Alpha FXM HP User manual

Alpha®FXM HP
Uninterruptible Power Supply Modules
User Guide ID: 0170022-J0
Eective:11/2023
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users.

Contents
1. Safety....................................................................................................................................................... 6
2. Introduction........................................................................................................................................... 10
2.1. Document scope.......................................................................................................................... 10
2.2. Overview.......................................................................................................................................10
3. Alpha® FXM HP UPS module specifications.................................................................................... 12
3.1. Alpha® FXM HP 650 UPS module specifications....................................................................... 12
3.2. Alpha® FXM HP 1100 UPS module specifications......................................................................15
3.3. Alpha® FXM HP 2000 UPS module specifications..................................................................... 19
3.4. Automatic voltage regulation (AVR) transition............................................................................. 23
4. Features.................................................................................................................................................26
4.1. Alpha FXM HP 650 UPS module front panel.............................................................................. 26
4.2. Alpha® FXM HP 1100 UPS and FXM HP 2000 UPS module front panel................................... 26
4.3. Feature description.......................................................................................................................27
4.4. Dry contact description................................................................................................................ 28
5. Inspection.............................................................................................................................................. 32
6. Installation............................................................................................................................................. 33
6.1. Installation.....................................................................................................................................33
6.1.1. Tools required.....................................................................................................................33
6.2. Mounting the Alpha® FXM HP UPS module............................................................................... 33
6.2.1. Rotate the control panel.................................................................................................... 35
6.3. Wiring external batteries.............................................................................................................. 37
6.4. Wiring the Alpha® FXM HP UPS module................................................................................... 39
6.5. Alpha® Universal Automatic Transfer Switch (UATS) and Universal Generator Transfer Switch
(UGTS) device option..........................................................................................................................40
7. Operating the Alpha® FXM HP UPS module.....................................................................................41
7.1. Switching the Alpha® FXM HP UPS module on and off............................................................. 41
8. Getting Started......................................................................................................................................43
8.1. Navigating the Alpha® FXM HP UPS module user interface...................................................... 43
8.1.1. Sign in to the controller system......................................................................................... 43
8.1.2. Overview of the LCD panel interface................................................................................ 43
8.1.3. Overview of the web interface........................................................................................... 55
8.2. Email notification.......................................................................................................................... 62
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8.3. Setup SNMP communication....................................................................................................... 65
9. Alpha® FXM HP UPS system..............................................................................................................67
9.1. Guidelines for setting up the Alpha® FXM HP UPS system....................................................... 67
9.1.1. The system mode.............................................................................................................. 67
9.2. Alpha® FXM HP UPS module functions..................................................................................... 69
9.2.1. Modules, inventory, and system functions......................................................................... 69
9.2.2. Battery charging................................................................................................................. 70
9.2.3. Battery temperature compensation....................................................................................71
9.2.4. Battery test......................................................................................................................... 71
9.2.5. Battery runtime and health estimation............................................................................... 73
9.2.6. AC output........................................................................................................................... 73
9.2.7. Inverter control................................................................................................................... 74
9.2.8. Load shedding relays.........................................................................................................75
9.2.9. External fan........................................................................................................................ 75
9.2.10. Keep alive........................................................................................................................ 76
9.3. Create an Alpha® FXM HP UPS system manually.....................................................................77
9.3.1. Quick reference for configuring an Alpha® FXM HP UPS system.................................... 78
9.3.2. Alpha® FXM HP UPS system default values....................................................................79
9.3.3. Create an Alpha® FXM HP UPS system.......................................................................... 83
9.3.4. Configure the battery parameters...................................................................................... 85
9.3.5. Configure the battery temperature sensors....................................................................... 86
9.3.6. Configure the charging system function............................................................................ 86
9.3.7. Configure the elevated absorption charging system......................................................... 87
9.3.8. Configure the temperature compensation system function............................................... 87
9.3.9. Running battery tests.........................................................................................................87
9.3.10. Configure battery runtime and health estimation.............................................................89
9.3.11. Configure AC shutdown................................................................................................... 89
9.3.12. Configure the external fan............................................................................................... 90
9.3.13. Configure keep alive........................................................................................................ 91
9.3.14. Configure soft shutdown.................................................................................................. 91
9.3.15. Configure SNMP UPS management information base....................................................91
