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Alpha PowerBay BDFB User Manual

Alpha PowerBay BDFB
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PowerBay
+™
Full Size BDFB
Secondary DC Power Distribution System
Technical Manual
Effective: January 2020

Table of Contents

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Alpha PowerBay BDFB Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAlpha
ModelPowerBay BDFB
CategoryPower distribution unit
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Notes

General Safety Information

Covers general hazard, electrical, fumes, fire warnings, cautions, notices, and attention points.

Product Overview

Purpose and Applicability

Describes the document's scope and the product model it covers.

Theory of Operation

Explains the advanced high density secondary DC power distribution capabilities.

Unpacking and Inspection

Provides guidance on unpacking the BDFB and inspecting contents for transit damage.

Installation Preparation

Environmental and Safety Prep

Covers ambient conditions, airflow, mechanical loading, circuit overloading, earthing, and disconnect devices.

Mounting and Grounding

BDFB Mounting Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for securely mounting the BDFB using concrete anchors.

Grounding Connections

Details the process for making reliable ground connections to the BDFB rack assembly.

Input Connections

Input Connection Specifications

Details input specifications, including termination type, hole size, and torque values.

Dual-Bus Input Connections

With Internal RTN

Describes connecting input cables for dual-bus configurations with internal return.

Without Internal RTN

Describes connecting input cables for dual-bus configurations without internal return.

Quad-Bus Input Connections

With Internal RTN

Describes connecting input cables for quad-bus configurations with internal return.

Without Internal RTN

Describes connecting input cables for quad-bus configurations without internal return.

Eight-Bus Input Connections

With Internal RTN

Describes connecting input cables for eight-bus configurations with internal return.

Without Internal RTN

Describes connecting input cables for eight-bus configurations without internal return.

Output Connections

Output Connection Procedure

Details the process for routing and connecting output cables to the BDFB buswork.

Output Adapters

Adapter Options and Specifications

Lists available output adapter options and their termination specifications.

Safety Cover and Breaker Installation

Safety Cover Installation

Instructions for installing and reinstalling safety covers to prevent electrical hazards.

AM Circuit Breaker Installation

Guide on how to install AM circuit breakers into the panel.

GJ Circuit Breaker Installation

GJ Breaker Installation Steps

Steps for removing shields, blanking covers, and installing GJ circuit breakers.

Bus Reconfiguration

Bus Configuration Guide

Explains how to reconfigure the buswork to create dual, quad, or eight-bus BDFB configurations.

Interconnection Jumper Installation

Return Bus Jumper Installation

Details the process for installing interconnection jumpers between return buses.

Hot Bus Jumper Installation

Details the process for installing interconnection jumpers between hot buses.

Distribution Panel Installation

Panel Installation Procedure

Steps for removing blanking plates and installing breaker panels into the rack.

Product Specifications

BDFB Main Unit Specifications

Lists mechanical, electrical, environmental, and approval details for the PowerBay+ Full-Size BDFB.

Breaker Panel Specifications

Provides mechanical and electrical specs for AM and GJ breaker panels.

Breaker Panel Electrical Specs

AM Breaker Panel Electrical

Details load current and supported protection devices for AM breaker panels.

GJ Breaker Panel Electrical

Details load current and supported protection devices for GJ breaker panels.

Operation Overview

Menu and Icon Navigation

Explains how to navigate the supervisory controller using screen icons.

Alarm Status and Indicators

Describes panel and bus alarm status colors and their meanings.

Alarm Severity and Causes

Understanding Alarm Severity

Explains how to interpret alarm severity indicators (orange/red triangles) and their causes.

Settings Menu

Volts Calibration

Procedure for calibrating the voltage for each bus using the controller.

Display Settings

Covers adjusting screen brightness and performing touch screen calibration.

Advanced System Settings

System Settings

Allows adjustment of buzzer volume, accent lighting, and viewing bus/panel ampacity.

Advanced BDFB Functions

Accesses BDFB configuration, memory clearing, and test modes for alarms.

BDFB Configuration

Configuring BDFB Settings

Step-by-step guide to configure BDFB type, panels, ampacity, and feeder fuse sizes.

