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Xantrex Trace 1012 UR-UPS Owner's Manual

Manual is about: Xantrex Trace Unrestricted Run-time - Uninterruptible Power System

Summary of Trace 1012 UR-UPS

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    Smart choice for power trace unrestricted run-time - uninterruptible power system trace 512 ur-ups trace 524 ur-ups trace 1012 ur-ups trace 1024 ur-ups www.Xantrex.Com owner’s manual.

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    Ii ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 about xantrex xantrex technology inc., is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to 1 mw utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel ...

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    Iii ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a- 10/2002 table of contents 1.0 introduction ......................................................................................................... 1 basic features and functions ..........................................

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    Iv ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 3.0 operation ............................................................................................................. 23 basic control panel features ............................................................

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    V ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a- 10/2002 appendix a - specifications .................................................................................... A-1 appendix b - battery information ..................................................................

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    Vi ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved p/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 list of tables table 2-1 jumper settings ...................................................................................... 10 table 2-2 recommended battery cable sizes ............................................

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    ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved p/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 vii important safety instructions this manual contains important safety instructions that should be followed during the installation and maintenance of this product. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, and to ensu...

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    Viii ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 battery safety information • always wear eye protection, such as safety glasses, when working with batteries. • remove all loose jewelry before working with batteries. • never work alone. Have someone assist you...

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    1 ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 1.0 introduction thank you for purchasing the trace unrestricted run- time - uninterruptible power system (ur-ups) from xantrex technology inc. The trace ur-ups takes dc energy stored in a battery, or battery-bank,...

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    2 1.0 introduction ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 unpacking and inspection • carefully unpack the unit from its shipping carton. • verify all of the items listed below are present. – one (1) trace unrestricted run-time uninterruptible power system...

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    3 1.0 introduction ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 figure 1-2 product identification letter suffix output voltage output frequency (no letter) 120 vac 60 hz e* 230 vac 50 hz *not available at this time figure 1-3 model number sticker model identifi...

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    4 1.0 introduction ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 notes:.

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    5 ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 2.0 installation materials required the following items are required for this installation. • one (1) trace unrestricted run-time - uninterruptible power system (ur-ups) • two (2) battery cable caps (one black and ...

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    6 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 mounting the trace ur-ups is designed for indoor use only. It can be mounted on a shelf or a table next to the batteries or mounted to a wall. Make sure the location has very good ventilation. If w...

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    7 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 figure 2-1 wall-mounting the trace ur-ups wallboard wall studs 16 inches on center 2x4 mounting supports 5 15/16" c-c trace ur-ups 7 1/8" 7 1/8" 14 ¼" 10 ½" 5 ¼" keyhole slots (x4) mounting holes (...

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    8 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 configuration options before connecting the trace ur-ups to the ac or dc power source, configure the unit for the following: • ac transfer voltage sensitivity (jp1) • battery type (jp2) • battery d...

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    9 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 figure 2-4 jumper placement figure 2-3 jumper enlargement jumper on to configure the trace ur-ups the trace ur-ups has four jumpers to control its operation. A jumper is a small, rectangular piece ...

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    10 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 to configure the trace ur-ups (continued) the jumpers in the trace ur-ups are located on the main circuit board and are labeled jp1 for ac transfer sensitivy, jp2 for battery type selection, jp3 f...

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    11 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 to configure the trace ur-ups (continued) setting ac transfer sensitivity (jp1 - brownout) the transfer sensitivity jumper sets the voltage limits which the ac input voltage can fall or rise to be...

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    12 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 setting battery type (jp2 - gel/liquid) the trace ur-ups can charge gel or liquid batteries. The different types of batteries require specific charging voltages. Refer to table 2-1, on page 10, fo...

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    13 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 to configure the trace ur-ups (continued) setting depth-of-discharge (jp3 - lvd) the depth-of-discharge jumper sets the battery voltage for deep or shallow discharge . In deep discharge mode, the ...

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    14 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 to configure the trace ur-ups (continued) setting option b (jp4 - option b) (not used) this jumper assignment is currently not used. Disregard this jumper setting until further notice or unless to...

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    15 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 dc wiring figure 2-10 dc connections warning: read the important safety instructions in this manual and the battery supplier’s precautions before installing the trace ur-ups and batteries. Positiv...

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    16 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 dc wiring (continued) dc disconnect and over-current protection for safety and compliance with national electrical codes and regulations, battery over-current protection is required. Fuses and dis...

