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LP11 924 Series - Uninterruptible Power Supply
6 & 10 kVA
Preface
We thank you for selecting a General Electric Digital Energy LP11 924 Series Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) and
recommend that you read these instructions carefully before installation and start-up of the UPS.
Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference and carefully read the important safety instructions in
chapter 1 before installation of this device.
Model: LP11 924
Issued by: Product Document Department – Riazzino - CH
1 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.2 - SAFETY WARNINGS AND SYMBOLS ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
1.3 - GENERAL ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.4 - INTENDED USE ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
3.1 - THE PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
3.2 - NORMAL CONDITIONS............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
4.1 - TRANSPORT .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
4.5.1.1 - Installation procedure: input voltage 120Vac or 277Vac, output voltage 120/208/220/230/240/277Vac. .......................................................................... 15
4.5.1.2 - installation procedure: input voltage 208-240Vac, output voltage 120/208/220/230/240/277Vac. ........................................................................................ 16
4.5.2 - AVAILABLE INPUT VOLTAGES: HARDWARE MODIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
4.5.2.1 - Input voltage 120Vac or 277Vac. ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
4.5.2.2 - Input voltage 208 or 240Vac. .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18
4.5.3 - AVAILABLE OUTPUT VOLTAGES: HARDWARE MODIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
4.5.3.1 – OUTPUT VOLTAGE 277vac .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
4.5.3.2 - Output voltage 208Vac ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
4.5.3.3 - Output voltage 120Vac split-phase ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 20
4.5.3.4 - Output voltage 220/230/240Vac ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
4.5.3.5 - Output voltage 120Vac single phase .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 21
4.5.5 - INSTALLATION OF EXTERNAL BATTERY CABINET ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 23
4.5.6 – OPERATING 2 / 3 / 4 PARALLEL UNITS – ADDITIONAL INFO ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
4.5.6.1 - Notes concerning installation of a parallel system ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 25
4.5.6.2 - Notes concerning starting up the parallel system .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 26
4.5.6.3 - Notes concerning use / maintenance of a parallel system ............................................................................................................................................................................... 27
5.1 - DESCRIPTION OF FRONT AND REAR PANEL .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 29
5.3.1 - SHUTDOWN OF THE UNIT WHEN LOAD SWITCHING OFF IS ALLOWED ................................................................................................................................................................................. 32
5.3.3 - SHUTDOWN OF THE UNIT WHEN LOAD SWITCHING OFF IS NOT ALLOWED...................................................................................................................................................................... 32
5.4.1 - INFORMATION MENU ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
5.4.2 - STATUS AND ALARM MENU ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 34
5.4.3 - SERVICE MENU ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
5.4.4 - SET-UP MENU ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 38
5.5 - TEST SCREENS ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
5.5.1 - BATTERY TEST, GENERAL .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 39
5.5.2 - QUICK BATTERY TEST ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
5.5.3 - DEEP BATTERY TEST ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 40
5.6 - OTHER FEATURES .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 41
8.2 - GENERAL .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
8.3 - COOLING FAN .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
8.6 - RECYCLING THE UPS AT THE END OF SERVICE LIFE .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 46
This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the UPS and
batteries. It also gives all necessary information about the correct use of the UPS. Before attempting to install and start
up the UPS, carefully read this manual. Keep this manual next to the UPS for future references.
Full understanding of and compliance with the safety instructions and warnings contained in this
manual are the
ONLY CONDITIONS
to avoid any dangerous situation during installation, operation and maintenance work, and to
preserve the maximum reliability of the UPS system.
GE refuses any responsibility in case of non-observance, unauthorized alterations or improper use of the delivered UPS.
While every care has been taken to ensure the completeness and accuracy of this manual, GE accepts no responsibility
or liability for any loss or damage resulting from the use of the information contained in this document.
This document shall not be copied nor reproduced without the permission of GE.
Due to technical improvements, some of the information contained in this manual may be changed without notice.
1.2 - SAFETY WARNINGS AND SYMBOLS
Safety warnings
The text of this manual contains warnings to avoid risk to persons and to avoid damages to the UPS system and the
supplied critical loads. Do not proceed beyond these warnings if you do not fully understand and/or are not able to meet
the mentioned conditions. The non-observance of the warnings reminding hazardous situations could result in human
injury and equipment damage.
Please pay attention to the meaning of the following warnings and symbols.
WARNING
Refers to procedures or operations which, when not correctly performed, could cause personal injury or
serious damage to the system.
NOTE
Warns the user about important operations or procedures described in this manual.
Safety Symbols
CAUTION
The product may be in danger: when procedures or operations are not correctly performed, damage to
the product may be the result.
DANGER OF PARTS ELECTRICALLY LIVE
Related to all situations with potentially hazardous voltage.
Used when moving the equipment due to the heavy weight.
1.3 - GENERAL
DANGER!
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Some of the parts of the UPS are necessarily under a hazardous voltage
Do not remove the cover; there are no user serviceable parts inside.
There may be danger, loss of life or personal injury if warnings are not strictly observed
CAUTION
There may be damage to the equipment if procedures and practices are not strictly observed and
followed.
NOTE
Do not attempt to service the UPS unless you have had proper training. Refer all maintenance and
servicing to properly qualified, skilled and competent service personnel.
Qualified, skilled personnel are persons who (because of their training, experience, and position as well as their
knowledge of appropriate standards, regulations, health and safety requirements and working conditions) are authorised
to be responsible for the safety of the equipment, at all times whilst carrying out their normal duties and are therefore
aware of, and can report, possible hazards (observe IEC 364, DIN VDE 0105 and national wiring regulations and accident
prevention rules).
1.4 - INTENDED USE
LP11 924 Series UPS are designed to power up emergency lighting equipment and protect form all forms of power
interference, including complete power failure.
CAUTION
DO NOT plug household appliances such as electric heaters, toasters or vacuum cleaners into the UPS.
The technical data as well as information concerning connecting requirements can be found on the rating label and in
this document and shall be strictly observed.
• Move the UPS in an upright position and in its original package to the final destination room.
• To lift the UPS, use a forklift or lifting belts with spreader bars.
• Check for sufficient floor and elevator loading capacity.
• Immediately after unpacking carefully check the integrity of the UPS equipment. In case you note recognizable
damage, do not connect any voltage to the UPS, do not put the UPS into operation, but contact the nearest Service
Centre.
• Store the UPS with its batteries fully charged in a dry location, storage temperature must be within -20 and +45°C (4°F and 113°F)
• If the unit is stored for an extended period of time, the batteries must be recharged periodically. Connect the unit to
the utility and switch it on:
- if the storage temperature is within -20 and +30°C (-4°F and 86°F), recharge the batteries every 6 months, for 24 hours,
- if the storage temperature is within -20 and +45°C (-4°F and 113°F), recharge the batteries every 4 months, for 24 hours.
1.6 - INSTALLATION
• When installing the UPS strictly observe all information on technical data and operating conditions. Comply with all
warnings, and strictly follow the procedures and practices as described in this manual.
• This UPS is intended to be used in a controlled indoor environment and free of conductive contaminants and
protected against animal intrusion.
• Check for sufficient floor loading capacity.
• Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near heat sources.
• It is important that the unit has adequate ventilation. Maintain air movement around and through the unit. Do not
block the air vents.
• The unit must be placed in a sufficiently ventilated area; the ambient temperature for UPS should be in the range of 0
to +40°C (32°F to 104°F). For battery the temperature range should be 20 to 30°C (68°F to 86°F). The battery backup
time will not be optimum outside this temperature range.
• Do not install the UPS in an excessively humid environment or near water (95% no condensing).
• Avoid spilling liquids or dropping any foreign object into the UPS.
• Do not touch electronic components. They may be electrostatic sensitive and are for that reason easily damaged due
to improper handling.
• To avoid potential health risks, electrical components should not be mechanically damaged or destroyed.
NOTE
Refer to table 7 for minimum clearance around the UPS for proper ventilation.
• All electrical connections are to be realized by qualified skilled personnel only.
• In this manual "Earth" is represented with two different symbols:
= Field wiring equipment grounding terminal,
• The UPS should only be powered from a single phase, three wire AC source equipped with an earth connection.
• Use insulated copper input and output wiring, rated 90°C (194°F) wire size based on the capacities given in Tables
310-16 of the Nation Electrical code, ANSI/NFPA 70-2008. Specified in table 2 and table 3.
• When working on live Uninterruptible Power Supplies, be sure to comply with the applicable national accident
prevention rules.
1.8 - OPERATION
DANGER, do not touch output terminals.
The UPS is connected to batteries. The output terminals may be electrically live, even when the UPS is
disconnected from the utility supply. Dangerous voltages may be present during battery operation.
1.9 - MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
• All maintenance and servicing is to be carried out by qualified skilled personnel only
• Servicing of batteries should be performed or supervised by personnel knowledgeable of batteries and the required
precautions. Keep unauthorized personnel away from batteries
• A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short circuit current
• Never dispose of batteries in a fire: they may explode
• Do not open or mutilate batteries: their contents may be extremely toxic. If exposed to electrolyte, wash immediately
with plenty of water
• The batteries must be disconnected during maintenance or service work.
• When replacing the batteries, use only the same type and size battery.
• The following precautions should be observed when working on batteries:
- Remove watches, rings or other metal objects.
- Use tools with insulated handles.
- Wear rubber gloves and boots.
- Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.
- Disconnect charging source prior to connecting or disconnect battery terminals.
- Determine if the battery is inadvertently grounded. If inadvertently grounded, remove source of ground. Contact
with any part of a grounded battery can result in electrical shock. The likelihood of such shock will be reduced if
such grounds are removed during installation and maintenance.
The batteries contain lead, which is a harmful substance for the environment.
Proper disposal or recycling of the batteries is required. Refer to your local codes for disposal
requirements.
1.10 - FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment
under FCC rules.