9.3.16. Configure relays............................................................................................................... 92
9.3.17. Configure power outage alarm delay...............................................................................94
10. Maintaining the controller system....................................................................................................95
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10.1. Ethernet communications...........................................................................................................95
10.1.1. Connect via the web interface......................................................................................... 96
10.2. Working with alarms, alerts, and hints.......................................................................................96
10.2.1. Active alarms....................................................................................................................96
10.2.2. Alarm cut-off (ALCO)....................................................................................................... 97
10.2.3. Alarm activation delay at start up.................................................................................... 97
10.2.4. Alarm summary relays..................................................................................................... 97
10.2.5. Create user alarms.......................................................................................................... 99
10.3. Controller system maintenance................................................................................................100
10.3.1. Restart the controller system......................................................................................... 100
10.3.2. Restart the controller system via the LCD panel........................................................... 101
10.3.3. Change the time and date............................................................................................. 101
10.3.4. Change user interface strings........................................................................................102
10.3.5. Change the web session language............................................................................... 103
10.3.6. Change the system status bar.......................................................................................103
10.3.7. Change the dashboard values.......................................................................................103
10.3.8. Replace the controller system battery........................................................................... 104
10.3.9. Replace the fan..............................................................................................................106
10.4. Working with logs.....................................................................................................................107
10.4.1. Events and alerts logs................................................................................................... 108
10.4.2. Battery activity log..........................................................................................................108
10.4.3. Power outage log...........................................................................................................109
10.4.4. Datalogs......................................................................................................................... 110
10.4.5. Performance logs........................................................................................................... 112
10.5. File maintenance...................................................................................................................... 113
10.5.1. File preferences............................................................................................................. 113
10.5.2. File maintenance from the LCD panel...........................................................................113
10.5.3. Upgrade the controller system software........................................................................ 115
10.5.4. Upload the software manual.......................................................................................... 116
10.5.5. Export a configuration file.............................................................................................. 116
10.5.6. Import a configuration file.............................................................................................. 118
10.5.7. Export diagnostic information.........................................................................................120
10.5.8. Export inventory file....................................................................................................... 120
10.5.9. Create configuration restore points................................................................................121
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10.6. User account maintenance...................................................................................................... 122
10.6.1. Set up users and permissions....................................................................................... 122
10.6.2. Edit user permissions.....................................................................................................122
10.6.3. Enable new users.......................................................................................................... 122
10.6.4. Disable users................................................................................................................. 123
10.6.5. Change the default password from the LCD panel....................................................... 123
10.6.6. Change the default password from the web interface................................................... 124
10.6.7. User account password requirements........................................................................... 124
10.6.8. Remote configuration lockout........................................................................................ 124
10.6.9. Backup and restore........................................................................................................125
10.7. Module firmware upgrades.......................................................................................................126
10.7.1. Module firmware upgrade.............................................................................................. 126
10.7.2. Upload a firmware file....................................................................................................126
10.7.3. Select the file to upgrade...............................................................................................126
10.7.4. Upgrade the module...................................................................................................... 127
11. Appendix A - Triggers......................................................................................................................128
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1. Safety
Save these instructions: This document contains important safety instructions that must be followed
during the installation, servicing, and maintenance of the product. Keep it in a safe place. Review the
drawings and illustrations contained in this document before proceeding. If there are any questions
regarding the safe installation or operation of this product, contact Alpha Technologies Ltd. or the nearest
Alpha® power system representative.
Safety wording and symbols
To reduce the risk of injury or death, and to ensure the continued safe operation of this product, the
following symbols have been placed throughout this document. Where these symbols appear, use extra
care and attention.
Attention: The use of attention indicates specific regulatory requirements that may affect the
placement of equipment or installation procedures. Follow the prescribed procedures to avoid
equipment damage or service interruption.
Notice: A notice provides additional information to help complete a specific task or procedure or
general information about the product.
CAUTION: Cautions indicate the potential for injury to personnel.
Warning: Risk of serious injury or death. Equipment in operation poses a potential electrical
hazard which could result in serious injury or death to personnel. This hazard may continue even
when power is disconnected.
CAUTION: Risk of burns. A device in operation can reach temperature levels which could cause
burns.
