INEX Inverter System User Manual 014-114-B2
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INEX Inverter System User Manual 014-114-B2 Applies to inverter modules 014-114-10, 014-115-10, 014-116-10, and 014-117-10. The following documents and drawings are included in this manual to provide the necessary information required for installation, operation and fault diagnosis of the unit: • Specifications: 014-114-B1 • Installation and Operation Instructions: 014-114-C0 • Factory Service Information: 048-527-10 Argus Technologies Ltd. 014-114-B2 Rev D WC Printed in Canada.
Specifications for INEX Inverter System Inverter Module Input Nominal Voltage: 48Vdc Operating Range: 40.
Specifications for INEX Inverter System Continued Current Limitation: Electronic current limitation at overloads and short circuits Isolation AC-enclosure: Basic isolation (Pri-Gnd) 2121Vdc/1min Surge Protection: EN61000-4-5, Telcordia GR-1089 CORE, ANSI/IEEE C62.41, STD 5871980 Dynamic Response: Better than ±10% according to IEC 62040-3 Class 1 Over Load Protection: 1.5*Inom >20s 1.
Specifications for INEX Inverter System Continued Function Keys: Esc PgUp PgDn Enter for cancellation for cursor up movement for cursor down movement for selection of comment validation Buzzer: Audio alarm when inverter, STS, or controller module operates abnormally. Esc key cancels audible alarm.
Specifications for INEX Inverter System Continued Mechanical Inverter Module: Dimensions: 43.8mm H x 215mm W x 270mm D [1.7" H x 8.5" W x 10.6" D] Weight: 2.5 kg (5.5 lb.) STS Module: Dimensions: 43.8mm H x 215mm W x 270mm D [1.7" H x 8.5" W x 10.6" D] Weight: 2.1 kg (4.6 lb.) Controller Module: Dimensions: 43.8mm H x 87.9mm W x 277mm D [1.7" H x 3.4" W x 10.8" D] Weight: 0.5 kg (1.1 lb.) Interface Module: Dimensions: 43.8mm H x 129.5mm W x 79.7mm D [1.7" H x 5.1" W x 3.1" D] Weight: 0.25 kg (0.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Please read this manual prior to use to become familiar with the product’s numerous features and operating procedures. To obtain a maximum degree of safety, follow the sequences as outlined. 2. This manual provides warnings and special notes for the user: a. Points that are vital to the proper operation of the product or the safety of the operator are indicated by the heading: WARNING. b.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................................. 1 TU UT TU UT 1.1 1.2 1.3 2 Scope of the Manual ..................................................................................................................................... 1 Product Overview .................................................................................................................
11.4 11.5 11.6 11.7 UT TU TU UT TU TU UT TU UT Mechanical Dimensions of INEX Interface Module ..................................................................................... 41 Mechanical Dimensions of INEX Inverter Shelf .......................................................................................... 41 Mechanical Dimensions of INEX Controller/Interface/STS Shelf ............................................................... 42 Mechanical Dimensions of INEX MBSDU Shelf ...........
1 Introduction 1.1 Scope of the Manual This instruction manual explains the installation, interconnection, and operation of Argus Technologies’ INEX Inverter System. 1.2 Product Overview INEX inverter series is an integrated telecommunication AC power system, including inverter, static switch, LCD controller, and interface modules. With versatile “building block” design and N+1 redundant configuration, INEX inverter system facilitates complex telecommunication and industrial power demands.
INEX Inverter system with STS and control/metering INEX Inverter system with STS, control/metering, and MBS/distribution Illustrations only and may not match your installation. INEX Inverter System features include: • • • • • • • • 1.2.
2 Inspection 2.1 Packing Materials All Argus products are shipped in rugged, double walled boxes and suspended via solid inserts to minimize shock that may occur during transportation. Packaging assemblies and methods are tested to International Safe Transit Association standards. Power systems are also packaged with Cortex. This plastic wrap contains a corrosive-inhibitor that protects the product from corrosion for up to two years. 2.1.1 Returns for Service Save the original shipping container.
