APC VS 100, VS 50 User Manual
Magnum VS 50
Magnum VS 100
-48 Vdc Power Systems
User’s Manual
Table of Contents
1 Safety First!.............................................................................................................................1
1.1. WARNING SYMBOLS .........................................................................................................1
1.2. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS: ..................................................................................................1
2 Introduction.............................................................................................................................2
2.1. GENERAL INFORMATION....................................................................................................2
2.2. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ..............................................................................................2
3 Installation ..............................................................................................................................4
3.1. UNPACKING EQUIPMENT ...................................................................................................4
3.2. MECHANICAL INSTALLATION ..............................................................................................4
Room / Location......................................................................................................................4
Mounting.................................................................................................................................4
Ventilation...............................................................................................................................5
3.3. AC POWER CONNECTIONS ...............................................................................................5
AC Connections......................................................................................................................5
AC Power Cord Sets...............................................................................................................6
3.4. BATTERY CONNECTIONS ...................................................................................................7
Planning the Battery installation..............................................................................................7
Connecting the Cables ...........................................................................................................7
Battery Temperature Probe Installation ..................................................................................8
3.5. COUNTER ELECTRO-MOTIVE FORCE (CEMF) CELL CONNECTIONS......................................9
3.6. DC SYSTEM GROUNDING..................................................................................................9
3.7. LOAD PROTECTION INSTALLATION....................................................................................10
Circuit Breaker Installation....................................................................................................10
GMT Fuse Installation...........................................................................................................10
3.8. LOAD CONNECTIONS ......................................................................................................11
Cable Size Considerations ...................................................................................................11
Circuit Breaker Protected Load Connections (30 or 60 A) ....................................................11
GMT Fuse protected Load Connections ...............................................................................11
3.9. M
Front Panel DB9 Connection ................................................................................................12
RJ45 Ethernet Connector .....................................................................................................12
Major, Minor and Relay 1 Output Connections .....................................................................12
Output Relay 2-6 Connections..............................................................................................13
External Alarm Input Connections ........................................................................................14
3.10. RECTIFIER MODULE INSTALLATION...................................................................................14
3.11. C
4 Commissioning .....................................................................................................................16
4.1. PRE-COMMISSIONING INSPECTION...................................................................................16
Environment..........................................................................................................................16
Electrical Installation .............................................................................................................16
Battery Visual and Safety Inspection ....................................................................................16
4.2. COMMISSIONING.............................................................................................................17
Initial Set-up..........................................................................................................................17
ONITORING AND RELAY OUTPUT CONNECTIONS .............................................................12
ONTROLLER MODULE INSTALLATION ..............................................................................15
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AC Power Up........................................................................................................................17
DC Power Up:.......................................................................................................................17
Rectifier Test:........................................................................................................................18
Battery Power Up..................................................................................................................18
LVD Test...............................................................................................................................18
Circuit Breaker/ Fuse Test: ...................................................................................................18
User Inputs ...........................................................................................................................18
Output Relay 1:.....................................................................................................................19
Battery Temperature Compensation.....................................................................................19
4.3. FINAL INSPECTION:.........................................................................................................19
5 Technical Description ...........................................................................................................20
