APS REG-6S-100 User manual

Power factor regulators
REG-6S-100 / REG-12S-100
Instructions Manual
(M982282AP-03-13A)

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Index______________________________________________________________
1INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS ........................................................................3
1.1 DELIVERY SPOT CHECK....................................................................................................................................3
1.2 STARTING SCREEN...........................................................................................................................................4
1.3 DEFINITIONS....................................................................................................................................................4
1.3.1 Four quadrant regulators......................................................................................................................4
1.3.2 FCP program (FAST Computerized Program).....................................................................................4
1.3.3 Stages and steps ....................................................................................................................................4
1.3.4 Stages ratio program.............................................................................................................................4
2GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS..................................................................................................................5
3FRONT PANEL: SCREEN AND KEYBOARD.............................................................................................6
3.1 DISPLAY SCREEN.............................................................................................................................................7
3.2 MEASURED PARAMETERS ................................................................................................................................7
3.3 ERRORS AND ERROR MESSAGES ....................................................................................................................7
3.4 ALARM RELAY.................................................................................................................................................7
3.5 REGULATOR STATUS AND KEY FUNCTIONS......................................................................................................8
3.5.1 Key functions in normal RUN status.....................................................................................................8
3.5.2 Key functions in SET-UP status. ...........................................................................................................8
4INSTALLATION AND START UP ................................................................................................................9
4.1 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS .......................................................................................................................9
4.2 DEVICE INSTALLATION..........................................................................................................................10
4.2.1 Mechanical Installation.......................................................................................................................10
4.2.2 Connections.........................................................................................................................................10
4.2.3 Cabling cross sections and protections...............................................................................................11
4.2.4 Schematics...........................................................................................................................................11
5CONFIGURABLE PARAMETERS..............................................................................................................12
5.1 TARGET COSΦ................................................................................................................................................12
5.2 SMALLER AVAILABLE CAPACITOR STEP.........................................................................................................12
5.3 C/K PARAMETER CALCULATION ....................................................................................................................13
5.4 STAGE’S CONFIGURATION OF PF CORRECTION EQUIPMENT (CONFIGURATION PROGRAM)............................13
5.5 CONNECTION AND RE-CONNECTION TIME SETTINGS:.....................................................................................13
5.6 SELECTION OF THE NUMBER OF STAGES.........................................................................................................14
5.7 U,I PHASE ANGLE SETTING.............................................................................................................................14
5.8 PROGRAMMING THE CT RATED CURRENT (PRIMARY)...................................................................................14
6SET-UP MENU AND PROCEDURE............................................................................................................14
6.1 HOW TO ACCESS THE SET-UP MENU...............................................................................................................14
6.2 NAVIGATION SCHEMATIC. .............................................................................................................................15
7RUN STATUS..................................................................................................................................................16
7.1 FUNCTIONS OF THE DEVICE IN NORMAL RUN MODE......................................................................................16
7.2 REG-6S-100/ REG-12S-100 BEHAVIOUR IN ALARM MODE........................................................................17
8MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................17
9TECHNICAL SERVICE................................................................................................................................17

