Minuteman UPS CPE 3000, CPE 2000, CPE 1000 User Manual

Para Systems, Inc.

1455 LeMay Dr.

Carrollton, TX 75007

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Internet: minutemanups.com

UPS Sizing: sizemyups.com

PN - 34000266

CPE ON-LINE SERIES

User’s Manual

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions.................................................................2

1. Introduction ..........................................................................................5

1.1. The General Characteristics ...........................................................6

1.2. The Advanced Technical Characteristics........................................6

2. Introduction to the Front and Rear Panel..........................................7

2.1. Front Panel Display Explanation .....................................................7

2.2. Rear Panel Explanation...................................................................8

2.2.1. General Explanation ...............................................................9

2.2.2. Terminal Block Explanation ....................................................10

2.3. Communication Port and PP Contact Card Explanation.................10

2.3.1. The RS232 Interface Settings.................................................10

2.3.2. The Pin Assignments of the RS232 Port ................................10

2.3.3. The Pin Assignments of the PP Contact Card........................11

3. Installation and Operation...................................................................11

3.1. Unpacking .......................................................................................11

3.2. Selecting Installation Position .........................................................11

3.3. Connecting the Batteries.................................................................12

3.4 Connecting the Equipment...............................................................13

3.5. Storage Instructions ........................................................................13

3.6. Option Slot.......................................................................................13

4. The Working Principle of the UPS......................................................14

4.1. When Utility is Normal .....................................................................14

4.2. When Utility is Abnormal .................................................................14

4.3. Overload Condition..........................................................................15

4.4. Inverter is not Functioning ...............................................................16

4.4.1. Output Short-Circuit operating in the On-Line Mode ..............16

4.4.2. Output Short-Circuit operating in the Bypass Mode ...............16

4.5. Inverter Over-Temperature .............................................................16

4.6. Inverter Over-Current and Output Voltage Out of Tolerance..........16

5. Maintenance Guide ..............................................................................17

5.1. System Block...................................................................................17

5.2. Troubleshooting...............................................................................17

5.3. Maintenance....................................................................................18

5.4. Replacing the Batteries ...................................................................19

5.5. Battery Replacement Procedure .....................................................20

6. Power Monitoring Software Installation Guide.................................24

6.1. Hardware Installation.......................................................................24

6.2. Software Installation ........................................................................24

Appendix...................................................................................................27

A.1. Specifications..................................................................................27

A.2. Obtaining Service............................................................................29

A.3. Limited Warranty.............................................................................30

A.4. Declaration of Conformity ...............................................................31

© Copyright Para Systems, Inc., 2005

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during
the installation and the maintenance of the UPS.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

An Important Notice

• To ensure safety in all applications where a UPS is hardwired to the
Electrical Supply, ensure that a Qualified Service Personnel installs the
system.

• Those UPS systems supplied with a power cord can be safely connected
to the wall outlet by the user.

• The UPS has its own internal energy source (battery). Should the

battery be switched on when no AC power is available, there could be
voltage at the output terminals.

• Make sure that the AC Utility outlet is properly grounded.

• Do not open the unit there are no serviceable parts inside. This will

void the warranty.

• Do not try to repair the unit yourself, see Obtaining Service.

• Please make sure that the input voltage of the UPS matches the supply

voltage.

• Use a certified input power cord with the correct plugs and sockets for

the appropriate voltage system.

• To eliminate any overheating of the UPS, keep all ventilation openings

free from obstruction, and do not store anything on top of the UPS.
Keep the UPS 8-inches away from the wall.

• Make sure the UPS is installed in the proper environment as specified.

(0-40°C and 30-90% non-condensing humidity)

• Do not install the UPS in direct sunlight.

• Install the UPS indoors as it is not designed for outdoor use.

• Dusty, corrosive and salty environments will damage the UPS.

• Install the UPS away from; objects which give off excessive heat and

areas, which are excessively wet.

• The battery will discharge naturally if the system is unused for prolonged

periods of time.

• It is recommended that the batteries be recharged every 2-3 months

while the UPS is not in service.

• This UPS supports electronic equipment in offices, telecommunications,

process control, medical and security applications.

• This UPS has been designed and constructed to protect your equipment

from the wide range of power anomalies experienced on Utility power
lines today.

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This UPS is intended for use in a Controlled Environment.

• Servicing of Batteries should be performed by Qualified Service
Personnel Only.

• When Replacing Batteries, Replace With the Same Number and Type.

• CAUTION – Do Not dispose of the battery in a fire. The battery may

explode.

• CAUTION – Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte
is harmful to the skin and eyes. It may be toxic.

• CAUTION – Risk of Electric Shock – The battery circuit is not isolated
from AC, hazardous Voltage may exist between battery terminals and
ground. Test before touching.