1.11 - FIRE REGULATIONS
WARNING
Should a fire break out inside the system, a fire extinguisher with CO2 or halogen must be used. Do not
More than ever before, today's advanced electronic equipment, with complex integrated circuits and other sensitive
electronics, needs a stable and continuous AC power supply to operate correctly. While the power coming from the wall
outlet is often unreliable, a GE Digital Energy LP11 924 Series UPS provides the security of completely uninterrupted
power.
A compact, truly on-line system, the LP11 924 UPS protects your equipment from all forms of power interference,
including complete power failure. A simple and elegant circuit design, together with extensive protection against
abnormal operating conditions (e.g. overload, short circuit, overheating), makes the UPS exceptionally reliable.
The UPS offers complete galvanic isolation of input and output, also when operating in bypass mode. As a result, input
and output voltages do not necessarily have to be equal, making the UPS suitable for almost every situation.
All units are standard equipped with a backfeed protection relay.
The UPS stores electric energy in batteries. This allows the UPS to supply output power even when the incoming utility
power is cut off completely.
Energy is stored as Direct Current (DC), while input and output energy must be Alternating Current (AC). Therefore the UPS
contains an input converter (AC to DC) and an output converter (DC to AC). (fig.2)
3.2 - NORMAL CONDITIONS
Under normal conditions, energy from the utility is channeled through the input converter, which supplies the output
converter and the battery charger. The batteries are kept in a fully charged state, and the output converter synthesizes a
completely new AC output sine wave to supply the load (electrical equipment).
3.3 - UTILITY FAILURE
In the event of a utility power failure (i.e. absent or outside tolerance) the system uses the energy reserve stored in the
battery to continue to produce AC power, ensuring unbroken output (fig. 3). No interruption or alteration will ever be
noticed in the output power.
In the event of an extended utility failure (greater than 90 minutes), the output converter will stop when the battery has
been discharged. At this point, the UPS is no longer able to power the connected equipment.
When the utility is re-established within tolerance, the output converter will be supplied again by the input converter and
the batteries will be recharged, making them ready to support future power failures.
Figure 2: Block diagram of the LP11 924 UPS, utility present
Figure 3: Block diagram of the LP11 924 UPS, utility failure
If the output converter is unable to deliver the demanded output power because of overload or over temperature, the
automatic bypass switch will automatically transfer the load to the utility. When the situation is corrected the UPS will
switch back to normal operation, i.e. the load is transferred back to the output converter. Though the automatic bypass
switch is shown as a simple mechanical switch in figures 2-5, the transfers are done electronically, without any
interruption of the power supplied to the load.
In case of a severe overload or short-circuit the magnetic bypass circuit breaker (rear panel) may trip in order to protect
the UPS. If the current is insufficiently high to trip the breaker, the UPS will be switched off by the software in order to
protect the UPS and connected equipment.
Figure 4: Bypass operation: Automatic bypass
If a power failure occurs during bypass operation, load power may be lost. If the UPS functions under overload conditions it
may not be able to protect the load.
3.5 - MANUAL BYPASS SWITCH (SERVICE SWITCH)
The system can be bypassed manually using the manual bypass switch located at the rear panel. It is a two-position
switch: the normal position is '1': as in figures 2-4. Position '2' is the service position: the load is directly connected to the
utility input. This way maintenance of the UPS is possible without interruption of the power supplied to the load.
Refer service to qualified personnel only. See section 1.3 for further details.
The RFI filters and output transformer are always active.
Move the UPS and battery cabinet in its original package to the final destination room using a pallet truck or forklift.
CAUTION
During transport, pay attention to:
CAUTION
Check for sufficient floor and elevation loading capacity.
Transport the UPS only in upright position.
Do not stack other package on top
4.2 - UNPACKING
UPS: Cut the two wrapping bands, and remove the shipping box. Loosen the four bolts with which the UPS is fixed to the
pallet. Remove the UPS from the pallet.
Batterycabinet: Open the wooden packing around the battery cabinet and remove the shipping box. Loosen the bolts with
which the battery cabinet is fixed to the pallet. Remove the battery cabinet from the pallet.
WARNING!
Pay attention to the HEAVY WEIGHT of the UPS and battery cabinet while unloading from the pallet!
Never try to lift them by yourself!
Immediately after unpacking carefully check the integrity of the UPS and battery cabinet. In case you note recognizable
damage,
• notify the carrier and place of purchase
• contact the nearest GE Service Center.
WARNING! In case of recognizable damage:
DO NOT connect any voltage to the unit
DO NOT put the unit into operation
The UPS is equipped with castors, which allow easy displacement of the unit. Please take appropriate measures to avoid
damage on vulnerable floors.
Recycle the packing material in compliance with all applicable regulations.
4.3 - PACKAGE CONTENTS
The standard package includes:
• UPS
• CD-ROM,
• RS232 cable,
• Insertion Bridge for connecting I/O terminal blocks
• Safety guide and
• This manual.
If the UPS is equipped with an RPA plug-in card (Redundant Parallel Architecture, right option slot at the rear of the unit)
the shipping box also contains:
• This UPS and Battery Cabinet are intended to be used in a controlled indoor environment and free of conductive
contaminants and protected against animal intrusion.
• Check for sufficient floor loading capacity.
• Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near heat sources.
• It is important that the unit has adequate ventilation. Maintain air movement around and through the unit. Do not
block the air vents.
• The unit must be placed in a sufficiently ventilated area; the ambient temperature for UPS should be in the range of 0
to +40°C (32°F to 104°F). For battery the temperature range should be 20 to 30°C (68°F to 86°F). The battery backup
time will not be optimum outside this temperature range.
• Do not install the UPS in an excessively humid environment or near water.
• Avoid spilling liquids or dropping any foreign object into the UPS.
NOTE
Refer to table 7 for minimum clearance around the UPS for proper ventilation.
4.5 – INSTALLATION
NOTE
The UPS may only be installed by qualified and skilled personnel.
Refer to section 1.3 for further details.
CAUTION
Make sure that condensation does not occur as a result of a relatively low temperature of the unit.
Especially if transport took place at sub-zero temperatures, allow the unit to warm up before installation
and starting up.
• When installing the UPS strictly observe all information on technical data and operating conditions. Comply with all
warnings, and strictly follow the procedures and practices as described in this manual.
• Do not touch electronic components. They may be electrostatic sensitive and are for that reason easily damaged due
to improper handling.
• To avoid potential health risks, electrical components should not be mechanically damaged or destroyed.
NOTE
Before making any connection and switching on the LP11 924 UPS, check the following conditions.
• The voltage and frequency of your utility supply is 120/208/240/277 Vac and 50 or 60 Hz.
• Make sure that the UPS is wired for the present utility voltage. This is indicated on the packaging of the UPS, as well as
at the I/O terminals (11 in Fig.19).
• Make sure that the total power requirement of the equipment to be protected does not exceed the rated output
power of the UPS (output power for your unit is indicated on the rating label on the rear panel).
• When using the 120V split phase outputs make sure that the load per 120V output does not exceed half the rating.
• Overcurrent protection for the AC circuit is to be provided by others.
NOTE
To reduce the risk of fire, only connect to a circuit input/output provided with branch circuit overcurrent
protection in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI / NFPA 70, as indicated below:
• The UPS must be grounded when in use: Connect the UPS to a single phase, three wire AC source equipped with an
earth connection.
• Use insulated copper input and output wiring, rated 90°C derated to 40°C, wire size based on the ampacities given in
Tables 310-16 of the National Electrical code, ANSI/NFPA 70-2008.
This wiring shall have the following minimum sizes:
The LP11 924 UPS is capable of taking four input voltage (120V, 208V, 240V and 277V). The required input voltage should
be mentioned at the time of ordering. According to the order the unit will be equipped with right input voltage. For any
input voltage the UPS can be configured to give any one of the output voltages (120V, 208V, 220V, 230V, 240V, 277V).
Before starting the installation UPS must be fixed to the floor as shown in Fig.6a. Mount the levelers in position A to fix the
UPS to the floor, position B to lift the castors from the floor.
Figure.6a. UPS rear view - Mounting positions for levelers
Loosen the screws and remove the conduit boxes (17 in
Make sure that all circuit breakers (7,8,9 in Fig.19) are in ‘off’
Lead the input/output cables through the cable inlet. If the
cables come from below (recommended for 10kVA models),
you can rotate the cable inlet 90 degrees. Connect the input
b in Fig.20). Connect the output
wires to the output terminals (11a in Fig.19). Please refer to
(input) and 4.5.3 (output) for detailed
install the cover plate (11 in Fig.19), conduit boxes (17 in
An emergency shutdown switch can be connected to
connector J3 on the RS232/Contact Interface Card, between
For advanced communication possibilities, the RS232/contact
ort (12a) can be connected to a computer system.
in cards: SNMP Card or Relay Card. See sections 6.3 and
card (Redundant Parallel Architecture). If the card is
alone, a bus
parallel system, see sections 4.5.6 and 7.3 for more
If hardware modifications were necessary in step 5 because
different from the default (277Vac),
software modifications should be performed as well. Proceed
Figure 6b. LP11 924 6&10 kVA
see 4.5.6 / 7.3
3
5
7 8 9
2
4.5.1.1 - INSTALLATION PROCEDURE: INPUT VOLTAGE 120VAC OR 277VAC, OUTPUT VOLTAGE 120/208/220/230/240/277VAC.
If the input voltage is 120V/277V, then the input cables are connected to the input terminals of bottom transformer
cabinet (11b in Fig.20). For external battery pack installation please proceed with section 4.5.5.
If 2 parallel operating units will be installed, please proceed with section 4.5.6.
6
1 – 2 BATTERY
DISCONNECTED
3 – 4 EMERGENCY
SHUTDOWN
2. Loosen the screws and remove the metal access c
Fig.20) to get access to the breakers.
3.
Fig.20) and the cover plate (11 in Fig.19).
4.
position (down). Please refer to fig. 7, step 4.
5. Input/output connection:
wires to the input terminals (11
section 4.5.2.1
information.
6. ReFig.20) and access cover (20 in Fig.20).
7.
pins 3 and 4. See section 6.2 for more information.
8.
interface p
See section 6.1 for more information.
