Powercom 800VA User manual

U P S
Uninterruptible Power System
Line-Interactive Network UPS
800VA/ 1000VA/ 1200VA/ 1500VA
2200VA/ 3000VA
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION……………………………………………………………………..1
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS………………………...……………..………2
2. PRESENTATION………………...………………,.………………………..…………3
3. INSTALLATION………………………………………………………...……………5
4. OPERATION………………………………………………………...………………7
5. SOFTWARE AND COMPUTER INTERFACE………………..…………………………8
APPENDIX A. TROUBLESHOOTING……………………………………………………9
APPENDIX B. SPECIFICATIONS……………………………………….………………10

INTRODUCTION
Please read and save this manual!
Thank you for selecting this uninterruptible power system (UPS). It provides you with a
perfect protection for connected equipment. The manual is a guide to install and use the
UPS. It includes important safety instructions for operation and correct installation of the
UPS. If you should have any problems with the UPS, please refer to this manual before
calling customer service.
Please save or recycle the packaging materials!
The UPS‘s shipping materials are designed with great care to provide protection within
delivery. These materials are invaluable if you ever have to return the UPS for service.
Damage happened during transit is not covered under the warranty.
Intelligent microprocessor control
The UPS is a microprocessor-controlled unit. This means that it operates with the
newest technology, high performance and powerful function.
The UPS is an intelligent protector and provides pure, reliable AC power to the critical
loads - protecting them from utility power blackout, swells, sags, surges and
interference.
Furthermore, in order to save the battery energy, UPS can automatically turn it off under
backup mode if none of the connected loads is operating.
Advanced battery management
The visual and audible indications of the UPS present the battery’s status. Self-test
function let UPS detect a weak battery before it is put into service. The UPS normally
perform a self-test at power up condition.
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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
●WARNING (SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS): This manual contains important
instructions should be followed during installation and maintenance of the UPS and
batteries.
●WARNING: Intend for installation in a controlled environment.
●WARNING (Fuses): To reduce the risk of fire, replace only with the same type and
rating of fuse.
●CAUTION (UPS Having Internal Batteries): Risk of electric shock - Hazardous live
parts inside this unit are energized from the battery supply even when the input AC
power is disconnected.
●CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries in a fire, the battery may explode.
●CAUTION: Do not open or mutilate the battery, released electrolyte is harmful to the
skin and eyes. It may be toxic.
●CAUTION: A battery can present a risk of electric shock and high short circuit current.
The following precaution should be observed when working on batteries
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.
●Servicing of batteries should be performed or supervised by personnel knowledge of
batteries and the required precautions. Keep unauthorized personnel away from
batteries.
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2. PRESENTATION
FRONT & REAR PANELS
2.1"REPLACE BATTERY" indicator (RED LED)
The LED illuminates when the UPS's battery is no
longer useful and must be replaced.
2.2 "BUCK AVR (VOLTAGE REDUCTION)"
indicator (YELLOW LED)
The LED illuminates when the UPS is correcting a
high utility voltage condition. The loads receive normal
power.
2.3 "BACK UP" indicator (YELLOW LED)
The LED illuminates when the UPS is supplying battery
power to the loads.
2.4 "BOOST AVR (VOLTAGE BOOST)" indicator
(YELLOW LED)
The LED illuminates when the UPS is correcting a low utility voltage condition.
The loads receive normal power.
2.5 "LINE NORMAL" indicator (GREEN LED)
2.6 "ON/OFF/TEST/SILENCE" button
Press the button more than 2 seconds to turn the UPS on or off, press the button less
than 1 second to activate the UPS's self-testing or silence the back up alarm.
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2.10 MAIN SWITCH
2.11 REMOTE PORT (COMPUTER INTERFACE)
Provide both RS-232 and relay signal to support NOVELL, UNIX, DOS, WINDOWS and
other operating systems.
2.12 TEL./MODEM port
Telecom transfer ports provide users to extend the applications.
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Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26AWG or larger telecommunication
line cord.
2.13 SITE WIRING FAULT INDICATORS (RED LED)
It comes on when the UPS is connected to an improperly wired AC power outlet.
Note: This device is available on 110 Vac model only.
2.14 BYPASS OUTPUT POWER RECEPTACLES
2.15 EXTERNAL BATTERY PACK CONNECTOR (optional)
Caution:
Caution:Caution:
Caution: Use only factory supplied or authorized connecting cable for external battery !
2.16 UPS OUTPUT RECEPTACLES
2.17 AC INPUT POWER RECEPTACLE
2.18 INPUT CIRCUIT BREAKER
It trips when the connected loads exceed the protected receptacle's capacity, The center
plungers of the circuit breakers extend when tripped.
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3. INSTALLATION
Inspect the UPS upon receipt. The packaging is recyclable; keep it for reuse or disposed
of properly.
3.1 Recharge the battery
UPS may be used by anyone immediately upon receipt. The battery is fully charged
before shipped from the factory. However, user is recommended to recharge the battery
at least four hours before using UPS. Energy loss may occur during shipping or long
duration storage. To recharge the battery, simply let UPS be plugged into an AC outlet
and switch it on.
