Thank you for selecting an MGE UPS SYSTEMS product to protect your electrical equipment.
The Comet EXtreme range has been designed with the utmost care. We recommend that you take
the time to read this manual to take full advantage of the many features of your UPS.
MGE UPS SYSTEMS pays great attention to the environmental impact of its products.
Measures that have made Comet EXtreme a reference in environmental protection include:
◗ Production in an ISO 14001 certified factory;
◗ Recycling of Comet EXtreme at the end of its service life.
To discover the entire range of MGE UPS SYSTEMS products and the options available
for the Comet EXtreme range:
◗ We invite you to visit our Web site at www.mgeups.com
Available for both tower and rack versions of UPSs with standard backup times and for the battery
extensions, the EPO (Emergency Power Off) option lets you simultaneously switch off the UPS battery circuit
breaker and the upstream circuit breaker of your installation by connecting both of them to a single
emergency off button (not supplied).
For more details, visit our Web site: www.mgeups.com/products/pdt230/smallups/extreme/epo.htm
Transformer for galvanic isolation or earthing arrangement change
Nominal power
Nominal current
Input voltage
Voltage drop
Frequency
Isolation (EN 61558-1-2-4)
Operating temperature
Max. operating rel. humidity
Derating / altitude
Natural ventilation
Dimensions HxWxD (tower)
Dimensions HxWxD (rack 4U)
Weight (tower)
Weight (rack)
Important: to simplify installation, connect the Comet EXtreme Transformer downsteam of the UPSs.Visit our Web site: www.mgeups.com/products/pdt230/smallups/extreme/transfo.htm
Battery extensions for UPS backup times of 80 minutes
Battery extensions for 4.5 or 6 kVA Comet EXtreme:
Comet EXtreme
4.5 / 6 kVA
Comet
EXtreme
EXB
+++
4.5 /
6 kVA
Comet
EXtreme
EXB
4.5 /
6 kVA
Comet
EXtreme
EXB
4.5 /
6 kVA
Comet
EXtreme
EXB
4.5 /
6 kVA
Comet EXtreme
Transfo 4.5 - 6 kVA
6 kVA
32 A
230V (+15%, -20%)
2.2%
50/60 Hz (+/-10%)
3.75 kV / 5 M ohms
From 0° to +40°C
95%
Pn-10% > 1000 m
IP20 ANAN
443 x 173 x 465 mm
177 x 483 x 462 mm
44 kg
48 kg
Comet EXtreme
Transfo 9 - 12 kVA
12 kVA
63 A
230V (+15%, -20%)
1.7%
50/60 Hz (+/-10%)
3.75 kV / 5 M ohms
From 0° to +40°C
95%
Pn-10% > 1000 m
IP20 ANAN
443 x 216 x 465 mm
177 x 483 x 462 mm
62 kg
67 kg
Comet EXtreme offers a standard
backup time of 9/12 minutes.
To increase backup time, it is possible
to connect Comet EXtreme EXB
modules to the UPSs.
Visit our Web site: www.mgeups.com/
products/pdt230/smallups/extreme/
guide.htm.
4.5 kVA:
6 kVA:
12 min
9 min
30 min
23 min
54 min
40 min
80 min
75 min
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1. Presentation
Battery extensions for 9 or 12 kVA Comet EXtreme:
Comet EXtreme
9 kVA:
12 kVA:
9 / 12 kVA
Comet
+++
12 min
9 min
EXtreme
EXB
9 / 12 kVA
30 min
23 min
Comet
EXtreme
EXB
9 / 12 kVA
45 min
40 min
Comet
EXtreme
EXB
9 / 12 kVA
The Comet EXtremeEXB modules are available in "tower" and in "rack" models.
The Comet EXtremeEXB modulescome with their connection cables.
CLA module (Long backup time charger) for backup times of 2 to 8 hours
Very long backup times, from 2 to 8 hours at full load, require a Comet EXtremeCLA module.
Visit our Web site: www.mgeups.com/products/pdt230/smallups/extreme/cla/cla2.htm.
