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Chapter 1 Installation of UPS Rack Unit

1.1 Introduction
This chapter introduces the relevant requirements for positioning and cabling of the LIEBERT APM UPS Rack
System and related equipment.
Because each site has its requirements, it is not the aim of this chapter to provide step-by-step installation
instructions, but to act as a guide for the general procedures and practices that should be observed by the installing
engineer.

Warning: installation can only be done by authorized engineers

Do not apply electrical power to the UPS equipment before the commissioning engineer arrives at installation site.
The UPS should be installed by a qualified engineer in accordance with the information contained in this chapter. All the
equipment not referred to in this manual is shipped with details of its own mechanical and electrical installation information.

Note: 3-Phase 4-Wire Input Power is required

The standard LIEBERT APM UPS system of Emerson can be connected to TN, TT and IT AC distribution system (IEC60364-3)
of 3-phase 4-wire, and a 3-wire to 4-wire conversion transformer is provided as an optional part.If the system is connected to IT AC
distribution system, its input needs to be fitted with a 4-pole circuit breaker in accordance with relevant IT system standard.

WARNING: battery hazards

SPECIAL CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN WORKING WITH THE BATTERIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EQUIPMENT.
When connecting the battery, the battery terminal voltage will exceed 400Vdc and is potentially lethal.
Eye protection should be worn to prevent injury from accidental electrical arcs.
Remove rings, watches and all metal objects.
Only use tools with insulated handles.
Wear rubber gloves.
If a battery leaks electrolyte, or is otherwise physically damaged, it must be replaced, stored in a container resistant to sulfuric acid
and disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
If electrolyte comes into contact with the skin, the affected area should be washed immediately with water.

1.2 Initial Checking

Perform the following checking operations prior to the UPS installation.
1. Visually examine if there is any damage inside and outside the UPS rack and battery equipment due to the
transportation. Report any such damage to the shipper immediately.
2. Verify the product label and confirm the correctness of the equipment. The equipment label is attached on the back
of front door. The UPS model, capacity and main parameters are marked on the label.

1.3 Location

1.3.1 UPS Location

The UPS is intended for indoor installation and should be located in a cool, dry and clean environment with adequate
ventilation to keep the environmental parameters within the specified operating range (see Tab. 9-2).
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The LIEBERT APM series UPS uses forced convection cooling by internal fans. Cooling air enters the module
through ventilation grills located at the front part of the cabinet and exhausted through grills located in the rear part of
the cabinet. Please do not block the ventilation holes.
If necessary, a system of extractor fans should be installed to aid cooling-air flow. An air filter should be used when
the UPS is to operate in a dirty environment and should be regularly cleaned to maintain airflow.
The cooling capacity of air conditioner should be selected according to the power loss data of UPS specified in Tab.
9-3: Normal mode (VFI SS 111 double-conversion UPS)
Note: The UPS should be installed on a cement surface or other surface that is not combustible.

1.3.2 External Battery Room

The battery will generate some amount of hydrogen and oxygen at the end of charging, so the fresh air volume of the
battery installation environment must meet EN50272-2001 requirements.
The ambient temperature of the battery must be stable. Ambient temperature is a major factor in determining the
battery capacity and life. The nominal operating temperature of battery is 20°C. Operating above this temperature will
reduce the battery life, and operation below this temperature will reduce the battery capacity. If the average operating
temperature of battery is increased from 20ºC to 30ºC, then the service life of the battery will be reduced by 50%. If
the operating temperature of the battery is above 40ºC, then the battery service life will be decreased in exponent
rate. In a normal installation, the battery temperature is maintained between 15°C and 25°C. Keep batteries away
from heat sources or air outlets.
If external batteries are to be used, the battery circuit breakers (or fuses) must be mounted as close as possible to
the batteries, and the connecting cables should be as short as possible.

1.3.3 Storing

Should the equipment not be installed immediately, it must be stored in a room so as to protect it Protection from
excessive humidity and heat sources (see Tab. 9-2).The battery needs to be stored in dry and cool place with good
ventilation. The most suitable storage temperature is 20 ºC to 25ºC.

Preventing battery deep discharge

Should the UPS remains unpowered for a prolonged period of time while the battery are connected, the batteryes may deeply
discharge and being so permanently damaged .In such cases it is therefore reccomented to leave the battery circuit breaker(s)
open. During storage in any case, periodically charge the battery according to the battery user manuals.

1.4 Positioning
When the equipment has been finally positioned, ensure the UPS will remain stationary and stable. To prolong the
service life, the choosen installation site must guarantee:

Space for easy operation on the UPS

Sufficient air to dispel the heat produced by the UPS

Protection from atmospheric agents

Protection from excessive humidity and heat sources

Protection against dust

Compliancy to the local fire prevention requirements

An operating environment temperature within +20°C to +25°C. The batteries are at maximum efficiency in this
temperature range (for information about the battery storage and transportation as well as the environment,
refer toTable 8-2 )

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1.4.1 System Cabinet

A UPS system can comprise an UPS rack system, external battery cabinet, depending on the specific system
requirement.
All the UPS system cabinets used in the same installation site are of the same height and should be positioned
side-by-side to achieve an aesthetically appealing effect.
Refer to Chapter 7 Installation Drawing for the positioning of UPS cabinet.

1.4.2 Mooving The Cabinets

Warning

Ensure that any lifting equipment used in moving the UPS cabinet has sufficient lifting capacity.
The UPS is fitted with castors – take care to prevent movement when unbolting the equipment from its shipping pallet. Ensure
adequate personnel and lifting aids are available when removing the shipping pallet.

Ensure that the UPS weight is within the weight loading capacity range of any hoisting equipment. See Tab. 1-1 for
UPS weight.
UPS and optional cabinets can be handled by means of a fork lift or similar equipment. The UPS cabinet can also be
moved by its castors when moving in a short distance.
Note: Care must be taken when handling units fitted with batteries. Keep such moves to a minimum.

1.4.3 Transporting The Cabinets

Note :
The unit can be shipped whit 1, 2 or 3 power modules installed but not with 4 or 5 ( to be ship separate), and cannot
be with any battery modules installed

1.4.4 Clearances Required For Operating

As LIEBERT APM series UPS has no ventilation grills at either sides, no clearances are required for the sides.
To enable routine tightening of power terminations within the UPS, it is recommended that clearance around the front
of the equipment should be sufficient to enable free passage of personnel with the doors fully opened. It is important
to leave a distance of 350mm in the rear side of the rack to permit adequate circulation of air coming out of the unit.
If the UPS make use of internal modular battery sufficient clearing shall be given at the back site to allow personnel to
operate the battery circuit breakers (~ 600mm)

1.4.5 Front Access

The component layout of the UPS rack system supports front access and repairing the UPS, thus reducing the space
requirement for side and rear access.

1.4.6 Final Positioning

When the equipment has been finally positioned, ensure the adjustable feet are set so that the UPS will remain
stationary and stable.

1.4.7 Installation Of Adjustable Feet

Installation diagrams in Chapter 4 of this manual identify the location of the holes in the base plate through which
the equipment can be bolted to the floor. If the UPS is to be located on a raised floor, it should be mounted on a
pedestal suitably designed to accept the UPS point loading (more than 1000 kg). Refer to the bottom view in Fig. 4-7
to design this pedestal and stable.
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1.4.8 UPS Composition

The UPS structure is shown in Fig. 1-1 The UPS configuration is provided in Tab. 1-1

Fig. 1-1: UPS Structure

Component Quantity Remarks

Item
1 System Display 1 Requisite, factpry installed
2 Maintenance Bypass 1 Requisite, factpry installed
3 Static Bypass module 1 Requisite, factory installed
4 Power module 1 ≤n ≤5 Requisite, factory installed if n≤3; 4th and 5th module installed at site
5 Battery module 0 ~ 10-n Optional, installed at site

Tab. 1-1: UPS configuration list

1.4.9 Installing Power Modules and Battery Modules

The number and possible installation positions of the Power Modules and Battery Modules may vary according to
the chosen factory configuration. Thanks to the different mounting depth it’s not possible to install a power module
instead of a battery module and vice versa.
Please install the power modules and Battery modules from bottom to top, so as to avoid cabinet toppling due to high
gravity center.