3 Shelf Installation This chapter is provided for qualified personnel to install the product. 3.1 Inverter Shelf Preparation/Mounting The inverter shelf has been designed for flush or mid-mounting in a 19” relay rack. Mounting brackets are also supplied for mounting in a 23” rack. NOTE: The shelf shall be mounted in a clean and dry environment. Allow at least 1.75” of free space in front of the unit for unrestricted cooling airflow. 1.
2. The shelf should be mounted to the rack using at least two #12 – 24 x 1/2” screws in each bracket. Philips-type screws and screwdriver should be used to eliminate the possibility of slippage and scratching of the unit’s exterior. Washers (such as internal tooth) or special screws that are designed to cut through the painted surface should be used to ensure a good chassis ground. 3. Put the inverter shelf into the equipment rack horizontally, and align holes of mounting brackets and rack. 4.
3.2 Controller/Interface/STS Shelf Mounting/Preparation The shelf has been designed for flush or mid-mounting in a 19” relay rack. Mounting brackets are also supplied for mounting in a 23” rack. NOTE: The shelf shall be mounted in a clean and dry environment. Allow at least 1.75” of free space in front of the unit for unrestricted cooling airflow. 1. The shelf should be mounted to the rack using at least two #12 – 24 x 1/2” screws in each bracket.
3.3 MBSDU Panel Mounting/Preparation The panel has been designed for flush or mid-mounting in a 19” relay rack. Mounting brackets are also supplied for mounting in a 23” rack. NOTE: The panel shall be mounted in a clean and dry environment. 1. The panel should be mounted to the rack using at least two #12 – 24 x 1/2” screws in each bracket. Philips-type screws and screwdriver should be used to eliminate the possibility of slippage and scratching of the unit’s exterior.
4 Wiring and Connections This chapter provides notes on cable sizing and cabling details with respect to the Argus INEX 1000/1500 Inverter System. 4.1 Safety Precautions WARNING Ensure all power sources are OFF during wiring. Disconnect battery cables from battery. Before working with any battery or power system/distribution center, follow these precautions: • • Remove all metallic jewelry; e.g., watches, rings, metal rimmed glasses, necklaces.
NOTE: Use the following table as a guide only. Ensure that the installation complies with the specific wiring rules applicable to your country or area of jurisdiction. Shelf number of 2 x 1000VA inverter cascaded #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 Shelf number of 2 x 1500VA inverter cascaded #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 Input Current Maximum @ 40Vdc 45.5A 91.0A Input Current Maximum @ 40Vdc 68.2A 136.4A 110Vac Output Current Max. 230Vac Output Current Max. 18.2A 36.4A 54.5A 72.7A 90.9A 109.1A 8.7A 17.4A 26.1A 34.8A 43.5A 52.
3. Thread battery cables through left-side panel knockout; put the hole lug at one end of each battery cable to DC input stud. 4. Secure the connection with two supplied M5x12 cross hexwasher type nickel screws and washers as shown: CAUTION Reverse polarity connections would damage the unit and is not cover by the warranty. Ensure correct polarity (positive to positive, negative to negative) before completing connections between battery and INEX inverter unit. 5.
4.5 Multi-Inverter Shelf System CN20 and CN21 at the inverter shelf backplane are inter-parallel connectors for inverter synchronization. The upper port is used to connect the inverter shelf above, and the lower port is used to connect the inverter shelf below. 1. Use the flat communication cables provided to connect all available inverter shelves: 2.
9. For inverter systems without a controller, open collector terminals are available on the inverter shelf backplane for the inverter fail alarm. 10. Check the AC output voltage. Using Table A, as well as local wiring rules, choose appropriate gauge wire. 11. Thread selected AC neutral and line wires through left-side panel knockout, and attach one cable to one AC neutral (UC3) stud and the other to AC line (UC5) stud. 12.
