ApRe User Manual and Test Instructions V1.

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ADRIVE + APRE
EN81-1 + A3 COMPLITANT ACTIVATION SYSTEM FOR
OVERSPEED GOVERNORS AS PART OF PROTECTION AGAINST
UNINTENDED CAR MOVEMENT

USER MANUAL AND TEST INSTRUCTIONS

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Date of issue 08.2020

Document version V1.10

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Contents
1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................................ 4
2. Warnings ............................................................................................................................................................................. 4
2.1. Use of Manual............................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.2. Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................................................................ 4
2.3. Legal Notices ................................................................................................................................................................ 4
3. Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4
3.1. Terms of Use................................................................................................................................................................. 4
3.2. General Specifications .................................................................................................................................................. 4
3.3. Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................................................... 5
4. Overview .............................................................................................................................................................................. 5
5. General Connection ............................................................................................................................................................ 6
6. Terminal List ....................................................................................................................................................................... 6
6.1. ApRe ............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
6.2. ADrive .......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
6.3. Appropriate Section of Cable........................................................................................................................................ 7
7. LED Displays and Announcement .................................................................................................................................... 7
7.1. LED Displays................................................................................................................................................................ 7
7.2. Announcement .............................................................................................................................................................. 8
8. Timing Settings of ADrive and Control Card .................................................................................................................. 8
8.1. Startup Operation .......................................................................................................................................................... 8
8.2. Normal Stopping Operation .......................................................................................................................................... 8
8.3. Required Parameter Settings for Cabin to Stop Normally ............................................................................................ 9
8.4. Emergency Stop Operation ........................................................................................................................................... 9
9. Automatic Inspection of ApRe Module and Locking System of Overspeed Governor ................................................ 9
9.1. Definition ...................................................................................................................................................................... 9
9.2. Permanent Blocking Error ............................................................................................................................................ 9
9.3. Connection of Self Monitoring Function ...................................................................................................................... 9
9.4. Enabling/Disabling the Self Monitoring Function ........................................................................................................ 9
9.5. Operation of Self Monitoring Function ........................................................................................................................ 9
9.6. Erasing Permanent Block Error .................................................................................................................................. 10
10. Emergency Rescue ............................................................................................................................................................ 10
11. Locking Test of Overspeed Governor ............................................................................................................................. 10
12. Final Test (EN 81-1+A3 Clause 9.11 and Annex D of Clause p) ................................................................................... 10
12.1. Control of the Type-Examination Certificate ............................................................................................................. 11
12.2. ADrive Software Version Control .............................................................................................................................. 11
12.3. Timing Adjustment Test Needed for Normal Operation ............................................................................................ 11
12.4. Operation Test in Case of Emergency ........................................................................................................................ 11
12.5. Testing Automatic Self-Test Function ........................................................................................................................ 11
12.6. Unintended Car Movement (UCM) Test .................................................................................................................... 12
13. Periodic Test (EN 81-1+A3 Appendix E) ........................................................................................................................ 14
14. Stopping Distance Calculation before Unintended Car Movement (UCM) Test ........................................................ 14
15. Post Test Control of Unintended Car Movement (UCM) ............................................................................................. 15
15.1. Full Torque Test Function of ADrive for Unintended Car Movement ....................................................................... 15
16. Maintenance, Device Replacement and Software Update ............................................................................................. 15
17. Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................................ 16
18. Physical Dimensions ......................................................................................................................................................... 17
19. Type-Examination Certificate ......................................................................................................................................... 18
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1. Introduction
ApRe module is a protection system device that is certified against unintended car movement appropriate to EN 81-1+A3
standard which operates with ADrive.
There is an additional locking system on overspeed governors that are appropriate to EN 81-1+A3 standard. Overspeed governor
stays in locked position when the system is de-energized. Meanwhile, if an unintended movement occurs (up or down), safety
gear becomes active and stops the car in the allowed distances. ApRe module controls coil of the locking system on overspeed
governor. ADrive checks the operation of ApRe module and locking system. ADrive permanently blocks the elevator in the
event of an error on ApRe module or locking system. This state does not change even if the electricity is turned off and on again.
A qualified staff should interfere to operate the lift again.

2. Warnings
2.1. Use of Manual
• This guide must be followed during the following operations:
• Installation / Final test,
• Maintenance / Periodic test,
• Repairing (component replacement, software update).
• This manual must be read carefully and the instructions specified in this manual must be followed.
• This manual is not a substitute for ADrive manual. ADrive manual should be consulted for issues related to ADrive.

2.2. Safety Precautions

• Relevant staff must have a broad knowledge about the safety standards of lift and should be well trained about the
studies related to lift.
• Relevant staff should take the necessary measures for the safety of both the passangers and himself for all procedures
that may carry security risk:
• To prevent the elevator to be operated by someone else,
• To be sure that there is no one in the shaft,
• To be sure that all doors of the lift are closed.
• There is high voltage which may carry a risk to human health on the related devices. Do not touch to any part of the
devices when there is electricity. Strictly observe the safety instructions explained in ADrive manual.
2.3. Legal Notices
• Arkel is not responsible for misuse, improper installation, damages arising from improper additions or component
replacement of the device. In such a case, the warranty of the device will be disabled.
• This document -whole or in part- is not to be copied, reproduced or distributed without prior written permission of
Arkel.
• Arkel reserves the right to make changes or improvements in designs without notice to any device in this document.

