HP UPS R1500 GENERATION 2 manual UPS battery replacement procedure

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•Maintain the ambient temperature at 25°C (77°F).

•If storing a UPS for an extended period, recharge the batteries ("Charging the UPS batteries" on page 22) every 6 months, and then update the battery recharge date label.

UPS battery replacement procedure

This component is hot-swappable and can be replaced without powering down the UPS.

1.(optional) To replace the component with the UPS powered down, refer to "Powering down the UPS (on page 24)."

2.Remove the UPS front bezel ("Removing the UPS front bezel" on page 26).

3.Disconnect the battery leads.

4.Remove the battery bracket.

5.Remove the UPS battery modules.

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Contents HP UPS R1500 Generation 2 User Guide Part Number December 2009 Second EditionIntended audience Contents Ordering spares UPS spare parts list Hardware options Before you contact HP HP contact informationElectrostatic discharge UPS R1500 G2 overview Component identificationUPS front panel UPS front panel controls Description FunctionUPS front panel LED indicators UPS R1500 G2 NA/JPN/TWN rear panelUPS R1500 G2 Intl rear panel DescriptionInput power connector IEC-320-C14 power inlet Installation PrecautionsPreparing to install the hardware Tools requiredInstalling the mounting rails Readying the equipmentInstallation Installation Installation Installing the UPS Tighten the wing nuts or hex nutsConnecting the batteries Connect the battery lead to the battery terminal Attaching the UPS front bezelSelecting the UPS voltage configuration Connecting the host computerConnecting the serial communications port Connecting the Network Transient ProtectorsConnecting the USB communications port Connecting the UPS to utility power Connecting devices to the UPSPowering up the UPS Charging the UPS batteriesStandby mode Operate modeUPS operations Modes of operationSilencing an audible alarm Powering down the UPSBattery mode Initiating a self-testPower management Power management softwareMaintenance Removing the UPS front bezel Replacing the UPS option cardImportant battery safety information Battery care and storage guidelinesTo replace the component, reverse the removal procedure Replacing the batteriesUPS battery replacement procedure To remove the UPS Power down all attached load devices Testing the new battery moduleReplacing the UPS Configuring a USB to serial converter Updating the UPS firmwareReassigning the USB COM ports Cleaning battery spills LED and audible alarm troubleshooting TroubleshootingRed Silenced Yellow UPS operates on battery only UPS frequently switches between utility and battery powerUPS does not provide the expected backup time UPS does not startUPS cannot communicate with the host computer Site wiring conditionUPS emits a slight clicking noise Specifications UPS physical specificationsUPS input specifications UPS output specificationsBattery specifications Power protection specificationsVoltage specifications Output tolerance specificationsEnvironmental specifications Battery runtimeSerial communications port pin assignment Pin Signal Function Direction from the UPS Number Name DSRUPS spare parts list SparesOrdering spares Hardware optionsBefore you contact HP Technical supportHP contact information Warranty information Limited warranty$250,000 Computer Load Protection Guarantee Pre-Failure Battery WarrantyRecommended duration of use Regulatory compliance identification numbers Regulatory compliance noticesFederal Communications Commission notice Modifications CablesCanadian notice Avis Canadien European Union regulatory noticeJapanese notice Bsmi notice Korean notice Battery replacement noticeClass a equipment Class B equipment Power cord statement for Japan Preventing electrostatic discharge Electrostatic dischargeGrounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge Acronyms and abbreviations Index LEDs, troubleshooting USB connectors