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FERRUPS® User Manual
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2 kVA-7.5 kVA 50 and 60 Hz
Uninterruptible Power Systems
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This manual contains important instructions for your UPS.
See the CheckUPS CD also for the FERRUPS Safety Information manual.
Se cd-rommen CheckUPS til FERRUPS-manualen med sikkerhedsoplysninger.
Zie de CheckUPS CD voor de FERRUPS Handleiding voor Veiligheidsinformatie.
Katso CheckUPS-CD levyltä FERRUPS-turvallisuuskäsikirjaa.
Se reporter à la CD CheckUPS pour le manuel de consignes de sécurité FERRUPS.
Das Handbuch FERRUPS Sicherheitsinformationen befindet sich auf der CheckUPS CD.
A FERRUPS Biztonsági információk kézikönyvét lásd a CheckUPS CD-n.
Per le informazioni sulla sicurezza FERRUPS, vedere il CD di CheckUPS.
Informasjonshåndboken om sikkerhet for FERRUPS finnes på CheckUPS CDen.
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Contents
100 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
200 UPS Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
300 Starting the UPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
400 Using the FERRUPS’ Front Panel Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
500 Using the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
501 Displaying and Moving through the Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Menu Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
503 Entering a Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
504 Changing a Parameter Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
506 Reading the FERRUPS Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
700 Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
701 Communication Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
800 Maintenance and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
900 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
1000 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
1100 Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
100 Introduction
This manual explains how to start your FERRUPS, interpret its status lights, use its display and communication
features, and get assistance if you have a FERRUPS problem. This manual also includes specifications and
warranty information. If your FERRUPS is not a soft-wired (plug-in) model, your electrician should install the
FERRUPS using the Installation Manual included with your unit. If your UPS has one or more separate battery
cabinets, you should also use the instructions in the Installation Manual to connect the cabinet(s) to the
FERRUPS.
To find information in this manual, use the contents above.
Best Power is committed to outstanding customer service. If you have a problem or question, our Worldwide
Service center is happy to help you. Simply refer to the list of Best Power offices at the beginning of this manual
to contact the office nearest you. Please have your unit’s serial number available when you contact Best Power.
(In the United States and Canada, you can call Worldwide Service toll-free at 1-800-356-5737.)
You can also get more information about Best Power products using Best Power’s Fax-on-Demand service
(U.S.A. and Canada only) or World Wide Web site:
Fax on Demand:
1-800-487-6813 (U.S.A. and Canada)
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200 UPS Features
The drawings below will help you identify the features on your UPS and separate battery cabinets.
Back Panel of Standard Units*
Back Panel with Optional Internal Bypass
On/Off Switch
DB9 Comm. Port
Output
Receptacles
(optional)
On/Off
Switch
Bypass
Switch
DB9
Comm.
Port
Power Cord
(optional)
Battery Cabinet
Connector
(behind plate)
Optional
Output
Receptacles
are installed
here
Battery Cabinet
Connector
(behind plate)
* Only one FERRUPS model is shown; sizes vary. The unit shown is a soft-wired (plug-in) model with output receptacles;
some units do not have a power cord, plug, or output receptacles.
Battery Cabinet Back Panel
Move
Up or
Increase
Value
DC
UPS Display
(Battery Power)
On/Off Switch
Enter
Alarm Light
Battery Cabinet
Connection Box
Battery Light
Line
(AC Input)
Light
Move
Down or
Decrease
Value
Left Scroll
Top or
Right
Scroll
Escape
and
Alarm
Silence
Button
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300 Starting the UPS
Note: If you plan to store your UPS, the storage temperature must be between –20° and +40° Celsius (–4° and
+104° Fahrenheit). If the UPS does not have internal batteries, you can store it at –20° to +60° C (–4° to
+140° F). The batteries must be recharged every 90-120 days. To recharge the batteries, start the
UPS and let it operate for 8 hours. (If the batteries are in a separate cabinet, make sure the
cabinet is connected to the UPS.)
Before you start the UPS, make sure the temperature is 0° to 40° Celsius (32° to 104° Fahrenheit). The relative
humidity must be 0-95% without condensation. The air must be free of dust, chemicals that corrode, or other
contaminants, and it must be free to move around the UPS.
CAUTION
To avoid possible equipment damage or personal injury, assume that the FERRUPS terminals or receptacles
(outlets) may have AC voltage present whenever AC input voltage or DC battery voltage is supplied.
FERRUPS can provide output voltage from its batteries even when there is no AC input voltage. When AC
input voltage is available, FERRUPS can provide output voltage even when its batteries are disconnected. To
make sure there will be no UPS output voltage, always disconnect the AC input source; if you have a separate
battery cabinet, you must also shut off the DC switch or disconnect the battery cabinet from the UPS.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, install the UPS in a temperature-controlled indoor area free of conductive
contaminants.
When the UPS is shipped, two sections of the front panel are not attached. Attach the front panel
sections before starting the UPS.
When you receive the FERRUPS, two sections of the front panel
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2
are not attached. You will find the panel sections in the packing
material on the top of the UPS.
Attach the smaller of the two panels to the middle section. To do
this, fit the slots on the back of the panel over the metal tabs on the
front of the UPS. Then, push the panel in until it snaps in place.
Make sure the panel is completely attached with no gaps between
the panel and the UPS. Attach the larger of the two panels to the
bottom section of the UPS.
If your UPS is not a soft-wired (plug-in) model, an electrician must install the UPS and connect the
equipment you want to protect. See the FERRUPS Installation Manual. After the UPS has been installed,
If your UPS is a soft-wired (plug-in) model, turn off the equipment you want to protect.
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Models with permanently attached power cords (shown):
Plug in the UPS. If the plug on the UPS’ power cord does not
match your outlet (receptacle), an electrician must install the
proper outlet.
3
Models with power cords that must be plugged in:
Do not use the cord that came with your UPS to plug it in; this
cord is for connecting your equipment to the UPS. Your computer,
or the equipment that you want to protect, should have a power
cord that you can unplug or disconnect. Disconnect this cord from
your equipment, connect the cord to the back of your UPS, and
use it to plug in the UPS. Once you have plugged in the UPS, the
green light on the front panel should be on. (If you need to order a
UPS power cord, call the nearest Best Power office.)
If your FERRUPS has one or more separate battery cabinets, the battery
packs should already be installed. (See the Installation Manual.) Find
the red DC switch on the back of each battery cabinet. Insert the key into
the DC switch and turn it all the way to the right (clockwise); then, pull
the switch out to turn the DC on. When you want to turn the switch off,
simply push it in — you do not need the key to turn DC off.
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5
DC Switch
Off
On
At the UPS back panel, press and hold the On/Off switch until the unit
starts. AC input power must be present for the FERRUPS to start.
When the unit starts, it runs on battery power briefly; then, the green
light on the FERRUPS front panel will be on to show the unit is
running on AC line input. Whenever the yellow light is on, the unit is
running on battery power because of a power outage or power problem.
When the green light is on, the display will show the following:
On/Off
Switch
Best Power
System Mode Auto
Charger On
Green
Line (AC Input)
Light
FERRUPS automatically charges the batteries
whenever AC input power is available. If this is the first time
you’ve started the FERRUPS, let it charge the batteries for 8 hours
before you go on. You can use the UPS right away, but its battery
backup time (runtime) will be shorter until the batteries are fully charged.
LINE
If your unit has a bypass switch, check for a red button next to the switch
(shown). If the bypass switch has a red button, press it, then turn the switch
to “UPS.” If not, simply turn the switch to “UPS.”
SERVICE
OFF
UPS
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6
If your UPS has output receptacles/outlets on the back panel
(shown) or on an attached internal bypass switch, plug the
equipment you want to protect into the UPS’ receptacles.
