Sure-Lites Lifeway II Micro Specification

Sure-Lites Lifeway II Micro Series Specification and Technical Description

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Sure-Lites Lifeway II Micro Series

GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS

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TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

500W, 1000W, 1500W and 2000W

Single-Phase Emergency Power System

This description contains all the necessary functional and technical information for the Lifeway II
Micro series of uninterruptible power supplies.

This specification also provides electrical and mechanical characteristics and an overall
description of the typical operation of an Lifeway II Micro system.

Sure-Lites reserves the right to modify at any time, without notice, the technical characteristics,
illustrations and weights indicated in this document.

SECTION 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 SPECIFICATION

This specification defines the electrical and mechanical characteristics and requirements for a
stand-by, single-phase, solid-state uninterruptible central inverter system, hereafter referred to

as the CIS system. The CIS shall provide high quality, AC power for today’s electronic lighting

loads (power factor corrected and self-ballast fluorescent, incandescent, HID, LED, quartz and
halogen) during emergency backup.

The CIS shall incorporate a high frequency pulse width modulated (PWM) sine wave inverter
utilizing MOSFET technology, a microprocessor controlled inverter, a temperature compensating
battery charger, and a user-friendly control panel with audible and visual alarms.

1.2 DESIGN STANDARDS
The CIS shall be designed in accordance with the applicable sections of the current revision of

the following documents. Where a conflict arises between these documents and statements
made herein, the statements in this specification shall supersede.

• UL-924

• ANSI C62.41 (IEEE 587)

• ANSI C62.42.45 (Cat. A & B)

• National Electrical Code

• NFPA-101

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• OSHA and Life Safety Code

• New York Department of Buildings Approved

1.3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

1.3.1 Design Requirements - Electronics Module
A. Nominal input/output Voltage

The Input and Output voltage of the CIS shall be pre-configured to match the user
specified input and load requirements. Available voltages are 120, 208, 240 and
277VAC.

Input: _____ VAC, 1-phase, 2-wire-plus-ground
Output: _____ VAC, 1-phase, 2-wire-plus-ground

B. Output Load Capacity
The output load capacity of the UPS shall be rated in VA at unity power factor. The
CIS shall be able to supply the rated kW from .5 lagging to .5 leading power factor.

Rating: _____ VA/W

C. Field Upgradeable

The CIS shall be able to be upgraded from 500VA to 2000VA in 500VA increments by
adding battery modules.

1.3.2 Design Requirement - Battery System
A. Battery Cells

The CIS shall be provided with sealed, valve regulated lead acid batteries.
B. Reserve Time

The battery system shall be sized to provide the necessary reserve time to feed
the inverter in case of a mains failure.

Battery Reserve time: ____ minutes (90, 120 or 240)
C. Recharge Time

The battery charger shall recharge the fully discharge batteries within a 24 hour period.
The charger shall be an integrated 3 step, microprocessor controlled and temperature
compensating.

1.3.2 Design Requirement – Transformer Module

For systems with input or output voltages other than 120 or 277 VAC or mixed input to output
voltages additional; transformers will be required. All required transformers will be mounted in
one additional enclosure.

1.3.3 Modes of Operation
The CIS shall be designed to operate with less than a 2-millisecond (no break) transfer time:

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A. Normal

The CIS Inverter is normally in Standby mode and the commercial AC power continuously
supplies the critical load. The input converter (bi-directional transformer) derives power
from the commercial AC power source and supplies to the inverter while simultaneously
providing floating charge to the batteries.

B. Emergency

Upon failure of the commercial AC power the inverter instantaneously, with a maximum of
a 2-millisecond break, switches its power supply from the input converter to the battery
system. There shall be a no loss of power to the critical load upon failure or restoration of
the utility source. The dedicated emergency output circuit will remain on during a power
outage and continue to remain on after the utility power source has returned to
acceptable conditions.

C. Recharge

Upon restoration of commercial AC power after a power outage, the input converter shall
automatically restart and start charging the batteries. The critical loads are powered by
the commercial AC power again.