3. Specifications
3.1. Terms of Use
• ApRe module can only be used with ADrive inverter (The software version of ADrive should be V8.88 or higher).
• ApRe module can only be used with overspeed governors and safety devices (safety gear) which are certified with EN
81-1 + A3. Safety gear must operate even at very low speeds.
• Only 12 VDC or 24 VDC (up to 6A) coils can be used with overspeed governors with ApRe module.
• ApRe module is only used with 190-230VAC safety circuit.
• Car movement with open doors (re-levelling) is outside of the ApRe system. Systems that are appropriate to EN 81-
1+A3 standard shall be used for re-levelling.
• It is not allowed to make door pre-opening in the elevator system when ApRe module is used.
• Appropriate overspeed governors or safety gears shall be used to make re-levelling when ApRe module is used. Safety
gear must not be activated during re-levelling while the coil of overspeed governor is kept de-energized.
• Required time settings and wirings shall be made to properly operate ApRe module.
3.2. General Specifications
• It is not required the lift to have an external sensing mechanism of unintended car movement when the doors are open.
• During travelling, in the event of a power failure or safety circuit failure, system prevents activation of safety gear and
the unnecessary locking of overspeed governor.
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• In the event of a power failure, system will continue to operate with the help of battery/batteries. Battery is charged by
ApRe module.
• Can be used with MRL elevators or elevators with machine room.
• A rescue button can be connected to release remotely the lock of overspeed governor in case of emergency.
• A test button can be connected to remotely test the overspeed governor.
3.3. Technical Specifications
Electrical Specifications
Voltage of locking coil of overspeed 12 Vdc or 24 Vdc. There is no parameter setting for voltage selection of the coil.
governor Simply connect battery and supply which are appropriate to voltage of the coil.
Maksimum coil current 6A
Normal supply For 12Vdc coil 11-14 Vdc
For 24Vdc coil 20-27 Vdc
Battery supply For 12Vdc coil 12 V / 1.2 Ah
For 24Vdc coil 24 V / 1.2 Ah
Internal battery charge With DC power supply
Safety circuit input 190-230 Vac
Power consumption When Coil is de-energized and battery is fully charged: < 1W
When Coil is de-energized and battery is fully discharged: < 10W
Dimensions and Weight
Dimensions (width x length x height) 120 x 100 x 46 mm
Weight 300 gr (unboxed), 330 gr (boxed)
Optimum Environmental Conditions
Operating 0 - +55 °C
Temperature
Storage -10 - +65 °C
Operating %15 - %85 (condensing)
Humidity
Storage %5 - %95 (condensing)

4. Overview

4
6
4
LS1

RL1

F1

Figure-1
1
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1: Connection terminals 4: Info leds

2: Locking coil relay supply of overspeed governor 5: Audible warning
3: Glass fuse (7A) 6: Mounting holes

5. General Connection
110
STRP SRSC
(Phase)
120
S-Fn RT1 RT2 RSC1 RSC2
Door bridging circuit

Trip Rescue
130

Power
+ +
S-Kn _ _ Supply *

KFR 12V/24Vdc
135
SFD ApRe
S-C 220Vac +
10B

Battery
Battery *
140 10B
_ 12V/24V
(phase) (neutral) B.Magnet Monitor
+ _
1 2
12V/24Vdc
Control Card

ADrive RF
A1

A2

+15 PIN
KPB

RFA RFO

A1
A1

A2
KPA

Mub * KFR
Sub A2

Locking system of overspeed governor

Figure-2
*: Appropriate supply and battery connection should be made to voltage of coil of overspeed governor (See section 5.1)
Mub: Locking coil of overspeed governor KFR: Brake contactor
Sub: Switch contact of locking coil of overspeed governor KPA, KPB: Motor (main) contactors
(normally close contact) RF: Relay of brake contactor control
S-Fn: Contacts of landing doors PIN: Programmable input on ADrive used for monitoring
S-Kn: Locks of landing doors the ApRe and UCM blocking magnet. A normally close
S-C: Contact of car door contact of the solenoid switch (closed when the solenoid
110: Initial phase of the safety circuit power is off) must be connected to the programmable input
120: Stop circuit PIN on ADrive.
130: Contact circuit of landing doors STRP: Remote trip/test button/switch (Make a bridge from
135: Locking circuit of landing doors RT1 to RT2 if not used)
140: Car door contact circuit (end of the safety circuit) SRSC: Remote rescue/override button/switch (Do not make
10B: Neutral terminal of safety circuit (from the coils of a connection to RSC1 & RSC2 if not used)
main contactor)

6. Terminal List
6.1. ApRe
Power (+, -): Supply input
Connect 24VDC supply for 24VDC coil or 12VDC supply for 12 VDC coil. While doing the power calculations for the selected
supply, a minimum 10W of power should be added in order to operate ApRe module..
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Battery (+, -): Battery input

