Capstone Turbine Corporation
Model C65 Hybrid UPS User’s Manual
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400027 Rev A (July 2010)
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CAUTION
Using CRMS to request data faster than every 2 seconds may interfere
with operation of the UPS Controller causing inadvertent operation or
shutdown of the Hybrid UPS systems. Do not set any CRMS Data
Acquisition or Record to File timers less than 2 seconds.
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PC with CRMS Software – the CRMS software provides the capability for a PC to
connect to each Hybrid UPS system, either through the Ethernet connection in the UPS
Controller or while plugged directly into a unit using the Ethernet port on the serial-to-
Ethernet converter. The converter provides connectivity to both the User and
Maintenance Interface Ports. The User Port is reserved for communications with the
UPS Controller, and the Maintenance Port is for CRMS. Refer to the CRMS User
Manual (410013) for additional information.
Initial Setup and Commissioning
Configuration and commissioning of a Hybrid UPS system requires a Capstone Authorized
Service Provider using a PC with CRMS software. Once the Hybrid UPS system has been
properly configured with all protective relay, communications, and other basic setup
information, there should be no need to change this information during normal operation. All
configuration data is stored in non-volatile memory in the Hybrid UPS systems themselves, as
well as the UPS Controller, so loss of power will not prevent proper restarting of a system if
required.
As part of the commissioning process, your service provider will start the system and provide
specific instructions on user operation and maintenance. Consult your Capstone Authorized
Service Provider if the system is not operating as expected or requires a change to one or
more configuration parameters.
System Start-up
A MultiPac of Hybrid UPS system requires a UPS Controller to act as a master, and the
UPS Controller provides the user interface to transition the system from a Standby Mode
to either UPS Mode or High Efficiency Mode. In order to start, the Hybrid UPS systems
must be connected to an external energy storage system, either individually or through a
common DC bus. If the UPS Controller has lost power for an extended period, its’ internal
UPS system will automatically go into a sleep mode to preserve power for just such a start
attempt. The integral touch screen display on the UPS Controller will likewise go blank if
there has been no user interaction for a preset time delay. The UPS controller provides
several means to start the system:
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UPS Controller Touch Screen Display – If the touch screen display panel is dark,
touch it anywhere to activate it. If it does not light up within a few seconds, the
internal UPS system may have gone to sleep, and will require the user to press the
System Wake button on the front of the UPS Controller. When the screen becomes
active, follow the menu structure to start the system in either UPS Mode or High
Efficiency Mode.
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UPS Controller BMS Interface – the UPS Controller is able to communicate with a
building management system or other external control equipment, and receive a
remote start command. The UPS Controller includes a “System OK” discrete
output that should be read by the BMS system and included in its’ logic for issuing
commands to the UPS Controller. If the BMS does not receive a System OK