1.3.4 Performance Requirements

1.3.4.1 AC Input to CIS
A. Voltage Configuration for Standard Units: 1-phase, 2-wire-plus-ground.

B. Voltage Range: (+10%, -15%)
C. Frequency: 60 Hz. (+/- 3%)

D. Power Factor: . 5 lagging / leading

E. Inrush Current: 1.25 times nominal input current, 10 times 1 line cycle for

incandescent loads
F. Current Limit: 125% of nominal input current
G. Current Distortion: 10% THD maximum from 50% to full load
H. Surge Protection: Sustains input surges without damage per standards set in

UL924

1.3.4.2 AC Output, CIS Inverter
A. Voltage Configuration for Standard Units: 1-phase, 2-wire-plus-ground

B. Static Voltage Stability: Load current changes +/- 2%, battery discharge +/- 12.5%
C. Dynamic Voltage Stability: +/- 3% (25% step load)
D. Dynamic Recovery Time to within 1% of nominal: 3 cycles (0-100% load step)
E. Output Harmonic Distortion: < 3% (with linear load)

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F. Frequency: 60 Hz (+/- .05Hz during emergency mode)
G. Load Power Factor Range: 0.5 lagging to 0.5 leading
H. Output Power Rating: VA = W
I. Overload Capability: to 100% continuous rating

to 115% for 5 minutes
to 150% for 12 line cycles

J. Crest Factor: <= 2.8
K. Efficiency >= 98% on Utility

1.4 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The CIS shall be capable to operate within the specified design and performance criteria
provided that the following environmental conditions are met:

A. Storage/Transport Temperature:

-4 to 158 deg. F (-20 to 70 deg. C) without batteries
0 to 104 deg. F (-18 to 40 deg. C) with batteries*
* Maximum recommended storage temperature for batteries is 25 deg. C for up to six
months. Storage at up to 40 deg. C is acceptable for a maximum of three months.

B. Relative Humidity: 0 to 95% non-condensing
C. Altitude: Operating: to 10,000 ft. (3,000 m) above sea level
De-rated 5% per Km above 3 Km
Storage/Transport: to 40,000 ft. (12.2 Km) above sea level

D. Audible Noise: 45 dBA @ 1 meter from surface of the CIS

1.5 SUBMITTALS

1.5.1 Proposal Submittals

Submittals with the proposal shall include the following:
A. System configuration with single-line diagrams
B. Functional relationship of equipment including weights dimensions and heat

dissipation
C. Descriptions of equipment to be furnished, including deviations from these

specifications
D. Size and weight of units to be handled by installing contractor
E. Detailed layouts of customer power and control connections
F. Detailed installation drawings including all terminal locations

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1.5.2 CIS Delivery Submittals
Submittals upon CIS delivery shall include:

A. A complete set of submittal drawings
B. One set of instruction manuals. Manuals shall include a functional description of the

equipment, installation, safety precautions, instructions, step-by-step

operating procedures and routine maintenance guidelines, including illustrations.

1.6 WARRANTY

1.6.1 CIS Module

The CIS manufacturer shall warrant the electronics module against defects in materials and
workmanship for 12 months after initial start-up or 18 months after ship date, whichever occurs
first.

1.6.2 Battery
The battery manufacturer’s standard warranty shall be passed through to the end user.
Sealed Lead Calcium VRLA, 10-year life expectancy – one-year full replacement warranty plus
an additional nine years pro-rata.

1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.7.1 Factory Testing

Before shipment, the manufacturer shall fully and completely test the system to assure
compliance with the specification.

SECTION 2.0 PRODUCT

2.1 FABRICATION

All materials of the CIS shall be new, of current manufacture, high grade, free from all defects
and shall not have been in prior service except as required during factory testing.

The CIS module shall be housed in a single freestanding or multiple wall mountable NEMA type 1
enclosure(s). Front access only shall be required for installation, adjustments and expedient
servicing (MTTR: < 15 minutes). All components shall have a modular design and quick
disconnect means to facilitate field service.

Battery module(s) may be separated from electronics module. All modules may be stacked on
the floor or, modules shall be capable of wall mounted stacked vertically or horizontally.

