Schneider Electric PDPM150G6F, PDPM150L6F, PDPM175G6H Operation
Power Distribution Unit
150/175 kVA
Operation
PDPM150G6F, PDPM150L6F, PDPM175G6H
12/2020
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Table of Contents
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INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Precautions .....................................................................................8
.........................................................................................7
Commissioning..........................................................................................10
Pre-Start Checklists ..................................................................................10
Initial Inspection Checklist ................................................................... 10
Electrical Inspection Checklist.............................................................. 10
User Interface Inspection Checklist ...................................................... 10
Final Inspection Checklist .................................................................... 10
Start-up Inspection Checklist ..................................................................... 11
Operation ................................................................................................... 13
Display Interface....................................................................................... 13
Navigate the Display Interface ............................................................. 13
Top Dynamic Display...........................................................................14
Main Menu Screen..............................................................................14
Menu Tree.......................................................................................... 15
Password Protection ........................................................................... 15
Modules Submenu....................................................................................16
View Module Status Information...........................................................16
View Power Distribution Module Information .........................................17
View Circuit Status Information ............................................................18
View or Reset Module Energy Usage ................................................... 19
Configure Individual Load Name, Location, and Alarm
Thresholds ......................................................................................... 20
Enable/Disable Alarm Thresholds for Individual Loads...........................20
Enable/Disable Module Breaker-Position Alarms................................... 21
Reset Module Alarm Settings to Default................................................21
Mass Configuration of Alarms .............................................................. 22
Reset Module Cable Settings to Their Default Values ............................ 23
Subfeeds Submenu .................................................................................. 24
View General Subfeed Information ....................................................... 24
View Subfeed Operational Status and Configure Name/Location............ 25
Configure Warning and Critical Alarm Thresholds for Subfeeds .............. 26
Enable or Disable Alarm Thresholds and Alarms for Subfeed
Breakers ............................................................................................ 27
Reset Subfeed Energy Usage..............................................................28
Totals Submenu ....................................................................................... 29
View Total Load Status ........................................................................29
Total Output Current by Phase ............................................................. 29
View or Reset Total Energy Usage by Phase......................................... 30
View Voltage and Frequency ...............................................................30
View Distribution Panel Settings........................................................... 30
Configure Critical and Warning Alarm Thresholds for Total Output
Current .............................................................................................. 31
Configure Critical and Warning Alarm Thresholds for Total Output
Voltage .............................................................................................. 32
Configure the Nominal Frequency Range to Affect Alarm
Conditions..........................................................................................32
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Environment Submenu .............................................................................33
View the Status or Configure Input Contact Settings ..............................33
Configure Output Relay Settings .......................................................... 34
Configure the Alarm Relay Map ........................................................... 35
View and Configure the Subfeed Menu.................................................36
Alarms Submenu...................................................................................... 37
View Alarms ....................................................................................... 37
Log Submenu........................................................................................... 39
View or Clear Log Items ...................................................................... 39
Admin Submenu....................................................................................... 40
Configure the Network Address Settings...............................................40
Upgrade Metering Board Firmware.......................................................40
Change the Password .........................................................................41
Change Display Interface Settings .......................................................41
Change the Date and Time on the Display Interface .............................. 42
Configure Device ID Settings ............................................................... 42
View System Component Information...................................................42
Set the Configuration to Factory Defaults..............................................43
Help Submenu .........................................................................................43
Use the Help Feature .......................................................................... 43
Modbus Configuration .............................................................................. 44
Configure Modbus Through the Display Interface........................................ 44
Modbus TCP Configuration.................................................................. 44
Modbus Serial Configuration................................................................ 44
Modbus Cable Connection ........................................................................ 45
Network Management Configuration ..................................................... 46
Overview .................................................................................................46
Initial Setup ........................................................................................ 46
Device IP Configuration Wizard............................................................ 46
Supported Web Browsers....................................................................47
Network Management Features ...........................................................47
Log On ....................................................................................................47
URL Address Formats......................................................................... 47
Security ...................................................................................................48
Access Priority for Logging On ............................................................. 48
User Accounts .................................................................................... 48
Watchdog Features .................................................................................. 48
Network Interface Watchdog Mechanism .............................................. 48
Resetting the Network Timer................................................................48
Recover from a Lost Password .................................................................. 49
Maintenance ..............................................................................................50
Parts Replacement ................................................................................... 50
Determine if you Need a Replacement Part........................................... 50
Return Parts ....................................................................................... 50
Power Distribution Modules ....................................................................... 51
Component Identification..................................................................... 51
Module Circuit Breaker Operation ........................................................52
Install a Power Distribution Module.......................................................53
Remove a Power Distribution Module ...................................................59
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ 60
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LEDs on Power Distribution Modules ......................................................... 60
Status and Alarm Messages......................................................................60
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INSTRUCTIONS 150/175 kVA
Important Safety Instructions — SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions carefully and look at the equipment to become familiar
with it before trying to install, operate, service or maintain it. The following safety
messages may appear throughout this manual or on the equipment to warn of
potential hazards or to call attention to information that clarifies or simplifies a
procedure.
