System Installation Manual

PSI16083760-001

(16.0kW, -48VDC, +ve Earth)

Installation Manual
V3.0

Enatel Ltd.
66 Treffers Road
Christchurch 8042
New Zealand

Phone +64-3-366-4550
Fax +64-3-366-0884
Email [email protected]
www.enatel.net

Copyright © Enatel Ltd. 2009 - 2012

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Receiving Instructions ......................................................................................................... 3

2 Scope .................................................................................................................................. 4
3 System Overview ................................................................................................................ 4
4 Installation ........................................................................................................................... 5
4.1 Unpacking & Installing in Frame ................................................................................... 5
4.2 Positioning & Fixing of the Cabinet ............................................................................... 5
4.3 AC & DC Cable Access ................................................................................................ 5
4.4 AC Cabling ................................................................................................................... 5
4.4.1 Upstream Over-current Protection ......................................................................... 6
4.5 DC Cabling ................................................................................................................... 6
4.6 Alarm/Ancillary Cabling ................................................................................................ 8
4.7 Alarm Mapping to Volts-free Relays ............................................................................. 9
4.8 Circuit Breaker Fail Monitoring ................................................................................... 10
5 LVD Operation .................................................................................................................. 10
6 Commissioning.................................................................................................................. 11
7 Maintenance...................................................................................................................... 17
System ................................................................................................................................. 17
Monitor ................................................................................................................................. 17
Rectifiers............................................................................................................................... 17
Batteries ............................................................................................................................... 17

Appendix 1 Enatel Essential System Set-up Parameters......................................................... 18

Appendix 2 AC Input Transient Protection ............................................................................... 20
Appendix 3 Rectifier Input Fuse Curves .................................................................................. 22
Appendix 4 System Wiring Diagram ........................................................................................ 23

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1 RECEIVING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: For your protection, the following information and the product manual should
be read and thoroughly understood before unpacking, installing and using the
equipment.

We present all equipment to the delivering carrier securely packed and in perfect condition.
Upon acceptance of the package from us, the delivering carrier assumes responsibility for its
safe arrival to you. Once you receive the equipment, it is your responsibility to document any
damage the carrier may have inflicted, and to file your claim promptly and accurately.

Package Inspection
• Examine the shipping crate or carton for any visible damage: punctures, dents and any
other signs of possible internal damage.
• Describe any damage or shortage on the receiving documents and have the carrier sign
their full name.

Equipment Inspection
• Within fifteen days, open crate or carton and inspect the contents for damages. While
unpacking, be careful not to discard any equipment, parts or manuals. If any damage is
detected, call the delivering carrier to determine the appropriate action. They may require
an inspection.
Save all the shipping materials for the inspector to see!
• After the inspection has been made and you have found damage, call us. We will determine
if the equipment should be returned to our plant for repair or if some other method would be
more expeditious. If it is determined that the equipment should be returned to us, ask the
delivering carrier to send the packages back at the delivering carrier’s expense.
• If repair is necessary, we will invoice you for the repair so that you may submit the bill to the
delivering carrier with your claim forms.
• It is your responsibility to file a claim with the delivering carrier. Failure to properly file a
claim for shipping damages may void warranty service for any physical damages later
reported for repair.

Handling
Handle the equipment with care. Do not drop or lean on front panel or connectors. Keep away
from moisture.

Identification Labels
Model numbers are clearly marked on all equipment. Please refer to these numbers in all
correspondence with Enatel.

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2 SCOPE
This manual covers essential information for the installation and commissioning of the Enatel
Integrated DC Power System, Enatel part number PSI16083760-001.
System set-up for the rectifiers, alarms etc., are provided in separate manuals for the SM36
(hereafter denoted as SM3x) Supervisory Module and RM2048 rectifiers.
All installation and maintenance must be carried out by suitably qualified personnel.

