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Pinnacle Plus Series 700/1000/1500/2000/3000 T ower and Rack Mount UPS’ s Uninterruptible Power Supplies From Alpha T echnologies ! ! ! ! ! Operator ’ s Manual.
! ! ! ! ! Operator ’ s Manual ! ! ! ! ! Pinnacle Plus Series 700/1000/1500/2000/3000 T ower and Rack Mount UPS’ s Alpha T echnologies ON-LI NE ON ON-BATT BYPASS F A ULT ON/OF F FUNC E NTER ON-LINE.
Pinnacle Plus Series NOTICE: The Pinnacle Plus Series generates, uses and can radiate radio frequencies if not installed and tested in accordance with the instructions contained in this manual.
Pinnacle Plus Series Safety Checklist s This equipment is to be installed and operated by people trained in the safe use of high-energy power supplies and their batteries. Also assumed is knowledge of the local electrical code(s) and how to safely apply them.
Pinnacle Plus Series iii Safety Checklists (Continued) Battery Safety Checklist There are dangerous voltages inside the unit. Only qualified people should perform instal- lation and maintenance. Live battery wires must not touch the unit’s chassis or any other metal objects.
Pinnacle Plus Series iv T able of Content s 1. Introduction ......................................... 1 1.1 The Pinnacle Plus Advant a ge ................... 2 1.2 Unpacking and Inspection Checklist ......... 3 1.3 The Pinnacle Series ................
1 Section 1 Introduction This section introduces you to the Pinnacle Plus series of UPS’ s: • The Pinnacle Plus series many advant ages (Section 1.1). • An unp acking and inspection checklist (Section 1.2). • An tour of the unit s, their connectors, switches and control p anels (Section 1.
1 Introduction 2 Alpha T echnologies 1. 1 The Pinnacle Plus Series Advantage The Pinnacle Plus series is an indoor Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) that uses advanced technology to protect computer networks, telecommunications installations and other vital instru- ments from power line disturbances.
3 1 Introduction Alpha T echnologies 1.2 Unp acking and Inspection Checklist TIP: If items are missing or damaged, contact Alpha and the shipping company at once. Most shippers have a short claim period. Carefully remove the unit from its shipping cont ainer .
1 Introduction 4 Alpha T echnologies 1.2 Unp acking and Inspection Checklist (Continued) Complete the following for your records Serial # __________________________________ Options ___________________.
5 1 Introduction Alpha T echnologies 1. 3 The Pinnacle Plus Series 1.3.1 Front Panel These drawings are used for illustrative purposes only . See your unit for the exact location and type of all switches and controls. The batteries are reached through this panel.
1 Introduction 6 Alpha T echnologies 1.3 The Pinnacle Plus Series (Continued) 1.3.2 Rear Panel These drawings are used for illustrative purposes only .
7 1 Introduction Alpha T echnologies 1.3 The Pinnacle Plus Series (Continued) Rack Mount Figure 1.3 700V A/1K/1.5KV A Input Cir cuit Breaker EPO RS-23 2 O ptio nal I n ter fac e Out let s Opt i on al USB Por t Input O ptio na l E xte r n al Bat tery Con nec tor Cooling Fan Net work T ransient Prot ector Figure 1.
1 Introduction 8 Alpha T echnologies 1.3 The Pinnacle Plus Series (Continued) 1.3.3 A vailable Output Connectors Multiple configurations are available from the factory for various requirements. AMER IC AN I E C GERMAN B R I T I S H AU S T R A L I A N FRE NCH Figure 1.
9 Section 2 Inst allation This section tells you how to inst all the Pinnacle Plus series. • A pre-inst allation checklist (Section 2.1). • How to connect the unit to the line and the loads (Section 2.2). • How to connect an external battery p ack (Section 2.