Connect 24V battery for 24 VDC coil or 12V battery for 12 VDC coil. While doing the capacity calculation for the battery, the
duration which the coil is fed from the battery should be taken into account. Battery capacity in Ah’s will be at least 1/5th of the
coil current (in A’s). Thus for the battery, 1.2Ah capacity will be enough for ApRe module.
B.Magnet (+, -): Locking coil of overspeed governor supply output
Maximum 6A coil can be connected to 12 or 24 VDC voltage. A backward diode is used on PCB for protection.
SFD, 10B: Safety circuit input (SFD: phase, 10B: neutral)
Safety circuit can be connected to 180-230VAC voltage. If landing doors are open, unlocked or brake contactor is released, SFD
input should de de-energized. 10B (neutral) should be connected the coils of motor ontactors.
Monitor (1, 2): ApRe module automatic check output
This outputs usage is optional. Supply relay of overspeed governor locking coil on ApRe module is normally closed contact (the
outpu is short circuit when the relay is released). This is used for monitoring ApRe module.
Trip (RT1, RT2): Test switch connection of overspeed governor
Usage is optional. Normally closed contact switch can be connected. RT1 and RT2 terminals must be bridged if this connection
is not used. Otherwise, locking coil can not be energized.
Rescue (RSC1, RSC2): Connection of overspeed governor emergency switch
Usage is optional. Normally open contact switch can be connected. RSC1 and RSC2 terminals must stay open. Locking coil
will be kept energized as long as the terminals are bridged.
6.2. ADrive
PIN: ApRe module and automatic monitoring of overspeed governor locking system
A normally close contact of the solenoid switch (closed when the solenoid power is off) must be connected to the programmable
input PIN on ADrive. There should be signal on this input when locking system of overspeed governor is in locked position. +15
named terminal on ADrive can be used as common signal. It’s a programmable input. Necessary function should ne programmed
for ApRe module (See section 9.4).
RFA, RFO: Relay output of brake contactor
Brake contactor should be fed from the output of ADrive brake relay (normally open contact). ADrive activates the relay in order
to open the brake. Maximum 10A/250VAC or 10A/30VDC can be switched to the contact of the relay.
6.3. Appropriate Section of Cable
Power, Battery, B.Magnet, Trip and Rescue connections should be appropriate to current of overspeed governor locking coil.
SFD is the connection of 10B safety circuit. All cable sections should be at least 0,75 mm² in order to ensure menchanical
strength.

7. LED Displays and Announcement

7.1. LED Displays
The meanings of the LEDs on ApRe module are described as follows:
LED Status Description
Pow. ○ No supply and no battery connection.
● Supply or the battery connection is available.
Cpu. ○ Card processor is not working.
☼ Card processor is working.
Chr. ● The battery/batteries are being charged.
Led is off in short Battery charge is made in certain time intervals. Battery charge is off when led is
intervals off.
○
Led is off for more Battery/Batteries can not be charged. There is no supply or battery connection is
than 1 minute not made, or voltages of supply or battery are not appropriate.
Rel. ● Supply relay (RL1) of locking coil of overspeed governor.
☼ RL1 relay releases with a 1 second delay.
○ RL1 relay is off.
Err. ○ No Error.
☼ There is error. There is no supply or battery connection or the battery voltage is low.

○ = LED is off ● = LED is on ☼ = LED is blinking

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7.2. Announcement
Battery connection to ApRe module should be made for releasing the locking coil of overspeed governor with a delay, while the
lift is travelling. If the battery is defective or not connected, ApRe module will give a sound alert.

8. Timing Settings of ADrive and Control Card

8.1. Startup Operation
After closing the doors and activating the motor contactors (KPA, KPB), control card activates the brake contactor (KFR) of
ADrive. With the activation of the brake contactor, ApRe de-energizes locking coil of overspeed governor without a delay and
releases the locking system of overspeed governor. Then, ADrive opens the brakes and elevator starts to move.
8.2. Normal Stopping Operation
1 Second after the car lands to the floor and the brake contactor is off, ApRe module cuts the power of overspeed governor
locking coil and stops the system. For the right timing, after the brake is closed and the system is stopped, motor contactors
should be released and doors must be opened. This timing is shown below:

Stopping signal

Brake contactor

Brake

RS relay of ApRe module

Locking system of overspeed governor

Motor (main) contactors

Door open signal

t1
t2
t3
t4

t1: Brake closing time

t2: Delay of coil supply of ApRe module (1 second)
t3: Dropping delay of motor contactors after the drop of brake contactor.
t4: Dropping delay of motor contactors after stop signal. Figure-3
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8.3. Required Parameter Settings for Cabin to Stop Normally

