BORIS Operating Manual
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3.
OPERATION AND TEST INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Switch the Main Line Disconnect to the “ON” position.
2.
Verify the voltage at B3-B4 is 120 VAC. If it is not, check the main controller fuses,
transformer wiring and voltages. The BORIS power switch mounted in the controller
must be “ON” to allow BORIS to supply 120 VAC to terminals B1-B2. If there is 120 VAC
at B3-B4 but not at B1-B2, check circuit breaker on the back of BORIS; tripped = button
extended. If the button is extended then BORIS has been overloaded. Make sure the
total load does not exceed the VA rating of the unit. Press button on circuit breaker to
reset.
3.
When BORIS “powers up”, it will beep and the ONLINE indicator will begin to blink. At
this time the voltage at B1-B2 should be 120 VAC. In 8 to 10 seconds, BORIS will
simulate a power outage and switch to on-battery operation. This is the self-test
feature, which ensures proper operation and that the batteries are charged. If the
batteries are too weak to support the load during the test, BORIS will immediately
return to the on-line operation (the load is not affected). This test will last another 8 to
10 seconds and is completed when the ONLINE indicator stops flashing. If the
OVERLOAD indicator illuminates, the load should be reduced before proceeding. If the
REPLACE BATTERY indicator illuminates, recharge overnight and test again. If after
retesting the indicator remains on, replace the batteries.
CAUTION:
If the REPLACE-BATTERY indicator is illuminated, expected on-
battery run time may not be provided. (See Section 4, “Display and Control
Features” section for more information)
4.
To simulate a power outage (for testing purposes), jump TB-1 & L5 then turn off the
Main Line Disconnect. Uninterrupted power should now be supplied to the controller
(voltage at B1-B2 should remain at 120 VAC). An audible alarm inside BORIS will beep
four times every 30 seconds during on-battery operation. The elevator should proceed
to the bottom landing and cycle its doors. Three minutes after the elevator has returned
and the doors have remained closed, BORIS will turn off to prevent excessive drain on
the batteries. When normal power returns, BORIS will automatically “power up” and
resume normal operation. Turn the Main Line Disconnect back on to simulate power
returning to normal.
IMPORTANT:
Remove the jumper from TB-1 & L5 when testing is complete.
NOTE:
The BORIS Power Switch, located on the controller, will shut off
BORIS immediately, and disable the controller. This switch is normally left in
the “On” position.
NOTE:
When less than 2 minutes of backup time remain when running on
battery, the audible alarm will sound continuously.
