User Manual English APC Smart-UPS® XL 2200/3000 VA XL 120/208/230 VAC Tower/Rack-Mount 5U Uninterruptible Power Supply 990-2975 09/2006
Introduction About this UPS The American Power Conversion (APC®) Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) provides protection for electronic equipment from utility power blackouts, brownouts, sags and surges. The UPS filters small utility line fluctuations and isolates electronic equipment from large disturbances by internally disconnecting from utility line power. The UPS provides continuous power from the internal battery until utility power returns to safe levels or the battery is fully discharged.
Installation The UPS is shipped in tower configuration. Tower Configuration Connect the battery. After the battery has been connected, tuck the battery cables in between the battery and the battery door. This will ensure a secure fit of the bezel to the unit.
Rack-Mount Configuration This unit is intended for mounting in a two post rack. To order a four post rack-mount kit contact your dealer or refer to the APC Web site, www.apc.com. Tower to rack-mount conversion procedure The UPS and the battery modules are heavy. Remove the battery modules to lighten the UPS during installation. Pull the battery disconnect strap attached to the battery connector. DO NOT pull the battery cables to disconnect the battery.
Install unit in rack Ensure rack stability prior to installing devices in the rack. The UPS should be installed at or near the bottom of the rack. If external battery packs are to be installed in the rack, the UPS must be the top unit in the configuration. Connect Battery x4 Ornamental Foam Spacer After all of the batteries have been connected, tuck the battery cables in between the batteries and the battery doors. This will ensure a secure fit of the bezel to the unit.
Start-Up Connect Equipment and Power to the UPS 1. The UPS features a transient voltage surge-suppression (TVSS) screw located on the rear panel, for connecting the ground lead on surge suppression devices such as telephone and network line protectors. Prior to connecting the grounding cable, ensure that the UPS is NOT connected to utility or battery power. 2. Connect equipment to the UPS. NOTE: This UPS is equipped with an external battery connector on the rear panel of the unit.
Communication Ports SERIAL PORT USB PORT Use only the supplied cable to connect to the serial port. A standard serial interface cable is incompatible with the UPS. Serial and USB ports cannot be used simultaneously. Emergency Power Off The emergency power off (EPO) feature is user configurable. EPO provides immediate de-energizing of connected equipment from a remote location, without switching to battery operation. 1. Use the EPO connector supplied with the UPS. 2.
Operation Display Panels 120/208 V models 120/208 V Battery Charge 230 V models 230 V Display Panel Indicators and Function Buttons Indicator LED Indicator Title Description On Line The UPS is supplying utility power to the connected equipment, (see Troubleshooting). AVR Trim The UPS is compensating for a high utility voltage. Refer to the APC Web site, www.apc.com for AVR settings. AVR Boost The UPS is compensating for a low utility voltage. Refer to the APC Web site, www.apc.
Indicator LED Indicator Title 208 V 120 V Diagnostic Utility Voltage Description The UPS has a diagnostic feature that indicates the utility voltage. The UPS starts a self-test as part of this procedure. The self-test does not affect the voltage display. Press and hold the Battery Charge Battery Charge After a few seconds, this five-LED Battery Charge indicator on the right of the display panel will show the utility input voltage. Refer to the figure on the left for the voltage reading.
Configuration UPS settings Settings are adjusted through PowerChute software or optional SmartSlot accessory cards. Function Factory Default User Selectable Choices Description Automatic Self-Test On startup and every 14 days (336 hours) there after • On startup and every 7 days (168 hours) there after • On startup and every 14 days (336 hours) there after • On startup only • No self-test Set the interval at which the UPS will execute a self-test.
Function Low Battery Warning PowerChute software interface provides automatic, unattended shutdown when approximately two minutes of battery operated run time remains.
Troubleshooting Use this chart to solve minor UPS installation and operation problems. Refer to www.apc.com for assistance with complex UPS problems. Problem and/or Possible Cause Solution UPS will not turn on The battery is not connected properly. button not pushed. Check that the battery connector is fully engaged. Press the button once to power-up the UPS and connected equipment. The UPS is not connected to utility power supply.
Problem and/or Possible Cause Solution The Overload LED is illuminated and the UPS emits a sustained alarm tone The UPS is overloaded. The connected equipment exceeds the specified “maximum load” as defined in Specifications on the APC Web site, www.apc.com. The alarm remains on until the overload is removed. Disconnect nonessential equipment from the UPS to eliminate the overload condition.
Problem and/or Possible Cause Solution There is no utility power There is no utility power and the UPS is off. Use the cold start feature to supply power to the connected equipment front the UPS battery(s). Press and hold the button. There will be a short beep followed by a longer beep. Release the button during the second beep. UPS operates on battery although line voltage exists The UPS input circuit breaker trips. Unplug all nonessential equipment from the UPS. Reset the circuit breaker.
Maintenance, Transport, and Service Replacing the Battery Module This UPS has easy-to-replace, hot-swappable battery modules. Replacement is a safe procedure, isolated from electrical hazards. You may leave the UPS and connected equipment on during the replacement procedure. Once the batteries are disconnected the connected equipment is not protected from power outages. Refer to the appropriate replacement battery user manual for battery module installation instructions.
Two-Year Warranty The limited warranty provided by American Power Conversion (APC®) in this statement of Limited Factory Warranty applies only to products you purchase for your commercial or industrial use in the ordinary course of your business. Terms of warranty APC warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase.
Regulatory Information Regulatory Agency Approvals and Radio Frequency Warnings FCC Compliance Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy.
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