Control Card Arkel ARL-500
Parameter settings • ARL-500 menu > “Sytem settings” > “Contactor drop delay after stopping” = “With feedback”
Description ARL-500 de-energizes the main contactors when a signal comes from ADrive. ADrive gives this signal
1 second after it de-energizes the brake contactor. Doors will open after solenoid is de-energized and the
stopping part of the over speed governor is activated.
Control Card Arkel ARL-300/ARL-200 or other control cards
Parameter settings • Control card menu > contactor delay (*) = to be adjusted to a sufficient value
• ADrive menu > “1-TRAVEL CURVE” > “1.15-MBRAKE OFF” = “0.5 S.”
*: The name of this parameter is “CONTACTOR DELAY” in ARL-300 and “RP DELAY” in ARL-200.
Description The “Contactor Delay” is the time between the stop signal comes to the lift controller and the dropping
of the main contactors. This parameter shall be set to a value that the main contactors drop at least 1
second after brake contactor drops. Doors will open after solenoid is de-energized and the stopping part
of the over speed governor is activated.
If the monitoring function of ApRe is enabled, ADrive measures the drop time between the brake
contactors and the main contactors. ADrive gives “CONTACTOR DELAY IS NOT ENOUGH” error if
this period is less than 1 second. Contactor delay time parameter should be reset from the control card,
when this error appears on ADrive screen.
8.4. Emergency Stop Operation
ApRe module keeps feeding the locking coil of overspeed governor 1 seconds more after a power failure or when an interruption
occurs (e.g. when a landing door is opened with a key by relevant staff) in the safety circuit while the car is moving. After the
cabin is stopped by motor brakes, locking system of overspeed governor becomes activated. Thus, safety system of the cabin
(safety gear) is prevented from unnecessary activation.

9. Automatic Inspection of ApRe Module and Locking System of Overspeed Governor

9.1. Definition
! Warning: The software version of ADrive should be V8.88 or higher. Software update should be done to old version devices.
ADrive controls the operation of locking coil of overspeed governor and ApRe module. In the event of a failure, ADrive will
block the lift permanently (See section 9.2). It is only possible with a special reset operation to operate the elevator (See section
9.6).
9.2. Permanent Blocking Error
According to standard EN 81-1 + A3, when automatic monitoring system has decected an error, a qualified staff should interfere
to operate the elevator again. This error shouldn't be improved even when the system is resetted or turning off and turning on the
electricity again. This type of fault is defined as “permanent blocking error” in this document.
9.3. Connection of Self Monitoring Function
Normally closed switch of locking system of overspeed governor should be connected to PIN input on ADrive. When the locking
system of overspeed governor is in locked position the PIN signal must be on. +15 named terminal on ADrive can be used as a
signal partner.
9.4. Enabling/Disabling the Self Monitoring Function
PIN input of ADrive is a programmable input. PIN can be programmed to different functions. To assign the “self monitoring”
function, the following settings should be made:
ADrive menu > “11-ADVANCED SET.” > “11.4-PIN Func.” = “APRE mon. input”
To enable the ApRe monitoring function, following settings should be made:
ADrive menu > “11- ADVANCED SET.” > “11.14-APRE mon.” = “ENABLED”
! Warning: Self monitoring function should be enabled after commissioning ApRe module and overspeed governor. Otherwise,
ADrive will give "ApRe error" continuously, and the lift will bee blocked.
9.5. Operation of Self Monitoring Function
9.5.1. Self Monitoring at Startup
After activating brake contactor (KFR), ADrive waits the PIN (PIN = should be 15VDC) input to be de- activated within a certain
period. If the signal is not de-activated at the end of this period, ADrive gives "APRE MON. ERROR". The error will be corrected
automatically at the first time but a second error within 10 travels will block the system permanently (See section 9.2).
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9.5.2. Self Monitoring at Stop

After releasing brake contactor (KFR), ADrive waits the PIN (PIN = should be 15VDC) input to be activated within a certain
period. If there is no signal at the end of this period, ADrive gives "APRE MON. ERROR". The error will be corrected when
the signal is activated. But a second error within 10 travels will block the system permanently (See section 9.2).

9.6. Erasing Permanent Block Error

Permanent block error can not be erased by pressing ESC button on ADrive or by switching off and on the electricity. Following
settings should be made to erase this error:
ADrive menu > “5-FAULT HISTORY” > “5.2-Clear F.list”

10. Emergency Rescue

For any reason, if the car is stuck between two floors, locking system of overspeed governor should be released in order to
move the cabin. For this purpose, the connection shown in figure-4 (SRSC button/switch connection) can be made to RSC1
and RSC2 terminals of ApRe module. RSC1 and RSC2 connection should be open circuit in normal operation .
! Warning: This connection is not required if the rescue operation could be done by hand terminal.
! Warning: While rescuing with manual brake release, if the car moves without this connection, safety gear will be activated.
! Warning: When terminals RSC1 and RSC2 are bridged, overspeed governor locking coil becomes activated (ApRe module
will bridge the RL1 relay).
• For manual brake rescue, the following procedure should be followed in case of emergency:
• Switch off the main switch of the control panel (locking coil of overspeed governor will be energized with a battery),
• Make the bridge connection of RSC1 and RSC2 terminals (related button/switch is activated),
• Bring the car to the nearest floor by opening the brakes,
• Disable the RSC1 and RSC2 bridge connection (related button/switch is de-activated),
• Save the passangers,
• Switch on the main switch of the control panel.

