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Novus FXM 650 / 1100 /2000

Uninterruptible Power Supply

Operator’s Manual

017-201-B0 Rev 05/07

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FXM 650

Operator’s Manual

Novus FXM 650 / 1100 / 2000

FXM 1100/2000

Uninterruptible Power Supplies

Alpha Technologies www.alpha.com

017-201-B0 Rev. 02 / 07

Save This Manual: It contains important installation and operating instructions. Keep it in a safe place.

Table of Contents

The emergency shutdown procedure is on the inside rear cover

1 Introduction ................................................. 1

1.1 Safety Checklists ................................... 2

1.1.1 UPS Safety Checklist ..................... 2

1.1.2 Battery Safety Checklist ................. 3

1.2 Unpacking and Inspection Checklist ...... 4

1.3 The FXM Front Panel ............................. 5

2 Installation................................................. 11

2.1 Site Preparation Checklists .................. 12

2.2 Mounting the UPS ............................... 13

2.3 Wiring the External Batteries ............... 14

2.4 Wiring the UPS .................................... 16

2.5 ATS/GTS Option .................................. 17

3 Operation................................................... 18

3.1 Operating the Control Panel ................. 19

3.2 Turning the UPS On and Off................ 21

3.3 Replacing the Batteries........................ 23

3.4 Operating the UPS .............................. 24

3.5 Making Measurements ........................ 26

3.6 Troubleshooting the UPS ..................... 28

3.7 Viewing the 25-Event Log .................... 30

4 Communication ........................................ 31

4.1 Wiring the RS-232 Port ........................ 32

4.2 Using the Main Menu ........................... 33

4.2.1 Main Menu Screen ....................... 33

4.2.2 RS-232 Menu Tree ....................... 34

4.2.3 Line Status ................................... 35

4.2.4 Output Status ............................... 35

4.2.5 Fault and Alarm Displays ............. 36

4.3 Adjusting and Controlling the UPS ....... 37

4.4 Programming the Dry Contacts and the

Clock ..................................................... 38

4.4.1 Programming the Dry Contacts ... 38

4.4.2 Setting the Timer Contact ............ 39

4.4.3 Setting the Date and Time ........... 39

4.5 100-Event Log ..................................... 40

4.6 Novus User Software ........................... 41

4.6.1 Introduction .................................. 41

4.6.2 Checking Your Windows Computer for the .NET Framework ............... 41

4.6.3 Installation and Set Up ................. 42

4.6.4 Operation ..................................... 43

5 Maintenance .............................................. 46

5.1 Updating the Software ......................... 47

Specifications .............................................. 49

Index ............................................................. 51

Warrant ......................................................... 54

DANGER

Risk of Electrical Shock

To reduce the risk of electrical shock and to ensure the safe operation of the Novus FXM UPS, the following symbols are used throughout this manual. Where they appear, only qualified personnel should carry out these instructions.

A dangerous voltage exists in this area. Use extreme caution at all times.

Attention: Important operating instructions. Follow them exactly.

1 Introduction

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Introduction

This Section Introduces the Novus FXM Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)

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• Safety Instructions (Section 1.1)

Unpacking and Inspection Instructions (Section 1.2)

A Description of the FXM 650 and FXM 1100/2000 Front Panels (Section 1.3)

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1.1 Safety Checklists

1.1.1 UPS Safety Checklist

FXM UPS Operator's Manual

1.1 Safety Checklists

1.1.1 UPS Safety Checklist

This Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) must be installed in a restricted access location, and by trained personnel qualified in the safe use of high-energy power supplies and their batteries. Also assumed is knowledge of the local electrical code(s) and their safe application.

This Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is suitable for installation as part of the

Common Bonding Network (CBN) as defined in GR-1089-CORE.

DANGER: NEVER let water from rain, a hose, tap or a sprinkler’s output, road splash or other water sources enter the UPS to prevent accidental shorts, shocks or electrocutions.

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Do not work alone under hazardous conditions.

Read this manual. If you have any questions about safe installation, operation or maintenance, contact Alpha Technologies’s customer service department.

Carefully unpack the components. Report any shipping or other damage at once.

Always assume electrical connections or conductors are live. Turn off all circuit breakers and double-check with a voltmeter before performing installation or maintenance.

Before installation, verify the input voltage and current requirements of the load are met by the UPS’s output (See specifications). Verify the line voltage and current meet the UPS’s input requirements.

Place a warning label on the utility panel to tell emergency personnel a UPS is installed.

Use proper lifting techniques when lifting or moving the UPS or its components.

This UPS has more than one live circuit. AC power may be present at the outputs even if the UPS is disconnected from line or battery power.

This UPS can be operated to a maximum operating temperature of 55°C except for the

FXM 2000–120VAC unit which has a maximum temperature rating of 50°C. Also see the specifications section for temperature ratings and deratings.

At high ambient temperature conditions, the UPS’s surface can be very hot to the touch.

There is a Lithium battery inside the UPS. There is a danger of an explosion if it is incorrectly replaced. Replace it only with the same type or an equivalent battery as recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of the old battery as instructed by the manufacturer.

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1.1.2 Battery Safety Checklist

1.1.2 Battery Safety Checklist

Introduction

Battery Emergency Procedures

If electrolyte splashes on your skin, immediately wash the affected area with water. If electrolyte gets into your eyes, wash them for at least 10 minutes with clean running water or a special neutralizing eye wash solution. Seek medical attention at once.

Neutralize spilled electrolyte with special neutralizing solutions in a “spill kit” or a solution of 1 lb. (0.45 kg) of baking soda (bicarbonate of soda) in 1 gallon (3.9 L.) of water.

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Battery installation and servicing should be done or supervised by personnel knowledgeable about batteries and the required precautions.

CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Always replace the battery with the same type, numbers, and ratings.

CAUTION: Never install old or untested batteries. One sealed lead-acid battery is rated to a maximum voltage of 12VDC.

CAUTION: Never dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries may explode. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for safe battery disposal.

CAUTION: Never open or damage the batteries. Released electrolyte is harmful to the skin and eyes. It may be toxic and hazardous to the environment.

CAUTION: A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short-circuit current.

The following precautions should be observed when working on batteries:

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Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.

Use tools with insulated handles.

Wear rubber gloves and boots.

Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.

Disconnect charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting battery terminals.

Determine if the battery is inadvertently grounded. If inadvertently grounded, remove source from ground. Contact with any part of a grounded battery can result in electrical shock. The likelihood of such shock can be reduced if such grounds are removed during installation and maintenance (applicable to equipment and remote battery supplies not having a grounded supply circuit).

CAUTION: Never let live battery wires touch the UPS, the enclosure or any other metal objects. This can cause a fire or explosion.

Lead-acid batteries can release Hydrogen gas. Never expose the UPS or enclosure to open flames or sparks to prevent a fire or explosion.

Inspect the batteries once a year for signs of cracks, leaks or swells. Replace as needed.

If you have batteries in storage, charge them at least once every three months for optimum performance and to extend their lifetime.

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1.2 Unpacking and Inspection Checklist


1.2 Unpacking and Inspection Checklist

If items are missing or damaged, contact Alpha Technologies and the shipping company at once. Most shippers have a short claim period.

Carefully remove the UPS from the shipping container. Inspect the contents and make sure the following items are included:

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1 Novus FXM UPS.

1 Novus FXM UPS Operator’s Manual.

8 terminal blocks and labels for the dry contacts.

1 temperature sensor cable.

Any ordered options.

If ordered from Alpha, the batteries will be shipped separately.

Save The Shipping Container

To return the Novus FXM for servicing, pack it in the shipping container. Alpha Technologies is not responsible for damage caused by improper packaging of returned units.

Save These Instructions

This manual contains important instructions for the Novus FXM series of UPS that shall be followed during installation and maintenance. You must read and understand the procedures and drawings in this manual before operating the unit. If you have any questions about the safe installation, operation or maintenance of this UPS, contact Alpha’s customer service department (www.alpha.com).

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1.3 The FXM Front Panel

Introduction

1.3 The FXM Front Panel

The FXM UPS is available in 3 models – FXM 650, FXM 1100 and FXM 2000. The FXM 650 and the FXM 1100/2000 look different, but all of the front panel connectors and circuit breakers operate in the same way. However the circuit breakers for each unit have different ratings. See the specifications section for details. All units operate in the same way unless stated otherwise in this manual.

The FXM 650 is available in two versions:

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FXM 650-24VDC – with a 24 VDC battery string voltage

FXM 650-48VDC – with a 48 VDC battery string voltage

The FXM 1100 is available in only one version:

• FXM 1100-48VDC – with a 48 VDC battery string voltage

The FXM 2000 is available in only one version:

• FXM 2000-48VDC – with a 48 VDC battery string voltage

Figure 1.3.1

Novus FXM 650 Front Panel

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Figure 1.3.2

Novus FXM 1100/2000 Front Panel

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1 Battery Breaker

This circuit breaker provides overcurrent protection and is an on/off switch for battery power. It must be on for proper UPS operation.

2 Battery Connector

This connects the external batteries to the UPS.

3 Internal Fan

This microprocessor-controlled fan regulates the UPS’s internal temperature for optimum performance. It must not be blocked.

• If the fan fails, an Alarm is generated (See Section 3.6, “Troubleshooting”).

4 LAN

This optional RJ-45 connector is the UPS’s Ethernet connector.

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5 LCD Control Panel

This panel and the cancel, scroll and select buttons below it let you monitor and control the

UPS. More information is given in Section 3, “Operation.”

6 Battery Voltage Test Points

These let you measure the battery voltage. They accept 2 mm diameter test probe tips.

The battery circuit breaker must be on to measure the voltage.

• NOTE: It is not and should not be used as a power outlet.

7 RS-232

This DE-9 connector allows you to use a straight-through DB-9 to DE-9 connector computer cable to connect the UPS to a computer for remote control and monitoring. More information is given in Section 4, “Communication.”