9. The middle ‘option slot’ (13 in Fig.19) allows easy installation of
plug-
6.4 for more information.
10. The right ‘option slot’ (14 in Fig.19) allows easy installation of
the RPAalready mounted, and if the unit is used as standterminator (delivered with the unit) has to be placed in one of
the two bus connectors on the card. If the unit will be part of a
13. For a quick start proceed with section 5.2 ‘Start-up’.
1. Mount the levelers: position A to fix the UPS to the floor,
Loosen the screws and remove the metal access cover (20 in
Loosen the screws and remove the conduit box (17 in Fig.19)
ll circuit breakers (7,8,9 in Fig.19) are in ‘off’
Lead the input/output cables through the cable inlet. If the
cables come from below Recommended for 10kVA model),
onnect the
(input) and 4.5.3 (output) for
install the metal cover plate (11 in Fig.19), conduit box (17
An emergency shutdown switch can be connected to
connector J3 on the RS232/Contact Interface Card, between
For advanced communication possibilities, the RS232/contact
ort (12a in Fig.19) can be connected to a computer
in cards: SNMP Card or Relay Card. See sections 6.3 and
card (Redundant Parallel Architecture). If the card is
alone, a bus
ne of
parallel system, see sections 4.5.6 and 7.3 for more
If hardware modifications were necessary in step 5 because
tages are different from the default (277Vac),
software modifications should be performed as well. Proceed
1 – 2 BATTERY
2 3 4 5 see 6.3-4
see 4.5.6 / 7.3
ON
OFF
7 8 9
10
1
4.5.1.2 - INSTALLATION PROCEDURE: INPUT VOLTAGE 208-240VAC, OUTPUT VOLTAGE 120/208/220/230/240/277VAC.
If the input voltage is 208/240V, then the input cables are connected to UPS input terminals 6,7,8 (11b in Fig.19). Hence
the bottom transformer cabinet is not required
For external battery pack installation, please proceed with section 4.5.5.
If 2 parallel operating units will be installed, please proceed with section
2.
3.
4. Make sure that a
5. Input/output connection:
position B to lift the castors from the floor.
Fig.20) to get access to the breakers.
and the metal cover plate (11 in Fig.19).
position (down).
6. Re-
7.
8.
9. The middle ‘option slot’ (13 in Fig.19) allows easy installation of
10. The right ‘option slot’ (14 in Fig.19) allows easy installation of
6
you can rotate the cable inlet 90 degrees. C
input/output wires to the I/O terminals (11a and 11b in Fig.19).
Please refer to section 4.5.2.2
detailed information.
in Fig.19) and access cover (20 in Fig.20).
pins 3 and 4. See section 6.2 for more information.
interface p
system. See section 6.1 for more information.
plug-
6.4 for more information.
the RPAalready mounted, and if the unit is used as stand-
terminator (delivered with the unit) has to be placed in o
the two bus connectors on the card. If the unit will be part of a
13. For a quick start proceed with section 5.2 ‘Start-up’.
(connect)
(park)
(connect)
4.5.2 - AVAILABLE INPUT VOLTAGES: HARDWARE MODIFICATIONS
4.5.2.1 - INPUT VOLTAGE 120VAC OR 277VAC.
1. If input voltage is 120/277VAC, the utility supply wires should be connected to input terminals provided on bottom
transformer cabinet (11b in Fig.20). The transformer will convert the utility voltage (120/227VAC) to 240VAC. This
240VAC is connected to input terminals of UPS 6, 7, 8 (11b in Fig.19).
2. The bypass tap setting should be set as 240VAC. To confirm this check the following as per fig.8 and 8a.
Blue wire A to should be connected to faston 74 (connect) on PCB part 1113-D.
3. Connect the utility supply wires to terminals L, N and GND (equipment grounding conductor). See figure 9. Ground
4. For the output voltage proceed with section 4.5.3.
2.1. Yellow wire B to should be connected to faston 72 (park) on Printed Circuit Board (PCB) part 1113-D.
connection is essential!
Bypass tap setting: 208 Volt Bypass tap changed to 240 Volt
1. Input voltage is 208Vac. In this case the bypass tap on the output transformer must be set as 208VAC. Please refer to
fig. 8 and 8a. Proceed as follows
1.1. Connect blue wire A to faston 61 (park) on Printed Circuit Board (PCB) part 1113-D.
1.2. Connect yellow wire B to faston 74 (connect) on PCB part 1113-D
1.3. Proceed with step 3.
2. Input voltage is 240Vac. In this case the bypass tap on the output transformer must be set as 240VAC. Please refer to
fig. 8 and 8a. Proceed as follows:
Connect yellow wire B to faston 72 (park) on PCB part 1113-D.
Connect blue wire A to faston 74 (connect) on PCB part 1113-D.
3. Connect the utility supply wires to terminals 6 (L1), 7 (L2) and 8 (equipment grounding conductor). See figure 10.
Ground connection is essential!
If a neutral wire is part of the site wiring provided, we suggest isolating this wire for future use or other applications.
4.5.3 - AVAILABLE OUTPUT VOLTAGES: HARDWARE MODIFICATIONS
The following output voltages are available: 120, 208, 220, 230, 240, 277 Vac. An insertion bridge is placed between
terminals 2 and 3. An extra insertion bridge was delivered with the unit (in a plastic bag) to enable other output voltages.
4.5.3.1 – OUTPUT VOLTAGE 277VAC
The off-factory setting is 277VAC; make sure the following steps are implemented:
1. An insertion bridge is placed between terminals 2 and 3.
2. The output tap is set at 277VAC: Please refer to fig.11 and 11a and check the following.
White wire W is connected to faston 67 (connect) on Printed Circuit Board (PCB) part 1113-C Brown wire F is connected to faston 65 (park) on PCB part 1113-C Yellow wire L is connected to faston 66 (park) on PCB part 1113-C
3. Connect the output wires to the terminals 1 (L1) and 4 (L2) and ground wire to terminal 5. Ground connection is
essential! See figure 11b.
4. Return to either section 4.5.1.1 step 5 or section 4.5.1.2 step 5. Pay special attention to step 11 in these sections,
i.e. do not forget to modify the display software as described in section 4.5.4.
Output tap changed to 208 Volt Output tap changed to 240 Volt
1. The factory setting of the output tap (277Vac) has to be changed to 240Vac. Follow the procedure as described in
section 4.5.3.3 steps 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3.
2. Remove the insertion bridge between terminals 2 and 3.
3. Place this insertion bridge between terminal 1 and 2.
4. Place the extra insertion bridge (delivered with the unit) between terminals 3 and 4.
5. Connect the load wires between connectors 1 (or 2) and 3 (or 4).
For 10kVA units: If the lug/terminal does not allow to install two wires (i.e. load wire and insertion bridge) in one
terminal, proceed with step 8.
6. Connect the ground wire to terminal 5. Ground connection is essential!
7. Return to either section 4.5.1.1 step 5 or section 4.5.1.2 step 5. Pay special attention to step 11 in these sections, i.e. do
not forget to modify the display software as described in section 4.5.4.
by completing the following procedure you realize that the values shown in the LCD correspond with the
actual input/output voltages:
1. Switch on the circuit breakers 'utility' (8 in Fig.19) and 'bypass' (9 in Fig.19) (see also section 5.2, step 1-2)
2. Go to the set-up menu. See section 5.4.4 ‘Set-up Menu’
SETUP SCREENS
ENTER/RESET exit
3. Using the push-buttons 'up' and 'down' you can scroll through the several set-up screens. 'Enter/Reset' confirms the
screen choice. Go to the set-up screen 'INPUT VOLTAGE'.
INPUT VOLTAGE
277V
4. Here you can change the input voltage to the desired value for example 120 Volt. The value of the input voltage blinks.
Scroll through its settings by using the push-buttons 'up' and 'down', the new setting is confirmed by pressing
'Enter/Reset'.
INPUT VOLTAGE
CHANGE TO 120V
5. Go to the set-up screen 'OUTPUT VOLTAGE'.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
277V
6. Here you can change the output voltage to the desired value for example 120 Volt. The value of the input voltage
blinks. Scroll through its settings by using the push-buttons 'up' and 'down', the new setting is confirmed by pressing
'Enter/Reset'.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
CHANGE TO 120V
7. To return to the default screen scroll to the set-up screens first and press 'Enter/Reset'. You can also wait 20 seconds:
the time-out period of no key activity.
8. You can now proceed with section 5.1 or section 5.2.
The LP11 924 UPS is supplied with an external battery cabinet (24 in Fig.21). The battery cabinet should be wired before
connecting to UPS. Open the front and rear covers of the battery cabinet. Connect the batteries as shown in figure 16a.
WARNING! Batteries contain large amount of energy stored in them
DO NOT short the batteries while connecting
Only authorized person should do the battery wiring
All the required hardware and cables are supplied along the battery cabinet in a separate box. Make sure the MCBs (22 in
Fig.21) are in OFF position (down) before connecting. Connect the positive and negative ends of the battery string to the
MCB(22 in Fig.21) as shown in figure 16a.
Figure 16a. Battery cabinet wiring
Two glands (19 in Fig.21) and one 3-core battery cable (21 in Fig.21) will be supplied along with UPS. Remove the
knockout provided on the front bottom of the battery cabinet. Fix one gland into this opening and take the battery
cable through it. Connect positive (Red), Negative (Black) to the MCBs. Connect the earth wire (green) to the earth
terminal block (23 in Fig.21).
The battery cabinet can be connected to the DC connector (15 in Fig.19) at the rear panel of the UPS. Be sure to switch off
the UPS before proceeding: make sure that the UPS can be switched off without causing damage to the load, and turn all
circuit breakers (7,8,9 in Fig.19) into ‘off’ position (down).
UPS rear panel: loosen the screws, and remove the metal
Open the DC fuse holders at the rear of the UPS (16 in Fig.19)
n Fig.19)
stall the interface card. If the contact is opened, the UPS
1
3
4 5 6
1.
access cover (20 in Fig.20).
2.
and make sure that the fuses have been removed.