5.1. RECTIFIER MANAGEMENT................................................................................................20
AC Input Power.....................................................................................................................20
DC Output Power..................................................................................................................20
Rectifier alarms reporting......................................................................................................20
5.2. SYSTEM MANAGEMENT ...................................................................................................20
System Voltage Monitor and Control ....................................................................................20
System Current Monitor........................................................................................................21
System Status and Alarm Reporting.....................................................................................21
5.3. LOAD MANAGEMENT .......................................................................................................21
Circuit Breakers ....................................................................................................................21
GMT Fuses...........................................................................................................................22
5.4. BATTERY MANAGEMENT .................................................................................................22
Battery Charging...................................................................................................................22
Battery Equalization..............................................................................................................23
Battery Protection .................................................................................................................23
Battery Temperature Monitoring ...........................................................................................23
Battery Temperature Compensation.....................................................................................23
Battery Low Voltage Disconnect ...........................................................................................24
Battery Functional Test.........................................................................................................24
Counter Electro-Motive Force Module Connections .............................................................24
5.5. C
ONTROLS AND INDICATORS ...........................................................................................25
Controller with Display ..........................................................................................................25
Controller without Display .....................................................................................................25
5.6. ALARM OUTPUTS (OUTPUT RELAYS)................................................................................25
5.7. EXTERNAL ALARM INPUTS (USER INPUT)..........................................................................26
5.8. N
ETWORK MANAGEMENT CARD - LOCAL & REMOTE MONITORING .....................................26
6 Operation..............................................................................................................................27
6.1. DESCRIPTION.................................................................................................................27
6.2. C
ONTROLLER CARD JUMPERS .........................................................................................27
System voltage J5 ................................................................................................................27
Remote Lockout J8...............................................................................................................27
Firmware Programming Enable J9 .......................................................................................27
Vtrim Trip Select J13 ............................................................................................................27
6.3. C
6.4. O
ONTROLLER WITH DISPLAY............................................................................................28
PERATION USING LOCAL DISPLAY AND KEYPAD INTERFACE .............................................29
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6.5. CONTROLLER WITHOUT DISPLAY......................................................................................36
6.6. OPERATION USING THE RS-232 COMM PORT ..................................................................36
6.7. OPERATION USING THE 10/100 BASET ETHERNET PORT ..................................................37
6.8. OPERATION USING NETWORK MANAGEMENT CARD WEB BROWSER INTERFACE ..................37
6.9. LVD O
6.10. P
PERATION ...........................................................................................................44
ROGRAMMING OUTPUT RELAYS.....................................................................................45
7 Preventive Maintenance .......................................................................................................47
7.1. EQUIPMENT ...................................................................................................................47
7.2. INSPECTION ...................................................................................................................47
Environmental Inspection .....................................................................................................47
System Visual and Safety Inspection....................................................................................47
Battery Visual and Safety Inspection ....................................................................................48
7.3. TEST .............................................................................................................................48
System Voltage Test.............................................................................................................48
Rectifier Current Share Test .................................................................................................48
System Current Test.............................................................................................................48
Rectifier Alarm Test ..............................................................................................................48
System Temperature Test ....................................................................................................49
Battery Current Test .............................................................................................................49
Battery Temperature Test.....................................................................................................49
LVD Test...............................................................................................................................49
Battery Preventive Maintenance Procedure .........................................................................50