Breaker Settings

Load Calibration

Instructions for calibrating the load for individual breakers or the entire panel.

Breaker Configuration Details

Breaker Ampacity Adjustment

How to set the maximum ampacity for AM circuit breakers based on pole count.

Breaker Inventory Management

Procedure for saving the breaker inventory status.

Webserver System Status

Network Setup for Webserver

Details on setting up a local network to communicate with the embedded webserver.

Webserver Navigation and Administration

Guides on accessing the webserver interface and its administration functions.

Realtime Status and Administration

Realtime Bus and Panel Data

How to view detailed realtime status of buses, panels, loads, and breaker states.

Administration Home and Notifications

Accessing administration settings and configuring notification preferences.

Administration Settings

Email and SNMP Configuration

Settings for configuring SNMP trap destinations and email notification recipients.

Network and Site Configuration

Options for setting site information and configuring network interface parameters.

Firmware and Device Management

Firmware Upload Procedure

Instructions for upgrading the firmware on the embedded ethernet module.

Device Reboot Process

Guide on how to reboot the embedded ethernet module.

Appendix A: Mechanical Drawings

BDFB Isometric View

Provides an isometric perspective drawing of the PowerBay+ Full-Size BDFB unit.

BDFB Dimensions

Dimensional Drawings

Presents detailed top, bottom, and side views with key dimensions of the BDFB.

Grounding Locations Diagram

BDFB Grounding Points

Illustrates the specific locations for grounding connections on the BDFB rack.

AM Breaker Panel Views

Isometric Views of AM Panels

Displays isometric drawings of the AM breaker panels from different perspectives.

GJ Breaker Panel Views

Isometric Views of GJ Panels

Displays isometric drawings of the GJ breaker panels from different perspectives.

Appendix B: Bus Layout

HOT/RTN Input Bus Locations

Diagram showing the locations of HOT and RTN input buses on the BDFB.

Dual-Bus Jumper Configuration

Dual-Bus HOT/RTN Jumper Layout

Illustrates the jumper configuration for dual-bus systems with internal RTN.

Quad-Bus Jumper Configuration

Quad-Bus HOT/RTN Jumper Layout

Illustrates the jumper configuration for quad-bus systems with internal RTN.

Eight-Bus Jumper Configuration

Eight-Bus HOT/RTN Jumper Layout

Illustrates the jumper configuration for eight-bus systems with no jumpers.

Appendix C: Input Cable Configurations

Dual-Bus Input Cable Positions (w/Internal RTN)

Diagram showing input cable positions for dual-bus with internal RTN.

Dual-Bus HOT Input Cable Positions

(w/o Internal RTN)

Diagram showing input cable positions for dual-bus without internal RTN.

Quad-Bus Input Cable Positions

(w/Internal RTN)

Diagram showing input cable positions for quad-bus with internal RTN.

Quad-Bus HOT Input Cable Positions

(w/o Internal RTN)

Diagram showing input cable positions for quad-bus without internal RTN.

Eight-Bus HOT/RTN Input Cable Positions

(w/Internal RTN; All HOT/RTN Positions Cabled)

Diagram showing input cable positions for eight-bus with internal RTN, all cabled.

Eight-Bus HOT Input Cable Positions

(w/o Internal RTN; All HOT Positions Cabled)

Diagram showing input cable positions for eight-bus without internal RTN, all HOT cabled.

Appendix D: Supported Lugs

Lugs for Input Connections

Lists supported wire gauges, part numbers, and manufacturers for input lug termination.

Lugs for Output Connections

Lists supported lugs for output connections to internal returns and AM breaker panels.

Supported Output Lugs for GJ Panels

GJ Breaker Panel Lug Support

Lists supported lugs for output connections specifically for GJ breaker panels.

Appendix E: Supported Circuit Breakers

AM Circuit Breaker Compatibility

Lists compatible AM circuit breakers by part number and amperage rating.

GJ Circuit Breaker Compatibility

Lists compatible GJ circuit breakers by part number and amperage rating.