3. Loosen the screws, and remove the cover plate (11 i
and conduit box (17 in Fig.19).
WARNING
The battery voltage is 240Vdc and is NOT
isolated from the utility
2
4. Break out the indicated part of the conduit box, fix the gland
(19 in Fig.21) of the battery cable in this opening.
5. Connect the DC connector of the battery cable (15a in Fig.19)
to the DC socket of the UPS (15 in Fig.19). Make sure that the
colours match. You will hear a click when the cable is
properly installed.
6 Put back the fuses into the DC fuse holder (16 in Fig.19) and
re-install the cover plate,access cover and conduit box.
7. If desired a ‘battery disconnected’ alarm device can be
installed. Make sure that the UPS is switched off, and
disassemble the RS232/Contact Interface Card (12 in Fig.19)
from the unit. If the card is removed during normal operation
the UPS will shut down!
Remove the wire from connector J3 (pin 1 and 2). Install the
wiring of a normally closed contact (e.g. an auxiliary contact
of a circuit breaker from battery cabinet) to pin 1 and 2. Rein
will generate an ‘EXTERNAL BATTERY FUSE FAILURE’. See
section 5.4.2 for more information.
4.5.6 – OPERATING 2 / 3 / 4 PARALLEL UNITS – ADDITIONAL INFO
You may skip this paragraph and proceed with chapter 5 if your UPS will operate as a stand-alone unit.
The RPA option (Redundant Parallel Architecture) allows you to create a redundant UPS system in which 2, 3 or 4 UPS
units operate in parallel.
All additional information required for parallel systems is gathered here, in three sections:
- installation (4.5.6.1)
- start-up (4.5.6.2)
- use / maintenance (4.5.6.3)
4.5.6.1 - NOTES CONCERNING INSTALLATION OF A PARALLEL SYSTEM
1. All inputs of the UPSs must be supplied from the same phase. This is to enable bypass operation of the parallel system.
All inputs must be individually protected by fuses in the installation. The values of these fuses should correspond to
the values mentioned in section 4.5 table 1.
2. All outputs must be connected together, supplying the load. It is advised to install switches (S 1-2, fig. 17) in the output
wiring, in order to be able to isolate a unit from the remaining system for service and maintenance purposes. It is
advised to make a Neutral-to-Ground bounding in the output junction.
3. The diameter of input and output cables must be according to the table in the installation drawings (see appendix).
Cables with different diameters can cause tripping fuses in the UPS and/or the installation.
4. The length of all input cables from the input junction (Li, fig. 17) to the UPS inputs should be made as equal as possible
(20% tolerance is allowed). The same applies to the cables from the outputs to the output junction (Lo, fig. 17). The
minimum length of the input as well as the output cables is 3 meters / 10 feet.
Figure 17. Installation of parallel operating UPSs
5. The right option slot (14 in Fig.19) at the rear of the unit contains the RPA-card. Before the parallel system can be put
into operation a unique number has to be appointed to each UPS in the system. This can be 0 or 1. Give 0 for the first
unit and 1 for second unit.
- loosen the screws, remove the RPA-card
- set the dipswitch to the appointed number (fig. 18)
- re-install the RPA-card, fasten the screws.
Do NOT install the network cables between the RPA-cards of the units yet!
DIP switches
Rear view of the UPS
RPA Card
Figure 18. Appointing a unique number to each UPS in the system on the RPA card
6. In the UPS many parameters can be set. It is advised to keep the same setting for each parameter in each UPS in the
parallel system. In any case the following parameters are critical and should have equal settings:
- auto restart (on/off, see section 5.4.3)
- output voltage (120/208/220/230/240/277Vac, see section 5.4.4)
- output frequency (50/60 Hz, see section 5.4.4)
It is absolutely required that these parameters are set to the same value. If you’re not sure that the units have equal
settings:
- make sure that the RPA-cards of the units have not been interconnected yet
- make sure that utility power is connected to the UPS
- start each unit individually (see section 5.2), check / change the parameters, and switch the unit off again.
7. Interconnect the RPA-cards of the units, using the network cable that factory supplied. See figure 17 (dotted line). Only
install the cables that were delivered with the UPSs! On the first and the last UPS in the system only one RPA-socket is
used to interconnect the UPSs. A bus terminator must be placed in the other (free) RPA-socket. The required bus
terminators have been delivered with the unit.
4.5.6.2 - NOTES CONCERNING STARTING UP THE PARALLEL SYSTEM
For starting up the system please refer to section 5.2.
After switching on all units the LP11 924 UPSs will show the following display:
AUTORESTART OFF
PRESS ENTER
After pressing the ‘Enter/Reset’ button on one of the units the system will start up. All units will display the standard screen.
The number in the lower right corner indicates the number of the UPS in the system.
LP 6-11U 924
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If the parameters mentioned in section 4.5.6.1 step 6 are not set to the same value the UPS will display the following
screen after start-up:
AUTORESTART OFF
SETTING MISMATCH
In this case check and correct the setting of the parameters as mentioned in section 4.5.6.1, step 6.
4.5.6.3 - NOTES CONCERNING USE / MAINTENANCE OF A PARALLEL SYSTEM
ECO-mode:
If UPS are operating in parallel, the ECO-mode feature is not available.
No-load shutdown:
If UPS are operating in parallel, the no-load shutdown function is not available.
Manual bypass:
CAUTION
If you want to switch one of the UPSs to bypass operation using the manual bypass switch (switch is
turned into position ‘2’) then all UPSs in the parallel system have to be switched to bypass operation in
order to prevent damage.
Shutdown and maintenance:
NOTE
Refer maintenance to qualified and skilled personnel only.
Refer to section 1.3 for further details.
Determine whether UPS # will
- just be electrically isolated (procedure a) or
- physically removed (procedure b).
Procedure a: isolation of a unit (‘UPS #’) from the parallel system
1. A manual transfer to the bypass supply may be required. Ensure that on each unit of the system:
- the circuit breaker ‘bypass on/off’ (9 in figure 19) is in position 'on'
- the LCD screen shows the default screen
- the LCD screen does not show any alarm concerning bypass availability.
2. Determine whether or not the system is redundant, i.e. will the system be able to supply the current load if UPS # is
removed?
2a System is not redundant:
- turn the manual bypass switch of all units into position '2'. Proceed with step 3.
2b System is redundant:
- proceed with step 3.
3. Switch off UPS # with the on/off switch.
Switches (utility, bypass, on/off) of the remaining UPSs in the parallel system should remain in the “on” position.
4. Remove the input fuse from the input of UPS # (F1-4 in figure 17).
5. Separate the output of UPS # from the output junction (S1-4 in figure 17).
Do not disconnect the network cable(s) and/or bus terminator!
6. The unit is now electrically isolated from the parallel system.
Have maintenance work performed by qualified service personnel only.
To re-enter UPS # into the system:
1. Reinstall the input fuse F #.
2. Close switch S # to connect the output of UPS # to the output junction.
3. Turn switch ‘UPS on/off’ into position ‘on’.
4. If applicable: turn the manual bypass switches of all units back into position ‘1’.
2x16 characters, shows UPS system data, status messages, settings.
The language is selectable: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish.
Section 5.4.4 describes the selection procedure.
2-4 Push-buttons
With the button keypads ‘Down’ (2) and ‘Up’ (4) you can scroll through
the several screens, with keypad 'Enter/Reset' (3) a selection is
confirmed. Keypad activity is accompanied by a short beep. If there is
no keypad activity during 20 seconds the LCD screen will return to the
default screen (except for the service screens, see section 5.4.3).
5 LED 'operation' indicates normal operation.
6 LED ‘alarm’, indicates an alarm situation, accompanied by alarm
message(s) on the display and a sounding buzzer.
See section 5.4.2 for more information.
7 Switch ‘UPS on/off’, turns on/off the complete UPS, including the
automatic bypass!
8 Circuit breaker ‘Utility on/off’, protection fuse for utility input and
battery charger.
9 Circuit breaker ‘Bypass on/off’, fuse to protect the system in case of
severe overload or short circuit in the UPS load.
10 Manual Bypass Switch: 1 = Load on UPS
2 = Load on utility
11b
18
15 11
Figure 19 :
WARNING
In position 2, if the input line is energized, the output is also
live regardless the position of the circuit breakers ‘utility’
and ‘bypass’
11a Output terminals
11b Input terminals
12 RS232/Contact Interface Card, with:
12a - RS232 Interface Port (see section 6.1)
- Emergency shutdown (see 4.5.1 and 6.2)
- Battery disconnected, pin 1-2 (can be used for external signaling).
13 Free option slot for plug-in cards:
- Relay Card (see 6.3)
- SNMP Card (see 6.4)
14 Option slot for RPA (Redundant Parallel Architecture) Card.
The UPS contains batteries. The output terminals may be electrically live, even when the UPS is
disconnected from the utility supply. Dangerous voltages may be present during battery operation.
NOTE
The UPS can be started on battery power if the utility input voltage is not available or if circuit breaker
‘utility’ is in off-position: simply skip step 1.
To prevent accidental discharging of the batteries, it is however recommended to proceed with step 1
and start the unit only when the utility input voltage is available
The numbers between (brackets) refer to figure 19 in section 5.1.
1. Turn breaker 'utility' (8) and breaker 'bypass' (9), both on the rear panel, into position ‘on’ (up).
2. Some UPS parameters (e.g. voltage, frequency, LCD language) are user selectable. If you want to change one or more
settings, please refer to section 5.4.4 ‘Set-up Menu’ now. Changing the settings later is possible, however only after
switching off the unit.
3. Turn switch 'UPS on/off' (7 in Fig.19) into position ‘on’ (up).
The green LED 'operation' (front panel, 5) will illuminate.
After switching on the UPS performs a self-test and the display (front panel, 1) will show:
SELFTEST
IN PROGRESS
After completion of the self-test the output voltage of the UPS is available and the unit is ready for use. The display will
show the default screen: model and actual load (values are examples)
LP 6-11U 924
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In case of a system failure the self-test results in a failure message; this message is displayed for 30 seconds before the
self-test is repeated automatically. If the faulty situation persists, switch off the UPS and contact your dealer. See chapter
9 for more information.