3 SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The Enatel DC Power System model PSI16083760-001 has a maximum power output of
16.0kW producing a maximum current output of 333A/-48.0V (296A/-54.0V).
All the AC, DC (Load and Battery) connections are made at the front/top of the unit. The SM3x
Supervisory Module is mounted on the front door of the system, so alarm connections are easily
accessible by opening the door.
The system is designed to be simple to install and set up.
The following is a summary of the system:
- Overall size is 600mm wide x 1800mm high x 600mm deep
- Up to 8x 41.7 amp (-48V) RM2048 rectifiers (may be packaged separately)
- SM36 supervisory module (Door mounted)
- Battery Low Voltage Disconnect fitted as standard (400A rating)
- Low Priority Load Disconnedt (200A rating)
- 3x 125A Battery Circuit Breakers (35mm2 Terminals)
- 5x High Priority DC Load Circuit Breakers
- 4x Low Priority DC Load Circuit Breakers
- 63A 3-pole AC Input Circuit Breaker
- 3-phase AC Input Surge Suppression (40kA Type 2 Surge Suppression)
- System weight is approximately 160kg (unpacked, without rectifier modules)

Note: This system is supplied with the AC and DC earths connected. The standard system
output has the DC Common in the positive side of the circuit (+ve earth system). The
earth link can be removed from the system to isolate earths. Please see the relevant
section.

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4 INSTALLATION
4.1 Unpacking & Installing in Frame
Upon unpacking, check that the unit is not damaged, and that you have the required number of
rectifiers.
Manoeuvre packaged system as close as possible to the installation area prior to unpacking so
that there is less chance of damage to the system whilst being moved. The equipment is
suitable for being moved with a normal pallet truck while still packaged.
Unpack the Power Cabinet and prepare to stand it up in its installed position.
4.2 Positioning & Fixing of the Cabinet
Once in its final installed position, mark the mounting bolt holes in its base on the floor. These
holes are 18mm diameter so that insulating bushes can be fitted if required. Recommended
fixing bolts should be 12mm to 17mm diameter. Once the holes are marked, move the cabinet
away and drill the holes for the fixing bolts.
Move the cabinet back in position. Check the cabinet is level and aligned.
After leveling, bolt the cabinet to the floor.

4.3 AC & DC Cable Access

Access to the input and output power terminals is from the front, behind the door, and top of the
system. The AC cables and DC Common (+ve) cables are on a DIN rail just behind the circuit
breakers etc. Access to this set of terminals can be enhanced by removing the top cover. Fig. 1
below illustrates the top view of the power cabinet, showing top cover design and cable
entrance glands.

Fig. 1 Cabinet top view

4.4 AC Cabling
This system is wired to accommodate a 3-phase input with nominal voltage of 220V. The 63A 3-
pole AC Input Circuit Breaker and Neutral and Eart terminals are clearly visible upon opening
the door (see Error! Reference source not found. below). The phase inputs are terminated
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directly into the AC Input Circuit breaker, and the neutral & earth wires are terminated directly
into the terminals. The terminals can accept up to 35mm2 cables. Feed the AC cables into the
cabinet from the top and then terminate to the breaker and terminals. Take care not to run the
AC cables close to the DC cables. It they must do so, try to cross them over at right-angles.

Fig. 2 AC Input

4.4.1 Upstream Over-current Protection

There are two considerations to take into account when selecting an appropriate fuse/circuit
breaker.
- The upstream protection should protect the downstream cable from overload situations.
- Discrimination should be maintained with the downstream device fuses.
(i) Cable Rating
Due to having maximum of eight rectifier modules fed by three phases, the maximum current
drawn by the DC power system is 36A on Phase 1, and 24A on Phases 2 & 3 (12A per rectifier
at a minimum input voltage of 175Vac and full output power. At 230V input, each rectifier draws
9.3A at full load). The upstream protection device must be able to supply this load under all
conditions without tripping. Therefore, typically at least 20% headroom is allowed for in the
protection device, making its minimum rating >45A/ph. Note that the AC Input circuit breakers
fitted in the system are rated for 32A.
Note: The current carrying capacity of cables is dependent on the type of cable used. Please
check with your local supplier and local wiring regulations for exact requirements and for
appropriate sizing.
(ii) Discrimination
Discrimination ensures that the upstream circuit breaker or fuse does not blow if a rectifier input
fails (short circuit). Therefore it is important to ensure the upstream protection discriminates with
the internal fuse of the rectifier. The fuse used in the RM2048 is a slow-blow 15A fuse. The
tripping curve for this is shown in APPENDIX 1 at the rear of this manual.

