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Battery Maintenance

This chapter contains information for properly maintaining batteries for the UPS, including battery charging, replacement, disposal procedures, and warranties.

Precautions

WARNING: There is a risk of personal injury from the hazardous energy levels associated with UPS batteries. The maintenance and replacement of batteries must be carried out by an authorized service representative.

WARNING: The UPS contains sealed lead-acid batteries. To reduce the risk of fire or chemical burns, take the following precautions:

Do not attempt to recharge batteries after removal from the UPS.

Do not disassemble, crush, or puncture the batteries.

Do not short the external contacts of the batteries.

Do not immerse the batteries in water.

Do not expose to temperatures higher than 60°C (140°F).

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hazardous energy, take the following precautions:

Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.

Use tools with insulated handles.

Charging Batteries

When connected to utility power, the UPS automatically charges the batteries. No user intervention is required while the UPS is in use. For information on keeping the batteries charged while the UPS is in extended storage, refer to the section, “Care and Storage of Batteries,” in this chapter.

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Contents HP Uninterruptible Power System R1500 XR Models User Guide Page Contents Chapter Troubleshooting Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge Page Symbols on Equipment Important Safety InformationAbout This Guide Audience AssumptionsRelated Documents Symbols in TextRack Stability Reader’s Comments Getting HelpTechnical Support HP Website Authorized ResellerCommunications Port Standard UPS FeaturesOverview Network Transient Protector UPS R1500 XR ModelsOvercurrent Protection UPS R1500 XR ModelsFront Panel Front panel configurationRear panel of R1500 XR NA Rear PanelsRear panel of R1500 XR JPN Rear panel of R1500 XR H INT’L UPS Hardware Options Power Management SoftwareHardware Options Option Part NumberWarranties Remote Emergency Power Off Port$25,000 Computer Load Protection Guarantee Pre-Failure Battery Warranty Description Meaning/Function Front Panel Controls and LED IndicatorsOperation LED Modes of OperationCharging the Batteries Placing the UPS in Operate ModePlacing the UPS in Standby mode Returning to Standby ModeInitiating a Self-Test Test/Alarm Reset buttonShutting Down the System Audible AlarmsSilencing an Audible Alarm Placing the UPS in Configure Mode ConfigurationParameter LED Parameter Name Explanation when illuminated Configuration ParametersConfiguration Parameters Available Voltage Settings Changing Configuration ParametersConfiguration Charging Batteries Battery MaintenancePrecautions Obtaining New Batteries Determining When to Replace BatteriesPreparing the UPS Removing the Battery PackReplacing Batteries Remove the two screws to obtain access to the battery pack Disconnecting the battery cable from the circuit board Disposing of Used Batteries Installing a New Battery PackTesting the New Battery Pack Care and Storage of Batteries Troubleshooting TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Suggested ActionTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Repairing the UPS Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers Regulatory Compliance NoticesFederal Communications Commission Notice Class a EquipmentModifications Class B EquipmentCables Canadian Notice Avis CanadienEuropean Union Notice Japanese Notice China Taiwan Notice Battery Replacement Notice Grounding Methods Electrostatic DischargePhysical Specifications SpecificationsTable C-1 Physical Specifications Feature MetricTable C-2 Input Specifications Input SpecificationsTable C-4 Output Specifications Output SpecificationsTable C-3 Output Specifications Environmental Specifications Battery SpecificationsTable C-5 Battery Specifications Table C-6 Environmental SpecificationsIndex Index-2 Index-3