Ref: 610MANUAL Rev 4 Issued:Feb 98 Installation and Operation Manual SOLA 610 0.7, 1, 1.5, 2 & 3kVA 50/60 Hz Single Phase Uninterruptible Power System Save these instructions! This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the UPS.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR UPS WARNING! This unit has an internal battery and is capable of generating dangerous voltages. Do not open the unit by removing the outer case. Please read SAFETY WARNINGS on Pages v and vi. The unit can generate power even when disconnected from the utility supply. Ensure you read this manual carefully and are aware of the correct operating parameters.
SOLA 610 UPS General Information i 1.1 Table of Contents Page Number 1. General Information 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 2. 1 1 2 2 2 3 4 4 5 Switching on the UPS ............................................................... When the power fails ................................................................ When the power returns ............................................................ Front panel indicators ...............................................................
SOLA 610 UPS General Information ii 1.2 Notice to UPS Owners Thank you for choosing a SOLA product, your answer in power protection. Over many years SOLA has built a reputation by designing and manufacturing top quality, reliable power quality products. Your SOLA unit is designed for trouble-free operation in a normal commercial environment. In the unlikely event that your SOLA does need repair, please refer to Section 5.6 of this manual.
SOLA 610 UPS General Information iii 1.3 Preface SOLA makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this document, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. SOLA shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material. This document contains proprietary information which is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved.
SOLA 610 UPS General Information iv 1.4 FCC & Department of Communications Notice FCC NOTICE This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy; and, if installed in a residential environment, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A/B* digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
SOLA 610 UPS General Information v 1.5 Safety Notice and Warnings Important! Please read this before installing your UPS. Warnings, Cautions and Notes appear throughout this manual. Please familiarise yourself with them as they are essential for your safety and will enable you to maximise longevity of your UPS. WARNING Denotes a procedure or practice, which, if not performed correctly or adhered to, may result in personal injury.
SOLA 610 UPS General Information vi 1.5 Safety Notices and Warnings (cont.) Safety Warnings (cont.) 6. The SOLA 610 is intended for indoor use only. 7. Do not install the unit next to open windows where uncontrolled environmental conditions could affect the unit. 8. Avoid plugging the unit into a wall outlet controlled by a switch. If the outlet is controlled by a switch, cover or protect the switch from being accidentally turned off.
SOLA 610 UPS Installation 2.1 Introduction and Product Description An Uninterruptible Power System is designed to connect between your utility supply wall outlet or distribution board and your critical load. Its function is to continually monitor the availability and quality of the electrical supply and to recreate the mains voltage to remain within the UPS specifications, as detailed for each model.
SOLA 610 UPS Installation 2 2.3 Types of Loads The SOLA 610 UPS is designed to power all modern computer equipment “loads”. The UPS output is specifically designed to work with switching power supplies found in today's microprocessor-based equipment. 2.4 Laser Printers and your UPS SOLA does not recommend protecting laser printers with this UPS. Laser printers have a heating cycle which provides adhesion of the toner to the paper.
SOLA 610 UPS Installation 3 2.6 UPS Locations Your UPS should be in a controlled environment. A controlled environment is one that is indoor, temperature-controlled and free of conductive or semi-conductive contaminants. The SOLA 610 is intended for indoor use only. There should be adequate ventilation and the location should be free of dust and fumes. Do not install the unit next to open windows where uncontrolled environmental conditions could affect the unit.
SOLA 610 UPS Installation 4 2.7 Recharging the UPS Battery (cont.) Note The battery backup feature of the UPS is not available in this mode. See 3.1 “Switching on the UPS”to enable the battery backup mode. ? In this mode, (and normal UPS operating mode) recharging occurs automatically and will take 10 hours if the batteries are completely discharged.
SOLA 610 UPS Installation 5 2.9 Setting up the UPS Monitoring from your Computer Your UPS is fitted with a DB9 communications connector on the rear panel. From this connector, you can access opto coupled outputs indicating mains failure or low battery. Alternatively, RS232 serial communications is available. This RS232 provides a proprietary command sequence for the computer to monitor the utility and the UPS status and to control the UPS output.
SOLA 610 UPS Operation 6 3.1 Switching on the UPS Fault Load Level and Runtime Overload lights OFF Switch } ON Switch Bypass Inverter After completing the installation and battery recharge, switch on the UPS by pressing the front panel switch ‘I’. The unit will now commence a system check sequence before establishing it’s own inverter power. Firstly, all the Load Level LEDs will illuminate together then one by one.
SOLA 610 UPS Operation 7 3.3 When the Power Returns When the utility AC Line returns after a power failure, the Line indicator will illuminate again, the audible alarm will silence and the UPS will automatically commence the recharging of the battery. The battery indicator will go out and the UPS will return to normal operation. 3.