14. To do system grounding, cover up the backplane with the rear cover first, and screw the ground wire on the rear cover with the supplied cross hex-washer type nickel screw as shown: NOTE: INEX inverter modules allow maximum 12 units cascaded for expanding power capacity. The input current of entire inverter system would exceed the current limit of available wires.
4.6 STS/Controller Shelf WARNING Ensure all power sources are OFF during wiring. Disconnect battery cables from battery. 1. Follow wiring instructions to suit your installation. CN1: Use shorting plug for pins 1 to 4 when MBS is not installed CN2: SYNC port on the controller/interface shelf backplane 2. Locate the CN2 connector on the backplane of the STS shelf and the CN7 connector on the backplane of the inverter shelf.
4.7 Controller/Interface Shelf WARNING Ensure all power sources are OFF during wiring. Disconnect battery cables from battery. 1. INEX controller and interface modules are powered from inverters. Securely plug one end of the supplied 3pin power cable to CN12 power jack on the controller/interface/STS shelf backplane, and the other end to CN9 power jack on the inverter shelf backplane: CN12: Power connector of controller CN9: Power connector to controller 2.
3. Use #30 to 16AWG to connect dry contact terminal CN7 to CN11: NOTE: To set the alarm mode of dry contact, refer to the next chapter. 4. Replace rear cover(s) once all connections have been completed. Argus Technologies Ltd. 014-114-C0 Rev D WC Printed in Canada. © 2008 Argus Technologies Ltd. ARGUS and INEX are registered trademarks of Argus Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
4.8 MBSDU Panel 1. Connect signal cables between MBSDU panel, STS and inverter shelves as shown: 2. Remove the shorting plug on CN1 and connect the 4-pin MBS cable to the CN1 connector on the backplane of the STS shelf. #4 (AC I/P) #1, #1, #2 3.
6. Replace rear cover(s) once all connections have been completed. 7. Screw the system ground wire on the rear cover with the supplied cross hex-washer type nickel screw. CAUTION STS is not hot swap without MBS. When installing STS module with MBS it is not necessary to turn off the system. However, the incorrect install/removal action will damage the STS module frame because of the safety lock of the MBS.
NOTE: Be sure not to change MBS position immediately when STS is inserted into the rack, wait at least five seconds if you want to change it. When you change its position you must confirm that you keep MBS at one position more than one second in order for MCU of STS has enough time to detect MBS position via MBS auxiliary contacts (CN1). Argus Technologies Ltd. 014-114-C0 Rev D WC Printed in Canada. © 2008 Argus Technologies Ltd. ARGUS and INEX are registered trademarks of Argus Technologies Ltd.
5 Module Installation and Removal 5.1 Installation and Removal of STS and Inverter Modules 1. Install the inverter or STS module by sliding it into a pre-wired rack mount shelf until the faceplate is flush with the mounting ears. 2. In order to prevent the inverter or STS module removal, turn the lock bolt counter-clockwise to LOCK position. CAUTION Parallel connection of inverter modules with different specifications would lead to serious damage, and is not covered by the warranty.
7. If controller module and/or interface module is not required, you can cover the excess cavity of controller/interface/STS shelf with optional blank plates. The optional blank plate comes into two pieces. 8. After screwing the inner silver metal piece to the shelf bottom plate, use bolts on both sides to attach the black metal blank plate to the inner silver piece. 5.2 Controller Module Implementation 1.
5.3 Interface Module Implementation NOTE: IFC is pre-installed on the 030-420-10 shelf. 1. To install interface module, the rear cover must be removed. 2. Plug one end of the supplied flat cable to CN1 connector, and route the other end through the hole on the controller/interface/STS shelf backplane as shown. 3. Cover up the controller/interface shelf backplane with the rear cover. 4.
6 Operation 6.1 Pre-Operation Check 6.1.1 Inverter Operation Check • • • • • • Check the DC input polarity. Ensure the input voltage is in the standard range. Check wiring size based on local codes and the wiring table. Ensure the rear cover is securely installed for safety; preventing electrical shock. Ensure the ground wiring is properly connected on rear cover for safety; preventing electrical shock. Ensure the inverter module has been locked. The lock bolt should be in the lock position.