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1 INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
APS would like to thank you for showing your trust by choosing one of our REG-6S-100 and REG-12S-
100 series regulators. These units are constructed with the latest state-of-the-art technology, including a
powerful processor to calculate the optimum algorithms for achieving the best compensation of cosφ.
The units comply with the Electrical Safety Standard EN 61010, in accordance with the requirements of
the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 73/23/EC and EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and, therefore, they are
certified to carry the CE mark.
This user manual describes the operation of the REG-6S-100 and REG-12S-100 series regulators and
shows the user the procedures required to install, commission and operate the units.
SAFETY
CAUTION!
The installation and maintenance of the unit must be performed by duly trained and
authorised staff and in accordance with the national and international standards. Any
inappropriate manipulation or use of this equipment out of the conditions specified by the
manufacturer may involve serious dangers to the user.
DANGER!
Before performing any maintenance operation on the computer and associated PF
compensation equipment, be sure to disconnect the main switch. After disconnecting the
switch, wait at least 5 minutes to ensure that the capacitors are totally discharged.
During the installation, maintenance or commissioning of equipment regulated by a REG-6S-100 and
REG-12S-100 unit, the following safety precautions must be observed:
Before connecting the equipment make sure that the earth terminals have been properly connected.
A defective earth connection may cause a wrong operation of equipment and involves a danger of
electric shock to the user or system operator.
Maintenance must be performed taking the necessary precautions to avoid electrocution and electric
shock. Ensure that the unit has been disconnected and wait the necessary time to ensure that the
capacitors are totally discharged before any maintenance action. We recommend the use of safety
goggles and gloves when cabinet doors are open and protection covers removed.
If a PF compensation unit is connected to mains and capacitors are accidentally connected without
load, a resonance may occur. In such condition voltage harmonics may be amplified, cause
overvoltage and damage the compensation unit and other equipment connected to the mains.
The start-up and interruption procedures indicated in the manual must be followed to avoid
damaging the PF equipment and/or other equipment connected to mains.
The adjustment or replacement of components or parts of the unit must be made with original
replacement parts and in accordance with the procedures described in the corresponding instruction
manual.
1.1 Delivery spot check
After unpacking the equipment check the following points:
Check that equipment has not suffered any damage during transport.
The equipment corresponds to type you ordered. (See label at the rear face, fig. 1.1)
Check that the characteristics in the label are suitable for the site where the regulator has to be
installed. (Supply voltage and frequency, measuring range, etc.)
Follow the instructions in section 3 for installation and set-up.
If you may observe any anomaly during the installation or set-up, contact with APS, technical
service.

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Fig. 1.1.- Rear face label
1.2 Starting screen
When the REG-6S-100 and REG-12S-100 is started (just after supply
connection) the screen shows a code indicating the device version. It’s important
to indicate this code in case of reporting any device fault or error.
1.3 Definitions
In this section we shall give several definitions which will be useful to understand several sections of this
manual
1.3.1 Four quadrant regulators
This term is used to describe the regulators which are able to perform measure and control, either if the
active power flows from the utility to the customer network (the common case of a consuming facility) or if
it flows in the reverse sense. The later is the case of facilities containing power generation equipment
which export some amount of generated power to the utility.
1.3.2 FCP program (FAST computerized Program).
The units having FCP program, control the switching of capacitor stages in order to minimize the number
of switching operations to reach the required PF compensation. Moreover, the program assigns the
capacitor stages to be connected or disconnected using a FIFO criterion (FIFO= First IN, first OUT), that
way the times of use of all stages are equalized.
1.3.3 Stages and steps
We must distinguish between these two terms. In this manual we call STAGE to each of the capacitor
groups that constitute the PF correction unit. The capacitor stages in PF correction equipment may have
all the same power or not, as explained in the following paragraphs.
The term STEP is used to describe the minimum fraction of reactive power in which the PF correction
equipment is divided. Usually this is the power of the lower stage.
1.3.4 Stages ratio program
Powers of successive capacitor stages in PF correction equipment generally follow certain patterns called
stages ratio program or simply “Program”. The stages program indicates the relationship between the
different capacitor stage powers. Most common stages ratio programs are the as follows:

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Program 1:1:1. All capacitor stages have the same rated power (kvar). For instance, a 5-stage unit of
100 kvar would be formed by 5 equal stages of 20 kvar and would be described as a unit of (5 x 20) kvar.
Program 1:2:2. All capacitor stages from the second and up have a rated power (kvar) which is twice the
rated power of first stage. For instance, a 5-stage unit of 180 kvar would be formed by a first stage of 20
kvar and 4 equal stages of 40 kvar, and would be described as a unit of (20 + 4 x 40) kvar.
Program 1:2:4. The rated power of the second stage is twice the rated power of the first stage and the
rated power of third stage and up is 4 times the power of the first stage. For instance, a 5-stage unit of
300 kvar would be formed by a first stage of 20 kvar, a second stage of 40 kvar and 3 equal stages of 80
kvar, and would be described as a unit of (20 + 40 + 3 x 80) kvar.
Other switching programs. Other switching programs are also commonly available, like 1:2:2:4 or
1:1:2:2, etc. Abbreviated designation form, as can be deduced from previous cases, consists of a
sequence of numbers giving the relationship between the different stage powers (kvar), and the first
stage power, which value is taken as unit (1 ). The successive stages will be designated by 1, or 2 or 4,
etc. meaning that the kvar ratio of such stages with regard to first stage are equal, twice, four times, etc.
2 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
The power factor regulators, of types REG-6S-100
and 2S-100 measure the cos φ
(sometimes called Displacement Power Factor,
DPF) in a supply network and control the
connection and disconnection of power capacitors
in order to regulate such parameter.
The difference between the two types is the
number of output relays, which determines the
number of stages that they can control.
Type
Maximum Nr of
output relays
REG-6S-100
6 relay outputs
REG-12S-100
12 relay outputs
Among the most important features of this PF regulator series we can stand out the following:
- FCP regulation system, which minimizes the number of switching operations.
- Wide choice of switching programs: 1:1:1, 1:2:2, 1:2:4 , 1:1:2:2, etc. which allows the split up of
the total power into up to 31 steps in or up to 79 steps in .
- Four quadrants control (see fig.2.1) , display of the connected stages, of cos φand active and
reactive power signs (inductive or capacitive )
- LCD display screen with three seven segments characters plus 20 icons to sign up the different
possible working conditions.
- Regulator set-up with only three keys and without disconnecting the device from the supply.
- Multiple supply frequency range, either 50 or 60 Hz
- Main electrical parameters displayed during RUN mode
- Easy panel mounting, without the need of tools.
- Front frame size (144 x 144 mm) according to DIN 43 700 (panel hole 138+1 x 138+1 mm)
- Measurement and power supply in one single input.
- Four quadrant regulation (suitable for installations importing or exporting energy)

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0º
90º
180º
-90º
Imported Power
Exported Power
KW +
kVAr +
Leading/Capacitive
KW -
kVAr - KW +
kVAr -
Lagging / Inductive
KW -
kVAr +
Cos-
Lagging / Inductive
Cos-
Cos+
Cos+
Leading/Capacitive
Fig. 2.1.- Power signs in four quadrants measurements
3 FRONT PANEL: SCREEN AND KEYBOARD
The PF regulator’s front panel shows the following items:
Fig. 3.1.- Front cover and screen
NOTE: The set-up procedure, the description of different
parameters and the different control modes are described in detail in
the SET-UP section (section 6)
Front Screen
Configurable Parameters
Measured Parameters
Navigation keys

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3.1 Display screen
REG-6S-100 and REG-12S-100 devices are equipped with a 3 digits x 7 segments LCD screen. The
screen has also a set of icons, which provide information about the regulator status. The main indications
are: cosφ value, reactive power sign ( for lagging or inductive PF and for leading or capacitive
PF), connected stages and measurement of different parameters (see section 3.2)
Icons
Screen and LED
Icons Indications
: Lagging or inductive
power indication
: Leading or capacitive
power indication
The LED (red) is ON
in normal working conditions
The LED shows
that the reading of current or
max. current has to be
multiplied by 10
In normal working conditions, RUN
LED (red) is ON and cursor
points to the parameter being
displayed (Left column list)
In SET-UP mode, the RUN LED is
OFF, the cursor is blinking and
pointing to the parameter being
configured (Right column list).
Symbols indicating the stages
which are connected (only in RUN
mode)
3.2 Measured parameters
When the instrument is in normal RUN mode, the following parameters can be displayed: cos, mains
current, THD of both mains current and mains voltage. The instrument can also display the maximum
values of mains current and voltage since the last parameters clear. The parameter being displayed can
be selected with the navigation keys and is indicated by the cursor.
3.3 Errors and ERROR messages
In case that the regulator detects a possible error, the front screen shows an error code. The possible
error codes are listed and explained in table 3-1.
Table 3-1: Possible errors and messages displayed on the screen
ERROR
message
Description
Load current below the threshold current, or current transformer (CT) not
connected. The threshold is 0,1 A at the secondary side of CT
Overcompensation. The regulator detects that some stages should be
disconnected but all the stages are already disconnected.
Under-compensation. The regulator detects that some stages should be
connected and all the stages are already connected.
Overcurrent. The measured current exceeds the rated current by a + 20%.
(Rated current is considered to be the CT primary rated current)
Overvoltage. The measured voltage exceeds the rated voltage by a +15%.
3.4 Alarm relay
In case that the number of stages configured in a REG-6S-100 or REG-12S-100, is less than 6 or 12
respectively, the relay number 6 or 12 is automatically configured as alarm relay. The relay remains
connected in absence of alarm (positive safety) and disconnects in case that one or more of the errors
listed in section 3.2 occur. Notice that the absence of supply voltage will always be detected as an alarm
condition. The alarm relay has a delay of 10 s in case of Over-compensation and Under-compensation,
but the operation is instantaneous (delay < 1 s) in case of Over-voltage and Over-current.