• CAUTION – A Battery can present a Risk of Electrical Shock and High
Short-Circuit Current. The following precaution should be observed
when working with the batteries:
A. Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
B. Use tools with insulated handles.
C. Wear rubber gloves and boots.
D. Wear protective eye gear (goggles).
E. Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.
F. Disconnect charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting

battery terminals.

• CAUTION – To reduce the risk of fire, connect only to a branch circuit
with over current protection in accordance with the National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (3KVA)

• CAUTION - Connect the UPS to a two pole, three wire grounding AC
wall outlet. The receptacle must be connected to the appropriate
branch protection (circuit breaker or fuse). Connection to any other
type of receptacle may result in a shock hazard and violate local
electrical codes. Do not use extension cords, adapter plugs, or surge
strips.

• CAUTION - To reduce the risk of electrical shock with the installation of
this UPS equipment and the connected equipment, the user must
ensure that the combined sum of the AC leakage current does not
exceed 3.5mA.

• CAUTION - To reduce the risk of electrical shock in conditions where
the load equipment grounding cannot be verified, disconnect the UPS
from the AC wall outlet before installing a computer interface cable.
Reconnect the power cord only after all signaling connections are made.

• WARNING - Risk of Electrical Shock. Hazardous live parts inside
these power supplies are energized from the battery even when the AC
input is disconnected.

• CAUTION - To de-energize the outputs of the UPS:

A. If the UPS is on press and release the On/Off Switch.
B. Disconnect the UPS from the AC wall outlet.
C. To de-energize the UPS completely, disconnect the battery.

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• NOTICE: – This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits

for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart
J of Part 15 of FCC Rules and the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference of the Canadian Department
of Communications. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates and uses radio frequency and if not installed and used properly, that
is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, this equipment may
cause interference to radio and television reception. If this equipment does
cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:
A. Re-orient the receiving antenna.
B. Relocate the computer with respect to the receiver.
C. Move the computer away from the receiver.
D. Plug the computer into a different outlet so that the computer and receiver

are on different branch circuits.

E. Shielded communications interface cables must be used with this product.

• WARNING

the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate

the equipment.

– Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by

Receiving Inspection

After removing your MINUTEMAN UPS from its carton, it should be inspected for
damage that may have occurred in shipping. Immediately notify the carrier and
place of purchase if any damage is found. Warranty claims for damage caused by
the carrier will not be honored. The packing materials that your UPS was shipped in
are carefully designed to minimize any shipping damage. In the unlikely case that the
UPS needs to be returned to MINUTEMAN, please use the original packing material.
Since MINUTEMAN is not responsible for shipping damage incurred when the
system is returned, the original packing material is inexpensive insurance. PLEASE

SAVE THE PACKING MATERIALS!

NOTE: These UPSs are shipped with the batteries disconnected. The batteries

must be connected before putting these UPSs into service. Refer to Chapter 3 for
Connecting the Batteries.

Para Systems Life Support Policy

As a general policy, Para Systems Inc. (Para Systems) does not
recommend the use of any of its products in life support applications where
failure or malfunction of the Para Systems product can be reasonably
expected to cause failure of the life support device or to significantly affect
its safety or effectiveness. Para Systems does not recommend the use of
any of its products in direct patient care. Para Systems will not knowingly
sell its products for use in such applications unless it receives in writing
assurances satisfactory to Para Systems that (a) the risks of injury or
damage have been minimized, (b) the customer assumes all such risks,
and (c) the liability of Para Systems Inc. is adequately protected under the
circumstances.

Examples of devices considered to be life support devices are neonatal
oxygen analyzers, nerve stimulators (whether used for anesthesia, pain
relief, or other purposes), auto transfusion devices, blood pumps,
defibrillators, arrhythmia detectors and alarms, pacemakers, hemodialysis
systems, peritoneal dialysis systems, neonatal ventilator incubators,
ventilators for both adults and infants, anesthesia ventilators, and infusion
pumps as well as any other devices designated as “critical” by the United
States FDA.

Hospital grade wiring devices and leakage current may be ordered as
options on many Para Systems UPS systems. Para Systems does not
claim that units with this modification are certified or listed as Hospital Grade
by Para Systems or any other organization. Therefore, these units do not
meet the requirements for use in direct patient care.

Chapter One: Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a MINUTEMAN power protection product. It has
been designed and manufactured to provide many years of trouble free
service.

Please read this manual before installing your CPE On-Line Series UPS,
models CPE 1000, CPE 2000, CPE 3000,
information that should be followed during installation and maintenance of
the UPS and batteries allowing you to correctly set up your system for the
maximum safety and performance. Included is information on customer
support and factory service if it is required. If you experience a problem
with the UPS please refer to the Troubleshooting guide in this manual to
correct the problem or collect enough information so that the MINUTEMAN
Technical Support Department can rapidly assist you.

as it provides important

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1.1. The General Characteristics

• True On-Line architecture continuously supplies your critical device with
a stable, regulated, transient-free, pure sine wave AC Power.

