Liebert® NX™ UPS
GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS
for a 250-800kVA
Uninterruptible Power Supply System
1.0 GENERAL
1.1
SUMMARY
These specifications describe requirements for an Uninterruptible Power Supply System (UPS). The UPS shall
automatically maintain AC power within specified tolerances to the critical load, without interruption, during
failure or deterioration of the normal power source.
The manufacturer shall design and furnish all materials and equipment to be fully compatible with electrical,
environmental and space conditions at the site. It shall include all equipment to properly interface the AC power
source to the intended load and shall be designed for unattended operation.
1.2
STANDARDS
The UPS and all associated equipment and components shall be manufactured in accordance with the following
applicable standards:
 CE 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage Safety), CE 2004/108/EC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
 European RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
 IEC/EN/AS 60950-1 Information Technology Equipment
 IEC/EN/AS 61000
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
 IEC/EN AS 60146
Semiconductor Convertors
 IEC/EN/AS 60529
Degrees of Protection
 IEC/EN/AS 62040-1 General Safety Requirements for UPS
 IEC/EN/AS 62040-2 Electromagnetic Compatibility for UPS (as Class C3 UPS)
 IEC/EN/AS 62040-3 Design Performance and Tests for UPS (VFI SS 111)
The UPS is CE marked in accordance with EEC directives 73/23 “Low Voltage” and 89/336 “Electromagnetic
compatibility”.
The quality system for the engineering and manufacturing facility shall be certified to conform to quality system
standard ISO 9001 for the design and manufacture of power protection systems for computers and other sensitive
electronics. Also, manufacturing systems shall conform to ISO 14001 for environmental management
requirements.
1.3
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1.3.1
Design Requirements
The UPS shall be sized to provide a minimum of ____ kVA/kW output (unity load power factor rating)
The UPS shall be able to provide power at full rated output kVA loads with power factor between 0.9 lagging and
0.9 leading.
Load voltage and bypass line voltage shall be 380/400/415VAC, three-phase, four-wire. Input voltage shall be
380/400/415VAC, three-phase, four-wire.
The battery shall support the UPS at 100% rated kW load for at least _____ minutes at 25°C (77°F) at startup.
The UPS shall have an active power factor corrected IGBT converter/rectifier, capable of maintaining input power
factor and input THDi within specifications without an additional input filter.
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The UPS shall be of transformer-free design, requiring no internal transformer in the main power path for the
basic operation of the module. Optional transformers in cabinets or otherwise external to the basic UPS module
shall be permissible to provide isolation and/or voltage transformation.
1.3.2
Modes of Operation
The UPS shall operate as an on-line reverse transfer system in the following modes:
A. Normal: The critical AC load is continuously powered by the UPS inverter. The rectifier/charger derives
power from the utility AC source and supplies DC power to the DC-DC booster, which in turn supplies the
inverter while simultaneously float charging the battery.
B. Energy Optimization Mode: The critical AC load is continuously powered by the bypass with the inverter
available to power the load if the bypass source voltage or frequency exceeds adjustable parameters of power
quality.
C. Emergency: Upon failure of utility AC power, the critical AC load is powered by the inverter, which, without
any switching, obtains its power from the battery plant via the DC booster. There shall be no interruption in
power to the critical load upon failure or restoration of the utility AC source.
D. Recharge: Upon restoration of the utility AC source, the rectifier supplies power to the DC-DC booster and
the output inverter. The rectifier powers the inverter and simultaneously recharges the battery. This shall be
an automatic function and shall cause no power interruption to the critical AC load.
E. Bypass: If the UPS must be taken out of service for maintenance or repair, the static transfer switch shall
transfer the critical load to the bypass source. The transfer process shall cause no interruption in power to the
critical AC load.
F. Off-Battery: If the battery only is taken out of service for maintenance, it is disconnected from the DC-DC
booster by means of an external disconnect circuit breaker. The UPS shall continue to function and meet all of
the specified steady-state performance criteria, except for the power outage backup time capability.
1.3.3
Performance Requirements
The solid-state power components, magnetic, electronic devices and over-current protection devices shall operate
within the manufacturer’s recommended temperature when the UPS is operating at 100% capacity, supporting
critical load and maintain battery charging with the following conditions occurring simultaneously.