4.5 DC Cabling
CAUTION: Use extreme care when fitting batteries & their connections. Remove all jewellery
and rings from oneself prior to commencing the installation. Always use insulated
tools when fitting batteries and take extreme care not to short terminals when
working on them.

Note: For improved access, remove the top cover.

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All live DC connections are made directly into the tops of the circuit breakers, which are shown
in Fig. 3. Common connections are made to the common busbar accessible from the top of the
system.

Fig. 3 DC Load Distribution

The load circuit breakers have 25mm2 tunnel terminals, except the 100A load breaker which has
a 35mm2 terminal. The Battery breakers (125A) also have 35mm2 terminals. The small wires in
the in the output of the load circuit breakers are for circuit breaker fail monitoring and should
remain in place with the DC power cables installed.
Battery live (-ve) connections are fitted to the tops of the 3x 125A MCBs. Battery breaker fail
detection is done via sensing cables that go in each battery breaker.

Fig. 4 Battery breakers

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Common (+ve) connections for both load and battery common connections are made to the
Common Busbar at the top of the cabinet.

4.6 Alarm/Ancillary Cabling

Alarm and communication cables terminate directly to the SM3x Supervisory Module behind the
system door (see Fig. 5). The SM3x is mounted on the front door of the system to provide easy
access to the alarm and interface terminals. See the SM3x manual for further connection
details.

LCD display

SM36
controller

Fig. 5 Supervisory Module Positioning on Rear of Door

Please also see the system wiring schematic at rear of this manual for more details about the
cable connections to the controller .
When routing the cables, ensure they are kept away from the AC and DC power cables when
possible.
The relay states labelled “Normally Open” or “Normally Closed” are for their de-energised state.
If an alarm is programmed for the relay to be normally energised (as may be possible in the
case of a low voltage alarm where loss of power will put the alarm into its active state), then be
sure to connect the remote wiring appropriately. Also, if a customer requires that the failure of
the relay should also constitute an alarm, then ALL alarm relays must be set as “normally
energised”.
For full SM36 functionality and operation information, refer to the SM36 Manual.

Temperature Sensors
The temperature sensors are supplied coiled up in the cabinet as shown in Fig. 6.

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 Battery
Temperature
Sensor

Fig. 6 Temperature Sensor

Uncoil the battery temperature sensor (usually coiled up inside the system) and place in the
middle of the middle battery string. If the lead is not long enough, ordinary 2-core copper
(approx. 0.75mm2) wire can be used as an extension. The purpose of the battery temperature
sensor is to monitor the ambient temperature of the batteries over long periods of time and
adjust the rectifier output (float) voltage accordingly.
As a result, it is not necessary to have the temperature sensor touching the batteries. If the
Battery Temperature Sensor is removed a “battery temp fault” alarm is generated.
If a room (or ambient) temperature sensor is supplied (optional), uncoil it and situate it in a
position in the room that will give an indication of average room temperature. A room
temperature sensor is generally used if the batteries are in a separate room to the power
system.

Connecting via Computer

For remote communications and direct computer connection to the System, refer to the SM3x
Manual. These connections can be made via the mini-USB port on the front panel of the
monitor (computer connection to the SM36), and the Ethernet port (SM36 web & SNMP based
communications only).
Note that the very first time a computer is linked to the SM3x via the USB port, the USB drivers
will need to be loaded onto the computer. This only needs to be done once. The computer
needs to have Microsoft’s .NET framework loaded. These drivers and the .net software are
included in the CD that is supplied with the system. If you do not have access to the CD, then
this can be downloaded from the Dealer section of the Enatel website (www.enatel.net).

4.7 Alarm Mapping to Volts-free Relays

The SM36 has six voltage-free alarm relay outputs as standard. For full functionality and
operation information, refer to SM36 Monitor Manual.
Note that on all systems, Relay 1 is pre-configured as the “Monitor Fail” alarm. This alarm
activates if the monitor has a hardware fault or if software becomes corrupted.
All other relays can be mapped to different alarm conditions. The SM3x Manual details how
these may be changed. On the standard System, alarms are preconfigured as follows:

SM36 Relay 1: Monitor Fail (not possible to change this setting)

SM36 Relay 2: Non-urgent Summary Alarm
SM36Relay 3: Urgent Summary Alarm
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SM6 Relay 4: Spare
SM6 Relay 5: Spare
SM6 Relay 6: Spare

As mentioned, if these mappings are not appropriate, they can be changed in the field to suit
customer requirements.