The addition of this symbol to a “Danger” or “Warning” safety
message indicates that an electrical hazard exists which will result in
personal injury if the instructions are not followed.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages with this symbol
to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or
equipment damage.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment
damage.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury. The safety
alert symbol shall not be used with this type of safety message.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.
Please Note
Electrical equipment should only be installed, operated, serviced, and maintained
by qualified personnel. No responsibility is assumed by Schneider Electric for any
consequences arising out of the use of this material.
A qualified person is one who has skills and knowledge related to the construction,
installation, and operation of electrical equipment and has received safety training
to recognize and avoid the hazards involved.
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Safety Precautions
Important Safety Instructions — SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important instructions that must be followed during
installation, operation, and maintenance of the PDU. For safety reasons, only
trained users are allowed to operate the display interface and replace the Power
Distribution Modules (PDMs).
DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
Electrical equipment must be installed, operated, serviced, and maintained only
by qualified personnel.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
To remove a Power Distribution Module:
• Turn off all power supplying the equipment and perform appropriate lockout/
tagout procedures before installing or removing the Power Distribution
Module.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
• The PDU must be installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code
or the Canadian Electrical Code and all applicable local codes
• Service access areas are locked with a Red Key. The Red Keys must remain
under the control of qualified service personnel.
• Wear appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE) when performing
maintenance on this PDU.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
UNEXPECTED BEHAVIOR OF APPLICATION
Only trained users should operate the display and replace the Power
Distribution Modules.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or
equipment damage.
CAUTION
UNPROTECTED OUTPUTS
Apply circuit protection to all outputs.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment
damage.
Regulatory Agency Approval
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
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radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the installation guide, 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.
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Commissioning
Pre-Start Checklists
DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
• Procedures in this section should only be performed by qualified personnel.
• Equipment must be properly de-energized and locked-out prior to performing
service.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
After installation, verify that all components are working properly and that the
equipment is ready to begin operation.
Initial Inspection Checklist
Ensure the:
• Installation procedure is complete according to the installation manual.
• Equipment shows no signs of damage.
• Clearance around the equipment is in accordance with local and national
codes and regulations as well as the installation manual.
• Equipment is leveled and joined to the adjacent racks as specified in the
installation manual.
Electrical Inspection Checklist
Ensure the:
• Incoming voltages match the phase and voltage listing on the nameplate.
• Electrical wiring complies with local and national codes and regulations.
• Equipment is properly grounded.
• All field electrical connections are tight.
• Circuit breakers are correct.
User Interface Inspection Checklist
Ensure the:
• The building management system is connected correctly.
• The network port is connected correctly and an IP address has been
assigned to the equipment.
Final Inspection Checklist
Ensure the:
• System is clean and free from debris.
• Packaging materials are disposed off properly.
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Start-up Inspection Checklist
DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH
• Procedures in this section should only be performed by qualified personnel.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when checking
hazardous voltages.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
• Verify that the PDU is in Total Power OFF mode.
◦ The following circuit breakers are all set to OFF.
– UIB - Unit Input Breaker
– MOB - Main Output Breaker
– UOB1 - Unit Output Breaker 1
– UOB2 - Unit Output Breaker 2
◦ All modules are OFF.
• Power up the PDU:
◦ Make sure the circuit breaker for the Fan tray is set to ON.
◦ Set the following circuit breakers to ON.
– UIB - Unit Input Breaker
– MOB - Main Output Breaker
◦ If your system uses subfeeds, set the following circuit breakers to ON.
– UOB1 - Unit Output Breaker 1
– UOB2 - Unit Output Breaker 2
◦ Set all modules that will be used to ON.
• Verify that the display interface is working properly.
• Verify through the display interface that the PDU sees the correct number of
power modules.
• Using a phase rotation meter, verify phase rotation.
• Resolve any unexpected alarms.
• Configure the date and time through the display interface.
• Review the Event Log. Check for abnormalities in the log. Resolve any
abnormalities in the log. Clear the Event Log when you are finished.
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REAR
INTERNAL PANELS REMOVED FOR CLARITY
Circuit Breaker Identification
Item Description
1 UIB - Unit Input Breaker
2 MOB - Main Output Breaker
3 Fan Tray Circuit Breaker
4 Module Circuit Breaker
5
UOB1 - Unit Output Breaker 1
6 UOB2 - Unit Output Breaker 2
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ESC
?