The CIS shall be powder painted with the manufacturer’s standard color. The CIS shall be
constructed of replaceable subassemblies. Like assemblies and like components shall be
interchangeable.

Cooling of the CIS shall be forced-air in emergency mode with internally mounted fans to
minimize audible noise. Fans shall not operate in the standby mode. Fan power shall be
provided by the CIS. Air filters shall not be required.

2.2 COMPONENTS

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The CIS shall be comprised of the following components:

A. CIS Module - The CIS module shall contain an inverter, an AC distribution with an

input circuit breaker, back-feed relay, battery circuit breaker, normally on output circuit
breaker, control, and monitoring subsystems. A circuit breaker and fuse access panel
shall be provided

B. Battery Module - The battery module(s) shall contain the battery plant required to

produce the reserve energy to supply the inverter during abnormal AC mains
conditions.

2.2.1 Battery Charger
A. General

In the standard configuration the charger converts ac voltage to dc voltage. With commercial
power present, the inverter power transformer is powered and the MOSFET modules are
microprocessor controlled to recharge the batteries. The temperature compensated battery
charger circuit supplies constant voltage and constant current to the batteries. Once the
batteries have received a full recharge, a constant trickle charge maintains batteries at maximum
level. Recharge time is 24 hours maximum at nominal ac input voltage. The ac ripple current of
the dc output meets the battery manufacturer specification, thus ensuring the maximum battery
lifetime.
B. AC Input Current

The charger unit is provided with an ac input current limiting circuit whereby the maximum input
current shall not exceed 125% of the output full current rating.

C. Automatic Restart
Upon restoration of utility AC power, after a utility AC power outage and after a full CIS automatic

end-of-discharge shutdown, the CIS will automatically restart, performing the normal
CIS start up.

D. DC Filter

The charger shall have and output filter to minimize AC ripple voltage into the battery.
Under no conditions shall ripple voltage into the battery exceed 2% RMS.

E. Battery Recharge

The charger is capable of producing battery-charging current sufficient enough to recharge the
fully discharged battery bank within a 24-hour period. After the battery is recharged, the charger
shall maintain full battery charge until the next emergency operation.

F. Over-voltage Protection
The charger is equipped with a DC over-voltage protection circuit so that if the DC voltage rises

above the pre-set limit, the charger is to shut down automatically and initiate an alarm condition.

2.2.2 Inverter

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A. General
The inverter converts dc voltage supplied by the battery to ac voltage of a precisely stabilized

amplitude and frequency that is suitable for powering most sophisticated electrical equipment.
The inverter output voltage is generated by sinusoidal pulse width modulation (PWM). The use of
a high carrier frequency for PWM and a dedicated ac filter circuit consisting of a transformer and
capacitors, ensure a very low distortion of the output voltage (THD<3% on linear loads).

B. Overload Capability
The inverter during emergency modes shall be capable of supplying current and voltage for

overloads exceeding 100% and up to 150% of full load current for 12 line cycles, 115% for 5
minutes and 110% for 10 minutes.

C. Output Power Transformer
A dry type power transformer provides the inverter AC output. The transformer is built

with copper wiring exclusively. The hottest winding temperature of the transformer shall not
exceed the temperature limit of the transformer insulation class of material at ambient
temperature.

2.2.3 Display and Controls
A. Monitoring and Control

The CIS system provides operation monitoring and control, audible alarms, LED indicators, and
diagnostics. The front-mounted control panel includes a 2-line 20-character LED display, and a
keypad to control and monitor the internal operation of the system. This allows the operator to

easily “watch” system functions as they occur and check on virtually any aspect of the system’s

operation. Monitoring and control are microprocessor-based for accuracy and reliability. To
ensure only authorized personnel can operate the unit, the system is multi-level password
protected for all control functions and parameter changes.

B. Metering
Scrolling through the meter functions can monitor the following measurements:

- Utility input voltage

- System output voltage

- Battery voltage

- Battery current

- System output current

- System output VA

- Inverter wattage

- System temperature

- Date & time

C. LED Indication

The front panel with integrated LEDs allows a quick check of the CIS operating status.