8 Battery Temp

This connector attaches the battery temperature sensor to the UPS so the UPS can monitor the battery temperature. The charging voltage is temperature dependant and the

UPS’s microprocessor adjusts it for optimum charging.

• The sensor MUST be attached to the UPS for normal operation. Firmly attach the sensor end to the centre battery’s case with high-strength flameproof tape (such as duct tape) as shown in Section 2.3,

“Wiring the External Batteries.” If it isn’t, a “Temperature Probe Unplugged” alarm will appear on the

LCD. See Section 3.6, “Troubleshooting,” “Temp Probe Unplugged.”

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9 Contacts C1 to C6

Contacts C1 to C5 allow you to connect the UPS to an external monitoring panel or to traffic control equipment.

The factory default settings are as given below, but you can program them to meet your requirements (See Section 4.4, “Programming the Dry Contacts and the Clock”). To learn how the contacts are configured, see Section 4.4.1, “Programming the Dry Contacts” or

Section 4.6, “Novus User Software.”

For Contact C6, the default factory configuration for the FXM 1100/2000 is +48VDC output

(FXM 650-24 is +24VDC, FXM 650-48 is +48VDC), but it can be factory configured as a dry contact.

Figure 1.3.3A shows the contact’s layout while Figure 1.3.3B shows the +48VDC or

+24VDC terminal block layout.

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C1: This contact is energized when line power is unqualified and the UPS provides backup battery power to the load(s). It can be called the “On Battery” contact.

C2, C3: These contacts are energized when the battery drops below a pre-set voltage level. They can be called the “Low Battery” contacts.

You can change the pre-programmed level to match the batteries used and the actual operating conditions. See Section 4.3, “Operating the UPS, “#35 Low Battery Warning Voltage.”

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C4: This contact is energized after the UPS has been in Inverter mode for 2 hours. It can be called the “Timer” contact.

You can change the pre-programmed 2 hours to match your operating conditions. See Section 4.4.2,

“Programming the Dry Contacts and the Clock, Setting the Timer Contact.”

C5: This contact is energized when the UPS has a malfunction. It can be called the “Alarm” contact.

C6: The factory default layout for this contact is a relay that is energized when the UPS is in Line or Inverter modes and is de-energized when it is in Standby mode. It provides 48VDC (500 mA) or

24VDC (500 mA) from the external batteries to an external fan or other equipment. C6 can be factoryconfigured as a dry contact.

Microprocessor

UPS

Interior

The contacts have a maximum rating of 1A at 250V.

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Open (NO)

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Closed (NC)

Common (C)

Figure 1.3.3A

Contact Layout

(Standard for C1 to C5, Factory Option for C6)

Microprocessor

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48) or +24VDC (FXM

650-24) from the external batteries.

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48VDC/24VDC Contact Layout

(De-energized Shown, Factory Default for C6)

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10 Contacts C7 and C8

These optically isolated inputs let you attach an external switch panel for remote control of the UPS or have the UPS control Alpha Technologies’s optional Automatic Transfer Switch

(ATS).

• User Input (C7): This relay has 3 contacts to control the UPS (Figure 1.3.4A). They are:

19 (S1): Shorting this contact starts the UPS’s self test. Also see Section 3.4, “Operating the UPS,

Battery Test.”

20 (S2): Shorting this contact activates an alarm. Also see Section 3.6, “Troubleshooting, User

Input Alarm.”

21 (S3): Shorting this contact shuts off the UPS.

22 (C): Isolated return for contacts S1, S2 and S3. It is located on contact C8 (#22).

• ATS (C8): When the UPS is in Inverter mode, this normally open relay closes (Figure 1.3.4B), sending 48VDC (FXM 1100/2000) or 24VDC (FXM 650) from the external batteries to this dry contact.

If the optional Alpha Technologies’s Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) is connected, this causes the

ATS to switch the load from line power to the UPS’s battery backup power.

Contact C7 Contact C8 Contact C8

48VDC or 24VDC from the external batteries

Microprocessor

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S1:Self Test

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S2:Alarm

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S3:Shutdown

Figure 1.3.4A

User Input Layout

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ATS Layout

11 Status and Alarm LEDs

• Status: When this green LED is on, the UPS is in Line mode and line power is provided to the load.

When it is flashing, it is in Inverter mode and backup battery power is provided to the load.

• Alarm: When this red LED is on, the UPS has a fault. When it is flashing, it has an alarm (See

Section 3.6, “Troubleshooting”).

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This circuit breaker is an on/off switch for line power into the UPS and provides input protection. It must be on for proper UPS operation.

13 Input

This terminal block is the UPS’s power input.

14 Output

This terminal block is the UPS’s power output.

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Installation

This Section Tells You How to Install and Wire the Novus FXM UPS

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• Site Preparation Checklist (Section 2.1)

• Mounting the UPS (Section 2.2)

• Wiring the External Batteries (Section 2.3)

Wiring the UPS to the Line and the Load (Section 2.4)

• ATS/GTS Option (Section 2.5)

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2.1 Site Preparation Checklist

F Grounding

The UPS MUST be correctly grounded for proper operation.

Older facilities may have inadequate electrical grounding. Inspection must be performed by a qualified electrician before installation to ensure that grounding meets the local electrical code.

F Branch Circuit Breaker Protection

To provide branch circuit protection, the utility line attached to the UPS’s input

MUST be protected by a circuit breaker certified for this use in accordance with the local electrical code.

The breaker’s minimum size is calculated by the following formula:

Minimum Breaker Size= UPS’s maximum input current / 0.8

The UPS’s maximum input current is read off of the UPS’s nameplate. For example, if the nameplate gives the maximum input current as 20A, the circuit breaker should be rated at least 25A.

For the FXM 1100, to reduce the risk of fire, connect to a 20 A (for 120 V units) or

10 A (for 230 V units) maximum branch circuit overcurrent protection.

F Disconnects

The input and output lines to and from the UPS MUST have disconnect devices attached.

F Site Requirements

Install the UPS and batteries in a restricted access location, and on a surface that supports the total weight. The input wiring must reach a suitably grounded power outlet and the load wiring must reach the UPS’s output terminal blocks.

F Backup Generator (If used)

In Generator Mode, the UPS’s range of acceptable input frequency and voltage is expanded to accept the fluctuations created by a generator (See Section 3.4, “Operating the UPS, Sense Type”).

Use a generator with electronic speed and voltage controls which produces less than 10% voltage Total Harmonic Distortion (THD). Mechanical governors can force the UPS to run continuously in Battery mode.

Before installation, make sure the generator’s output voltage is compatible with the UPS’s input voltage requirements. To make sure the system runs smoothly, use a generator that supplies twice as much power as drawn by the total load.

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2.2 Mounting the UPS

The UPS can be placed on a shelf with no other parts needed. Any version of the FXM can be rack or wall mounted or secured to a shelf, such as on an outdoor enclosure’s shelf, with the optional mounting brackets as shown in Figure 2.2.1. The brackets and the screws to attach them to the UPS’s case are available from Alpha Technologies (part number 740-697-21).

Terminal block covers and the battery harness restraining bracket MUST be used and are available from Alpha Technologies (part number 740-698-21). If the

UPS end application is mounted inside an enclosure or in an area restricted to authorized personnel, then the covers and bracket may or may not be needed.

NOTE: To meet NEBS Level 1 specifications when you are installing this unit in a rack or frame, you MUST:

1. Before installation, clean all attachment points on the UPS, rack and mounting brackets and bring them to a bright finish. Then coat them with an anti-oxidant (such as Sanchem

Inc.’s No-Ox ID “A-Special Electrical Grade” or equivalent).

2. Attach the mounting brackets with the provided screws insure adequate grounding between the UPS’s chassis and the rack or frame.

Mounting brackets position for rack mounting (rotate to fit either 19-inch or 23-inch racks).

Figure 2.2.1 – Mounting the UPS

For the FXM 1100/2000 units only, the control panel and the power connection panel can be rotated to suit your needs. To rotate either one, unscrew the screws in each corner, remove the panel, rotate it and reinstall the screws.

Use care to avoid damaging or pulling out the wires or the ribbon cables when rotating the panels.

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2.3 Wiring the External Batteries

DANGER: Before starting, make sure you have read the instructions on battery safety in Section 1.1 of this manual.

Tools and Materials Required

• DC Voltmeter.

• Labels or masking tape and marker.

• Torque wrench.

• High strength, flame-proof tape (such as duct tape).

• Battery terminal corrosion inhibitor (such as NOCO Company’s NCP-2 or Sanchem Inc.’s

No-Ox ID Grease “A”).

• If ordered from Alpha, battery cable connector kit or kits.

Battery Checklist

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For the FXM 650, the battery string is 24VDC. For the FXM 1100/2000, the battery string is

48VDC.

Before attaching the batteries to the UPS, make sure the polarity is correct.

If you are making your own battery wiring harness, use at least 10 AWG (for FXM 650/1100) or 8 AWG (FXM 2000).

The battery return connection is to be treated as an Isolated DC return (DC-I) as defined in

GR-1089-CORE.

If batteries have been in storage for more than 3 months, recharge them for at least 24 hours then test them with a load before installation.

Each AlphaCell™ battery has a date code, found on the warning label, which must be recorded in the maintenance log. If non-Alpha batteries are used, see the manufacturer’s documentation for date code type and placement.

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Procedure

1. For FXM 1100/2000 and FXM 650-48 (48 V battery string), number the batteries from 1 to 4 with labels or tape as shown in Figure 2.3.1a. For FXM 650-24 (24 V battery string), number the batteries from 1 to 2 as shown in Figure 2.3.1b.

2. Coat the battery terminals with battery corrosion inhibitor.

3. Wire the batteries as shown in Figure 2.3.1a (for 48 V battery string) or Figure 2.3.1b (for

24 V battery string). If used, install the in-line fuse as shown.

Torque the battery terminals according to the manufacturer’s specifications as given on the name plate or data sheet.