Comet
EXtreme
12V-65Ah
A
5
2
Comet
EXtreme
EXB
9 / 12 kVA
80 min
75 min
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Comet
EXtreme
CLA
1
12V-65Ah
2
12V-65Ah
2 h
19
12V-65Ah
20
12V-65Ah
1
12V-65Ah
12V-65Ah
2
12V-65Ah
12V-65Ah
4 h
19
12V-65Ah
12V-65Ah
20
12V-65Ah
12V-65Ah
1
12V-65Ah
12V-65Ah
2
12V-65Ah
12V-65Ah
12V-65Ah
12V-65Ah
19
12V-65Ah
8 h
12V-65Ah
20
12V-65Ah
12V-65Ah
12V-65Ah
12V-65Ah
1.4 Control panel
1. Presentation
bypass
bypass
Alarms
% battery
remaining
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UPS overload
12
Electronics fault
13
Battery fault
14
Ambient temp.
> 40°C
15
Hold down to display
percent load.
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Lamp test or buzzer OFF.
17
Operation on manual bypass.
18
Operation on automatic bypass.
19
Operation in ON-LINE mode.
20
Operation on battery power.
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ON/OFF.
100%
80%
50%
20%
% load
100%
80%
50%
20%
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2. Installation
2.1 Unpacking and checks
Comet EXtreme 4.5 and 6 kVA
Electronic module
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battery module
RS 232 communications cable.
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CD ROM with "Solution Pac" and
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"UPS Driver" softwares.
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Quick Start documentation.
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24
25
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26
Installation and user manual.
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Telescopic rails for mounting in 19" bay with mounting hardware.
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Cable for connection to battery module.
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25
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Comet EXtreme 9 and 12 kVA
Electronic module
2. Installation
Battery module
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25
26
23
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24
25
23
25
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RS 232 communications cable.
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CD ROM with "Solution Pac" and
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"UPS Driver" softwares.
24
Quick Start documentation.
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Installation and user manual.
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Telescopic rails for mounting in 19" bay with mounting hardware.
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Cable for connection to battery module.
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2. Installation
2.2 Installation of the rack version
Rack mounting diagram with rails
1
3
3
3
3
2
The rails and the necessary mounting hardware are supplied with the UPS in the package.
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2.3 Battery-module connections
Comet EXtreme 4.5 and 6 kVA
2. Installation
Check that the battery circuit breaker is OFF.
Comet EXtreme 9 and 12 kVA
Check that the battery circuit breaker is OFF.
2
Connect cable to the connectors of the electronic and
2
4
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battery modules.
2
Connect cable to the connectors of the electronic and
2
battery modules.
4
27
4
427
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2. Installation
2.4 Connection to the RS 232 communications port (optional)
1
1. Connect the RS 232 communications cable to the serial
port on the computer.
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OV
5 4 3 2 1
9 8 7 6
2. Connect the RS 232 communications cable to the RS 232
communications port on the UPS.
The UPS can now communicate with all MGE UPS SYSTEMS
supervision, set-up or safety software.
Pin-out diagram for the RS 232 communications port
on the UPS.
RD TD
RTS
1
2.5 Installation of the communications-card option
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3
Slots for communications card.
It is not necessary to shut down the UPS to install
the communications card:
1. Remove the slot cover .
2. Insert the card in the slot.
3. Secure the card with the two screws.
3
2.6 Connection to the connection modules
This type of connection must be carried out by qualified electrical personnel.
2. Installation
Before carrying out any connections, check that the battery circuit breaker is OFF
2
and that the upstream protection devices ( AC-power source) are open (OFF).
The overall cable diameter and the cross-sectional area
of the three wires depends on the UPS rating.
Comet EXtreme
4,5 to 6 kVA
Cable diameter
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Cross-sectional area of each wire
◗ Flexible wire
◗ Rigid wire
Recommended upstream circuit
breaker
◗ Nominal rating
(47 to 63Hz, 230V)
◗ Maximum rating
(47 to 63Hz, 187V)
1. Remove the terminal-block cover .
15 to 25.5 mm15 to 25.5 mm
4 to 10 mm
4 to 16 mm
C60N 32A 2P
(maximum line
current = 26A)
C60N 40A 2P
(maximum line
current = 32A)
2
2
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2. Remove the cable entry knockouts from the cover.
3. Loosen the cable clamp .
9
4. Insert the cable supplying the equipment and the power cable
through the terminal-block cover .
10
29
28
Comet EXtreme
9 to 12 kVA
2
10 mm
10 to 16 mm
C60N 63A 2P
(maximum line
current = 52A)
C60N 80A 2P
(maximum line
current = 64A)
2
Input terminal
10
block
9
Output terminal
block
Earthing wires
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5. Connect the three wires of the equipment cable to the output
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terminal block .
Always connect the earthing wire first.
9
6. Connect the three wires of the power cable to the input
terminal block .