2 Installation 10 Alpha T echnologies 2.1 Pre-Inst allation Checklist Placement The Pinnacle Plus is an indoor unit. Install it in a dry , dust-free, well-ventilated area with a temperature of between 60°F to 77°F (15°C to 25°C). Place it on a flat, level surface that will support its weight (up to 73 lbs, (33 kg)).
11 2 Installation Alpha T echnologies Lin e In T o Loa ds 2.2 Wiring the Unit (Continued) To L o a d s From Line Figure 2.1 Input/Output Wiring 2. 3 Connecting External Battery Packs Up to 2 external battery packs can be connected. Place them next to the unit.
2 Installation 12 Alpha T echnologies 2. 3 Connecting an External Battery Pack (Continued) 2. 4 Connecting an Emergency Power Off Switch An Emergency Power Off (EPO) switch is connected to the rear p anel’s EPO connector . When this switch is opened, the unit shuts of f.
13 2 Installation Alpha T echnologies 2.5 Connecting the RS-232 Port With the Alphamon software, you can remotely control the unit with RS-232 communications. It supports Windows 95/98/ME/2000/NT/XP , Novell NetW are or Linux. The CD that came with the unit contains installation instructions.
14 Section 3 Operation This section tells you how to operate the Pinnacle Plus series. • How to turn the unit on and off (Section 3.1). • How to use the control p anel (Section 3.2). • How to perform a self test (Section 3.3). • How to change the unit’ s p arameters (Section 3.
15 3 Operation Alpha Technologies 3.1 Turning the Unit On and Off Turn On: Before turning the unit on for the first time, determine what output voltage you need. If needed, change the unit’s output voltage parameter (Section 3.4) before turning on the load.
3 Operation 16 Alpha Technologies ON-LINE ON ON-BATT BYPASS FAULT Line Mode 3.2 Using the Control Panel LEDs: • ON: The unit is on. • ON-LINE: Line power is provided to the loads. • ON-BA TT : Backup battery power is provided to the loads. • BYP ASS: Line power is provided to the loads via the unit’s bypass circuit.
17 3 Operation Alpha Technologies 3.3 Self Test The battery test finds out if the batteries can provide backup power. It is started from the Param- eters menu (Figure 3.1). This should not be done for the first 24 hours after a new unit is in- stalled so the batteries can be fully charged.
3 Operation 18 Alpha Technologies Parameter LCD Shows Description Available Selections Factory Default Output Voltage O/P Volt Set Select the nominal output voltage 208/220/230/240 VAC 230 VAC 100/110.
19 3 Operation Alpha Technologies 3.4 Setting the Parameters (Continued) Notes: 1) HE Mode Set: This is used to set if the unit sends the line power through double conversion and then to the loads (HE Mode:OFF) or straight through to the loads (HE Mode:ON).
3 Operation 20 Alpha Technologies LCD Shows Audible Alarm * Description Action Output Overload 2 beeps per second The UPS is overloaded. It is operating in Bypass mode. Shut down loads, starting with the least important. Battery T est No beeps The UPS is performing a battery test.
21 3 Operation Alpha Technologies 3.6 Battery Replacement The batteries are replaced without shutting off the unit or the loads. Replace them with the same quantity and type as the originals. DANGER: Make sure you have read the safety instructions in the front of this manual.
3 Operation 22 Alpha Technologies 3.7 Specifications 700/700RM 1000/1000RM 1500/1500RM 2000/2000RM 3000/3000RM Electrical Output VA (W) 700 (490) 1000 (700) 1500 (1050) 2000 (1400) 3000 (2100) Input/O.
23 Warranty Alpha Technologies warrants its equipment to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of 36 months from the date of manufacture.
Alpha sales and service offices located throughout the world © 2004 Alpha T echnologies Lt d. http://www .alpha.com Printed In Canad a 017–751–B 0 10 / 04 Alpha T echnologies 3767 Alpha W ay Bellingham, W A, USA 98226 T el: (360) 647–2360 Fax: (360) 671–4936 Alpha T echnologies Ltd.
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