4.8 Circuit Breaker Fail Monitoring

Load circuit breakers are monitored electronically via a diode to a digital input on the SM36. The
digital input will trigger an alarm when it is pulled to the system common (positive) rail. This
means that to operate the load must be connected. In this way, false alarms are avoided when
no load is connected and the load circuit breaker is in the “off” position.
NOTE: This means that a residual voltage will be measured at the load terminal even when the
circuit breaker is turned off. This is high impedance and does not present a hazard to
the user
The battery circuit breakers however, use auxiliary contactors to detect tripping or whether they
are turned off. With the use of auxiliaries, the breaker will always give a “fail/off” alarm
whenever it is in the “open/blown” state, regardless of whether a battery is connected or not.

5 LVD OPERATION
This system is configured with two Low Voltage Disconnect contactors. One is in the battery
side of the circuit (see wiring diagram at rear of this manual), and other is used for Low Priority
Load disconnection
If the SM3x supervisory module is powered from both the rectifier side of the LVD contactor and
battery source (through the Auxiliary power supply), when the low voltage threshold is reached
and the battery LVD disconnects the battery, the SM3x will lose voltage sense (as voltage
sense is measuring rectifier bus voltage) but will still maintain operation for system monitoring.
The LVD contactors will not re-engage until the rectifier power is restored (i.e., until the DC bus
voltage is restored).
LVD adjustments/settings are all made from the SM3x. See the SM3x manual for details.
The LVD contactors are Normally Closed contactor type. This means that they don’t need to be
energized unless they are in the Open state.

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6 COMMISSIONING
Use the following set of instructions as a guide, unless different procedures are recommended
by local authorities.
Note: Refer to APPENDIX 1 to check important System Set - Up parameters while
commissioning.
Pre-check:
1. No more building work to be carried out in site to avoid concrete and plaster dust being
ingested into rectifiers and systems.
2. System installation is completed.
3. Battery and load circuit breakers are turned off, and upstream AC has been turned off (i.e.,
system is completely de-powered).
4. Rectifier modules have been fitted into their shelf positions, and pulled forward enough to
disconnect them from the system.
Note: This system is supplied with the AC and DC earths connected. This system has DC
Common in the Positive side of the circuit (+ve earth system). Before connecting the
Batteries or Rectifiers ensure that Earthing is correct for your application.
5. Turn on AC upstream and check that voltages from phase to neutral are as expected.

Rectifier Start-up
1. Turn the upstream AC circuits on.
2. Fully insert first rectifier, wait for the rectifier to start and its power on LED to remain green.
3. Check the SM3x powers up, and indicates the system default float voltage (approx. 54V on
its display). If the audible alarm activates, press any SM3x button to silence it.
4. If a different system float voltage has been specified, set this at this time using the
procedure specified in the SM3x Manual (either from the front panel or connected
computer).
5. Fully insert the rest of the rectifiers ensuring they power up with only their green “power on”
LED illuminated.
6. Check that the load and battery currents on the SM3x are 0 amps (+/- 1 or 2 amps).
7. Check that all SM3x configuration settings are correct (as per customer specification) with
respect to:
- Voltage levels
- Alarm settings
- Alarm mappings to the volts-free relays
(refer to the SM3x manual for information on how to check these via the front panel or
locally connected computer).

Battery Start-up
Note: It is preferable that battery circuit breaker connections should be made when the
rectifiers are turned on and the system is “live”. This is because the system voltage
and battery voltages will be similar, thus minimising any arcing during connection. This
also prevents high current arcing due to the charging of the rectifier output capacitors.
1. Power up only one rectifier initially (to limit any damage if any connections are incorrect).
Ensure temperature compensation is disabled for this procedure
2. Measure the voltage across each battery string at the terminals of the System, and note he
voltage. Ensure that the reading from the DC Common bus to the Battery Live Terminals is -
48V or -60V or +24V as per System specification.
3. Turn on each battery circuit breaker in succession while measuring the each battery voltage.
And ensure that the voltage increases slightly to the system Float Voltage (typically the
voltage will increase from 2 to 3V below float to float voltage. At this point the batteries will
be drawing some current to bring them to a full state of charge.

