Replacing the Battery

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(QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY)

This UPS has an easy to replace hot-swappable batteries. Please read all of the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS before attempting to service the batteries. NOTE: If there is a power interruption while replacing the hot-swappable batter- ies, with the UPS on, the load will not be backed up.

WARNING! This Uninterruptible Power Supply contains potentially hazardous voltages. Do not attempt to disassemble the UPS beyond the battery replacement procedure. This UPS contains no user serviceable parts. Repairs and Battery replacement must be performed by QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.

CAUTION: Do not open or mutilate batteries. Released electrolyte is harmful to the skin and eyes and may be toxic.

CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries may explode. The batteries in this UPS are recyclable. Dispose of the batter- ies properly. The batteries contain lead and pose a hazard to the

environment and human health if not disposed of properly. Refer to local codes for proper disposal requirements or return the battery to the supplier.

CAUTION: Although battery system voltages are only 36VDC and 72VDC the battery system can still present a risk of electrical shock. These batteries produce sufficient current to burn wire or tools

very rapidly, producing molten metal. Observe these precautions when replacing the batteries:

1.Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.

2.Use hand tools with insulated handles.

3.Wear protective eye gear (goggles), rubber gloves and boots.

4.Do not lay tools or other metal parts on top of batteries.

5.Disconnect the charging source prior to connecting or disco- nnecting the battery terminals.

6.Determine if the battery is inadvertently grounded. If the bat- tery is, remove the source of the grounding. Contact with any part of a grounded battery can result in an electrical shock.

The likelihood of such shock will be reduced, if such grounds are removed during installation and maintenance.