American-power-conversion 250 A User Manual

OperationInfraStruXureTM PowerGeneration System250 A208/480 V

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InfraStruXure Power Generation System 1SafetyOverviewSave these instructionsThis manual contains important instructions that must be followed during i

2 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemWarningsThe components in the InfraStruXure Power Generation System can pose life-threatening danger when impro

WarningsInfraStruXure Power Generation System 3InstallationInstall the ATS in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 75) in the United Sta

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 5OverviewInfraStruXure Power Generation SystemThe InfraStruXure Power Generation System consists of a diesel-pow

6 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemHow the InfraStruXure Power Generation System OperatesOperation of the ATS during a utility failure when automa

How the InfraStruXure Power Generation System OperatesInfraStruXure Power Generation System 7Generator start sequenceThe generator start sequence is f

How the InfraStruXure Power Generation System Operates8 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemOpen and closed transfersWhen transfers are not occurring

How the InfraStruXure Power Generation System OperatesInfraStruXure Power Generation System 9Fuel monitoring/runtime calculationFuel monitoring is a u

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 11Smart Distribution Panel with ATSFront view, door closedKnockouts are provided on the roof, the sides, and th

Smart Distribution Panel with ATS12 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemFront view, door openRemove the dead front to obtain access to the panel boa

Smart Distribution Panel with ATSInfraStruXure Power Generation System 13ATS panel board, left sideThe handle aids removal of the panel board assembl

Smart Distribution Panel with ATS14 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemATS panel board, right sideThe Source 1 input switch accepts input wires fro

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 15ATS Component DetailsMotorized switchesThe operating lever indicates the present position of the motorized sw

ATS Component Details16 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemAutomatic operation control panelFor more detailed information concerning Automatic Opera

ATS Component DetailsInfraStruXure Power Generation System 17ATS monitoring unitThis port connects to the Source 2 volt-sensing circuit board, the So

ATS Component Details18 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemATS label kitATS Label—Place this label on the outside of the ATS enclosure to identify t

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 19OperationAutomatic OperationHow to place the InfraStruXure Power Generation System in automatic operation1. En

InfraStruXure Power Generation System iAbout This ManualAudienceThis manual is intended for users of the InfraStruXure™ Smart Distribution Panel with

Automatic Operation20 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemHow to reset automatic operation on the ATS and on the generatorResetting automatic operati

Automatic OperationInfraStruXure Power Generation System 21Problem—loss of automatic operationTypically, the Not In Automatic Operation LED tracks the

22 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemEmergency Manual OperationWarning—before you operate the ATS manuallyThe procedures in this section only apply

Emergency Manual OperationInfraStruXure Power Generation System 23How to power the load from the generator1. Set the ATS Automatic Operation switch to

Emergency Manual Operation24 InfraStruXure Power Generation System5. Turn the Source 2 switch ON ():a. Set the selector on the Source 2 switch to Man

Emergency Manual OperationInfraStruXure Power Generation System 25How to return to powering the load from utility1. Ensure the ATS Automatic Operation

Emergency Manual Operation26 InfraStruXure Power Generation System5. Turn the generator OFF by following this procedure:a. Ensure the /Manual/Auto sw

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 27Total Power Off Before servicing the system, follow the procedure below to disconnect all sources of power sup

Total Power Off28 InfraStruXure Power Generation System3. Set the Source 2 switch to OFF ():a. Set the selector on the Source 2 switch to Manual.The

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 29Display InterfaceOverviewThe ATS display interface is used to configure settings, set alarm thresholds, and pr

Overview30 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemTop-level status screensAfter system start-up, a brief introduction screen is displayed and then the d

OverviewInfraStruXure Power Generation System 31Navigating through screensTo open any screen, press the Up or Down arrow until the selector ( rests

32 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemLoad-MeterTotal Load by PhaseTotal Load SummaryPower FactorTotal Load by PhaseTotal Load SummaryPower FactorSu

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 33ATS/VoltageATS PositionS1-UtilityATS Position: S1S1-Utility: OKS2-Generator: OFFATS SetupOne of the following

ATS/Voltage34 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemS2-GeneratorOne of the following is displayed to describe the condition of the input from Source 2.

ATS/VoltageInfraStruXure Power Generation System 35ATS SetupPress ENTER when the selector arrow rests at the ATS Setup item to change the following se

ATS/Voltage36 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemATS Blocking • Transfer Blocking: Defines conditions that will prevent the ATS from transferring fr

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 37GeneratorGenerator StatusGenerator StatusFuel & RuntimeStatistics & Maint.Generator SettingsThe follow

Generator38 InfraStruXure Power Generation System• Maintenance Record: Scroll through a list of items that accumulates after the maintenance record is

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 39TestingView Test LogRun/View TestView Test LogRun/View TestTest ScheduleTest DurationDisplays all logged test

ContentsInfraStruXure Power Generation System iiiSafety ...1Overview . . . . . . .

Testing40 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemTest ScheduleTest DurationUse this menu to schedule a test in the future.Define Schedule Set the test s

TestingInfraStruXure Power Generation System 41How a test occursWhen a test is not in progress, the ATS waits for a test to occur. Initiate a test by

42 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemStatsStatistics: 00 of 00XX,XXXXResetReset AllName of statistic here Scroll through a list of items that accum

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 43AlarmsView Active AlarmsView a list of all currently existing alarms. When an alarm is present on the system,

Alarms44 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemAlarm BeeperClearing latched alarmsWhen an alarm is present, the Alarm LED on the ATS display interface

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 45ConfigSystem/NetworkSystem/NetworkContacts & RelaysSub-Feed Config.Factory DefaultsManufacturer DataSystem

Config46 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemContacts & RelaysThe ATS can monitor external contact closure events. Possible applications include:

ConfigInfraStruXure Power Generation System 47Electrical ConfigFactory DefaultsManufacturer DataSystem IDFirmware UpdatesReset 100% Fuel LevelThe foll

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 49Communication ConfigurationATS Management OptionsOverviewThere are two options for managing your system. You c

iv InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemATS Component Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Motorized switches . . .