• 50KHz PWM sine wave topology yields an excellent overall performance.

• The high crest factor of the inverter handles all high-inrush current loads

without a need to upgrade the power rating.

• To protect the unit from overloading, it automatically switches to Bypass
mode in case loading exceeds 120% of rating. It will automatically
switch back to On-Line mode once overload condition is removed.

• Should the unit become overheated, the internal thermistor will detect
the heat and switch to the Bypass mode and vice versa.

• Maintenance-free sealed-type battery minimizes service.

1.2. The Advanced Technical Characteristics

• Market leading light and compact design.

• Powerful CPU integrates all power stages, control and communication

functions necessary for maximized UPS protection and functionality,
including Power management status monitoring, configuration setting,
operation scheduling, remote control and self-diagnosis.

• Advanced CPU communication design allows full function remote
control from any computer environment via the standard RS232
interface.

• State-of-the-Art IGBT Technology and Industrial Grade quality ensures
the highest efficiency and reliability under the worst operating condition.

• Industry leading inverter protection technology incorporates 2-stage
output Current sensor, smart overload output current control, improved
crest factor, and feedback fail proof circuit.

• Guarantees an exclusive protection against DC damage for inductive
load, such as motor-based devices.

• Advanced Input PFC control guarantees the PF performance and
maximum energy efficiency.

• Unique electronic over-current protection detects output short-circuit and
faults, and halts the output before damages are done to the output fuse
or the equipment.

• Expanded input voltage range minimizes battery usage and maximizes
battery life.

• Automatic Frequency Sensor reduces the frequency shift.

• DC-start function allows the UPS to operate when there is no input

power available.

• On-demand self-diagnosis function ensures UPS reliability.

• SNMP adapter slot allows power management and diagnostics via the

Internet from any where in the world.

• User adjustable output voltages for your critical equipment.

Chapter Two: Introduction to the Front and Rear Panel

2.1. Front Panel Display Explanation

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3
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9

1.

Main Switch

2.

Self-Test OK
LED

3.

Test/Silence

4.

Fault LED

5.

Bypass LED

6.

Utility LED

7.

Inverter LED

8.

Low Battery
Warning LED

9.

Overload LED

3KVA

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9

2KVA

This is to turn the UPS on/off.
Green LED illuminates if the self-test is O.K.

a. Alarm Silence.
b.1.For Standard Unit: Self-Test. Press the
button over 10 sec.
b.2.For Unit with Manual Bypass
function(Special order required): Press the
button over 5 seconds, the UPS will be switched
to Bypass mode and vice versa.
c. Displays the percentage of output load level in
AC Mode, and the battery capacity in the Battery
Mode.
Red LED illuminates if the UPS detects an
Internal Fault.
Amber LED illuminates when UPS is in Bypass
mode.
a. AC normal: Green LED illuminates.
b. 100% for load levels & battery capacity.
a. Inverter On: Green LED illuminates.
b. 75% for load levels & battery capacity.
a. Battery Low: Red LED illuminates.
b. 50% for load levels & battery capacity.
a. Overload condition: Red LED illuminates.
b. 25% for load levels & battery capacity.

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1KVA

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2.2. Rear Panel Explanation

a) 120VAC

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1KVa 2KVa 3KVa

b) 230VAC

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86

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2.2.1 General Explanation

1.

AC Inlet /

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86

Power Cord

2.

AC Input
Fuse/
Breaker

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2

3.

External
Battery
Connector

4.

Output
Receptacles

120V Models

230V Models

5.

Option Slot

6.

Com Port

7.

RJ11/RJ45
Jack

8.

DIP
Switches

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This is used to connect the input power cord to the
UPS.
This is used to disconnect the input line in case the
UPS becomes overloaded or short-circuited.

Fuse/Breaker Rating for 120VAC/230VAC systems

1K 2K 3K

120VAC:

20A/250V

230VAC:

10A/250V

120VAC:

25A/250V

230VAC:

20A/250V

120VAC:

50A/250V

230VAC:

25A/250V
This is used to connect the External Battery Packs
for longer Runtime. Only Qualified Service
Personnel should install the External Battery Packs.

This is used to connect the protected equipment.
Receptacle

1K 2K 3K
type
NEMA
5-15R
NEMA
5-15/20R
Receptacle

4pcs

4pcs 6pcs

N/A

2pcs 2pcs

1K 2K 3K
type
IEC 3pcs 3pcs N/A
Local Sockets 1pce 2pcs 2pcs
Terminal

N/A N/A Yes
Block
It is used for the Option Cards.
This is an interface to send signals to and receive
signals from the computer. Optional computer
software may be required.
RJ11 Phone/Modem/Fax protection.
RJ45 10-Base T Network protection.

For Factory Calibration Only.

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