Installation procedures of power modules

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When installing power modules always work from the lower available space upwards to prevent raising the center of
gravity.
1. Use the DIP switch on the front panel of the module to set the module address. The setting range is from 1 to 5.
The module address should be exclusive. The setting method is shown in Tab. 1-2

Bit 1 Bit 2 Bit 3 Bit 4 Bit 5 Module address

1 0 0 0 0 1
0 1 0 0 0 2
1 1 0 0 0 3
0 0 1 0 0 4
1 0 1 0 0 5

Tab. 1-2: DIP switch setting method

2. Place the ready switch on the front panel of the module to the up position (i.e., in unready state).
3. Insert the module in the installation position, and push it into the cabinet.
4. Secure the module to the cabinet through the fixing holes on both sides of the front panel of the module.
5. Place the ready switch to the down position (i.e., in ready state).

DSP switch Fixing holes

Ready switch

DETAIL A

Fig. 1-2: Installing Power Modules

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Installation procedures of Battery Modules

When installing battery modules always work from the lower available space upwards to prevent raising the center of
gravity.
1. Open the front door
2. Insert the module in the installation position, and push it into the cabinet.
3. Secure the module to the cabinet trough the fixing holes on both side of the front panel of the module

1.4.10 Cable Entry

Cables can enter the LIEBERT APM series UPS rack system and battery cabinet from below. Cable entry is made
possible through a blanking plate fitted at the bottom of the equipment. The recommended installation practice is to
install glands to prevent foreign material or vermin entering the cabinet.

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1.5 External Protective Devices

For safety concerns, it is necessary to install external circuit breakers or other protective devices for the input AC
supply of the UPS system. This section provides generic practical information for qualified installation engineers. The
installation engineers should have the knowledge of the regulatory wiring standards, and of the equipment to be
installed.

1.5.1 Rectifier And Bypass Input Supply Of The UPS

Over currents
Install suitable protective devices in the distribution unit of the incoming mains supply, considering the power cable
current-carrying capacity and overload capacity of the system (see Tab. 9-7).
Generally it is recommended a magnetic circuit breaker with IEC60947-2 tripping curve C (normal) rated at the 125%
of the current listed in Tab. 9-7.
Split bypass: In case a split bypass is used, separate protective devices should be installed for the rectifier input and
bypass input in the incoming mains distribution panel.

Note

The rectifier input and bypass input must use the same neutral line.

Note

For IT power network system, 4-pole protective device must be installed on the external input distribution and external output
distribution of the UPS.

Protection against earth faults (RCD devices):

The RCD device installed upstream of the input supply should be:

Sensitive to DC unidirectional pulses (class A) in the network

Insensitive to transient current pulses

Have an average sensitivity that is adjustable between 0.3A and 1A.

Fig. 1-3: The symbols of RCCB

When using the RCD in the split bypass system or parallel system, the RCD should be installed in the upstream of
the input distribution to avoid wrong alarm.
The residual current introduced by RFI filter in the UPS is between 3.5mA and 1000mA. It is recommended to confirm
the sensitivity of each RCD of upstream input distribution and downstream distribution (to load).

1.5.2 External Battery

The DC compatible circuit breaker provides over current protection for UPS system and battery, which is provided by
the external battery cabinet. See Appendix A for a selection guide
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1.5.3 UPS Output

In the eventuality that an external distribution panel is used for load distribution, the selection of protective devices
must provide discrimination with those that are used at the input to the UPS (see Tab. 9-7).

1.6 Power Cables

Design the cables according to the descriptions in this section and local regulatory wiring standards, and the
environmental conditions (temperature and physical support media) should be taken into consideration. Refer to
IEC60950-1 Table 3B Cabling.

Warning

FAILURE TO FOLLOW ADEQUATE EARTHING PROCEDURES CAN RESULT IN EMI, ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, OR RISK
OF FIRE, SHOULD AN EARTH FAULT OCCUR.

Rated current (A) Busbar stud size

UPS Mains input current at full Output current at Battery discharging current at E.O.D Input /Output/ External
load and battery
power 1. 2 .3 full load2 =1.67V , no overload Bypass cables Battery Torque
charging
(kVA) 30 32 40 Diameter of Cable (Nm)
380V 400V 415V 380V 400V 415V Bolt (bolt)
Batt/string batt/string batt/string hole (mm)
150 278 264 254 228 217 209 526 493 394
120 222 211 204 183 174 167 421 394 316
90 167 159 153 137 130 126 316 296 237 M8 8 M8 5
60 111 106 102 92 87 84 211 197 158
30 56 53 51 46 44 42 106 99 79

Tab. 1-3 Maximum steady state AC and DC Current

Note:
1. Input current of common input configurations of rectifier and bypass
2. Take special care when determining the size of the output and bypass neutral cable, as the current circulating on
the neutral cable may be greater than nominal current in the case of non-linear loads, which is usually 1.732 times of
rated currents..
3. Add 7 A per each redundant Power Module
The earth cable connecting the UPS to the main ground system must follow the most direct route possible. The earth
conductor should be sized according to the fault rating, cable lengths, type of protection, etc. According to
2
AS/IEC60950-1, the cross section area of the conductor is 80mm (150kVA).
When sizing battery cables, a maximum volt drop of 4Vdc. is permissible at the current ratings given in Tab. 1-3. The
load equipment is connected to a distribution network of individually protected busbars fed by the UPS output rather
than connected directly to the UPS. In parallel multi-module systems, the output cable of each ups rack unit should
be kept at equal length between the output of the ups rack output terminals and the parallel distribution busbar to
avoid affecting the shared current. When laying the power cables, do not form coils, so as to avoid the formation of
electromagnetic interference.
See Chapter 4 Installation Drawing for the positions of wiring terminals.

Warning

FAILURE TO FOLLOW ADEQUATE EARTHING PROCEDURES CAN RESULT IN EMI, ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD OR RISK
OF FIRE, SHOULD AN EARTH FAULT OCCUR.

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UPS 150kVA UPS minimum distance to floor(mm)

Rectifier AC input bus 203
Bypass AC input bus 203
UPS AC output 200
Battery input bus 256
Auxiliary cables: Connected to monitoring board (U2) 1850

Tab. 1-4: Distances from floor to connection points

1.6.1 Cable Connections

Note

The operations described in this section must be performed by authorized electricians or qualified technical personnel.. If you have
any difficulties, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service & Support department at the address given at the beginning of this
manual.

After the equipment has been finally positioned and secured, refer to Chapter 4 Installation Drawing to connect the
power cables as described in the following procedures:
1. Verify that all the external input distribution switches of the UPS are completely opened and the UPS internal
maintenance bypass switch is opened. Attach necessary warning signs to these switches to prevent unauthorized
operation.
2. Open the doors of the UPS, remove the front protective cover and then the power connection buses are visible.
3. Connect the protective earth and any necessary grounding cables to the enclosure of the cabinet at the bottom
part of the UPS rack (close to the cabinet side where the output connection terminal strips are located).The cabinet
for the UPS must be connected to the user’s ground connection.
Note: The grounding cable and neutral cable must be connected in accordance with local and national codes
practice.
Identify and make power connections for incoming cables according to one of the two procedures below, depending
on the type of installation:
Common Input Connections

4. For common bypass and rectifier inputs, connect the AC input supply cables to the UPS input terminals
(mA-mB-mC-mN) Refer to
Fig. 4-11 and tighten the connections to 5 Nm (M6 Bolt).ENSURE CORRECT PHASE ROTATION.