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    17 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 dc wiring (continued) connection to the battery see figure 2-10 on page 15 for the location of the dc connectors. See figure 2-11 on page 18 for proper connection of the battery cable. See figure ...

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    18 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 figure 2-11 battery cable connections &rsshu&rpsuhvvlrq/xj $oxplqxp0hfkdqlfdo/xj 'rqrwsodfhdq\wklqjehwzhhqedwwhu\fdeoh oxjdqgwkhedwwhu\whuplqdovxuidfh $vvhpeohh[dfwo\dvvkrzq %dwwhu\ 7huplqdo 6xuid...

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    19 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 ac wiring prewired ac input and output insert the ac input plug into a properly grounded, 120 vac outlet receptacle. Insert the load’s power cord (from an ac appliance) into the unit’s output rece...

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    20 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 ac wiring (continued) hardwiring the ac input and output (if required) some models may require you to hardwire the ac input and output. If your unit requires hardwiring the ac input and output, fo...

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    21 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 ac wiring (continued) hardwiring the ac input and output (if required) input wiring 1. Install a conduit or strain relief in the rear panel ac in knockout hole. 2. Feed the ac input cord (from the...

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    22 2.0 installation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 ac wiring (continued) hardwiring the ac input and output (if required) output wiring 1. Install a conduit or strain relief in the rear panel ac out knockout hole. 2. Feed the ac output cord throug...

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    23 ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 3.0 operation basic control panel features the trace ur-ups control panel includes the following items. • a slide switch for setting its mode of operation: invert, chg, or search • green status led - indicates whe...

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    24 3.0 operation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 modes of operation once the batteries have been connected, the unit becomes operational and performs a quick self-test. When ac power is present at the inputs, the unit performs as a charger regardle...

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    25 3.0 operation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 led indicators the side panel contains leds indicating the unit’s status. These leds flash at predetermined rates to indicate a specific mode of operation or error condition. Table 3-1 status indicat...

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    26 3.0 operation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 battery charger operation the trace ur-ups is equipped with a three-stage battery charger. The batteries receive different charge voltages and currents, depending on the charger mode. After a utility...

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    27 3.0 operation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 figure 3-2 3-stage battery charger graph inverter to charger transition the trace ur-ups constantly charges the batteries as long as power is being supplied to the unit (from either the utility grid ...

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    28 3.0 operation ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 notes:.

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    29 ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 4.0 troubleshooting basic troubleshooting m o t p m y s m e l b o r p y d e m e r t u p t u o c a o n n i d e g g u l p t o n ti n u . D r o c r e w o p c a k c e h c g h c n i s i h c ti w s e d il s ti n u n o i...

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    30 4.0 troubleshooting ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 potential brownout conditions while operating in invert mode, large loads may temporarily overload the unit causing the output voltage to sag or drop out. For example, if a computer is being op...

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    31 4.0 troubleshooting ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 potential problem loads for ups applications (continued) general issues (continued) cell phones some cellular telephones experience interference in the form of a clicking sound. Consumer electr...

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    32 4.0 troubleshooting ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 potential problem loads for ups applications (continued) waveform issues (continued) microwave ovens microwave ovens are sensitive to peak output voltages. The higher the voltage, the faster th...

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    33 4.0 troubleshooting ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 potential problem loads related to search sense mode (continued) computers and sensitive electronics some computers and sophisticated electronics have power supplies that do not present a load ...

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    34 4.0 troubleshooting ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 potential problem loads related to search sense mode (continued) other loads some appliances draw power even when turned off. Examples of this are television sets equipped with instant-on circu...

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    A-1 ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 appendix a - specifications 2 1 5 r d 4 2 5 r d 2 1 0 1 r d 4 2 0 1 r d s n o i t a c i f i c e p s l a c i r t c e l e e v a w e n i s d e i f i d o m e g a t l o v t u p n i c a c a v 0 2 1 c a v 0 2 1 c a v 0 ...

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    A-2 appendix a - specifications ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 2 1 5 r d 4 2 5 r d 2 1 0 1 r d 4 2 0 1 r d l a t n e m n o r i v n e s n o i t a c i f i c e p s s e r u t a r e p m e t g n i t a r e p o c ° 0 4 e v o b a s e r u t a r e p m e t t ...

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    B-1 ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 appendix b - battery information batteries are available in different sizes, amp-hour ratings, voltage, liquid or gel, vented or non-vented, chemistries, etc. They are also available for starting applications (su...

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    B-2 appendix b - battery information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 golf cart • popular for smaller off-grid home systems • many medium sized inverter systems use “l16” batteries • rugged, long lasting • typically rated at 6 volts (220 to 350 amp ...