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If you used the cord from your own equipment to plug in the
plug your equipment into the FERRUPS. If the power cord for
the equipment you want to protect is permanently attached to
the equipment, you may have an electrician wire the provided
plug to the cord.
Power cord
from the
equipment
you want to
protect.
Switch on the equipment connected to the FERRUPS.
Note: If the UPS sounds an alarm and the display shows
“Output Overload,” the equipment needs more
power than the FERRUPS is designed to provide.
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9
“UPS”
FERRUPS comes with a CheckUPS software package that
lets you connect the FERRUPS to your computer and
monitor UPS operation and power conditions. During longer
power outages, CheckUPS also can shut down your computer
automatically before the UPS runs out of battery backup time.
To start using CheckUPS, find the interface cable packed
with your CheckUPS software. Connect the “UPS” end of
this cable to the FERRUPS’ port, and connect the other end
of the cable to your computer.
To your
computer
To install the CheckUPS software, see the instructions in the CheckUPS CD case.
The FERRUPS is now providing continuous, computer-grade power to your equipment. It is ready to
provide battery backup power when needed. Please fill out the warranty registration card in this manual
and return it to Best Power within ten days of installation.
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11
When you first start the FERRUPS, you should set the time and date so that the unit’s logs keep an
accurate record of FERRUPS operation. After you set the time and date once, FERRUPS’ real-time
clock keeps time even when the the UPS has been completely shut down. To set the time and date,
follow these steps:
a. First you must enter the User password (377). To do this, follow these steps:
•
Press the bottom right button (below
“Menu” on the display) to switch from
the standard display to the menus. The
display will show “1 Enter Password.”
Press ¿. The display will show “0000”
in the third line.
Notice the blinking cursor under the
first 0. Press the button under “–>”
once so the cursor is under the second
1 1
Enter Password
0000
•
•
<–
–>
ESC
0. (“–>” is on the bottom line of the display.) Then, press the s button until this number
increases to 3.
•
•
Press “–>” again to move to the third digit, and press the s button until this digit increases to 7.
Change the final digit to 7 as well.
The final display should show “0377”; once it does, press ¿. “User” will appear in the upper
right corner of the display to show that you have entered the User password.
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b. Press the t button twice until the display shows “3 System Status Info.”
c. Press ¿ once. The display will now show “3
1 Unit Time.”
3 1
d. Press ¿. A cursor will appear in the time
Unit Time
time
<–
01:15
–>
shown.
ESC
e. Notice that the bottom line of the display has
changed to “<– –> ESC” to show you that
you can now use the bottom three buttons to
move left, move right, or escape. Use these buttons to move the cursor to each digit you need to
change, and use the s and t buttons to increase or decrease each digit. Use 24-hour time (add 12 to
the hour if the time is after noon). Press ¿ to save the setting.
Example: If the time shown is 12:07, and the actual time is 3:15 PM, enter 15:15. Start by pressing
the button below –> to move to the “2,” and press s three times to increase this to “5.”
The third line of the display is now “Time 15:07.” Press the button below –> to move to the
third digit (after the :), and press s once to increase this to “1.” Next, press the button
below –> again to move to the next digit, and press t twice to decrease this to “5.” When
you have finished, press ¿ to save the setting.
f. Now, press t once to scroll down to “Unit
Date.”
3 2
Unit Date
date
<–
g. Press ¿. A cursor will appear in the line
01/01
–>
“Date 01/01”. (This line may show a dif-
ferent date.)
ESC
h. As you did with the time, use the buttons
below <– and –> to move to the left and
right, and use the s and t buttons to increase or decrease the value of each digit in the date.
Example: If the date now shown is 01/01, and you would like to change it to 07/06/98, you would use –>
to move to the second digit and presss six times to increase it from “1” to “7.” Then, you
would move to the fourth digit and change that to “6.” Since the other digits match the date you
want to enter, you do not need to change the other digits.
i. When the display shows the correct date,press ¿, and the FERRUPS date will change.
j. Now, press t once to scroll down to “Set
Unit Year.” Press ¿. A cursor will appear in
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the year. As you did with the time and date,
use the buttonsbelow <– and –> to move to
the left and right, and use the s and t but-
tons to increase or decrease the value of
each digit in the year.
Unit Year
year
<–
1998
–>
ESC
k. When the display shows the correct date,
press ¿, and the FERRUPS year will change.
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400 Using the FERRUPS’ Front Panel Lights
The FERRUPS display includes three lights that show you the status of FERRUPS operation.
Alarm Light
Battery Light
Line
(AC Input)
Light
The red Alarm light means the UPS has detected a problem. When this happens, the display shows an alarm
The yellow Battery light means the UPS is operating on battery power, either because there is a power outage
or because the available AC input power is not usable. When this happens, the display shows “On Battery,” the
runtime, and the battery voltage. (You can press the bottom right buttton to switch to the menu display; see
Section 501.) The UPS will continue to run on battery power until the power problem ends or the UPS’ batteries
discharge. If the batteries discharge, the UPS will sound alarms shortly before shutting down.
The green AC Line light means the UPS is using the available AC input power. The UPS conditions the power
before providing output to your equipment. While the FERRUPS is using AC input power, it displays “System
Mode Auto” and whether the battery charger is on or off. You can press the bottom right button to switch to the
500 Using the Display
This section explains how you can use the FERRUPS’ front panel display to get more information about
FERRUPS operation or to change settings. You can use the display to enter a password, display and change
system settings (parameters), and display system logs.
501 Displaying and Moving through the Menus
The FERRUPS display groups information in 7 different menus. See the Menu Map on page 11; the items
numbered 1-7 in the left column of this diagram are the top-level menus. For example, 2 System Status is the
System Status menu. To the right of this menu in the Menu Map, you will notice a list of items that are part of
this menu. Some menus, like menu 5, System Config, have submenus (Gen Sensitivity; Sys Test, Inv, Chg;
System Mode Control; Alarm and Shutdown; and Calibration Factors). Others simply have lists of items directly
below the top level menu.
When you start the UPS, the display shows “Best
Power,” the mode, and whether the charger is on or off.
To change to the menu display, press the bottom right
1
Enter Password
s
t
ESC
button (below the word “Menu” on the bottom line of
the display). The display will show the top level in the
first menu (1, Enter password) as shown in the
drawing. Ten minutes after you last press a button, the
display will switch out of menu mode and show the
normal display (see Section 400).
Top
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To scroll down through menus or menu items in the same level:
Press the t button on the right side of the display.
To scroll up through menus or menu items in the same level:
Press the s button. You can also look at the bottom line of the display, which includes the words “Top”
and “ESC.” The button under the word “Top” will take you to the top of the list of items in the menu
level.
Example: When you switch to the menu display, the display shows the top item in the top level (1,
Enter password). To scroll down to menu 2 (System Status), press the t button. Press this
button again to scroll down to menu 3 (System Status Info), and so forth. To scroll back up to
menu 1, press s twice or press the button below “Top.”
To display the items in a menu or submenu:
Go to the display that represents the menu or submenu, and press the ¿ button.
Example: The interface starts at the top item in the top level (1, Enter password). If you scroll down to
menu 2, the display shows “System Status.” To display the items in the System Status menu,
press ¿. You can then scroll down and back up through the items in this menu.
To move back up a menu level:
Notice that the bottom line of the display shows “Top” and “ESC.” If you press the button under “ESC”
(the right button below the display), the display goes back to the next higher menu level.
