TRIPP-LITE PDUB15 Hot-Swap PDU with Maintenance Bypass Switch Owner’s Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Tripp Lite
Table of Contents
TRIPP-LITE PDUB15 Hot-Swap PDU with Maintenance Bypass
Important Safety Warnings
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important instructions and warnings that should be followed during the installation and operation of this product.
- Install the PDU indoors, away from excess moisture or heat, direct sunlight, dust or conductive contaminants. Do not install the PDU near magnetic storage media, as this may cause data corruption.
- Only operate the PDU at indoor temperatures between 32° F and 104° F (0 °C and 40° C). For best results, maintain indoor temperatures between 62° F and 84° F (17° C and 29° C). For proper ventilation, leave adequate space around all sides of the PDU.
- Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended.
- Do not use this equipment in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide.
- Do not connect the PDU to an ungrounded outlet or to adapters that eliminate the connection to ground. The ground connections are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit your outlet, have a compatible grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
- The PDU must be installed near the wall outlet and all plugs must be readily accessible for disconnection.
- The PDU must be connected to a wall outlet that is protected by an overcurrent device with the rating shown in the table below:
Model| Overcurrent Rating of Protection Device Model| Overcurrent Rating of Protection Device
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PDUB15| 20A| PDUBHV10 20A (cTUVus) or 16A (CE)
PDUB20 PDUB30| 20A
30A
| PDUBHV20 20A (cTUVus) or 16A (CE)
- Caution! Risk of electrical shock! The PDU is supplied by more than one power source. All power sources must be disconnected to de-energize the unit before servicing.
- Do not open the PDU for any reason. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
CAUTION Only those who are properly trained or qualified to use this device should do so. Anyone who is not trained or qualified should not use this device unless it is under the supervision of someone who is properly trained or qualified to do so. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not use the device as a toy. Never use the device if the cord and plug are damaged; if it is not working properly, or if it has been dropped or damaged, take it to an authorized service center for inspection and repair. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its authorized service agent, or by qualified personnel in order to avoid a danger.
Mounting
Mounting (2-Post or 4-Post Racks) Mount the equipment in either a 2-post
or 4-post open frame rack or rack enclosure. The user must determine the
fitness of hardware and procedures before mounting. The procedures described
in this manual are for common rack and rack enclosure types and may not be
appropriate for all applications.
Note: Mounting procedures are the same for both 2-post and 4-post rack
installation.
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Step 1. Attach the mounting ears to the mounting holes of the PDU using the screws provided. The ears should face forward.
Note: The top or bottom mounting holes of the PDU can be used. -
Step 2. Attach the PDU to the rack with user-provided screws, nuts and washers. Insert the screws through the mounting ears and into the rack rails.
Mounting in the Same Rack Space as a UPS System (4-Post Racks) The Hot- Swap PDU can be mounted in the same rack space as a UPS system when the UPS system is mounted using Tripp Lite’s 4POSTRAILKIT. (4POSTRAILKIT is included with most Tripp Lite UPS systems and is also sold separately. Refer to the UPS system manual or 4POSTRAILKIT manual for UPS system mounting instructions. The procedure for mounting the rear of the 4POSTRAILKIT mounting shelves to the rack will differ slightly, as shown in this section.) -
Step 1. Attach the mounting ears to the lower mounting holes of the unit using the screws provided. The ears should face forward.
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Step 2. Install 4POSTRAILKIT into the rack using only the top mounting hole A at each side of the rear of the 4POSTRAILKIT mounting shelves. (The screws at the front of the shelves will not change from the standard procedure shown in your UPS or 4POSTRAILKIT manual.)
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Step 3. Install the PDU into the rack using the bottom two mounting holes B at each side of the rear of the 4POSTRAILKIT mounting shelves.
Warning! Refer to the diagrams below to make sure the UPS system’s airflow is not obstructed. If the UPS system’s airflow is obstructed, the UPS system will overheat.
Features
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5-15R AC Outlets: Connect to 5-15P equipment plugs.
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5-20R AC Outlets: Connect to 5-15P or 5-20P equipment plugs.
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L5-30R AC Outlets: Connect to L5-30P equipment plugs.
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C13 AC Outlets: Connect to C14 equipment plugs.
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C19 AC Outlets: Connect to C20 equipment plugs.
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UPS Source Input: Connects to a compatible outlet on the UPS system.
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Maintenance Bypass Switch: Selects the power source that is powering the load – either the UPS source or the utility source. When the switch is set to “Utility,” connected equipment receives AC utility power from the PDU, but the equipment will not receive UPS battery backup power in the event of a utility power failure. See “Manual Bypass Operation” for more information.
