Schrack Technik GENIO Tower Plus USSEP VFI 0,7 Guide

Installation and use manual
UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLY
Series GENIO Tower Plus
USSEP VFI 0,7 - 3kVA
1 phase input / 1 phase output
On Line / Double Conversion (VFI) Technology

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing a UPS GENIO Tower Plus product and welcome to Schrack! To use the support service
offered by Schrack, visit the site www.ups-technet.com
The company is highly specialised in the development and production of uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs).
The UPSs in this series are high-quality products, carefully designed and manufactured in order to ensure the highest levels
of performance.
This device can be installed by anyone on the condition that he/she has READ THE USER AND SAFETY MANUAL
CAREFULLY.
The UPS and the Battery Box internally generate DANGEROUS electrical voltages. All maintenance operations must
be carried out SOLELY by qualified operators.
This manual contains detailed instructions for using and installing the UPS and the Battery box.
For information about using and making the most of the performance of your device, please keep hold of the CD
containing this manual and read it carefully before operating the equipment.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
In the development of its products, the company devotes abundant resources to analysing the environmental aspects.
All our products pursue the objectives defined in the environmental management system developed by the company in
compliance with applicable standards.
No hazardous materials such as CFCs, HCFCs or asbestos are used in this product.
When evaluating packaging, the choice of material has been made favouring recyclable materials.
For correct disposal, please separate and identify the type of material of which the packaging is made in the table below.
Dispose of all material in compliance with applicable standards in the country in which the product is used.
DESCRIPTION MATERIAL
Box Cardboard
Packaging corner Stratocell
Protective bag Polythene
Accessories bag Polythene
DISPOSING OF THE PRODUCT
The UPS and the Battery Box contain electronic cards and batteries which are considered TOXIC and HAZARDOUS waste.
When the product reaches the end of its operating life, dispose of it in accordance with applicable local legislation.
Disposing of the product correctly contributes to respecting the environment and personal health.
© The reproduction of any part of this manual, in whole or in part, is forbidden without the prior consent of the manufacturer.
In order to make improvements, the manufacturer reserves the right to modify the product described at any moment and without
notice.

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C ONTENTS
PRESENTATION 5
UPS V IEWS 6
F RONT VIEW 6
R EAR VIEW 6
D ISPLAY PANEL VIEW 8
B ATTERY B OX ( ACCESSORY NOT PROVIDED WITH UPS ) 9
R EAR VIEW 9
INSTALLATION 10
I NITIAL CONTENT CHECK 10
I NSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT 11
B ATTERY B OX INSTALLATION 11
S ETTING THE NOMINAL BATTERY CAPACITY 11
USE 12
C ONNECTIONS AND SWITCHING ON FOR THE FIRST TIME 12
S WITCHING ON FROM THE MAINS 12
S WITCHING ON FROM THE BATTERY 12
S WITCHING OFF THE UPS 12
D ISPLAY PANEL MESSAGES 13
UPS STATUS MESSAGES 13
M EASUREMENT DISPLAY AREA 14
C ONFIGURING THE OPERATING MODE 15
P OSSIBLE SETTINGS 15
A DDITIONAL FUNCTIONS 15
S OFTWARE 17
M ONITORING AND CONTROL SOFTWARE 17
C ONFIGURATION SOFTWARE 17
UPS CONFIGURATION 18
C OMMUNICATION PORTS 20
RS232 CONNECTOR 20
C OMMUNICATION S LOT 20

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TROUBLESHOOTING 21
ALARM CODES 23
FAULT 23
LOCK 24
TECHNICAL DATA 25

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PRESENTATION
GENIO Tower Plus uses ON-LINE double conversion technology, resulting in the highest levels of reliability and maximum
protection for critical loads such as servers, IT applications and Voice/Data.
It is possible to use one or more autonomy expansion units known as BATTERY BOXES (optional accessories) with the
same dimensions and aesthetic line as the UPS alongside it.
The ER model UPSs fitted with upgraded battery chargers are the solution for Business Continuity applications which require
long battery-powered operating times. For these versions, the batteries are housed in separate cabinets which are designed
to contain large, high-capacity batteries.