7.4. FINAL INSPECTION:.........................................................................................................50
8 Alarm Summary ....................................................................................................................51
9 Specifications........................................................................................................................53
9.1. AC INPUT ......................................................................................................................53
TWF0500H54B Rectifier.......................................................................................................53
Magnum VS 50 Power System.............................................................................................53
Magnum VS 100 Power System...........................................................................................54
9.2. DC OUTPUT ..................................................................................................................54
TWF0500H54B Rectifier.......................................................................................................54
Magnum VS 50 Power System.............................................................................................55
Magnum VS 100 Power System...........................................................................................55
9.3. C
ONTROLS AND INDICATORS ...........................................................................................56
TWF0500H54B Rectifier.......................................................................................................56
Magnum VS Controller .........................................................................................................56
9.4. M
ECHANICAL .................................................................................................................56
TWF0500H54B Rectifier.......................................................................................................56
Magnum VS 50 Power System.............................................................................................56
Magnum VS 100 Power System...........................................................................................57
9.5. E
9.6. C
NVIRONMENTAL ............................................................................................................57
OMPLIANCE .................................................................................................................58
10 APC Worldwide Customer Support....................................................................................59
11 Limited Product Warranty ..................................................................................................60
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Revision History
Document # & Rev Date By Description
990-1479 06 MAY, 2003 BET Initial Release
990-1479A 03 JUL, 2003 BET Clean-up after Pilot Run
990-1479B 30 SEP, 2003 BET Add Controller with Display
990-1479C 28 OCT, 2003 BET Correct dc connections
990-1479D 06 JAN, 2004 BET Added Output Relays 2-6
Table of Figures
FIGURE 2.1-1 MAGNUM VS 50 –48 VDC POWER PLANT....................................................................2
FIGURE 2.2-1 MAGNUM VS BLOCK DIAGRAM....................................................................................3
FIGURE 3.3-1 MAGNUM VS 50 BACKPLANE ........................................................................................5
FIGURE 3.3-3 AC INPUT WIRING.............................................................................................................6
FIGURE 3.3-5 POWER CORD SETS ..........................................................................................................6
FIGURE 3.4-1 BATTERY CABLE CONNECTION LOCATIONS............................................................8
FIGURE 3.4-3 BATTERY TEMPERATURE PROBE INSTALLATION ..................................................8
FIGURE 3.5-1 CEMF CONNECTION LOCATIONS .................................................................................9
FIGURE 3.7-1 GMT FUSE TEMPERATURE DE-RATING CHART......................................................10
FIGURE 3.7-3 GMT FUSES AVAILABLE FROM APC ..........................................................................10
FIGURE 3.8-1 CONNECTIONS TO CIRCUIT BREAKERS....................................................................11
FIGURE 3.8-2 TOP SHELF GMT FUSE CONNECTIONS ......................................................................12
FIGURE 3.8-3 BOTTOM SHELF GMT FUSE CONNECTIONS .............................................................12
FIGURE 3.9-1 INTERFACE CONNECTIONS..........................................................................................13
FIGURE 3.9-3 OUTPUT RELAY CONNECTIONS..................................................................................14
FIGURE 3.9-5 EXTERNAL USER INPUT CONNECTIONS...................................................................14
FIGURE 6.2-1 CONTROLLER CARD JUMPER LOCATIONS ..............................................................28
FIGURE 6.3-1 CONTROLLER WITH DISPLAY .....................................................................................29
FIGURE 6.4-1 PARAMETER LOCATIONS, DESCRIPTIONS, AND DEFAULT VALUES ................30
FIGURE 6.4-2 MAGNUM VS ENGLISH DISPLAY TREE .....................................................................34
FIGURE 6.4-3 MAGNUM VS CHINESE DISPLAY TREE .....................................................................35
FIGURE 6.5-1 MAGNUM VS CONTROLLER WITHOUT DISPLAY ...................................................36
FIGURE 6.8-1 PARAMETER LOCATIONS, DESCRIPTIONS, AND SETTINGS ................................38
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1 Safety First!
It is very important to follow all safety procedures when unpacking, installing and operating any
sort of power equipment.
1.1. Warning Symbols
CAUTION: An indication that special care is required to prevent injury,
equipment damage or misuse.
WARNING: An indication of an electrical hazard that may cause serious
1.2. General Precautions:
personal injury or death, catastrophic equipment damage or site destruction.
WARNING: Hazardous ac voltage levels are present inside the power
system. Keep the rear cover in place when the system is operational or
energized.
WARNING: Hazardous energy levels are present on bare conductors in the
distribution connection area of the plant. Accidental shorting of distribution
Specific CAUTION and WARNING will be placed in manual where appropriate.
conductors can cause arcing and high currents that can cause serious burns
or other physical harm. It is recommended that:
• Remove any jewelry, rings or watches while working on this equipment.
• Use insulated wrenches, screwdrivers, cutters, pliers and other tools.
WARNING: Ensure that all of the dc and external ac circuit breakers are in
the OFF position prior to connecting service to the power plant. Confirm that
all voltages have been removed including any battery sources before
proceeding
.