Normal
Check
Log
Warning
Critical
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Operation
Display Interface
1 Normal LED Green = no alarms are present.
2 Check Log LED Green = a new event has been added to the
3 Warning LED Yellow = there are one or more active
4 Critical LED Red = there are one or more active critical
5
6 UP and DOWN keys Used to scroll through menu items.
7 ENTER Press to display new screens, open menu
8 ? - HELP Press to open content-sensitive help.
9 ESC Press to return to the previous screen.
Navigate the Display Interface
log.
warning alarms in the system.
alarms in the system.
LCD Screen Displays alarms, status data, instructional
help, and configuration items.
items, and finalize selections.
1. Selector arrow. Press the UP or DOWN arrow key 4 to move the selector
arrow to a menu option or setting. Press the ENTER key to view the selected
screen or modify the setting.
2. Continue arrows. Indicate that additional screens are available on a menu or
status screen. Press the UP or DOWN arrow key to view the additional items.
3. Input arrows. Input arrows next to a selected setting indicate that the setting
can be modified by pressing the UP or DOWN arrow key. Press the ENTER
key to save the change or the ESC key to cancel.
4. Press the UP or DOWN arrow key to:
a. navigate the selector arrow through the menu prompts
b. change the target item
c. edit a text string. Press the UP or DOWN arrow key to change the
character in the text string.
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Press ENTER to confirm and advance to the next character.
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Top Dynamic Display
When the system is running, the display interface will automatically scroll through
a series of screens showing general information about the PDU and any active
alarms on the system.
You can press the UP or DOWN arrow keys to manually scroll through these
screens.
Press ENTER at any time to go to the main menu screen.
If the display interface is inactive for the duration of a user-configured time-out
setting, it will return to the top dynamic display.
Overview Screens (No active alarms)
No Active Alarms
System Date/Time:
28-May-2012 10:37:01
Main Menu Screen
Out
L1:
L2:
L3:
Output Voltage
L1: 00V L1-2: 0V
L2: 00V L2-3: 0V
L3: 00V L3-1: 0V
Amps
0.0
0.0
0.0
kW
0.00
0.00
0.00
kVA
00.0
00.0
00.0
Overview Screen Alarm Shown
Active Alarms: 1 of 15
Communication Lost
With Metering Board
[1.6]
The main menu screen is the top-level screen on the display interface. The main
menu contains eight submenus that allow you to monitor and configure specific
aspects of the system.
Modules
Subfeeds
Totals
Environment
Alarms
Log
Admin
Help
NOTE: Pressing the UP arrow key when the first item in the main menu is
selected will result in the cursor moving to the last item on the screen, and vice
versa.
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Input Contacts
Output Relays
Alarm Relay Map
Total Load Status
Total Load by Phase
Total Energy Usage
Status & Config
Factory
Main Menu
Modules
Subfeeds
Totals
Environment
Date/Time
Factory Defaults
Firmware Upgrade
Network Setup
Local Interface
Date/Time
Device ID
Manufacturer Data
New Logged Items
Entire Log
Clear Log
All Active Alarms
Active by Severity
Active by Type
Help
Admin
Log
Alarms
Module View
Load/Energy Meter
Circuit Config
Output Alarms Cfg
Volt-Meter
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Menu Tree
Password Protection
Certain screens can be configured to require a predefined password in order to
allow the user access to those screens. Pressing the ENTER key after selecting a
protected screen will result in the user being prompted for the password.
Passwords are case sensitive and can be up to eight characters in length. Use the
UP or DOWN arrow keys to scroll to different letters in the alphabet. Upper case
characters are shown first and then lower case characters. Press the ENTER key
to make a character selection. After you make your selection, the cursor will
automatically move to the location of the next character. At the end of the string,
select the underline (“_”) character and press ENTER.
Your system administrator may configure some screens to be passwordprotected. The input password will expire after a period of inactivity also
configured by the administrator.
Enter password:
*****
Incorrect Password:
Press any key to
Try again...
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Modules Submenu
View Module Status Information
1. From the main menu screen, select Modules > Module View.
2. Press ENTER at the Module number. Scroll through the module list to the
specific module and press ENTER.
3. To view more information about the module, select Circuit Details and press
ENTER.
Module:↕00 of 00
Status: Critical
→ Circuit Details
About This Module
4. For 3-cable modules, select the relevant cable and press ENTER.
Module 00:
>Cable 1:
→>Cable 2:
>Cable 3:
Cable 0:
Normal
Critical
Normal
5. Scroll through the three status screens to view power level, amperage, and
alarm status of the selected module. Note the warning alarm on L2 in the
example below. An alarm status of High!, Low!, Min!, or Max! indicates a
reading above or below the threshold level.