 Any altitude within the specified operating range up to 1000m (3300 ft) elevation
 Any ambient temperature within the specified operating range of 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). (Note:
Battery life is halved for every 10°C increase above 20°C).
 Relative humidity (RH) within 0 to 95% , non-condensing.
 Environment pollution level 2
 Any input voltage within the specified range, +10% to -15% of nominal
1.3.4
Input
A. Voltage Range: +25%, -15% of nominal (minimum -15% at nominal load, below –15% with load derated.
No battery charging with nominal load below -5%)
B. Frequency Range: 40Hz to 70Hz
C. Rectifier Walk-In: 0% to 100% of full rated load over 1-30 seconds (adjustable, for 600-800kVA only)
D. Rectifier Start Delay: Programmable from 1-180 seconds before walk-in begins (for 600-800kVA only)
E. Max Inrush Current : ≤1 In
F. Power Factor: ≥0.99 at full load with nominal input voltage
G. Generator Adaptability: UPS input current limit can be adjusted to suit generator power rating. Wide input
frequency range is permissible.
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H. Current Distortion: ≤ 3% THD at full load, UPS in double-conversion mode
1.3.5
AC Output
A. Load Rating: 100% load rating at 104°F (40°C) for 8 hours for any combination of linear and non-linear
loads; 100% of load rating continuous at 95°F (35°C)
B. Voltage Regulation: <1% Steady State; <5% for 100% Transient State
C. Manual Voltage Adjustment Range: ±5% for line drop compensation
D. Frequency Regulation:
Synchronized to bypass: ±1% (2, 3, 4 selectable)
Synchronized to internal clock 0.1%
E. Efficiency: Defined as output kW/input kW at rated lagging load power factor; not less than 95% (at 75% to
100% load).
F. Phase Imbalance:
Balanced loads
100% unbalanced loads
120° ±1°
120° ±1.5°
G. Voltage Transients (average of all three phases):
100% Load Step
±5%
H. Output Voltage Transients
I.
Voltage transients shall be limited to a maximum deviation from nominal system output volts of ± 5% with
recovery to within 1% of the nominal output voltage within one electrical cycle (20 milliseconds) for each of
the following conditions. Limits shall apply to any UPS load within the UPS rating, and frequency shall be
maintained at 60 Hz ± 0.1 Hz. The system shall not transfer to bypass under these conditions (except item 3).
1. 100% load step
2. Loss or return of AC input power, momentary sags, surges or spikes on the input to the UPS (all three
phases or single phase)
3. Uninterrupted transfer of the critical load to and from the UPS output and bypass power line (manually
initiated or automatic)
Voltage Harmonic Distortion:
Maximum <2% (100% linear load)
Maximum <5% (100% non-linear load, per IEC 62040-3)
J. Overload at full Output Voltage with ±1% voltage regulation:
105% continuously
125% of full load for 10 minutes at 25°C (77°F) ambient
150% of full load for a minimum of 30 milliseconds at 25°C (77°F) ambient
K. Current Limit: 300% nominal current
L. Fault Clearing:
 Inverter only: 300% of normal full load current for 10 milliseconds or 150% of normal full load current
for <5 seconds (when bypass is not available).
 Bypass available: 1000% for 100 milliseconds in inverter pulse-parallel operation when bypass is
available.
1.3.6
Earthing
The UPS chassis shall have an appropriate equipment earthing terminal.
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1.4
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The UPS shall be able to withstand the following environmental conditions without damage or degradation of
operating characteristics:
A. Operating Ambient Temperature
UPS: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Battery: 25°C (77°F), ±3°C (±5°F)
B. Storage/Transport Ambient Temperature
-15°C to 50°C (-4°F to 158°F)
C. Relative Humidity
0 to 95%, non-condensing
D. Altitude
Operating: up to 1000m (3300 ft.) above Mean Sea Level without de-rating
Consult factory for de-rating above 3300 ft. (1500m) elevation.
