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User Manual English
APC Smart-UPS
5000 VA
208/230 Vac
Tower/Rack-Mount 5U
Uninterruptible Power Supply
990-8500 03/2007
For further information contact UPS Direct Ltd:
Tel: 08456 445 002 - Fax: 08456 445 003 - Email: info@upsdirect.com - Website: www.upsdirect.com
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For further information contact UPS Direct Ltd: Tel: 08456 445 002 - Fax: 08456 445 003 - Email: info@upsdirect.com - Website: www.upsdirect.com
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Contents Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 About this UPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Unpack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction About this UPS The American Power Conversion (APC®) Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) provides protection for electronic equipment from utility power blackouts, brownouts, sags and surges. The UPS filters small utility line fluctuations and isolates electronic equipment from large disturbances by internally disconnecting from utility line power. The UPS provides continuous power from the internal battery until utility power returns to safe levels or the battery is fully dischar
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Specifications This unit is intended for indoor use Temperature only. Select a location sturdy enough Operating 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C) to handle the weight. Storage 5° to 86° F (-15° to 30° C) charge the UPS battery every six months Do not operate the UPS where there 86° to 113° F (30° to 45° C) charge the UPS battery every three months is excessive dust or the temperature or humidity are outside the specified Maximum limits. Elevation Environmental factors impact battery Operating 6
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Install unit in rack Ensure rack stability prior to installing devices in the rack. The UPS should be installed at or near the bottom of the rack. When installing rails in the rack, install two cage nuts above each rail, (see diagram). Secure the UPS in the rack using the four cage nuts and eight ornamental screws included in the package. Second cage nut: count three holes up from first cage nut 3 holes 3 holes 4 holes 4 holes First cage nut: count four holes up from top edge of rail Install b
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Rack-mount to tower conversion procedure The UPS and the battery modules are heavy. Remove the battery modules to lighten the UPS during installation. Refer to the battery removal instructions on the packaging. Install stabilizer brackets Stand the UPS on the side with the embossed marks. Secure a stabilizer bracket (supplied), to both sides of the UPS. Secure each bracket with two pan head locking screws (supplied). 4x Install two top covers Install the large top cover by placing it in the sl
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Input hardwire 230 V models only Hardwiring must be performed by a qualified electrician. Adhere to all national and local regulations. 1. Use a dedicated branch circuit with a maximum of 32 A of over-current protection, (either a circuit breaker of fuses). A lower rated branch may be used depending on the requirements of the UPS load. Allow an additional 600 W for the UPS during the battery replacement procedure. 2. Switch the circuit breaker OFF prior to connecting equipment and power to the
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Connect batteries Rack-mount configuration Tower configuration Battery disconnect cord Battery disconnect cord After all of the batteries have been connected, tuck the battery cables and the battery disconnect cord in the space provided in the battery doors. This will ensure a secure fit of the bezel to the unit. Configure bezel Snap the display out of the bezel. Rotate the bezel and reinstall the display for a tower configuration. Display 6 Smart-UPS 5000 VA 208/230 Vac Tower/Rack-Mount 5U
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Connect display cable and install bezel Rack-mount configuration Display cable Tower configuration Display cable Smart-UPS 5000 VA 208/230 Vac Tower/Rack-Mount 5U User Manual 7 For further information contact UPS Direct Ltd: Tel: 08456 445 002 - Fax: 08456 445 003 - Email: info@upsdirect.com - Website: www.upsdirect.com
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Start-up Connect Equipment and Power to the UPS 1. The UPS features a chassis ground connection screw located on the rear panel, for connecting the ground leads on transient voltage devices. Prior to connecting the grounding wire, ensure that the UPS is NOT connected to utility or battery power. 2. Connect equipment to the UPS. 3. 208 V models: Plug the UPS into a two-pole, three-wire, grounded receptacle only. Avoid using extension cords. 230 V models: Refer to the Input Hardwire section in
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Communication Ports SERIAL PORT Use only the supplied cable to connect to the serial port. A standard serial interface cable is incompatible with the UPS. Emergency Power Off The emergency power off (EPO) feature is user configurable. EPO provides immediate de-energizing of connected equipment from a remote location, without switching to battery operation. 1. Use the EPO connector supplied with the UPS. 2. Use a normally-open contact to connect the +24 terminal to the IN terminal. External vol
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Operation Display Panels 208 V models 230 V models Display Panel Indicators and Function Buttons Indicator Indicator Title Description LED On Line The UPS is supplying utility power to the connected equipment, (see Troubleshooting). AVR Trim The UPS is compensating for a high utility voltage. Refer to the APC Web site, www.apc.com for AVR settings. AVR Boost The UPS is compensating for a low utility voltage. Refer to the APC Web site, www.apc.com for AVR settings. On Battery The UPS is suppl
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Indicator Indicator Title Description LED Diagnostic The UPS has a diagnostic feature that indicates the utility voltage. 230 V 208 V Utility Voltage The UPS starts a self-test as part of this procedure. The self-test does not affect the voltage display. Press and hold the button to view the utility voltage bar graph indicator. As soon as the on-line LED starts flashing indicating a self-test is in progress, the five- Battery LED Battery Charge indicator will show the utility input voltage. C
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Configuration UPS settings Settings are adjusted through PowerChute software or optional SmartSlot accessory cards. Factory User Selectable Function Default Choices Description Automatic On startup and • On startup and every Set the interval at which the UPS will execute a Self-Test every 14 days 7 days (168 hours) self-test. (336 hours) there after there after • On startup and every 14 days (336 hours) there after • On startup only • No self-test UPS ID UPS_IDEN Up to eight characters Uniqu
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Factory User Selectable Function Default Choices Description Low Battery 2 minutes Brightly The low-battery warning beeps are continuous Warning illuminated: when two minutes of run time remain. PowerChute low battery warning To change the default interval setting, use a LED is located software interface level of about 2 minutes pointed object such as a pen to press the on rear panel provides automatic, VOLTAGE SENSITIVIY switch (rear panel), Dimly illuminated: unattended while low batte
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Troubleshooting Use this chart to solve minor UPS installation and operation problems. Refer to www.apc.com for assistance with complex UPS problems. Problem and/or Possible Cause Solution UPS will not turn on The battery is not connected properly. Check that the battery connector is fully engaged. Press the button once to power-up the UPS and connected equipment. button not pushed. The UPS is not connected to utility Check that the power cable from the UPS to the utility power supply is pow
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Problem and/or Possible Cause Solution The Overload LED is illuminated and the UPS emits a sustained alarm tone The UPS is overloaded. The connected equipment exceeds the specified “maximum load” as defined in Specifications on the APC Web site, www.apc.com. The alarm remains on until the overload is removed. Disconnect nonessential equipment from the UPS to eliminate the overload condition. The UPS continues to supply power as long as it is online and the circuit breaker does not trip; the
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Problem and/or Possible Cause Solution There is no utility power There is no utility power and the UPS is Use the cold start feature to supply power to the connected equipment front off. the UPS battery(s). Press and hold the button. There will be a short beep followed by a longer beep. Release the button during the second beep. UPS operates on battery although line voltage exists The UPS input circuit breaker trips. Unplug all nonessential equipment from the UPS. Reset the circuit breaker. Y