Split Bypass Connections

5. If a 'split-bypass' configuration is used, connect the AC input supply cables to the rectifier input terminals
(mA-mB-mC-mN) Refer to
Fig. 4-11 and the AC bypass supply cables to the bypass input terminals (bA-bB-bC-bN) and tighten the connections
to 5 Nm (M6 Bolt). ENSURE CORRECT PHASE ROTATION.
Note: For split Bypass operation ensure that the busbars between Bypass and Rectifier inputs are removed. The
neutral line of bypass input must be connected to that of the rectifier input.
Frequency Converter Mode

If the frequency converter configuration is used, connect the AC input cables to the rectifier input terminals
(mA-mB-mC-mN) Refer to
Fig. 4-11 and tighten the connections to 5Nm (M6 bolt), or to 13Nm (M8 bolt) or to 26Nm (M10 bolt).ENSURE
CORRECT PHASE ROTATION AND TIGHTEN CONNECTION TERMINALS. No need to connect the bypass input
cables to bypass input terminals (bA-bB-bC-bN).
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Chapter 2 Battery Installation

2.1 General Recommendations

Take special care when operating the batteries of the LIEBERT APM UPS system. When all the battery cells
are connected, the battery voltage can exceed 400Vdc, which is potentially lethal.

Note

The precautions for battery installation, use and maintenance are to be provided by the batteryes manufacturers. The precautions
in this section include the key issues that must be considered during the installation design, which may be adjusted according to
the specific local situations.

Battery Room Design

• The battery shall be installed and stored in a clean, cool and dry environment.
• Do not install the battery in a sealed battery chamber or sealed room. The battery room ventilation shall at least meet
the requirement of EN50272-2001. Otherwise, battery bulging, fire and even human injury may be caused.
• The battery shall be installed far away from the heating source (e.g. transformer). Do not use or store the battery in the
place near the heating source or burn the battery or place it into fire. Otherwise, battery leakage, bulging, fire or
explosion may be caused.
• Batteries shall be placed in such a manner that two bare live parts with the potential difference of more than 150V shall
not be contacted at the same time. If it is unavoidable, insulated terminal cover and insulated cables shall be used for
connection.
• If external batteries are to be used, the battery circuit breakers (or fuses) must be mounted as close as possible to the
batteries, and the connecting cables should be as short as possible..

Battery Handling

When connecting the battery, follow the precautions for high-voltage operation

• Before accepting and using the battery, check the appearance the battery. If the package is damaged, or the battery
terminal is dirty, corroded or rusted or the shell is broken, deformed or has leakage, replace it with new product.
Otherwise, battery capacity reduction, electric leakage or fire may be caused.
o Before operating the battery, remove the finger ring, watch, necklace, bracelet and any other metal jewelry
o Wear rubber gloves.
o Eye protection should be worn to prevent injury from accidental electrical arcs.
o Only use tools (e.g. wrench) with insulated handles.
• The batteryes is very heavy. Please handle and lift the battery with proper method to prevent any human injury or
damage to the battery terminal.
• Do not decompose, modify or damage the battery. Otherwise, battery short circuit, leakage or even human injury may
be caused.
• The battery contains sulfuric acid. In normal operation, all the sulfuric acid is attached to the separation board and plate
in the battery. However, when the battery case is broken, the acid will leak from the battery.Therefore, be sure to wear a
pair of protective glasses, rubber gloves and skirt when operating the battery. Otherwise, you may become blind if acid
enters your eyes and your skin may be damaged by the acid.
• At the end of battery life, the battery may have internal short circuit, drain of electrolytic and erosion of positive/negative
plates.If this condition continues, the battery may have temperature out of control, swell or leak. Be sure to replace the
battery before these phenomena happen.
• If a battery leaks electrolyte, or is otherwise physically damaged, it must be replaced, stored in a container resistant to
sulfuric acid and disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
• If electrolyte comes into contact with the skin, the affected area should be washed immediately with water.
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2.2 LIEBERT APM Battery typologies

According to the requested configuration LIEBERT APM UPS may need internal and/or external batteries
Liebert APM can utilize two different battery typologies:
• Modular: consisting of a number of battery boxes each containing 10 batteries that cannot be accessed w/o
removing a protective cover, installed in the UPS and / or in a dedicated Modular Battery Cabinet, (MBC)
that allows to extend the runtime as long as the systems or it’s requirements grown adding additional battery
modules on-the-fly by means of touch free blind mate connectors.
• Traditional: consisting of one of more strings of battery blocks installed on shelves in a locked cabinet or
dedicated battery room

Note

• The battery modules, regardless if they are mounted internally to the UPS or in the MBC, make
uses of strings of 30 batteries.
• The Traditional external battery cabinet can make use of each even number of battery per string
between 30 and 40.
• The default factory setting, if the unit is ordered w/o internal battery is 40.
• The cabinet is only for valve regulated maintenance-free lead-acid battery.

CAUTION: -The lead acid battery may cause chemistry hazard

2.3 Safety

2.3.1 Modular Battery Cabinet.

Warning

• When handling the battery modules please refer to the label on it on how to operate
• Please use insulated glove to move battery modules.
• Do not to OPEN the battery boxes.
• Voltage between points 1 and 2 ( Fig. 2-1) may exceed 150V DC, so they must not be touched
and the cover shall be kept on when not installed

CAUTION: The lead acid battery may cause chemistry hazard

Fig. 2-1: Battery Box Back

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Battery boxes should be stored in a cool place with the protective cover on . Hot and humid place will cause damage
to Battery boxes.

2.3.2 Battery Installation

Only the qualified engineers are allowed to install and maintain mounted in a traditional battery cabinet or shelf. To
ensure safety, install the external battery in a locked cabinet or dedicated battery room accessible just to service
qualified personnel
Please note that number of cells set via software must be consistent with the actual number of cells.
A minimum space of 10mm must be reserved on all vertical sides of the battery block to permit free air movement
around the cells.
A certain clearance should be reserved between the top of the cells and the underside of the shelf above as this is
necessary for monitoring and servicing the cells.
When installing the batteries always work from the bottom shelf upwards to prevent raising the center of gravity.
Install the batteries reliably and avoid vibration and mechanical bumping.
The bending radius of cable should be more than 10D, where "D" is the outer diameter of cable.
When connecting the cable, do not cross the battery cables and do not bind the battery cables together
The battery connection must be firm and reliable. After the connection, all the connections between the wiring
terminals and the batteries must be corrected to meet the torque requirement provided in the specifications and user
manuals of the battery manufacturers.
Each battery terminal should be insulated after its connection has been made.
Check if the battery is unexpectedly grounded. If the battery is unexpectedly grounded, remove the earth power
supply. Contacting any part of the grounded earth may be subject to electric shock
Measure the battery voltage, and carry out battery voltage calibration after the UPS is started.

WARNING: Battery connections

When using a traditional battery solution, always comply with the following precautions:

• Disconnect the charging power before connecting or disconnecting the cable of the battery terminals.
• Do not connect the cables between the UPS battery terminals and the batteries before getting the approval from the
commissioning engineer.
• When connecting the cables between the battery terminals and the circuit breaker, always connect the circuit breaker end of
the cable first.
• Be sure to connect the positive/negative terminals of the batteries to those of the circuit breakers and those of the circuit
beakers to those of the UPS respectively with reference to the markings of positive/negative terminals. Reverse connection of
battery polarities will result in explosion, fire accident, the damage of batteries and UPS, and human injury.
• The battery connecting terminal shall not subject to any external force, such as the pulling force or twisting force of the cable.
Otherwise, the internal connection of the battery may be damaged, and in severe case, the battery may catch fire.
• Do not connect power until the total voltage of the battery string is verified correct through measurement.
• Do not connect any conductor between the positive and negative terminals of the battery.
• Do not close the battery circuit breakers before getting the approval from the commissioning engineer.
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2.4 Battery maintenance

For the battery maintenance and precautions, please refer to IEEE-Std-1188-2005 and the relevant manuals provided
by the battery manufacturers.