502 Displaying a Parameter by Entering the Parameter Number
For service purposes, parameters are also assigned sequential numbers (1-337). If you know a parameter number
and want to go directly to that parameter, you can use menu 7 in the top level menus (Parameters) to display the
parameter. Simply follow these steps:
1. Scroll down to menu 7, and press ¿. The third line of the display will change to “parameter = 000,” and the
bottom line of the display will change to “<– –> ESC” to show the functions of the three buttons below
the display.
7
Enter A Parameter
parameter # 000
<–
–>
ESC
2. Use the <– and –> buttons to scroll through the digits to the left and right, and use the s and t buttons to
increase or decrease the value of each digit. When the three digits show the number of the parameter you wish
to display, press ¿.
Example: To display parameter 32, you need to change the three digits (000) to “032.” Since you do not
need to change the first digit, press the button below –> to move the cursor to the second digit.
Then, press s three times to increase the second digit to “3.” Next, move to the third digit, and
press s twice to increase this digit to “2.” Now, the display shows “parameter = 032.” Press ¿.
The parameter’s short name and value will appear on the third line of the display.
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Menu map for the User Interface
Key
= Scrolling using up (s) and down (t) arrow buttons.
= Enter (¿ ).
1 Enter password
Enter password
2 1 System Control
2 2 System Mode
2 3 Mode Flags
2 4 Charger Mode
2 5 Show Alarm Code #1 2 8 Test Control
2 6 Show Alarm Code #2 2 9 Test Results
2 7 Transfer Code
2 10 Alarm Test
2 System Status
3 1 Unit Time
3 2 Unit Date
3 3 Unit Year
3 5 AC Output Volts
3 6 AC Input Current
3 7 AC Output Current
3 8 VA Out
3 9 Watts Out
3 13 Battery Volts
3 14 Run Time
3 15 Unit Ambient Temp
3 16 EEPROM Stat Word
3 System Status
Info
3 10 % Full Load
3 11 Power Factor
3 12 Output Frequency
3 4 AC Input Volts
4 1 Model Number
4 2 Serial Number
4 3 Unit ID
4 4 Software Version
4 5 Brown Out Level
4 6 Battery Amp Hours
4 7 Nominal Frequency
4 8 Nominal AC V Out
4 9 Rated VA
4 10 Rated Watts
4 System ID
5 1 1 Low Input Freq
5 1 2 High Input Freq
5 1 3 Slew Rate
5 1 5 Line Delta
5 1 9 Circuit Brkr Trip
5 1 10 Line Cord Limit
5 1 Gen.
5 System Config
5 1 6 Transfer Delay
5 1 7 Low AC Out Delay
5 1 8 Line Full Load I
Sensitivity
5 1 4 Line Glitch Count
5 2 1 Battery Test Intvl
5 2 2 Battery Test Time
5 2 3 1st Date of Test
5 2 4 Battery Test Lngth
5 2 5 Kll
5 2 6 Phase Offset
5 2 7 VLLo
5 2 9 Run Time K Fact 2
5 2 10 Run Time K Fact 4
5 2 11 CC Minutes
5 2 17 Low Chrg Voltage
5 2 18 Float Chrg Voltage
5 2 19 High Chrg Voltage
5 2 20 Charger On Delay
5 2 21 Install Equalize
5 2 Sys Test,
Inv, Chg
5 2 12 CV Hours
5 2 13 Charger Rating
5 2 14 Chrg Shortval Days
5 2 15 Chrg Duration Hrs
5 2 16 Aux Chrg Volts On
5 2 8 Run Time K Fact
5 3 1 EPO Mode
5 3 2 EPO De-Bounce
5 3 3 EPO Delay
5 3 5 Alarms Enable
5 3 6 Set Relay Mask 1
5 3 7 Set Relay Mask 2
5 3 8 BestPort Baud
5 3 9 BestDock Baud
5 3 10 Config BestDock
5 3 System
Mode
Cntrol
5 3 4 Startup Mode
5 4 1 Low Vout Shut Down 5 4 3 High Vbatt Alarm
5 4 5 Ambient Temp Alarm
5 5 7 AC Iin Cal Fac
5 4 Alarm and
Shutdown
5 4 2 Low Vbatt Alarm
5 4 4 Low Run Time Alarm
5 5 1 AC Vin Cal Fac
5 5 2 AC Vout Cal Fac
5 5 3 AC Iout Cal Fac
5 5 4 DC Vout Cal Fac
5 5 5 Amb Temp Cal Fac
5 5 6 Zero Amb Cal Fac
5 5 Calibration
Factors
6 1 1 System Hours
6 1 8 Maximum VA
6 1 9 Minimum Iout
6 1 10 Maximum Iout
6 1 11 Minimum Amb Temp 6 1 18 Maximum Pct Load
6 1 12 Maximum Amb Temp 6 1 19 Minimum Power Fact
6 1 13 Minimum Frequency 6 1 20 Maximum Power Fact
6 1 14 Maximum Frequency
6 1 15 Minimum Kwatts Out
6 1 16 Maximum Kwatts Out
6 1 17 Minimum Pct Load
6 System Logs
6 1 Data Logs
6 1 2 Minimum V Battery
6 1 3 Maximum V Battery
6 1 4 Minimum AC Vin
6 1 5 Maximum AC Vin
6 1 6 Minimum AC Vout
6 1 7 Maximum AC Vout
6 2 Inverter Log
6 3 Alarm Log
6 2 1 - 6 2 16 are the log entries. The first entry is the most recent. See Section 506.
6 3 1 - 6 3 16 are the log entries. The first entry is the most recent. See Section 506.
7 Parameters
Enter A Parameter: parameter = 000 [Enter the parameter number to view or change.]
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503 Entering a Password
Before you can change the setting of some FERRUPS parameters or menu items, you must enter a password. To
do this, follow the steps below. The User password is 0377.
1. If the display is not already showing the menus, press the bottom right button (below the word “Menu” on the
bottom line of the display). Go to the top item in the top menu level, “Enter Password.” (If you are not sure
2. Press ¿. The display will show the following:
1 1
Enter Password
0000
<–
–>
ESC
A cursor will appear in the “0000” line of the display.
3. The bottom line of the display will show you which buttons to use to move through the password’s digits
(0000) to the left (<–) and to the right (–>). Move the cursor to the first digit you want to change, and use the
s and t buttons to increase or decrease the number. Repeat this step for each digit that needs to be changed.
4. When the number matches the password you want to enter, press ¿. The password name (such as “User”) will
appear in the upper right corner of the display to remind you which password has been entered. If you begin
entering a password and decide not to enter it, press the bottom right button on the display (the button under
“ESC” for escape).
Example: To enter the User password (377), use the button below “–>” to move to the second digit in
“0000”; then, press the s button three times to increase this digit to “3.” Next, press –> to move
to the third digit, and press s seven times to increase this digit to “7.” Then, press –> again to
move to the last digit, and press s seven times to increase this digit to “7.” The display should
now show “0377.” This is the User password. Press ¿. “User” will appear in the upper right
corner of the display to show you the User password has been entered.
504 Changing a Parameter Setting
Some of the items that you can view on the front panel display can be programmed (such as the time, date, and
year). To do this, follow the steps below. (If you are changing the time and date, see step 10 in Section 200.)
Note: You must enter a password before programming many of the menu items. To find out which password is
1. If the display is not already showing the menus, press the bottom right button. Find the item you want to
change in the Menu Map (page 11). This tells you where the item is in the menu structure. Next, use the s,
t, and ¿ buttons to move to the item you wish to change. If you are not sure how to do this, see Section 501.
2. Press ¿. If you can change the item without a password (or with the password you have already entered), a
cursor will appear in the value that you can change. The bottom line of the display will change to
“<– –> ESC”. Use the buttons below “<–” and “–>” to move the cursor to the left and right, and use the
button below “ESC” to escape and discard any changes you have made. See the drawing on the next page,
which shows what the display would look like if you were changing the time.