3.2 Connect the loads
Plug your primary equipment (e.g. computer, monitor and critical data storage device,
etc.) to the Battery Power-Supplied outlets. Plug your peripheral equipment (e.g. printer,
scanner, fax, or audio device) to the Full-time Surge Protection outlets. Do not plug laser
printer to the UPS output outlets, as its power demand is much higher than typical
peripherals and may cause the circuit breaker to trip. It is suggested to connect the
similar heavy loads (like laser printer) to the bypass outlets.
3.3 Connect the telephone
If you wish to extend the length of wire of, connect the telephone cable from the wall
outlet to the “IN” jack. Connect the telephone cable (provided) from the “OUT” jack to the
fax or modem.
3.4 Connect to the utility power
Plug UPS to a 2-pole, 3-wire grounding receptacle. Make sure the branch is protected
and does not service equipment requiring heavy electricity (e.g. refrigerator, air
conditioner, copier, etc.).
3.5 UPS self-test
UPS will conduct a self-test once switched on it each time. Do not add or take off any
equipment while UPS conducts self-test; await it until the Power indicator lights up.
Besides this, switch on your equipment after switch on UPS.
3.6 Battery auto-charging
Once the power cord is connected, the battery of UPS will be automatically charged by
itself.
3.7 Auto restart feature
UPS is equipped with Auto Restart feature. It will activate when the battery level
becomes too low to sustain its operation and the utility is not present. UPS will switch
itself to waiting mode, waiting for utility switch itself on and recharge its battery. If the
user is away during a utility failure, UPS will manage to return to normal function and
recharge its battery when utility power returns.
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3.8 Overload protection
If an overload situation is detected during self-test, UPS audible alarm will activate, emit
a long beep and automatically shut down the system. Unplug at least one piece of
equipment from the Battery Supplied Outlets. Switch off UPS, wait 5 seconds and check
to make sure the circuit breaker is set then switch on, again. User is allowable to change
the fuse under overload condition.
3.9 Optimal battery status
To maintain the optimal status of battery, let UPS be always plugged in.
3.10 Self-protection feature
UPS is equipped with self-protection feature preventing people from playing with the unit
to subsequently damaging the unit. It is programmed so that once switched off, the user
must wait 5 seconds before switching UPS on again.
3.11 Storage
To store UPS, cover it and store it with the battery fully charged. During extended
storage, recharge the battery every three months to ensure battery life.
3.12 Power failure
When the event of power failure occurs after turning on UPS, and prior to the self-test
sequence, UPS will automatically shut down and not restart until utility power is restored.
This is necessary to check the quality of power that is delivered to your connected
equipment.
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4. OPERATION
4.1 Simple test
It is recommended that the user perform a simulation test when using UPS for the first
time or when adding an additional piece of equipment. Conduct a simulation-test: first,
switch on UPS and wait for the power indicator to light up, then simply unplug UPS to
simulate the event of utility failure.
4.2 Check the power requirement of your equipment
4.2.1. Make sure the total power of your equipment does not exceed rating capacity.
4.2.2. Also make sure the equipment you plugged into the Battery Power-Supplied
outlets does not require total power exceeding the capacity of the UPS. Otherwise,
overload may occur and cause the circuit breaker to trip. If the power requirement of your
equipment differs from VA, convert the requirement power into VA by doing the
calculations below:
4.2.3. If the power requirement of your equipment is listed other than VA, convert the
requirement into VA by doing the calculations below.
Watt (W) X 1.67 = VA, or Amps(A) X 120= VA (For 100-120V
model)
Watt (W) X 1.67 = VA, or Amps(A) X 230= VA (For 220-240
model)
4.3 Limited rating power of UPS
When utility failure occurs, the UPS output outlets will supply power to your equipment
from its battery and the alarm will beep every 2 seconds. Be sure that your equipment is
running under the limited rating power. To restore the utility by plugging UPS back in to
the existing power source. Repeat the test a few times to make sure UPS works properly
and to find out the expected runtime.
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5. SOFTWARE AND COMPUTER INTERFACE
5.1 Power Monitoring Software
The UPS-MON series software (or other power monitoring software) is applied standard
RS-232 interface to perform monitoring functions, and then provides an orderly shutdown
of a computer in the event of power failure. Moreover, UPS-MON displays all the
diagnostic symptoms on monitor, such as Voltage, Frequency, Battery level and so on.
The software is available for DOS, Windows 3.1x, Windows 95/97/2000, Windows NT
V3.5 or later, Novell Netware, Linux and others. Call your dealer for more information on
computer OS compatible solutions.
5.2 Interface Kits
A series of interface kits is available for operation systems that provide UPS monitoring.
Each interface kit includes the special interface cable required to convert status signals
from the UPS into signals which individual operating system recognize. The interface
cable at UPS side must be connected to REMOTE PORT, at computer side can be either
COM 1 or COM 2. The other installation instructions and powerful features please refer to
READ.ME file.
CAUTION: Use only factory supplied or authorized UPS monitoring cable!
5.3 The characteristics of computer interface port
The computer interface port has the following characteristics:
The communication port on the back of the UPS may be connected to host computer.
This port allows the computer to monitor the status of the UPS and control the operation
of the UPS in some cases. Its major functions normally include some or all of the
following:
To broadcast a warning when power fails.
To close any open file before the battery is exhausted.
To turn-off the UPS.
Some computers are equipped with a special connector to link with the communication
port. In addition, special plug-in cord may be needed. Some computers may need special
UPS monitoring software. Contact your dealer for the details on the various interface Kits.
D-SUB 9 Pin Female Connector
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