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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 ON ON-BA TT BYP ASS F AULT ON/OFF FUNC E NTER[...]

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. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits established for a Class A computing device pursuant to part 15 of FCC rules when it is operated alone[...]

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. DANGER: Sealed lead-acid batteries with high energy and chemical hazards are used. This ma[...]

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. This can cause a fire or explosion. Inspect the batteries once a year fo[...]

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 ................................. 5 2. Inst allation ............................................. 9 2.1 Pre–Inst[...]

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 1.3).[...]

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. The Pinnacle Plus series uses a double conversi[...]

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 . Inspect it for damage and make sure the following items are included: One Pinnacle Plus s[...]

1 Introduction 4 Alpha T echnologies 1.2 Unp acking and Inspection Checklist (Continued) Complete the following for your records Serial # __________________________________ Options __________________________________ Purchase Date ____________________________ This Pinnacle Plus was purchased from Dealer ___________________________________ City _____[...]

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. The control panel’s operation is described in Section 3.2. T ower Mount ON-L INE ON [...]

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 . See your unit for the exact location and type of all connectors, switches and circuit breakers. T ower Mount Opt i ona l Inter face Op t ion al Ext ern al Batter y Connect or Op t ion al USB Port Ou[...]

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 1.4 2KV A–3KV A Input Circui t Break[...]

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 1.5 Output Connectors[...]

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 2.3). • How to connect an emergency power off switch (Section 2.4). • How to connec[...]

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)). The front panel must be easi[...]

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. Procedure: 1 T urn off the unit (Section 3.1). 2 Disconnect the unit from the line and th[...]

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. T o rest art the unit, turn it on (Section 3.1). Figure 2.3 Emergency Power [...]

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. Only use the connection cable that came with the unit. T[...]

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 3.4). • How to troubleshoot the unit (Section 3.5). • How to[...]

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. 1 Press down the ON/OFF button until “Ready On” appears on the LCD. The fan turns on. [...]

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. • F AUL T : The unit[...]

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. Every 30 days, the unit automatically does a battery discha[...]

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 100/110/115/120/127 VAC 120 VAC Input Frequency I/P Freq Set Select the input frequency range when UPS goes into free run mode ±2%, ±5%, ±7% ±5% Input/By[...]

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). 2) Set Generator Mode: This widens the input parameters so the unit can be used with a gener[...]

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. None. The UPS will return to normal operation when the test is done.[...]

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. Only qualified personnel should change them. Procedure WARNING: Do not re[...]

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/Output Voltage (VAC) 100 / 110 / 115 / 120 / 127 Input Current (Max); Amps, 120 VAC Units 10 12 15 20 30 Input Frequency (Hz) 50 / 60 (Auto Sensing) Ou[...]

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. The liability of Alpha Technologies under this warranty is solely limited to repairing, replacing, or issuing credit for such equipment (at the discretion of Alpha Technologies[...]

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