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    B-3 appendix b - battery information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 battery-bank sizing the battery-bank’s size determines the length of time the unit can continue to supply ac output power. The larger the bank, the longer the unit can run. An und...

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    B-4 appendix b - battery information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 estimating battery requirements to determine the proper battery-bank size, it is necessary to compute the number of amp hours that are required between charging cycles. When the r...

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    B-5 appendix b - battery information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 estimating battery requirements (continued) multiply the amperage by the number of hours the load will operate to roughly calculate amp hours. Double this figure to reach the 50% ...

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    B-6 appendix b - battery information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 e c n a il p p a c a 1 p e t s 2 p e t s 3 p e t s 4 p e t s e c n a il p p a s t t a w g n i n n u r d e s u s r u o h ) x ( y a d h c a e d e s u s y a d ) x ( k e e w h c a e e...

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    B-7 appendix b - battery information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 estimating battery requirements (continued) step 1 determine the loads the inverter will power and list them in the step 1 column. Step 2 enter the running wattage of each applian...

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    B-8 appendix b - battery information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 table b-2 estimating battery requirements - worksheet e c n a il p p a c a 1 p e t s 2 p e t s 3 p e t s 4 p e t s e c n a il p p a s t t a w g n i n n u r d e s u s r u o h ) x (...

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    B-9 appendix b - battery information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 typical appliance wattages the following chart lists some common appliances and their estimated wattage. These are only rough estimates and are not intended as a replacement for t...

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    B-10 appendix b - battery information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 battery configurations the battery-bank must be wired to match the unit’s dc input voltage specifications (12 vdc). In addition, the batteries can be wired to provide additional ...

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    B-11 appendix b - battery information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 parallel wiring the batteries in “parallel” increases the total run time the batteries can operate the ac loads. The more batteries connected in parallel the longer the loads can...

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    B-12 appendix b - battery information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 battery care and maintenance replenish water levels liquid lead-acid batteries require periodic water refills in each battery cell. Only use distilled water in a battery, as tap ...

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    B-13 appendix b - battery information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 battery care and maintenance (continued) check battery’s state-of-charge the battery’s state-of-charge should be checked monthly and only when the battery is not powering heavy l...

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    B-14 appendix b - battery information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 table b-4 battery state-of-charge battery care and maintenance (continued) check battery’s state-of-charge (continued) f o t n e c r e p e g r a h c ll u f e g a t l o v m e t s ...

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    C-1 ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 appendix c - product warranty and service information limited warranty what does this warranty cover and how long does it last? This limited warranty is provided by xantrex technology, inc. (“xantrex”) and covers...

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    C-2 appendix c - product warranty and service information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 how do you get service? If your product requires troubleshooting or warranty service, contact your merchant. If you are unable to contact your merchant, or th...

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    C-3 appendix c - product warranty and service information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 what does this warranty not cover? This limited warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal, installation, or ...

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    C-4 appendix c - product warranty and service information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 disclaimer product this limited warranty is the sole and exclusive warranty provided by xantrex in connection with your xantrex product and is, where permitte...

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    C-5 appendix c - product warranty and service information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 exclusions if this product is a consumer product, federal law does not allow an exclusion of implied warranties. To the extent you are entitled to implied war...

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    C-6 appendix c - product warranty and service information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 warning: limitations on use the trace ur-ups is not intended for use in connection with life support systems and xantrex makes no warranty or representation i...

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    C-7 appendix c - product warranty and service information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 shipping instructions 1. Package the unit safely, preferably using the original box and packing materials. Please ensure that your product is shipped fully in...

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    C-8 appendix c - product warranty and service information ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 service information model number: serial number: purchase date: problem: include a telephone number where you can be reached during business hours and a compl...

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    D-1 ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 appendix d - index a ac input 19, 20, 21, 22 ac input voltage 11 ac transfer voltage sensitivity 8 b batteries battery bank sizing b-3 estimating battery requirements b-3 battery care and maintenance cleaning cab...

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    D-2 appendix d - index ©2002 xantrex technology inc. All rights reserved. P/n 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002 s search sense mode 32, 33, 34 confirming search mode operation 32 potential problem loads related to search sense mo 32, 33, 34 other loads 34 setting ac transfer sensitivity 11 setting batter...

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    Xantrex technology inc. 1 800 670 0707 toll free 1 604 422 2777 direct 1 604 420 2145 fax www.Xantrex.Com printed in the usa 975-0049-01-01 rev a 10/2002.