Operation
3.3.9Maintenance Bypass
Maintenance Bypass switchgear allows you to totally isolate the UPS from all power sources, while you maintain power to the critical load.
Your installation may have a
Another option that may be present at your site is an alternate power source (generator) and an auto- matic transfer switch (ATS).
Note that to totally isolate the UPS system from all power sources, the Main Input switchgear and battery circuit breakers must also be opened.
! CAUTION
Instructions for operating the Maintenance Bypass circuit breakers are on the Maintenance Bypass cabinet. Make sure you understand the proper sequence before operating any circuit breaker. Operating a Maintenance Bypass circuit breaker out of sequence could cut off power to the critical load.
Figure 50 Load on maintenance bypass (two breakers)
TWO BREAKER MAINTENANCE BYPASS SWITCHBOARD
MBFB | MBB |
Critical
Load
MIB
AC Output
| UPS MODULE |
| Static |
BIB | Switch |
Disconnects |
Static
Bypass
Switch
Bypass CB
CONTROL POWER
RIB
Controls
Rectifier/
Inverter
INPUT
CB
MAIN INPUT
SWITCHGEAR
Charger
MBD
OUTPUT
CB
Battery
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