11. Locking Test of Overspeed Governor

STRP (button/switch) connection shown in figure-4 can be made to terminals RT1 and RT2 to lock the overspeed governor.
This connection should be done only for test purpose. RT1 and RT2 terminals should be short circuit in normal operation .
! Warning: This connection should be used only for test purpose! If this connection becomes open while the car is moving,
safety gear will be activated because locking coil will be released without a delay.

_ ApRe
+
_

B.Magnet Mub
RL1
+
Locking coil of
RSC1

RSC2
RT2
RT1

Trip Rescue overspeed governor

Figure-4
STRP SRSC

12. Final Test (EN 81-1+A3 Clause 9.11 and Annex D of Clause p)
! Warning: Relevant staff should take necessary measures for the safety of the passengers as well as himself of all transactions
at risk.
• Prevent the elevator run by someone else,
• Be sure that there is nobody in the elevator hoistway,
• Be sure that all elevator doors are closed
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12.1. Control of the Type-Examination Certificate

According to the standard EN 81-1+A3 ApRe, along with ADrive, inverter is certified with the number “NL12-400-1002-048-
10 rev. 1”. Type-examination certificate can be seen in section 19. Type-examination certificate number is written on the
protection glass of ApRe and printed on the information tag on ADrive.
12.2. ADrive Software Version Control
The software version of ADrive should be V8.88 or higher. To check the software version of ADrive 7.5kW
ADrive, turn off and turn on the device again. The software version is shown in the lower left V8.88 KFL #12345
part of the screen while the device is turning on. Software update should be done to old version
devices.
12.3. Timing Adjustment Test Needed for Normal Operation
Timing adjustement setting is explained in section 8.
No Test Procedure Result
1 Give a car During takeoff, locking coil of overspeed governor should be energized right after the mechanical
command brake contactors are energized.
While the car is landing, the steps below should happen in the following order:
Mechanical brake contactors are released > overspeed regulators locking coil is de-energized after
1 second > Main contactors are released > Door open signal becomes activated.
12.4. Operation Test in Case of Emergency
In case of power failure or safety circuit interruption (e.g. opening the doors manually or pressing the emergency stop button),
to avoid safety gear to be actuated, the overspeed governors braking coil releases with a 1 second delay while the elevator is
travelling. This test is described below:
No Test Procedure Result
1 Give a car command
2 Press the emergency electrical operation button Locking coil of overspeed governor should be released with a 1
while the elevator is travelling. second delay. Meanwhile, the car must stop with machine brake
and safety gear must not be actuated.
3 Return the emergency electrical operation button
back to its normal position and the elevator will
resume to its normal operation.
4 Give a car command again
5 Turn off the main power switch while the elevator ApRe should continue to be supplied through batteries and locking
is moving. coil of overspeed governor should be released with a 1 second
delay. Meanwhile, the car must stop with machine brake and safety
gear must not be actuated.
6 Turn on the main power switch and the elevator
will start to resume its normal operation.

12.5. Testing Automatic Self-Test Function

Automatic self-test function operation is described in section 9.
12.5.1. Automatic Self-Test Input Short Circuit (Automatic Self-Test at Startup)
No Test Procedure
1 Give at least 10 car commands.
2 While the elevator is idle, ADrives' PIN terminal is
bridged to +15 terminal.
3 Give a car command.
4 Give a car command.
5 Remove the bridge on PIN terminal.
6 Turn off the electricity, than turn on again.
7 To delete the permanent block error, press "5-FAULT
HISTORY" > "5.2-CLEAR FAULT HISTORY" in
the ADrive menu.
Result
After 10 error-free travels, permanent error counter will be
reset.
ADrive gives "PERMANENT ERR: 32" error. The error
should be fixed within 5 seconds. ADrive does not permanently
block the system at the very first error (*).
ADrive gives "PERMANENT ERR: 34" error. The error is
permanent. (A second error blocks the system permanently).
ADrive should continue to give the same error.
ADrive should continue to give the same error.
ADrive fault should be deleted and the lift should start to
operate in normal mode.
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12.5.2. Automatic Self-Test Input Short Circuit (Automatic Self-Test at Landing)

