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APC Symmetra RM
4–12 kVA UPS
Installation Manual
English
990-7810B, August 2002
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1: Safety and General Information........................................................ 1 Save These Instructions ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1 Conventions Used in this Manual-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1 General Equipment Safety -------------------------------------------------------------------
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 4: Installation..................................................................................... 17 Unpacking --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17 Inspection -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17 Contents ---------------------------------------------------------------
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CHAPTER 1: SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION Save These Instructions This Safety section contains important instructions that must be followed during installation and maintenance of APC equipment. Conventions Used in this Manual The following symbols are used throughout this manual. Carefully read all information boxes and abide by the instructions. The WARNING sign denotes a serious hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, practice, condition, or the like, which, if not correctly perf
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CHAPTER 1: SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION Deenergizing Safety The UPS contains internal batteries and may present a shock hazard even when disconnected from the branch circuit (mains). Before installing or servicing the equipment, ensure that the system enable switch and input circuit breaker are set to stand-by (OFF), that internal battery modules are removed, that external extended run batteries are disconnected and the branch circuit (mains) is disconnected. Electrical Safety •
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CHAPTER 1: SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION Battery Replacements Kits and Battery Recycling See your dealer or visit the APC web site at http://www.apc.com for information on battery replacement kits and battery recycling. If returning used batteries to APC for recycling, ship used batteries in the battery replacement packing material. PowerStruXure Type A Systems If your UPS is installed in a PowerStruXure Type A system, contact your APC representative or visit http://www.apc.com/support f
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CHAPTER 1: SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION Regulatory Agency Approvals Countries North America and 208V Countries LISTED 42C2 LR63938 E96563 Europe and 230V Countries N 394 Japan and 200 V Countries LISTED 42C2 E96563 Declaration of Conformity (Europe and 230 V Countries) 4
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CHAPTER 1: SAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION Life Support Policy As a general policy, American Power Conversion (APC) does not recommend the use of any of its products in life support applications where failure or malfunction of the APC product can be reasonably expected to cause failure of the life support device or to significantly affect its safety or effectiveness. APC does not recommend the use of any of its products in direct patient care. APC will not knowingly sell its products for use
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CHAPTER 2: BASICS About Your UPS The Symmetra RM is a high-performance, uninterruptible power system (UPS) in a power array configuration. It is designed to power high availability servers and other sensitive electronic equipment. The UPS provides conditioned, reliable AC power to connected equipment, and provides protection from power blackouts, brownouts, swells, sags, surges, and interference. The UPS is modular in design and can be configured to deliver a maximum output of 12 kVA N
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CHAPTER 2: BASICS Table 3: Optional Accessories Model Description North Europe Japan Number America and and and 230V 200 V 208/240V (Ø- N -G) (Ø- Ø -G) (Ø- Ø -G) Power SYTF2 208 Vac to 120 Vac, 5 kVA Yes Distribution step-down transformer with Options (2) 15-amp circuits and (4) 5-20R T-slots SYTF2J 200 Vac to 100 Vac, 3.5 kVA Yes step-down transformer with (2) 15-amp circuits and (4) 5-20R T-slots SYTF3 208 Vac to 120 Vac, 5 kVA Yes step-down
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CHAPTER 2: BASICS Product Overview Front View Component Identification Power Module(s) : Each module can provide up to 4 kVA/2.8 KW power. The UPS frame can support up to four power modules. Main Intelligence Module : The Main Intelligence Module (MIM) performs all monitoring, control, and communication functions for the UPS. Redundant Intelligence Module : The Redundant Intelligence Module (RIM) provides backup in the event of a MIM failure. Battery Module(s) : Each bat
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CHAPTER 2: BASICS Rear View Component Identification System Fan : The system fan provides cooling for frame components. Communications Card : Provides serial interface port for remote management and communications to extended run battery cabinets. Accessory Ports : Two accessory ports are provided for optional SmartSlot accessories. A Web/SNMP management card for accessing data via a network is preinstalled. Power Distribution Unit (PDU) : Power distribution panels pr
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CHAPTER 2: BASICS System Block Diagram Accessory Cards DB9 COM Port PowerView Display External Battery Battery MIM RIM COM Card Frame Monitor COM Bus Battery Power Module 120 VDC Module Battery Power Module Module 120 VDC Battery Power Module Module 120 VDC Power Battery Module Module 120 VDC Automatic External Battery Bypass Power AC in 155 to 276 VAC Input Circuit Backfeed Relay Breaker Manual Bypass 11
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CHAPTER 3: SITE PREPARATION Reminder Checklist Purchase of System Have you ... 1. determined your load power and runtime requirements? 2. purchased redundant power and battery module if desired? 3. evaluated and selected a service plan? Refer to http://www.apc.com/products/symmetra_rm for answers to these and other questions. Site Preparation Have you ... 1. determined where to install your UPS and ensured that enough rack space is available? 2. verified that the floor can sup
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CHAPTER 3: SITE PREPARATION Shipping & Receiving The UPS and modular components are shipped on one or more pallets, depending on the configuration. The frame is installed first and then modular components are installed within the frame. Weights and Length Width Height Weight Measurements Inches (cm) Inches (cm) Inches (cm) lbs (kg) Unpackaged Chassis* 27.8 (70.6) 18.9 (48.0) 26.1 (66.3) 185.0 (84.1) Power module 23.4 (59.4) 10.0 (25.4) 5.2 (13.2) 29.0 (13.2) Battery module
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CHAPTER 3: SITE PREPARATION Installation Requirements When selecting a location for the UPS, consider the following: Physical Requirements • Standard 19 in. (46.5 cm) rack Standard Installation (4-post rack) • At least 800 mm deep • 15U rack space • Recommended installation is in the bottom of the rack, due to its weight of up to 600 lbs (273 kg), depending on the configuration. • Mounting rails and hardware provided • Front access for circuit breakers
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CHAPTER 3: SITE PREPARATION Electrical Requirements The following provides guidance for planning the electrical installation. Check local and national codes. A qualified electrician may be required. Input Connection Method Maximum Voltage Current Connection Load (Vac) Full Load Hardwired 16 kVA 200, 208, 220, 100 A • External circuit breaker 230, or 240 2 • #3 AWG (25 mm ) Output Connection Method Maximum Voltage Current Connection Load (Vac) Full Load Hardwired 16 kVA 200, 20