If you start up a parallel system please refer to section 4.5.5.2 for additional information.
4. Though the batteries were fully charged when the UPS left the factory, they might have lost some energy during
transport and/or storage. It is recommended to allow the UPS to recharge the batteries for a few hours. This way you
ensure that the UPS can provide sufficient runtime in case of a utility power failure.
5. Check the position of the manual bypass switch (10 in Fig.19).
If it is in position “2”, turn it into position “1”.
6. If not yet switched on, the equipment connected to the UPS can be switched on now; operate as usual.
Once the unit is in operation, there is no need to switch the unit on/off during use.
If the manual bypass switch (10 in Fig.19) is in position '1', switching off by the on/off switch (7 in Fig.19) results in a total
absence of the output voltage (also the bypass voltage) of at least 5 secs.
If you want to shut down a unit that is part of a parallel system, please refer to section 4.5.6.3.
If you want to shut down a standalone UPS: first determine whether
- the load may be switched off (section 5.3.1) or
- the load may not be switched off (section 5.3.3).
NOTE
Refer maintenance to qualified and skilled personnel only.
Refer to section 1.3 for further details
5.3.1 - SHUTDOWN OF THE UNIT WHEN LOAD SWITCHING OFF IS ALLOWED
1. Make sure that the load has been switched off.
2. Turn the switch ‘UPS on/off’ and circuit breakers ‘utility on/off’ and ‘bypass on/off’ into position ‘off’, in any sequence.
5.3.2 - RESTART
1. Follow section 5.2 ‘Start-up’ step 1-6.
5.3.3 - SHUTDOWN OF THE UNIT WHEN LOAD SWITCHING OFF IS NOT ALLOWED
This situation requires operation of the manual bypass switch.
See sections 3.5 and 5.1 for general information on the manual bypass switch (10 in fig. 19).
1. Make sure that:
- the circuit breaker ‘bypass on/off’ (9 in Fig.19) is in position 'on'
- the LCD screen shows the default screen
- the LCD screen does not show any alarm concerning bypass availability.
2. Turn the manual bypass switch into (service) position ‘2’.
The LCD screen should show: ‘ON MANUAL BYPASS’
3. Turn the switch ‘UPS on/off’ and circuit breakers ‘utility on/off’ and ‘bypass on/off’ into position ‘off’, in any sequence.
The power supplied to the load will not be affected.
5.3.4 - RESTART
1. Follow 5.2 ‘Start-up’ step 1-6.
5.3.5 - EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN SWITCH
If an emergency shutdown switch has been installed (see section 4.5.1.1-2, step 6) the UPS will stop immediately when
the switch is opened. Restart is only possible after closing the switch and turning the UPS off and on again with the UPS
on/off switch (7 in Fig.19).
The UPS is operated via the push-buttons (fig. 19, 2-3-4) and the LCD display (front panel, 1). Furthermore the UPS can be
controlled via the RS232/contact interface port (12a in Fig.19). For more information see 6.1.
The menus on the display can be divided into 5 groups:
1 Standard screen
2 Information menu (section 5.4.1)
3 Status- and alarm menu (section 5.4.2)
4 Service menu (section 5.4.3)
5 Set-up menu (section 5.4.4)
LP 6-11U 924
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5.4.1 - INFORMATION MENU
When the default screen is displayed the first information screen can be entered by depressing the 'up' key (front panel,
4). Using the 'up' and 'down' keys (front panel, 4 and 2) you can scroll through several information screens. After the last
information screen the default screen will appear.
The screens display the following information:
INPUT LINE 277V
2.45Kw 60Hz
The standard screen shows UPS model and actual load.
Utility voltage and utility frequency, and the power delivered by the utility.
OUTPUT LINE 277V
LOAD 50% 60.0HZ
BATTERY 23°C
271V 1.9A
AUTONOMY TIME
LEFT 5:27:00
OPERATING TIME
0YEAR 29DAYS
Output voltages and output frequency, and the power delivered by the UPS (as % of
the nominal UPS rating).
The temperature near the batteries, the battery voltage and the battery current
(charging: + value, discharging: - value).
The remaining battery runtime (or autonomy) during a utility failure.
normal again. If however the UPS operates 'on battery', a shutdown will occur and
5.4.2 - STATUS AND ALARM MENU
The UPS alerts the user with a standard alarm screen that the operating mode has changed and/or that an alarm
situation occurs:
ON LINE
ALARM PRESS UP
Possible operating modes:
ON LINE The normal operating mode. For more information see section 3.2.
ON BYPASS Overload or failure situation. For more information see section 3.4.
ON BATTERY For a detailed description of this mode see section 3.3.
OUTPUT OFF No power is delivered to the load. This can be the result of a command via the RS232 Port, or
because no electric energy is available (utility failure, depleted batteries).
ON MANUAL BYPASSService mode. For more information see section 3.5.
Depressing the 'up’ key from the standard alarm screen shows, in priority order, which alarms are active,. Scroll through the
screens with the 'up' and 'down' keys. Alarm message texts can succeed each other. The following messages are possible:
LOADnotPROTECTED
CAP. C2 DEFECT
The actual operating mode, the possible modes are mentioned below. The lower line -if
displayed- shows that an alarm occurred. More information can be retrieved with the
'up' key. If no further information is available, the second line is blank.
The output capacitor C2 is defective. Contact your GE Authorized Service.
UPS OVERLOADED
REDUCE LOAD
UPS OVERLOADED
LOAD 143%
LOADnotPROTECTED
TEMP TOO HIGH
The load exceeds the rated output power of the UPS, and the output voltage can no
longer be guaranteed. This text alternates with the following screen:
showing the actual load as % of the nominal UPS rating. These messages are
displayed if the load is > 100%.
If the load exceeds 150% the UPS will immediately switch to bypass, assuming that
the conditions for a transfer to bypass are fulfilled. If an overload condition between
100-150% persists, the UPS can eventually also switch to bypass operation due to
temperature protection. If a transfer to bypass is inhibited (due to voltage or frequency
errors of the utility supply) the UPS may automatically switch off within a few seconds
(load dependent). Output power is lost at that moment. To avoid these problems, be
absolutely certain that the power demands of the protected equipment are within the
limits of the UPS.
The temperature of the heatsinks or output transformer is too high. As a result the
output voltage may be transferred to bypass.
The operating temperature can rise to intolerable levels as a result of:
•
extreme environmental temperature
•
lack of proper ventilation
•
an overload situation
•
fan failure
If the UPS operates in 'on line' mode, it will switch to bypass until the temperature is
The internal DC voltage is too high, internal failure.
The output voltage of the battery charger is too high, internal failure.
The battery temperature is too high due to a battery failure or a too high ambient
temperature.
BATTERY CHARGERY
NO FLOAT
CAPACITOR C1
CAPACITY LOW
After 24 hours of charging time, the battery voltage did not reach the normal float
voltage. This may be caused by faulty batteries, too many battery packs connected or
a charger fault.
The main DC-capacitor needs replacement due to aging or failure.
LOADnotPROTECTED
INVERTER OFF
LOADnotPROTECTED
BATTERY DEPLETED
LOADnotPROTECTED
BATTERY LOW
UPS SHOUTDOWN
LEFT 2 MINUTES
BYPASS ERROR
FUSE FAILURE
INPUT ERROR
FUSE FAILURE
Due to a failure the output converter's output is not available. As a result the load may
have been transferred to bypass.
The remaining runtime is zero. As a result the load may have been transferred to
bypass.
The remaining run time is less than the set time (standard 2 minutes). This text
alternates with the following screen:
The output voltage can be lost after the indicated time due to discharged battery.
Controlled shutdown of any computer equipment is absolutely necessary at this point.
(Using the RS232 or SNMP communications interface, this procedure can be initiated
automatically on unattended systems). If the UPS operates at 100% load, the
shutdown procedure should be completed within 2 minutes after the 'battery low'
alarm started. When the batteries are fully discharged, the UPS is no longer able to
power the connected equipment.
The static bypass circuit breaker (rear panel, 9) is in 'off' (down position): no bypass
voltage available. Utility voltage is available. If not manually operated, this may have
been caused by an overload situation.
The utility circuit breaker (rear panel, 8) is in the 'off' (down position): no line voltage
available, bypass voltage is available. If not manually operated, this may have been
caused by an internal system failure.
The internal battery fuse is defective; this may have been caused by an internal system
failure. This alarm also appears if no batteries are installed.
The external battery has been disconnected from the system: its energy reserve is not
available. See section 4.5.5 step 7 for details.
The batteries are (almost) chemically worn out. If the batteries are aged, they must be
replaced as soon as possible to ensure full protection for your equipment (see section 8.4).
The utility voltage and/or utility frequency are outside UPS input tolerance (see chapter
10, specifications).
The utility voltage and/or utility frequency are outside bypass input tolerance but
inside UPS (rectifier) input tolerance (see chapter 10, specifications). Bypass operation
is inhibited: if for whatever reason the output converter is unable to deliver the
required output, output power is lost.
INPUT AND OUTPUT
NOT SYNCHRONIZED
The output converter frequency is not synchronized to the utility (input) frequency. In this
situation the automatic bypass switch is not able to transfer the load from output
converter to bypass and reverse: automatic bypass operation is inhibited: if for whatever
reason the output converter is unable to deliver the required output, output power is lost.
(see section 3.5).
Synchronization is only possible if the utility frequency remains within certain limits
BATTERY RUNTIME
LEFT: 0:09:41
OUTPUT OFF
NO INPUT POWER
PROG. SHUTDOWN
WITHIN 0:09:17
PROG. SHUTDOWN
LEFT 0:14:03
SHUTDOWN
ALARM PRESS U
IMMEDIATE
SHUTDOWN
(see chapter 10).
The remaining runtime. This figure is counted down during battery operation until
either the utility returns or the batteries are depleted.
The output is switched off due to a faulty situation, indicated by the second line.