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3.5 Regulator status and key functions
REG-6S-100 and REG-12S-100 regulators have two possible status.
Normal or RUN Status: This is the normal working status of the regulator. In such status the device
measures and displays the cosof the loads and automatically regulates the connection and
disconnection of capacitors in order to compensate according to programmed target value. The regulation
depends on several parameters configured during the starting set-up process.
Set-up or adjustment status: This status allows the configuration of the device. Push the key for a
time >1 s to enter the set-up status mode. This will stop the automatic PF regulation, will cause the
progressive disconnection of connected stages and once disconnected will allow the set-up of the
regulator.
The navigation keys have different functions depending on the regulator status.
3.5.1 Key functions in normal RUN status.
Key to enter set-up mode: After a long push (> 1 s) of this key, the device will enter
the set-up mode, and will accept configuration changes.
Manual connection of capacitor stages: If this key is pushed for more than 1s, the
regulator starts connecting new steps in a sequential mode, respecting the adjusted
connection times, ton
Manual disconnection of capacitor stages: If this key is pushed for more than 1s,
the regulator starts disconnecting steps in a sequential mode, respecting the adjusted
disconnection times, toff
3.5.2 Key functions in SET-UP status.
Long Push (>1 s): This is to initiate or exit the set-up mode. Exiting the set-up mode
with a long push (>1 s) will automatically save the changed parameters. Exiting with a
short push will not save the changes.
Long Push (<1 s): This is used to initiate or exit the different set-up sub-menu options
(different configurable parameters). Warning! The new programmed values are not
saved unless a long push of this key (>1 s) is used to exit the set-up menu.
Upwards navigation in the menu options available in the set-up menu.
Increment of numerical values inside the set-up sub-menus.
Downwards navigation in the menu options available in the set-up menu.
Decrement of numerical values inside the set-up sub-menus.
Change the digit to be edited in case of numerical values with more than one digit.
+
long push
Alarm Enable / Disable: keep pushing these keys at the same time for more than 1s
to disable or enable Measured current below threshold, Over-
compensation and Sub-compensation alarms (paragraph 3.3). When these alarms
were disabled, the regulator doesn’t show its error messages.