7. Tighten the cable clamp .
8. Refit and secure the terminal-block cover .
10
29
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3. Operation
3.1 ON-LINE operating mode
bypass
bypass
This is the normal operating mode for the UPS.
Two possible cases:
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19
LED is ON: AC input power is available. Power is drawn
from the AC-power source and supplied to the protected
equipment via the UPS.
20
LED is ON: AC input power is not available. Power is drawn
from the battery and supplied to the protected equipment.
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3.2 Start-up
3. Operation
Prior to initial start-up, check the UPS voltage settings.
The frequency of the output voltage (50 or 60 Hz) is automatically set to that of the input source.
1. Close the upstream device (ON position) controlling the
supply of AC power to the UPS.
2. Set the battery circuit breaker(s) to ON.
2
The buzzer beeps three times.
If the supply frequency is different than the default value set on
the UPS, the new value is set and the buzzer beeps 4 times.
3. Press the ON / OFF button .
All the equipment connected to the UPS is now energised,
however it takes another 30 seconds before the UPS is fully
operational.
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20
21
19
◗ If LED or do not go ON or if one of LED , , or flash, there is a fault (see section 4.1).
◗ In order to detect any wiring errors, it is essential that the AC-power source be present at the first switch-on.
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After this time, the equipment connected to the UPS is
protected.
14
11 12
13
Subsequently, the device may be switched-on without the presence of the AC-power source.
2
21
3.3 Bargraph indications
LEDs to provide three different indications.
11
14
bypass
1. Remaining backup time in percent (in ON-LINE mode).
11
12
13
14
15
2. Percent load drawn by the protected equipment,
when button is pressed.
15
3. Operating faults (flashing LED and beeps):
Overload.
11
UPS fault.
12
Battery fault.
13
Excessive ambient temperature.
14
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3. Operation
3.4 Failure of AC input power and operation on battery power
AC input power is not available, the battery steps in to supply the protected equipment.
Transfer to battery power
When AC-power source goes outside tolerances or fails
bypass
20
completely, LED goes ON and the buzzer beeps three times.
Threshold for the low-battery shutdown warning
The low-battery shutdown warning threshold can be set
bypass
20
by the user, with the "UPS Driver" software (default setting
equal to 20% of full backup time).
LED flashes when the setted level is reached.
20
The buzzer beeps every three seconds when less than 10% of
backup time remains.
There is very little remaining battery backup time.
Close all applications because UPS automatic
shutdown is imminent.
20
End of backup time
bypass
Sleep mode
This operating mode may be personalized using the "UPS Driver" software (see section 3.5).
It saves battery power when no equipment is connected to the UPS. Shutdown occurs after 5 minutes.
The UPS automatically restarts when the AC-power source returns to within tolerances.
Return of AC input power
If, in spite of the return of AC input power, the UPS does not restart, check that the automatic-restart function
(activated by return of AC input power) has not been disabled (see section 3.5).
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The buzzer sounds continuously.
Press button to turn the buzzer OFF.
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16
The equipment is no longer supplied with power.
3.5 Personalization
Function
Personalization parameters can be set and modified using the "UPS Driver" software installed on a computer
that is connected to the UPS (see section 2.3 Connection to the RS 232 communications port).
3. Operation
Check that the RS 232 cable is correctly connected and that the battery circuit breaker
is closed.
"UPS Driver" installation:
1 - Insert the Solution-Pac CD-ROM containing the UPS Driver software in the drive of a PC running
Windows.
2 - Open the Windows File manager or Explorer and select the CD-ROM drive.
3 - Double-click "\Emb\Index.htm", then "UPS Driver".
Once "UPS Driver" has been installed, UPS parameters can be modified in a window containing
a number of tabs, each presenting a set of parameters.
"ON / OFF conditions" tab
Personalizable function
Automatic start
Cold start (battery power)
Forced shutdown
Sleep mode
UPS ON / OFF via software
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2
Default setting
Enabled
Enabled
Enabled
Disabled
Enabled
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3. Operation
"Battery" tab
"Low-battery shutdown warning" threshold
"Output" tab
Personalizable function
"Battery test" intervals
Charger
Default setting
Every day
20% remaining battery
backup time
Standard
Options
Once a week
Once a month
No test
40% remaining battery
backup time
CLA (2, 4 or 8 hours)
"By-pass" tab
Rated AC-power source voltage (see figure 1)
Rated AC-power source frequency
Tolerance for AC-power source frequency
Alarm threshold for overload
Restart inverter after short circuit
Authorized voltage range for transfer to bypass
if fault or overload
Authorized frequency range for transfer to bypass
230 V
50 Hz
± 5%
100%
Disabled
187 V to 265 V (for
230 V rated voltage)
± 10%
200 V-208 V-220 V-240 V
± 1% to ± 10% , in 1% steps
0 to 100%, in 10% steps
Enabled (click to add check)
187 V to 265 V,
in 1V steps
± 1% to ± 10%, in 1% steps
if fault or overload
Transfer to bypass if overload
Transfer to bypass following a fault, whatever
Enabled
Disabled
Disabled (click to remove check)
Enabled (click to add check)
the conditions on the AC-power source
The value selected for the rated UPS voltage impacts on the power available at UPS output
(see the diagram below).