The output will be switched off by a remote command (RS232/SNMP). The second line
indicates the time until shutdown.
The output is switched off by a remote command (RS232/SNMP). The second line
indicates the time until wake-up.
The output is switched off by the 'no-load shutdown' feature: no input voltage and
load <2%. If the input voltage is restored, the output will be available again. See also
section 5.6.1.
The wire on connector J3 pin 3-4 (rear panel, plug-in card –12 in Fig.19) is interrupted.
The output is no longer available. To restart the unit, restore the connection and turn
the on/off switch (7 in Fig.19) off and on again.
5.4.3 - SERVICE MENU
When the default screen is displayed you can enter the first service screen by depressing the keys 'down' (2) and 'Enter/Reset' (3)
simultaneously for approx. 1 second. Using the 'up' (4) and 'down' (2) keys you can scroll through several service screens.
SERVICE SCREENS
ENTER exit
The intro service screen. 'Enter/Reset' returns to the default screen.
Release number of the installed software and production code of the UPS.
Service information about fan speed (min. 10, max. 30) and internal DC voltage.
Service information on internal temperature levels, values in mV over the temperature
sensors.
First line: service information on charger. ‘1’ = batteries have reached float voltage.
Second line: service information on output converter.
TSTAMP Q4
6028773 1
FREQ RANGE: 2%
NO LOAD : 1
QUICK BATTERY
TEST PRESS ENTER
CALIBRATE BAT
PRESS DOWN+ENTER
PF1 THYRISTOR 1
BATT.THYRISTOR 0
VSS THYRISTOR 1
PF1. CONVERTER 0
BAT CHARGER 1
INVERTER 0
LAST TEST TIME
0:00:00
Service information on internal timer.
Frequency tracking range: output converter frequency will follow the bypass frequency
within these limits before returning to its own internal frequency. Standard setting:
nominal ±2%. Can be changed into nominal ±4% or ±6%. See 5.4.4 Set-up Menu.
No-load shutdown: after a 10 minutes delay the UPS will shut down during utility
failure if the load is < 2%. It will restart after the utility returns or when the unit is
switched off and on again.
Default setting = 1 (active). For disabling this feature see 5.4.4.
Start of the manual Quick Battery Test.
See for more information section 5.5.2 'Quick Battery Test'
Start of the manual Deep Battery Calibration Test.
See for more information sections 5.5.3 'Deep Battery Calibration Test'.
Service information on internal UPS components.
Service information on internal UPS components.
Service information on internal UPS components
Batt.Charger: 0 = off, 1 = float charging; 2 = top charge, 3 = boost charging,
4 = maintenance charge
Duration of latest test performed, hh/mm/ss.
FORCE BYPASS
Press DOWN+ENTER
AUTOMATIC BYPASS
ENABLED
BATTERY 76Ah
BAT. CHARGER 86%
PLL LOCK SPEED
NORMAL
The UPS transfers the load to bypass when the keys 'down' (2) and 'Enter/Reset' (3) on
the front panel are depressed simultaneously for approx. 1 second. If the bypass
supply is not within limits, the lower line will show the text 'UNAVAILABLE'.
Service set-up information whether the bypass is enabled (default) or disabled. If disabled:
UPS will NOT go to bypass. For disabling the bypass refer to the set-up menu (5.4.4).
Service set-up information about the total battery capacity. Information about the
actual battery charge condition. For changing the programmed battery capacity refer
to the set-up menu (5.4.4).
Service set-up information about frequency tracking speed for the inverter to follow
the bypass frequency, LOW (1Hz/sec.) is the normal value and default. HIGH (5Hz/sec.)
may be suitable if the UPS is connected to a generator with fast frequency changes
and the UPS must be synchronized to prevent alarms. For changing the lock speed
refer to the set-up menu (5.4.4).
Service set-up information about the ECO-mode. By pressing ‘Enter/Reset’ the ECO-mode
can be enabled or disabled, depending on the actual status. In this way the load will be
supplied by way of the electronic bypass. If the ECO-mode is disabled the load will be
supplied by the inverter. See also 5.6.5. If RPA used, ECO mode must be set to “Disabled”
Service set-up information about the auto restart function. This function can be
switched on or off by pressing ‘Enter/Reset’, depending on the actual status. See also
4.5.6.1 step 6.
5.4.4 - SET-UP MENU
To enter the set-up menu:
1. Be sure the UPS is switched off.
2. Press push-button 'Enter/Reset' (front panel) and then turn switch ‘UPS on/off’ (rear panel) into position ‘on’ (up). Keep
Enter/Reset pressed until set-up menu appears.
Using push-buttons 'up' and 'down' you can scroll through the several set-up screens, 'Enter/Reset' confirms a screen
choice. After selecting a set-up screen you can scroll through its settings using the push-buttons 'up' and 'down', a setting
is confirmed by pressing 'Enter/Reset'. To abort the set-up procedure (i.e. without changing the setting) just wait the 20
seconds time-out period after which the default screen will return.
SETUP SCREENS
ENTER/RESET exit
Pressing ‘up’ displays the screens in the following order:.
WARNING: OUTPUT
CHANGES ON LINE
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
INPUT VOLTAGE
277V
The intro set-up screen. 'Enter/Reset' returns to the default screen. You can also wait
20 seconds: the time-out period of no key activity.
A short reminder that the new settings will be valid immediately after depressing the
‘Enter/Reset’ key.
Changes the language of the screen messages: you can select English, German,
French, Italian, Spanish.
The system input voltage: Range 120/208/240/277 Vac.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE
277V
OUTPUT FREQUENCY
60.0Hz
The system output voltage. Range: 120/208/220/230/240/277 Vac.
The system output frequency. Range: 50/60 Hz.
CAUTION
Changing of the output frequency can cause severe damage of
equipment connected to the UPS: Make sure that the new frequency is
suitable for the connected equipment.
FREQUENCE RANGE
2%
PLL LOCK SPEED
NORMAL
BATTERY CAPACITY
76Ah
The frequency tracking range (in which the output converter frequency will follow the
bypass frequency). Range: 2/4/6 %.
If the bypass frequency is beyond the setting, the output converter will return to the
fixed crystal controlled frequency.
The frequency tracking speed range (in which the output converter frequency will
follow the bypass frequency).
Range: NORMAL (1Hz/sec), HIGH (5Hz/sec).
Battery capacity. Range: 7 through 590 Ah, in 1 Ah steps. For LP 6-11U
924
battery capacity is 76Ah and for LP 10-11U
units it is 92Ah. This is set in the factory
924
units the
and should not be changed.
NOTE
If you proceed, the information about the actual battery condition (as
a result of a deep battery test) is lost. For more info see section 5.5.3
FAN CURVE
0
The fan speed. Range: 0 / 1. Proper setting optimizes the cooling capacity of the fans
installed. DO NOT READJUST! Incorrect setting may lead to reduced lifetime of the
Setting ‘YES’ means that the function is activated: the UPS will switch off during a
utility failure when the load is less than 2% of the maximum load. Range: YES/NO.
If the UPS operates in parallel the no-load shutdown function is not
available. In this case do not activate this function: its setting should
read "NO".
AUTOMATIC BYPASS
ENABLED
SERVICE WARNING
DISABLED
Controls functioning of the automatic bypass switch. Range: ENABLED/DISABLED. If
the UPS is used as a frequency converter you may change the setting to ‘DISABLED’.
Bypass operation will then be inhibited and all alarms related to ‘bypass out of limits’
are suppressed.
The system can prompt for service to a user defined schedule.
Range: 8/12/16/20/24/28 months or DISABLED. To reset the timer: fi
“DISABLED” and subsequently set a new alarm interval.
5.5 - TEST SCREENS
These screens show the test procedure, either started from the service menu (front panel keys) or via the UPS monitoring
software (RS232/SNMP). The upper line indicates the kind of test, the second line its status.
Upper lines: second line:
GENERAL SYSTEM
QUICK BATTERY
CALIBRATE BAT
BYPASS
TEST FAILED the test has not been completed successfully
5.5.1 - BATTERY TEST, GENERAL
Automatic test: Every 500 operating hours the UPS conducts automatic battery tests to ensure that the batteries and the
wiring are able to support power failures. The tests do not cause any interruption in the functioning of the unit.
Manual test: A manual battery test can be activated
- either through an interface kit, via the RS232 or SNMP Interface Port (please refer to the manual of your
- or via the front panel: see below
5.5.2 - QUICK BATTERY TEST
From the standard menu first enter the service menu (press the 'down' and 'Enter/Reset' keys simultaneously, then press
the 'down' key until the following screen appears:
TEST START the test will start soon TEST ACTIVATED the test is running TEST SUCCESFUL the test has been completed successfully
interface package),
QUICK BATTERY
TEST PRESS ENTER
QUICK BATTERY
TEST START
The ‘Enter/Reset’ key confirms the selection, and the screen shows:
The test status (indicated by the second line) can be:
TEST ACTIVATED = testing
TEST SUCCESFUL = battery has been tested with positive result
TEST FAILED = the batteries should be replaced
NOT AVAILABLE = battery capacity too low to start the test
If the batteries are dangerously close to being worn out, a low priority alarm 'replace battery' will be generated. The
batteries must be replaced as soon as possible (see section 8.4).
NOTE
If the manual test is started immediately after installation or after a power failure, the UPS may generate
a false 'replace battery' alarm as the batteries have been (partly) discharged during transport/storage or
during the power failure.
5.5.3 - DEEP BATTERY TEST
The runtime as shown on the LCD screen is calculated, and the value is initially based on the capacity of new batteries. As
batteries age, their capacity deteriorates, and as a result the initial battery capacity may be too unreliable for a proper
runtime prediction. The UPS is able to keep track of the aging process, if a 'deep battery test' (battery calibration test) is
executed regularly. During such a test the condition of the batteries is tested, and the result of the test is stored, and used
by the UPS system for future runtime calculations.
We advise performing a deep battery test on a regular basis. For accuracy reasons the interval should depend on the
number of discharges. With one discharge per month a 6 month interval is sufficient. If the discharge interval is shorter
than once a week a monthly deep battery test is advised.