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 Note: If you have only one rectifier on, then it may go into current limit during this time. This
is a good time to check off/confirm the rectifier current limit operation. To speed up the
battery recharge, simply turn more rectifiers on.

Load Start-up
1. Ensure downstream load connections have been made and there are no loose/floating load
cables.
2. Turn on load circuit breaker, ensuring that the downstream equipment is being powered up
as expected.
3. Ensure the system float voltage on the SM3x is at the level previously noted.
4. Ensure the load current is at a level expected (could be zero if loads downstream have not
been connected).

Note: Prior to leaving the system after it has been commissioned, ensure all AC, DC and
battery circuits are off. If it is required that the system is to be left on (to power load
equipment, ensure rectifiers are left in their powered up state, and batteries are in circuit.
This will prevent anyone leaving the batteries only powering the load (in which case the
batteries would go flat).

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DC System Commissioning Check List
DC SYSTEM COMMISSIONING CHECK-LIST

Site Name:__________________________ Date:_______________

Tests Without Batteries Connected Measured/ Results

Setting

Check Float Voltage Meter:______ __________ V /

Check Load Current Meter:______ __________ A /

Alarms:

Voltage thresholds can either be checked using an external power supply, or by

adjusting the SM3x float voltage 0.1V above (or below for the low voltage alarms). It
is recommended to have the batteries disconnected.
1. Adjust the supply/float voltage to 55.7V & observe the “High Float” alarm.
2. Adjust the supply/float voltage to 57.7V & observe the “High Load” alarm.
3. Adjust the supply/float voltage to 52.7V & observe the “Low Float” alarm.
4. Adjust the supply/float voltage to 46.9V & observe the “Low Load” alarm.

High Load Volts (urgent) 57.6V __________ V /

High Float Volts (non-urgent) 55.6V __________ V /

Low Float Volts (non-urgent) 52.8V __________ V /

Low Load Volts (urgent) 47.0V __________ V /

Depending on the test load available, it may be necessary to adjust the High Load
Current alarm threshold down to suit. For example, with a 200A test load, adjust the
High Load Current threshold (use SM3x Config. software, click on the “Alarms/
(Levels)”) to 120A (3 rectifiers at full current). Then simply apply the 130A load and
observe the alarm change state.
Once the test is complete, be sure to rest the High Load Current to its previous value
(or check with the customer for the correct value they require).

High Load Current (urgent) __________ A /

Temperature alarm tests are performed by heating up (using a heat gun or other
source) and cooling down (using an aerosol can of freeze, or a tub of ice) the
temperature sensors. Note that when the Battery Condition Monitor is used, there is
one sensor per battery string. The SM3x uses the average of these temperatures as
the “Battery Temperature”. Therefore, all the sensors need to be heated / cooled at
the same time.

Battery Temperature High (urgent) __________°C /

Battery Temperature Low (non-urgent) __________°C /

Room Temperature High (non-urgent) __________°C /

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 Room Temperature Low (non-urgent) __________°C /

When an AC Monitoring PCB is not fitted at system level the AC Fail alarm is
generated from the rectifiers. The rectifiers sense if AC is present, and extend an AC
fail alarm to the SM3x. Therefore, to test this alarm, simply turn off one of the rectifier
AC breakers. To allow the monitor to continue to read the alarms there must be DC
present on the output of the system.
As this causes the rectifier output to cease, a Rectifier Fail alarm is also generated.
To generate the Urgent Rectifier Fail, turn off the required number to make this occur
(usually set to 1, but check via the SM3x Config software for the setting (under the
“Rectifier Control” section for the “Control” tab)).

AC Fail (urgent) Urgent /

Rectifier Fail (non-urgent) Non-urgent /

Urgent Rectifier Fail (urgent) No. Modules:____ /

To check Load MCB fail, connect a load, but with no load turned on. Then switch the
breaker to it’s off position and turn on some load (any amount will do). This will
cause the alarm to occur as the load side to the circuit will be taken to system
common voltage. Turn off the load, and then return the breaker to its on position.