Storage/Transport: To 50,000 ft. (15,000m) above Mean Sea Level
1.5
SUBMITTALS
1.5.1
Proposal Submittals
Submittals with the proposal shall include:
 Functional relationship of equipment including weights, dimensions and heat dissipation.
 Descriptions of equipment to be furnished, including deviations from these specifications.
 Size and weight of shipping units to be handled by contractor.
 Detailed layouts of customer power and control connections.
 Descriptive list of site services and maintenance to be offered.
1.5.2
60 Day Submittals
Submittals 60 days prior to UPS delivery shall include:
 Detailed installation drawings including all terminal locations.
 Interconnect wiring diagrams showing conduit wiring with terminal numbers for each wire.
 Descriptive list of site services and maintenance to be offered.
1.5.3
UPS Delivery Submittals
Submittals upon UPS delivery shall include:
 A complete set of submittal drawings.
 Two (2) sets of instruction manuals. Manuals shall include a functional description of the equipment,
safety precautions, instructions, step-by-step operating procedures and routine maintenance guidelines,
including illustrations.
 Descriptive list of site services and maintenance to be offered.
1.6
WARRANTY
1.6.1
UPS Warranty
The UPS manufacturer shall warrant the unit against defects in workmanship and materials for 12 months after
initial startup or 18 months after the shipping date, whichever comes first.
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1.6.2
Warranty - End User
Warranties associated with buyout items shall be passed through to the end user.
1.7
QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.7.1
Manufacturer Qualifications
A minimum of 20 years’ experience in the design, manufacture and testing of solid-state UPS systems is required.
1.7.2
Factory Testing
Before shipment, the manufacturer shall fully and completely test the system to ensure compliance with the
specifications. These tests shall include operational discharge and recharge tests to ensure guaranteed rated
performance.
2.0 PRODUCT
2.1
FABRICATION
2.1.1
Materials
All materials of the UPS shall be new, of current manufacture, high grade and shall not have been in prior service
except as required during factory testing. All active electronic devices shall be solid-state. All power
semiconductors shall be sealed. Control logic and fuses shall be physically isolated from power train components
to ensure operator safety and protection from heat. All electronic components shall be accessible from the front
without removing sub-assemblies for service access.
2.1.2
Wiring
Wiring practices, materials and coding shall be in accordance with the requirements of IEC and applicable local
codes and standards. All electrical power connections shall be torqued to the required value and marked with a
visual indicator (English tag).
Provisions shall be made in the cabinets to permit installation of input, output and external control cabling using
raceways or conduits. Provision shall be made for top and bottom access to input, output, bypass and DC
connections. Provisions for adequate wires/cables bend radius. All copper busbars for customer power
connections shall be tin-plated for connection integrity.
2.1.3
Construction and Mounting
The UPS shall be in an IP20 enclosure, designed for floor mounting. The UPS shall be structurally adequate and
shall have provisions for hoisting, jacking and forklift handling. Maximum cabinet height shall be 2145mm
(85in.).
2.1.4 Cooling
Adequate ventilation shall be provided to ensure that all components are operated well within temperature ratings.
Temperature sensors shall be provided to monitor the UPS’s internal temperature. Upon detection of temperatures
in excess of the manufacturer’s recommendations, the sensors shall cause audible and visual alarms to be sounded
on the UPS control panel. A separate room ambient temperature sensor shall be provided to allow control of
battery charging voltage with change of temperature.
Air filters shall be located at the point of air inlet and shall be changeable. Recommended service and ventilation
clearance of 500mm shall be required in the rear of the system.
2.2
EQUIPMENT
2.2.1
UPS System
The UPS system shall consist of an IGBT power factor-corrected rectifier, DC-DC booster and three-phase
transformer-free inverter, bypass static transfer switch, bypass synchronizing circuitry, protective devices and
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accessories as specified. The specified system shall also include a battery disconnect breaker and battery system.
2.2.2 Configurations
The UPS system shall consist of either a single module unit, or two, or more (up to a maximum of four) units of
the same kVA rating. Systems greater than one module shall operate simultaneously in a parallel configuration
with the load shared equally between the connected modules. With the exception of a single module
configuration, the system shall be redundant or non-redundant as stated elsewhere in the specification.