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3 1
Unit Time
time
<–
0000
–>
ESC
3. Move the cursor to the first digit you want to change, and use the s and t buttons to increase or decrease the
number. Repeat this step for each digit that needs to be changed.
4. When you have finished, press ¿ to save the new setting. If you decide not to change the setting, press the
bottom right button below the word “ESC” on the display.
505 Parameters
The tables below provide a brief description of the parameters in the first four menus (Enter password, System
Status, System Status Info, and System ID). The tables also list the range of each parameter and the password
required to change its settings. Menu 5 (System Config) is mainly for service use. Section 506 explains the logs
in menu 6, and Section 503 explains how to use menu 7.
Menu 1: Enter Password
Item and Sample Password to
Range
Explanation
Display
Change
1
None
0000-9999 The password level. Passwords are required to change the settings of
some parameters. See the “Password to Change” column in this table
to determine which parameters require passwords for changes and
which passwords are required. Once you enter a password, the pass-
word name appears in the upper right corner of the display. See
Section 503.
Enter Password
0000
Menu 2: System Status
Item and Sample Password to
Range
Explanation
Display
Change
2 1
User
List
On: The UPS is on and operating normally.
Off (Normal) and Off (Low Power): Both modes turn the UPS off, but
Off (Normal) allows communication with the UPS.
Reboot: This turns the UPS off. If AC input is available, the UPS
restarts after a brief delay. During a power outage, the UPS remains
off until AC input power is available.
System Control
syscon
Sleep (Normal) and Sleep (Low Power): Both modes turn the UPS
off, but Sleep (Normal) allows communication with the UPS.
2 2
System Mode
sysmode
User
User
List
Auto: Normal operating mode. Off: The UPS is off, but you can use
the display panel. Line Cond: The UPS is on but cannot switch to
battery power. Batt Power: The unit is using battery power. Batt
Maint: The unit is on but cannot switch to battery power (used for
battery replacement).
2 3
Mode Flags
modeflags
0-0XFFFF This is a hexadecimal system mode value used by CheckUPS
software.
2 4
No change
allowed.
List (see
The charger mode This may be periodic (Period), constant current
Charger Mode
chgmode Const
explanation). (Const), constant voltage (Const V), or maintenance (Maint).
2 5
No change
allowed.
0-0XFFFF This is a hexadecimal alarm status value used by CheckUPS
software.
Show Alarm Code #1
almcode1 0000 hex
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Menu 2: System Status (continued)
Item and Sample Password to
Range
Explanation
Display
Change
2 6
No change
allowed.
0-0XFFFF
List
This is a hexadecimal alarm status value used by CheckUPS
software.
Show Alarm Code #2
almcode2 0000 hex
2 7
Transfer Code
xfercode
No change
allowed.
This parameter shows why the UPS transferred from AC input
power to battery power. (Possible causes are system/battery test,
brownout, line loss, manual, frequency, or reset.)
2 8
Test Control
testcon
User
List
List
This parameter provides control of the system test.
2 9
Test Results
tresults
No change
allowed.
This parameter shows the results of the last system test.
2 10
Test Alarm
testalarm
None
Not
applicable.
By pressing ¿ while displaying this parameter, you can start a User
Test alarm to make sure the FERRUPS alarms properly or to test
alarm contacts at the DB9 communication port. By pressing ¿ again,
you can stop the User Test alarm.
Menu 3: System Status Info
Item and Sample Password to
Range
Explanation
Display
Change
3 1
Unit Time
time 01:15
User
0001-2459
record alarms and battery power operation in its logs. (See Section
3 2
Unit Date
date = 07/08
User
User
0101-1231
1994-2130
Date. The FERRUPS uses this date to record alarms and battery
3 3
Year.
Unit Year
year 1998
3 4
AC Input Volts
acvin 120 V
No change
allowed.
65-300
65-300
The input voltage the FERRUPS is receiving. When this value drops
below the brownout voltage, the FERRUPS switches to battery
power.
3 5
No change
allowed.
The voltage the FERRUPS is providing to your equipment.
The current the FERRUPS is drawing from the AC input source.
The current your equipment is drawing from the FERRUPS.
AC Output Volts
acvout 120 V
3 6
No change
allowed.
1.0-900.0
1.0-900.0
AC Input Current
aciin 16.7 A
3 7
No change
allowed.
AC Output Current
aciout 16.7
3 8
VA Out
vaout 2 KVA
No change
allowed.
Not
applicable.
Volt-amperes out. The total apparent power your equipment is
drawing from the FERRUPS. This value is based on parameter 3 4
multiplied by parameter 3 6.
3 9
Watts Out
watts 1.4 kW
No change
allowed.
Not
applicable.
Watts out. The total real power your equipment is drawing from the
FERRUPS.
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Menu 3: System Status Info (continued)
Item and Sample Password to
Range
Explanation
Display
Change
3 10
% Full Load
No change
allowed.
Not
applicable.
Percent of Full Load. The percentage of the FERRUPS’ total
capacity that your equipment is using.
pctfload 90 %
3 11
Power Factor
powerfact 0.70
No change
allowed.
Not
applicable.
The power factor of your equipment; the difference in the way it
draws voltage and current. Power factor equals Watts Out (parameter
3 8) divided by VA Out (parameter 3 7).
3 12
Output Frequency
freqout 60.4 Hz
No change
allowed.
Not
applicable.
During normal operation, this is the frequency of power the
FERRUPS is receiving from the AC input source. If this value falls
outside preset limits, the FERRUPS goes to battery power. When the
FERRUPS is running on battery power, this is the frequency the
FERRUPS is supplying to your equipment.
3 13
Battery Volts
vbatt 48.51 V
No change
allowed.
10.00-70.00 The FERRUPS battery voltage. the FERRUPS will alarm if this
value is too low or too high.
3 14
Run Time
runtime 12 m
No change
allowed.
Not
applicable.
The estimated runtime remaining, that is, the amount of time the
FERRUPS will continue to support your equipment when the
FERRUPS switches to battery power. The FERRUPS will alarm if
this value falls below a preset limit.
3 15
Unit Ambient Temp
ambtemp 23.0 c
No change
allowed.
0.0-150.0
The temperature (in Celsius) inside the FERRUPS. The FERRUPS
will alarm and shut down if this value is too high.
3 16
No change
allowed.
Not
applicable.
A code used to identify the EEPROM configuration of parameters
and logs.
EEPROM Stat Word
eeword 0000 hex
Menu 4: System ID
Item and Sample Password to
Range
Explanation
Display
Change
4 1
Model Number
mdlnum
No change
allowed.
5-9999
The FERRUPS model number.
4 2
No change
allowed.
0-99999999 Your FERRUPS unit’s serial number.
Serial Number
serialno 12345678
4 3
Unit ID
unitid 0002
No change
allowed.
0-9999
This value is used by CheckUPS software.
4 4
No change
allowed.
0-9999
The version of unit software that your FERRUPS is using.
Software Version
sftwver 1.15
4 5
Service
User
74.4-192.0
The AC input voltage at which the FERRUPS will switch to battery
power.
Brown Out Level
brownlvl 79.8 V
4 6
10.0-1000.0 The AC input voltage at which the FERRUPS will switch to battery
power.
Batt Amp Hours
batamphr 31.0 hrs
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Menu 4: System ID (continued)
Item and Sample
Display
Password to
Change
Range
Explanation
4 7
User
50 Hz or
60 Hz
The FERRUPS unit’s nominal input and output frequency.