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Diagnostic Lights (UPS Available and Maintenance Bypass Available): A green “UPS Available” light will illuminate when the UPS source is connected and turned on. A yellow “Maintenance Bypass Available” light will illuminate when the utility source is connected and turned on.
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Utility Source Input: Connects to the utility power source. Models PDUB15, PDUB20 and PDUB30 each have a fixed input cord and plug. Model PDUBHV10 has a C14 inlet and model PDUBHV20 has a C20 inlet. Models PDUBHV10 and PDUBHV20 both include an extension jumper and can also be used with a user-supplied power cord. (See below for a selection of compatible Tripp Lite power cords.)
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UPS Connection Outlet: Connects to the UPS system’s input power cord. The user must match the UPS system’s input power cord to a
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20-Amp Branch-Rated AC Output Breakers (PDUB30 Only): Control power to the PDU’s outlets.
Choose a PDU model compatible with your UPS system’s input plug and power specifications:
Model
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Compatible UPS System Rating
| Utility Source Input Plug/ Cord Length| UPS
Connection Outlet
| UPS Source Input Plug/ Cord Length|
Outlets for Equipment
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PDUB15| 100-127V, Up to 1500VA| 5-15P / 10 ft.| 5-15R| 5-15P / 6 ft.| 8
(5-15R)
PDUB20| 100-127V, 2200-2600VA| 5-20P / 10 ft.| 5-20R| 5-20P / 6 ft.| 4
(5-15R), 4 (5-20R)
PDUB30| 100-127V, 3000VA| L5-30P / 10 ft.| L5-30R| L5-30P / 6 ft.| 6 (5-20R),
1 (L5-30R)
PDUBHV10| 200-240V, Up to 1500VA| C14 / 6 ft. (Or User-Supplied)| C13| C13 / 6
ft.| 8 (C13)
PDUBHV20| 200-240V, 2000-3000VA| C20 / 5 ft. (Or User-Supplied)| C19| C19 / 5
ft.| 6 (C13), 2 (C19)
PDUBHV10 Cord Options (Sold Separately)
Model | Length | Plug Type |
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P005-002 | 2 ft. | C14 |
P005-006 | 6 ft. | C14 |
P005-010 | 10 ft. | C14 |
P011-006 | 6 ft. | L6-20P |
P032-007 | 7 ft. | C20 |
P054-006 | 6 ft. | CEE 7/7 |
P056-006 | 6 ft. | BS1363 |
PDUBHV20 Cord Options (Sold Separately)
Model | Length | Plug Type |
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P036-006 | 6 ft. | C20 |
P036-002 | 2 ft. | C20 |
P040-010 | 10 ft. | L6-20P |
P047-002 | 2 ft. | C14 |
P047-004 | 4 ft. | C14 |
P047-006 | 6 ft. | C14 |
P047-010 | 10 ft. | C14 |
P050-008 | 8 ft. | CEE 7/7 |
P052-008 | 8 ft. | BS1363 |
Connection & Operation
Input/Output Power Connections
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Step 1. Shut down the equipment plugged into the UPS system and unplug the equipment cables from the UPS system.
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Step 2. Shut down the UPS system and unplug it from the utility source.
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Step 3. Set the PDU’s Maintenance Bypass Switch A to the “Utility” position and connect the PDU’s utility source input cord B to your facility’s utility AC power source. The PDU’s yellow “Maintenance Bypass Available” light C will illuminate.
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Step 4. Connect the UPS system’s input power cord to the PDU’s UPS connection outlet
(labeled “Connect UPS Line Cord Here”) and turn on the UPS system. -
Step 5. Connect the PDU’s UPS source input cord (labeled “To UPS Output”) to a compatible outlet on the UPS system. The PDU’s green “UPS Available” light D will illuminate.
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Step 6. Connect the equipment cables to compatible PDU outlets E and set the Maintenance Bypass Switch A to the “UPS” position. The connected load now has UPS protection.
Manual Bypass Operation For Hot-Swap UPS Replacement
- Step 1. Make sure the PDU’s yellow “Maintenance Bypass Available” light A is illuminated. Switch the Maintenance Bypass Switch B from “UPS” to “Utility”. The connected load is now being supported by the utility power source and will not receive battery backup power in the event of a utility power failure.
- Step 2. Turn off the UPS system that requires maintenance or replacement and remove all power connections between the UPS system and the PDU. The PDU’s green “UPS Available” light will be off.