SOLA 610 UPS Optional Features 8 4.1 Internal Battery Data DC Float Voltage Nominal DC Bus Voltage Battery Rating No. Batteries Discharge Time @ Full Load (pf = 0.7) 700VA 1000VA 1500VA 2000VA 27.4V 41.1V 55.2V 110.4V 24V 36V 48V 96V 7.0AH 12V DC 7.0AH 12V DC 7.0AH 12 VDC 7.0AH 12V DC 2 3 4 8 > 6 min > 6 min > 5 min > 12 min Recharge Time to 90% Cut Off Voltage 3000VA 110.4V 96V 7.
SOLA 610 UPS Optional Features 9 4.2 External Battery Options External battery packs may be connected to the SOLA 610 1kVA, 1.5kVA, 2kVA and 3kVA models to give extended autonomy during power failure.
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SOLA 610 UPS Optional Features 11 4.3 Installing and Operating CheckUPS II® Your UPS is supplied with a CD-ROM and communications cable to install and operate CheckUPS II®. To install CheckUPS II®on your computer, follow the installation enclosed with the CD-ROM. 4.4 Installation and Operation of the AS400® card option You may wish to have additional output alarms or interface with an IBM AS400® unit. In this situation, you will need to purchase an additional alarm card option (Part No.
SOLA 610 UPS Optional Features 12 4.4 Installation and Operation of the AS400® card option (cont.) Output 2 (ES 2 Pin connector) A plug with link is supplied with the AS400® card option. This plug must be installed for normal operation. If this plug is removed, the load will be transferred to bypass. The plug is removed only in applications where an external maintenance bypass switch is used (refer to instructions provided with the optional external maintenance bypass switch).
SOLA 610 UPS Optional Features 4.5 Installation and Operation of the SNMP Card Option You may wish to connect your UPS to a network management system using SNMP. This will require the purchase of the SNMP Adaptor card option (Part No. 0610-SNMP-00) which will install in the communications slot on the rear of the UPS.
SOLA 610 UPS Optional Maintenance and Warranty 14 5.1 Storage The UPS must be kept at reasonable temperatures to obtain maximum battery life (15o to 21o C is ideal). Note ? The unit MUST be recharged every 6 months to recharge its internal batteries. The unit must be recharged more frequently if it is stored above 35oC (95oF) to obtain maximum battery life. This is accomplished by simply plugging the unit into AC power for 10 hours.
SOLA 610 UPS Maintenance and Warranty 15 5.3 Troubleshooting The TROUBLESHOOTING CHART covers most of the difficulties that you may encounter under normal working conditions. If the UPS fails to operate properly, please review the following checks before calling the repair centre: 1. Is the UPS plugged into a correctly working outlet? 2. Is the line voltage within the rating specified? 3.
SOLA 610 UPS Optional Maintenance and Warranty 16 5.4 Model Specifications “A” Model (Australian Version) Input Input Voltage Range: Input Frequency Range: Input Current (Nom.
SOLA 610 UPS Maintenance and Warranty 17 5.4 Model Specifications (cont.) All Models - Physical Model Width (mm) Depth (mm) Height (mm) Weight (kg) 0610-0700 145 405 225 11.5 0610-1000 145 405 225 15 0610-1500 145 465 225 1 9 .
SOLA 610 UPS Optional Maintenance and Warranty 18 5.5 Warranty Australia ONLY This Warranty is subject to Sola's standard Conditions of Sale which govern all sales of products by Sola Australia Ltd. 1. Sola products, in general, are warranted against failure due to faulty materials and/or workmanship for a period of one year from despatch date (ex Sola store) as per invoice. The Ferroresonant and 95 Series Power Conditioners have an extended warranty - 3 years from date of despatch.
!! W O N r e t s i g e R Please complete the Warranty Registration Form below, remove it from the Manual and mail it to the address on the reverse side. # # Standard Warranty Registration UPS Model Number: ................................................... Date of Purchase: ......./......./....... UPS Serial Number: ........................................................................ Contact Person: ...................................................................................................
Affix Postage Stamp SOLA Australia Ltd 13 Healey Road DANDENONG VIC 3175 AUSTRALIA
SOLA 610 UPS Maintenance and Warranty 19 5.6 Service Instruction and Service Locations Return Policy Most instances of initial failure to operate properly can be remedied through a telephone conversation between the user and SOLA. Telephone and fax numbers for principal SOLA offices are on the back cover of this manual. If, during the course of your call, it is determined that a product must be returned, your service representative will provide you with instructions.
You have purchased a UPS that will provide you with many years of service, protecting your equipment from surges, sags, and blackouts. This product incorporates the highest quality standards in engineering, manufacturing and testing, and carries a 2 year warranty against defects in material and workmanship. This product is backed by over 60 years of pride and integrity. We are sure you will agree, there is no substitute for a SOLA.