Battery Mainenance Note

• Check to ensure that all the safety devices are in place and function normally. Check if the battery management parameter
setting is normal particularly.
• Measure and record the air temperature in the battery room.
• Check if the battery terminals are damaged or have the symptom of heating, and if the shell or cover is damaged.
• Please fasten every bolt on the terminal according to the fastening torque specified in the table below .
• After 1-2 months of service, recheck to make sure that each screw has been fastened according to the specified torque.
Otherwise there is risk of fire.
• CAUTION: Use the battery with the same capacity and type, if battery is replaced by an incorrect type, it can cause explosion.
• CAUTION: Dispose of used battery according to the local instructions

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1
1. power module
2. Battery module
3. Bypass module
4. Power input/output
5. Battery Module CB
2

Fig. 4-3: 150kVA UPS module system, front view whit open door and back view without doors

1. Blanking plate
2. battery module
3. battery input
5. battery module CB

Fig. 4-4: Modular Battery Cabinet: front view with open door and back view without doors
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1996

600 1100

Fig. 4-5: UPS External dimensions

1996

600 1100

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Fig. 4-6: Battery Cabinet External dimensions

16

12
485
396
340

DETAIL A
847
985
1081

Fig. 4-7: UPS and BC bottom view show the position of casters and fixing holes

460

80

Fig. 4-8: UPS and BC bottom view show the cable entry area
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Fig. 4-9: UPS and BC top view with open doors

mA mB mC mN

mN

BAT+ BATN BAT-

PE oA
oB oC
bA bB bC

oN

Fig. 4-10: AC and DC Connection

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25

M8(all)
286
256
238
203

200
183

40
42
40 40 45
40 45

Fig. 4-11: UPS AC And DC Connection details

40
M10

M8
25
269
183

80 80

Fig. 4-12: MBC DC Connection details

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1. Battery Box
2. Battery Boxes Terminals
3. Battery Module Terminals
4. Circuit Breaker
5. Battery Tray

Fig. 4-15: Battery Module

According to the selected configuration, the LIEBERT APM can house from none to 9 battery modules connected in
parallel.
Each Modular Battery Cabinet can house additional 10 modules of battery
Each module is made of 3 battery boxes and a battery tray. Each battery box contains ten 9AH/12V batteries and
each battery tray has one 50A DC current limiting circuit breaker. The maximum discharging current of each layer of
battery is 45A. Over charging current will trip the circuit breaker and the monitoring unit will display the alarm.

Note

When using modular battery it is important to install at least 2 battery module per each power module installed.Not doing that will
result in the CB tripping before the battery reaches the EOD.

Note

Battery housed in the external Modular Battery Cabinet must be of the same kind of the internal ones.
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Chapter 6 Operating Instructions

Warning: Hazardous mains voltage and/or battery voltage present behind the protective cover

The components that can only be accessed by opening the protective cover with tools cannot be operated by user.
Only qualified service personnel are authorised to remove such covers.

6.1 Introduction
The LIEBERT APM UPS operates in the following 3 modes listed in Tab. 6-1. This section describes various kinds of
operating procedures under each operating mode, including transfer between operating modes, UPS setting and
procedures for turning on/off inverter.

Operating mode Descriptions

Normal mode NORMAL UPS powers the load
The load power supply is provided by the static bypass.This mode can be regarded as a
Bypass mode BYPASS temporary transition mode between the normal mode and maintenance bypass mode, or a
temporary abnormal operating status
UPS Shuts down, the load is connects to the mains vie Maintenance bypass. NOTE: in this
Maintenance Mode MAINT
mode the load is not protected against abnormal mains
Tab. 6-1 UPS Operating mode
Note:
1. Refer to Chapter 7 Operator Control And Display Panel, for all the user operating keys and LED displays.
2. The audible alarm may annunciate at various points in these procedures. It can be cancelled at any time by
pressing the ‘SILENCE ON/OFF’ push-button.
3. The UPS function can be set via maintenance software. However, the setting and commissioning must be done by
maintenance engineers trained by Emerson.

6.1.1 Power Switches

The UPS rack system only has a maintenance bypass isolating switch, and all the other transfers are processed
automatically by internal control logics.

6.2 UPS Startup

Do not start the UPS until the installation is completed, the system has been commissioned by authorized personnel
and the external power isolators are closed.

6.2.1 Start-Up Procedure

This procedure must be followed when turning on the UPS from a fully powered down condition.
The operating procedures are as follows:
1. Open the external power switch. Open the UPS door, connect the power supply cables and ensure the correct
phase rotation.

Warning

During this procedure the UPS output terminals are live.

If any load equipment is connected to the UPS output terminals please check with the load user that it is safe to apply power:If the
load is not ready to receive power then ensure that it is safely isolated from the UPS output terminals.

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2. Close the external circuit breakers and connect the mains power.
The LCD starts up at this time. The Rectifier indicator flashes during the startup of rectifier. The rectifier enters normal
operation state, and after about 30s, the rectifier indicator goes steady green. After initialization, the bypass static
switch closes. The UPS Mimic LEDs will indicate as following:
LED Status
Rectifier indicator Green
Battery indicator Off
Bypass indicator Green
Inverter indicator Off
Load indicator Green
Status indicator Amber

3. Press INVERTER ON button for two seconds.

The inverter indicator flashes during the startup of inverter. After the inverter is ready, the UPS transfers from bypass
to inverter, the bypass indicator turns off, and the inverter and load indicators turn on.
The UPS is in normal mode. The UPS Mimic LEDs will indicate as following:
LED Status
Rectifier indicator Green
Battery indicator Off
Bypass indicator Off
Inverter indicatorchp888 Green
Output indicator Green
Status indicator Green

6.2.2 Procedures For Switching Between Operation Modes

Switch from normal mode to bypass mode

Press “inverter off” button to switch to bypass mode.

Note

In bypass mode, the load is directly fed by the mains power instead of the pure AC power from the inverter.

Switch from bypass mode to normal mode

Press “inverter on” button in bypass mode. After the inverter enters normal operation, the UPS transfers to normal
mode.

6.3 Battery Start

You can also use cold start mode with battery to start LIEBERT APM UPS from battery (charged) mode.
1. Verify that the battery is properly connected.
2. Press the battery start button (see Fig. 6-1) on the front panel of any power module.
At this point, the LCD displays the start screen, and the battery indicator flashes green. It stops flashing and becomes
solid green about 30 seconds after the rectifiers enter normal operation.
3. Press and hole the INVERTER ON key for two seconds, and the UPS operates in battery mode.

Battery start button

Fig. 6-1: Location of battery start button

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6.4 Procedure For Switching The UPS Into A Maintenance Bypass From
Normal Mode
This procedure can transfer the load from the UPS inverter output to the maintenance bypass supply, but the
precondition is that the UPS is in normal mode before the transfer.

Caution

Before making this operation, read messages on display to be sure that bypass supply is regular and the inverter is synchronous
with it, so as not to risk a short interruption in powering the load.

1. Press the INVERTER OFF switch on the right side of the operator control panel for longer than two seconds (if
system is a interrupt transfer, there is a prompt to alarm and you must confirm the interrupt transfer). The UPS Mimic
indicator Inverter ON will extinguish and also the Status Indicator (6) will turn amber and will be accompanied by an
audible alarm. The load transfers to static bypass, and the inverter shuts down.

Note

Pressing the Alarm Silence ON/OFF button cancels the audible alarm but leaves the warning message displayed until the alarm
condition is rectified.

2. Open the UPS door, close the maintenance bypass switch on the right bottom of the unit from OFF to ON position.
The load power supply is provided by the manual maintenance bypass.

Warning

If you need to maintain the module, wait for 10 minutes to let the DC bus capacitor fully discharge before removing corresponding
module.
When the maintenance bypass switch is on position of ON, some part of the UPS circuit still has hazardous voltage. Therefore,
only qualified person can maintain the UPS.

Caution

When the UPS is in maintenance bypass mode, the load is not protected against abnormal mains supply.

6.5 Procedure For Completely Powering Down A UPS

If you need to power down the UPS completely, follow the procedures in section 6.3 to transfer the UPS from normal
mode to maintenance bypass mode.
If you need to isolate the UPS from the AC power supply, you should open the external input power supply isolation
first (if the rectifier and bypass use different power supply, you need to open these two input isolation respectively).