Nominal Frequency
nomfreq 60 Hz
4 8
User
200-260
.30-30.00
2-20
The nominal AC output voltage the FERRUPS supplies to your
equipment.
Nominal AC V Out
nomacvo 120 V
4 9
Rated VA
ratedva 2 KVA
Service
Service
The apparent power (VA or volt-amperes) that your FERRUPS is
capable of supplying.
4 10
Rated Watts
ratedwts 1.4 KW
The real power (watts) that your FERRUPS is capable of
supplying.
506 Reading the FERRUPS Logs
Your FERRUPS makes an entry in its logs every time it sounds an alarm or runs on inverter (battery
power). This information can help diagnose power problems. You can display both the Alarm and Inverter
logs at the unit’s display panel; both logs are in menu 6.
Inverter Log
The Inverter Log is in menu 6, submenu 2. To display the log, follow these steps:
1. Press the bottom right button (below “Menu” on the display) to switch from the normal display to
the menus. The display will show the top menu, “1 Enter Password.”
2. Press t five times (until the display shows “6 System Logs”).
3. Press ¿. The display will show “6 1 Data Log.”
4. Press t once. The display will show “6 2 Inverter Log.”
5. Press ¿. The display will show the first entry in the inverter log.
The log stores up to 16 entries. You can use the s and t buttons to scroll up and down through the log
entries. Each entry shows the inverter code, then the date the unit ran on inverter, the time it ran on inverter
(in 24-hour time), and the duration (in hours, minutes, and seconds.) For example, one entry might look like
this:
l 0205 0951 001505
In this example, “l” means the FERRUPS went to battery power because it lost AC input power. (See
the table on the next page.) If the unit was still running on inverter (battery power), there would be an
asterisk (*) after the “l.” “0205” means the date of the battery power operation was February 5 (2/5).
“0951” means the inverter ran at 9:51 a.m. “001505” means the inverter ran for 0 hours, 15 minutes,
and 5 seconds.
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These are the inverter codes:
Inverter Code
Meaning
Explanation
t
b
l
System Test The FERRUPS went to inverter to test the batteries.
Brownout AC input voltage was too low.
Line Loss AC input power was lost.
m
f
Manual
Frequency Input frequency was too high or too low.
Reset The FERRUPS system was reset.
The inverter was started manually (by changing the system mode, parameter 2 3).
r
Alarm Log
The Alarm Log is in menu 6, submenu 3.
If you have already displayed inverter log entries, press the bottom right button to display “6 2 Inverter
Log,” and press t once to scroll down to the alarm log. Then press ¿.
If not, follow the steps below to display the log, follow these steps:
1. Press the bottom right button (below “Menu” on the display) to switch from the normal display to
the menus. The display will show the top menu, “1 Enter Password.”
2. Press t five times (until the display shows “6 System Logs”).
3. Press ¿. The display will show “6 1 Data Log.”
4. Press t twice. The display will show “6 3 Alarm Log.”
5. Press ¿. The display will show the first entry in the alarm log.
The log stores up to 16 entries. You can use the s and t buttons to scroll up and down through the log
entries. Each entry shows the alarm code, then the alarm date, the alarm time (in 24-hour time), and the
duration (in hours, minutes, and seconds.) For example, one entry might look like this:
a 0205 0951 001505
In this example, “a” means the FERRUPS sounded alarm A (Low Battery). (See the alarm table in
Section 600.) If the alarm was still active, there would be an asterisk (*) after the “a.” “0205” means
the alarm sounded on February 5 (2/5). “0951” means the alarm sounded at 9:51 a.m. “001505” means
the alarm was active for 0 hours, 15 minutes, and 5 seconds.
600 Alarms
Alarm Light
When the FERRUPS detects an alarm condition, it
• sounds the Morse Code for the the alarm letter,
• lights up the red light on the front panel display,
• displays an alarm message.
A Low Battery
vbatt 40.00 V
lowbatv 40.08 V
minbattv 38.34
When this happens, follow these steps:
1. Check the display to find out which alarm the
FERRUPS is sounding. You can also listen to the
Morse Code to determine which alarm the
Alarm Silence Alarm Clear
FERRUPS has detected. The parameters shown
below the alarm message give you more information about the alarm condition. You can use the s and t
buttons to scroll up and down through these parameters. To find out if more than one alarm is active, press
¿
. This switches the display between alarm messages. To silence an alarm, press the left button below
the display.
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2. Find the alarm in the table below, and follow the instructions in the third column of the table. To clear an
alarm when the problem has been solved, press the middle button below the display. If the problem that
caused the alarm is still present, the alarm will sound again after a short delay.
Alarm Message
Morse
Code
What It Means
How to React
A Low Battery
vbatt 40.0 V
lowbatv 41.0 V
minbattv 38.34
• —
(A)
The UPS has shut down because the battery Before this alarm sounded, you should have
voltage is too low for the UPS to continue
operating on battery power. The battery
received a Low Runtime alarm (D) to warn you
to shut down your equipment. Shortly after
charge is low because the UPS was running acceptable AC input power returns, the UPS will
on battery power or because the DC switch automatically restart and begin recharging the
on one or more separate battery cabinets was batteries. Once the UPS restarts, you can restart
off.
your equipment and resume normal operation.
C High Battery
vbatt 60.01 V
hibatv 59.6 V
— • — • The battery voltage is too high. There may
Phone Best Power’s Worldwide Service or the
nearest Best Power office.
(C)
be a problem with the parameter settings,
batteries, or charging circuit.
maxbattv 60.01 V
D Low Runtime
runtime 0 m
— • •
(D)
The unit is running on battery power, but the Shut down your equipment and the UPS to
amount of time that it can continue to do this conserve battery power. When AC input power
lowruntm 3 m
is low.
returns, turn the FERRUPS on again. If you
leave the FERRUPS on after this alarm sounds,
it will soon sound alarm A and shut down, and it
will automatically restart when AC input power
returns.
E Low AC Out
acvout 220 V
lowvoshdn 0 V
maxva 0.00 KVA
•
(E)
The UPS has shut down because AC output Shut down your equipment or bypass the UPS,
voltage is low.
and turn the UPS off. Phone Best Power’s
Worldwide Service or the nearest Best Power
office.
F High AC Out
acvout 250 V
• • — •
(F)
The UPS has shut down because AC output Phone Best Power’s Worldwide Service or the
voltage is high.
nearest Best Power office.
maxacvo 251 V
G Output Overload
pctfload 105 %
— — •
(G)
Your equipment is drawing more power
(watts) than the UPS is designed to provide. disconnected from the UPS. To determine how
(See your model’s watt rating.) The unit will much equipment needs to be disconnected, you
The least important equipment should be
shut down after 2 minutes.
can shut off the equipment one device at a time
until the alarm stops.
H High Ambient
Temp
ambtemp 75.0 c
atmpalrm 70.0 c
• • • •
(H)
The temperature inside the unit is too high. If If the UPS has shut down, call Best Power’s
the temperature continues to rise, the UPS
will eventually shut down.
Worldwide Service or the nearest Best Power
office. If not, correct the cause of the high
temperature, and make sure nothing is blocking
the UPS vents. If you cannot correct the
problem, call Best Power’s Worldwide Service
or the nearest Best Power office.
I Check Power
Supply
• •
(I)
There is a problem with the housekeeping
supply inside the UPS. If the green light on
the UPS front panel is blinking, the UPS has
switched to Line Condition mode, which
means it cannot operate on battery power. If
this happens, the UPS will not be able to
supply output power during a power outage.
Phone Best Power’s Worldwide Service or the
nearest Best Power office.
J User Test Alarm • — — — You can start a User Test alarm by displaying To stop the User Test alarm, press any button on
parameter (number 2 13) and pressing ¿.