4. Verify the battery connector polarity and DC voltage with a voltmeter. If correct, attach it to the UPS’s external battery connector. If not, perform troubleshooting before connecting it to the UPS.

5. Route the sensor end of the battery temperature cable to the batteries. Tape it to the side of the battery as shown in Figure 2.3.1a or Figure 2.3.1b.

6. If multiple battery strings are used, repeat steps 1 to 4 above as required.

Battery Wiring Finished

To negative (–) terminal

Optional In-Line Fuse

To positive (+) terminal

– +

Battery #1

– +

Battery #2

– +

Battery #3

– +

Battery #4

Tape the battery temperature sensor to the side of either battery #2 or battery #3.

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External Battery Wiring (for 48 V battery string)

To negative (–) terminal To positive (+) terminal

Optional In-Line Fuse

– +

Battery #1

– +

Battery #2

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External Battery Wiring (for 24 V battery string)

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2.4 Wiring the UPS

DANGER: Before starting, make sure line power is turned off and that the UPS’s battery and input circuit breakers are turned off.

If stranded wires are used to connect the input and output terminal blocks, ferules or equivalent crimping terminals must be used.


• Slot head screwdriver to fit the terminal blocks.

• Maximum 12 AWG copper wire rated to at least 90°C for the input and output power terminal blocks (or as specified by the local electrical code).

• If the contacts are used, a maximum of 16 AWG should be used for wiring.

Procedure

1. Connect the battery temperature sensor to the UPS. The sensor end of the cable should be attached to the side of the centre battery as shown in Figure 2.3.1a or b.

2. If used, connect:

• The Ethernet port.

• The RS-232 port.

• The contacts.

• The user inputs.

Ethernet port

Temperature sensor connector

RS-232 port

Contacts

User inputs

3. Connect the load line to the UPS’s output terminal block.

4. Connect the line power line to the UPS’s input terminal block.

FXM650

Input terminal block

Output terminal block

FXM 1100–2000

Output terminal block

Input terminal block

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DANGER: Before proceeding, verify the line wire is attached to the line terminal block, the ground wire is attached to the ground terminal block and the neutral wire is attached to the neutral terminal block to prevent accidental shocks or electrocutions.

5. Connect the external battery.

6. If needed, attached the terminal block covers and battery harness restraining bracket (See Section 2.2).

Wiring Finished

Battery connector

2.5 ATS/GTS Option

The ATS (automatic transfer switch) and the GTS (generator transfer switch) are two separate optional add-on switching units for the FXM family (FXM 650, 1100 and 2000). The ATS provides power and/or bypass capacity (automatic or manual) so the operator may disconnect the

FXM family of products from line power for easy removal and servicing. In bypass mode, the loads are directly connected to the line power without any conditioning. The ATS and GTS can be used alone or together to allow the use of 3 different back-up sources (line, batteries and or generator). Refer to the ATS/GTS Installation Manual (Alpha P/N 020-161-B0) for details.

Make sure you have read and understood the instructions given in the ATS/GTS

Installation Manual before making any connection to the supply.

Installation and wiring instructions are provided on a separate installation manual (020-

161-B0).

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Operation

This Section Tells You How to Operate the Novus FXM

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Operating the Control Panel (Section 3.1)

Turning the UPS On and Off (Section 3.2)

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Replacing the Batteries (Section 3.3)

• Operating the UPS (Section 3.4)

Making Measurements (Section 3.5)

Troubleshooting the UPS (Section 3.6)

Viewing the 25-Event Log (Section 3.7)

Operation

3.1 Operating the Control Panel

The LCD control panel provides “at a glance” monitoring. This panel, when used along with the CANCEL, SCROLL and SELECT buttons below it, lets you program, make measurements and troubleshoot the UPS. The layout is shown below in Figure 3.1.1 below.

The UPS is monitored and controlled with a series of menus and submenus. The menu tree and how to use the buttons to move through it is shown in Figure 3.1.3. For a tutorial on how to use this panel, see Section 3.3, “Battery Replacement.”

UPS Voltage Configuration

(120VAC or 230VAC)

UPS Frequency

(60Hz or 50Hz)

UPS Model Name

Alpha

FXM 1100

120/60/N

LINE

Sense Type Setting

(Normal (N) or Generator (G)).

See Section 3.4 “Sense Type.

CANCEL SCROLL SELECT Present Operating Mode

(Line Shown) See Figure 3.1.2.

Pressing CANCEL moves you up one level in the menu tree (Figure 3.1.3).

Pressing SCROLL moves you through the submenus

(Figure 3.1.3) or toggles between choices when programming (Section 3.4).

Pressing SELECT moves you down 1 level in the menu tree (Figure 3.1.3) or accepts a change when programming

(Section 3.4).

Figure 3.1.1

LCD Control Panel (Logo Screen Shown)

The UPS’s operating mode automatically changes as a result of changes in the line or the

UPS’s operating status (Figure 3.1.2. Also See Specifications, “Boost/Buck/Line Transfer

Thresholds”). The LCD panel automatically updates to reflect this.

UPS Operating Modes

LCD Shows Description

SHUTDOWN The UPS’s inverter is turned off. Line power is disconnected from the load.

LINE The UPS is turned on. Line power is provided to the load.

BOOST1 OR BOOST2 The UPS’s transformer is raising line voltage without using the batteries. AVR is enabled (See Section

3.4).

BUCK1 OR BUCK2 The UPS’s transformer is lowering line voltage without using the batteries. AVR is enabled (See

Section 3.4).

INVERTER The UPS is providing backup battery power to the load. Also See Figure 3.4.1, “INVERTER.”

RETRAN The UPS is transferring from the state it is now in into Line mode.

TRAN The UPS is transferring from the state it is now in into Inverter mode.

STANDBY The UPS’s electronics are turned on but there is no output. If there is qualified line power at the input, the UPS switches into Line, Boost or Buck mode.

BYPASS This mode is manually set with the Control Menu (See Figure 3.4.1, “Control Menu, INV BYPASS.”)

This locks the unit into line mode and turns off the battery charger so the unit can work with a manual break-before-make bypass switch.

Figure 3.1.2

UPS Operating Modes

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Pressing the CANCEL, SCROLL and SELECT buttons let you to navigate through the menus and submenus to control, monitor and troubleshoot the UPS as shown in Figure 3.1.3 below.

For a tutorial on how to use these menus, see Section 3.3, “Battery Replacement.”

CANCEL

Logo Screen

(Figure 3.1.1)

SELECT

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Starting at the Logo

Screen, press the SELECT button to go down one level.

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Press the SCROLL button to move between the menus. The

SCROLL button moves only in one direction, so if you overshoot, you have to go all the way around the menu tree again.

Control Menu

(Section 3.4)

SCROLL

System Status Menu

(Section 3.5)

SCROLL

Alarm and Fault

Menus (If Active)

(Section 3.6)

SCROLL

Event Status Menu

(Section 3.7)

SCROLL

CANCEL SELECT



Press the SELECT button to enter the submenu. Then press the SCROLL button to cycle through the submenu items. The

SCROLL button moves only in one direction, so if you overshoot, you have to go all the way around the submenu again.

SCROLL

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The CONTROL menu

(Figure 3.4.1) lets you control, program and adjust the UPS to meet your operating needs or to allow the UPS to be connected to traffic intersection equipment.

You can control the:

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INVERTER

INV BYPASS

BATT TEST

AUTO TEST

SHUTDOWN

SENSE TYPE

FUNC MODE

VOLTAGE

FREQUENCY

QUAL TIME

BATT COMP

DATE SEL

INV RECORD

CHARGE CUR

The SYSTEM STATUS menu (Figure 3.5.1) lets you measure various inputs, outputs and other values. The available measurements are:

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VIN

VOUT

IOUT AC

BATT TEMP

FREQ IN

OUTPUT PWR

BATT VOLT

CHGR CUR

DATE

TIME

INV COUNT

INV TIMER

SHED TIMER 1, 2 OR 3

VERSION

The ALARM and FAULT menus (Section 3.6) are invisible and disabled until the UPS has a malfunction.

When the front panel’s alarm LED is on or flashing, press SELECT.

One of the malfunctions listed in Figure 3.6.1 will appear on the LCD. Press the SCROLL button to see if more than 1 malfunction is present.

Fix the malfunction. Press the SELECT button to clear the malfunction from the screen.

If the malfunction is fixed, the malfunction is cleared from the LCD. If it isn’t fixed, it will reappear on the screen.

The EVENT STATUS menu

(Section 3.7) displays the last 25 UPS events on the

LCD. For the 100-event log, see Section 4.5.

Press the SELECT button to access the menu. Press the SELECT then the

SCROLL button to scroll through the events. To see what a specific event was, press the SELECT button.

Press the SCROLL button to see what malfunction triggered the event.

Figure 3.1.3

LCD Menu Tree

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3.2 Turning the UPS On and Off

If the UPS constantly switches between Inverter and Line modes due to a noisy line, the

UPS’s input parameters should be broadened from normal to generator (See Section

3.4, “Operating the UPS, Sense Type.” Also See Specifications, “Boost/Buck/Line

Transfer Thresholds”).

In generator mode, the range of acceptable input frequency and voltage is expanded to accept the fluctuations created by a generator .

3.2.1 Turn On

This procedure assumes the line is qualified and the batteries are fully charged. If the UPS does not act as described, do troubleshooting as described in Section 3.6, “Troubleshooting.”

If this is the first turn on after the UPS’s installation or maintenance, do steps 3 and 4, or do a battery test (See Section 3.4 “Operating the UPS, Battery Test”) to confirm the wiring is correct, that the batteries are charged and that the UPS functions correctly.

Before starting, make sure the UPS’s battery and input circuit breakers are off.

Procedure

1. Turn on the battery circuit breaker.

The LCD displays STANDBY and the fan turns on for about a minute.