Warning

Shut down the maintenance power supply to avoid human injury.

6.6 EPO Procedure

The EPO button is designed to switch off the UPS in emergency conditions (e.g., fire, flood, etc.).To achieve this, just
press the EPO button, and the system will turn off the rectifier, inverter and stop powering the load immediately
(including the inverter and bypass), and the battery stops charging or discharging.
If the input utility is present, the UPS control circuit will remain active; however, the output will be turned off. To
completely isolate the UPS, you need to open the external mains input supply to the UPS rack.

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6.7 Auto Start

Commonly, the UPS rack is start up on static bypass. When the mains power fails, the UPS draws power from the
battery system to supply the load until the battery voltage reaches the end of discharge (EOD) voltage, and the UPS
will shut down.
The UPS will automatically restart and enable output power:

After the mains power is restored

If the Auto Recovery after EOD Enabling feature is enabled

After auto start delay (default setting is 10 minutes), The UPS charges the battery during the auto restart delay
to avoid the power failure risk to the load due to the second time of mains power failure
If the auto start function is not set in the UPS, the user can press Fault Clear to manually start the UPS.

6.8 UPS Reset Procedure

After using EPO to shut down the UPS, or after the UPS is shut down due to inverter over temperature, or overload,
or battery over voltage or too many switching times (BYP: XFER COUNT BLOCK), and after clearing all the faults
according to the prompt information displayed in screen, carry out this procedure to restore the UPS to normal
operation.
After confirming that the fault is cleared, perform the following procedures:
1. Press FAULT CLEAR to reset the EPO status.
2. Press INVERTER ON button on the right side of the operator and control panel for longer than 2s.

Note

The rectifier will be turned on automatically when the overtemprature fault disappears at 5 minutes after the disappearance of
overtemprature signals.

After pressing the EPO button, if the UPS mains input has been disconnected, the UPS is completely powered down.
When the mains input is restored, the EPO condition will be cleared and the UPS system will enable static bypass
mode to restore the output.

Warning

If the maintenance bypass isolatingswitch is put to ON and the UPS has mains input, then the UPS output is emergised.

The UPS module needs 10 minutes to discharge to safe voltage, do not operate on the UPS during this time.

6.9 UPS Power Walk in feature

The UPS rack units has so called “Power walk-in” function to control power modules from battery to mains one by
one to decrease load impact on generator. The rectifiers of modules start one by one in programmable time duration.
This time duration is programmable via Paramset from 5 to 30 seconds. There is also Power walk-in delay timer,
which delay start of Power walk-in function from 1 to 5 second. This feature is appreciated especially in parallel
connection of UPS rack units. Example of Power walk-in function and Power walk-in delay timer is on the Figure 12.1
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Chapter 7 Operator Control And Display Panel

7.1 Introduction
The operator control and display panel is located on the front panel of the UPS. Through this LCD panel, the operator
can operate and control the UPS, and check all measured parameters, UPS and battery status and event and alarm
logs. The operator control panel is divided into three functional areas from left to right: mimic current path, LCD
display & menu keys, and control and operation keys.

Fig. 7-1: UPS operator control and display panel

Part No. Function Part No. Function

1 Rectifier indicator (AC to DC) 8 Inverter start
2 Battery indicator (backup DC power) 9 EPO switch
3 nverter indicator (DC to AC) 10 Protective cover of EPO
4 Bypass indicator (AC to AC) 11 Fault reset
5 Load indicator (AC output) 12 Alarm mute
6 UPS status and alarm indicator 13 Inverter shutdown
7 Audible alarm (buzzer) (15~19) F1~F5 LCD menu key

Tab. 7-1: Descriptions of UPS operator control and display panel

7.1.1 Mimic Current Path

The LEDs shown on the mini current path represent the various UPS power paths and show the current UPS
operating status.
Steady Green Load on Rectifier
Flashing Green Utility Normal, but rectifier not operating
Steady Red Rectifier fault
Off Rectifier has no fault, and utility abnormal

Tab. 7-2: Status description of rectifier indicator (1)

Steady Green Battery powers the load

Flashing Green Battery pre-warn
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Battery or battery converter abnormal (Battery Failure, No Battery, Battery Reverse, battery converter
Steady Red
fault, battery converter over temperature, battery converter over current)
Off Battery and converter have no fault, and battery is charging

Tab. 7-3: Status description of bypass indicator (2)

Steady Green Bypass powers the load

Steady Red Bypass out of normal range, or static bypass switch fails
Off Bypass Normal

Tab. 7-4: Status description of bypass indicator (3)

Steady Green Inverter powers the load

Flashing Green Inverter ON, during soft start, synchronization or standby (ECO mode)
Steady Red Inverter fail
Off Inverter normal, but off

Tab. 7-5: Status description of inverter indicator (4)

Green UPS output ON, and no overload

Red UPS output ON, but overload
Off UPS has no output

Tab. 7-6: Status description of load indicator (5)

Steady Green UPS is working normally

Steady Yellow UPS has general alarm (for example: AC fault)
Steady Red UPS has serious fault (for example: fuse or hardware fault)

Tab. 7-7: Status description of status (alarm) indicator (6)

7.1.2 Audible Alarm (Buzzer)

Short single click The sound can be heard when any button is pressed
1 sec click with a 1 sec interval when system has general alarm (for example: AC fault), this audible alarm can be heard
When system has serious faults (for example: fuse or hardware fault), this audible alarm
Continuous alarm
can be heard

Tab. 7-8: Audible alarms descriptions

7.1.3 Functional Keys

EPO switch To cut off the load powerTo shut down the rectifier, inverter, static bypass and battery
Inverter ON Used to start the inverter
Inverter shutdown button Used to shut down the inverter
Fault reset button Press this key to restart the UPS after the fault is cleared
Alarm mute button Used to silence the alarm, and re-pressing the button will sound the buzzer again
Tab. 7-9: Functional keys Description

7.1.4 LCD And Menu Buttons

The LCD display is a 320 × 240 dots graphic display that is friendly to user. The LCD can display alarm information in
real time. 1024 historical records can be stored and retrieved for reference and diagnosis.
Through the graphic LCD display and a user-friendly menu-driven operator system, the user can easily browse the
parameters for input, output, load and batteries and the current UPS status and warnings are always put forward
automatically for quick reference. The versions of converter firmware, inverter firmware, bypass firmware and internal
monitor firmware can be displayed on the LCD.

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Five menu buttons are used for selecting the menu to be displayed.

Button F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Function 1 ESC
Home Exit Move left Move right Confirm

Function 2
Move up Move down

Tab. 7-10: Icons of functional keys and the meanings

UPS system windows

UPS data windows

UPS menu windows

Softkey functions

Fig. 7-2: Sections of the LCD and menu buttons

The icons above the F1 to F5 buttons clearly explain the meaning of each button. As shown in Fig. 7-2 pressing F1
can move the cursor (at AC Output) from menu window (2) to the current event log window (4), and firstly move the
cursor to “Close rectifier input circuit breaker”. Pressing F2 can move the cursor from “AC Output” menu to “Bypass
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The LCD menu tree is shown below. Please refer to Tab. 7-13: UPS event log

Rectifier input Bypass input AC output Load of this UPS Load of parallel system Battery data

Phase current (V) Phase current (V) Apparent power (kVA) Apparent power (kVA)
Phase voltage (A) Phase current (V) Phase voltage (A) Active power (kW) Active power (kW)
Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) Reactive power (kVAR) Reactive power (kVAR) Battery voltage (V)
Line voltage (V) Line voltage (V) Line voltage (V) Load % Single UPS system has Battery current (A)
Crest factor no parallel system data Battery temperature (ºC)
PF PF
Remaining time (Min)
Battery capacity (%)
Battery in boost charging
Battery in float charging
Battery not connected

Current log History log Language Function setting Test command UPS version

(Current log) (History log) (Language option) Battery maintenance test

LCD contrast setting UPS model
Battery capacity test
Date format setting System version
System test
Date and time setting End test
Baud rate of serial port 1
Baud rate of serial port 2
Baud rate of serial port 3
UPS address
Communication mode setting
Call back times
Call back number 1
Call back number 2
Call back number 3
Control password setting

Fig. 7-3: Menu tree structure

7.1.5 Detailed Description Of Menu Items

The LCD menu tree shown in Fig. 7-2 is described in details below.
UPS information window: Display basic information of UPS, including current time, date, UPS name, configuration
and status. This window displays the UPS basic information and is not necessary for the user to operate. The
information of this window is given in the following table.