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UPS VIEWS
FRONT VIEW
REAR VIEW
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00VA / 1500VA model
1000VA / 1000VA ER model
Display Cooling fans
Multipurpose buttons Battery expansion connector
ON/OFF switch IEC 10A output socket
RS232 communication port and contacts IEC 10A input plug
USB communication port Remote control terminal board
Slot for communication cards

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2200VA / 2200VA ER / 3000VA / 3000VA ER model
RS232 communication port and contacts IEC 16A output socket (only for 3000VA models)
USB communication port IEC 10A output socket
Slot for communication cards IEC 16A input plug
Cooling fans Remote control terminal board
Battery expansion connector

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DISPLAY PANEL VIEW
“SEL” button (Select) Battery charge indicator
“ON” button Load level indicator
“STAND-BY” button Configuration area
Regulation operation Maintenance request
Mains operation Timer
Battery operation Measurement display area
Load powered by bypass Stand-by / alarm

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B ATTERY B OX ( ACCESSORY NOT PROVIDED WITH UPS )
The BATTERY BOX is an optional accessory dedicated to this range of UPSs (same dimensions and aesthetic line).
The BATTERY BOX contains batteries which allow the operating time of the uninterruptible power supplies to be increased
during extended blackouts. The number of batteries contained can vary according to the type of UPS for which the BATTERY
BOX is intended. It is therefore necessary to take great care to ensure that the battery voltage of the BATTERY BOX is the
same as the voltage permitted by the UPS.
It is possible to connect further BATTERY BOXES in order to create a chain, suitable for achieving any autonomy time
without mains power.
R EAR VIEW
36V Battery Box
72V Battery Box
Battery disconnector (SWBATT) Battery expansion connector

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INSTALLATION
I NITIAL CONTENT CHECK
After opening the packaging, it is first necessary to check the contents.
The package must contain:
UPS
Schuko power cable - IEC 10A (for 700AV / 1000VA /
1500VA models); Schuko power cable - IEC 16A (for
2200VA / 3000VA models)
IEC 10A connection cable IEC 16A male plug
(For 3000VA models only)
USB cable User manual CD + Safety manual
Battery expansion plug
(ER version only)

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I NSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT
The UPS and the Battery Box must be installed in ventilated, clean environments which are sheltered from bad weather.
The relative humidity in the environment must not exceed the maximum values shown in the Technical Data table.
The ambient temperature, whilst the UPS is in operation must remain between 0 and 40°C, and the UPS must not be
positioned in places which are exposed to direct sunlight or to hot air.
The recommended operating temperature for the UPS and the batteries is between 20 and 25°C. The actual
operating life of the batteries is 5 years on average with an operating temperature of 20°C. If the operating
temperature reaches 30°C, the operating life is halved.
This is a category C2 UPS product. In a residential environment, this product may cause radio interference,
in which case the user may be required to take additional measures.
B ATTERY B OX INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
CHECK THAT THE BATTERY BOX VOLTAGE IS THE SAME AS THE VOLTAGE PERMITTED BY THE UPS.
CHECK THE RATING ON THE BACK OF THE DEVICE.
It is possible to connect more than one Battery Box in order to achieve any level of autonomy without mains power. Connect
any Battery Boxes in a cascade as shown in the figure below:
S ETTING THE NOMINAL BATTERY CAPACITY
Before installing one or more Battery Boxes the UPS must be configured in order to update the nominal capacity value (total
Ah UPS's internal batteries + external batteries) using the dedicated configuration software UPSTools.
The battery box must be installed while the UPS is switched off and disconnected from the main.
CAUTION:
The connection cables cannot be extended by the user.
After connecting the UPS to its Battery Boxes, insert the fuses and turn the Battery Box battery isolators
(SWBATT) to the ON position.
It is not possible to connect more than one UPS to a single battery box, or to several Battery Boxes connected
in a series.
To check whether a new version of the most up-to-date software is available, consult the website: www.ups-
technet.com.