Available power as a percentage
of the rated power
100%
95%
90%
66%
50%
60 Hz
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Fig. 1
84
Voltage in V
3.6 Shutdown
Shutdown of connected equipment
3. Operation
Complete shutdown of the UPS
1. Press button (return to the OFF position).
The connected equipment is no longer supplied with power,
but the battery is maintened charged if AC-power source is
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2
present.
1. Press button (return to the OFF position).
The connected equipment is no longer supplied with power.
2. Open the upstream device (OFF position) controlling the
supply of AC power to the UPS.
3. Switch the battery circuit breaker(s) to OFF position.
Warning: if the upstream source is not switched off, the UPS
remains in operation.
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If the AC source fails, even though the connected
equipment is no longer supplied, the UPS operates on
battery power and therefore reduces the available
backup time.
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2
The UPS is now de-energised and the batteries are
no longer recharged.
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4. Maintenance
4.1 Troubleshooting
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Signification
The UPS is not designed to
operate more than eight
hours under these conditions.
Correction
Shut down the UPS and check that the
input power cable is properly connected to
the input terminal block and the load to the
output terminal block (see p. 17).
After correcting any wiring errors, restart
the UPS as indicated on page 19. If the
problem persists, call MGE after-sales
support.
Check the power drawn by the equipment
and disconnect any non-priority devices.
Install the UPS in a room where the
ambient temperature is not greater than
40° C.
See point 5 to 7 of in the "Reconnecting
the connection module" part of section 4.2.
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11 12 13
14
The UPS has detected a problem
concerning the wiring of the
connection module input.
UPS overload. Overload is too long
or too high. The UPS cuts the supply
of power to the connected equipment
and the buzzer beeps continuously.
The ambient temperature is higher
than 40° C.
The UPS is in maintenance mode
(manual bypass)
If one or more LEDs , , or flash, there is a operating anomaly or an alarm.
If a LED flashes, the bargraph data is no longer displayed.
Troubleshooting not requiring MGE after-sales support
Indication
11 12
LEDs , , ,
flash and the buzzer
beeps.
11
LED flashes and
the buzzer beeps.
14
LED flashes.
17
LED is ON.
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To allow you to use MGE UPS SYSTEMS products effectively and carry out basic maintenance, we offer a
complete range of technical training courses in English and French.
FRENCH Training Center
on Montbonnot site:
MGE UPS SYSTEMS
140, Avenue Jean Kuntzmann
Zirst - Montbonnot St Martin
38334 - ST ISMIER CEDEX - FRANCE
fault.
Depending on the UPS personalization
parameters (see section 3.5), there are
two possibilities:
◗ the equipment connected to the UPS
continues to be supplied, but directly
from the AC-power source via the
automatic bypass for a maximum of 8
hours (LED ON);
◗ the connected equipment is no longer
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supplied.
The equipment connected to
the UPS is no longer protected.
A battery fault was detected during the
battery test.
Correction
Follow the UPS replacement
procedure (see section 4.2).
Call the after-sales support
department.
Call the after-sales support
department because the
batteries need replacing.
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4. Maintenance
4.2 Replacement of the electronic module
Disconnecting the connection module
Before turning the switch,
see the manual
NORMAL
bypass
Before turning the switch,
see the manual
NORMAL
BY-PASS
BY-PASS
1. Turn the manual bypass switch , located behind the UPS
7
(see section 1.2), from the NORMAL to the intermediate
position.
2. Check that LED is ON before continuing to the BYPASS
7
position.
If LED is not ON, do not switch to the BYPASS
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18
position and call the after-sales support
department.
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3. Turn the manual bypass switch from the intermediate
position to the BYPASS position.
7
The connected equipment is supplied by the ACpower source, via the manual bypass.