Heading Address Serial No OPV OPI OPF OPP IPV Power Used Heatsink Ambient Temp.
Main menu->Alarm->Active Alarm Item Specification Inverter Serial number, Alarm name, Event time STS Serial number, Alarm name, Event time SMR (N/A) Serial number, Alarm name, Event time Remark For example: 1. Inv xxxxxxxxx Fan Fault yyyy-mm-dd hh:mm:ss ▼ Table E–LCD display of alarm log 6.3 Parameter Setting INEX inverter system allows some parameters to be adjusted through the controller module. 1. Use PgDn key and Enter key to select SETTING. 2. A four-digit numeric password is required.
6.3.
Parameter AC HL: High loss of alternative AC input AC LL: Low loss of alternative AC input Inv HL: High loss of inverter AC input Inv LL: Low loss of inverter AC input Priority Setting Option xxxV xxxV xxxV xxxV Selectable at 1) On line and 2) Off line Table H–STS parameter settings 6.4.1 Fan Speed Control Output current and NTC temperature decide the fan speed. The NTC temperature has the influential priority. When the temperature is above 70ºC, the fan will work in full speed.
6.4.2 Alarm Settings 6.4.2.1 Clear Alarm History In CLEAR menu, press Enter 6.4.2.2 for clearing all the alarm history. Dry Contact Alarm Configuration A Settings Module ►System Æ Baud Rate RS422 Addr Keypad tones Time&Date Language Password Brightness Default ► Dry connect Bat Calib 1 Æ DryCont: X↕ Alarm Type:XXX Alarm No: X xxxxxxxxxxx 2 ⊙INV Æ 2 t : 1 m T y p e : m N O : 0 2 e l o y C o A l a r A l a r I N v o n v r Æ 3 1.
7 Default Values Setting STS priority Mains high loss volt Mains low loss volt Inverter input high loss volt for STS Inverter input low loss volt for STS Inverter output high loss volt Inverter output low loss volt Inverter shutdown due to low input volt Inverter shutdown due to high input volt Inverter output volt Inverter output volt frequency Inverter output power limit Default Value On-line 138V 100V 138V 100V 138V 100V 40V 60V 120V 60Hz 100% Table L–120Vac system factory defaults Setting STS priori
Alarm Type Inverter STS Controller Alarm Name Inverter fault Inv over load Inv fan fault Inv low volt off Inv Bus High Inv Bus Low Inv BusSoft fail Inv Output short Inv OPV Low Inv OPV High Inv Temp High NegPow Protect SynPulse fault Inv EPO SoftStart fail Eeprom fail Inv Temp High Inv unavailable Main unavailable Output overload OP Short circuit K1 Relay open STS SCR1 short STS SCR2 short INV Bypass Mode Over temperature MBS Abnormal STS Fan Lock STS fault mode STS Eeprom Fault SPS Power Fail OutPut Ab
8 Maintenance Although very little maintenance is required with INEX systems, routine checks and adjustments by qualified service personnel are recommended to ensure optimum system performance. The following table lists the maintenance procedures for this system. These procedures should be performed at least twice a year. WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE AND SHOCK HAZARD. Use extreme care when working inside the shelf while the system is energized. Do not make contact with live components or parts.
8.2 STS Fan Replacement 1. Unlock the STS and slide the module 10 cm (4”) out of the shelf. Wait two minutes for module capacitors to discharge. 2. Remove the six (6) screws that secure the front cover to the module. 3. Gently slide the front cover (with the fans) out of the module case. 4. Disconnect the fan power connectors (one per fan). 5. Note the direction of airflow and remove the fans from the assembly. 6. Install the replacement fans following the preceding steps in reverse order.