(J)
the front panel.
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Alarm Message
Morse
Code
What It Means
How to React
K Circuit Breaker
Warning
— • —
(K)
Your equipment is drawing more current
The least important equipment should be
(amps) than the UPS is designed to provide. disconnected from the UPS. To determine how
(See your model’s output current rating.) The much equipment needs to be disconnected, you
unit will shut down; the time until shutdown can shut off the equipment one device at a time
Shutdown
depends on the amount of overcurrent.
until the alarm stops.
M Check Battery
vbatt 50.00 V
batamphr 85.0 hrs
runtimek 0.55
— —
(M)
The batteries have failed the automatic test. If the UPS has separate battery cabinets, make
sure the DC switch is on at each cabinet. If it is,
or if the UPS has no separate battery cabinets,
phone Best Power’s Worldwide Service or the
nearest Best Power office.
N Check Inverter
vbatt 50.00 V
— •
(N)
The UPS has detected a problem in the
inverter, which is the circuitry that allows the nearest Best Power office.
UPS to run on battery power. The UPS will
Phone Best Power’s Worldwide Service or the
not be able to run on battery power.
O Memory Check
mdlnum 5
— — — The UPS has failed the automatic memory
Shut down your equipment or bypass the UPS,
and turn the UPS off. Phone Best Power’s
Worldwide Service or the nearest Best Power
office.
(O)
test. This problem could be caused by a
microprocessor problem.
P Emergency
Power Off
EPO Mode = 2
• — — • The Emergency Power Off feature has been To restart the UPS, press the On/Off button on
(P)
the back of the FERRUPS. Then, press any
button at the front panel.
Installation Manual.)
Q Check MOV’s
R Check Fan
— — • — The UPS has detected a problem with an
Phone Best Power’s Worldwide Service or the
(Q)
MOV (Metal Oxide Varistor) inside the unit. nearest Best Power office.
• — •
(R)
The UPS has detected a problem with the
rotation of its internal fan.
Phone Best Power’s Worldwide Service or the
nearest Best Power office.
700 Communication
701 Communication Options
Best Power offers several methods of communicating with your FERRUPS:
CheckUPS Software: Each FERRUPS unit ships with CheckUPS power monitoring and unattended
shutdown software. To begin installing CheckUPS, see the instructions in the
CheckUPS CD case.
CheckUPS uses an RS-232 serial link to communicate with the FERRUPS, and it
provides you with up-to-date graphics of UPS power and system data and power
flow. CheckUPS also gives you a complete record of critical power events, and it
notifies you of important UPS or power information. If there is a power outage and
the FERRUPS battery power becomes low, CheckUPS can automatically shut down
your computer system before the UPS Low Battery shutdown to protect your data.
RS232
Communication:
You can connect a terminal or a computer with terminal emulation software to the
FERRUPS’ communication port. This allows you to receive information from the
FERRUPS or send commands in order to display and program parameters. For more
information, call the nearest Best Power office.
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Optional Interface Kits:
For computer systems that already have UPS monitoring software, Best
Power offers interface cable kits for connecting the FERRUPS to your
computer system. The kit includes the cable, adapters, and instructions.
Optional Internal Bestlink™
SNMP/Web Adapter:
Using Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), system
administrators can easily monitor and manage remote UPS units that protect
key network devices like servers, routers, and hubs. Best Power’s SNMP
Adapters provide a self-contained link between the FERRUPS and an
Ethernet or Token Ring LAN/WAN. The adapters allow the system
administrator to communicate with the FERRUPS even after the protected
device goes down. The SNMP adapter displays over 60 Management
Information Base (MIB) variables to give the system administrator
information about UPS operation.
BestDock™
FERRUPS has a communication slot that allows quick installation of an optional
SNMP card.
Emergency Power
Off (EPO):
You can connect your FERRUPS to your Emergency Shutdown switch to provide a
method for emergency FERRUPS shutdown. This connection shuts down the
FERRUPS output. See the Installation Manual to make the connection.
702 DB9 Port Pin Functions
The table below explains the functions of the pins on the FERRUPS’ DB9 port. This port is on the
FERRUPS’ back panel. The functions of pins 1 and 2 change depending on the communication mode.
When you receive the UPS, it is set up for RS232 mode. However, if you want to use the alternate
functions of pins 1 and 2, you can change the mode by following the steps on the next page.
Pin Function
1
In RS232 mode, this pin receives incoming RS232 communication data.
In Extended Contact Mode, this pin can cause a remote shutdown. If the UPS is using battery power and a
+12-volt DC signal is applied to this pin for 5 seconds, the UPS will shut down 20 seconds later. When the
power outage ends, the UPS will automatically restart after 15 seconds. Signal and shutdown times and
automatic restart are programmable; for more information, call the nearest Best Power office.
2
3
In RS232 mode, this pin sends outgoing RS232 communication data.
In Extended Signal mode, this pin indicates Inverter (On Battery) Status. When the UPS is using battery
power, this pin produces a +12 VDC signal. When the UPS is not using battery power, this pin produces a -12
VDC signal.
Normally Open On Battery Contact. This is a normally open contact that closes (pulls to Common) 15 seconds
after the UPS switches to battery power.
4
5
Common. This is the signal ground for all signal pins.
Normally Open Low Battery Alarm Contact. A normally open contact that closes (pulls to Common)
during a Low Battery or Low Runtime alarm. The FERRUPS can be programmed to close this contact during
other alarms. See the item 5 3 5 in the menu 5 3 System Mode Control.
6
7
PnP Sense. This pin senses the Microsoft Plug and Play (PnP) request from the PC.
Remote Shutdown. If this pin is shorted to common for at least 5 seconds while the UPS is operating on
battery power, the UPS shuts down after 120 seconds (2 minutes).
8
9
Normally Closed On Battery Contact. A normally closed contact that opens (releases from Common) 15
seconds after the UPS switches to battery power.
Normally Open Bypass Switch Status Contact. A normally open contact that closes (pulls to Common)
whenever the UPS is being bypassed through a bypass switch.
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1. a. Press the bottom right button (below “Menu” on the display) to switch from the normal display to
the menus. The display will show the top menu, “1 Enter Password.”
b. Press t four times (until the display shows “5 System Config”).
c. Press ¿. The display will show “5 1 System Config.”
d. Press t twice. The display will show “5 3 System Mode Control.”
e. Press t seven times. The display will show “5 8 Extend Signal Mode.”
f. Press ¿. A blinking cursor will appear in the setting.
2. A setting of 0 means the UPS is in RS232 communication mode. 1 means the UPS is in Extended
Signal mode. The bottom line of the display shows “<– –> ESC”. Use the buttons below “<–” and “–>”
to move to the left and right, and use the button below “ESC” to escape and discard any changes you have
made. Use the s and t buttons to increase or decrease the value of the digit.
3. When you have changed the setting, press ¿ to save the change.
800 Maintenance and Service
801 Regular Maintenance
Best Power designed your FERRUPS to provide years of trouble-free operation. Its microprocessor will
check the batteries and inverter at programmable intervals to ensure proper operation. In fact, you’ll
probably find that your FERRUPS requires less maintenance than any of your other computer peripherals.
Nevertheless, your FERRUPS does require some attention in order to provide you with excellent service.
Best Power recommends that you schedule a Preventative Maintenance check at least every six months. At
this check, the service technician should follow Best Power’s Recommended Maintenance Schedule, which
includes the following:
• Inspect and clean the unit.
• Inspect and record the alarm and inverter logs.
• Check the batteries.
• Check the AC and DC meter functions and recalibrate if necessary.
• Perform a system test.