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USE
CONNECTIONS AND SWITCHING ON FOR THE FIRST TIME
1) Check that there is a protection device against overcurrents and short circuits in the system upstream from the
UPS. The recommended protection value is 10A (for the 700VA, 1000VA and 1500VA versions) and 16A (for the
2200VA, 3000VA and ER versions) with a B or C trip curve.
2) Power the UPS using the input cable provided.
3) Press the ON/OFF switch located on the front panel.
4) After a few moments, the UPS will switch on, the display will light up, there will be a beep and the icon will start
to flash. The UPS is in stand-by mode: meaning that it is only consuming a small amount of power. The
microcontroller is powered which supervises the self-diagnoses; the batteries are charging; everything is ready for
UPS activation. Battery operation is also in stand-by mode provided that the timer is active.
5) Connect the equipment to be powered to the sockets on the back of the UPS, using the cable supplied or a cable
no longer than 10 metres.
CAUTION: do not connect equipment which absorbs more than 10A to the IEC 10A sockets. For equipment which
exceeds this level of absorption, use the IEC 16A socket only (available on the 3000VA version).
6) Check which operating mode is set on the display and, if necessary, see the “Configuring operating modes”
paragraph to set the required mode. For advanced UPS configurations execute the software UPSTools which can
be downloaded from the web site www.ups-technet.com.
SWITCHING ON FROM THE MAINS
1) Press the “ON” button for 1 second. After pressing it, all the icons on the display light up for 1 second and the UPS
beeps.
2) Switch on the equipment connected to the UPS.
When switching on for the first time only: after 30 seconds, check that the UPS is operating correctly:
1) Simulate a blackout by disconnecting power to the UPS.
2) The load must continue to be powered, the icon on the display must light up and there must be a beep
every 4 seconds.
3) When power is reconnected, the UPS must go back to operating from the mains.
SWITCHING ON FROM THE BATTERY
1) Press the ON/OFF switch located on the front panel.
2) Hold down the “ON” button for at least 5 seconds. All the icons on the display light up for 1 second.
3) Switch on the equipment connected to the UPS.
SWITCHING OFF THE UPS
In order to switch off the UPS, hold down the “STBY” button for at least 2 seconds. The UPS goes back to stand-by mode
and the icon starts to flash:
1) If the mains power is present, the ON/OFF switch must be pressed to completely turn off the UPS.
2) During battery mode operation with the timer not set, the UPS automatically switches off after 30 seconds. If, on
the contrary, the timer is set, press and hold down the “STBY”key for at least 5 seconds to turn off the UPS. For
complete shutdown, press the ON/OFF switch.

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D ISPLAY PANEL MESSAGES
This chapter describes, in detail, the various information that can be displayed on the LCD.
UPS STATUS MESSAGES
ICON STATUS DESCRIPTION
Fixed Indicates a fault
Flashing The UPS is in stand-by mode
Fixed Indicates regular operation
Fixed The UPS is operating from the mains
Flashing The UPS is operating from the mains, but the output voltage is not
synchronised with the mains voltage
Fixed The UPS is operating from the battery. In this condition, the UPS emits an
acoustic signal (beep) at regular 4-second intervals.
Flashing Low battery pre-alarm. Indicates that battery autonomy is coming to an
end. In this condition, the UPS emits a beep at regular 1-second intervals.
Fixed Indicates that the loads connected to the UPS are powered by the bypass
Dynamic Indicates the estimated percentage charge of the batteries
Dynamic Indicates the percentage of charge applied to the UPS compared with the
nominal value.
Flashing Maintenance is required. Contact the support centre.
Fixed Indicates that the timer is active (programmed switch-on and switch-off).
The timer can be activated/deactivated using the software provided.
Flashing 1 minute until the UPS switches back on or 3 minutes until it switches off

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MEASUREMENT DISPLAY AREA
It is possible to display the most important measurements regarding the UPS in sequence on the display.
When the UPS is switched-on, the display shows the main voltage value.
To display a different measurement, press the “SEL” button repeatedly until the desired measurement appears.
In the event of a fault/alarm (FAULT) or a lock (LOCK), the display will automatically show the type and code of the
corresponding alarm.
Some examples are shown below:
GRAPHIC EXAMPLE (1) DESCRIPTION GRAPHIC EXAMPLE (1) DESCRIPTION
Mains voltage
Battery charge
percentage
Mains frequency Total battery voltage
UPS output voltage Applied load percentage
Output voltage frequency
Current absorbed by the
load
Residual battery autonomy
Temperature of the
electronics cooling
system inside the UPS
Fault / Alarm (2): the
corresponding code is
displayed
Lock (2): the
corresponding code is
displayed
(1) The values shown in the images in the table are purely as an indication.
(2) The FAULT / LOCK codes can only be displayed if they are active (presence of a fault/alarm or a lock).