Display contents Meanings

Liebert APM UPS Name
10:07:55 Current Time (format: 24 hours, hour, minute, second)
1# Unit 1
Normal: UPS in normal condition
(Status)
Alarm: UPS has general alarm, such as AC input fault
Normal, alarm and fault
Fault: UPS fuse or hardware fault

Tab. 7-11: UPS information window Items description

UPS menu and data window

Use left key or right key to select UPS menu and data window.
Menu name Menu item Meanings
Vphase (V) The Phase Voltage
Iphase (A) The Phase Current
Main Input Freq. (Hz) The Frequency
Vline (V) The line-line Voltage
PF Power factor
Vphase (V) The Phase Voltage
Bypass Input Freq. (Hz) Bypass frequency
Vline (V) The line-line Voltage

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Menu name Menu item Meanings

Vphase (V) The Phase Voltage
Iphase (A) The Phase Current
AC output Freq. (Hz) The output frequency
Vline (V) The line-line Voltage
PF Power Factor
Sout (kVA) Sout: Apparent Power
Pout (kW) Pout: Active Power
This UPS
Qout (kVAR) Qout: Reactive Power
module’s load
Load (%) Load: The percent of the UPS rating load.
CF CF: Output Current Crest Factor
Sout (kVA) Sout: Apparent Power
Pout (kW) Pout: Active Power
This parallel
Qout (kVAR) Qout: Reactive Power
system’s load
Single Unit, No
When UPS is configured as a single unit, there is only module load, no system load
Parallel System Data
Battery Voltage (V) Battery bus voltage
Battery Current (A) Battery bus current
Battery Temp. (℃) Internal battery temperature
Remaining Time
Battery data Remaining battery backup time
(Min.)
Batt. Boost Charging Battery is boost charging
Batt. Float Charging Battery is float charging
Battery Disconnected Battery is not connected
Current Record (Current Record) Display all current records
History Record (History Record) Display all history records
Language (Language option) 2 languages can be selected
Display Contrast Adjust LCD Display Contrast
Date Format Set YYYY MM DD, DD MM YYYY and MM DD YYYY formats can be selected
Date & Time Date/Time Set
Comm1 baud rate Communication baud rate setting of Intellislot 1
Comm2 baud rate Communication baud rate setting of Intellislot 2
Comm3 baud rate Communication baud rate setting of Intellislot 3
Settings UPS address This setting is applicable to RS485 communication mode.
Communication Mode Communication Mode
Callback Times Reserved
Phone No.1 Reserved
Phone No.2 Reserved
Phone No.3 Reserved
Command Password User can modify the command password
This test will lead to the battery being partly discharged to activate battery, at the
Battery Maintenance
same time, the approximate battery capacity will be obtained.The load must be
Test
between 20% and 80%
This test will lead to the battery being partly discharged to activate battery, at the
Test Command Battery Capacity Test same time, the accurate battery capacity will be obtained.The load must be
(Battery Test between 20% and 80%
Control / System This is the self test of UPS.
Test Control / System Test The user activates this function, after 5 seconds, a pop-up window will appear to
Forced boost show the customer the result of this diagnosis
charging) Stop Testing Manually Stop the test including maintenance test, capacity test and system test
Forced boost
Manually start the boost charging
charging
Stop forced boost
Manually stop the boost charging
charging
UPS version The version of inverter, rectifier and monitoring software
Version
UPS model Provide UPS model information, for example: 400V~60Hz

Tab. 7-12: UPS menu and data window Item description

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Current record window

This window records the current event that leads to the current operating mode of UPS, but does not record the short
status that has been ceased.
Use F1, Up key and Down key to scroll through the events.
Refer to History Record window for the menu and data window for a complete history record.

7.2 UPS Event And Alarm List

The follow table gives the complete list of all the UPS events displayed by history record window and current record
window, which have been described in 6.1.5 Detailed Description Of Menu Items.
UPS event Meanings
Comm. Fail The communication between internal monitor and power module or bypass module
The CAN bus communication between different UPS’s within a parallel system fails.
1. Check if some UPS module in the parallel system has not been powered on, if so, power on the
Parallel Comm. Fail
UPS module and check if the alarm ceases.
2. Press FAULT CLEAR key
Battery Overtemp. The Battery temperature is over limit.Check battery temperature and ventilation
Ambient Overtemp. The Ambient temperature is over limit.Check UPS room ventilation
Battery Life End Battery is aged. (Reserved )
Battery Replaced Battery should be replaced due to failure in battery test
Before the end of discharging, battery under-voltage pre-warning should occur.After this pre-warning,
Battery Low Pre-warning battery should have the capacity for 3 minutes discharging with full load.The time is user configured
from 3 to 60 minutes.Please shut down the load in time
Inverter turned off due to low battery voltage.Check the mains power failure status and recover the
Battery End of Discharge
mains power in time
Mains Voltage exceeds the upper or lower limit and results in rectifier shutdown.Check the input
Mains Volt. Abnormal
phase voltage of rectifier
Mains Undervoltage Mains Voltage is undervoltage with derated load.Check the input line-to-line voltage of rectifier
Mains frequency is out of limit range and results in rectifier shutdown.Check the input voltage and
Mains Freq. Abnormal
frequency of rectifier
Rectifier fault The rectifier has fault and results in rectifier shutdown and battery discharging
The temperature of the heatsink is too high to keep the rectifier running. The UPS can recover from
Rectifier Overtemp.
this fault automatically.Check the environment and ventilation
Batt. Charger Fail Battery charger over voltage
Control Power 1 Fail Control Power 1 fails or is lost while UPS is operating
Mains Phase Reversed Input phase sequence is reversed
Rectifier Over Current Rectifier Over Current
Soft Start Fail Rectifier could not start due to low DC bus voltage
This alarm is triggered by an inverter software routine when the amplitude or frequency of bypass
voltage is beyond the normal range.The amplitude is ±10% of rated value.
The alarm will automatically reset if the bypass voltage becomes normal.
1. First check and confirm if the bypass voltage and frequency displayed on the LCD are within the
Bypass Unable to Trace
setting range. Note that the rated voltage and frequency are respectively specified by “Output
Voltage” and “Output Frequency”.
2. If the displayed voltage is abnormal, measure the actual bypass voltage and frequency.If the
measurement is abnormal, check the external power supply
This alarm is triggered by an inverter software routine when the amplitude or frequency of bypass
voltage exceeds the limit.The amplitude is ±10% of rated value.The alarm will automatically reset if
the bypass voltage becomes normal.
First check if relevant alarm exists, such as “bypass circuit breaker open”, “reverse bypass phase
rotation” and “input neutral line fault”.If there is any relevant alarm, first clear this alarm. 1. Then
Bypass Abnormal check and confirm if the bypass voltage and frequency displayed on the LCD are within the setting
range. Note that the rated voltage and frequency are respectively specified by “Output Voltage” and
“Output Frequency”. 2. If the displayed voltage is abnormal, measure the actual bypass voltage and
frequency.If the measurement is abnormal, check the external bypass power supply.If the alarm
occurs frequently, use the configuration software to increase the bypass high limit set point according
to the user’s suggestions
This alarm is triggered by an inverter software routine when the inverter and bypass waveforms are
Inverter Asynchronous
misaligned by more than 6 degrees of phase angle.The amplitude is ±10% of rated value.The alarm