Load MCB Fail (urgent) /

A Battery MCB Fail alarm is generated from the voltage measured across the battery
MCB.
Therefore, to check a Battery MCB Fail alarm, simply open one of the battery MCB’s.
If the batteries are connected to the system, the alarm may take some time to raise
an alarm. (Refer to circuit breaker monitoring section for more details)

Battery Fuse Fail (urgent) /

To check the Surge Protection Failed alarm, simply pull one of the MOVs out. This
switches a micro-switch within the SPD unit. Once pulled, observe the alarm, and re-
insert the MOV block and observe the alarm clear.

MOV (SPD) Fail (urgent) /

A Rectifier Off Normal alarm is generated with the rectifier enters a state that may
degrade its performance (e.g., a single fan fail), or a state that is outside of normal
operating conditions (e.g., high temperature, or current limit).
You can observe an Off Normal alarm when the system is placed in current limit, or
you may wish to stop a fan to generate the alarm. The best way to stop a fan is to
use a small cable tie (non-metallic), and push it approximately 1cm through the
rectifier grille.

Rectifier Off Normal (e.g., fan failed) (non-urgent) /

Tests with Batteries

• Set Vf to equal battery voltage

• Connect battery/batteries
• Check the correct Battery Capacity (Ahrs) has been entered (SM3x Config.,

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 “Charge” tab). This is the total capacity, so for two 100Ahr strings in parallel,
this should be 200.
• Go to SM3x Config, “Control” tab. Set the Battery Charge Current Limit to
“Enabled” (middle right of screen). Also check Battery Current Limit (BCL) is
set to desired level (usually 0.25C10, (25%)). This means that for a single
100Ahr battery, the BCL will be 25A, or if two 100Ahr batteries are connected
in parallel, the BCL will be 50A.
• If the Battery Condition Monitor is fitted, go to SM3x Config. “Battery
Monitoring” tab. “Tick” Logging Enabled.
Set:
- Status Log Sampling Interval to 7 days (provides a “snapshot” of the battery
state every 7 days)
- Discharge Log Sampling Interval to 1 minute
- Discharge Log Continuation Time to 5 minutes (this is the length of time
logging continues for after AC power is returned)
• Connect load (but turn off).
• Set Vf to 54.0V.

Check Battery current is positive /

Go to SM3x Config., “Battery Monitoring” tab

and tick “Start Scanning”. (only if BCM fitted)
Check that all the battery cell voltages are
about the same, at about 2.25V.If any are out
by a large amount then check the BCM voltage
sense wiring is correct. (only available if
Battery Monitor PCB is fitted)

Set load to required level (e.g., 80A), Check operates /

Initiate Battery Discharge Test (from SM3x
Config., “Charge” tab, click “Battery Test
Enabled”)

Check Battery Current is negative /

(discharging)

Check Battery Current Meter:______ __________ A /

After several minutes or until the battery

voltage has dropped below approx. 47V,
“un-tick” (stop) Battery Test (from SM3x
Config., “Charge” tab). During this time the
Battery Condition Monitor (if fitted) will be
logging every minute.

Battery Current Limit (BCL)

Check that the battery recharge current is BCL functions Yes/No
limited to the Battery Current Limit level
(usually between 0.25C10, (25%)) _______%
Note: as the BCL is based on fine voltage
control of the system bus, the BCL make take
one or two minutes to “settle”.

Check Manual Equalise (if configured) /

Temperature Compensation

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 Ensure Temperature Compensation Enabled Yes/No

Apply heat or cold to the Battery Temperature Yes/No

Sensor/s. Check the float voltage moves up or
down as expected.

If actual measurement is required, apply a Temp.______°C

known heat or cold to the sensor. Allow it to
fully come to temperature, and record the Voltage offset:
amount of voltage movement. ________ V OK? Yes/No

Check Alarm Relay Contacts

To generate these alarms, refer to the procedures described earlier in the

Commissioning Check-list.
Spare relays will not be able to be tested unless an alarm is mapped to them.
As these are tested in the factory, it is not essential to test them at time of
commissioning.

Relay 1 (Monitor Fail) /

(pull out the RJ45 lead connecting the monitor
to the system rectifier shelf – this simply de-
powers the monitor)

Relay 2: Non-urgent Summary Alarm /

Relay 3: Urgent Summary Alarm /

SM36 Relay 4: Spare /

SM36 Relay 5: Spare /

SM36 Relay 6: Spare /

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7 MAINTENANCE
As ENATEL Power Systems are state of the art electronic systems, very little routine
maintenance is required

System

• During normal operation the cable entries to the MCB’s may loosen over time due to
movement in the cable strands.
• To avoid damage to the MCB’s and cable entries due to heat build-up and arching, it is
recommended that the retaining torque is periodically checked at least annually.
• MCB’s should be maintained at a torque of 2Nm.
• All other connections should also be checked at this time.