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C ONFIGURING THE OPERATING MODE
The area of the display shown in the figure displays the active operating
mode and allows the user to choose other modes directly from the display
panel.
HOW TO PROCEED:
•To access the configuration area, hold down the “SEL” button for at least 3 seconds.
•The icon corresponding to the mode currently set lights up.
•To change the mode, press the “ON” button.
•To confirm the mode chosen, hold down the “SEL” button for at least 3 seconds.
P OSSIBLE SETTINGS
The UPS is designed to be configured in various operating modes:
•ON-LINE is the mode with the greatest load protection and the best quality of the output waveform (*)
•ECO is the mode with which the UPS consumes the least power, so is therefore the most efficient (**)
•SMART ACTIVE: in this mode, the UPS decides whether to operate in ON-LINE or ECO mode according to a
statistic about the quality of the mains power.
•STAND-BY OFF [Mode 1]: the UPS operates as an emergency power supply. If mains power is present, the load
is not powered, however should the mains supply fail, the load is powered by the UPS.
(*) The effective value (rms) of the output frequency and voltage is constantly controlled by the microprocessor,
independently from the waveform of the mains voltage, maintaining the output frequency synchronised to the mains
within a configurable range.
Outside this range, the UPS output de-synchronises from the mains supply, moving to the nominal frequency; in this
condition, the UPS cannot use the bypass.
(**) In order to optimise performance, in ECO mode, the load is normally powered by the bypass. If the mains goes out of
the permitted tolerance range, the UPS switches to ON LINE operation. If the mains returns within the permitted
tolerance range for at least five minutes, the UPS goes back to powering the load from the bypass.
A DDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
MANUAL BYPASS
Using the Manual Bypass feature, the UPS can be switched to bypass. In this condition the load is powered directly by the
input mains, any disruption in the mains directly affects the load.
CAUTION:
BEFORE CARRYING OUT THE FOLLOWING SEQUENCE OF OPERATIONS, ENSURE THAT THE UPS’S
INPUT AND OUTPUT FREQUENCY COINCIDE AND THAT THE UPS IS NOT OPERATING FROM THE
BATTERY
Attention: even when the UPS is switched on, the load is disconnected in the event of a mains blackout.
If the input mains deviates from the established tolerances, the UPS automatically switches to Stdby mode and disconnects
the load.
To force the UPS into manual bypass mode, press and hold down the ON and SEL keys simultaneously for at least 4
seconds.
The code “C02” appears on the display.
To return to the normal operation mode press the ON and SEL keys again for at least 4 sec..

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REMOTE CONTROL TERMINAL BOARD
The remote control terminal allows for implementation of the REPO function (Remote Emergency Power Off) and to remotely
switch on/off the UPS.
The UPS is provided by the manufacturer with the REPO terminals short-circuited. For installation remove the short circuit
and connect to the device's normally closed contact
In case of an emergency, if the stop device is used, the REPO control is opened and the UPS goes into stand-by mode and
the load is completely disconnected.
Attention: before restarting the UPS, reset the stop device.
The circuitry of the remote control terminal board is self-powered with SELV circuits. Therefore, an external voltage supply
is not required. When a contact is closed, a maximum current of 15mA circulates.
All connections with the remote control terminal board are made through a cable which guarantees a double insulation
connection.
Logic of the connections:
•PIN 1-2 REPO
The function is activated when the contact is opened.
•PIN 2-3 REMOTE ON, REMOTE ON/OFF
The feature is activated by closing the contact.
Set by default as REMOTE ON, also configurable as REMOTE ON/OFF using UPStools software

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S OFTWARE
M ONITORING AND CONTROL SOFTWARE
The UPSMon software guarantees effective, intuitive UPS management, displaying all the most important information such
as input voltage, applied load, battery capacity.
It is also able to perform shutdown operations and send e-mails, text messages and network messages automatically when
certain events, selected by the user, occur.
INSTALLATION OPERATIONS
1) Connect one of the UPS’s communication ports to one of the PC’s communication ports using the cable supplied.
2) Download the software from the web site www.ups-technet.com selecting the specific operating system.
3) Follow the installation program instructions.
4) For more detailed information please read the user manual which can be downloaded from www.ups-
technet.com .
C ONFIGURATION SOFTWARE
The UPSTools software allows the configuration and full display of the status of the UPS via USB or RS232.
For a list of possible configurations available to the user, refer to the UPS Configuration paragraph.
INSTALLATION OPERATIONS
1) Connect one of the UPS’s communication ports to one of the PC’s communication ports using the cable supplied.
2) Follow the installation instructions shown within the software manual which can be located in the UPSTools directory
or downloaded from the web site www.ups-technet.com .
CAUTION:
If the RS232 communication port is used, it is not possible to communicate with the USB port and vice versa.
It is advisable to use a cable which is shorter than 3 metres for communication with the UPS.
To obtain additional communication ports with different functions, independent from the standard USB and
RS232 ports on the UPS, various accessories are available which can be inserted into the communication
card slot.
To check whether new, more up-to-date software versions are available and for more information about the
accessories available, consult the website: www.ups-technet.com.
UPS
RS232
USB
PC

