Alpha Technologies GMX-915 Bedienerhandbuch

Technical ManualGMX-915 ModelsEffective: May, 2007GMXStandby Power SupplyAlpha Technologies

10017-932-B0-002, Rev. BUtility Power Connection NotesIn most cases, the following congurations qualify for service entrance use when wiring a duplex

11017-932-B0-002, Rev. B240Vac Service Entrance, GMX 225V, U.S. Domestic ModelsThese congurations are equipped with a 240Vac duplex receptacle to pro

12017-932-B0-002, Rev. BGrounding Connection NotesIn order to provide a ready, reliable, source of backup power, it is necessary to establish a ground

13017-932-B0-002, Rev. B1.0 Introduction to the GMX Power SupplyThe Alpha family of GMX Uninterruptible Power Supplies is designed for powering signa

14017-932-B0-002, Rev. B1.0 Introduction to the GMX Power Supply, continued1.1 Terminal Block OverviewThe GMX terminal block is located on the front

15017-932-B0-002, Rev. B1.0 Introduction to the GMX Power Supply, continued1.2 Inverter OverviewThe inverter provides uninterrupted power to the fer

16017-932-B0-002, Rev. B1.0 Introduction to the GMX Power Supply, continued1.3 Optional Status Monitoring ModulesThe GMX Power Supply supports a nu

17017-932-B0-002, Rev. B1.0 Introduction to the GMX Power Supply, continued1.4 Optional FeaturesThe following options can be factory installed, or u

18017-932-B0-002, Rev. B2.2 Standby OperationWhen incoming AC line voltage drops or rises signicantly, or a complete power outage occurs, the GMX l

19017-932-B0-002, Rev. B2.0 Theory of Operation, continued2.3 Charger OperationThe GMX Power Supply uses a three-stage, temperature-compensated batt

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20017-932-B0-002, Rev. B2.0 Theory of Operation, continuedFig. 2-2, GMX Block Diagram

21017-932-B0-002, Rev. B3.0 InstallationRefer to the Safety Precautions, Utility Power Connection Notes, and Grounding Connection Notes (pages 7-12)

22017-932-B0-002, Rev. B4. With the Battery Breaker off, and after the batteries, battery connections, and battery cables have been tested, plug the

23017-932-B0-002, Rev. BThe AC indicator (green lamp) is located on the outside of the enclosure. When the lamp is on, it indicates AC power is availa

24017-932-B0-002, Rev. BIf you are using an Alpha SPI, procede to Section 3.3. For AC output voltage reconguration see Section 4.2, otherwise continu

25017-932-B0-002, Rev. BFig. 3-4, SPI Cover Removal3.0 Installation, continued3.3 Service Power Inserter (SPI)Coaxial Cable Connection Procedure:1.

26017-932-B0-002, Rev. B3.0 Installation, continued3.3 Service Power Inserter (SPI), continued6. Replace the SPI cover and reinstall the screws.7.

27017-932-B0-002, Rev. B4.0 Conguration4.1 Micro Board SetupThe Micro Board comes factory set, but the Micro Board switches are accessible should a

28017-932-B0-002, Rev. B4.0 Conguration,continued4.2 ACOutputVoltageRecongurationTools Required: Small at-blade torque screwdriverThe output

29017-932-B0-002, Rev. BFig. 5-1, Conguration Screen5.0 Operation5.1 Start-up and TestAC Line Operation1. Before making any power supply connectio

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30017-932-B0-002, Rev. BSETTING LOW (-5%) HIGH (+5%)87Vac 82.65Vac 91.35Vac63Vac 59.85Vac 66.15VacSelf-test Operation1. The GMX Power Supply should b

31017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5.0 Operation, continued5.1 Start-up and Test, continuedStandby Operation 1. Perform the following procedure after successf

32017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5.0 Operation, continued5.2 Smart DisplayAll operational functions, system testing, setup menus, and alarms are available vi

33017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5.0 Operation, continued5.2 Smart Display, continuedDisplay Backlighting:The display will normally be unlit. Press any key o

34017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5.0 Operation, continued5.2 Smart Display, continued5.2.1 Operation NormalIf no alarms are present, the GMX Power Supply op

35017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5.0 Operation, continued5.2 Smart Display, continued5.2.2 Additional Information DisplayPress ENTER to activate the Additio

36017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5. Press ENTER when the desired value displays. This accesses an additional display, giving the operator a chance to back out

37017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5.0 Operation, continued5.2 Smart Display, continued5.2.3 Setup Menu, continuedThe Setup Menu contains the following items:

38017-932-B0-002, Rev. BFig. 5-5, Setup Menu Display(Examples are given for values in the display)5.0 Operation, continued5.2 Smart Display, continu

39017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5.0 Operation, continued 5.2 Smart Display, continued5.2.4 Alarm IndicationsIn the event of a failure, the Active Alarm dis

4017-932-B0-002, Rev. BTable of ContentsSafety Notes ...