A. Non-redundant system: all the modules making up the UPS system shall supply the full rated load. If a
module should malfunction, the load has to be transferred, automatically and uninterrupted, to the bypass line by
the use of the static mains bypass switch.
B. Redundant system: the UPS system shall have one or more module(s) than required to supply the full rated
load. The malfunction of one of the modules shall cause that module to be disconnected from the critical load and
the remaining module(s) shall continue to carry the load. Upon repair of the module, it shall be reconnected to the
critical load to resume redundant operation. Any module shall also be capable of being taken off the critical load
manually for maintenance without disturbing the critical load bus. Module redundancy level shall be a predefined
number of modules that are required to supply the full rated load. With the number of connected modules equal to
this value, a malfunction of another module shall cause the load to be transferred automatically and uninterrupted
to the bypass line by the use of the static mains bypass switch.
2.2.3
System Protection
The UPS shall have built-in protection against: surges, sags and over-current from the AC rectifier input source,
over-voltage and voltage surges from output terminals of paralleled sources, and load switching as well as circuit
breaker operation in the distribution system.
The UPS shall be protected against sudden changes in output load and short circuits at the output terminals. The
UPS shall have built-in protection against permanent damage to itself and the connected load for all predictable
types of malfunctions. Fast-acting, current-limiting devices shall be used to protect against cascading failure of
solid-state devices. Internal UPS malfunctions shall cause the module to trip off-line with minimum damage to the
module and provide maximum information to maintenance personnel regarding the reason for tripping off-line.
The load shall be automatically transferred to the bypass line uninterrupted, should there be an internal UPS
malfunction or should the connected critical load exceed the capacity of the available on-line modules. The status
of protective devices shall be indicated on a graphic display screen on the front of the unit.
2.3
COMPONENTS
2.3.1
Rectifier
The term rectifier shall denote the solid-state equipment and controls necessary to convert alternating current
(AC) to regulated direct current (DC) to simultaneously supply the inverter and charge the battery. The rectifier
shall be of DSP (Digital Signal Processor) controlled design and utilize insulated gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs).
The DC output of the rectifier will meet the input requirements of the inverter even without the battery being
connected.
A. Input Current Harmonic Distortion
Input current THD shall be less than 3% at full rated UPS output load and 100% balance non-linear load (with
input voltage THD ≤ 2%).
B. Input Power factor correction: The rectifier also performs a PFC function; input power factor shall be a
minimum 0.99 at 100% load and 0.98 at 50% load.
C. AC Input Current Limiting: The maximum Input current limit can be reduced at 100% for generator
operation.
D. Input Power Walk-In: The rectifier/charger shall provide a feature that limits, during the transfer from
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battery mode to line mode, the total initial power requirement at the input terminals to 0% of rated load and
gradually increases power to 100% of full rating over the 30-second (adjustable) time interval (for 600-800kVA
only).
E. Fuse Protection
Each AC phase shall be individually fused with fast-acting fuses so that loss of any semiconductor shall not cause
cascading failures.
2.3.2
DC-DC Booster
The term DC-DC Booster shall denote the equipment and controls to regulate the output of the rectifier to the
levels appropriate for charging the battery and to boost the battery voltage to the level required and to operate the
inverter. The DC-DC booster shall be solid-state, capable of providing rated output power, and for increased
performance the inverter shall be a pulse width-modulated design and utilize insulated gate bipolar transistors
(IGBTs). The DC-DC booster shall control charging of the battery. The batteries shall be VRLA (Valve Regulated
Lead Acid), maintenance free type.
A. Battery Recharge
In addition to supplying power for the load, the rectifier/charger shall be capable of producing battery charging
current sufficient to replace 95% of the battery discharge power within ten (10) times the discharge time. After the
battery is recharged, the rectifier/charger shall maintain the battery at full charge until the next emergency
operation. Ripple voltage at the battery terminal (RMS) should be less than 1%, and ripple current must not
exceed 5% (of C-10 Ah rating) nominal discharging current.
B. Discharging: The battery converter will supply power to the inverter when the rectifier is shut down or in
joint mode, and also the rectifier is current limiting.