General warning and cautions
Warning: You must read and understand the following warnings before installing the system and
its components. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or death.
Warning: This system is designed to be installed in a restricted access location that is
inaccessible to the general public.
Ce système est conçu pour être installé dans un endroit à accès restreint inaccessible au grand
public.
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Warning: This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be
present.
Cet équipement ne convient pas pour une utilisation dans des lieux ou des enfants sont
susceptibles d’être présents.
•Read and follow all instructions included in this document.
•Only trained personnel are qualified to install or replace this equipment and its components.
•Use proper lifting techniques whenever handling equipment, parts, or batteries.
•Alpha® FXM HP Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) models are certified as a part of a rack
mounted uninterruptible power supply system where the suitability of the combination is to be
determined in the end application by the local authority having jurisdiction.
Electrical safety
Warning: Hazardous voltages are present at the input of power systems. The DC output from
some UPS devices and batteries can have high voltage and high short-circuit current capacity
that may cause severe burns and electrical arcing.
Warning: Lethal voltages are present within the system. Always assume that an electrical
connection or conductor is energized. Check the circuit with a voltmeter with respect to the
grounded portion of the enclosure (both AC and DC) before performing any installation or removal
procedure.
Warning: Risk of electric shock. Do not remove the cover. The Alpha® FXM HP UPS module has
no user serviceable parts inside. Refer to qualified service personnel.
Warning: Risk of electric shock. The UPS equipment powered by this service panel requires the
neutral to be bonded to ground. Disconnect the UPS DC batteries before servicing this panel.
This is applicable to the following permanently connected models: Alpha® FXM HP 2000 UPS,
FXM HP 650-48 UPS, and FXM HP 650-24 UPS.
Before working with any live battery or power system, follow these precautions:
•Remove all metallic jewelry, such as watches, rings, metal rimmed glasses, or necklaces.
•Wear safety glasses with side shields at all times during the installation.
•Use Occupational Health and Safety Association (OSHA®) approved insulated hand tools. Do not
rest tools on top of batteries.
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•Do not work alone under hazardous conditions.
•A licensed electrician is required to install permanently wired equipment. Input voltages can range
up to 240 VAC. Ensure that the utility power is disconnected and locked out before performing any
installation or removal procedure.
•Ensure that no liquids or wet clothes come into contact with internal components.
•Hazardous electrically live parts inside this unit are energized from the batteries even when the AC
input power is disconnected.
•Always assume electrical connections or conductors are live. Turn off all circuit breakers and
double-check with a voltmeter before performing installation or maintenance.
•Place a warning label on the utility panel to warn emergency personnel that a reserve battery
source is present which will power the loads in a power outage condition or if the AC disconnect
breaker is turned off.
•At high ambient temperature conditions, the internal temperature can be hot so use caution when
touching the equipment.
•The Alpha® FXM HP UPS module shall be connected to a dedicated branch circuit.
•Branch rated circuit overcurrent protection for the AC input and AC output circuit shall be provided
in the end installation.
•A disconnect switch shall be provided in the end installation for the AC input and AC output circuit.
•When stranded wires are used on the input and output terminal blocks, ferules or equivalent crimp
terminal must be used.
Battery safety
Warning: Follow battery manufacturer’s safety recommendations when working around battery
systems. Do not smoke or introduce an open flame when batteries (especially vented batteries)
are charging. When charging, batteries vent hydrogen gas, which can explode.
Notice: Read the material safety data sheet (MSDS) for any batteries used in the system before
installation. The MSDS provides important information including hazard identification, first aid
measures, handling and storage, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
•Never transport an enclosure with batteries installed. Batteries must only be installed after the
enclosure has been securely set in place at its permanent installation location. Transporting the
unit with batteries installed may cause a short circuit, fire, explosion, or damage to the battery
pack, enclosure and installed equipment.
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•Servicing and connection of batteries must be performed by, or under the direct supervision of,
personnel knowledgeable of batteries and the required safety precautions.
•Batteries contain or emit chemicals known to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Battery post terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash
your hands after handling batteries.
•Batteries are hazardous to the environment and should be disposed at a recycling facility. Consult
the battery manufacturer for recommended local authorized recyclers.
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