SPDU Overview
8 SPDU Installation Manual
Monitoring. Three levels of SPDU monitoring are available:
• Basic (p/n PDBMN100). Continuously monitors the temperature of the transformer, the status
of the main input circuit breaker, and the status of a remote alarm contact. Local audio and
visual alarms are initiated when the core temperature of the transformer exceeds maximum
parameters. The main circuit breaker is then tripped or the remote alarm contact is closed.
• Advanced (p/n PDAMN100). Uses a microprocessor-based power monitor that is capable of
sensing, processing, and locally displaying information relating to output voltages for all three
phases of line-to-line and line-to-neutral circuitry; all three phases of output current, output
frequency and output power; as well as minimum and maximum acceptable values.
• Premium (p/n PDPMN100). Also uses a microprocessor-based power monitor capable of
sensing, processing, and displaying an extensive array of operational data. This level
additionally allows both local and remote access to information relating to output voltages for
all three phases of line-to-line and line-to-neutral circuitry; all three phases of output current,
output neutral, output ground, output frequency, and output power; as well as minimum and
maximum values, K factor, crest factor, discrete input and output status, analog input readings,
and any combination of up to seven metered values.
Other SPDU features
Emergency power off (EPO). The emergency power off (EPO) push button is located at the front
of the SPDU, beneath a protective cover. It is typically used in emergency situations to immediately
shut down the unit by disconnecting all power downstream of the main input circuit breaker.
Remote emergency power off (REPO). Remote emergency power off (REPO) can be
implemented at a location apart from the SPDU. When activated, it sends a command signal for the
SPDU to initiate an EPO condition.
Note
• The above-described levels should NOT be considered the only options
available for SPDU monitoring. Various elements of each can be mixed and
matched to create the best-possible solution for each customer.
• Refer to “Appendix C: Monitoring” on page 37 for further information
regarding the functionality of SPDU monitoring options.