to the output of this UPS may
unnecessarily load the UPS when on-battery . This UPS contains high performance surge
suppression - additional suppression components are not required and are not recommended. If in doubt, please consult the equipment manufacturer or the factory.
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3.0 Installation
3.4 Connecting to the utility
Your PowerCell is furnished with a 6 foot line cord terminated with a standard
NEMA 5-15P three pr onged plug. The UPS must be plugged into a 2 pole, 3 wire
grounding receptacle. If an extension cord must be used between the UPS and
the nearest wall outlet, use a 3 wire grounding type rated for at least 10 Amps.
Your PowerCell is provided with a rear SITE WIRING FAULT indicator. Once
loads are connected, the indicator illuminates when the UPS is turned on and
connected to an outlet whose wiring is improper or inadequate. This could mean
that the “hot” and “neutral” wires at the wall receptacle ar e reversed, the ground
wiring is missing, or the “neutral” wiring is overloaded.
Note: If your PowerCell indicates a site wiring fault, a qualified electrician should be
summoned to correct the service wiring.
3.5 Battery charging
Your PowerCell is shipped from the factory with its internal battery in a fully
charged state. However, the battery may lose some charge during shipping and
storage. The battery should be recharged before conducting the following Test
for proper operation (section 3.7) and to ensure that your PowerCell will provide
expected run time. The battery is automatically charged by the UPS whenever
the PowerCell is plugged in (the power I/O switch does not have to be on). You
can be sure that the battery is fully recharged if the PowerCell is left plugged in
for at least 6 hours. Your PowerCell may be used immediately upon receipt, but
may not provide expected run time in the event of a utility power failure.
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