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4 INSTALLATION AND START UP
This section contains information instructions and warnings that the user must follow by its own security
and to ensure safe operation of the device.
WARNING! REG-6S-100 and REG-12S-100 regulators are usually connected to
equipment containing capacitors, which remain charged after removing supply voltage. To
avoid risk of electric shock, you must wait at least 5 minutes between the disconnection
of the equipment and handling of the internal components thereof.
Any handling or use of equipment in different way or conditions to that specified by
the manufacturer, may compromise the user safety.
In case that some damage or deterioration signs are detected in the device or a wrong operation is
observed, disconnect the supply voltage and contact APS authorized technical service.
To safely use the REG-6S-100 and REG-12S-100 it is important that people installing it or handling it
follow the usual safety precautions stated in the LV or MV Electrical Code Rules of each Country as well
as the different warnings stated in this instruction manual.
4.1 Technical Characteristics
The main technical characteristics of every particular REG-6S-100 and REG-12S-100 device are printed
in the rear label (see fig. 1.2) and are also summarized in the following table.
Supply and measuring circuit
voltage (Terminals C-D)
480, 400, 230 or 110 Vac ; +15% -10% (depending on model);
45…65 Hz. Connect preferably to phases L2-L3.
Supply Cables
Cross Section 1,5 mm2
Supply circuit protection
By means of a 0,5 to 2 A fuse (gl type)
Current measurement circuit.
(Terminals A-B)
External Current Transformer (CT). Current ratio In/5. To be placed
preferably in phase L1.
Cables for the current
measurement circuit (CT
secondary side)
Minimum cross section : 2,5 mm2. If cable length between regulator
and CT must exceed 25 m, increase the cross section by 1mm2every
10 m or use a CT with a higher primary rated current.
Current margin
0,05 to 5 A (maximum overload +20%)
Measurements precision
Voltage and Current: 1%; cos: 2% 1 digit
cossetting margin
0,85 ind. A 0,85 cap. Default setting: 1
Power Consumption
(depending on model)
110 V: 7 VA (no load); 8,8 VA (6 relays); 10 VA (12 relays)
230 V: 7,4 VA (no load); 8,2 VA (6 relays); 9,9 VA (12 relays)
400 V: 5 VA (no load); 6,6 VA (6 relays); 8,8 VA (12 relays)
480 V: 8,7 VA (no load); 9,5 VA (6 relays); 10,7 VA (12 relays)
Screen
1 line x 3 digits x 7segments + 20 icons
Output: Relay contacts
Working voltage: 250 Vac, Admissible current: 4 A, AC1.
Cabling and protection of
relays output.
Minimum cables cross section: 1,5 mm2, Protect by means of a circuit
breaker 6 A, curve C or fuse 6 A, gl type
Alarm relay
In case that not all the relay outputs are used to drive the capacitors,
the highest number relay is by default configured as alarm relay.
Reference standards
EN 61010, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 50081-2, EN 50082-1, EN
50082-2, EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-8,
EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-11 , UL 94
Safety and Insulation class
Installation Category III. Protection against electrical shock with
double insulation (class II ), according to EN 61010-1
Protection degree
IP 40 (device mounted in panel front)
IP 30 (device case) according to EN-60529
Environment admissible
conditions
Temperature: -20 … +60 ºC; Relative humidity: max. 95% (without
condensation). Max. altitude: 2000 m
Control system
FCP (Program which minimizes the number of operations)

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4.2 DEVICE INSTALLATION
4.2.1 Mechanical Installation
Mechanically, the device is intended to be mounted attached to the front door of the cabinet. The fitting
hole must be according to DIN 43 700, (dimensions 138+1x138+1mm).
4.2.2 Connections
Before connecting the supply to the device check the following items:
The installation and maintenance of the device must be carried out by specialised and dully
trained staff, according to National Electric Codes and Rules and International Standards
All the connections must be at the inner part of a protection cabinet.
Notice that when the device is connected to supply, the voltage at certain terminals can be
hazardous and cause electric shock in case of contact. Opening the electrical cabinet or
removing certain covers can compromise the user safety and should only be done by
qualified and authorized staff.
The REG-6S-100 and REG-12S-100 devices are used together with capacitor banks, which
can remain charged after supply disconnection. In order to avoid shock hazard, wait during 5
minutes after supply disconnection before any manipulation inside the equipment cabinet.
REG-6S-100 and REG-12S-100 devices require current sensing of the installation. A current transformer
(CT) must be installed externally to perform this function. Usually the current ratio of the CT is In/ 5 A,
where In must be at least 1,5 times the maximum expected load current.
The CT must be installed at the incoming supply line (point of coupling of the user), so that it measures
the total current of all the loads, including also the compensation capacitor bank (see fig. 4.1)
The CT should be installed preferably in phase L1, while the voltage measuring terminals of REG-6S-100
and REG-12S-100 should be connected to phases L2 and L3 (see schematics in figs. 4.2 and 4.3). It’s
important to respect the connection senses of P1-P2 and S1-S2 shown in the above mentioned figs,
otherwise the phase difference will have to be corrected by adjusting the device according to set-up
procedure indicated in paragraph 5.17.
RIGHT CONNECTION
WRONG CONNECTIONS
LOAD CAPACITORS
TC S1
S2
P1
P2
The CT measures the whole
current of loads + capacitor bank.
In case of malfunction check that
the CT is not shortcircuited
TC S1
S2
P1
P2
LOAD CAPACITORS
If CT is placed in this position,
NONE of the CAPACITOR
STAGES WILL CONNECT.
The equipment does not regulate
properly.
TC S1
S2
P1
P2
LOAD CAPACITORS
If CT is placed in this position
ALL THE CAPACITOR STAGES
WILL CONNECT.
WARNING! This situation may
cause overcompensation,
resonance and overcurrent
Fig. 4.1.- Placement of current transformer (CT)