21
4. Shut down the UPS by pressing button (return to the OFF
21
position).
5. Switch the battery circuit breaker(s) to the OFF position.
6. Remove the two fixing screws to free the connection
module (see next page).
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2
30
7. Remove the connection cable(s) from the battery module(s).
The UPS can be replaced. The connected equipment is
supplied by the AC-power source.
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Reconnecting the connection module
4. Maintenance
1. Secure the connection module using the two screws .
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18
19
21
2. Reconnect the connection cable(s) to the battery module(s).
3. Switch the battery circuit breaker(s) to the ON position
and check that LED is ON.
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Check that UPS personalization settings still
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2
30
correspond to the equipment to be supplied
(see section 3.5).
4. Press button and wait 20 seconds.
5. Check that LED is ON.
2
21
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If LED is not ON, do not switch the manual
bypass to the intermediate position and call the
after-sales support department.
6. Turn the manual bypass switch from the BYPASS position
to the intermediate position and check that LED is OFF.
7. Turn the manual bypass switch from the intermediate
position to the NORMAL position.
goes ON.
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8
The connected equipment is again protected by the UPS.
7
17
7
17
LED goes OFF and LED
19
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5. Environment
This product has been designed to respect the environment:
It does not contain CFCs or HCFCs.
It was manufactured in a factory certified ISO 14001.
UPS recycling at the end of service life:
MGE UPS SYSTEMS undertakes to recycle, by certified companies and in compliance with all applicable
regulations, all UPS products recovered at the end of their service life (contact your branch office).
Packing:
UPS packing materials must be recycled in compliance with all applicable regulations.
Warning:
This product contains lead-acid batteries. Lead is a dangerous substance for the environment if it is not
correctly recycled by specialized companies.
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Web site : www.mgeups.com
6.1 Glossary
Authorized voltageUpper and lower voltage thresholds within which the UPS can operate
range for transfer toon the automatic bypass in the event of a UPS fault or overload.
bypass if fault or overload
Automatic bypassAutomatic switch controlled by the UPS, used to connect the equipment
Automatic start followingWhen AC input power returns following shutdown at the end of the battery
return of AC input powerbackup time, UPS automatic start can be enabled or disabled.
Backup timeTime that the connected equipment can operate on battery power.
BargraphDevice on the front panel indicating the percent remaining backup time
Battery testInternal UPS test on battery status.
Cold startSee "Start on battery power".
Connection moduleUnit grouping the receptacles for connection to the AC-power source
Dialog boxA window in a computer program displayed for selection by the user of various
6. Appendices
directly to the AC-power source.
or the percent load.
and the equipment.
options and parameter settings.
Double conversionThe power supplied to the connected equipment is completely regenerated
by continuous double conversion, i.e. the AC power from the AC-power source
is rectified (AC - DC), then converted back (DC - AC) to AC power.
EquipmentDevices or systems connected to the UPS output.
Forced shutdownAllows a "clean" of computer operating systems depending on the low battery
threshold setting. If the input source is restored during the time period
between the shutdown order and actual system shutdown, it causes a
voluntary interruption of the supply of power to the connected equipment
(lasting 10 seconds) after system shutdown.
Manual bypassRotary switch controlled by the user, used to connect the equipment directly
to the AC-power source. Transfer of the load to the manual bypass enables
UPS maintenance or replacement, without interrupting the supply of power
to the connected equipment.
ON-LINE modeThe normal UPS operating mode, by which the AC-power source supplies
the UPS, which in turn, following double conversion of the AC power,
supplies the connected equipment.
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6. Appendices
Out of toleranceThe AC input source is either absent or its voltage or frequency is outside the
Percent loadRatio between the power drawn by the connected equipment and the total
PersonalizationA number of UPS functions can be modified using the "UPS Driver" software
Sleep modeThis function shuts down the UPS after 5 minutes when it operates on
Start on battery powerThis function makes it possible to energize the connected equipment even
Tolerance for AC-powerThe range of frequency supplied by the AC-power source within which
source frequencythe UPS can operate in ON-LINE mode (double conversion).
UPSUninterruptible Power Supply.
UPS ON / OFFIt is possible to enable or disable use of UPS ON / OFF controls
via softwareby the computer-system protection software.
set limits.
power that the UPS can supply.
to better meet the user's needs.
battery power and no load is detected on the UPS output. The UPS restarts
automatically as soon as the AC input source is restored.
when AC input power is not available (operation exclusively on battery power).