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UPS CONFIGURATION
The table below illustrates all the possible configurations available to the user in order to best adapt the UPS to individual
requirements. It is possible to perform these operations using the Upstools software.
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION DEFAULT POSSIBLE CONFIGURATIONS
Output frequency
Selects the nominal output
frequency Auto
•50 Hz
•60 Hz
•Auto: automatic learning of the input frequency
Output voltage Selects the nominal output
voltage 230V 220 - 240 in 1V steps
Operating mode Selects one of the 4
different operating modes ON LINE
•ON LINE
•ECO
•SMART ACTIVE
•STAND-BY OFF (MODE 1)
Bypass operation
Selects the mode of use of
the bypass line Normal
•Normal
•Disabled with input/output synchronisation
•Disabled without input/output synchronisation
Power-off due to
minimum charge
Automatic UPS power-off in
battery operation mode if
the charge is lower than 5%
Disabled •Enabled
•Disabled
Autonomy limit Maximum battery operation
time Disabled •Disabled (complete battery discharge)
•(1 - 65000) sec. in 1 sec steps
Battery low
warning
Estimated autonomy time
remaining for the battery
low warning
3 min. (1 - 255) min. in 1 min steps
Battery test Interval of time for the
automatic battery test 40 hours •Disabled
•(1 - 1000) h in 1 hour steps
Maximum charge
alarm threshold
Selects the user overcharge
limit Disabled •Disabled
•(0 - 103) % in 1% steps
Input frequency
tolerance range
Selects the permitted range
for the input frequency for
switching to the bypass and
for the synchronisation of
the output
± 5% (±3 - ±10) % in 1% steps
* For configurations of the Fout = 50, 60Hz or if the sync is disabled with the input, the UPS downgrades the output power.

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FUNCTION DESCRIPTION DEFAULT POSSIBLE CONFIGURATIONS
Bypass voltage
thresholds
Selects the permitted
voltage range for switching
to the bypass
Low: 180V
High: 264V
•Low: 180 - 200 in 1V steps
•High: 250 - 264 in 1V steps
Bypass voltage
threshold for ECO
Selects the permitted
voltage range for operation
in ECO mode
Low: 200V
High: 253V
•Low: 180 - 220 in 1V steps
•High: 240 - 264 in 1V steps
Intervention
sensitivity for
ECO
Selects the intervention
sensitivity during operation
in ECO mode
Normal
•Low
•Normal
•High
Power-on delay
Waiting time for automatic
switching back on after
mains power returns
5 sec. •Disabled
•(1 - 255) sec. in 1 sec steps
Remote power-
on/off function
Select the feature
associated with the remote
control terminal board.
Pin 1-2 REPO
Pin 2-3 Remote
ON
•Pin 1-2 REPO
•Pin 2-3 Remote ON, Remote ON/OFF

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C OMMUNICATION PORTS
On the back of the UPS (see UPS Views), the following communication ports are present:
•RS232 connector
•USB connector
•Expansion slot for additional communication cards
RS232 CONNECTOR
RS232 CONNECTOR
PIN #
SIGNAL
NOTES
1 Programmable output *:
[default: UPS in lock]
(*) Opto-isolated contact max. +30Vdc / 35mA.
These contacts can be associated with other events using
the software provided
For further information about interfacing with the UPS, refer to
the manual provided
2 TXD
3 RXD
5 GND
6 Power supply DC (I
max
= 20mA)
8 Programmable output *:
[default: low battery pre-alarm]
9 Programmable output *:
[default: battery operation]
C OMMUNICATION S LOT
The UPS is equipped with an expansion slot for optional communication
cards (see figure on right) which allows the device to communicate using
the main communication standards.
Some examples:
•Second RS232 and USB port
•Serial duplicator
•Ethernet network card with TCP/IP, HTTP and SNMP protocols
•JBUS / MODBUS protocol converter card
•PROFIBUS protocol converter card
•Card with relay isolated contacts
To check whether further accessories are available, consult the website: www.ups-technet.com