C. Temperature-Compensated Charging
The UPS shall adjust the battery charging voltage based on the battery temperature reported from external battery
temperature sensors. Temperature sensors shall be monitored for faulty measurements and ignored if a fault is
detected to prevent over or under changing the battery. When multiple sensors are used the voltage shall be based
on the average temperature measured. Excessive difference in the temperature measurements shall be reported and
the charging voltage adjusted to protect the batteries from excessive current.
D. Battery Load Testing
The UPS shall be capable of performing battery load testing under operator supervision. To accomplish this, the
rectifier shall reduce charging voltage to force the batteries to carry the load for a short time. If the curve of
battery voltage drop indicates diminished battery capacity, the UPS shall display an alarm message. If the voltage
drop indicates battery failure, the UPS shall terminate the test immediately and annunciate the appropriate alarms.
2.3.3
Inverter
The term inverter shall denote the equipment and controls to convert direct current (DC) from the rectifier or
battery via the DC-DC booster to provide alternating current (AC) to power the load. The inverter shall be solidstate, capable of providing rated output power, and for increased performance, the inverter shall be a pulse-widthmodulated design, Vector controlled and utilize insulated gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs). With this patented
Vector control, switching at high frequency can achieve minimum output voltage distortion.
A. Overload Capability
The inverter shall be able to sustain an overload across its output terminals as follows:
 150% of UPS rated output for 30 milliseconds.

125% of UPS rated output with a resistive load for ten (10) minutes.
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105% of UPS rated output with a resistive load for long term. The UPS will achieve the overload
mentioned above with 380/400/415V nominal input and output voltage and when the battery is fully
charged.
B. Output Frequency
The inverter shall track the bypass continuously, providing the bypass source maintains a frequency of either
50Hz or 60Hz ±1%. The inverter shall change its frequency (slew rate) at less than 1Hz per second to maintain
synchronous operation with the bypass. This shall allow make-before-break manual or automatic transfers. If the
bypass fails to maintain proper frequency, the inverter shall revert to an internal oscillator, which shall be
temperature compensated, and shall hold the inverter output frequency to 0.1% from the rated frequency for
steady-state and transient conditions. Drift shall not exceed 0.1% during any 24-hour period. Total frequency
deviation, including short time fluctuations and drift, shall not exceed 0.1% from the rated frequency.
C. Phase-to-Phase Balance
The inverter shall have system logic to provide individual phase voltage compensation to obtain phase balance of
±1% under all 100% linear conditions and ±1.5% under 100% unbalanced non-linear load.
D. Fault Sensing and Isolation
The UPS shall be provided with a means to detect a malfunctioning inverter and isolate it from the critical load
bus to prevent disturbance of the critical load voltage beyond the specified limits. The inverter output static switch
shall be switched off to isolate a malfunctioning module from the critical load.
E. Battery Protection
The inverter shall be provided with monitoring and control circuits to protect the battery system from damage due
to excessive discharge. Inverter shutdown shall be initiated when the battery voltage has reached the end of
discharge voltage. The battery end-of-discharge voltage shall be calculated and automatically adjusted for partial
load conditions to allow extended operation without damaging the battery.
2.3.4
Static Bypass
For times when maintenance is required or the inverter cannot maintain voltage to the load due to sustained
overload or malfunction, a bypass circuit shall be provided to isolate the inverter output from the load and provide
a path for power directly from an alternate AC (bypass) source. The UPS control system shall constantly monitor
the availability of the inverter bypass circuit to perform a transfer. The inverter bypass circuit shall consist of a
bypass static switch and an over-current protection device to isolate the inverter. The bypass static switch shall
denote the solid-state device incorporating SCRs (silicon-controlled rectifiers) that can automatically and
instantaneously connect the alternate AC source to the load.
A. Manual Load Transfers
A manual load transfer between the inverter output and the alternate AC source shall be initiated from the control
panel. Manually initiated transfers shall be make-before-break utilizing the inverter and the bypass static switch.
B. Automatic Load Transfers
An automatic load transfer between the inverter output and the alternate AC source shall be initiated if an
overload condition is sustained for a time period in excess of the inverter output capability or due to a malfunction
that would affect the output voltage. Transfers caused by overloads shall initiate an automatic retransfer of the
load to the inverter only after the load has returned to a level within the rating of the inverter source.