2. Turn on the input circuit breaker.

The FXM series has autofrequency sensing. When it is first turned on, it senses the line frequency and adjusts its output frequency to match (Also

See Specifications).

The LCD displays RETRAN, then shows

LINE, or BUCK or BOOST. The status

LED turns on.

If there is no line power, the UPS will go to Line mode when the line is qualified.

If you need to provide backup battery power to the load, do a manual start by using the inverter command (See Section

3.4 “Operating the UPS, Inverter”).

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3. Turn off the input circuit breaker.

The LCD shows INVERTER, the status

LED starts flashing to show the UPS is running on backup battery power. Make sure the load(s) are receiving power.

4. Turn on the input circuit breaker.

The LCD displays RETRAN, then shows

LINE, or BUCK or BOOST. The status

LED turns on.

Turn On Finished

3.2.2 Turn Off

1. Turn off the input circuit breaker.

2. Turn off the battery circuit breaker.

The status LED is off and the LCD panel is blank.

Turn Off Finished

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3.3 Replacing the Batteries

During battery replacement the UPS cannot provide backup battery power. This procedure should NOT be done when critical loads are running that depend on this unit for backup power.

Procedure

1. If the UPS is in Line, Buck or Boost mode (See Figure 3.1.2) go to the control submenu to switch it into Inverter

Bypass (See Section 3.4 also see the

Control Panel Tutorial in this section). If it isn’t in those modes, wait until the line is qualified.

2. Turn off the battery circuit breaker.

3. Unplug the battery string.

4. Disconnect the battery cables from the batteries.

5. Connect the battery cables to the new batteries.

6. Plug the battery connector into the UPS.

7. Turn on the battery circuit breaker.

8. Switch the UPS out of Inverter Bypass.

Battery Replacement Finished

Control Panel Tutorial

From the Logo Screen (Figure 3.1.1):

1) Press the SELECT button once.

The LCD Screen shows CONTROL MENUS.


The LCD screen shows INVERTER.

3) Press the SCROLL button until the LCD shows INV

BYPASS.


OFF is flashing.

5) Press the SCROLL button once.

ON is flashing.


ON is on solid. The UPS has been switched into INV

BYPASS and you can replace the batteries.

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3.4 Operating the UPS

The control menu (Figure 3.4.1) lets you operate the UPS or program it to suit your operating conditions. You can also use the Novus User Software to make these adjustments (See

Section 4.6, “Novus User Software”).

Procedure

1. From the logo screen (See Figure 3.1.1) go to the control menu (See Figure

3.1.3).

2. Press the SELECT button to enter the submenu (See Figure 3.4.1).

CONTROL

MENUS

120/60/N

CANCEL SCROLL SELECT

LINE

3. Press the SCROLL button to move between items in the submenu.

4. When you have reached the item you want to change, press the SELECT button. The item chosen is blinking.

5. To toggle between the choices, press the

SCROLL button. Stop when you reach the choice you want.

6. To make the change, press the SELECT button. The blinking stops.

Programming Finished

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LCD Shows

INVERTER

INV BYPASS

Meaning

Inverter

Inverter Bypass

INVERTER

OFF

INVERTER

ON

120/60/N

LINE

120/60/N

LINE

Control Menu

Description

When turned on, this forces the UPS to provide backup battery power to the load.

This is usually activated when the UPS is turned on and there is no line power

available. Also See Section 4.3, “Operating the UPS, #31 Inverter On/Off.”

This function can only be turned on when the UPS is in line mode. When turned on, this locks the UPS into line mode, turns off the battery charger and makes the output voltage equal to the input voltage. This is done to:

Replace the batteries (See Section 3.3).

OR

Allow the use of a break-before-make manual bypass switch so the UPS can be shut off for maintenance or replacement without interrupting power to the load.

Figure 3.4.1

Control Menu

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BATT TEST

AUTO TEST

SHUTDOWN

SENSE TYPE

FUNC MODE

VOLTAGE

FREQUENCY

QUAL TIME

BATT COMP

DATE SEL

INV RECORD

CHARGE CUR

Battery Test

Automatic Battery

Test

Shutdown

Sense Type

Control Menu (Continued)

This is the UPS’s self test. When it is turned on, the UPS is forced to verify its proper operation by providing backup battery power to the load and then switches back to Line mode. The default setting for the run time is 2 minutes, but

this can be changed in the RS-232 menus (See Section 4.3, “Operating the UPS,

#30: Battery Test Options”).

If the GUI’s periodic battery test is enabled (See Section 4.6), this starts the test no matter when it is scheduled to take place.

When this function is turned on, the UPS’s inverter is shut off. The line is disconnected from the load, so no line power is provided to it.

This function can only be used when the UPS is in Standby or Shutdown mode

(See Figure 3.1.2). This function toggles between:

Functional Mode

NORMAL: The UPS can operate successfully with most line conditions.

OR

GENERATOR: The UPS’s input voltage and frequency parameters are expanded so the UPS can work with the fluctuations caused by a generator or noisy line.

The functional mode can only be changed when the UPS is in Standby or

Shutdown mode (See Figure 3.1.2. Also See Specifications, “Boost/Buck/Line

Transfer Thresholds”). This function toggles between:

AUTOMATIC VOLTAGE REGULATION (AVR): The buck and boost modes are active.

OR

Voltage

Frequency

QUALITY: The buck and boost modes are turned off, the input voltage is the

UPS’s output voltage. The range of acceptable input voltage is narrowed to 100±2VAC to 130±2VAC. If you are connecting an Alpha Technologies’s

Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) to traffic intersection equipment, then you

MUST switch the UPS to quality since most traffic equipment cannot handle the high voltage output of the UPS when it is in AVR mode.

This lets you set the UPS’s output voltage setting to 120VAC, 230VAC or 220VAC.

This should ONLY be done by a qualified technician acting under the instructions of Alpha Technologies customer service department. Failure to contact Alpha technologies before doing this procedure could result in voiding of the warranty.

The frequency can only be changed when the UPS is in Standby mode. This lets you set the UPS’s frequency setting to 50Hz or 60Hz. This should ONLY be done by a qualified technician acting under the instructions of Alpha Technologies customer service department. Failure to contact Alpha technologies before doing this procedure could result in voiding of the warranty.

Line Qualify Time

Battery Temperature

Compensation

This lets you set how long it takes for the UPS to return to Line mode after the line has become requalified to make sure the line is stable. It can be set to 3,

10, 20, 30, 40 or 50 seconds. The factory default setting is 3 seconds. Also See

Section 4.3, “Operating the UPS, #34: Line Qualify Time.”

This lets you set the battery temperature compensation to match the batteries you are using. It can be set to -2.5, -4, -5 or -6 mV/°C/Cell. The factory default setting is -5 mV/°C/Cell.

Date Format Selection This lets you toggle the UPS’s date format between YY-MM-DD or MM-YY-DD,

DD-MM-YY, YYYY-MM-DD, MM-DD-YYYY OR DD-MM-YYYY. The factory default setting is MM-DD-YY.

Inverter Record Clear This clears the inverter counter and timer from the LCD’s system status menu

(See Section 3.7). This does not clear the 100-event log in the RS-232 menus (See

Sections 4.5 and 4.6).

Charger Current This allows you to set the battery charger current to either 0A, 3A, 6A or 10A.

NOTE: If you set the battery charger to 0A, you will turn the charger off.

Figure 3.4.1

Control Menu (Continued)

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3.5 Making Measurements

The system status menu (Figure 3.5.1) lets you make measurements of various UPS inputs, outputs, temperatures and other values. You can also use the Novus User Software to make these measurements (See Section 4.6, “Novus User Software”).

Procedure

1. From the logo screen (Figure 3.1.1) go to the system status menu (Figure 3.1.3).

STATUS

MENUS

120/60/N

LINE

2. Press the SELECT button to enter the submenu (Figure 3.5.1).


3. Press the SCROLL button to move between items in the submenu. When you reach the item you want to measure, stop pressing the button.

The measurement is automatically displayed on the LCD. It is automatically updated every 0.5 second (VIN shown).

Measurement Finished

VIN

120V

120/60/N

LINE

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LCD Shows

VIN

VOUT

IOUT AC

BATT TEMP

FREQ IN

OUTPUT PWR

BATT VOLT

CHGR CUR


Meaning

Input Voltage

Description

The line input voltage into the UPS.

Output Voltage The UPS’s output voltage (true RMS).

Output Current (AC) The UPS’s AC output current (true RMS).

Battery Temperature The battery’s temperature (°C).

Input Frequency The frequency of line power into the UPS (Hz).

Output Power

Battery Voltage

Charger Current

The UPS’s output power in VA (true RMS).

The battery’s output voltage (VDC).

The UPS’s battery charging current is set to this value (Amps).

Figure 3.5.1

System Status Menu

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DATE

TIME

INV COUNT

INV TIMER

SHED TIMER1

SHED TIMER2

SHED TIMER3

VERSION

Date

Time

Inverter Count

Inverter Time

Amount of time until the dry contact is activated.

Software Version


The date and time (24 hour clock).

The number of times the UPS was in inverter mode.

The total amount of time the UPS was in inverter mode.

The factory default dry contact for this setting is contact C4. SHED TIMER2 and SHED

TIMER3 can be field programmed (See Section 4.4.2, “Setting the Timer Contact”). This display shows the amount of time left (in seconds) until the contact is activated. The factory default setting is 2 hours, but this can be changed as shown in Section 4.4.2.

The software version used in this UPS.

Figure 3.5.1

System Status Menu (Continued)

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3.6 Troubleshooting the UPS

When the front panel alarm LED is on or flashing, the UPS has a malfunction. The alarm and fault submenus (Figure 3.6.1) describe the malfunction. You can also use the Novus User

Software for troubleshooting (See Section 4.6, “Novus User Software”).

Procedure

1. Press the SELECT button.


2. One of the conditions listed in Figure

3.6.1 is displayed on the LCD (Alarm: overload shown in this example).

