Minuteman UPS MCP-E user manual Battery Replacement Procedure for Rack Mount Models

Battery Replacement Procedure for Rack Mount Models

(Must be performed by Authorized Service Personnel ONLY)

PLEASE READ THE CAUTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO REPLACE THE BATTERIES These units are hot-swappable.Hot-swappable batteries means that the batteries can be replaced without powering down the whole UPS system. NOTE: If there is a power interruption while replacing the hot-swappable batteries, with the UPS on, the load will not be backed up.

1.Utitlize steps 1-5 from page 22 if you do not want to hot-swap. Then proceed.

2.Remove the three retaining screws from front panel of the UPS.

3.Remove the six retaining screws and the battery case retaining bracket.

4.Disconnect the battery wiring harness connector.

5.Remove the battery case.

6.Insert the new battery case.

7.Connect the battery harness connnector.

8.Reinstall the battery case retaining bracket and the retaining screws.

9.Reinstall the front panel and the retaining screws.

10.Dispose of the batteries properly at an appropriate recycling facility or return them to the supplier in the packing material for the new batteries. Follow local EPA guidelines when disposing of batteries. Note: These batteries contain lead and must be disposed of per environmental guidelines.

11.The UPS is now ready for the normal start-up procedure if required.

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