No Test Procedure Result
1 Give at least 10 car commands. After 10 error-free travels, permanent error counter will be
reset.
2 Give a car command.
3 Remove the ADrives’ PIN terminal cable while the ADrive gives "PERMANENT ERR: 32" when the lift stops.
elevator is travelling.
4 Connect the removed cable to PIN terminal again. The error should be fixed within 5 seconds. ADrive does not
permanently block the system at the very first error (*).
5 Give a car command.
6 Remove the ADrives’ PIN terminal cable while the ADrive gives "PERMANENT ERR: 34" error. The error is
elevator is travelling. permanent. (A second error blocks the system permanently).
7 Connect the removed cable to PIN terminal again. ADrive should continue to give the same error.
8 Turn off the electricity, than turn on again. ADrive should continue to give the same error.
9 To delete the permanent block error, press "5-FAULT ADrive fault should be deleted and the lift should start to
HISTORY" > "5.2-CLEAR FAULT HISTORY" in operate in normal mode.
the ADrive menu.
*: This feature is added with the approval of Liftinstituut in order to avoid unnecessarily blockings of the elevator in case of
accidental error detections. System will be permanently stay blocked if the locking coil of overspeed governor switch contact
remains in the same position.
12.6. Unintended Car Movement (UCM) Test
! Warning: Before unintended car movement test, the stopping distance of protection system should be theoretically calculated
assuming the worst conditions. This calculation is described in section 13. The UCM test must be done if only calculated stopping
distances are appropriate to the distances mentioned in section 14 and these stopping distances should be confirmed in practice.
In case of unintended car movements, the protection system (ApRe, overspeed governor and safety gear) should be tested under
worst conditions (with the heaviest load condition and the failure of drive/control system with maximum acceleration). The
causes of UCM could be explained as machine brake failure, in case of overload or control system fault during relevelling.
For the heaviest load situation:
• Move the empty car upward from the top of the shaft and
• Move the fully loaded cabin downward from the lowest position of the shaft.
Drive or control system failure:
• Opening the machine brakes manually if there is no relevelling in the system,
• Simulation with ADrive by a full torque startup if there is relevelling in the system (See section 15).
12.6.1. UCM Test with empty car moving upward – Without Relevelling
No Test Procedure Result
1 Move the car to one floor under from the For the worst load condition, move the empty car to top location of the
top floor. shaft.
2 Be sure that the doors are closed. For security reasons, UCM test must be done while doors are closed.
3 Open the machine brakes manually. Car will move upward. Car stops through overspeed governor (which is
already in locked state) by activating safety gear. Car remains still because
the safety gears contact will cut the safety circuit.
4 Measure the stopping distances Test is successful if the stopping distances are within the allowed values.
according to section 15.
5 Release the car from the safety gear by With electrical hand terminal, car must be moved downward until it comes
electric hand terminal. off the safety gear.
6 Resume elevator to its normal operation.
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12.6.2. UCM Test with full loaded car moving downward - Without Relevelling
No Test Procedure Result
1 Move the car to one floor upper from the For the worst load condition, move the full loaded car to lowest location of
lowest floor. the shaft.
2 Be sure that the doors are closed. For security reasons, UCM test must be done while doors are closed.
3 Open the machine brake manually. Car will move downward. Than the car stops through overspeed governor
(which is already in locked state) by activating safety gear. Car remains still
because the safety gears contact will cut the safety circuit.
4 Measure the stopping distances Test is successful if the stopping distances are within the allowed values.
according to section 15.
5 Release the car from the safety gear by With electrical hand terminal, car must be moved upward until it comes off
electric hand terminal. the safety gear.
6 Resume the elevator to its normal
operation.
12.6.3. UCM Test with empty car moving upward – With Relevelling
No Test Procedure Result
1 Move car to one floor under from For the worst load condition, move the empty car to top location of the shaft.
the top floor.
2 Be sure that the doors are closed For security reasons, UCM test must be done while doors are closed.
3 Unplug the SFD/10B terminal on To simulate the status of the doors to be open that is necessary for the test, unplug
ApRe. the contact/locking circuit terminal (SFD/10B) on ApRe. Thereafter, locking coil
of overspeed governor will no longer be energized.
4 Adjust “13.1-Drive Mode” > “Full There is a full torque startup function in ADrive to simulate the worst error
Torque Test” from the ADrive condition. When this function is activated, ADrive drives the motor in the desired
menu. direction with the maximum torque value, which is allowed by the system.
5 Give a command to top floor. Car is moved upwards with full torque. Than the car stops through overspeed
governor (which is already in locked state) by activating safety gear. Car remains
still because the safety gears contact will cut the safety circuit.
6 Measure the stopping distances Test is successful if the stopping distances are within the allowed values.
according to section 15.
7 Adjust “13.1- Drive mode> ADrive returns to its normal operation.
Normal” from the ADrive menu.
8 Release the car from the safety gear With electrical hand terminal, car must be moved downward until it comes off
by electric hand terminal. the safety gear.
9 Resume the elevator to its normal
operation.
12.6.4. UCM Test with full loaded car moving downward – With Relevelling
No Test Procedure Result
1 Move the car one floor upper from For the worst load condition, move the full loaded car to lowest location of the
the lowest floor. shaft.
2 Be sure that the doors are closed. For security reasons, UCM test must be done while doors are closed.
3 Unplug the SFD/10B terminal on To simulate the status of the doors to be open that is necessary for the test,
ApRe. unplug the contact/locking circuit terminal (SFD/10B) on ApRe. Thereafter,
locking coil of overspeed governor will no longer be energized.
4 Adjust “13.1-Drive Mode” > “Full There is a full torque startup function in ADrive to simulate the worst error
Torque Test” from the ADrive menu. condition. When this function is activated, ADrive drives the motor in the
desired direction with the maximum torque value, which is allowed by the
system.
5 Give a command to lowest floor. Car is moved downwards with full torque. Than the car stops through overspeed
governor (which is already in locked state) by activating safety gear. Car
remains still because the safety gears contact will cut the safety circuit.
6 Measure the stopping distances Test is successful if the stopping distances are within the allowed values.
according to section 14.
7 Adjust “13.1- Drive mode> Normal” ADrive returns to its normal operation.
from the ADrive menu.
8 Release the car from the safety gear With electrical hand terminal, car must be moved upward until it comes off the
by electric hand terminal. safety gear.
9 Resume the elevator to its normal
operation.
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13. Periodic Test (EN 81-1+A3 Appendix E)

Tests must be performed which is described in section 12 (Final Test).