3. Press the SCROLL button to see if more than one malfunction is present.

4. To clear the malfunction from the screen, press and hold the SELECT button for 5 seconds.

Troubleshooting Finished

ALARM STATUS

Alarm Submenu


Over Load The UPS is overloaded. Remove excess loads.

Batt Temp High The battery temperature is above the specifications. Ensure that the battery fan (if used) is working.

Batt Temp Low The battery temperature is below the specifications. Use optional battery heating mats or heater.

Batt Low Warning The batteries are almost discharged. Also see Section 4.3, “Operating the UPS,” “#35: Low Battery

Warning Voltage.”

FAN Alarm The UPS’s fan has failed. Contact Alpha Technologies.

Temp Probe Unplug The temperature probe is unplugged. Plug it back into the UPS.

User Input Alarm When the user input is shorted (See Section 1.3, “User Input: S2”), this alarm appears.

In Freq Out Of Range The line frequency is outside of the UPS’s qualified range.

Weak Battery The batteries failed the self test.

Battery Test The UPS is performing battery test.

Batt Breaker Open The battery breaker is opened.

Figure 3.6.1

Alarm and Fault Submenus

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Fault Submenu


Overload Fault The load draws more power than the UPS can provide. This can lead to an automatic UPS shutdown.

Remove excess loads.

Short Circuit The load has a short.

Intl Temp Fault The UPS’s internal temperature is too high and could cause an automatic UPS shutdown. Verify that the fan is not blocked and that it is working by performing a self test. Also See Fan Fail Alarm.

Output Over Voltage The output voltage is above or below the UPS’s specifications.

Output Voltage Low

Battery Fail The batteries have failed the self test. Inspect them to make sure they are properly connected and that they are in good condition. Make sure they are fully charged.

Backfeed A relay inside the UPS has failed. It cannot be fixed in the field. Contact Alpha Technologies customer service department.

Battery Over Voltage Battery voltage is abnornally high.

Batt Volt Low Battery voltage is low and is close to self-kill level.

Figure 3.6.1

Alarm and Fault Submenus (Continued)

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3.7 Viewing the 25-Event Log

The event menu displays on the LCD the last 25 events the UPS went through and the malfunction that triggered it. If more than 25 events occur, the oldest is overwritten. To clear this log, see Section 3.4, “Operating the UPS, INV RECORD.”

To see the last 100 events, go to the RS-232 100-event log (See Section 4.5, “100-Event Log” or Section 4.6, “Novus User Software, Event History.”)

Procedure

1. From the Logo Screen (Figure 3.1.1) go to the EVENT STATUS MENU (Figure

3.2.3).

2. Press the SELECT button to enter the submenu.

EVENT STAT

MENUS

120/60/N


LINE

The log screen appears.

DATE EVENT HAPPENED

(YY:MM:DD)

06:11:29

16:23:56

TIME EVENT HAPPENED

(HH:MM:SS 24-hour clock)

OPERATING MODE THE UPS WAS IN WHEN

THE EVENT HAPPENED (Line shown)

LINE

EVENT: 1

EVENT COUNTER

(Event #1 shown)

3. Press the SELECT button. The event counter flashes.

4. Press the SCROLL button to scroll through the event counter.

5. When you reach the event you want press the SELECT button.

The event loading screen appears and then the log screen reappears with the details for that event.

6. Press the SCROLL button. One of the faults or alarms shown in Figure 3.6.1 is displayed and it is the malfunction that triggered the event.

Finished

Event

Loading EVENT: 1

ALARM STATUS

Over Load

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Communication

This Section Tells You How To Operate the Novus FXM With

RS-232 Computer Commands

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How to Wire the RS-232 Port (Section 4.1)

How to Use the Main Menu (Section 4.2)

• How to Adjust and Control the FXM (Section 4.3)

How to Program the Dry Contacts or Set the Clock and Calendar (Section 4.4)

• How to Access the 100-Event Log (Section 4.5)

How to Install and Use the Novus User Software (Section 4.6)

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4.1 Wiring the RS-232 Port

The UPS’s front panel has a DB-9 female connector. When connected to a PC with Window’s

HyperTerminal or other terminal emulation software, the UPS can be remotely monitored and controlled with it’s command-line system (See Sections 4.2 to 4.5). The Novus User Software provides a Windows or Web browser type of control (See Section 4.6).

Procedure

1. Connect a 9-pin, fully shielded, straightthrough DB-9 to DB-9 connector cable between the computer’s port and the

UPS’s port.

2. Configure the communications parameters to the values shown in the terminal set up table.

RS-232 Wiring Finished

Terminal Set Up Table

Emulation

Type

Xon/Xoff

Flow Control

VT 100 or

Compatible

Duplex Mode Half

Duplex

None

RTS/CTS

Flow Control

Off

Line Wrap On

Screen Scroll On

CR

Translation

CR

Backspace N/A

Break Length N/A

Emulation

Type

N/A

Communication

Parameters

Handshaking Software

Handshaking

Baud Rate 2400 bps

Data Format 8 Data, No

Parity, 1 Stop

Bit

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4.2 Using the Main Menu

The UPS’s main menu screen runs on a command line system (Figure 4.2.1). This program does not recognize the backspace or delete keys even if appears that way on the monitor. If you make a mistake and press ENTER, the UPS echoes the command back exactly as you typed it. Press ENTER and retype the command again.

If you choose not to use the command line system, you can use the Novus User

Software to run and monitor the UPS (See Section 4.6).

4.2.1 Main Menu Screen

The main menu screen (Figure 4.2.1) shows the UPS’s current input and output values, displays if any faults or alarms are present and gives access to the submenus. It is reached from anywhere in the menu tree (Figure 4.2.2) by typing 0 and pressing ENTER. The UPS is controlled by submenu 3.

To access a particular submenu, type in the submenu number and press ENTER. To update the main menu screen, press ENTER.

The complete menu tree is given in Figure 4.2.2. Tables describing the Line Status, Output

Status, Faults and Alarms displays are given in Sections 4.2.3, 4.2.4 and 4.2.5.

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The readings on the main menu screen do not automatically update to reflect changes in the

UPS’s status. Press ENTER to update the screen.

For many functions you need to enter a password. The factory set password is 1111.

Submenu Numbers

(Figure 4.2.2)

Status, Faults and

Alarms Displays

(Sections 4.2.3 to 4.2.5)

{

{

Figure 4.2.1

Main Menu Screen

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4.2.2 RS-232 Menu Tree

Submenus #1, 2 and 4 are read-only screens for monitoring the UPS. To control the UPS, use submenu #3, the Maintenance submenu.

0-Main Menu

(Figure 4.2.1)

Submenus

1-Unit Specifications 2-Input/Output Values

Unit Model

Input

Voltage

Frequency

Output

Voltage

VA

Battery Voltage

Voltage

Software Version

Input

Voltage

Frequency

Output

Voltage

Current

VA

Battery

Voltage

Temperature

These 2 read-only screens show the UPS’s factory specifications or the present input and output measurements. The Input/Output Values submenu does not automatically update. For an updated value, type 2 and press ENTER.

Press ENTER to go up 1 level in the menu tree.

To reach any submenu, type in its number and press

ENTER.

To reach the main menu, type

0 and press ENTER.

Submenus

3-Maintenance

(Section 4.3)

4-Line Slow

Detection Setup

30-Battery Test Options

300-Set Battery Test Period

301-Battery Test On/Off

31-Inverter On/Off

310-Set Inverter-Off Delay

311-Inverter On/Off

32-Change Password

34-Line Qualify Time

1) Set to 3 seconds (Default)

2) Set to 10 seconds)

3) Set to 20 seconds




35-Low Battery Warning

Voltage

36-Load Shed Timer

On/Off

1) Timer 1 on

2) Timer 1 off

3) Timer 2 on

4) Timer 2 off

5) Timer 3 on

6) Timer 3 off

This read-only screen shows the UPS’s input voltage parameters. These values are factory set and cannot be changed in the field. See

Specifications, “Boost/Buck/

Line Transfer Thresholds.”

Figure 4.2.2

RS-232 Menu Tree

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4.2.3 Line Status

Line status tells you the line’s condition (Also see Figure 3.1.2). For an updated value, press

ENTER.

Line Status: Normal

Output Status: Line Mode

Faults: No Faults

Alarms: No Alarms

Line Status

Normal The line is within specifications (See specifications, “Boost/Buck/Line Transfer

Thresholds”). The UPS is operating in Line mode.

Boost Line voltage is out of tolerance. The UPS is operating in Boost mode.

Boost2 Line voltage is out of tolerance. The UPS is operating in Boost 2 mode.

Buck Line voltage is out of tolerance. The UPS is operating in Buck mode.

Buck2 Line voltage is out of tolerance. The UPS is operating in Buck 2 mode.

Blackout The line is absent.

Freq low Line frequency is too low.

Freq high Line frequency is too high.

4.2.4 Output Status

Output status tells you how the UPS is producing power (Also see Figure 3.1.2). For an updated value, press ENTER.

Line Status: Normal


Faults: No Faults

Alarms: No Alarms

Output Status

Line mode

Battery mode

Battery mode, low bat. warning

Battery mode (testing battery)

Boost mode

Boost 2 mode

Buck mode

Buck 2 mode

Hot swap mode

Inverter off due to fault

Inverter off due to low battery

Inverter off at start-up

Shutdown due to user request

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4.2.5 Fault and Alarm Displays

These display any malfunctions the UPS has (Also see Section 3.6).

Line Status: Normal


Faults: Short Circuit

Alarms: No Alarms

Line Status: Normal


Faults: No Alarms

Alarms: Batt_Cut_hi

Faults

Short_Circuit The load has a short.

Vout_Hi The output voltage is above specifications.

Batt_Hi The batteries cannot be charged.

Batt_Lo The batteries are almost discharged.