Module 00,
Name
Circuit (Name)
Power: 00.0 kW
Mod 00, Breakers:
L1: Closed
L2: Open
L3: Closed
Mod 00, Cable 0:
L1: 0.0A 0.0%
L2: 0.0A 0.0% High!
L3: Closed
Cable 0:
Critical
↓
↑
↓
↑
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View Power Distribution Module Information
1. From the main menu screen, select Modules > Module View and press
ENTER.
2. Press ENTER at the Module number. Scroll through the module list to the
specific module and press ENTER.
3. Select About This Module and press ENTER.
Module:↕00 of 00
Status: Normal
Circuit Details
→ About This Module
4. The selected module is shown in this submenu.
Module: 00
Module Mfg Info a
Cable Details b
Breaker Ratings c
Select to view either:
a. Module Mfg Info
Module 00 Info:
Model: xxxxxxxxxx
S/N: xxxxxxxxxxxx
Mfg Date: dd/mm/yyyy
b. Cable Details
Mod 00, Cable: 0 of 0
Length: 0.0ft (0.0m)
Connector: IEC309-3W
Voltages 400V
c. Breaker Ratings
Mod 00, Cable: ↕0 of 0
Breaker Ratings:
L1:0.0A L2:0.0A L3:0.0A
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View Circuit Status Information
The Load/Energy screens are used for status information on a circuit level and the
data is grouped by output cable. Scroll through the list to the specific circuit. The
circuit names are stated for identification.
1. From the main menu screen, select Modules > Load/Energy Meter.
2. Select from the Circuit Loading submenu:
Circuit Loading
→ Current & Power a
Percent Loading b
Energy Usage kWh c
a. Current & Power
Mod 00 Cable: 0 of 0
Circuit Name
L1:0A L2:0A L3:0A
Total Power: 0.00kW
b. Percent Loading
Mod 00, Cable: 0 of 0
L1: 0.0A 0.0%
L2: 0.0A 0.0%
L3: 0.0A 0.0%
c. Energy Usage (kWh)
Mod 00 Cable: 0 of 0
Circuit Name
Energy: 0000000.0 kWh
Reset: mm/dd/yyyy
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View or Reset Module Energy Usage
1. From the main menu screen, select Modules > Load/Energy Meter >
Energy Usage (kWh).
2. Press ENTER at the Module number. Scroll through the module list to the
specific module and press ENTER.
3. To reset energy usage, select Reset and press ENTER.
Mod 00 Cable: 0 of 0
Circuit (Name)
Energy: 0000000.0 kWh
→ Reset: mm/dd/yyyy
4. Select the scope of the reset: only the selected cable or module, or all
modules in the PDU.
Select kWh to Reset:
→ Mod: 00 Cable: 0
All of Module 00
All System Modules
5. Select YES, Reset kWh Now to authorize the reset, or NO. ABORT to abort.
Confirm kWh Reset
< type of reset >
NO. ABORT
→ YES, Reset kWh Now
6. The screen confirms that the reset has been completed. Press any key to
continue.
kWh Reset Complete
Press any key ...
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Configure Individual Load Name, Location, and Alarm Thresholds
1. From the main menu screen, select Modules > Circuit Config > Individual
Load Cfg.
2. Scroll to the desired module and cable and press ENTER.
Mod: 00 Cable: 0 of 0
< Circuit Name >
→ Name/Location a
Alarm Configuration b
a. Move the selector arrow to Name/Location and press ENTER.
Specify the name and location.
→M 00 Cable: 0 of 0
Circuit Name
Location
Zone 0. Row 0. Rack 0
b. Select Alarm Configuration and press ENTER.
From the next screen, select Warning Thresholds or Critical
Thresholds. Press ENTER. Scroll to the desired High and Low
threshold. Enabled or Disabled the Alarm for each. Press ENTER.
M 00 Cable: 0 of 0
Alarms: Enabled
→ Alarm Thresholds
Reset to Defaults
M 00 Cable: 0 of 0
→ Warning Thresholds
Critical Thresholds
Position Alarms
M 00 Cable: 0 of 0
Warning Thresholds
→ High: 000% (00.0A)
Alarm: Enabled
Enable/Disable Alarm Thresholds for Individual Loads
1. From the main menu screen, select Modules > Circuit Config > Individual
Load Cfg > Module # > Alarm Configuration > Alarm Thresholds.
2. Select Alarms and press ENTER. The input arrow will be activated and you
can use the UP or DOWN arrow key to select Enabled or Disabled. Press
ENTER when finished to save the setting.
M 00 Cable: 0 of 0
→ Alarms:↕Enabled/Disabled
Alarm Thresholds
Reset to Defaults
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