- Step 3. Replace the UPS system. Connect the new UPS system’s input power cord to the PDU’s UPS connection outlet (labeled “Connect UPS Line Cord Here”) and turn on the new UPS system.
- Step 4. Connect the PDU’s UPS source input cord (labeled “To UPS Output”) to a compatible outlet on the new UPS system. The PDU’s green “UPS Available” light will illuminate.
- Step 5. Switch the Maintenance Bypass Switch B from “Utility” to “UPS”. The connected load is now has UPS protection.
Troubleshooting
Use the following chart to make minor adjustments or attempt to solve problems. Do not attempt to open the PDU, as there are no user-serviceable parts inside. If problems persist after troubleshooting, please visit www.tripplite.com/support.
Problem | Possible Cause | Possible Solution |
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Yellow light does not illuminate. | No utility power. | Contact your utility |
company or a qualified electrician.
The PDU is not plugged into the utility source.| Connect the PDU to a
compatible utility source.
Green light does not illuminate.| The UPS system has no output.| Refer to the
UPS manual for proper startup.
Input and output of UPS not connected to the PDU.| Connect UPS input and
output to the PDU.
Some loads not receiving power.| Tripped circuit breaker on the PDU (PDUB30
only).| Reset the PDU’s circuit breaker.
Loads not receiving power after reset- ting the circuit breaker.| The
connected load is overloading the PDU.| Reduce the connected load.
Service, Warranty and Product Registration
Service Your Tripp Lite product is covered by the warranty described in this manual. A variety of Extended Warranty and On-Site Service Programs are also available from Tripp Lite. For more information on service, visit www.tripplite.com/support. Before returning your product for service, follow these steps:
- 1. Review the installation and operation procedures in this manual to insure that the service problem does not originate from a misreading of the instructions.
- If the problem continues, do not contact or return the product to the dealer. Instead, visit www.tripplite.com/support.
- If the problem requires service, visit www.tripplite.com/support and click the Product Returns link. From here you can request a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number, which is required for service. This simple on-line form will ask for your unit’s model and serial numbers, along with other general purchaser information. The RMA number, along with shipping instructions will be emailed to you. Any damages (direct, indirect, special or consequential) to the product incurred during shipment to Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service center is not covered under warranty. Products shipped to Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service center must have transportation charges prepaid. Mark the RMA number on the outside of the package. If the product is within its warranty period, enclose a copy of your sales receipt. Return the product for service using an insured carrier to the address given to you when you request the RMA.
Warranty
2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Seller warrants this product, if used in accordance
with all applicable instructions, to be free from original defects in material
and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of initial purchase. If
the product should prove defective in material or workmanship within that
period, Seller will repair or replace the product, in its sole discretion.
Service under this Warranty can only be obtained by your delivering or
shipping the product (with all shipping or delivery charges prepaid) to: Tripp
Lite; 1111 W. 35th Street; Chicago IL 60609; USA. Seller will pay return
shipping charges. Visit
www.tripplite.com/support before sending
any equipment back for repair.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO NORMAL WEAR OR TO DAMAGE RESULTING FROM
ACCIDENT, MISUSE, ABUSE OR NEGLECT. SELLER MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER
THAN THE WARRANTY EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED
BY APPLICABLE LAW, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ALL WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET
FORTH ABOVE; AND THIS WARRANTY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES ALL INCIDENTAL AND
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. (Some states do not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to
jurisdiction). Tripp Lite; 1111 W. 35th Street; Chicago IL 60609; USA
WARNING: The individual user should take care to determine prior to use
whether this device is suitable, adequate or safe for the use intended. Since
individual applications are subject to great variation, the manufacturer makes
no representation or warranty as to the suitability or fitness of these
devices for any specific application.
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WEEE Compliance Information for Tripp Lite Customers and Recyclers (European Union)Under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and implementing regulations, when customers buy new electrical and electronic equipment from Tripp Lite they are entitled to:
- Send old equipment for recycling on a one-for-one, like-for-like basis (this varies depending on the country)
- Send the new equipment back for recycling when this ultimately becomes waste
Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers For the purpose of regulatory compliance certifications and identification, your Tripp Lite product has been assigned a unique serial number. The serial number can be found on the product nameplate label, along with all required approval markings and information. When requesting compliance information for this product, always refer to the series number. The series number should not be confused with the marking name or model number of the product. Tripp Lite follows a policy of continuous improvement. Product specifications are subject to change without notice.
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