PowerShield Pilot DC 50 User manual

USER MANUAL
Pilot DC 50
(PSDCP50)
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INSTALLATION
1 INSPECTION
The following items are included with your new
PowerShield DC Pilot 50 24Vdc UPS (Model:
PSDCP50) carton:
• DC UPS
• User Manual
• 3m Phoenix connector to DC plug cable
Please remove the PSDCP50 UPS from its packaging
and check the unit. Re-pack and return the unit
to the place of purchase if there are any signs of
damage or mishandling during delivery.
2 CONNECTION OF PSDCP50 TO THE AC TO DC
ADAPTER
Connect the UPS DC input to the DC Adapter and
turn on the power to the adapter to commence
charging the batteries. It is recommended to
charge the batteries for 6 hours prior to initial use.
OPERATION & FUNCTIONS
1 TURN ON THE UPS
To turn on the PowerShield DC Pilot 50 UPS, simply
press the power switch. The LED will turn ON.
2 TURN OFF THE UPS
To turn off the UPS unit, press the power switch
again. The LED will turn OFF.
3 COLD START FUNCTION
When the UPS is off and there is no DC input
power, it is still possible to cold start the UPS using
the battery to power the loads.
3 EQUIPMENT CONNECTION
Connect your 24Vdc equipment to the 24Vdc output
via the 3m Phoenix connector to DC plug cable.
NOTE: Make sure that the UPS is powered on to
protect all important devices from data loss during
power failure.

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LED ALARM UPS STATUS
•Green Off The UPS DC input power
is normal and UPS is
operating normally.
aGreen Off UPS is charging battery
but no output
aYellow Sounding every
10 seconds
DC input power failure
and UPS is supporting
loads by battery.
aYellow Sounding every
second
Low battery
•Red Continuously
sounding
UPS fault
All LED Off There is no DC output
LED INDICATORS
REAR PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL PSDCP50 UPS
CAPACITY 50W
Input Voltage 24Vdc
Input Voltage Range 21.6~26.4Vdc
Output Voltage 24Vdc
DC Output Voltage Regulation ± 10 % (Bat. mode)
Transfer Time <10ms
Battery Type & No 12V/10Ah x 2
Charging Time 6-8 hours recover to 90% capacity
Dimension (DxWxH) 320 x 130 x 182
Net Weight (kgs) 6.8Kg
Humidity 0–90% RH @ 0–40°C non-condensing)
Noise Level Less than 40dB
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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DC Input
DC Output
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2
Power switch
LED indicators

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS
LED not lit
The UPS is not on. Press the power switch again to turn on the UPS.
Battery voltage is too low. Charge the battery at least 6 hours.
Battery fault. Replace the battery.
The UPS always
on battery mode
DC input power cord loose. Re-plug the power cord.
Input adapter is not connected to
mains or mains is OFF or adapter is
faulty.
Connected input adapter to mains
The UPS
continuously
beeps
Please check the fault code for LEDs
and UPS status details.
Please check the fault code for LEDs and UPS status details.
Backup time too
short
Battery voltage is too low. Charge the battery at least 6 hours.
Battery defect. Replace the battery.
Output voltage
is too low
Overload. Remove some unnecessary loads. Before reconnecting
equipment, please verify that the load matches the UPS
capability specified in the specifications.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If any abnormal situations occur that are not listed above, please call for service immediately.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Battery replacement should be performed or supervised by persons knowledgeable of batteries and their
required precautions. Follow the illustration sequence below to replace the batteries.
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• PowerShield DC Pilot 50 (PSDCP50) is a 24Vdc
input and 24Vdc output UPS. Please make sure the
input power is 24Vdc.
• Do not connect the DC UPS to AC utility power.
• In the event of an emergency, press the 'OFF'
button to properly disable the UPS.
• Do not allow any liquids or any foreign object
to enter the UPS. Do not place beverages or any
other liquid-containing vessels on or near the unit.
• This unit is intended for installation in a
temperature and humidity controlled indoor
environment free of conductive contaminants.
Avoid installing the UPS in locations where
there is standing or running water, or excessive
humidity.
• Do not connect the UPS input into its own output.
• Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly
manner.
• To reduce the risk of overheating the UPS, do not
cover the UPS’s cooling vents and avoid exposing
the unit to direct sunlight or installing the unit
near heat emitting appliances such as space
heater or furnaces.
• Disconnect the UPS prior to cleaning and do not
use liquid or spray detergent.
SAFETY CAUTION
• A battery can present a risk of electrical shock
and high short circuit current.
The following precautions should be observed
when working with batteries:
1 Remove watches, rings, or any metal objects
from hands.
2 Use tools with insulated handles.
3 Wear rubber insulated gloves and shoes or boots.
4 Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of the
batteries.
5 Disconnect the charging source prior to
connecting or disconnecting battery terminals.
• The internal battery voltage is 12Vdc, and the type
is a sealed, lead-acid, 6-cell battery.
• Servicing of batteries should be performed or
supervised by personnel knowledgeable of
batteries and their required precautions. Keep
unauthorized personnel away from batteries.
• When replacing batteries, replace with the same
number and type of sealed lead-acid batteries.
• Do not open or damage the batteries as released
electrolyte is harmful to the skin and eyes and
may be toxic.
• ATTENTION: Hazardous electric shock.
A hazardous electrical condition may still be
present through the stored electro-chemical
energy of the battery. The battery supply cables
should always be disconnected at the positive
and negative terminals of the battery when
maintenance or service work inside the UPS is
necessary.
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