14. Stopping Distance Calculation before Unintended Car Movement (UCM) Test
Before performing the UCM test, the stopping distance of the protection system must be calculated theorically considering worst
conditions (the worst load condition and with the effect of maximum acceleration of drive/control system). The calculated
stopping distances should be appropriate with the distances shown in section 14.
Locking coil of overspeed governor is de energized even during automatic relevelling in ApRe system. Therefore the following
datas are not included in the stopping distance.
• Doors open transaction zone length (mm)
• UCM sensing device response time (ms)
• UCM activation device response time (ms)
For the worst case scenario: Empty car moves upward at the top of the well or full loaded car moves downward at the bottom of
the well and, ADrive running the motor with full torque should be considered if there is relevelling in the system (See section
16).
The following table shows the curve of how the car stops during UCM considering the worst case scenario:
Velocity (m/s)

Va

Xosg Xsga Xsgb

Time (s)
Xosg: Maximum distance for overspeed governor sheave to keep spinning when the locking coil of overspeed governor is de-
energized (in mm). This distance varies according to the type of overspeed governor.
Xsga: Maximum triggering distance (in mm) of safety gear. This distance varies according to the type of safety gear.
aa: Maximum acceleration of the car (in m/s2). Acceleration of the worst load imbalance should be calculated. If there is automatic
relevelling in the system, ADrives acceleration effect must be taken into account.
Va: Velocity of the car when safety gear brakes are actuated. This is calculated as follows:

Va = 2 * aa * ( Xosg + Xsga )
ab: Minimum braking acceleration of safety gear (in m/s2). This data varies according to the type of safety gear. Acceleration
may vary according to the direction of the car.
Xsgb: Maximum braking distance of safety gear (in mm). This is calculated as follows:
Xsgb = Va2 2 * ab
Total maximum stopping distance during UCM is calculated as follows:
Xucm = Xosg + Xsga + Xsgb
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15. Post Test Control of Unintended Car Movement (UCM)

Allowed distances for the car to be stopped by UCM protection are given below:

Car
Shaft
Landing

Car apron
Car entrance Figure-5

• The car should not exceed 1.2 m from the landing level (This distance is 1 m where the clearance height of car door is
2 m).
• The landing sill and the lowest part of the car apron shall not exceed 200 mm.
• The free distance from car sill to landing door lintel shall not be less than 1 m.
• These values shall be obtained with any load in the car, up to 100 % of rated load.
15.1. Full Torque Test Function of ADrive for Unintended Car Movement
The stopping distance in case of UCM shall be tested under worst case conditions taking into account the worst failure in drive
system (e.g. max. torque, max. acceleration, max. speed). In this mode, ADrive applies maximum torque to motor in the given
direction which causes maximum acceleration in the elevator. The maximum current value can be applied to the motor in this
mode is the value set by parameter 11.13 current limit. In addition, overspeed, low speed, motor overload and ApRe monitoring
error detection are disabled.
This function is only available for firmware version <=V8.81 and for closed loop operations (with encoder).
To activate the function, adjust "13.1-Drive Mode" < "Full Torque Test" from the ADrive menu. This setting does not appear in
the open loop. Since this test is not permanent, if ADrive is reset, this parameter will return to its "Normal" setting.
ADrive system does not check low speed, overspeed, motor overload and ApRe monitoring errors while the function is active.
In this mode, ADrive applies maximum torque to motor in the given direction which causes maximum acceleration in the
elevator. This parameter should be set to two times of the motor current value at the end of auto tuning process. The maximum
current value can be applied to the motor in this mode is the value set by parameter 11.13 current limit.