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2 Introduction
2.1. General Information
DC Power Plants from APC have unique features that make them easy to install, maintain, and
upgrade. The rectifier units are modular and truly “hot-pluggable” into the shelf assembly
without any separate ac wiring. The Magnum VS 50 has 1 shelf, holding up to five rectifiers for
a rated current of 50 A. The Magnum VS 100 has 2 shelves, holding up to ten rectifiers for a
rated current of 100 A. All system settings are made from a standard PC using a serial cable or
a 10/100 Base T connection. The controller provides monitoring and control functions for each
component of the system and stores alarm listings for system diagnosis and maintenance. For
ease of operation, a display with LCD readout and 5-button keypad can be inserted in rectifier
slot 5
Figure 2.1-1 Magnum VS 50 –48 Vdc Power Plant
The APC Magnum VS is a modular stand-alone -48 Vdc power plant. It is configurable in such
a manner that it will support most typical applications within the specified current ranges (10-100
A) without special application engineering or assistance. DC output distribution is included for
circuit breakers or GMT style fuses or in the 100-A versions, a combination of both. Available
circuit breakers are 30 A or 60 A. GMT fuses can be 1/4 to15 A. A low voltage disconnect
(LVD) is provided to disconnect the battery after deep discharge. A 50-ampere power system is
shown in Figure 2.1-1. A block diagram of a typical 100-ampere power system with fuses and
breakers is shown in Figure 2.2-1.
2.2. How to Use This Manual
Each section of this manual can be read in any order and provides a complete explanation of
the subject described by the title. However, the sequence of the sections is designed to provide
a typical step-by-step process for successful use of the equipment.
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TOP SHELF
RESET
COMM
PORT
DB-9
PORT
DC OK
MINOR
MAJOR
OUT RLY
WEB
SNMP Card
( AP9617 )
Microprocessor
Control Board
( 0P1838 )
USER
ALARM
INPUTS
ALARM
RELAY
OUTPUTS
BATTERY
TEMPERATURE
PROBE
CONTROL BUS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
ALM IN_1
ALM IN_2
ALM IN_3
ALM IN_4
ALM RTN
ALM RTN
ALM RTN
ALM RTN
MAJ NC
MAJ C
MAJ NO
MIN NC
MIN C
MIN NO
USER NC
USER C
USER NO
TMP
-BAT
+12 PWR
Power Distribution Backplane
-PWR
+PWR
CONTROL BUS
AC
DC
Control
GND
L1 L2/N
DC
AC
L1 L2/N
Signals Cable
BOTTOM SHELF
GND
BATTERY
SHUNT
BATTERY (–)
BATTERY
LVD
Energized
TX2 Relay
DC
Control
AC
Control
AC
DC
DC
Control
AC
Control
CONTROL BUS
2 Visual Alarms
(1 per group of 4)
8 outputs: Rear
GND
L1 L2/N
GND
TRM15
( 0P1839 )
GMT Load Distribution Module
( 0P1849 )
BATTERY (+)
Bus Bars
Blank Panel
COVERED
COVERED
COVERED
BATTERY
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
2
3
4
Power Distribution Backplane
-PWR
+PWR
CONTROL BUS
AC
DC
Control
DC
AC
Control
AC
DC
Control
AC
DC
Control
AC
DC
Control
SHUNT
BATTERY
LVD
Energized
TX2 Relay
BATTERY (–)
CONTROL BUS
Visual Alarm
Stud outputs:
Rear
GND
GND
GND
GND
TRM15
Visual Alarm
L1 L2/N
L1 L2/N
L1 L2/N
( 0P1839 )
2 CB Load Distribution Module ( 0P1852 )
BATTERY (+)
100 Amp System Only
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Figure 2.2-1 Magnum VS BLOCK DIAGRAM
3 Installation
3.1. Unpacking Equipment
Remove equipment from packing material and inspect for shipping damage or missing items. It
is important to report damage or material shortages to the shipping carrier while a
representative is on site.
If concealed damage or material shortages are found at a later time, contact the shipper to
make arrangements for inspection and claim filing. Refer to Section 10 in the event it is
necessary to return equipment to APC.
CAUTION: Appropriate lifting techniques and safety equipment should be
used to remove equipment from packing.
PLEASE RECYCLE: The shipping materials can be recycled. Please save
them for later use or dispose accordingly.
3.2. Mechanical Installation
Room / Location
NOTE: The APC dc power plant is to be installed in a room, vault, or similar enclosure that is
accessible only to qualified persons in accordance with the regulatory authority having
jurisdiction.