- AC Present (Green)

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- System Ready (Green)

- Battery Charging (Yellow)

- Battery Power (Yellow)

- Fault (Red)
D. Audible Alarm
Audible alarm will activate with any of the following conditions and automatically store the 50

most recent events and alarms.

- High battery charger voltage

- Low battery charger voltage

- High AC input voltage

- Low AC input voltage

- Near low battery voltage

- Low battery voltage

- Load reduction fault

- High Ambient temperature

- Inverter fault

- Output fault

- Output overload

2.2.4 Manual and Programmable Testing

The system shall incorporate a manual test function and two automatic test modes. The system
will perform a programmable, self-diagnostic monthly test for 5 minutes, which is preset, for the
15th of every month and the user can program the event time of day. The yearly self-diagnostic
test is for 90 minutes and the user can program the day and the time of the day the event is to
take place. The microprocessor automatically records the last 75 test events in its own separate
test result log.

2.2.5 Battery Assembly
The batteries are sealed, lead-acid valve regulated battery cells with a ten year prorated

warranty.
Precut cable wires between the inverter and the batteries are included to provide easy
installation. A disconnect means shall be included for isolation of battery assembly from the CIS
module, consisting of a fuse in each battery enclosure and a DC breaker in the CIS module

2.2.6 System Options

- RS232 Diagnostic Interface:

A microprocessor-based data acquisition system designed to monitor all the system
parameters remotely. Monitors alarm log, event log and automatic test log. User can
command the system to perform a battery test and review all system parameters. Access is
through a DB9 connector and transmits at 9600 baud.

- Output Circuit Breaker Trip Alarm:

An audible and visual alarm activates when an output distribution circuit breaker is open or
has tripped.

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- Summary Form “C” Contacts:

Form “C” contacts are rated at 5 amps maximum at 250VAC/30VDC. Dry contacts will

change state when any system alarm activates. Contacts change states with the following
alarms: High/low battery charger fault, near low battery, low battery, load reduction fault,
output overload, high/low AC input volts, high ambient temperature, inverter fault, and with
optional circuit breaker trip alarm.

- Remote Meter Panel:

This allows greater flexibility to monitor all the system parameters from a remote location up
to 300 feet away from the system. This allows the user to remotely monitor the status of the
inverter. Also allows user to control and program the inverter from a remote location.

- Normally Off Output

This output circuit is dedicated for the emergency only equipment. Emergency only
equipment operates during power outages and when the system is on battery back up. This
option leaves the normally off load circuits off during normal utility power conditions.
A 1-pole circuit breaker is provided.

- Extended Run Times

Additional battery modules may be added to increase emergency run time up to 240
minutes.

2.2.7 Accessories

- Modem:

Modems are devices that boost the signal level of the RS-232 diagnostic interface
communications to a remote location that is more than 100 feet away from the system.

SECTION 3.0 EXECUTION

3.1 WIRING

All wiring shall be installed in conduit. Input and output wiring shall enter the cabinet in separate
conduits.

3.2 UNIT START-UP and SITE TESTING
Site start-up and testing shall be provided by the manufacturer’s field service representative

during normal working hours (Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. EST). Individual scheduling
requirements can usually be met with 7 working days advance notice. Site testing shall consist of
a complete test of the CIS and accessories by the CIS manufacturer in accordance with
manufacturer’s standards. Manufacturer’s approved service representative must perform
commissioning for two-year warranty applies.

3.3 REPLACEMENT PARTS

Parts shall be available through Field Service Centers throughout the country. Recommended
spare parts shall be fully stocked by local field service personnel with back up available from
manufacturing location.

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3.4 MAINTENANCE/ WARRANTY CONTRACTS
A complete offering of preventive and full-service maintenance contracts for both the CIS

system and batteries shall be available. An extended warranty and/or preventive maintenance
package shall be available. Factory-trained service personnel shall perform warranty and
preventive maintenance service. A five-year service contract will include a unit start-up and site
testing.