Vout_Lo The output voltage is below specifications.

Overload The UPS is overloaded. Remove excess loads.

Backfeed A relay inside the UPS has failed and it cannot be replaced in the field. Contact Alpha Technologies customer service department.

Bad_Battery The battery has failed the self test

Temp_Hi The UPS is operating above temperature range.

Alarms

Overload The UPS is overloaded. Turn off excess loads.

Temp_Hi The ambient battery temperature is too high.

Temp_Lo The ambient battery temperature is too low.

User_Input The user input contact (See Section 1.3, User

Input: S2) is shorted.

Line_Freq The line frequency is outside of the UPS’s input specifications.

No_Temp_

Probe

The battery temperature sensor has become disconnected or has failed.

Weak_Battery The battery has failed the self test.

Batt_Low The battery voltage is low.

Batt_Brkr_

Open The battery breaker is opened.

Batt_test The UPS is performing battery test.

Fan_Fail The UPS internal fan has failed.

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4.3 Adjusting and Controlling the UPS

The Maintenance submenu (Figure 4.3.1) lets you control the UPS and change selected items to meet your operational needs.

Procedure

At the main menu (Figure 4.2.1) type 3 and press ENTER.

Maintenance Submenu

30 Battery Test Options This starts the self test and sets for how long it will run. The default setting for the test duration is 2 minutes, but this can be adjusted in

1 minute intervals. Also See Section 3.4, “Operating the UPS, BATT

TEST.”

31 Inverter On/Off This switches the inverter on or off to allow you to prevent a deep damaging battery discharge or to provide backup battery power to

the load. Also See Section 3.4, “Operating the UPS, INVERTER.”

You can set a delay before the inverter is turned on to allow you time to turn critical loads off. The Set Inverter ON/OFF delay is only available when the UPS is in Battery or Standby modes.

The delay can be adjusted in 1 second steps with a default of setting of 0 seconds to a maximum of 600 seconds (5 minutes). The delay is only available in Standby or Battery modes. Once the UPS returns to

Line mode, the delay resets itself to 0 seconds.

32 Change Password This changes the UPS’s password. The factory set password is 1111.

It can only be changed when the when the UPS is in Line mode. The password must be only 4 numbers (no letters or spaces) long.

34 Line Qualify Time This lets you set the delay when the UPS goes from Battery mode to Line mode after the line becomes requalified. The purpose of this delay is to make sure the line is stable before the UPS switches back

to it. Also See Section 3.4, “Operating the UPS, QUAL TIME.”

The default setting is 3 seconds, but you can set this to 3, 10, 20, 30,

40 or 50 seconds.

35 Low Battery Warning Voltage The lets you set the UPS’s low battery warning voltage, adjusting the setting to match the batteries you are using and the actual operating conditions.

The default value is 40% (47 VDC) and can be adjusted in 1% (0.05

VDC) increments between 45.0 (0 %) and 50.0 VDC (100%) by typing in the % battery voltage level where you want the warning to be triggered at.

36 Load Shed Timer On/Off This lets you turn the timer contacts on or off (See Section 1.3.1,

“FXM 1100/2000, Contacts C1 to C6”).

Figure 4.3.1

Maintenance Submenu

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4.4 Programming the Dry Contacts and the Clock

The UPS’s front panel contacts (Section 1.3.1, “FXM 1100/2000, Contacts C1 to C6”) can be programmed to meet your specifications with RS–232 communications. You can also adjust the UPS’s date and time.

4.4.1 Programming the Dry Contacts

The functions of dry contacts C1 to C5 (and if factory configured, dry contact C6) can be changed with RS-232 communications.

For example, to change contact C1:

1. To see how it is currently programmed, type c1 (all lower case) and press ENTER.

2. The UPS responds with *c1=1 where the * shows the unit responded to your command.

1 shows it is programmed to be the On Battery indicator as shown in the Dry Contact

Configuration table below.

Dry Contact Configuration

1= On Battery 4= Alarm

2= Low Battery 5= Fault

3= Timer 1 6= Disabled

7= Timer 2

8= Timer 3

9= 48VDC

(Only available for contact C6)

3. To change the contact, type c1=X where X is 1 to 9 and press ENTER.

The UPS responds with *c1=(1 to 9). The programming is done for that contact. Repeat as necessary for the other contacts.

Each contact can only be programmed for one function at a time; it cannot show multiple conditions.

4. To reset the contacts to the factory default, type default and press ENTER. The UPS responds with *default, showing it is reset. This command also resets the timer setting to the 2 hours factory default (See Section 4.4.2, “Setting the Timer Contact”). See

Specifications for the factory default settings of dry contacts C1 to C6.

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4.4.2 Setting the Timer Contact

The front panel’s timer contact (Section 1.3.1, “FXM 1100/2000, Contacts C1 to C6” and

Section 4.4.1) can be programmed to suit your application.

Enter command

timer and press Enter

UPS display Description

*timer=02:00:00 Returns the value of timer1

timer1 and press Enter *timer1=02:00:00 Returns the value of timer1

Displaying the T timer2 and press Enter *timer2=02:00:00 Returns the value of timer2

timer=00:01:00 and press Enter *timer=00:01:00 Sets the value of timer1 to 60 timer=120 † *timer=120 seconds.

timer1=00:01:00 and press Enter *timer1=00:01:00 Sets the value of timer1 to 60 timer1=120 and press Enter

† seconds.

and press Enter *timer1=120

timer2=00:01:00 and press Enter *timer2=00:01:00 Sets the value of timer2 to 60 timer2=120 † and press Enter

default and press Enter

*timer2=120

*default seconds.

Resets the timer to the factory default of 02:00:00 (2 hours); and resets contacts

C1 to C5 to the factory default settings.(See Section 4.4.1,

“Programming the Dry Contacts.”)

Note: In the above example, the default timer setting of 2 hours is used.

* Indicates that the UPS has responded to the command you entered.

† Time can be entered in units of 0.5 second; e.g. 120 units of 0.5 seconds = 60 seconds. However, it is more intuitive to enter time in the hh:mm:ss format, such as 00:01:00 for 1 minute or 60 seconds in the above example.

Finished

4.4.3 Setting the Date and Time

Enter command

clock and press Enter

UPS display

*clock=12/31/07 22:00:00

Description

Returns the value of timer1

clock=010107120000 and press Enter

*clock=01/01/07 12:00:00 † Sets the date and time to Jan 01,

2007, 12:00pm.

Note: Time is displayed in the 24 hours clock format. Changing the mm/dd/yy format with DATE SEL on the LCD Control

Menu (Figure 3.4.1) does not change the RS-232 mm/dd/yy format.

* Indicates that the UPS has responded to the command you entered.

† If the date or time change is invalid, the UPS will return the time and date it was set to before you tried making the change. The date and time must be entered as one complete line command; you cannot change only the time or the date alone, both must be set at the same time. If you make a mistake, press ENTER and try again.

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4.5 100-Event Log

Up to 100 events are stored in the UPS’s log. If more than 100 events occur, the oldest is over written.

Procedure

1. To see the log, type event (all lower case) and press ENTER. The events are listed starting with the most recent and appear as: eventX=12/25/99 01:45:59 0000000000000000, 0000000000000000, 000

Event # Date Time Alarm Fault Mode

Alarm: When the following bits show a 1, it is displaying the following alarms.

For details on these readouts, see below.

Fault: When the following bits show a 1, it is displaying the following faults.

Code Mode Code Mode Code Mode

000 Standby 003 Boost 1 006 Inverter

001

002

Line

Boost 2

004

005

Buck 1

Buck 2

009

010

Shutdown

Bypass

2. If less than 100 events occurred, the last entry appears as: eventX=00/00/00 00:00:00 0000000000000000, 0000000000000000, 000

3. To clear the log, type eventclr and press ENTER.

It takes the UPS 30 seconds to clear the log. Do not enter any other commands during this time.

4. To see a specific event, type eventX where X is from 1 to 100 and press ENTER. To see a range of events (for example, events 20 to 30), type eventX-X where X are events from 1 to 100 and press ENTER.

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4.6 Novus User Software

4.6.1 Introduction

The Novus User Software Graphical User Interface (GUI) provides Web or Windows © like computer communications with the UPS. The screen and it’s features are shown below in

Figure 4.6.1. With it you can monitor, control and set various parameters like the date and time, when the weekly self test is run, change the relay configurations, etc. The Fault or Alarm indicators show you if the UPS has a malfunction and what it it. Descriptions of all the screens and their functions are given in Section 4.6.4, “Operation.”

Menus

Current UPS operating

mode

(Figure

3.1.2). This is updated automatically.

Screen

Selection

Menus

Online

Indicator

Fault and

Alarm

Indicators

When a light in this bar is on, move the mouse over the light to learn what the malfunction is. Double clicking on the light will send you to the Alarms &

Faults screen.

Readout

Screens

Figure 4.6.1

Novus User Software (UPS Specification Screen Shown)

4.6.2 Checking Your Windows Computer for the .NET Framework

1. Click on the Start button.

2. Go to Settings. Click on it.

3. Click on Control Panel.

4. Double-click on the Add or Remove Programs icon.

When the window shown in Figure 4.6.2 appears, scroll through the list of applications.

If you see Microsoft .NET Framework listed, the Framework is already installed and you can install the Novus User Software. If you don’t see it listed, you MUST install it from the

Microsoft Windows update web site before installing the software.

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If you are downloading from Microsoft’s web site, you must have Internet Explorer installed on your computer. In addition to installing .NET, downloading from the web site updates your computer with all the latest security updates. If your computer is part of a company network, you should ask your network administrator if you can download software from the internet.

Figure 4.6.2

Add or Remove Programs Window

4.6.3 Installation and Set Up

Tools and Materials Required

•

•

•

Novus User Software (available for download from www.alpha.com). It is packaged as a Zip file, so you have to un-zip it and save it where you can access it.