Prior to installation, drawings, floor loading requirements, external alarm points, ac service
entrance, and grounding schemes should all be checked and confirmed. If batteries are to be
mounted in a room separate from the power plant, careful attention should be paid to battery
cable voltage drop effects. Environmental operating temperatures and ventilation/cooling
considerations should also be noted, not just for the power system but also for all other
equipment that may reside in the power room area.
Mounting
The Magnum VS provides brackets to mount on a standard EIA 19 or 23-inch rack. Install the
power system using hardware designed for the rack. To install a Magnum VS 50 on a 23-inch
rack use bracket kit number 0M-2829. To install a Magnum VS 100 on a 23-inch rack use
bracket kit number 0M-2830.
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Ventilation
The rectifier modules for this system have fans that provide front-to-rear airflow for internal
cooling. The power system housing should be mounted such that there is free airflow to the
front and back of the unit. [Refer to Section 9.5 for environmental characteristics.] Free airflow
should be ensured so that the power system can provide full power without de-rating.
3.3. AC Power Connections
WARNING: Ensure that all of the external dc and ac circuit breakers are in the
OFF position prior to connecting service to the power plant. Confirm that all
voltages have been removed including any battery sources before proceeding.
AC Connections
The dc power system requires the supply of 85 – 264 Vac, 47 – 63 Hz single phase power. One
alternating current (ac) input on the power system backplane supplies power to the first rectifier
in each shelf. Two inputs supply power to the second and third pair of rectifiers and the fourth
and fifth pair in each shelf. This scheme allows a variety of wiring options. Provided the input
wiring is not overloaded, one, two or all three inputs on each shelf can be jumpered together.
The ambient temperature and number of wires in a conduit must be considered in accordance
with NEC and local requirements. The power system typically ships with the jumpers shown in
the backplane layout of the Magnum VS 50 shown in Figure 3.3-1. The Magnum VS 100
contains two identical backplanes. The input terminals are defined in Figure 3.3-3. If one ac
input cable is used it is typically connected to TRM10, 7 and 4.
Figure 3.3-1 Magnum VS 50 Backplane
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Rectifier Terminal # Function Terminal # Function Terminal # Function
Rectifier 1 TRM2 Ground TRM5 Line or Neutral TRM8 Line
Rectifier 2 & 3 TRM3 Ground TRM6 Line or Neutral TRM9 Line
Rectifier 4 & 5 TRM4 Ground TRM7 Line or Neutral TRM10 Line
Chassis TRM1 Ground
Figure 3.3-3 AC Input Wiring
AC Power Cord Sets
AC input cable kits are available from APC. These cables are 12 feet (3.7m) long and have a
power plug installed on each cable. When ordered with the power system, these cables will be
installed with strain reliefs provided to mount the 3-conductor jacketed cables. Each kit will
supply power to the entire power system. Use the chart in Figure 3.3-5 to determine the
suggested cable kits.
Part Num. AWG Cable Qty Plug Num. Plug Style Voltage Power System
0M-91157 14 3 NEMA 5-15 Non-locking 115 Magnum VS 50
0M-91155 14 3 NEMA L5-15 Locking 115 Magnum VS 50
0M-91156 12 2 NEMA 5-20P Non-locking 115 Magnum VS 50
0M-91154 12 2 NEMA L5-20P Locking 115 Magnum VS 50
0M-91158 10 1 NEMA 5-50P Non-locking 115 Magnum VS 50
0M-1150 12 2 NEMA L6-20P Locking 230 Magnum VS 50
0M-91160 10 1 NEMA 6-30P Non-locking 230 Magnum VS 50
0M-91159 10 1 NEMA L6-30P Locking 230 Magnum VS 50
0M-91137 12 6 NEMA 5-15P Non-Locking 115 Magnum VS 100
0M-91140 12 6 NEMA L5-15P Locking 115 Magnum VS 100
0M-91138 12 4 NEMA 5-20P Non-locking 115 Magnum VS 100
0M-91141 12 4 NEMA L5-20P Locking 115 Magnum VS 100
0M-91139 10 2 NEMA 5-50P Non-locking 115 Magnum VS 100
0M-1149 12 4 NEMA L6-20P Locking 230 Magnum VS 100
0M-91135 10 2 NEMA 6-30P Non-locking 230 Magnum VS 100
0M-91136 10 2 NEMA L6-30P Locking 230 Magnum VS 100
Figure 3.3-5 Power Cord Sets
WARNING: Hazardous ac voltage levels are present inside the power
system. Keep the rear cover in place when the system is operational or
energized.