• Check and record the values of the parameters in menu 3 on line and on inverter.
The technician must observe important safety precautions while performing these checks. For more
information on what your technician should do in a Preventative Maintenance check, or to schedule Preventative
Maintenance with a Best Power-authorized field service representative, call Best Power’s Worldwide Service.
We’ll be happy to help you.
802 Service and Support
Best Power has an outstanding customer service department. Please feel free to call, write, or fax the
nearest Best Power office if you have a problem or question about your FERRUPS. Please have your model
number and serial number when you call. This information appears on a label on the FERRUPS back panel.
You can also get this information by displaying the serial number on the front panel display. If you are
requesting repair under warranty, please include proof of purchase and purchase date in your correspondence.
Call Best Power for instructions before returning a unit or component. (See the beginning of this manual for a
list of Best Power offices.)
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900 Specifications
Model
0800-2000
0800-3000
0800-4500
0800-6000
0800-7500
2 kVA/1.4 kW
3 kVA/2.1 kW
4.5 kVA/3.2 kW
6 kVA/4.2 kW
7.5 kVA/5.3 kW
AC Input Voltage
and Current
110 = 22 amps
115 = 22 amps
120 = 22 amps
127 = 22 amps
208 = 12 amps
220 = 12 amps
230 = 12 amps
240 = 12 amps
110 = 30 amps
115 = 30 amps
120 = 30 amps
127 = 30 amps
208 = 16 amps
220 = 16 amps
230 = 16 amps
240 = 16 amps
110 = 40 amps
115 = 40 amps
120 = 40 amps
127 = 40 amps
208 = 20 amps
220 = 20 amps
230 = 20 amps
240 = 20 amps
208 = 28 amps
220 = 28 amps
230 = 28 amps
240 = 28 amps
208 = 36 amps
220 = 36 amps
230 = 36 amps
240 = 36 amps
Recommended Input
Service for 60 Hz U.S.
Models*
120 = 30-amp
208 = 15-amp
240 = 15-amp
120 = 40-amp
208 = 20-amp
240 = 20-amp
120 = 50-amp
208 = 25-amp
240 = 25-amp
208 = 35-amp
240 = 35-amp
208 = 45-amp
240 = 45-amp
Output Voltage and
Maximum Output
Current in Amps**
120 = 16 amps
127 = 15 amps
208 = 9 amps
220 = 9 amps
230 = 8 amps
240 = 8 amps
120 = 25 amps
127 = 23 amps
208 = 14 amps
220 = 13 amps
230 = 13 amps
240 = 12 amps
120 = 37 amps
127 = 35 amps
208 = 21 amps
220 = 20 amps
230 =19 amps
240 = 18 amps
120 = 50 amps
127 = 47 amps
208 = 28 amps
220 = 27 amps
230 = 26 amps
240 = 25 amps
120 = 62 amps
127 = 59 amps
208 = 36 amps
220 = 34 amps
230 = 32 amps
240 = 31 amps
Efficiency on AC Line
90%
90%
90%
89%
89%
On Line BTU/hour:
kW/hour:
703
0.206
1024
0.300
1427
0.418
1707
0.500
2116
0.620
Audible Noise (dB)
<45 dB
<45 dB
<45 dB
<45 dB
<45 dB
Typical Standard
Runtime (minutes)
Full Load: 11 minutes
Half Load: 23 minutes
17 minutes
36 minutes
10 minutes
22 minutes
16 minutes
38 minutes
12 minutes
27 minutes
Weights:
No Internal Bypass,
Standard Batteries:
280 lbs. (127 kg)
327 lbs. (148.3 kg)
350 lbs. (158.8 kg)
383 lbs. (173.7 kg)
410 lbs. (186 kg)
563 lbs. (255.4 kg)
590 lbs. (267.6 kg)
635 lbs. (288 kg)
Internal Bypass,
Standard Batteries:
303 lbs. (137.4 kg)
662 lbs. (300.3 kg)
Battery Cabinet,
Standard Batteries:
FBT21
235 lbs. (106.6 kg)
355 lbs. (161 kg)
418 lbs. (189.6 kg)
660 lbs. (299.4 kg)
235 lbs. (106.6 kg)
355 lbs. (161 kg)
418 lbs. (189.6 kg)
660 lbs. (299.4 kg)
235 lbs. (106.6 kg)
355 lbs. (161 kg)
418 lbs. (189.6 kg)
660 lbs. (299.4 kg)
235 lbs. (106.6 kg)
355 lbs. (161 kg)
418 lbs. (189.6 kg)
660 lbs. (299.4 kg)
235 lbs. (106.6 kg)
355 lbs. (161 kg)
418 lbs. (189.6 kg)
660 lbs. (299.4 kg)
FBT22
FBT31
FBT32
UPS Dimensions
(without bypass)
(H x W x D)
27.25 x 13.5 x 28.5 inches
30.5 x 13.5 x 25 in
775 x 347 x 635 mm
38.75 x 13.5 x 32.5 inches
985 x 345 x 825 mm
695 x 345 x 725 mm
UPS Dimensions with
Internal Bypass
28.6 x 13.5 x 35 inches
730 x 345 x 890 mm
31.9 x 13.5 x 31.5 in
810 x 347 x 800 mm
40.1 x 13.5 x 39 inches
1020 x 345 x 990 mm
(H*** x W x D)
Battery Cabinet
FBT21, FBT22: 27.25 x 13.5 x 28.5 in. (695 x 345 x 725 mm); add 2.6 in/66 mm to depth for connection box.
Dimensions (H x W x D) FBT31, FBT32: 38.75 x 13.5 x 32.5 in. (985 x 345 x 825 mm); add 2.6 in./66 mm to depth for connection box.
* Size input protection according to all applicable local or national codes. Fuse and circuit breaker sizes vary. Sizes shown are for the
U.S. and Canada.
** At 0.7 leading or distortion power factor. Size output protection according to all applicable local or national codes.
*** Height includes switch.
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AC Output with Nominal Input Power and Loads (Protected Equipment)
Voltage Regulation: ±3% load regulation. Total voltage regulation under any line, load, or battery
condition to within –8.3% and +5% of nominal.
Input Voltage Range: At low voltages: 85-135 VAC. At high voltages: 165-275 VAC.
Overload Capability: 150% surge and 125% for 10 minutes.
Sine-wave Power:
FERRUPS provides sine-wave, computer-grade power with 5% or less total
harmonic distortion at rated load. It meets or exceeds CSA C22.2 No. 107.1.
Output Frequency:
On line: 60 Hz or 50 Hz.
On inverter: 60 Hz or 50 Hz ±0.1 Hz. Output frequency tracks input line
frequency up to limit, which is adjustable from ±0.1 Hz to ±5 Hz. FERRUPS
switches to battery power if line frequency exceeds the selected limit.
Lightning and Surge Protection
Tested in accordance with ANSI/IEEE C62.41 Category A (6000 volt spike and 200 amp) and
Category B (6000 volt spike and 3000 amp) test, and ANSI/IEEE C62.45 test procedures, and per
EN61000-4-4 and EN 61000-4-5.
Isolation and Noise Rejection
Isolation, Including Output Neutral-to-Ground Bonding:
FERRUPS provides a true separately derived power source as defined by National Electrical
Code Article 250-5d, with output neutral bonded to ground. There is no direct connection
between input and output.
RF Noise Isolation: Common Mode: £ 120 dB. Differential Mode: ³ 60 dB.
Environment
Operating Temperature: Operating: 0° to 40° Celsius (32° to 104° F) and 95% relative humidity.
Storage Temperature:
UPS with batteries inside: –20° to +40° Celsius (–4° to 104° F).