C. Back-feed Protection
Using another optional (customer-supplied) contactor located upstream of the UPS Bypass input and whose trip
coil control voltage comes from the input bypass line voltage, the UPS shall provide a normally closed contact to
be used for isolating the bypass source to protect the operator against back-feed of energy resulting from a shortcircuit of the bypass line SCRs. That is, in the event that the UPS works on Battery mode and no main input
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(Rectifier and Bypass) is available, the contactor cannot be closed. So if the bypass line SCRs are short-circuited,
the UPS will be still disconnected from the Bypass supply.
2.3.5
Internal Maintenance Bypass
A fully rated bypass circuit shall be fitted on all single module UPS systems to provide an alternative path for
power flow from the alternate AC supply to the critical load for the purpose of maintaining the UPS when it is
completely powered down. A Maintenance Bypass protection shall be provided; it will be activated when the
Maintenance Bypass Switch is closed before the inverter shutdown.
2.3.6
Man-Machine Interface (MMI)
A. UPS Display and Control Panel
Each UPS module shall be equipped with a 320 x 240 dot graphic LCD display. This shall automatically provide
all information relating to the current status of the UPS as well as being capable of displaying metered values.
The display shall be menu-driven, permitting the user to easily navigate through operator screens.
B. Metered Values
A microprocessor shall control the display and memory functions of the monitoring system. All three phases of
three-phase parameters shall be displayed simultaneously. All voltage and current parameters shall be monitored
using true RMS measurements for accuracy to ±1% of voltage, ±3% AC current. The following parameters shall
be displayed:
 Main Input Voltage, line-to-line
 Main Input Voltage, line-to neutral
 Main Input current per phase
 Main Input frequency
 Three-phase Input Power Factor
 Bypass Voltage, line-to-line
 Bypass Voltage, line-to neutral
 Bypass Frequency
 Output Voltage, line-to-line
 Output Voltage, line-to neutral
 Output current per phase
 Output frequency
 Output Power factor per phase
 Battery bus voltage
 Battery current
 Forecasted Battery back-up time (remaining time)
 Battery temperature
 Parallel Active Power( kW), (for parallel system operation)
 Parallel Load Apparent Power ( kVA), (for parallel system operation)
 Parallel Reactive Power( kVAR), (for parallel system operation)
C. Power Flow Indications
Each UPS module shall be equipped with a mimic to indicate power flow to the critical load along with an
indication of the availability of the rectifier/charger, battery, automatic bypass, inverter, load. The mimic shall
provide a quick and easy indication of the load level (displayed on LCD), including for overload conditions
(displayed on LCD).
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D. Main Display Screen
The main display screen of the UPS shall be the default screen and shall provide the following information:
 System Status
 Warning Indicator
 Fault Indicator
 Bypass Input Voltage
 Bypass Input Frequency
 Input Voltage Line to Line
 Input Frequency
 Output Voltage, Line to Line
 Output Current, Per Phase
 Output Frequency
 DC Source Voltage
 DC Source Current
E. Control Buttons
Buttons shall be provided to start and stop the inverter. A pop-up message requesting confirmation shall be
displayed whenever a command is initiated that will change the status of the UPS.
Other buttons shall be provided to reset faults and silence the alarm buzzer.
F. Event Log
This menu item displays the list of Events that have occurred recently while the UPS was in operation.
G. Measures Menu
A “measures menu” shall provide access to the full set of measurements for each functional block (rectifier,
bypass, booster/charger, batteries, inverter and load).
H. Battery Status Indicator
A battery status indicator shall display DC alarm conditions, temperature, battery state of charge, the present
battery voltage, total discharge time, status of last battery test and battery time remaining during discharge. A
graphical representation of the battery voltage during the discharge shall be displayed. The graphical
representation shall remain in the monitoring system memory until the next discharge occurs and shall be
available for review of the battery performance.
The UPS shall provide the operator with controls to perform the following functions:
 Configure and Manage Manual Battery Test.