The rear cover of each shelf in the power system is provided with two 1.125-inch (2.858 cm)
diameter holes for electrical conduit. Conduit can be run to each shelf or strain reliefs are
provided to install jacketed cables.
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3.4. Battery Connections
WARNING: Hazardous energy levels are present on bare conductors in the
dc distribution connection area of the plant. Accidental shorting of
Planning the Battery installation
The battery cable(s) should be sized to limit the voltage drop from the dc power plant to the
battery during charging per system design requirements. The cable(s) must also carry the full
load current during battery operation. If assistance is required to determine the necessary
cables for the application, contact your sales representative or APC (Refer to Section 10 for
APC Customer Support information. A fuse or circuit breaker (various options are available
from APC) is recommended in the negative line to protect the cables from the battery to the dc
power plant. If a circuit breaker is used, the power plant can monitor auxiliary contacts from this
breaker.
Connecting the Cables
distribution conductors can cause arcing and high currents that can cause
serious burns or other physical harm. It is recommended that:
• Remove any jewelry, rings or watches while working on this
equipment.
• Use insulated wrenches, screwdrivers, cutters, pliers and other tools.
WARNING: Make certain that the battery polarity is correct when making
connections to the dc power plant. Incorrect connection could cause severe
The battery cable connections are located at the rear of the unit as shown in Figure 3.4-1. The
battery positive and battery negative buses each provide a pair of #10-32 studs on 5/8” centers
for connecting two-hole battery cable lugs. A ring size of 6 mm may also be used. Connect the
battery cables as applicable using #10-32 nuts. Cover connections with heat shrink after
assembly.
equipment damage.
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Battery Negative
Connection
Battery Return
Connection
Figure 3.4-1 Battery Cable Connection Locations
Battery Temperature Probe Installation
The temperature probe is used to monitor the battery string temperature. To get the most
representative temperature measurement, the probe should be placed in contact with a battery
cell that is centrally located. The probe should be placed directly in contact with the cell (not the
frame surrounding the cell). Generally, the cell cover can be used; be careful not to allow the
probe body to touch the terminals. Plug the connector end of the temperature probe into J410
of the backplane card. Route the cable as required positioning the probe on the selected
battery cell. Remove the adhesive protection strip from the probe body and press the adhesive
side of the probe on the battery cell cover. Refer to Figure 3.4-3 for details.
Note: Program Hardware battery temperature alarm to Ignore if no battery temperature
probe is connected to J410.
Battery
Temperature
Probe
Connector
J410 (Rear
Cover
Removed)
Figure 3.4-3 Battery Temperature Probe Installation
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3.5. Counter Electro-Motive Force (CEMF) Cell Connections
WARNING: Hazardous energy levels are present on the CEMF connection
area of the plant. Accidental shorting of conductors can cause arcing and
In some applications, a CEMF cell is used to lower the dc voltage delivered to the loads. The
CEMF cell is mounted externally to the Magnum VS. The CEMF connections are located at the
rear of the unit as shown in Figure 3.5-1. Two bus-plates, installed at the factory, bypass the
CEMF connection. If a CEMF cell will be used, remove the bus plate connecting the two CEMF
connection points and install two connection buses before installing the CEMF. The CEMF
connection buses each provide a pair of #10-32 studs on 5/8” centers for connecting two-hole
CEMF cable lugs. A ring size of 6 mm may also be used. Connect the CEMF cables as
applicable using #10-32 nuts.
high currents that can cause serious burns or other physical harm.