40017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5.0 Operation, continued 5.2 Smart Display, continued5.2.4 Alarm Indications, continuedTable 5-2, Major AlarmsMajor AlarmsA

41017-932-B0-002, Rev. BMajor Alarms are indications of a serious failure within the GMX Power Supply, such as a loss of output voltage or a failed ba

42017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5.2 Smart Display, continued5.2.6 Detailed Menu Structure and Navigation+ESC+ESCTo Setup MenuBack to Additional InformationO

43017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5.2 Smart Display, continued5.2.6 Detailed Menu Structure and Navigation, continued***ACTIVE ALARMS*** (Single Step Informat

44017-932-B0-002, Rev. BIf an GMX Power Supply is used in a non-standby application, this variable must be programmed to “0” to disable the battery ma

45017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5. 0 Operation, continued5.3 Smart Display Glossary, continuedStandby Time: The total amount of time the GMX Power Supply ha

46017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5. 0 Operation, continued5.4 Automatic Performance TestAutomatic Self-test: The GMX Power Supply can periodically perform an

47017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5.0 Operation, continued5.5 Providing Power via External SourceIn the event of an extended utility failure, an external AC o

48017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5. 0 Operation, continued5.5 Providing Power via External Source, continued5.5.2 AC Powering, continued 5. Start and opera

49017-932-B0-002, Rev. B1. Use a voltmeter to verify the input voltage is within specications before turning on the AC voltage input breaker.2. Onc

5017-932-B0-002, Rev. B5.5.3 Using a Truck-mounted Inverter or Generator ... 485.6 Resumption of Utility Power ...

50017-932-B0-002, Rev. B6.0 GMX Power Supply MaintenanceMaintenance must be performed every three to six months. By establishing a routine maintenanc

51017-932-B0-002, Rev. B3. When the battery voltage appears to stabilize (approximately 8-10 minutes), use a multimeter to measure individual battery

52017-932-B0-002, Rev. B6.0 GMX Power Supply Maintenance, continued6.4 Check Battery Charger VoltageThe advanced three-stage charging features of th

53017-932-B0-002, Rev. B6.0 GMX Power Supply Maintenance, continued6.8 Replacing the Metal Oxide VaristorsThe Power Distribution Board (PDB) uses th

54017-932-B0-002, Rev. B6.0 GMX Power Supply Maintenance, continued6.9 Maintenance Log8Battery NumberBATTERY MAINTENANCEDate code/Lot numberBattery

55017-932-B0-002, Rev. B7.0 SpecicationsThe following tables show the electrical, mechanical, and physical specications for the GMX Power Supply mo

56017-932-B0-002, Rev. BNorth American Product Compliance:Safety (NRTL/C): UL1778 and CSA C22.2 No.107.1-M95Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): FCC P

57017-932-B0-002, Rev. B8.0 TroubleshootingThe Smart Display troubleshooting guide is designed to display typical symptoms, causes and solutions, sta

58017-932-B0-002, Rev. B8.0 Troubleshooting, continued8.3 Emergency ShutdownThe GMX Power Supply contains more than one live circuit. During an emer

8Battery NumberBATTERY MAINTENANCEDate code/Lot numberBattery ManufactureVoltage (Unloaded)Terminal checkVoltage (Loaded)GMX MAINTENANCEModel NumberSe

6017-932-B0-002, Rev. BList of Figures and TablesFig. 1-1, GMX Power Supply ...

8Battery NumberBATTERY MAINTENANCEDate code/Lot numberBattery ManufactureVoltage (Unloaded)Terminal checkVoltage (Loaded)GMX MAINTENANCEModel NumberSe

Due to continuing product improvements, Alpha reserves the right to change specications without notice. Copyright © 2007 Alpha Technologies, Inc. All

7017-932-B0-002, Rev. BSafety NotesReview the drawings and illustrations contained in this manual before proceeding. If there are any questions regard

8017-932-B0-002, Rev. BSafety Precautions, continued• Do not allow live battery wires to contact the enclosure chassis. Shorting battery wires can re

9017-932-B0-002, Rev. BUtility Power Connection NotesConnecting to the utility should be performed only by qualied service personnel and in complianc