16. Maintenance, Device Replacement and Software Update

16.1. ApRe
ApRe module does not require any maintenance. Due to card replacements, it shall be verified that the new card is working
properly according to the tests described in sections 12.3 and 12.4.
16.2. ADrive
See ADrive manual for necessary maintenances in ADrive device. Controls and tests should be performed as described in sections
12.3 and 12.5 after a software update in ADrive. Controls and tests should be performed as described in sections 12.3 and 12.5
after device replacements also.
16.3. Battery
Battery is not included in the ApRe system but a battery connection is required to operate the system. Estimated battery life is
about 3-5 years specified by manufacturers. This duration may vary according to the brand, storage condition (temperature and
humidity) and the frequency of use (number of charges and discharges) of batteries. In any case, it is recommended that to replace
the batteries with the new ones in every 3 years.
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17. Troubleshooting
Problem 1 Overspeed governors locking system is constantly in the locked position (not released).
1. The Pow. led should be lit on ApRe module. If the led is unlit, check the 12V/24V DC supply (Power terminals) and battery
connection (Battery terminals).
2. When Rescue connection is made (RSC1 and RSC2 terminals are bridged), check the locking systems status.
If locking system is not released:
• Check Trip connection. Normally RT1 and RT2 terminals should be short circuit.
• Check F1 glass fuse (7A) on ApRe module.
• Check locking coil of overspeed governor connection (B.Magnet terminals).
• Check if locking coil of overspeed governor voltage is in appropriate value.
If locking system is released:
• Check if ADrive or lift controller is giving an error.
• Make sure that the doors are all closed/locked. 135 circuit should be closed.
• Make sure that the brake contactor (KFR) is activated while moving.
• Check SFD and 10B terminal connections.
3. After performing the steps above, if the error still does not improve, remove the B.Magnet terminals and connect the DC
supply to locking coil directly. If the locking system releases, it means that the ApRe module is faulty and if the system does
not release, it means that locking system is faulty.
Problem 2 Locking system of overspeed governor is released constantly (locking does not happen).
1. Check if locking system works when Trip (RT1 and RT2) terminals are unplugged.
If locking system does not switch to the locked position when Trip terminals are unplugged:
• Check the locking system of overspeed governor’s connection (B.Magnet terminals).
If locking system switches to the locked position when Trip terminals are unplugged:
• Ckeck Rescue connection. Normally RSC1 and RSC2 terminals should be open circuit.
• Make sure that the brake contactor (KFR) is off when there is no movement.
• Check SFD and 10B terminal connections. There should not be any voltage at SFD and 10B terminals.
2. After performing the steps above, if the error still does not improve, remove the B.Magnet terminals. If locking system
switches to the locked position, it means that the ApRe module is faulty. If not, it means that locking system is faulty.
Problem 3 Safety gear is activated when safety circuit is cut while the elevator is moving.
1. Check that the system is operating correctly while the elevator is not moving. Locking coil of overspeed governor goes off
1 second after mechanical brake contactor is off.
2. If there is a problem only in emergency stop, the the elapsed time to stop the car may be longer than 1 second.
Problem 4 While the car is moving, safety gear activates when mains power is gone.
ApRe module can not be fed from battery in case of a power failure.
1. Check battery connection (Battery terminals)
2. Low battery voltage, battery capacity is not enough or battery/batteries may be faulty.
Problem 5 ADrive gives “CONTACTOR DELAY IS NOT ENOUGH” error.
The time between the brake contactor to drop and the main contactor to drop is less than 1 second. The delay of main contactor
to drop should be extended from the lift controller (see section 8.3)
Problem 6 ADrive gives “APRE CHECK INPUT IS NOT HIGH” error.
ADrive checks locking system of overspeed governor before activating the main contactor. If the system is not in locked
position, ADrive gives “APRE CHECK INPUT IS NOT HIGH” error and does not move the car. Apply the solution described
in "Problem 2".
Problem 7 ADrive gives “APRE MON. ERROR PERMANENT ERR NO: 32” error.
The automatic control function of ApRe and overspeed governor gives error. This fault does not block the system permanently.
The error is resetted after signal turns back to normal.
1. Check the connection of locking coil switch of overspeed governor (ADrive PIN Terminal). Normally the connection of
closed contact should be made. When the coil is de-energised, PIN signal must be active. After the coil is energized, PIN
signal must be off.
2. If the locking system of overspeed governor is always in locked position, apply the solution described in “Problem 1”.
3. If the locking system of overspeed governor is in released position, apply the solution described in “Problem 1”.
Problem 8 ADrive gives “APRE MON. PERMANENT ERR.: 34” error.
The automatic control function of ApRe and overspeed governor gives error. This fault blocks the system permanently. Even
when the signal returns to normal or the system is switched off and switched on again, the error will not be resetted. Appy the
solution described in “Problem 7”.
To erase the permanent error, adjust “5-FAULT HISTORY” > “5.2-Clear F.list” from the menu of ADrive after detecting and
correcting the failure.
Problem 9 ApRe module gives sound alarm (Err. led is blinking).
1. Check Battery connection (Battery terminals).
2. The battery/batteries may be defective.
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Problem 10 Err. led is blinking on ApRe (no sound alarm).

1. Check the supply connections (Power terminals).
2. There is low battery voltage or battery/batteries may be faulty.
Problem 11 The battery/batteries are not charging (Chr. led is always off, no beep).
1. Check the suppy voltage or the battery voltage.
2. Battery/batteries may be faulty.

18. Physical Dimensions

18.1. Front View

Ø4mm Panel mounting

hole
100 mm

88 mm

Cover fitting
screw

112 mm
120 mm Figure-6
18.2. Side View
Cover fitting screw
Glass cover
Cover screw
46 mm

Mainboard
Mainboard fitting screw
120 mm Figure-7
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19. Type-Examination Certificate