Monitor

• The monitor can give a good indication of the condition of the system. Alarm logs can
show issues with the system and rectifiers and should be regularly checked.
• As a minimum, check that the float voltage and load current is as expected.
• If the batteries are fully charged, check the battery current is zero or near to zero amps.

Rectifiers

• During normal operation some dust will build-up on the front of the rectifiers. This should
be kept to a minimum by regularly wiping the rectifiers to avoid accumulation within the
rectifiers and blocking the airflow to the units. The positioning of the system and
surroundings will determine the regularity of this requirement.
• In extremely dusty positions it is recommended that the units are removed and cleaned
with compressed air to prevent airflow blockages.

Batteries

• Battery maintenance will depend on the individual manufacturer’s specification, please

contact the battery supplier for recommendations.

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APPENDIX 1 ENATEL ESSENTIAL SYSTEM SET-UP PARAMETERS
The following items 1 though 5 are system settings that MUST be checked for EACH system
installed, at the time of commissioning. All values shown below are indicative onlt, and must be
check with the system operators for correct settings.

WARNING: Failure to correctly follow the procedures in items 1 to 5 below may at least cause
incorrect system function, and at worst ruin your battery (without the ability to claim
battery replacement under warranty).
PRIOR to making any changes to settings, ensure that you back up the Configuration settings
that the SM3x is supplied with. To do this, go to the Setup page and click on the “Save
Variable to File” button. The filename is saved with a “.sm3x” extension.

1. Check/Set Float Voltage

Consult battery manufacturer’s data for proper setting.
The Float voltage is for 25°C reference temperature in Enatel systems.
SM3x Config Page: Power Module Control

2. Set Battery Settings

Temperature Compensation
You must consult the battery manufacturer’s data to obtain the correct Slope setting.
SM3x Config Page: Charge

If you choose not to enable Temperatue Compensation, then set the Rectifier Float Voltage to
that required by the battery manufacturer for the average long-term temperature you anticipate
your system to operate at.

3. Battery Size
For the SM3x to set the correct Battery Current Limit current, it is essential that this is filled out
correctly. These figures are also used for estimating the Battery Time Remaining during a
discharge.
For Telecom applications, the 10 hour rate is usually the name-plate rating of the battery.
However, once again, check the battery manufacturer’s data sheets as some manufacturers
state the 20 hour rate (which is usually a little more “optimistic”).
The second rate is required specifically for the time-remaining algorithm. A 4 hour rate is
usually a good one to use. This information is available from the battery manufacturer’s data
sheet.
SM3x Config Page: Charge

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Note – you need to change both the 10 hour and 4 hour rates at the same time. The rates need
to be reasonably accurate (in terms of the proportion of 4 hour to 10 hour rates), otherwise the
SM3x may not accept the settings.

4. Battery Current Limit

The Battery Current Limit is set as a percentage of the 10 hour rate entered in step 3.
SM3x Config Page: Control

Enatel recommends that you set this value at the highest rate possible to ensure the battery is
recharged as fast as possible (this could be as high as 30%, depending on the manufacturer).
However, especially in large systems, this may be more limited by the number of rectifiers
available, rather than this particular setting. For telco settings, this is often set to 10% (or
0.1C10, so for a 100Ahr battery, the current limit is 10A). This is more typical of a design
parameter than the need for the setting to be at this level. So a setting higher than this level
should be considered to enable the fastest recharge possible. However, consult the battery
manufacturer data to find the maximum value.

5. Low Voltage Disconnect Settings

SM3x Config Page: Alarms (Levels)

This is usually a customer generated setting. Normally, the longer the discharge, the higher the
end voltage. So, for a discharge of <1hr, this may be 1.75Vpc (42.0V for a “48V” battery), or for
an 8 hour discharge, it may be 1.85Vpc (44.4V for a “48V” battery).
Note that if only one LVD is fitted, then the other thresholds (of LVD2 & LVD3) are normally set
well outside of possible tripping voltages. Although not essential, and those LVDs will not be
enabled anyway, it serves to avoid any confusion over which LVD signal is actually being used.