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will automatically reset if the alarm condition ceases.
1. First check if “Bypass Unable to Trace” or “Bypass Abnormal” alarm exists.If the alarm exists, first
clear the alarm.
2. Check if the bypass voltage waveform is normal. If the bypass voltage waveform has severe
distortion, please ask the user to confirm this and find a solution
Inverter fail The inverter output voltage is abnormal and the load transfers to bypass
The temperature of the inverter heat sink is too high to keep inverter running.This alarm is triggered
by the signal from the temperature monitoring device mounted on the inverter heatsink.The UPS
recovers automatically after the over temperature signal disappears and after 5 minutes delay.
If over temperature exists, check:
Inverter Overtemp.
1. Whether the ambient temperature is too high.
2. Whether the ventilation channel is blocked.
3. Whether fan fault happens
4. Whether inverter overload time is out
Fan fault At least one of the cooling fans fails
At least one of the static switches on the inverter side is open or short circuit.This fault is locked until
Inverter Relay Fail
power off
At least one of the static switches on the bypass side is open or short circuit.This fault is locked until
Bypass STS Fail
power off
Operation Invalid This alarm is triggered when an invalid operation occurs
Output Fuse Fail At least one of the output fuses is blown.The inverter shuts down and the load transfers to bypass
This alarm appears when the load rises above 105% of nominal rating.The alarm automatically resets
once the overload condition is removed.
1. Check which phase has overload through the load (%) displayed in LCD so as to confirm if this
Unit Over load alarm is true.
2. If this alarm is true, measure the actual output current to confirm if the displayed value is correct.
Disconnect non-critical load.In parallel system, this alarm will be triggered if the load is severely
imbalanced
This alarm appears when the total load rises above 105% of the nominal rating of the UPSs.The
alarm automatically resets once the overload condition is removed. Check which phase has overload
through the load (%) displayed in LCD so as to confirm if this alarm is true. If this alarm is true,
System Over load
measure the actual output current to confirm if the displayed value is correct.
Disconnect non-critical load.In parallel system, this alarm will be triggered if the load is severely
imbalanced
The UPS overload status continues and the overload times out.
Note:
1. The highest loaded phase will indicate overload timing-out first.
2. When the timer is active, then the alarm “unit over load” should also be active as the load is above
nominal.
Unit Over load Timeout 3. When the time has expired, the inverter Static Switch is opened and the load transferred to bypass.
The inverter shuts down and will restart after 10 seconds.
4. If the load decreases to lower than 95%, after 5 minutes, the system will transfer back to inverter
mode.Check the load (%) displayed in LCD so as to confirm if this alarm is true.If LCD displays that
overload happens, then check the actual load and confirm if the UPS has over load before alarm
happens
Byp. Abnormal Shutdown The voltage of both the bypass and inverter is abnormal.The load power is interrupted
Inverter Over Current The inverter has over currents
Bypass Phase Rotation is Reversed.Under normal condition, Phase B lags behind phase A by 120
Bypass Phase Reversed degree and phase C lags behind phase B by 120 degrees.
Check if the bypass input phase rotation is correct.Correct the wrong phase rotation
The system transfers to bypass as a result of load impact. The UPS can recover automatically.Start
Load Impact Transfer
the load according to sequences to reduce the load impact to inverter
The load is on bypass because the output overload transfer and re-transfer is fixed to the set times
Transfer Time-out during the current hour.The system can recover automatically and will transfer back to the inverter
with 1 hour
Load Sharing Fault UPSs working within a parallel system are not sharing the load current correctly
DC Bus Abnormal Shut down inverter due to abnormal DC bus voltage.The load transfers to bypass
The whole paralleled UPS system transfer to bypass at the same time when one of them needs to
System Transfer
transfer to bypass. This message will appear on the UPS with passive transfer to bypass
DC Bus Over Voltage Rectifier, inverter and battery converter were shutdown because DC bus voltage is too high.Check if
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the rectifier has any fault.If no, check if overload has happened.Restart the inverter after the fault is
cleared
Bypass Over Current Bypass current is above 135% of the rated current.The UPS alarms but has no action
The LBS setting is active.It means the UPS is acting as an LBS master or slave in a dual bus
LBS Active
configuration
Mains Neutral Lost The mains neutral wire is lost or not detected
Protocol version clash Protocol version between monitor unit and DSP unit is not compatible
Battery ground fault Battery ground fault from dry contact signal
Manual Turn On Turn on the inverter manually by pressing the button on the front panel
Manual Turn Off Turn off the inverter manually by pressing the button on the front panel
EPO Press EPO button on the front panel or receive the external EPO command
Interrupted Transfer User press ENT key to cut the power the load and transfer the load to bypass according to the
Confirm prompt information
User press CANCEL key to cut the power the load and transfer the load to bypass according to the
Transfer Cancel
prompt information
User press ENT key to shut down the UPS module in parallel system according to the prompt
Unit Risk Off Confirm
information
Parallel System Risk Off
User press ENT key to shut down the parallel system according to the prompt information
Confirm
Fault Reset Press the FAULT CLEAR (Fault Reset) button on the LCD panel
Alarm Silence Press SILENCE ON/OFF (alarm silence) key on the panel
Fail to turn on the inverter manually.The reason may be the operation is invalid (the maintenance
Turn On Fail
bypass circuit breaker is closed) or the DC bus or rectifier is not ready
Audible Alarm Reset Press FAULT CLEAR or SILENCE ON/OFF button on the LCD panel
Bypass Mode UPS in Bypass Mode
Normal Mode UPS in Normal Mode
Battery Mode UPS in Battery Mode
Source share mode Inverter is supplied by battery and rectifier at the same time
UPS Shutdown UPS Shutdown, output power-down
Generator is connected and a signal is sent to UPS.You can start the source share mode according
Generator Connected
to UPS setting
BCB Open BCB status (opened)
BCB Close BCB status (closed)
Batt. Float Charging Battery Status (Float Charging)
Batt. Boost Charging Battery Status (Boost Charging)
Battery Discharging Battery Status (Battery is discharging)
Battery Period Testing Battery is in periodic self-testing (20% capacity discharging)
Batt. Capacity Testing Battery is in capacity self-testing (100% capacity discharging)
Battery Maintenance
Battery is in capacity self-testing (20% capacity discharging)
Testing
UPS System Testing UPS System is self testing
Inverter in Setting Inverter starts up and is in synchronization
Rectifier in Setting Rectifier starts up and is in synchronization
Fan fault in maintenance
Fan fault in maintenance bypass cabinet
bypass cabinet
External input isolating
transformer over External input isolating transformer over temperature
temperature
External output isolating
transformer over External output isolating transformer over temperature
temperature
Battery room environment
Check the battery room environment
abnormal
Battery Reverse Reconnect battery and check battery wiring
Battery Unavailable Check battery and battery connections
UPS shutdown due to battery discharging, and inverter starts up automatically when mains power
AutoTurn On
recovers
Rectifier Online
Upgrade the rectifier software online
Upgrading

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Chapter 9 Product Specifications

9.1 CONFORMITY AND STANDARDS

The UPS has been designed to conform to the following European and international standards:
Standards and Directives:
Item Normative reference
2006/95/EC with the Amendment Directive 93/68/EEC Directive for
Low Voltage Directive
electromagnetic compatibility 2004/108/EC
General and safety requirements for UPS
IEC/EN 62040-1-1 incorporating requirements of IEC/EN 60950-1
used in operator access areas
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
IEC/EN 62040-2: Immunity category C2, Emission category C2
requirements for UPS

Tab. 9-1: Compliance with European, international standards

The above mentioned product standards incorporate relevant compliance clauses with generic IEC and EN standards
for safety (IEC/EN/AS60950), electromagnetic emission and immunity (IEC/EN/ AS61000 series) and construction
(IEC/EN/AS60146 series and 60529).
The APM output dynamic performances conforms the IEC62040-3 Class 3.

