Powervar Ace Plus Series User Manual

User manual

Ace Plus Series

Rack-mount Uninterruptible Power Supply
1000-1500-2200-3000 VA
UL-version

POWERVAR Telephone [phone]

1450 Lakeside Drive Fax [phone]
Waukegan, IL 60085 Website www.powervar.com

A01-00004 Rev. A 03/09

ACE Plus Series

The ABCs of Power Conditioning

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USER MANUAL

ACE Plus Series

Rack-mount Uninterruptible Power Supply

1000 - 1500 – 2200 - 3000 VA

UL-version

The POWERVAR ACE Plus Series UPS, a rack-mount uninterruptible power supply,
protects your equipment from all forms of power interference, including complete
power failures.

Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference and carefully read the
important safety instructions in chapter 1 before installation and start-up of the UPS.

All rights reserved.
Reproduction in whole or in parts without the prior written consent of POWERVAR is prohibited.
The illustrations and plans describing the equipment are intended as general reference only and are not
necessarily complete in every detail.
The content of this manual may be subject to change without prior notice.

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CONTENTS

1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................. 3

1.1 Save these instructions

1.2 General

1.3 Installation

1.4 Batteries

1.5 Transport/storage

1.6 FCCIS Interference statements

2 INSTALLATION ..................................................................................... 6

2.1 Package contents

2.2 Location

2.3 Rear panel

2.4 Installation

2.4.1 Mounting in a 19” enclosure

2.4.2 Vertical installation

2.4.3 Connecting an exte rnal battery pack

2.4.4 Connecting the RS232/dry contact interface

2.4.5 Connecting the load

2.4.6 Connecting to the utility supply

2.4.7 Checking the site-wiring fault LED

3 OPERATION ........................................................................................ 10

3.1 Operation Panel

3.2 Start-up

3.2.1 Start-up, utility power available

3.2.2 Start-up, utility power not available (‘cold start’ or ‘battery start’)

3.3 Use: Normal Operation

3.3.1 Normal operation conditions

3.3.2 Normal operation indications

3.3.3 UPS self-test

3.3.4 Silencing the buzzer

3.3.5 Switching off

3.4 Use: Abnormal Conditions

3.4.1 On battery

3.4.2 Battery low

3.4.3 Overload

3.4.4 Bypass operation

3.4.5 Replace battery

3.4.6 Short circuit

4 COMMUNICATION ............................................................................. 14

4.1 Description

4.2 RS232

4.3 Dry contact

4.4 SNMP plug-in card (optional)

5 OPTIONAL FEATURES ...................................................................... 17

5.1 Extended Runtime

5.2 TVSS (Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor)

6 MAINTENANCE................................................................................... 17

6.1 General maintenance

6.2 Batteries - general

6.3 Batteries - replacement

6.3.1 Battery replacement procedure 1kVA

6.3.2 Battery replacement procedure 1.5/2.2kVA

6.3.3 Battery replacement procedure 3kVA

6.4 Recycling the UPS at the end of service life

7 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................ 19

8 SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................... 20

1 - Important Safety Instructions

1.1 Save these instructions

This manual contains important instructions for the ACE Plus Series UPS system
which should be followed during installation and maintenance of the UPS and the
batteries.

Before attempting to install and start up the UPS, carefully read
this manual. Keep this manual next to the UPS for future
references.
All servicing must be done by qualified personnel. Do not attempt
to service the UPS unless you have had proper training.

WARNING: By opening or removing covers you run the risk of

exposure to dangerous voltages!

While every care has been taken to ensure the completeness and accuracy of
this manual, POWERVAR 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
POWERVAR. Due to technical improvements, some of the information
contained in this manual may be changed without notice.

1.2 General

• CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

• The UPS has an internal battery supply, with a nominal voltage of (UPS rating /

voltage): 1kVA / 36Vdc, 1.5kVA / 48Vdc, 3kVA / 72Vdc.

• The appliance outlets may be electrically live, even when the UPS is disconnected
from the utility supply. Dangerous voltages may be present during battery operation.

• The batteries must be disconnected during maintenance or service work.

• The UPS contains potentially hazardous voltages.

1.3 Installation

• The unit should be installed by service personnel.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, install this UPS in a temperature and humidity

controlled indoor area free of conductive contaminants.

• Ambient temperature must not exceed 40°C (104°F). Optimal battery lifetime is
obtained if the ambient temperature does not exceed 30°C (86°F).

