APC MatrixTM UPS - Manual

3.2 Electronics Unit (EU) Rear View of the Electronics Unit 1. Electronics Unit (EU) The Electronics Unit contains the UPS’s microprocessor controls, inverter, battery charger, transfer and tap changingcircuits, remote interfaces, and the user control and display console. The EU may be separated fro...

6. Battery communications jack The Battery Pack communications cable from the Battery Pack OUTPUT is connected at this jack. 7. Manual bypass switch Pressing the manual bypass switch causes the UPS to transfer to the bypass mode of operation. While in this mode, theload is supplied with power condit...

4. Battery Pack panel coupler Additional Battery Packs are connected to this panel coupler. A coupler clamp is installed over the coupler opening asfurnished from the factory. See the Installation section of this manual for instructions on how to lock mated couplers. 5. Battery Pack cables Each Batt...

4.3 Moving the UPS The UPS is heavy and should be moved to the operating site by hand truck. Two people are necessary toload the UPS into position on the truck noseplate. Load the UPS onto the hand truck as shown below.Use hand truck straps to stabilize the load while moving. n Caution: Never attemp...

4.5.2. Using a medium size phillips screwdriver, remove all 10 screws that secure the power distributionplate to the rear of the Isolation Unit. Move aside the power distribution plate. Take care not to strainthe wires connected to the devices on the plate. 208 Vac Input Configuration 4.5.3. Remove ...

Typical installation showing mated battery couplers Note: To reduce the risk of toppling, do not stack equipment more than 2 units high. Follow the instructions listed below to install the battery communications cables. 4.6.5. Mate the battery cable plugs in the fashion illustrated below. 4.6.6. Eac...

4.8 Start-Up To start the UPS, follow the instructions listed below. 4.8.1 If a UPS monitoring signal cable is tobe installed, connect it to the ElectronicUnit’s Computer Interface Port. For moredetails on the computer interface port, seethe manual section entitled UPSMonitoring. 4.8.2 Plug the UPS’...

will indicate an overload. 4.8.8 4.9 Input Plug Incompatibility The UPS is furnished with a twist-lock L6-30P input plug rated to 250V/30A. If it is found that this plug is notcompatible with the available wall outlet, the outlet receptacle should be changed. In some cases, new service wiringmust be...

5.1.5 Bypass mode When in the bypass mode of operation, the load is supplied power conditioned by the Isolation Unit. However, the loadwill not be protected from utility voltage sags, swells or blackouts. The UPS will automatically transfer to bypassoperation when a failure occurs within the Electro...

This screen shows the number of Battery Packs reporting that their voltage levelhas reached the proper "float" voltage. This screen shows the UPS’s battery voltage. The accuracy of this measurementis ±5% of the full scale value of 68 Vdc. This screen shows the cause of the latest transfer to...

6.0 UPS Monitoring 6.1 Overview A UPS system alone provides excellent protection from brief power problems. However, during an extended poweroutage an unattended computer system will eventually shut down due to battery capacity exhaustion. To prevent datacorruption when the UPS shuts down, the compu...

6.4 Computer Interface Port The computer interface port is diagrammed below for your reference. Those with technical abilities wishing to use thisport in a special application should be aware of the following limitations and capabilities of the interface. n Outputs at pins 3, 5 and 6 are actually op...

7.0 Difficulty CAUTION ! n This Uninterruptible Power Source contains potentially hazardous voltages. Do not attempt to disassemble the unit. The unit contains no user serviceable parts. Repairs are performed only by factory trained service personnel. n This Uninterruptible Power Source uses batteri...

7.1 Troubleshooting Chart Problem Possible Cause Action to Take UPS will not turn on. The UPS’s input circuit breaker is tripped(1/2 of handle is down). Reduce the load on the UPS by unpluggingequipment and reset the circuit breaker. EU separating screw is loose. Tighten the EU separating screw (do ...

7.3 Replacing the Electronics Unit The UPS allows replacement of a failed Electronics Unit without interruption of power to the load. The Isolation Unit is capable of autonomous operation and provides power to the load isolated from EMI/RFI noise and surges. To replace a failed EU, follow the proced...

7.4 Replacing or Adding Battery Packs You can expect to receive 3 to 6 years of service life from the Battery Packs when installed in a cool, dry location. TheBattery Pack's life is shortened when operated in an environment where the ambient temperature is normally above 30°C(86°F). The Electronics ...

7.5 Obtaining Service The troubleshooting chart in section 7.1 covers most of the difficulties that a user may encounter under conditions otherthan a failure of the UPS itself. For problems not covered in the chart, or when the UPS’s display shows Call for service,the procedures outlined below shoul...

8.0 Storing the UPS 8.1 Storage Conditions The UPS should be covered and stored in a cool dry location. The UPS should be stored with the Battery Packs in afully charged state. That is, the reported battery capacity should be at 100% before the UPS is switched off for storage.Disconnect the Battery ...

Protection: overcurrent and short circuit protected, latching shutdown upon overload.Output connections: (6) NEMA 5-15R receptacles, (1) NEMA L14-30R receptacle, and (2) NEMA L6-30R receptacles. 9.4 Noise and Surge Isolation Isolation: galvanic isolation, output neutral bonded to ground.Normal mode ...