Tripp Lite BC Pro specification

Important Safety Instructions

Quick Installation

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This manual contains instructions and warnings that should be followed during the installation, operation and storage of all Tripp Lite UPS Systems. Failure to heed these warnings will void your warranty.

UPS Location Warnings

•Install your UPS indoors, away from excess moisture or heat, conductive contaminants, dust or direct sunlight.

•For best performance, keep the indoor temperature between between 32º F and 104º F (0º C and 40º C).

•Leave adequate space around all sides of the UPS for proper ventilation.

UPS Connection Warnings

•	Connect your UPS directly to a properly grounded AC power outlet. Do not plug the
	UPS into itself; this will damage the UPS.
•	Do not modify the UPS's plug, and do not use an adapter that would eliminate the UPS's
	ground connection.
•	Do not use extension cords to connect the UPS to an AC outlet. Your warranty will be
	voided if anything other than Tripp Lite surge suppressors are used to connect your UPS to
	an outlet.
•	If the UPS receives power from a motor-powered AC generator, the generator must

1Connect your UPS to

an electrical outlet.

Your UPS will run a self-test after it is plugged in. See Basic Operation to understand the results of its self-test.

2Plug your computer, monitor and other equipment into the

UPS system.

Your UPS is designed to support only computer equipment. You will overload your UPS if you connect high power draw equipment such as household appliances or laser printers to outlets providing UPS battery backup. Select models fea- ture special outlets (clearly labeled on the rear panel) which provide surge-only (not battery backup) protection designed for laser printers and other heavy-draw devices.

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provide clean, filtered, computer-grade output.

Equipment Connection Warnings

•Do not use Tripp Lite UPS Systems for life-support appliances in which a malfunction or failure of a Tripp Lite UPS System could cause failure or significantly alter the performance of a life-support device.

•Do not connect surge suppressors or extension cords to the output of your UPS. This might damage the UPS and will void the surge suppressor and UPS warranties.

Battery Warnings

•Your UPS does not require routine maintenance. Do not open your UPS for any reason except battery replacement. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

•Battery replacement must be performed by qualified service personnel. Because the batteries present a risk of electrical shock and burn from high short-circuit current, observe proper precautions. Unplug and turn off the UPS before performing battery replacement. Use tools with insulated handles, and replace the existing batteries with the same number and type of new batteries (Sealed Lead-Acid). Do not open the batteries. Do not short or bridge the battery terminals with any object.

•The UPS batteries are recyclable. Refer to local codes for disposal requirements, or in the USA only call 1-800-SAV-LEAD or 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-8-228-8379) or visit www.rbrc.com for recycling information. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire.

•Do not attempt to add external batteries to the UPS.

3Select UPS Operating Mode.*

Press the ON/OFF button to toggle your UPS between the UPS (“ ” LED lit) and the CHARGE ONLY (“ ” LED flashing) modes. Choose the operating mode based on your loca- tion:

USA, Canada & Western Europe:	3
• Leave the UPS in the UPS mode at all times.

All other countries:

•Put the UPS in the CHARGE ONLY mode when you are not using connected equipment.

(WARNING! When set to “CHARGE ONLY,” the UPS will not provide battery backup during a blackout or brownout)

•Put the UPS in the UPS mode when you are using connected equipment.

*See Basic Operation section for a complete explanation of each mode.