• It is important that the unit h as adequate ventilation. Maintain air movement around
and through the unit. Do not block the air vents.

• Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near heat sources.

• The UPS should onl y be powered from a 2-pole 3-wire grounded wall outlet. This

outlet must be easily accessible and located near the UPS.

• Do not use extension cords when connecting the UPS to the utility power supply.

• The AC output of the UPS needs a disconnecting switch such as a breaker, which

has to be provided by others.

• The over current protection for the output AC circuit has to be provided b y others . All
of our UPS have an electronic protection of AC output short circuit.

• Avoid spilling liquids on or dropping any foreign object into the UPS.

• Do not plug a laser printer or household appliances such as electric heaters or

vacuum cleaners into the UPS. The UPS output is intended to be used only for
electronic loads such as computers and telecommunications equipment.

• Upon installation, it should be ensured that the sum of the leakage currents of th e
UPS and the connected loads does not exceed 3.5mA.

• Properly trained personnel should operate the unit.

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1.4 Batteries

• NOTE: Servicing of batteries should be performed or supervised by personnel
knowledgeable of batteries and the required precautions. Keep unauthorized
personnel away from batteries.

• When replacing the batteries, use only the same number, type and size battery:

GP1272-F2 (CSB) or NP7-12(YUASA), LC-R127R2P (PANASONIC), BP7-12(BB)

or HR1234W F2 (CSB) or BP7-12(BB) GS7R2, HR9-12(BB).

• Avoid charging in a sealed container.

• CAUTION: Never dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries may explode.

• CAUTION: Do not open or mutilate batteries. Released electrolyte is harmful to the

skin and eyes. It may be toxic. If exposed to electrolyte, wash immediately with
plenty of water.

• CAUTION: A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short circuit
current. 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 disconnecting battery

terminals.

- Determine if the battery is inadvertently grounded. If inadvertently grounded,

remove source of ground. Contact with any part o f 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 (applicable to UPS and external
battery supply not having a grounded supply circuit).

• Proper disposal or recycling of the batteries is required. Refer to your local codes for
disposal requirements.

1.5 Transport/storage

• No liability can be accepted for any transport damage when the equipment is
shipped in non-original packaging.

• 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). If the unit is stored for
a period exceeding 3 months, optimal battery lifetime is obtained if the storage
temperature does not exceed 25°C (77°F).

• If the unit is stored for an e xtended period of time, the batteries must be recharged
periodically. Connect the unit to a working wall outlet and recharge th e batteries for
24 hours:

- Storage temperature within -20 and +30°C (-4°F and 86°F): every 3 months,

- Storage temperature within -20 and +45°C (-4°F and 113°F): every month.

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1.6 FCCIS Interference Statements

1kVA MODEL
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not install ed
and used in accordance with the instructions, ma y cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful 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 of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables

when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or mo difications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

1.5 and 3kVA MODELS

Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement
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 radiates radio freque nc y
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions manual, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. Op eration 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 their own expense.

FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance use only shielded interface cables

when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any changes or mo difications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.

2 - Installation

2.1 Package contents

The packing box contains an ACE Plus Series UPS system, an RS232 data cable, a CD
ROM, two mounting brackets with screws an d this manual. Carefully inspect the packing box
and its contents. If any damage is visible please immediately notify the carrier and/or dealer.

2.2 Location

Please refer to section 1.3 of ‘IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS’

2.3 Rear panel

1 Input

AC utility supply power to the UPS

2 Input breaker

Protects the UPS from damage
caused by high input currents

3 Output receptacles

To connect the critical load to the
UPS

4 Output circuit breaker

Protects the UPS from damage
caused by output overload

5 DC connector

To connect external battery pack
for extended runtime

6 Fan

Electronically controlled cooling
fan. Make sure ventilation air can
move freely around and trough the
UPS.

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7 Communication interface

RS232/dry contact. Allows
communication between computer
and UPS. See chapter 4 for more
detailed information.

8

TVSS - Transient Voltage Surge
Suppressor (RJ-45/RJ-11): To

prevent damage caused by surges,
noise and spikes traveling over the
telephone or network line.
(Optional)

9 SNMP Slot

An (optional) SNMP adapter can be
plugged into this port for managing
the UPS via the network. See
chapter 4 for more detailed
information.

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71

8 2 3

3 51 2689

7

9 8 6 2 1 3 5

4

7

8 7 6 2 8 3

4 5 19

1000VA

1500VA

2200VA

3000VA

Fig 2.1 Rear panels