A deep battery test can be started only if the following conditions are met:
- The load should be more than 30% of nominal load
- The batteries should be fully charged (100% on screen)
- There are no alarms at the time the test is started.
Procedure:
From the standard menu first enter the service menu (press the 'down' and 'Enter/Reset' keys simultaneously for 2
seconds). Subsequently press the 'down' key until the following screen appears:
CALIBRATE BAT
Press DOWN+ENTER
Press the keys ‘down’ (2) + 'Enter/Reset' (3) simultaneously, for at least 1 second.
The following screen appears:
CALIBRATE BAT
TEST ACTIVATED
The test is executed, this may take a few minutes with standard battery and full load. Partial load and/or batt. extension
packs can lengthen the test period considerably. Do not change the load during the test, i.e. do not switch off or on
connected equipment!
The deep battery test discharges the batteries to 'battery low' alarm level (see section 5.4.2 'battery low'). Please note that
immediately after a deep battery test the expected run time is very short: allow the UPS to recharge its batteries.
After the test the second line informs about the result:
TEST SUCCESFUL = The test has been completed successfully
TEST FAILED = The test could not be executed properly: not all test conditions were fulfilled. The UPS
system was not informed about the actual battery condition!
During the sleep period the output voltage is no longer available. LED 'operation'
5.6 - OTHER FEATURES
5.6.1 - SHUTDOWN
'Remote shutdown': Using communication capabilities, the computer can direct the UPS to turn itself off following
controlled shutdown of the system. Subsequently the UPS will remain off for at least a few seconds (see also 6.1). LED
'operation' will blink green. The unit will start up again as soon as the utility returns.
'No-load shutdown': The UPS will also switch off if the load is < 2% of the maximum load, and the input is absent for more
than 10 minutes. For more information see section 5.4.2, message 'SHUTDOWN ALARM'.
NOTE: If the UPS operates in parallel, the no-load function is not available.
'Emergency shutdown': for more information see section 5.4.2, message 'IMMEDIATE SHUTDOWN'.
5.6.2 - UTILITY START
The UPS is able to start, even if the batteries are not connected. Alarm messages 'BATTERY FUSE FAILURE' and 'BATTERY
DEPLETED' will be shown. The run time is zero.
5.6.3 - SLEEP AND WAKE-UP
GE Digital Energy UPS monitoring software allows you to program a 'sleep period' of the UPS by sending two commands
to the UPS:
- shut down after # minutes, and subsequently:
- shut down during # hours.
After the first command the following screen appears:
PROG. SHUTDOWN
WITHIN 0:09:17
blinks green, and the LCD screen shows the time left until restart:
PROG. SHUTDOWN
LEFT 0:14:03
If a utility failure occurs during the sleep period and the battery voltage eventually
drops below 200Vdc, the UPS will automatically switch off in order to save battery
power. When the main returns the UPS will start up automatically. The programmed
sleep time however is lost.
The sleep period can be cancelled by either turning the UPS ON/OFF switch (6) off for a
few seconds or by sending the appropriate command via the RS232/SNMP port.
5.6.4 - OVERLOAD PROTECTION IN BYPASS MODE
The UPS will protect itself in case of overload. Upon an overload which is caused by abnormal circumstances the UPS will
switch to bypass operation, and subsequently the bypass input fuse on the rear panel will trip. The capacity of the bypass
fuse allows it to handle the inrush currents of the equipment connected to the UPS. The fuse will only trip after more than
an hour at a bypass current of 40Amp (6kVA) or 63Amp (10kVA).
In order to protect the UPS system the software will cut off the abnormal current:
in 10 minutes: in 1 minute:
6kVA: 36Amp 49Amp
10kVA: 70Amp 81Amp
Between 36-49Amp (6kVA)
distribution fuse slow blow type between UPS input and the utility supply. Please refer to the installation drawing in the
appendix.
70-81Amp (10kVA) the time is inversely proportional to the input current. We advise to place a
The UPS is equipped with the ‘ECO-mode’ feature. If the feature is enabled, the load is operated on utility through the
electronic bypass switch. If the utility is interrupted or out of limits the load is automatically transferred to the inverter.
Operating the load on utility improves the efficiency of the UPS with 5-8% and saves on energy costs. In case of unstable
utility there will be many transfers between double conversion mode and ECO mode. We advise not to use the ECO-mode
in case of an unstable utility.
After enabling the ECO-mode (please refer to service screens section 5.4.3) the standard menu changes to:
LP 6-11U 924
LOAD 37% ECO
NOTE
If the UPS operates in parallel the ECO-mode feature is disabled.
5.6.6 - AUTO RESTART
If this feature is enabled and the unit has shut down (e.g. due to overload) the UPS will start up automatically when the
normal situation is restored. The off-factory setting is: enabled.
If the auto restart feature is disabled the unit will not automatically restart when the normal situation is restored but the
display will show:
AUTO RESTART OFF
PRESS ENTER
After ‘Enter’ the unit will restart. See also section 5.4.3 ‘service screens’.
5.6.7 - SUPERIOR BATTERY MANAGEMENT
Load dependent battery-end voltage:
The allowable final battery voltage depends on the discharge current: the higher the current, the lower the 'end-ofdischarge' battery voltage. This gives maximum capacity without over discharging. Over discharging results in failure to
recover normal capacity and in shortened battery life.
Equalize mode:
When switched on for the first time the UPS will start boost-charging the batteries for 15 hours in order to equalize all
battery voltages.
Boost mode:
If after a discharge the battery voltage is lower than 240Vdc, the UPS will charge the batteries with a boost charge
voltage of 285Vdc. This enables fast recharging of the batteries. The programmed battery charging mode will change
from boost charge into float charge after boost charging twice.
Temperature compensated battery charging:
This feature reduces the battery charge voltage with increasing temperature (-18mV/°C or -32.4mV/°F per 12V battery).
As a result poor charging of the batteries under low temperature conditions and overcharging of the batteries under high
temperature conditions are prevented.
The UPS is equipped with 3 ‘option slots’ (12-14 in Fig.19). In the most left slot (12 in Fig.19) an RS232/contact interface
card is factory installed. See section 5.1. In the middle slot (13 in Fig.19) additional Relay or SNMP plug-in Cards can be
installed. The most right slot (14 in Fig.19) allows easy installation of an RPA plug–in Card (Redundant Parallel Operation).
6.1 - RS232 / CONTACT INTERFACE
The RS232/Contact interface (9-pole, sub D, rear panel, 12a in Fig.19) enables advanced communication between the UPS
and e.g. a personal computer. An interface kit (cable and software) is delivered with the UPS. The software supports most
common operating systems incl. Novell, UNIX, VMS, Windows - 95/98/2000/XP/Vista/7 - NT, IBM OS/2, LINUX, has a modular
and layered architecture and works for all degrees of network complexity: stand-alone, multi-vendor networks and large
managed networks.
During a power failure the UPS software takes a number of actions: processes are stopped, open files are closed and
unattended systems will be shut down in a controlled way. When the utility power returns, the systems will automatically
start up and will be up and running as soon as possible.
For specific information on GE Digital Energy connectivity products please contact your dealer or internet:
www.gepowerquality.com.
Pin # Function
1 Battery low
2 Serial data out
3 Serial data in / UPS shutdown
4 Not used
5 Common
6 Bypass active
7 Plug&Play / RTS
8 Utility failure
9 General alarm
contact interface: Max 48V / 30mA
Fig. 22: RS232 / contact interface
6.2 - EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN
The emergency shutdown connector is located on the RS232/contact interface card (12 in Fig.19). Be sure that the UPS is
switched off, and remove the card from the unit*. Remove the wire from connector J3 (pin 3 and 4). Install the wiring of a
normally closed contact to connector J3 (pin 3 and 4). Re-install the RS232 interface card. If during normal operation of
the UPS the contact is opened, the UPS will shut down. To restart the unit, restore the connection and turn the UPS off
and on again.
* If the card is removed during normal operation the UPS will shut down.
6.3 - RELAY CARD (OPTIONAL)
The relay plug-in card can be installed in the middle option slot (13 in Fig.19). The card is provided with four potential free
contacts representing: battery low, bypass active, utility failure and general alarm. For more information please refer to
the user manual that comes with the interface card (OPM_CON_ACC_REL_CRD_XGB_V031).
6.4 - SNMP INTERFACE (OPTIONAL)
This SNMP plug-in card can be installed in the middle option slot (13 in Fig.19). The card makes the UPS ‘SNMP
manageable’: it allows the data interface to be connected directly to an Ethernet network (thin coax, twisted pair, AUI).
For more information please refer to the user manual that comes with the interface card. When this option is installed the
RS232 communication link is disabled.
Many mission-critical applications need a fault tolerant, 100 % reliable availability of mains power. By adding the RPAfacility to the UPS (14 in Fig.19), highest standards for reliability can be met. The RPA-facility allows to connect 2, 3 or 4
units in parallel.
Connecting GE Digital Energy UPS units in parallel is attractive for several reasons.
Redundancy:
To achieve the highest possible level of power protection in a fault-tolerant network.
By connecting units in parallel, using the N+x system, a redundant system can be created. In this case all the UPSs
equally share the load in the system during normal operation. In this way every possible single point of failure will be
eliminated. This means that if one of the UPSs in the parallel system fails, the other(s) can still supply the load
guaranteeing full protection without any interruption.
Scalability:
To add power if needed without investments beforehand.
Another reason for paralleling units is upgrading the power rating of the system. If e.g. a LP 6-11U
924
power rating can be upgraded to 12kVA by adding another LP 6-11U
in parallel. This spread investment makes sure
that you don’t have to invest in advance, but only when you need to.
GE’s RPA system has the following major advantages:
• RPA offers true redundancy because not only the power electronics are redundant, but also the batteries, the bypass
circuit and the control logic,
• The RPA system is an option.
7.3 - SEISMIC ANCHORS
Seismic anchors can be ordered separately; contact your local GE authorized representative.
