HP UPS R1500 GENERATION 2 manual Replacing the UPS, Testing the new battery module

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IMPORTANT: Do not pull the battery leads when removing or installing the batteries.

To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.

IMPORTANT: Charge the batteries for at least 24 hours before supplying backup power to devices. The batteries charge to:

•90% of their capacity within 4 hours

•100% of their capacity within 24 hours

Testing the new battery module

After installing the new battery module, press the Test/Alarm Reset button. For information on initiating a self-test, see "Initiating a self-test (on page 24)."

IMPORTANT: The UPS does not execute a self-test until the batteries are 90 percent charged.

If the installation has been successful, the UPS enters Operate mode. If the installation has not been successful, the alarm beeps, the On Battery LED illuminates and the General Alarm LED flashes. If this occurs, repeat the procedures in "Replacing the batteries (on page 27)," and check the battery terminal connections. If the condition persists, see "Troubleshooting (on page 33)."

IMPORTANT: Charge the batteries for at least 24 hours before supplying backup power to devices. The batteries charge to:

•90% of their capacity within 4 hours

•100% of their capacity within 24 hours

Replacing the UPS

To remove the UPS:

1.Power down all attached load devices.

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Contents Part Number December 2009 Second Edition HP UPS R1500 Generation 2 User GuideIntended audience Contents Before you contact HP HP contact information Ordering spares UPS spare parts list Hardware optionsElectrostatic discharge UPS front panel Component identificationUPS R1500 G2 overview Description Function UPS front panel controlsUPS R1500 G2 NA/JPN/TWN rear panel UPS front panel LED indicatorsDescription UPS R1500 G2 Intl rear panelInput power connector IEC-320-C14 power inlet Precautions InstallationPreparing to install the hardware Tools requiredReadying the equipment Installing the mounting railsInstallation Installation Installation Tighten the wing nuts or hex nuts Installing the UPSConnecting the batteries Attaching the UPS front bezel Connect the battery lead to the battery terminalConnecting the host computer Selecting the UPS voltage configurationConnecting the USB communications port Connecting the Network Transient ProtectorsConnecting the serial communications port Connecting devices to the UPS Connecting the UPS to utility powerCharging the UPS batteries Powering up the UPSOperate mode Standby modeUPS operations Modes of operationPowering down the UPS Silencing an audible alarmBattery mode Initiating a self-testPower management software Power managementRemoving the UPS front bezel Replacing the UPS option card MaintenanceBattery care and storage guidelines Important battery safety informationTo replace the component, reverse the removal procedure Replacing the batteriesUPS battery replacement procedure Replacing the UPS Testing the new battery moduleTo remove the UPS Power down all attached load devices Updating the UPS firmware Configuring a USB to serial converterReassigning the USB COM ports Cleaning battery spills Red Silenced Yellow TroubleshootingLED and audible alarm troubleshooting UPS frequently switches between utility and battery power UPS operates on battery onlyUPS does not provide the expected backup time UPS does not startUPS emits a slight clicking noise Site wiring conditionUPS cannot communicate with the host computer UPS physical specifications SpecificationsUPS input specifications UPS output specificationsPower protection specifications Battery specificationsVoltage specifications Output tolerance specificationsSerial communications port pin assignment Battery runtimeEnvironmental specifications DSR Pin Signal Function Direction from the UPS Number NameSpares UPS spare parts listOrdering spares Hardware optionsHP contact information Technical supportBefore you contact HP Limited warranty Warranty information$250,000 Computer Load Protection Guarantee Pre-Failure Battery WarrantyRecommended duration of use Federal Communications Commission notice Regulatory compliance noticesRegulatory compliance identification numbers Cables ModificationsEuropean Union regulatory notice Canadian notice Avis CanadienJapanese notice Class a equipment Class B equipment Battery replacement noticeBsmi notice Korean notice Power cord statement for Japan Grounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge Electrostatic dischargePreventing electrostatic discharge Acronyms and abbreviations Index LEDs, troubleshooting USB connectors