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APPENDIX 2 AC INPUT TRANSIENT PROTECTION

Earth Bar
Fig. 8 Surge Protected Shelter

Fig. illustrates the surge protection installation principles.

The Type 1 surge arrester, fitted in the installation's main incoming electrical switchboard, is
capable of diverting the energy of a direct lightning strike. This is the first stage of the electrical
network's protection. It is important that upstream Type 1 protection is provided on site.
10/350 wave as shown below is the current waveform which passes through equipment when
subjected to an overvoltage due to a direct lightning strike.

A Type 2 surge arrester should be used in coordination with the incoming surge arrester. This is
the second stage of protection. Type 2 Surge arrester is designed to run-off energy caused by
an overvoltage comparable to that of an indirect lightning strike or an operating overvoltage.
Some of the Enatel Power System models are provided with Type 2 Surge Protection Devices
(SPDs) (as defined by IEC 61643-11). These devices are rated for repeated strikes of 20kA
(8/20µs waveform as shown above), and single shot protection of 40kA.

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Note: Enatel Rectifiers are compliant with EN61000-4-5, Level 4 without any external/upstream
surge suppression. To maintain a coordinated approach to surge suppression, Type 2 SPD
should be installed upstream if it is not fitted in the system.
To ensure correct operation of the SPDs, at least 10m of AC feeder cable is fitted between the
Type 1 and Type 2 protection. If the distance is less than 10m, then loop the cable until at least
10m of cable is used. This ensures correct de-coupling of the SPD devices.

Notes on AC cable installation and SPDs

The following precautions must be adhered to when installing AC cabling.

1. Avoid running input and output cables from AC Surge Protection Devices together:

2. Avoid “Tee’d” Connections:

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APPENDIX 3 RECTIFIER INPUT FUSE CURVES

*The Curves are average value, for reference only*

RM2048 Input Fuse

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APPENDIX 4 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM

AC Input
L1 L2 L3 N E

AC input
63A MCB Surge
3-pole N E
Protection

Neutral Bus

Earth Bus
Removable AC/DC Earth Strap

L1 L2 L3 L1

RECTIFIER 1 RECTIFIER 2 RECTIFIER 3 RECTIFIER 4

J10 Supervisory Module

SM35/6
Backplane PCB J13

J101

J100
+ve
BUS1 Temp 1
-ve
+ve
BUS2 Temp 2
-ve
L2 L3 L1 L2

J102

J110
RECTIFIER 5 RECTIFIER 6 RECTIFIER 7 RECTIFIER 4
J12 Room Batt
J10 Temp Temp

J109
(Optional)

Backplane PCB J13 GPIP6 (Spare)

GPIP5 (Spare)

J112
GPIP4 (Spare)
GPIP3 (Spare)
LVD Com
GPIP2 (Spare)
LVD2
GPIP1 (Spare)
I3-
I3+

J107
I2-
Live Bus (-ve) I2+
GPIP10
GPIP9 NO
- MCB4 NC
Shunt 4k7 RY6
MCB3
+ 4k7
NO
J111

NC
RY5
MCB1
+ Non-Priority + MCB2
NO
Battery NC
MCB Com RY4
- Load LVD (NC) -
LVD (NC) GPIP7 (Load MCB Fail)

J105
I1+
I1-
PLYSW LVD1
NO
LVD Com NC
GPIP8 (SPD Fail) RY3
Aux Power Live
NO
NC
Priority Non-Priority RY2
Load MCBs Load MCBs PLYSW
NO
NC
RY1
Battery
FF Out -ve MCBs
J5 2 1
Fuse Fail PCB 4k7
4k7
4k7

J1 thru' J4

Load (-ve) Battery (-ve)

(Direct into MCBs) (Direct into MCBs)

Common Bus (+ve)

* Note: SM3x I/O PCB to be connected in series between Backplane

and SM3x monitor when fitted.

TITLE DRAWN
12kW/-48V Erimex LTE DP
REVISION
DRAWING NUMBER SYSTEM NUMBER DATE:13 Sept'12 1.1
SHEET
120258 PSI16083760-001
SCALE: NTS 1 of 1

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