Refer maintenance and service work, including battery replacement, to GE Authorized Service
station.
Refer to section 1.3 for further details.
8.1 - SAFETY
DANGER
When the UPS operates, all parts of the electronics are directly connected to the utility and high voltages
are present on all internal parts, including the battery. Even after disconnection from the utility, all parts
inside the UPS, including the battery, conduct dangerous voltages (except the RS232 output). For your
safety, only authorized service personnel may remove the cabinet cover.
Refer to section 1.3 for further details
8.2 - GENERAL
When used properly, the UPS is virtually maintenance free other than keeping the air inlets/outlets free from dust.
8.3 - COOLING FAN
The expected operational life of the cooling fans is approximately 20,000 to 40,000 hours of continuous operation. A high
ambient temperature will shorten this operational life.
8.4 - BATTERIES
The service life of the battery is from 3 to 6 years, depending on the operating temperature and on the number of
discharge cycles.
As a healthy battery is essential to the performance of the UPS, an automatic battery test is performed regularly to
ensure failsafe operation (see section 5.5.1). When the condition of the battery is critical, the warning signal will be
activated (buzzer 1x per 8 seconds, and alarm message 'Replace battery', see 5.4.2). The batteries must be replaced as
soon as possible. Please contact your dealer. Use only UL recognized batteries (BAZR2), valve regulated types and the
part number recommended by the GE Authorized representative.
NOTE: under certain circumstances a manual battery test can result in a false alarm: please see section 5.5.2 'QUICK
BATTERYTEST'.
Regular deep battery tests are advised in order to re-calibrate the capacity of aging batteries. See section 5.5.3 for more
information.
For authorized service personnel only:
• Never short the battery terminals. Shorting may cause the battery to burn.
• Avoid charging in a sealed container.
• Proper disposal of batteries is required: refer to your local codes for disposal requirements.
• Never dispose of batteries in a fire: they may explode.
• Never disassemble or reassemble batteries; their contents (electrolyte) may be extremely toxic. If exposed to
electrolyte, wash immediately with plenty of water, if eye contact occurs flush with water and contact a physician.
Always store the UPS in a dry location with the batteries in a fully charged state, storage temperature must be within -20
and +45°C (-4°F and 113°F). Storing the unit for a period exceeding 3 months can reduce the life of the batteries. To
maintain their normal life expectancy, the batteries must be recharged periodically:
- if the storage temperature is within -20 and +30°C (-4°F and 86°F): every 6 months, for 24 hours,
- if the storage temperature is within -20 and +45°C (-4°F and 113°F): every 4 months, for 24 hours.
8.6 - RECYCLING THE UPS AT THE END OF SERVICE LIFE
NOTE
This product has been designed to respect the environment, using materials and components
respecting eco-design rules. It does not contain CFCs (Carbon Fluorine Chloride) of HCFCs (Halogen
Carbon Fluorine Chloride).
The batteries contain lead, which is a harmful substance for the environment.
Proper disposal or recycling of the batteries is required. Refer to your local codes for disposal
requirements.
GE Digital Energy, in compliance with environment protection recommends that the UPS equipment, at
the end of its service life, must be recycled conforming to the local applicable regulations.
If a malfunction occurs, first check external factors (e.g. connections, temperature, humidity or load) to determine
whether the problem is caused by the unit itself or by its environment. Subsequently check whether the
breakers/switches on the rear panel (fig. 19, 7-8-9) are in ‘on’ position. Always check these external factors before
concluding that your UPS is faulty.
The front screen will indicate the problem and solution (if the problem is due to environmental circumstances). If the
solution is not shown on the screen, please contact your dealer.
During the self-test, performed immediately after start-up, the UPS may detect a system failure. In this case a message is
displayed for 30 seconds before the self-test is repeated. If the faulty situation persists, please contact your dealer.
(One of) the following messages can be displayed:
SELFTEST FAILURE
PCB POWER SUPPLY
SELFTEST FAILURE
AC ON INPUT
SELFTEST FAILURE
INT. BATTERY FUSE
SELFTEST FAILURE
EXT. BATTERY FUSE
SELFTEST FAILURE
BATTERY CHARGER
SELFTEST FAILURE
Uic TOO HIGH
SELFTEST FAILURE
TEMP TOO HIGH
SELFTEST FAILURE
Uba TOO LOW
One or more voltages of the internal power supply is (are) outside tolerance. Please
contact your dealer.
An external AC voltage (not the UPSs output voltage) was detected on the output
terminals. Please contact your dealer.
The internal battery fuse is defective. Please contact your dealer.
The external battery cabinet circuit breaker is in 'the off' position. Please switch it to
'the on' position..
Malfunction of the battery charger. Please contact your dealer.
Malfunction of the input circuit: voltage delivered is too high. Please contact your
dealer.
The temperature of (one of) the components is (still) too high. See section 5.4.2.
The battery voltage is too low to allow start-up. Wait for a few hours, leave the UPS
switched on.*
SELFTEST FAILURE
Uic TOO LOW
SELFTEST FAILURE
Q4 NOT OK
Malfunction of input circuit: voltage delivered is too low. The batteries may be faulty or
depleted. Wait for a few hours, leave the UPS switched on.*
Hardware output voltage detection 'Q4' is active. Please contact your dealer.
* If absence of input power (utility failure, maintenance work) is expected to last longer than a few hours, switch off the
UPS to save battery power.
CAUTION
If the UPS input power is absent for several days and the UPS remains on under no-load conditions, the
batteries can be discharged very deeply, resulting in a shortened battery life time.
Output power (kVA/kW) : 6/4.8 10/8
AC input voltage : 120/208/240/277 VAC
Input frequency : 60/50 Hz
AC output voltage : 120/208/220/230/240/277VAC
Output frequency : 60/50 Hz
UPS efficiency (full load) : 88.7% 88.7%
UPS efficiency on ECO mode (full load) : 93% 94.2%
Line input breaker (C-type) : 32A 63A
Bypass input breaker (C-type) : 32A 63A
Battery safety fuse (F4A) : 30A 30A
Battery safety fuse (F4B) : 30A (spare) 30A
Internal safety fuse (F5A) : - 30A
Internal safety fuse (F5B) : 30A 30A
Input/output connectors : terminals at rear of unit
INPUT
AC input voltage range (208V-240V) at 100% load : 162 - 285 V
at 50% load : 146 - 285 V
at 20% load : 133 - 285 V
AC input voltage range (120V) at 100% load : 81 - 141 V
at 50% load : 72 - 141 V
at 20% load : 66 - 141 V
AC input voltage range (277V) at 100% load : 187 - 325 V
at 50% load : 166 - 325 V
at 20% load : 153 - 325 V
Input frequency range : 40-70 Hz
Input current wave form : sinusoidal
Input power factor : ≥ 0.99
Max. input current at 100% load 120V : 57A 89A
208V : 33A 51A
240V : 30A 44A
277V : 23A 39A
Inrush current : none
Rectified DC voltage out : 380 V
BATTERY CHARGER
Characteristic : U/I-characteristic, constant current charging until boost/float voltage, then
constant voltage charging and boost charge mode for fast recharging of batteries
DC input voltage range : 350 - 450 V
DC output voltage at 20 °C : float: 273 V, boost: 295 V
Output current limit (Adc) : 4.2 4.2
OUTPUT CONVERTER
Output power at pf. = 0.8, VA* : 6000 10000
Semiconductor : IGBT
AC output voltage : 120/208/220/230/240V/277 ± 1% static resistive load
120/208/220/230/240V/277 ± 2% measured crest load 2.5:1
120/208/220/230/240V/277 ± 2% dynamic mean deviation over one half cycle
for 100% of rated load applied or removed
Typical overload : 110% ≥ 20 minutes
(temp. dependent) 130% ≥ 3.5 minutes
150% ≥ 2 minutes
Output frequency : 60 or 50 Hz selectable, ± 0.1%, unless synchronized with the utility
Freq. tracking range
Output wave form : sine wave
Max. phase difference input-output : max 7°
Harmonic distortion : 2% max. with linear load
Power factor range : Any lagging or leading power factor permitted within the specified rating to pf. 0.5
Output derating altitude : Till 1000m no derating
Above 1000m 12.5% per 1000m, max. 4000m
Protection : Automatic shutdown (or transfer to bypass, if bypass is available) in case of
- low/high DC voltage
- overtemperature
- overload / short circuit
The output is protected against connection to the utility supply
The automatic switch provides transfer of the load to the utility voltage without any interruption of the supply. The transfer is initiated by a
signal from the output converter protection circuit in case of an overload or high temperature.
When the conditions return to normal the load is automatically transferred back to the output converter. The automatic bypass switch can
be disabled by the end-user.
Bypass voltage limits : -15%, +10% of nominal
Transfer transients : typically 2% mean deviation over one half cycle.
Frequency tracking range : ± 2/4/6% of nominal (user selectable)
Slew rate : max. 1Hz/sec or 5Hz/sec (user selectable)
BATTERY
Battery type : Sealed and maintenance free
Nominal voltage (V) / capacity (Ah) : 12/76 12/91
Number of batteries : 20 20
Battery part number : BATLP116-924 BATLP1110-924
Battery recharge time : 24 hours for 80% capacity
Battery service life : up to 6 years (depending on operating conditions)
Battery discharging : self discharge current ≤ 100 mA
End of discharge voltage :Load dependent 10.5Vdc < 0.2 CA till 9.0 Vdc > 2 CA
GENERAL DESIGN CRITERIA
Mechanical : IP20
Humidity : 95% no condensing
Safety : UL 924, IEC 60950
Surge capability : 6kV 1.2/50µs; 3kA 8/20µs; IEEE C62.41 (6kV, 100kHz)
EMC : FCC part 15, class A
ENVIRONMENT
Ambient temperature : 0 to +40°C (32 to 104°F). For optimal backup time 20 to 30°C (68°F to 86°F) is
recommended for battery
Audible noise at 1 meter : 40 - 50dB(A), the audible noise is load and temperature dependent
Cooling air ((25°C/77°F - 30°C/86°F) : 330m