9.2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Item Unit 30kW 90kW 150kW
Acoustic noise level at 1 meter
dB <53dBA <58dBA <62dBA
full load
Acoustic noise level at 1 meter
dB <52dBA <56dBA <58dBA
half load
≤1000m above sea level, derate power by 1% per 100m between 1000m
Altitude of Operation m
and 2000m
Relative Humidity - 0 to 95% non condensing
Operating Temperature °C 0 to 40°C *; Note: Battery life is halved for every 10°C increase above 20°C
UPS Storage-Transport
°C -20~70
Temperature
Recommended Battery Storage
°C -20°C to 30°C (20°C for optimum battery storage)
Temperature

Tab. 9-2: Environmental parameters

• Conditions apply

AC/AC Efficiency Unit Data

Rated Power kVA 30~150
Normal mode ¹ (dual conversion) % 96

Battery Mode $ % 96
Heat Losses & Air Exchange
Rated Power kVA 30 60 90 120 150
Normal Mode kW 1.2 2.4 3.6 4.8 6
No Load kW 0.6 1.2 1.8 2.4 3
Maximum forced air cooling (front
L/sec 48 96 144 192 239
intake, rear exhaust)

Tab. 9-3: AC/AC Efficiency, Loss and Air Exchange

1) 400Vac input and output, battery fully charged, full-rated linear load.
2) Inverter Efficiency (DC/AC), battery at nominal voltage 432VDC and full-rated linear load
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Dimensions, W×D×H mm 600×1100×1996

Number of Modules kVA 1 2 3 4 5
Weight, without battery modules kg 280 315 350 385 420
Power Module dimensions mm 440×132(3U)×650
Power Module weight kg 35
Battery Module dimensions mm 440×132(3U)×877
Battery Module weight kg 95
Battery Box dimensions mm 140×132(3U)×810
Battery Box weight kg 29
Modular Battery Cabinet dimension mm 600×1100×1996
Modular Battery Cabinet weight kg 250
Color N/A ZP7021
Protection Degree IEC (60529) N/A IP20 (finger-proof with front doors open or closed)

Tab. 9-4: UPS mechanical characteristics

Rated Power, kVA Unit 30kW 60kW 90kW 120kW 150kW

1 380/400/415 V(three-phase and sharing neutral with the bypass
Rated AC Input Voltage Vac
input)
2
Input voltage range Vac 305V~477V, 304V~208V (output derating lower than 70%)
Frequency2 Hz 50/60Hz (range: 40Hz to 70Hz)
Power Factor kW/kVA, full load (half load) 0.99 (0.98)
Input power kVA rated3 (maximum4) 5 33(37) 65 (74) 97(111) 129 (147) 161 (183)
Input current Amps rated3 (maximum4) 6 47 (53) 93 (106) 139 (159) 185 (211) 231 (264)
THD THDI % <4

Tab. 9-5: Rectifier AC input (Utility)

1. Rectifier operates at any of the rated supply voltages and frequencies without further adjustment.
2. At 305V input mains, the UPS maintains the specified output voltage at rated load without discharging a previously
charged battery.
3. EN 62040-3 / 50091-3: at rated load and input voltage 400V, battery charged
4. EN 62040-3 / 50091-3: at rated load and input voltage 400V, battery charging at maximum rated power.
5. Add 4.5kVA per each redundant module
6. Add 7A per each redundant module

Intermediate DC circuit
Rated Power, kVA Unit 30~150
Nominal: 432V (VRLA Float charge is 540V) 36 jars of 12V VRLA
Battery bus voltage Vdc
Range: 400V ~ 616V
Nominal 216=[36x6cell (12V)blocks]
Quantity of
Maximum 240=[40x6cell (12V)blocks]
lead-acid cells
Minimum 180=[30x6cell (12V)blocks]
2.25 V/cell (selectable from 2.2 –2.3V/cell), Constant current and constant
Float Voltage V/cell (VRLA)
voltage charge mode
Temperature
mV/C° - 3.0 (selectable 0 to – 5.0 around 25°C or 30°C or inhibit)
compensation
Ripple Voltage % V float ≤1
Ripple Current ~ C10 ≤5
Boost charge 2.35 V/cell (selectable from 2.30-2.40V/cell)
VRLA
Voltage Constant current and constant voltage charge mode
- float-boost current trigger 0.050 C10 (selectable 0.030-0.070)
- boost-float current trigger 0.010 C10 (selectable 0.005-0.025)
Boost Control -
24 hr safety time-out (selectable 8-30 hr)
boost charge mode inhibit also selectable

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1.63 V/cell (selectable from 1.60-1.750V/cell)

End Of Discharge V/cell (VRLA) Auto Inverse EOD voltage x discharge current mode
(The end of discharge voltage increases at low discharge currents)
2.4 V/cell (selectable from 2.3-2.4V/cell)
Battery Charge V/cell Constant current and constant voltage charge mode
Programmable auto trigger or inhibit of boost mode
# of Modules 1 2 3 4 5
Battery Charging Battery Charging
4.5 9 13.5 18 22.5
Power1 Max Current Power (kW)
(Adjustable) 2 Max Charging
11 22 33 44 55
Current A

Tab. 9-6: Intermediate DC circuit

1. At low input voltage the UPS recharge capability increases with load decrease (up to the maximum capacity
indicated).
2. Maximum currents listed are for end of discharge voltage of 1.67 V/cell for 240 cells.
Rated Power, kVA kVA 30~150
Rated Power, kW kW 30~150 (Same kW as that of kVA)
Rated AC Voltage1 Vac 380/400/415 V(three-phase four-wire and sharing neutral with the bypass input)
Frequency2 Hz 50/60
<105% load, 60min
105%~125% load, 10min
Overload capacity %
125%~150% load, 1min
>150% load, 200ms
310%:
Fault Current % 141RMS Ampere each module short current limitation for 200msec,
then inverter is turned off.
Non linear load
% 100%
capability3
Neutral current capability % 170%
Steady state voltage
% ± 1 (balanced load)
stability
Transient voltage
% ±5
response4
THD % < 1 (linear load), <4.0 (non linear load3)
Synchronisation -
Rated frequency ± 2 Hz (selectable ± 0.5 to ± 3Hz)
Window
Max change rate of
Hz/ s 0.2Hz/sec
synch frequency

Tab. 9-7: Inverter output to critical load

1. Factory set to 400V – 380 or 415V selectable by commissioning engineer.
2. Factory set to 50Hz; 60 Hz selectable by commissioning engineer. Frequency converter operation also selectable.

3. EN50091-3 (1.4.58) crest factor: 3:1

4. IEC62040-3/ EN 50091-3 also for 0-100-0% load transient. Transient recovery time: return to within 5% of steady
state output voltage within half a cycle.
Rated Power, kVA Unit 30~150
1 380/400/415Vthree-phase four-wire, sharing neutral with the rectifier input and providing
Rated AC Voltage Vac
neutral reference to the output
380V A 225
Rated
400V A 215
current
415V A 205
Overload % 115% load, long term at 30° ambient temperature
i2 t A2 S 405000 @25°; 320000@130°
Suggested Upstream Thermomagnetic circuit-breaker, rated up to 125% of nominal output current. IEC 60947-2
N/A
protection, bypass line curve C.
Current rating of
A 1.7×In
neutral cable
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Frequency2 Hz 50/60
Synchronous transfer: (< 2ms
Transfer time (between
ms Asynchronous transfer (default): 15 ms (50 Hz), 13.3 ms (60 Hz)
Bypass and Inverter)
or 40, 60, 80, 100 ms selectable
Upper limit: +10, +15 or +20, default +15
Bypass voltage
%Vac Lower limit –10, -20, -30 or -40, default: -20 (delay time to accept steady bypass voltage: 10
tolerance
sec)
Bypass frequency
% ±10 or ±20, default ±10
tolerance
Synchronisation -
Hz Rated frequency ± 2 Hz (selectable ± 0.5 to ± 3Hz)
Window

Tab. 9-8: Bypass input

1. Factory set to 400V, 380 or 415V selectable by commissioning engineer.

2. Factory set to 50Hz; 60 Hz selectable by commissioning engineer.

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