VS375C/VS575C | 15 |
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
If the UPS fails to operate properly, please review the following steps before calling the repair center:
1.Is the UPS plugged into a proper working outlet?
2.Is the line voltage within the rating specified?
3.Does the circuit breaker on the rear panel need to be reset?
5.1Troubleshooting Chart
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is lit and UPS beeps | UPS | input | power cord is |
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Backup time is less | Battery is not fully charged |
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functioning | normally | Computer input power cord |
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| the | computer | is loose or not connected |
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