Computer with at least Windows 98 with Microsoft’s .NET framework installed.

DB–9 serial straight-through computer cable.

Procedure

1. Install the Novus User Software onto your computer. Restart the computer.

If you install the user software on a version of Windows without the .NET framework installed (See Section 4.6.2), you will get an error message saying the framework is not installed. Install the framework onto your computer, restart your computer then try again to install the software.

2. Connect the computer cable from any available communications port on your computer to the RS–232 port on the UPS’s front panel (See Section 4.1, “Wiring the RS-232 Port”).

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3. Set the communications parameters on your computer to:

• COM Port: The COM port on your computer you have selected to use.

• Baud Rate: 2400.

4. To start communications between the computer and the FXM:

Click on the screen’s on-line indicator.

OR

In the File menu, click on Connect to FXM.

If the computer cannot to connect to the UPS, a pop up screen appears asking you to check the wiring and that you are connected to the proper com port.

Installation Finished

4.6.4 Operation

The various screens are described on the following pages and operate like Web or Windowstype screens. Point and click to change the various functions or fields. Detailed explanations of many of the functions are available in Sections 3.4 to 3.7 and Sections 4.2 to 4.5.

The on line indicator shows if you are connected to the UPS. This GUI automatically polls the UPS to obtain its status. The default setting is polling once every 3 seconds, but you can change this in the UPS Maintenance-Unit Configuration screen in the “Status Refresh Time” menu.

If a light or lights are on in the Fault or Alarm fields the UPS has a malfunction (See Section

3.6, “Troubleshooting”). Place your mouse over the light to learn the type of malfunction or double click on it to go straight to the Alarms & Faults screen.

To control the unit or change it’s settings or parameters, either click on the On/Off buttons, or choose an item from a drop down menu. Then click on the UPDATE SETTING button. If you do not click on this button, the change will not happen.

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UPS SPECIFICATION

This read-only screen shows the UPS’s factory-set specifications.

UPS MONITORING

These read-only screens show the UPS’s current input and output values and other measurements.

Input & Output: This shows you the current line input and

UPS output values and the UPS’s present operating mode.

Battery & Inverter: This shows you the battery string’s status as well as how many times and for how long the inverter has been active.

Relay & Load Shed: This shows you how the front panel dry contacts are configured. If any relays are used for load shedding, it shows the time they are set to.

Last Event: This shows you the last event the UPS went

through. It shows what fault or alarm triggered the event.

UPS MAINTENANCE

These screens let you adjust the UPS to meet your operating needs. To change any parameter, either click on the On/Off buttons, or choose an item from a drop down menu. To make the change, click on the UPDATE SETTING button. If you do not click the button, the change will not happen.

Unit Configuration: This lets you set the UPS’s name, input, output and how often the GUI polls the UPS.

Battery: This lets you set the battery string voltage, charging parameters, when the low battery warning happens, starts the battery test and sets when the periodic battery test.

Inverter: This lets you turn the inverter on or off to start or stop backup battery power to the load.

Relay & Load Shed : This lets you set the front panel’s dry contact configuration.

Time & Date: This lets you set the UPS’s date and time.

Password: This lets you set the UPS’s password. The factory set password is 1111.

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ALARMS & FAULTS

This read-only screen shows you what malfunctions the UPS has (Also See Section 3.6, “Troubleshooting”).

When the fault or alarm indicators on the horizontal bar are lit, place your mouse over the light to learn what it is. Or double click on the light to go straight to this screen.

EVENT HISTORY

This screen shows you the last 100 events the UPS went through. Choosing a number in the Event Index list box and then clicking on the Show Event button will show you the event, when it happened and what fault or alarm caused it.

Clicking on the Clear History button clears the log.

This action cannot be undone.

COMMUNICATIONS

This screen changes the UPS’s communication parameters. You cannot change the RS-232 Baud

Rate.

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Maintenance

This Section Tells You How To Maintain the Novus FXM

• How to Replace the Software (Section 5.1)

Maintenance

5.1 Updating the Software

The UPS’s firmware can be reinstalled or updated to the latest version with this procedure.


• RS-232 connection to UPS (See Section 4.1).

• uBug12 software installed on your computer (http://www.technologicalarts.ca).

• Alpha Technologies firmware installed where you can access it with your computer

(available for download at www.alpha.com). The firmware is packaged as a .zip file so you will have to un-zip it and extract the .sx firmware file.

Procedure

1. Turn the UPS off (See Section 3.2.2).

Connect RS-232 if it isn’t connected.

2. Press the SELECT button. While pressing the button down, turn on the battery circuit breaker.

The LCD panel shows “Alpha XP ISP.”

3. Start uBug12.

4. Type (all lower case) con(1 space)1(or the number of the computer’s com port you are using) and press ENTER. The screen shows “connected” when the connection is made.

Alpha XP ISP

V0.0.0.1

2: Screen shows “Connected”.

1: Enter the Com Port.

5. Type (all lower case) fbulk and press

ENTER.

The erase pop-up appears. It disappears when the UPS’s memory is erased.

2: Erase pop-up appears.

1: Type fbulk.

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6. Type (all lower case) fload(1 space);b and press ENTER.

A pop-up appears asking you to locate the new firmware. Look for a “sx record”

(*.sx). Select this new firmware. The fload pop-up appears.

1: Type fload ;b.

When the software is finished loading into the UPS, the pop-up shows “Loaded OK: xx seconds.”

7. Type (all lower case) exit and press

ENTER.

The uBug12 screen disappears. Turn the battery breaker off.

Firmware is loaded.

2: Look for a .sx file.

8. Turn the battery circuit breaker on.

If the reprogramming was successful, the

LCD’s logo screen appears. If it wasn’t, it shows “Alpha XP ISP” as shown in step

2. Try installing the firmware again.

Firmware Replacement Finished

Alpha

FXM

48

120/60/N

LINE

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Mechanical Specifications

Dimensions, in (mm)

H x W x D

Altitude, ft (m)

• Operating

• Storage

4

1100-2000: 5.22 x 15.5 x 8.75

(133 x 394 x 222)

650: 3.47 x 17 x 9

(89 x 432 x 229)

Weight, lb (kg) without batteries

650: 25 (11.3)

1100-2000: 35 (15.9)

Color Black

Mounting Shelf, rack or wall; horizontal or vertical mount.

•

Humidity Operating (non-condensing): Up to 95%

Storage: Up to 95%

Temperature

Range 1, 2 , °C

FXM 650/1100

• Operating

•

• Storage

FXM 2000

Operating

Storage

-40 to 55

-40 to 75

-40 to 50

-40 to 75

3 (120VAC Unit)

-40 to 55 (230VAC Unit)

Up to 12,000 (3658)

Up to 15,000 (4572)

AC Input and Output

Connectors

Dry Contact

Connectors

Terminal block, Weco p/n 324-

HDS/03 or equivalent

(max 10 AWG)

Terminal block, mating plug

JITE p/n PTB750B-03-1-03-3 or equivalent (max 16 AWG)

RS-232 Connector DE-9 Female

Ethernet Connector Optional, factory installed RJ-45

Dry Contacts 6 sets of single-pole, doublethrow relays located on the front panel. They are rated at

250VAC, 1A. The factory default settings are:

C1: On Battery

C2, C3 8 : Low Battery

C4: Load Shed Timer1

C5: Alarm

C6: 48/24VDC for an external fan. It can be factory configured as a dry contact.

User Inputs Three optically-isolated and powered inputs are located on the front panel. When they are shorted, their functions are:

S1: Starts the self test.

S2: Activates an alarm.

S3: Unit shutdown.

User Input 5 2 x 20 backlit alpha-numeric

LCD screen. Three control buttons located below.

Due to ongoing product improvements, specifications are subject to change without notice

Specifications

Electrical Specifications

Input

Voltage (nominal), VAC 120 or 230 (optional 220)

Frequency, Hz, ±5% 60/50 (auto-detection)

Current, Amps

(@ nominal Vin and max battery charging current )

• 650-24V: 8.7/4.5 @120/230VAC

• 650-48V: 12/6.2 @120/230VAC

• 1100: 15.5/8 @120/230VAC

• 2000: 20/12 @120/230VAC

Input Circuit Breaker

Ratings, Amps

Battery Circuit Breaker

Ratings, Amps

• 650: 15/10 @120/230VAC

• 1100: 20/10 @120/230VAC

• 2000: 25/15 @120/230VAC

• 650/1100: 50

• 2000: 80

Output

Voltage (nominal), VAC 120 or 230 (optional 220)

Frequency, Hz, ±5% 60/50

Power, W/VA •

•

•

650: 650

1100: 1100

2000: 2000

Waveform Sinewave

Load Crest Factor 3:1 (load dependent)

Output Voltage Distortion < 3% THD (resistive load)

•

•

Efficiency 6

Normal Mode

Backup Mode

>98%

>82% (48Vbatt)

>75% (24Vbatt)

Transfer Time, mS

•

•

AVR to Backup

Backup to AVR

Line Qualification Time,

Seconds

5 (Typical)

5 (Typical)

3 (factory default), user adjustable to 3, 10, 20, 30,

40, or 50.

Battery String Voltage •

•

650: 24 or 48 VDC

1100/2000: 48VDC

Battery Charger Current,

Amps

Battery Charger

Temperature

Compensation 7

10 (factory default), user adjustable to 3, 6 or 10.

-5mV/°C/Cell (factory default), user adjustable to -2.5, -4, -5 or -6mV/°C/Cell.