UPS without batteries: –20° to +60° Celsius (–4° to 140° F).
See Section 200.
Relative Humidity:
0-95% without condensation.
High Altitude Operation: The maximum operating ambient temperature drops 1° C per 300 m above
sea level (2°F per 1000 ft. above sea level). Maximum elevation is 3000 m
(10,000 ft.).
Ventilation:
The air around the UPS must be clean, dust-free, and free of corrosive
chemicals or other contaminants. The FERRUPS uses internal fans to
circulate the air for cooling. The air must be free to circulate around the
UPS and battery cabinet(s).
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Protection
DC Input:
DC fuse and battery charger overvoltage limit network.
Output Protection:
The ferroresonant transformer inherently limits current and provides overload
protection. FERRUPS has high AC and low AC output voltage alarms, as well
as an overload alarm. If the AC output voltage falls below the low AC output
voltage alarm setpoint, the unit will alarm after 5 seconds. If the AC output
voltage falls below the low AC output shutdown setpoint, the unit will alarm
and shut down.
Batteries and Battery Charger
Standard batteries are sealed, gas recombinant, and lead-acid, especially designed for UPS use.
2 kVA to 7.5 kVA: Nominal battery voltage is 48 VDC. The standard battery charger is rated at 10
amperes at 48 VDC.
Optional battery chargers at higher current ratings are available. Call the nearest Best Power office for
more information.
Agency Listings and Compliance
60 Hz Models: UL and cUL listed, NOM certified. 2-3 kVA soft-wired (plug-in) models comply with
FCC Class B and ICES Class B. Hard-wired 2-3 kVA models and all 4.5-7.5 kVA
models comply with FCC Class A and ICES Class A.
50 Hz Models: TÜV certified, CE. 2-3 kVA models comply with EN 50091-2 Class B. 4.5-7.5 kVA
models comply with EN 50091-2 Class A.
1000 Warranty
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY
Standard Warranty For All Purchases
BEST POWER, a division of General Signal Power Systems, Inc. (hereinafter called BEST POWER)
warrants that each product sold by BEST POWER is compatible with existing commercially available
computer equipment with enclosed power supplies and is free from defects in materials and workmanship
under normal use and service. This warranty is applicable only to the initial retail purchaser
(PURCHASER), and is not transferable. The duration of this warranty is two (2) years from the date of the
first retail sale or the date of delivery to the PURCHASER, whichever occurs first, subject to the following
conditions.
If the PURCHASER discovers within the duration of this warranty a failure of the product to perform
compatibly with presently existing computer equipment or a defect in material or workmanship, the
PURCHASER must promptly notify BEST POWER in writing within the duration of the warranty or not
later than one month after expiration of the warranty. BEST POWER’s obligation under this warranty is
limited to the replacement or repair, subject to the conditions specified below, of such product returned
intact to BEST POWER which shall appear to BEST POWER, upon inspection, to have been either
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incompatible or defective. Replacement or repair will be made at BEST POWER’s Worldwide Service,
Highway 80, Necedah, Wisconsin 54646, U.S.A. Such repair or replacement shall be at BEST POWER’s
expense. This warranty does not cover any taxes which may be due in connection with replacement or
repair, nor any installation, removal, transportation or postage costs. These expenses will be paid by
PURCHASER. If BEST POWER is unable to repair or replace the product to conform to this warranty
after a reasonable number of attempts, BEST POWER will refund the purchase price. Remedies under this
warranty are expressly limited to those specified above.
TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, BEST DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS
PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. TO THE
EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, BEST POWER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF
PROFITS, INJURIES TO PROPERTY, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY ASSOCIATED
EQUIPMENT.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so that the above limitation on
duration of implied warranties may not apply to you. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
You are advised to consult applicable state laws.
No warranty is made with respect to other products sold by BEST POWER which do not bear the name
BEST POWER, and no recommendation of such other product shall imply or constitute any warranty with
respect to them. This warranty does not cover repair or replacement because of damage from unreasonable
use (for example only, damage from road hazard, accident, fire or other casualty, misuse, negligence, or
incorrect wiring) and any use or installation not in conformance with instructions furnished by BEST
POWER, or repairs or replacements needed because of modifications or parts not authorized or supplied by
BEST POWER.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Transient Voltage Surge Suppression Circuitry
(For U.S. and Canadian Purchasers Only)
BEST POWER, a division of General Signal Power Systems, Inc. (“BEST POWER”) hereby warrants the
transient voltage surge suppression circuitry in each FERRUPS®, FORTRESS®, PATRIOT®, UNITY/I™,
CITADEL®, or SPIKEFREE product (hereinafter called “Product”) sold by it for installation in the United
States of America and Canada to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and
service for the lifetime of the Product, beginning with the date of sale to the initial retail purchaser, subject
to the following conditions. This warranty is applicable only to the initial retail purchaser (hereinafter
called PURCHASER), is not transferable, and is limited to the following remedies:
1. The replacement or repair of the transient voltage surge suppression circuitry in each Product that is
returned intact to BEST POWER and which shall appear to BEST POWER upon inspection to have
been defective in material or workmanship or to have been damaged through normal use;
2. The reimbursement to the PURCHASER of up to $25,000 per occurrence of documented physical
damage to specified computer equipment connected to a Product where such damage could have been
prevented by transient voltage surge suppression circuitry as detailed in BEST POWER’s specification
for the Product sold.
This warranty is made in addition to BEST POWER’s Limited Two Year Warranty.
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This warranty does not include any taxes which may be due in connection with replacement or repair nor
any installation, transportation or postage costs. These expenses will be paid by PURCHASER.
Replacement or repair will be made at BEST POWER’s Worldwide Service, Highway 80, Necedah,
Wisconsin 54646, U.S.A.
This warranty does not cover repair or replacement because of damage from unreasonable use (damage
from road hazards, accident, fire or other casualty, misuse, negligence, incorrect wiring) and any use or
installation not in conformance with instructions furnished by BEST POWER, or repairs or replacements
needed because of modifications or parts not authorized or supplied by BEST POWER.
This warranty is operable only upon the written acceptance by BEST POWER of an application by the
PURCHASER on BEST POWER’s standard form for the above warranty coverage for the Product sold. In
such application, the PURCHASER shall represent that the Product sold has been properly installed and
grounded in accordance with instructions received from BEST POWER, and the PURCHASER shall also
specify the computer equipment to which the Product sold has been connected and the location of the
computer equipment. This warranty will not apply to any equipment not specified in the application by the
PURCHASER as protected equipment.
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY AND BEST POWER’s LIMITED TWO
YEAR WARRANTY, BEST POWER MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, AND TO THE EXTENT
ALLOWED BY LAW, BEST DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
REMEDIES UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT OF PRODUCTS AND THE REIMBURSEMENT SPECIFIED ABOVE, AND TO THE
EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW ANY CLAIMS FOR LOSS ARISING OUT OF THE FAILURE OF
PRODUCTS TO PERFORM FOR ANY PERIOD OF TIME, OR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER ECONOMIC LOSS ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so that the above limitation on
duration of implied warranties may not apply to you. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
You are advised to consult applicable state laws.
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1100 Notices
2-3 kVA Soft-wired (Plug-in) and 50 Hz Models:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B device
pursuant to part 15 of FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when this equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This Class B interference causing equipment meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference
Causing Equipment Regulations ICES-003.
Cet appareil numerique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel
brouileur du Canada.
4.5-7.5 kVA Models and Hard-wired 60 Hz 2-3 kVA Models:
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device
pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when this equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This Class A interference causing equipment meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference
Causing Equipment Regulations ICES-003.
Cet appareil numerique de la Classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel
brouileur du Canada.
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