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User guide

 

PowerUP series generators
UP200  I  UP400  I  UP1K

Version 2.0   I   15 September 2022 
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Page 1: ...User guide PowerUP series generators UP200 I UP400 I UP1K Version 2 0 I 15 September 2022 ENGLISH ...

Page 2: ...10 2 4 Box content 11 3 Installation 12 3 1 Tools 12 3 2 Generator installation 12 3 3 Gas system assembly 13 3 4 Gas system connection 14 3 5 Electrical connection 16 3 5 1 Generator mode 16 3 5 2 Battery Charging Mode 17 3 5 3 USB Charging Mode 17 4 Operations 18 4 1 Operating modes 18 4 2 Switching on 19 4 3 Switching off 19 4 4 Hydrogen cylinder replacement 19 4 5 Hydrogen cylinder refilling 2...

Page 3: ...21 6 Troubleshooting 22 6 1 Errors and Troubleshooting 22 6 2 Recharging the internal battery 25 6 3 Support contact 25 7 Transportation and storage 26 7 1 Transportation requirements 26 7 2 Storage requirements 26 8 End of life and disposal 27 ...

Page 4: ...ovider Have fun with your new energy supply system Please read these installation instructions before using the generator Kindly contact us if you have any questions about installing or using your generator If you have any remaining questions about our generators please contact us support powerup tech com ...

Page 5: ...rs away from flammable substances sources of flame and sparks Do not use generator cables or accessories if they are damaged If they are damaged contact support for assistance Protect generator from water ingress Unplug and power off the appliance before cleaning and maintenance Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the device Use original accessories only Mount the cylinders securely to mitigat...

Page 6: ...ce to detect leaks Please contact PowerUP sales powerup tech com to procure and install such an alarm Do not handle compressed hydrogen gas cylinders without training or prior experience Contact support powerup tech com to get basic training on handling hydrogen Do not transport hydrogen cylinders with a regulator attached always disconnect the regulator prior to transport Always use a plastic cap...

Page 7: ...5 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Generic standards Immunity for industrial environments EN 61000 6 4 2007 A1 2011 1 4 Warranty Your warranty begins upon the purchase of your new product You may use your receipt invoice or other evidence of purchase as a record of the time and date You should safely store these papers Our warranty services are based on the current Powerup warranty terms and cond...

Page 8: ...nerator are water and heat The generators have easy to use electrical and gas connections and an intuitive control panel 2 2 Front panel Interface UP200 UP400 UP1K ON OFF CAN BUS POWER IN EMERGENCY POWER OUT HYDROGEN USB A ON OFF POWER IN EMERGENCY POWER OUT HYDROGEN CAN BUS USB A REF001 1 2 5 6 8 9 7 3 4 ON OFF CAN BUS POWER IN EMERGENCY POWER OUT HYDROGEN USB A ON OFF POWER IN EMERGENCY POWER OU...

Page 9: ...rough the menu 4 DC In 14V 6 5mmOD 4 4mmID 5 DC Out 3 pin 12V 24V Selectable 6 ON OFF Button 7 USB Port Type A 5V 500mA 8 CAN Bus D SUB Female 9 Hydrogen Inlet 2 2 1 User menu 1 Voltage output 2 Current output 3 Settings In this menu point you can change the voltage output to be 12V 24V 4 Info Additional operational parameters ...

Page 10: ...ax Output Voltage V DC 26 in battery charging mode Dimensions l mm 700 w mm 222 h mm 284 312 410 Weight kg 12 16 25 IP Rating IP44 H2 Fuel Purity Requirement 99 95 H2 Supply Pressure barg 0 36 0 56 Startup time min 2 Shutdown time min 2 Operating ambient temperature C 5 40 Operating Ambient Humidity 0 to 100 RH non condensing Operating altitude above sea level m 2000 Operational life Hours 10000 S...

Page 11: ...11 2 4 Box content 1 UP Generator UP200 400 1K 2 DC Output Cable 3 Battery Charger 4 Gas System ON OFF CAN BUS POWER IN EMERGENCY POWER OUT HYDROGEN USB A 1 4 3 2 ...

Page 12: ...ation therefore generators shall be installed in the spaces with an adequate air flow When generators are installed in confined compartments additional vents might be required to provide sufficient air flow Allowed spatial orientation A minimum 5 cm of clearance is required between side air vents and the wall Avoid installing generators in direct sunlight MINIMUM CLEARANCE MINIMUM CLEARANCE REF016...

Page 13: ...nnector for any physical damage 2 Ensure threads and quick connectors are clean and undamaged 3 Ensure the valve is in the closed position 4 Place one of the wrenches around the valve on the top of the cylinder to prevent it from moving 5 Place the regulator on top of the cylinder and hand tighten the brass nut in a counterclockwise motion 6 Use the second wrench to tighten the brass nut 7 Inspect...