 Modify Test Duration and Minimum Voltage
 Start Battery Test
 Monitor Test Status and Progression
 Stop Battery Test
 Battery Test Status
I. Alarms
The control panel shall report the system-level alarms listed below. An audible alarm shall be activated when any
of the following alarms occurs. All alarms shall be displayed in text form.
Placement into service or test mode
Line power switch open
Maintenance Bypass switch closed
Inverter over-temperature warning
Fan life exceeded
DC under voltage
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Synchronization system fault
DIC Power-up
System shutdown (DIC generated)
Placement into service or test mode
Maintenance Bypass switch closed
Fan life exceeded
Synchronization system fault
DIC Power-up
System shutdown (DIC generated)
ID card missing
Calibration started
Input air high temperature
Input air temp. out of range
SBS output switch open
SBS Bypass switch closed
Do not insert battery switch
Line power switch open
Input air temp. out of range
SBS output switch open
SBS output switch closed
Do not insert battery switch
Overload warning
Inverter Off warning
Inverter Off pending command
Current limit
kW protection
Inverter Off for shutdown command
Bypass switch open
Bypass line power failure
Overload warning
Bypass wrong phase rotation
Bypass disabled for DC voltage low
Bypass over-temperature warning
Bypass switch open
Imminent end of autonomy time
Battery end of discharge
High battery temperature
Battery temp. out of range
Temperature probe not responding
Battery autonomy test
High battery temperature
Battery temperature out of range
J. Controls
System-level control functions shall be:
 Start Inverter (and transfer to inverter)
 Stop Inverter (after transferring to bypass)
 Startup Screen
 Battery Test Set-point Adjustment
 Configure Manual Battery Test
 Initiate Manual Battery Test
 Reset (Fault Cleared)
 System Settings (Time, Date, Language, LCD Brightness, Password, Audio Level)
 Audio Silence Command
 Alarm Reset Command
K. Manual Procedures
Load Transfers
Two buttons (START INVERTER, STOP INVERTER) shall provide the means for the user to transfer the load to
Bypass and back on UPS. A Sync-scope shall be provided to display the phasing between Bypass and Output in
graphical representation.
Shutdown
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Two buttons (UPS, SYSTEM) shall provide the means for the user to shut down the inverter and transfer the load
to bypass or shut down the entire system.
2.3.7
Self-Diagnostics
A. Event Log File
Event Log File The control system shall maintain a log of the event conditions that have occurred during system
operation. Each log contains the event name, event time/date stamp, and a set/clear indicator.
2.3.8
Remote Monitoring Capability
A. Communication Cards
The UPS shall be equipped with slots for optional Liebert communication card.
 Optional additional dry contacts
 Optional Liebert SNMP Web Cards, providing SNMP, Telnet and Web-management capability
 Optional Liebert 485 Cards, for Modbus interfacing.
B. Programmable Output Contacts
Six output channels shall be provided for customer signaling. The activation for each alarm signal channel shall
be customer-selected for a range of functions such as:
 EPO
 Environment parameter input interface
 User communication interface
 Intellislot intelligent card interface
 Temperature detection interface
2.3.9
Optional Accessories
A. Battery Circuit Breaker (BCB)
Each UPS module shall have a properly rated circuit breaker to isolate it from the battery. This Battery Circuit
Breaker is to be housed in a separate enclosure for wall mounting, or mounted inside an optional battery cabinet
and must be installed as close as possible to the battery systems and UPS. It shall contain a BCB and a BCB
control board. It shall function as required by the E.P.O. button and the BCB shall trip once the E.P.O. button is
pressed.
B. External Battery Temperature Sensor
To ensure temperature compensated charging to protect battery life, a battery temperature monitoring probe is
necessary to monitor the battery enclosure temperature rise caused by the AC mains failure and of the battery’s
internal resistance when operating. The probe system includes one battery temperature sensor and one temperature
transport.
C. Load Bus Synchronizer (LBS) Kit
The Load Bus Synchronizer (LBS) kit shall enable independent UPS units or systems to stay in synchronous state
when operating on battery or unsynchronized input sources. It will provide communication link between two
redundant UPS systems on independent output bus (either two independent single units or two independent
parallel systems each composed of up to six modules) to maintain synchronization.
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