Battery type Anderson Power mating part

SB50 or equivalent

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Boost/Buck/Line Transfer Thresholds

Subject to change without notice

Regulatory

Electrical Safety

Parameter 120VAC

Units

High Line Transfer

High Line Retransfer

175 VAC

162 VAC

Buck 2 Transfer

Buck 2 Retransfer

Buck 1 Transfer

Buck 1 Retransfer

Boost 1 Retransfer

Boost 1 Transfer

152 VAC

146 VAC

134 VAC

128 VAC

116 VAC

112 VAC

230VAC

Units

325 VAC

303 VAC

282 VAC

272 VAC

250 VAC

236 VAC

210 VAC

207 VAC

FXM 2000

(120VAC)

152 VAC

146 VAC

Not

Available

134 VAC

128 VAC

116 VAC

112 VAC

Emission

Marks

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

UL 1778

CSA22.2 #107.3

EN50091-1-2

EN60950

FCC subpart J Level A

CSPR22, EN55022 Level A

C

CSA

US

• CE (230VAC versions only)

Packaging Designed to meet requirements for

ISTA program.

Boost 2 Retransfer

Boost 2 Transfer

102 VAC

98 VAC

180 VAC

176 VAC

102 VAC

98 VAC

Low Line Retransfer

Low Line Transfer

97 VAC

88 VAC

162 VAC

151 VAC

97 VAC

88 VAC

Notes:

1.

2.

Capable of operating at 73% of rated full load for up to 2 hours at 74°C. Above 55°C ambient, derate output power by 1.4% per °C rise, up to 74°C max.

Capable of operating at 100% of rated full load below 0°C down to -40°C after the UPS has been stabilized at

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

0°C for at least 1 hour.

Above 50°C ambient, derate output power by 1.1% per °C rise, up to 74°C max. (FXM2000-120V only)

Derate 2°C per 1000 ft (305 m) above 4500 ft (1372 m).

The LCD may not function below -15°C. It resumes normal operation when the temperature rises above -

20°C. The UPS continues to operate normally.

Efficiency is measured at an ambient temperature of 25°C. full resistive condition and nominal Line and

Battery voltage.

With external battery temperature probe assembly. For FXM650-48(Q), charger compensation is disabled.

For FXM650/1100-48(Q), the default setting of C3 is “FAULT”.

NOTICE

The Novus FXM generates, uses and radiates radio frequencies if not installed and tested in accordance with the instructions in this manual. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits established for a Class A computing device pursuant to part 15 of FCC rules and CSPR 22 when it is operated alone. It also complies with the radio interference regulations of DOC which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference to radio to TV reception, which is determined by switching it on and off, relocate the equipment or use an electrical circuit other than the one used by the Novus FXM.

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Index

Symbols

100-Event Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

25-Event Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

A

ALARM submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

AlphaCell™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

ATS (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

B battery

breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 corrosion inhibitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 in-line-fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 temperature cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 voltage test points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 wiring harness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

C circuit breaker

battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 branch protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

computer communication

alarm display screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 fault display screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 input/output values screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 line slow detection setup screen . . . . . . . . . . . 34 line status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 main menu screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 maintenance screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 maintenance submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 menu tree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Novus User Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 output status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 unit specifications screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

contacts

dry contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

programming the

38

CONTROL MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

D

date and time setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 disconnect device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 disconnect devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Index

F

Fan, internal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

FAULT submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 firmware, updating the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Front Panel

FXM 1100/2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

FXM650 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

G

generator, backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

GTS (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

L

LAN (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

LCD Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

LEDs

alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Lithium battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

M main menu, RS-232. See computer communication: main menu screen maintenance submenu. See computer communication: maintenance submenu

making measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Microsoft .NET Framework. See computer communication: Novus User Software

mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

N

Network Equipment Building System (NEBS) . . . . 13

Novus User Software . . . . 41–45. See also computer

communication: Novus User Software

ALARMS & FAULTS screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

COMMUNICATIONS screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

EVENT HISTORY screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 installation and setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Microsoft .NET Framework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

UPS MAINTENANCE screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

UPS MONITORING screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

UPS SPECIFICATION screen . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

O

operating modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 operating temperature, maximum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 operating the UPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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R

RS-232 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

S

Safety

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

UPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49–50

STATUS MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 stranded wires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

T terminal block

input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 timer contact, setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 turning the power on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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Warranty

Warranty

54

LIMITED 24-MONTH WARRANTY

AC PRODUCTS

Alpha Technologies warrants its equipment to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of 24 months from the date of manufacture. The liability of Alpha Technologies under this warranty is solely limited to repairing, replacing, or issuing credit for such equipment (at the discretion of Alpha Technologies), provided that:

1. Alpha Technologies’ Customer Service Department is promptly notified, by facsimile or telephone, that a failure or defect has occurred.

2. Alpha Technologies’ Customer Service Department issues a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number, and designates the service location. The RMA must be clearly marked on the outside of the shipping container.

3. Purchaser is responsible for all in-bound shipping and handling charges (COD and freight collect will not be accepted without prior approval from Alpha Technologies); Alpha Technologies will pay outbound surface shipping charges for return of repaired equipment.

4. A satisfactory examination of the returned UPS by Alpha Technologies’ Service personnel shall disclose that defects have not been caused by misuse, neglect, improper installation, repair, alteration, or accident, or failure to follow instructions furnished by Alpha Technologies. If Alpha

Technologies’ Service personnel determine that the UPS has been damaged due to one of these causes, or if the UPS is free of defects, a handling or repair fee may be assessed prior to returning the UPS.

WITH RESPECT TO BATTERIES, PERIPHERAL DEVICES, ATTACHMENTS OR APPARATUS NOT

MANUFACTURED BY ALPHA TECHNOLOGIES, ALPHA WILL ASSIGN TO THE PURCHASER

ITS RIGHTS UNDER THE ORIGINAL MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY OF SUCH BATTERIES,

PERIPHERAL DEVICES, ATTACHMENTS OR APPARATUS, BUT OFFERS NO ADDITIONAL

WARRANTIES IN CONNECTION THEREWITH.

THIS LIMITED 24-MONTH WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR

IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND

FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

IN NO CASE SHALL ALPHA TECHNOLOGIES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY CLAIM

FOR LOST PROFITS OR REVENUES, EVEN IF ALPHA TECHNOLOGIES HAS BEEN ADVISED OF

THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH, FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR

IMPLIED.

Any action for breach of this limited 24-month warranty must be brought within a period of 24 months from date of manufacture.

This limited 24-month warranty does not extend to any UPS that has been repaired or altered by any party other than Alpha Technologies or its Authorized Service Center.

Alpha Technologies reserves the right to discontinue particular models and to make modifications in design and/or function at any time, without notice and without incurring obligations to modify previously purchased UPSs.

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Emergency Shutdown Procedure

The Novus FXM has more than one live circuit. In an emergency, line power may be disconnected at the input, but there can still be AC power present at the output.

1. Turn OFF the Input Circuit Breaker.

2. Turn OFF the Battery Circuit Breaker.

3. Turn OFF the utility line power.

FXM1100/2000

Battery Circuit Breaker Input Circuit Breaker

FXM650

For emergency technical support 7 days a week/24 hours a day, call:

Canada/USA: 1 800 667 8743

Complete the following for your records

Serial # ________________________________________

Options ________________________________________

Purchase Date __________________________________

This Novus FXM was purchased from

Dealer _________________________________________

City ___________________________________________

State/Province ___________________________________

Zip/Postal Code __________________________________

Country ________________________________________

Telephone # ____________________________________

Fax # _________________________________________

E Mail Address __________________________________

®

Alpha Technologies

3767 Alpha Way

Bellingham, WA 98226

USA

Tel: +1 360 647 2360

Fax: +1 360 671 4936

Web: www.alpha.com

Alpha Technologies Ltd.

4084 McConnell Court

Burnaby, BC, V5A 3N7

CANADA

Tel: +1 604 430 1476

Fax: +1 604 430 8908

Alpha Technologies

Europe Ltd.

Twyford House

Thorley

Bishop's Stortford

Hertfordshire

CM22 7PA

UNITED KINGDOM

Tel: +44 0 1279 501110

Fax: +44 0 1279 659870

Alpha Technologies GmbH

Hansastrasse 8

D 91126 Schwabach

GERMANY

Tel: +49 9122 79889 0

Fax: +49 9122 79889 21

Alphatec, Ltd

P.O. Box 56468

Limassol, Cyprus

CYPRUS

Tel: +357 25 375675

Fax: +357 25 359595

AlphaTEK ooo

Khokhlovskiy Pereulok 16

Stroenie 1, office 403

109028 Moscow

RUSSIA

Tel: +7 495 916 1854

Fax: +7 495 916 1349

Alphatec Baltics

S. Konarskio G. 49

Vilnius 2009

LITHUANIA

Tel: +350 5 210 5291

Fax: +350 5 210 5292

Alpha Technologies

5 Avenue Victor Hugo

F 92140 Calmart France

FRANCE

Tel: +33 3 41 90 07 07

Fax: +33 1 41 90 93 12

Due to continuing product improvements, Alpha reserves the right to change specifications without notice.

Copyright © 2007 Alpha Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. Alpha is a registered trademark of Alpha Technologies. 017-201-B0 Rev. 02 / 07.

User manual | Alpha Novus FXM 650 Operator`s manual

Uninterruptible Power Supply

Operator’s Manual

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Operator’s Manual

Uninterruptible Power Supplies

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Table of Contents

The emergency shutdown procedure is on the inside rear cover

DANGER

Risk of Electrical Shock

Introduction

This Section Introduces the Novus FXM Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)

Installation

This Section Tells You How to Install and Wire the Novus FXM UPS

Operation

This Section Tells You How to Operate the Novus FXM

Alpha

120/60/N

LINE

EVENT STAT

MENUS

120/60/N

LINE

06:11:29

16:23:56

LINE

EVENT: 1

Event

Loading EVENT: 1

Over Load

Communication

This Section Tells You How To Operate the Novus FXM With

RS-232 Computer Commands

Maintenance Submenu

Maintenance

This Section Tells You How To Maintain the Novus FXM

Alpha XP ISP

V0.0.0.1

Alpha

FXM

120/60/N

LINE

Index

Emergency Shutdown Procedure

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