9 Troubleshooting If the system fails to operate properly after having the installation and setup of the system thoroughly reexamined, use the following troubleshooting table to determine the probable cause(s) and solution(s) to resolve error conditions. For unlisted error conditions, please contact your local dealer for technical assistance. Error Condition Possible Cause Improper position of nylon guide pin. Inverter module cannot be properly inserted. No AC output and all LEDs off.
Inverter Module LED Display Status Green LED Priority Priority Priority LED Signal Status Solid Inverter work normally Blink (slow) Inverter is being inquired Blink (intermittent (slow)) One of the status as follows: 1) Power On. Details refer to note. 2) Shut down remotely. Yellow LED LED Signal Status Blink (intermittent (slow)) Power On Details refer to note.
Error Condition No AC output and all LEDs off.
Inverter Module LED Display Status Green LED Priority Priority Priority LED Signal Status Solid STS work Normally Blink (slow) Running mode not accord with setting priority, for example, STS work in off-line mode, but the priority is on-line Blink (fast) STS work in Inverter bypass mode (the internal mode of STS, not mean IBP of MBS) Yellow LED LED Signal Status Solid Mains or Inverter abnormal Blink (fast) If the status of green LED is the same as yellow LED, then it stands for Inverter by
10 Argus Conventions 10.1 Numbering System Argus Technologies uses an eight-digit drawing number system, which is broken into three blocks. The first three digits describe the category of the product; e.g., rectifier or fuse panel. The next three digits indicate the sequence in which the product number was allocated in a particular category.
11 Outline Drawings 11.1 Mechanical Dimensions of INEX Inverter Module Power On LED Lock bolt Warning LED Fault LED Argus Technologies Ltd. 014-114-C0 Rev D WC Printed in Canada. © 2008 Argus Technologies Ltd. ARGUS and INEX are registered trademarks of Argus Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
11.2 Mechanical Dimensions of INEX STS Module Power On LED Lock bolt Warning LED Fault LED Argus Technologies Ltd. 014-114-C0 Rev D WC Printed in Canada. © 2008 Argus Technologies Ltd. ARGUS and INEX are registered trademarks of Argus Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
11.3 Mechanical Dimensions of INEX Controller Module Power On LED Warning LED Function keys Fault LED LCD screen Argus Technologies Ltd. 014-114-C0 Rev D WC Printed in Canada. © 2008 Argus Technologies Ltd. ARGUS and INEX are registered trademarks of Argus Technologies Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
11.4 Mechanical Dimensions of INEX Interface Module RS-485 port RS-232 port USB port 11.5 Mechanical Dimensions of INEX Inverter Shelf BAT DC cathode CN11: Inverter fail open collector terminals BAT + DC anode UC3: AC neutral UC4: AC ground UC5: AC line CN7: COM/SYNC port with STS module CN9: Power connector to controller CN20/CN21: Inter-parallel connectors JP2: Mode selector CN8: CAN COM port with controller module Argus Technologies Ltd. 014-114-C0 Rev D WC Printed in Canada.
11.6 Mechanical Dimensions of INEX Controller/Interface/STS Shelf UC5: AC input UC4: AC output CN2: Signal port between STS & inverter UC3: AC neutral UC2: AC ground UC1: AC line CN12: Power connector of controller CN3: CAN bus interface CN4 (future option) CN7-11: relay contacts Controller slot CN13: RS-232 port CN1: Signal port between interface module & shelf CN1: Signal port between STS & MBS STS slot CN2, CN6: (future option) Interface slot Argus Technologies Ltd.
11.7 Mechanical Dimensions of INEX MBSDU Shelf Power distribution breakers Main switch Maintenance bypass switch (MBS) FRONT VIEW Illustration only and may not match your model. AC input terminal block AC-L input AC output terminal block STS-L output AC output NEMA receptacles 020-422-10 AC output IEC receptacles 020-424-10 REAR VIEW Signal cable connected to STS shelf CN1 AC-L GND AC-N Argus Technologies Ltd. 014-114-C0 Rev D WC Printed in Canada. © 2008 Argus Technologies Ltd.
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