Page 14: ...ydrogen Inlet port until a loud click is heard which indicates that an airtight connection has been established To release the connector grab the connector with one hand and the generator with the other Push the ring on the connector towards the generator and then unplug the connector from the Hydrogen Inlet port 3 Open the manual valve on the regulator REF017 CLICK REF0 REF007 ...

Page 15: ...eam of the regulator inside the cylinder and the other one downstream of the regulator going into the generator Check that the downstream pressure is between 0 36 and 0 56 barg If it is not adjust it by rotating the pin on top of the regulator very slowly REF008_1 REF008_2 ...

Page 16: ...ion 3 5 1 Generator mode 1 Select generator mode in the menu 2 Check provided cables for damage 3 Connect open ends of DC output cable to your load 4 Plug DC output cable directly into the DC Out port of the generator REF0 REF0 ...

Page 17: ...onnected Always use separate lines for charging power and for voltage metering sensor to the battery Otherwise the current flow will cause false readings 3 5 2 Battery Charging Mode 1 Select battery charger mode in the menu 2 Check provided cables for damage 3 Connect open ends of DC output cable to your load 4 Plug DC output cable into the DC Out port of the generator 5 The generator will automat...

Page 18: ...armup The generator preconditions the fuel cell stack to be able to output rated power Ready The generator is ready Idle The generator is not receiving any hydrogen fuel ER8 therefore it is idling Sleep The fuel cell stack is disconnected but the control circuit of the generator remains on Shut down The generator is shutting down by disconnecting all loads followed by cooling the fuel cell stack ...

Page 19: ... fans will turn on cooling the fuel cell stack down quickly 2 Once the fuel cell stack of the generator has cooled for up to 180 seconds the generator will turn off on its own 4 4 Hydrogen cylinder replacement Each cylinder comes with a self closing valve installed on top of it The regulator is connected to a self closing valve To remove the regulator from the self closing valve 1 Turn the large b...

Page 20: ...e simultaneously confident that neither the cylinder nor the valve body contain any oxidizing gas Oxidized gas will have a negative effect on the lifetime of your UP generator Since we offer different and individual hydrogen storage solutions for every customer please refer to the specific manual delivered with the hydrogen cylinder you have purchased for more information regarding filling cleanin...

Page 21: ...sooner Filters must be changed after every 3 months or 1000 hours of operation in wet environments whichever comes sooner Please contact PowerUP support powerup tech com for the procurement of replacement filters To replace filters 1 Unscrew all 16 screws on the outer perimeter of the filter using the M2 5 hex head screwdriver 2 Remove the side cover 3 Remove old filter 4 Place in new filter 5 Re ...

Page 22: ...pped immediately Generator shuts down Allow the generator to cool down prior to turning it on again for at least 30 mins ER2 Oxygen Depletion Oxygen concentration in the compartment where the generator operates has dropped below 18 Generator shuts down Make sure the compartment has adequate air ventilation provided before turning on the generator ER4 Hydrogen Leakage Hydrogen concentration inside ...

Page 23: ...sembly and pressure on both gauges ER16 Overcurrent Too much current is drawn from the generator Generator shuts down Ensure that upon re starting the generator no load is connected that draws above the nominal power rating of the generators ER32 Low Internal Battery The charge of the internal service battery is critically low Generator shuts down Prior to turning the generator back on charge its ...

Page 24: ...ery Hydrogen Leakage ER34 Low Internal Battery Oxygen Depletion ER33 Low Internal Battery Overheated If a serious problem happens inside of or near the generator that neither the generator nor its firmware can detect press the Emergency OFF button right away until you hear a loud click This means that the button has been latched This will turn off all the power inside the generator right away Plea...

Page 25: ... into your mains supply make sure that your mains supply conforms to the specifications stated on the charger and has at least a 16A fuse and the DC end into the DC In port of the generator 2 Charge the internal battery for 30 mins 3 Disconnect the charger then power on the generator Only use the proprietary charger you received with the generator 6 3 Support contact If the issue persists please c...

Page 26: ...lace heavy items on top of them 7 2 Storage requirements Keep the generator in a cool dry place Keep away from direct sunlight Refer to clause 2 3 Specification for recommended storage temperature and humidity NB Generator has an internal battery that can run flat if the generator is stored for a long period of time therefore it is recommended to run the generator every 12 months for 1 hour ...

Page 27: ...life and disposal Dispose of the packaging in an environmentally responsible way in accordance with the local regulations To recycle old fuel cell generators please contact our support line support powerup tech com ...

Page 28: ...PowerUP Energy Technologies Akadeemia tee 23 12618 Tallinn Estonia 372 503 6963 info powerup tech com powerup tech com ...

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