CEMF Connections
Figure 3.5-1 CEMF Connection Locations
3.6. DC System Grounding
The positive bus for the power plant should be connected to the Central Office Ground. The
Battery Return provide a pair of #10-32 studs on 5/8-inch centers for connection of a two-hole
lugged cable to the Central Office Ground. A ring size of 6 mm may also be used. Cover this
connection with heat shrink tubing after assembly.
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3.7. Load Protection Installation
Circuit Breaker Installation
Standard circuit breaker output boards are available with two 30-A breakers or one 60-A
breaker. Output boards are installed at the factory and are generally not field replaceable units.
Contact APC if the output configuration is not suitable for your needs. Other breaker sizes are
not readily available.
GMT Fuse Installation
Fuse holders that accommodate GMT fuses are located on the front panel on the left side of the
unit. Insert the fuse in the holder; observing the tripped indicator is correctly oriented. Use the
chart shown in Figure 3.7-1 to help determine what size fuses will carry the desired current.
When using several of the larger GMT fuses in one shelf, better heat dissipation will be
achieved if the fuses are spaced out evenly within the output panel. A list of GMT type fuses
available from APC is provided in Figure 3.7-3.
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
20° C 50° C 60° C
7.5 A 5 A 4.5 A 4 A
SIZE
FUSE
10 A 7 A 6 A 5 A
15 A 10 A 9 A 8 A
Figure 3.7-1 GMT Fuse Temperature De-rating Chart
GMT Fuses
FUSE RATING PART NUMBER FUSE RATING PART NUMBER
¼ A FFA-0030 3 A FFA-0036
½ A FFA-0031 5 A FFA-0037
3/4 A FFA-0032 7½ A FFA-0029
1 A FFA-0033 10 A FFA-0038
1¼ A FFA-0039 15 A FFA-0040
1½ A FFA-0035
Figure 3.7-3 GMT fuses available from APC
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3.8. Load Connections
Cable Size Considerations
The dc load cable(s) should be sized to limit the voltage drop from the dc power plant to the
loads per system design requirements. The cable(s) must also carry the full load current during
battery operation. During battery operation the voltage will be lower and for constant power
loads, the current will typically be higher. If assistance is required to determine the necessary
cables for the application, contact your sales representative or APC.
Circuit Breaker Protected Load Connections (30 or 60 A)
The circuit breaker lug landing connection provides a pair of #10-32 studs on 5/8” centers for
mounting two-hole lugs. A ring size of 6 mm may also be used. A right angle bus bar with two
studs is provided to land the lugs. Load Connections should be made as shown in. Cover
connections with heat shrink after assembly.
-54 Volt Load Connections
Load Returns
Figure 3.8-1 Connections to Circuit Breakers
GMT Fuse protected Load Connections
Connections for ¼ to 14-A loads require a ring terminal with a 0.170 in (4.3 mm) clearance hole
and are located at the rear of the unit. Load connections should be made as shown in Figure
3.8-2 and Figure 3.8-3
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Figure 3.8-2 Top Shelf GMT Fuse Connections
Figure 3.8-3 Bottom Shelf GMT Fuse Connections
3.9. Monitoring and Relay Output Connections
Front Panel DB9 Connection
The front panel DB-9 connector is used to hook up a standard RS-232 cable (such as APC part
number 0129-XX. A 0129-6 is included with this manual. ). This will allow local access through
a Terminal Emulation program such as HyperTerminal™ or Procomm.™
RJ45 Ethernet Connector
The management card has an RJ-45 connector to support a TCP/IP protocol over a 10/100
BaseT Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN).
Major, Minor and Relay 1 Output Connections
There are three output relays available that provide outputs via Form “C” contacts. The output
relays are named Minor, Major and Out Relay 1. Various system alarm conditions can be
assigned to any of these three output relays. Most alarm conditions are shipped programmed to
Minor or Major Relay. Wago connectors are located on the backplane card mounted in the left
rear of the unit. Refer to the board layout in Figure 3.9-1 for Output Relay connections. The
Wago connectors accept wires 26 AWG to 20 AWG (0.129mm2 to 0.518 mm2). To connect the
relay output, remove ¼ in (6mm) of insulation from the end of the wire. Push down the white tab
on the Wago connector, insert the stripped wire and release the tab to make the connection.
