Liebert Series 610 user manual Continuous Tie/Transfer/Parallel Control, Tie System Components

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System Description

Synchronizing activity takes place automatically once the preferred source is chosen and a manually initiated “SYNCHRONIZE SYSTEMS” signal is given. Visual indicators show that the systems are synchronizing and when the systems are ready for the manually initiated, automatically controlled paralleling sequence.

Continuous Tie/Transfer/Parallel Control

The transfer load and tie controls operate the tie breakers between systems in a sequential manner to allow paralleling and make-before-break transfer of loads. Once the synchronizing sequence is com- plete, visual indicators show parallel operation is permitted. The operator initiates the closing of the tie breaker. Once initiated, the tie command is executed when conditions of sync and voltage match- ing are verified prior to tie execution. In essence, the tie breaker closes and two UPS systems are par- alleled.

With the two systems operating in parallel, only one bypass circuit is active. Should something occur that requires the UPS to automatically transfer to bypass, then all the load will be supplied through the static switch and bypass circuit breaker of the system that was selected as the preferred source.

When the two systems are paralleled, it is possible to isolate and then shut down one system entirely for maintenance. The system to be shut down must be the one that is not the designated preferred source. Shutdown is accomplished by first opening the System Isolation Breaker of the selected sys- tem. Once this action is taken, all the load remains on the preferred system.

The three load sharing control circuits between systems are disconnected with the opening of the Sys- tem Isolation Breaker. At this time, sync control of the off-line system will be returned to its own local bypass source, and the system can be operated in its normal manner for testing and maintenance.

Restart of the systems under maintenance is accomplished in the normal manner. Once the system has been brought on-line, the resync to the on-line system can be initiated. The sequence from this point is similar to the sequence that paralleled the two systems initially. As soon as the OK TO TIE SYSTEMS indication is given the System Isolation Breaker can be closed, once again paralleling the two systems and enabling the load-sharing loops between the two.

Taking the systems out of parallel operation is manually initiated. The tie breaker automatically opens separating the loads onto their respective UPS systems. The intersystem power sharing is dis- abled and the sync circuits revert to independent operation.

1.5.4Tie System Components

See Figure 4.

A Liebert Power-Tie Uninterruptible Power System consists of the following basic components:

1.Two complete, independent UPSs with individual load buses, each with the capability to source the combined critical load of the two load buses. Each of the two UPSs may be a single-module system (SMS) or a multi-module system (MMS).

2.Two discrete system input sources, each with the capacity to source the combined critical load. The two input sources need only be acceptable with regard to frequency and voltage. The two sources do not require an in-phase relationship, although under this circumstance, a “V Lockout” alarm will be indicated until the “Sync Systems” button is pushed. Then the “V Lockout” should clear.

3.Two discrete bypass sources, each with the capacity to source the combined critical load. The two bypass sources need only be acceptable with regard to voltage and frequency, such as the utility or an emergency generator, and are not required to be in-phase. However, if make-before-break downstream load switching equipment, such as automatic transfer switches, static transfer switches (STS) or dual input power distribution units, is intended to be used, having the two bypass sources in sync is preferable.

4.One system isolation and tie switchboard containing system isolation breakers and tie breaker(s).

5.Tie Control Unit, wall or floor mounted or installed in the tie switchboard.

6.Optional maintenance bypass breakers and test load distribution.

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Contents Continuous POWER-TIE Configuration Page Table of Contents Operating Instructions Initial System Start-Up 4.2 Basic OperationFunction System FlexibilityInter-System Isolation and Reliability Basic Dual-Bus Power-Tie one-line diagram Power-Tie systems fault isolation issues Power-Tie systems control interface diagram Control System Features Operational DescriptionMomentary Tie Operation Intersystem SynchronizingMomentary Tie Transfer Controls Intersystem Sync and Power Sharing Continuous TieContinuous Tie/Transfer/Parallel Control Tie System ComponentsModes of Operation Power-Tie system one-line diagram Continuous Power-Tie Checking for Phase, Voltage, and CapacitySelecting a Line Sync Source Synchronizing the UPS SystemsControl panel layout Separating Tied Systems Load Transfers Between UPS SystemsCombined Loads on One System from Continuous Tie Operation Combined Loads on One System to Continuous Tie OperationDesign Criteria Line Sync Signal Power-Tie system fault isolation issues Power-Tie systems fault tolerance Improper User Operation Transfer OperationTie Operation Tie Circuit Breaker or Logic Faults What Happens If a Failure Occurs During a Power TransferRecommendations Tie Circuit Breaker Selection Hardware FailuresMimic Panel Load Transfer Controls Transfer Control Disabled Transfer Function AvailableTransfer Function Available OK to Transfer Load 1 to System Transfer Function Available OK to Transfer Load 2 to SystemContinuous Tie Control Control InhibitsManual Controls Normal Transfer Operation Configurations Maintenance Procedures Isolating Each UPS SystemInitial System Start-Up Basic OperationTransfer of Load Between Two Systems Maintenance Procedures Maintaining Power-Tie Components Maintenance Procedures Tie Control Logic ComponentsTrouble Recovery Abnormal OperationsImproper Transfer Circuit Breaker FailureNormal Operating Configuration Continuous Tie-SystemsTying the UPS Systems Continuous Parallel Operations Abnormal Operations Isolation for Maintenance Power-Tie system one-line diagram Operation Scenarios/Transfer Procedures See 4.2.4 Isolating a UPS System for Maintenance Combined Loads OperationSee 4.2.5 Transfer of Load Between Two Systems See 4.2.11 Tying the UPS Systems Continuous Parallel OperationsSee 4.2.3 Maintenance Procedures Isolating Each UPS SystemOne system in bypass to Continuous Tie operation Option Operating Instructions Page Technical Support/Service Company Behind the ProductsLocations
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