50 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemConfiguring the InfraStruXure ManagerConnect the ATS to the InfraStruXure Manager1. Connect a CAT-5 network ca

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 51Configuring the ATS Network Management InterfaceConnect the ATS to your network1. Connect a CAT-5 network cabl

Configuring the ATS Network Management Interface52 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemConfiguration overviewYou must configure the following TCP/IP

Configuring the ATS Network Management InterfaceInfraStruXure Power Generation System 53BOOTP & DHCP configurationThe Boot Mode setting, a TCP/IP

Configuring the ATS Network Management Interface54 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemDHCP. Use an RFC2131/RFC2132-compliant DHCP server to configur

Configuring the ATS Network Management InterfaceInfraStruXure Power Generation System 55Local access to the control consoleUse a local computer that c

Configuring the ATS Network Management Interface56 InfraStruXure Power Generation System2. Use Ping with a size of 113 bytes to assign the IP address

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 57How to Access the ATS Network Management InterfaceWeb interface You can use Microsoft® Internet Explorer 5.0 (

How to Access the ATS Network Management Interface58 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemTelnet and SSHYou can access the control console through Tel

How to Access the ATS Network Management InterfaceInfraStruXure Power Generation System 59FTP and SCPYou can use FTP (enabled by default) or Secure Co

InfraStruXure Power Generation System vTesting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39View Test Log .

60 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemHow to Recover From a Lost Network Management Interface Password1. Select a serial port on your local computer

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 61Customizing and Updating the ATSHow to Connect User Input Contacts and Relay Outputs to the ATSOverviewThe ATS

How to Connect User Input Contacts and Relay Outputs to the ATS62 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemHow to connect contacts to the user interface b

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 63How to Connect an EPO Switch to the ATSOverviewConnecting the switch. The Emergency Power Off (EPO) switch con

How to Connect an EPO Switch to the ATS64 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemConnect an EPO switch to the user interface board and test the switch1.

How to Connect an EPO Switch to the ATSInfraStruXure Power Generation System 653. Test the EPO switch to ensure it is wired properly and working corre

How to Connect an EPO Switch to the ATS66 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemSafety warningsHazardous voltage from the branch circuit must be isolat

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 67How to Allow Easy Access to the ATS Display InterfaceThe ATS comes with a Plexiglas cover plate that can be in

68 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemHow to Add Sub-Feed Output Distribution Circuit Breakers to the ATSOutput distribution circuit breakers availa

How to Add Sub-Feed Output Distribution Circuit Breakers to the ATSInfraStruXure Power Generation System 69Circuit breaker adapter modules available f

vi InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemConfiguring the ATS Network Management Interface. . . . . . . . 51Connect the ATS to your network . . . . .

How to Add Sub-Feed Output Distribution Circuit Breakers to the ATS70 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemAllowed circuit breaker combinationsThe pan

How to Add Sub-Feed Output Distribution Circuit Breakers to the ATSInfraStruXure Power Generation System 71Combination #6. Combination #7. Combination

How to Add Sub-Feed Output Distribution Circuit Breakers to the ATS72 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemPreparing the breakers for installationCert

How to Add Sub-Feed Output Distribution Circuit Breakers to the ATSInfraStruXure Power Generation System 73Parts and tools needed for installation pro

How to Add Sub-Feed Output Distribution Circuit Breakers to the ATS74 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemInstalling breakers on the ATS panel busUse

How to Add Sub-Feed Output Distribution Circuit Breakers to the ATSInfraStruXure Power Generation System 754. Install dividers in the circuit breakers

76 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemHow to Download Firmware UpdatesThe InfraStruXure ATS with Power Distribution requires the downloading of mult

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 77SpecificationsSmart Distribution Panel with ATSElectrical Current Rating 250 AVoltage Class 480 VACVoltage A

Smart Distribution Panel with ATS78 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemInstallation and Wiring 208V 480VMaximum Utility Input Over-current Protectio

Smart Distribution Panel with ATSInfraStruXure Power Generation System 79EnvironmentalOperating Temperature Range 23 to 104°F/–5 to 40°C; The average

InfraStruXure Power Generation System viiHow to Download Firmware Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76From a local computer . . . . . .

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 81Appendix: Custom InstallationsIf Source 2 is a Second UtilityDifferences in your system from information prese

82 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemIf Source 2 is a Generator that is Not an APC InfraStruXure GeneratorDifferences in your system from informati

IndexInfraStruXure Power Generation System 83AAccess panel, on panel board, 13–14Accessing the display interface, 67Agency approvals, 79Alarm beeper,

84 InfraStruXure Power Generation SystemGenerator power, condition of, 34Generator screen, 37– 38Generator status, where displayed, 37Generator, non-A

InfraStruXure Power Generation System 85Selector switch, on motorized switch, 15Service, obtaining. See back coverSingle-pole label, 18SNMP interface,

Radio Frequency InterferenceChanges or modifications to this unit which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void