The relay contacts should only be used to switch resistive loads of 0.5 A or less at 60 V or less.
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Figure 3.9-3 shows the alarm output connection designations. Whenever possible use the
common and normally closed contacts. If the alarm wiring gets pulled loose, or the controller is
removed, you will get an alarm. The Major relay is energized (C-NO contacts closed) during
normal (non-alarm) operating conditions; the other relays energize when an alarm condition
occurs. If your Major relay wiring uses the C-NO contacts, then a major relay output will be
seen whenever the controller is removed from the shelf.
Output Relays
(J411)
User Inputs
(J412)
Figure 3.9-1 Interface Connections
Output Relay 2-6 Connections
Output Relays 2 through 6 are virtual relays and are not available for physical connection by the
user. The small size of this unit limits the number of relays that can be placed in the system.
These output relays are supported by the controller and reported by the network management
card. Any alarm condition can be programmed to map to one of these relays. The alarm will
activate the relay, illuminate the front panel Out Relay LED, and send the relay output message
to the network management card.
RELAY
OUTPUT
J 411 TERMINAL
DESIGNATIONS
RELAY ALIAS OUTPUT RELAY NOTES
NO
OUT RELAY #1 C
NC
OUT RELAY #2 N/A
OUT RELAY #3 N/A
OUT RELAY #4 N/A
OUT RELAY #5 N/A
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OUT RELAY #6 N/A
NO N/A
MINOR C N/A
NC N/A
NO N/A
MAJOR C N/A
NC N/A
Figure 3.9-3 Output Relay Connections
External Alarm Input Connections
Four external alarm inputs with assignable relay outputs are available. User 1 and 2 inputs
respond only to external dry contact closures between normally open (NO) and common (C) and
User 3 and 4 respond only to external dry contact openings between normally closed (NC) and
C. A Wago connector is located on the backplane card mounted in the left rear of the unit. The
2
Wago connectors accept wires 26 AWG to 20 AWG (0.129mm
to 0.518 mm2). To connect the
user input, remove ¼ in (6mm) of insulation from the end of the wire. Push down the white tab
on the Wago connector, insert the stripped wire and release the tab to make the connection.
Refer to Figure 3.9-1 for backplane board connections.
EXTERNAL ALARM
INPUT
#1 NO USER1NO
#2 NO USER2NO
#3 NC USER3NC
#4 NC USER4NC
#1 C USER1C
#2 C USER2C
#3 C USER3C
#4 C USER4C
J412 TERMINAL
DESIGNATIONS
USER ALARM NOTES
Figure 3.9-5 External User Input Connections
3.10. Rectifier Module Installation
The rectifier modules are shipped in separate containers. Follow the procedure below to install
a rectifier module. Rectifiers may be installed even when the system is energized.
1) Remove the rectifier from its shipping container.
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WARNING: Rectifier dc output circuits will be damaged if battery is installed
incorrectly. Before rectifier installation, ensure proper battery polarity and that
the battery is isolated from the rest of the system
2) Slide the rectifier module into the shelf between the guides until it is fully seated.
3) Fasten the rectifier in place with the captive rectifier retaining screws.
Since all adjustments are made from the system controller, no rectifier adjustments are
necessary.
3.11. Controller Module Installation
CAUTION: The controller and the network management card have lithium
batteries. These batteries are not field serviceable.
The controller is installed in the Magnum VS 50 in the right hand side of the power system. The
controller is installed in the Magnum VS 100 in the upper right hand side of the power system.
Insert the card taking care to follow the alignment guides all the way to the rear of the unit. The
connector on the rear will hot plug into the power system backplane.
To install the controller with display, first remove rectifier number 5, which is in the slot nearest
the controller. Insert the card taking care to follow the alignment guides all the way to the rear of
the unit. The connector on the rear will hot plug into the power system backplane. Removing
the rectifier will decrease the total output capacity of the power system.
• Danger of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
• Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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